Head of Programmes Job Qualifications
Experience in designing and implementing programme delivery strategies at country and regional level
Experience in humanitarian work and international development,
Demonstrable skills in social development issues, fundraising, donor engagement and proven ability to develop networks and partnerships.
Strong leadership and management skills, influencing, communication, representation and negotiation skills are essential to this role.
Application Deadline: Application Deadline Nov 25, 2016
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Programmes Head
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Primary-School Head Teacher
Head Teacher Job Duties and Responsibilities
Ensure compliance to and implementation of recommendations from the Ministry of Education;
Ensure syllabus for all lower classes is covered to the MoE standard;
Manages and ensures the pre-school teachers meet their set performance target;
Conducts objective quarterly performance appraisals for all direct reports and guided by the school’s performance policy;
Attends to parents and school guests and attends to all the queries or concerns they might have to the extent of his/her role.
Tasked with ensuring proper discipline is enforced in pre-school and ensuring it is being carried our as per school policy
Manage and ensure proper delivery of duties by the support staff
Be conversant with current early childhood theory and practices and have the ability to communicate this knowledge, deliver high quality early childhood education & model appropriate and teaching strategies and articulate their teaching philosophy and the theories on which it is based.
Demonstrate a high level of quality interaction with children and the programmes demonstrate a genuine understanding of children as competent and confident learners.
Work and communicate effectively with colleagues, parents and caregivers and their children. Demonstrate a range of appropriate communication skills to develop a professional working relationship with teachers, parents and caregivers and children.
Steps in for the administrator in case of absence
Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical mental and social development such as games, arts and crafts, music and storytelling.
Required Skills for the Head Teacher Job
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Very good command of English
Highly organized, punctual and responsible
Excellent computer skills
Leadership skills
Head Teacher Job Education and Training
Diploma in Early Childhood Development, KHA training will be an added advantage.
3 years professional experience as a qualified teacher.
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Human Resource Manager Medical Doctors Executive Assistant
Location: Kahawa West, Nairobi.
Job Summary: Under minimal supervision is responsible for coordinating, and performing a variety of technical, administrative and supervisory duties related to personnel operations, employment, employee relations, employee benefits and educational service functions.
Key Responsibilities:
Advises administrative team on developing regulatory requirements and evaluation on implication of such regulations in a Hospital operation.
Manages the employment policies of the hospital to assure compliance of all labor regulations. Provides counsel to management team on hospital policies and practices regarding employment issues.
Manages the hospital benefit plans, including medical insurance, life insurance, pension, workers’ compensation, paid time off and leave policies, and makes policy recommendations designed to meet organizational objectives
Prepares reports, and communication activities including newsletters, booklets, and brochures intended to educate staff regarding personnel policies and features of benefit programs
Completes and files applicable for labor regulation, NSSF, NHIF and reports on employment and benefit plans
Facilitates the employment process and acquisition of personnel. Directs the organizations recruitment and retention efforts. Develops strategy for recruitment of new employees.
Processes pertinent employee documents and files including personnel action forms, employment requisitions, leaves of absence and termination notices.
Provides information to employees regarding interpretation and explanation of hospital regulations, labor contracts, and personnel policies and procedures
Develops and administers a job evaluation program to include continuous review of existing and new positions for appropriate classification
Provides administrative direction for the development and delivery of education and training programs
Conducts the monthly General Hospital Orientation program
Evaluates and recommends systems that would increase the operating efficiency of the education, personnel and benefit functions of the hospital
Plans and develops personnel programs to include the activities of labor relations, employment, wage and hour benefits and compensation
Investigates causes of disputes and grievances and recommends correction action
Hires, orients and evaluates personnel in assigned area
Ensures that all Accreditation and Licensing Regulations are compiled with and enforced
Develops and maintains collaborative working relationships among hospital departments and employee
Responsible for the preparation and compliance of the annual (HR) budget
Performs other job related duties as assigned by direct supervisor.
Key Skills and Competencies:
Bachelor Degree in Human Resources, Healthcare Business or Personnel Administration or related field, required
Master’s Degree preferred
Management experience in personnel administration and labor relation
Previous health care management experience, preferred
Thorough knowledge and understanding of legal and operational aspects of personnel administration and labor relations
Strong organization and communication skills
Demonstrated knowledge of information systems and personal computers
Employee must demonstrate competency computer skills (Word, Excel, PPT etc.)
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Consultant: To document good practice in addressing child violence
Scope
The project is operational in Nairobi and Marsabit Counties reaching out to 151 schools, 63 Charitable Children’s Institutions, seven Statutory Children’s Institutions and targeted communities in Nairobi’s informal settlements (Mukuru, Korogocho, Dandora and Kariobangi) and Marsabit Central district.
