Jobs Kenya

Application Deadline: Application Deadline Nov 3, 2018

  • Consultant for Baseline study,Kenyan Nationals

    Consultant for Baseline study,Kenyan Nationals

    Purpose and Scope for the Rapid Assessment
    The main purpose of this assessment is to establish the existing mechanisms and structures available for women in leadership, opportunities and challenges and assess the functionality (effectiveness) of the established structures. The consultant(s) are expected to also identify what is working and/or not working in regards to laws and policies that favor women in elective and appointed positions and provide recommendations of how they can be improved.
    The specific objectives of the rapid assessment include; –

    Provide detailed contextual information/situational analysis on devolution against community understanding, knowledge and spaces on Women in leadership position behavior of communities and stakeholders in Garissa, Isiolo and Tana River Counties
    Identify mechanisms and structures established for the two-thirds gender rule
    Determine how effective the mechanisms are and whether the processes are adequately resourced,
    Identify the gaps that may hinder meaningful attainment of the two-thirds gender rule (when in existence)
    Propose county based interventions to strengthen attainment of the two-thirds gender rule
    Inclusivity in public participation that reflects on gender, PLWD, minority groups.
    Identify and propose linkages/ strategies for the inclusion of excluded groups i.e. women and girls and identify spaces for inclusion.
    Propose strategies for enhanced and sustainable capacities of formal & informal structures to achieve and implement the two-thirds gender rule
    Conduct power analysis that can give detailed information on power relations among communities and between communities and duty bearers
    Make recommendations on how monitoring, evaluation and learning can be enhanced in the project

    IV. Duration and Timeline
    The study shall be expected to complete within 20 working days beginning as soon as possible. The budget of the study will be offered as a package. The exercise will be carried out concurrently in the three counties.
    METHODOLOGY
    The consultant(s) are expected to adopt a participatory approach in the process of data collection involving both the county officials and the citizens as the primary source of data. The consultant(s) are also expected to use primary and secondary sources of data to collect both quantitative and qualitative data using tools such as literature review, key informant interviews, focus group discussions and household survey among others.
    The consultant is expected to prepare a detailed methodology clearly describing the sampling frame, the sampling procedure and size and an assessment matrix which describes the tools for data collection and what data will be collected using the different tools suggested.
    The consultant(s) will also be expected to present the draft findings to a stakeholder forum for validation before the finalization of the assessment report.
    SUMMARY OF DELIVERABLES:
    Share the draft reports (in English) to WOMANKIND KENYA; finalize the study report by incorporating the feedback on the draft if any complete baseline data in baseline matrix.
    The final baseline study report should basically include the following: –

    Cover page
    Acknowledgements
    Glossary/Acronyms
    Introduction
    Executive Summary
    Methodology
    Limitations
    Findings including analysis and interpretation of the findings
    Conclusion and recommendations

    Appendices
    Key deliverables

    A proposal clearly indicating the methodology, timelines and proposed budget
    Data collection tools
    Draft report
    Final report incorporating feedback from the project team and AWDF

  • Commercial Manager

    Commercial Manager

    Details:
    The Commercial Manager (CM) shall be fully responsible for all sales and business development functions, including but not limited to; prospecting, product development, tender management, marketing activities, sales support and commercial reporting.  Deliver adequate opportunity prioritization, pricing, routing and solution design (timely and quality wise) in alignment with Sales. The candidate is preferably from a multi-national / global logistics company who can turn around new and successful business opportunities in General Freight Forwarding and Logistics. 
    RESPONSIBILTIES

    Lead and direct all Sales and Business Development activities in line with the company strategy to expand their services within the Eastern Africa region
    Overall co-ordination and growth of sales and marketing for the company. Responsible for the growth of sales in the company by achieving set targets and strategies. Meet Sales Targets and Budgets for volumes and profitability
    Prepare annual budgets and monthly management reports
    Negotiating ongoing contracts with suppliers and customers.  Reviewing contracts and making recommendations on commerciality.
    Build and maintain profitable partnerships with key stakeholder
    Direct and manage the pricing team to support local, national and global pricinG
    Lead in the development and execution of negotiation strategies within the business including specific targets for pricing, service, quality, performance, and compliancE
    Benchmarking and analyzing cost drivers and provide market intelligence and price trends.
    Offer competitive products & services to the market through efficient operations, smart pricing policies and innovative operations – develop clear processes and policies to achieve industry best practice in service delivery. Craft and execute a sales and business development strategy.
    Thorough understanding of the Global Supply Chain and be able to negotiate commercial arrangements with suppliers.
    Promote ocean / air freight services and total logistics solutions to current and potential customer through planning and executing sales activities
    Co-operate with regional offices and overseas agents in sales solicitation
    Continually improve knowledge of the company’s products and services, and follow the changes in industry to develop new products.
    Oversee and manage the professional development and productivity of staff members to ensure proper goals, training and professional development.
    Directing sales team and provides leadership towards the achievement of maximum profitability and growth in line with company vision and values
    Ensure tactical alignment with business unit strategies and provide feedback and input by participation in strategy development
    Develop, identify and qualify new business development opportunities through various lead sources including sales team members and relationship managers
    Develop a target account list and work proactively to assist the sales team to develop and secure customers regionally and globally
    Provide direction and assistance with responses to Requests for Proposals (RFP’s), preparing presentations and monitoring sales leads and responses.
    Develop and implement sales plans and sales campaigns to take advantage of market opportunities (competitive developments and/or consolidation yield advantages).
    Participating in local and global logistics bids, creates and conducts proposal presentations and RFP/RFQ responses

    Requirements:

