Jobs Kenya

Application Deadline: Application Deadline Oct 18, 2019

  • Sales & Marketing Manager Quality Assurance & Research Manager Chief Grader

    Sales & Marketing Manager Quality Assurance & Research Manager Chief Grader

    JOB GROUP KMC 3
    REF: KMC/HRA/SMM/01/10/2019
    Responsibilities

    Exploring, identifying markets and potential customers both locally and internationally
    Advising management on local, national and international factors affecting buying and selling of KMC products and services
    Plan, develop and execute the annual sales and marketing strategy, including identifying markets and potential customers
    Prepare reports and provide the same to the Management
    Identify, oversee and assess the activities of external advertising, promotions and marketing research agencies engaged to implement strategies,
    Oversee the overall management of the department and identify training and development needs for the staff
    Prepare, monitor and control the departmental budget as well as procurement plan
    Ensure brand profitability through correct pricing policies as well as develop an effective price strategy
    Monitor competitor activities as well as the performance of the Commission’s product in the market and advice Management accordingly
    Manage relationships and ensure customer satisfaction through regular contact and prompt resolution of issues
    Liaise with the internal and external regulatory agencies on the guidelines for the production and marketing of meat and meat products.

    Qualifications

    Bachelor’s Degree in marketing or a relevant field from a recognized university
    Master’s degree in the relevant field will be an added advantage
    Served as a senior officer in Sales & Marketing or in a comparable position for a minimum period of seven (7) years.
    Possess professional course in the relevant area
    Be a member of the Marketing Society of Kenya (MSK)
    Certificate in Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution
    Advanced computer skills.

    Key personal attributes
    The ideal candidate should:

    Be honest, trustworthy and possess a high degree of personal integrity and professionalism.
    Demonstrate sound judgment, excellent analytical, interpersonal, communication, presentation and reporting skills.
    Be results-oriented and willing to multitask and meet strict deadlines.
    Have strategic leadership skills.
    Be a team player with the ability to motivate staff.
    Demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with varied stakeholders.
    Be customer-centric and resourceful in problem-solving.

    All applicants should have certificates of good conduct, compliance certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority, registered Credit Reference Bureau, Higher Education Loans Board, and the Ethics and Anti- Corruption Commission.

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  • Sales and Marketing Agents Water Processing Assistant

    Sales and Marketing Agents Water Processing Assistant

    The Sales and Marketing Agents shall be responsible for coordinating, developing and executing sales and marketing strategies for BTL products and services which include but not limited to printing work, Bibles, books, water, office rentals, accommodation and conferencing facilities.
    Duties and Responsibilities

    Set Sales Goals and plan Sales promotions
    Coordinate sale of BTL products and services
    Develop and implement sales and marketing strategies.
    Publicize and market the BTL products and services through social media, BTL website, person to person and any other fora
    Create and maintain mutually beneficial networks and distribution points.
    Liaise with Schools, Churches, Bookshops, and any other relevant institutions and business partners to promote the sale and use of BTL products and services

    Qualifications

    A minimum of a Diploma in Business Administration majoring in marketing from a reputable institution of learning
    At least two years’ experience in sales and marketing
    Excellent Computer skills
    Good communication skills both written and verbal
    Good networking skills
    Flexible- Can work odd hours, weekends, holidays etc.
    Reliable-Dependable, faithful and works under minimal supervision.
    Creative – free to think, be innovative and implement ideas that will generate sales and increase revenues.
    Driving skills will be an added advantage

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  • Regional Health Financing Consultant

    Regional Health Financing Consultant

    Options is seeking a consultant who will lead the implementation of strategies to increase government investments in Family Planning and Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) across WISH2ACTION. S/he will work in close collaboration with national and local government counterparts, consortium partners, and enable us to achieve above and beyond key performance indicators.
    Responsibilities:
    Provide strategic support to Health Financing Advisors in WISH2ACTION Options’ countries to ensure achievement of domestic financing milestones

    Provide strategic support to the in-country teams to ensure that planned activities reflect a detailed analysis of opportunities and challenges in each country. These activities should form part of a country-specific pathway of change to achieve Health financing results;
    Support Health Financing Advisors in each country to problem solve and adapt their approach when faced with a challenge, bringing in the Options London team where necessary;
    Alert the Options health financing team in a timely manner of any concerns about the country teams’ progress or ability to deliver against milestones and targets.