Activities
· Conduct desk review of the following documents developed during the programme as a first step to identifying best practises including but not limited to: Integrated Action to End Child Violence Mid-Term Program Evaluation Report, National Plan of Action for Children 2015-2022, Nairobi and Marsabit County Children’s Service Providers Directories, Let us Keep our Children Safe, Draft Positive Discipline Handbook and Day Care Centre Guidelines for Nairobi County.
· Development of an inception report
· Develop research tools to identify good practises and learnings from interventions carried out during the Action
· Collect data on learning from key stakeholders (including but not limited to Department of Children’s Services, Ministry of Education, targeted institutions and other non-state agencies) from Nairobi and Marsabit field sites
· Analyse the qualitative data generated from key informant interviews and focus group discussions (FGDs) with targeted beneficiaries
· Draft a final report on the analysis
Expected outputs/ deliverables:
· A short inception report including a detailed work plan, list of key informants to be interviewed, data collection tools and outline interview questions – one week after signing contract.
· Submit first draft report to GOAL Kenya for feedback after which a final copy of the report will be prepared and will only be accepted by GOAL Kenya when all comments have been adequately responded to.
· Submit the final copies of the report in 2 bound-hard copies and a soft copy in MS word and PDF.
· Submit complete data set and codebook and all original recordings and transcripts of qualitative and raw quantitative data. Time frame for consultancy From 1st December to 20th December, 2016
Required Skills and Experience:
Minimum of a post graduate degree in psychology, sociology, Psycho-social sciences, anthropology 5- 10 years’ experience in child protection
Experience in identification and documentation of good/ best practices
All team members have valid certificate of good conduct from Kenya Police
Interested and qualified consultants should submit their expression of interest containing and including the following documents:
Technical proposal
Methodology and approach to be used in undertaking the assignment
Work plan with timelines ·
Evidence of relevant hands on experience related to the assignment in the recent past
· Contacts of organizations previously worked for.
· Curriculum vitae of key personnel
· References from previous evaluations undertaken
Financial proposal
· Consultant’s professional fee charges for the whole exercise in Kenya shillings
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Maintenance Supervisor – Vocational Institution Director – Vocational Institution
Location: Kilifi
Duties and Responsibilities
Supervise and evaluate all non-instructional classified staff at the site
Manage all support activity schedules on, special events, sports activities, field trips, cafeteria, transportation, maintenance, playgrounds and cleaning
Manage all aspects of free and reduced lunch program/process, including managing the entire application process
Ensuring ongoing monitoring and implementation of transportation, food services, facilities maintenance, security and other third party service contracts
Manage community use of institution site
Manage the department budget
Responsible for institution safety plan: disaster preparation, fire drills, trainee, staff and public safety, and trainee health
Coordinate with the principal to maintain a positive, safe learning environment for trainees by enforcing the institution discipline plan
Skills and Qualifications
Degree in Business Administration or Higher Diploman in a relevant field
3-4 years experience working in maintenance
Effective written and verbal communication
Previous experience in stock taking is desired
A keen eye for detail
Strong time management and organisational skills
Ability to delegate and also oversee work in a supervisory capacity
Effective communications skills (including IT skills and report writing)
NB: Candidates Must Be From The Coastal Region
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Program Director/Peacebuilding Advisor Operations Coordinator
Job Responsibilities
Technical Direction and Program Implementation
Serve as IFES’ senior peacebuilding technical advisor in Kenya, providing strategic vision and technical advice to both IFES program staff and other stakeholders;
Oversee the implementation and evaluation of civil society and community-based initiatives for peacebuilding and conflict mitigation in the electoral cycle;
Shape Kenya specific messaging in lines with general IFES messaging aimed at reducing conflict and promoting peaceful elections;
Ensure project employs strategies for engaging youth and other marginalized communities in all activities and messaging;
Lead and facilitate trainings and associated activities;
Provide overall program oversight, including management of sub-award partner(s);
Prepare and manage the implementation of project work plans in fulfillment of the project’s strategic objectives and goals;
Lead the drafting and submission of detailed quarterly and final reports;
Establish and maintain close working relationships with local government and non-government stakeholders, especially in support of ongoing program activities, and provide advice on issues related to political and electoral conflict and security;
Liaise with media representatives regarding IFES peacebuilding conflict mitigation messaging and programming;
Other duties as assigned.