    Previous experience within a similar role within the freight forwarding or related industry
    Attention to detail
    Outstanding customer service skills
    Able to prioritize workload
    8 years’ sales and marketing experience in ocean / air freight forwarding business
    Possess extensive relationship network in the industry
    Aggressive, independent and self-motivated
    Excellent communication, persuasion and presentation skills

  • Cleaner Sonographer Clinical Nurse

    Overall Responsibility: Reporting to the Senior House Officer in charge, the successful candidate will be responsible for the general cleaning of the facility and any other duties that may be assigned to ensure a safe and hygienic work environment.
    Requirements

    Certificate in Housekeeping and Laundry
    Good communication skills (Oral and written) in both English and Kiswahili
    Over one year working experience in a similar position

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  • General Manager Kenya Supply Unit (KSU)

    General Manager Kenya Supply Unit (KSU)

    Based in Nairobi, Kenya
    CONTEXT
    Kenya Supply Unit is the intersectional regional supply unit in Eastern Africa. KSU is currently supplying 4 out of the 5 MSF Operational Centres (exception Operational Centre Amsterdam). At KSU we procure, store, and distribute medical and logistic items to the various MSF missions in the East African region. Our services include also clearing and forwarding (import, export, goods in transit) and handling of international freights coming from MSF Supply (in Belgium) and MSF Logistique (in France).
    The OCB Supply Chain director is the direct line manager for all managerial and supply related activity and development, as OCB is the budget holder. The OCB Supply chain director is the chairman of the stewardship committee for KSU. This is a multidisciplinary advisory body, composed of members with different technical backgrounds, that guides KSU in its strategy definition and the follow up of the execution.
    The MSF OCB Kenya country director is the referral point and final responsible for all administrative and HR decisions. For security related matters the country director has the ultimate and final say.
    MAIN OBJECTIVES

    Contribute to a positive and productive work environment that encourages individual well-being.
    Providing strategic & tactical leadership of the long term supply chain function (materials planning, scheduling, purchasing, inventory control and management), coordinating and developing personnel.
    Develop and implement strong processes and drive change where needed to ensure continuous improvement at KSU at the right cost.
    Develop and manage the direction of KSU services with the focus on customer service, people, organization, processes and information technology.
    To effectively manage all major projects for KSU.
    Ensure continued collaboration and support from the different Operational Centers, promote KSU.
    Represent KSU in its legal and contextual environment

    RESPONSIBILITIES
    The General Manager will be responsible for a wide range of specific activities including:
    Coordination

    Develop and roll out the strategy for KSU in collaboration with all stakeholders and assure this strategy is aligned with the Organization wide Supply chain Strategy (OSS) and with the objectives of the missions which are supplied through KSU.
    Maintain a good overall strategic view of the projects, in collaboration with the different KSU -managers and evaluate on a quarterly basis.
    Report on the achievements in the strategy plan to the multidisciplinary Stewardship Committee.
    With Financial coordinator prepares KSU’s budget on a yearly basis, in line with the strategy and action plan and monitor the monthly budget follow up
    Disseminate information from the field, European Supply centers and Operational Centers to the KSU team.
    Follow all security issues in liaison with MSF OCB Kenya country director and maintain a high level of awareness of the general security situation within Nairobi. Inform staff of any security updates as issued by the MSF OCB Kenya country director.
    Intervenes in the prevention and/or resolving of conflicts within the team. Informs, in case required, OCB Supply chain department and OCB Kenya HR department/ country director for legal advice).
    Responsible for the timely drawing-up of job-profiles, together with the team, for new positions or replacements in KSU.
    Assure conformity and compatibility of the IT/IS systems within the supply chain of MSF

    Direct management

    Responsible for managing the supply chain manager to ensure supply chain management activities in KSU follow MSF policies and Standard.
    Responsible for managing the procurement manager to ensure all procurement related activities in KSU follow MSF policies and Standard.
    Responsible for managing the pharmacist to ensure GDP and QA activities in KSU follow MSF policies and Standard.
    Responsible for managing the HR and Admin officer to ensure all HR/admin activities in KSU follow MSF policies and Standard.
    Responsible for managing the Financial Coordinator to ensure all Finance activities in KSU follow MSF policies and Standard.

    Representation

    Establish and maintain contact with all MSF sections and other agencies (ICRC, etc) for a potential collaboration and exchange of information and resources on supply.
    Represents KSU and organizes the KSU Stewardship Committee meetings.
    Develop and maintain effective collaborative relationships with government authorities, supplier and humanitarian partners as needed.
    Network, develop and maintain strong relationships with all key partners in MSF.
    Present KSU to visitors, including donors and press when need be.
    Regular visits and meetings with client missions.

    Meetings and Reporting

    Ensure monthly analyses of KSU’s KPI’s.
    Bi-weekly conference call with direct line manager.
    Monthly meeting with Head of Mission
    Bi-monthly coordination meeting with direct reports.
    Quarterly reporting to the Stewardship Committee.

    REQUIREMENTS
    Education

    Master degree in economics, supply chain management or equivalent

    Experience

    Strong (10+ years) experience in supply Chain management
    MSF experience

    Competencies

    Strong management, coaching and mentoring skills, intercultural
    Helicopter view, ability to develop and implement strategies
    Knowledge of ERP systems
    Diplomatic skills, open minded
    Common sense and patience

    Languages

    Good English, written and spoken

    MSF is a civil society initiative that brings together individuals committed to the assistance of other human beings in crisis. As such MSF is by choice an association. Each individual working with MSF does it out of conviction and is ready to uphold the values and principles of MSF.
    CONDITIONS

    Length of the contract: 1 year (extendable), based in Nairobi. This is a non-family position.
    Salary according to MSF-OCB Field salary scale. Transport, accommodation, vaccinations are taken in charge by MSF. Per diem + medical insurance
    Expected starting date: 10/12/2018