Management
With IFES HQ, ensure compliance with IFES and donor rules and regulations, particularly with respect to fiscal management;
Establish strong working relationships with the field staff to facilitate the completion of program tasks in a timely manner and within the allocated budget;
Provide general supervision and mentoring of local and international field staff, including performance appraisals, staff development and other management issues;
In coordination with IFES HQ, assist in the identification, recruitment, and hiring of in-country office staff, as well as local and international technical consultants;
Provide oversight and management of technical consultants, including review of all consultant reports and deliverables;
Assist in program development for IFES by identifying additional technical needs in-country, contributing to the development of project proposals and reaching out to the international donor community in an effort to diversify IFES funding sources;
Serve as the ‘Lead Coordinator’ (LC) for assigned project. The LC will have primary responsibility for the overall success and implementation of the project, including but not limited to, effective coordination of the partners’ joint activities, regular reporting and meeting with local donor representatives and proper sharing of programming information and among project partners;
Performing other duties as assigned by the Regional Director or IFES senior management.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in political science, peace and conflict studies, international relations, international development or related field;l master’s degree preferred;
Minimum of 10 years of experience in peacebuilding, conflict mitigation, and international program management, at least five of which are in Kenya;
Minimum of 5 years of experience with donor-funded activities in the democracy and governance sector;
Solid experience working with electoral security stakeholders in Kenya, including civil society organizations, traditional and religious leaders, and government institutions;
Demonstrated expertise in the political, economic, and social contexts in Kenya;
Deep knowledge of triggers for election-related violence and drivers of ethnic and political violence in Kenya;
Experience implementing programs with a focus on marginalized youth demographics in Kenya;
Demonstrated experience developing and conducting peacebuilding trainings;
Strong facilitation and consensus-building skills;
Technical expertise in multiple areas of media project management such as skills building for media professionals, media messaging, media management, etc.;
Fluency in English, both written and oral;
Strong interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills to meet the diverse technical and managerial requirements of the program and to effectively coordinate with a wide range of stakeholders.
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Chief Operations Officer
Duties and responsibilities
Provide day-to-day leadership and management and makes adjustments where possible
Responsible for driving the company to achieve and surpass sales, profitability, cash flow, business goals and objectives.
Motivate staff to meet and surpass organizational and sales goals and makes sure employees feel valued.
Acts as a liaison between company and client for quality assurance
Responsible for the measurement and effectiveness of all processes internal and external and finds ways to improve the processes.
Provides timely, accurate and complete reports on the operating condition and status of the company to the board.
Lead and monitor employees to encourage maximum performance and dedication
Spearhead the development, communication and implementation of effective growth strategies and processes.
Ensures, through the human resources department, recruitment and retention of skilled talent.
Competencies
The COO must have the following competencies;
Leadership and Strategic thinking
Results driven
Business acumen
Decision Making.
Financial Management.
Skills
The chief operations officer must demonstrate the following skills;
Complex Problem Solving – Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Coordination – Adjusting actions in relation to others’ actions.
Excellent negotiation, communication and active listening skills
Operations Analysis – Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design
Ability to establish, build and maintain friendly, professional and cooperative relations.
Good planning, organizing and prioritizing skills.
Knowledge
The chief operations officer must have proficient knowledge in the following areas:
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modelling and leadership technique.
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing excellent customer service.
Knowledge of principles and methods for presenting, promoting, and selling ICT services.
Knowledge of group behaviour and dynamics, societal trends and influences
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design and the measurement of training effects.
Education and Experience
Business Degree
Minimum 4 years’ experience of senior management in service industry.
At least 2 years’ experience in a similar role.
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Security Service Supervisors
Solar Kiosk Kenya Limited is looking for security service providers in Narok , Bomet , Machakos ,Makueni and Magadi.
Requirements for the Security Service Supervisors Job
Must be a local (Within the above areas) security firm
Must be in existence for three years
Certificate of incorporation
Company profile and website
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Operations Manager
Responsibilities for the Operations Manager Job
Plan, organize, coordinate and control large group events, classified meetings, and community and family engagement events
Local contract manager for transportation, foodservices, facilities maintenance, security and other third party service contracts
Work with school staff to manage reporting and data tracking for all special education programs
Support all operational and logistical projects for start-up operations and prepare reports on site operations
Respond to and resolve routine internal and external inquiries with parents, employees and school organizations
Financial/budgetary administration – planning and monitoring
Handling correspondence – organizing and servicing committee meetings (producing agendas, taking minutes and producing reports etc.)
Coordinate with the director to maintain a positive, safe learning environment for trainees by enforcing the discipline plan
Responsible for public relations and communications plan: promote the institution through positive relations with community, businesses, parents and students
Perform other duties as assigned
Operations Manager Job Qualifications
Degree in Business Administration or related course
Minimum 5 year’s administrative experience
Experience within vocational training organizations
Experience of working with/training low capacity teams/grass root organizations
Effective communications skills (including IT skills and report writing)
Able to do stock taking – maintain equipment, textbook and supply inventories
A keen eye for detail
Time management and organization skills
Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills
Critical thinking and successful leadership of cross-functional teams
Strong interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy
Knowledge of principles and practices of administration, supervision and training
Budget preparation and control expertise