    Provide technical backstopping and quality assurance of technical outputs relating to domestic financing for WISH2ACTION Options’ countries

    Provide technical support to the development of key technical outputs relating to health financing across WISH2ACTION countries. Such technical outputs will include but are not limited to:

    Investment cases setting out the financial, social and/or economic case for investing in FP/SRH;
    Advocacy briefs on health financing with messaging tailored to different audiences;
    Budget scorecards, tracking budget allocation and expenditure on FP/SRH.

    Support the WISH2ACTION teams to build capacity of key stakeholders to effectively engage in the budget process and to leverage other health financing mechanisms to achieve increased investment in FP/SRH. This could include ongoing support to the Ministry of Health, orientation of parliament on the importance of investing in FP/SRH or targeted training to civil society;

    Ensure timely reporting to DFID on quarterly and annual milestones and logframe targets

    Support the achievement of the quarterly and annual milestones through effective planning, technical support to delivery and quality assurance as needed;
    Ensure the availability of evidence required as proof of achievement.

    Person specification:
    To succeed in this role, you will:

    Have a master’s in Public Health, Health Economics, Health Management or a related field
    Solid understanding of the health sector, including the relationship between national and sub-national levels;
    A solid understanding of Public Financial Management (PFM) including annual budget cycles, Medium Term Expenditure Frameworks (MTEFs) and the principles of transparency and accountability, particularly health budget tracking and advocacy

    Other information:
    Options is an equal opportunities employer
    Overseas candidates require to have the right to work in Kenya

  • Supervisor Medical Data Entry

    Supervisor Medical Data Entry

    Job Details

    Ensure collation and entry of all data identified by project managers/supervisors into the appropriate data management systems while ensuring quality data.
    Ensure accuracy of the medical data entered into the mission’s database on a regular basis, according to MSF protocols and carry out regular back-ups.
    Perform data quality audits and quality checks regularly on the data.
    Provide regular statistical reports for the medical team as well as informing the superior of any missing information, major changes or big differences in data.
    Assist project supervisors and managers in interpreting data, analysing results and providing situational reports.
    Oversees all standard and adhoc reports generated by other staff and monitor for accuracy, precision and timely distribution.
    Capacity- build MOH Staff on use of MOH data collection and reporting tools through mentorship.
    Support facilities in maintaining data confidentiality and security.
    Know and ensure proper use of software used for recording (Redcap, Praxis and etc) Any other data management task as assigned by Supervisor/line manager.

    Education
    Bachelor Degree in Health Records and Information Management/Information Technology or any other related studies.
    Experience

    Familiarity with DHIS, Redcap and SGBV National reporting tools
    Essential working experience of at least one year with MSF
    Experience with use of EMRs
    Required solid computer skills (at least one analytical package) SPSS/EPIINFO/STATA etc

    Languages
    Fluency in English and Kiswahili
    Knowledge
    Desirable knowledge on medical statistics and database management
    Competencies
    Teamwork, result oriented, committed to service and flexibility

  • Organization and System Design Specialist – YETU Initiative Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning (MERL), Manager

    Organization and System Design Specialist – YETU Initiative Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning (MERL), Manager

    Position Summary:
    The organization and system design specialist will play a key role in formation, engagement, strengthening and positioning for LDOs at the counties. He/ She will report to Program Director – YETU Initiative and work closely with AKF East Africa Civil Society Advisor.
    Responsibilities:

    Work with the Project Director to formation, engagement, strengthening and positioning of county LDOs to effectively engage government, private sector, and other civil society actors in county development agenda
    Coordinate the development, implementation and learning around the LDO organization modelling and capacity strengthening. This includes capacity assessments, trainings, technical assistance, coaching and mentorship and providing direct capacity development support to the LDOs
    Provide support in building county level relationships with relevant stakeholders such as community leaders, government, private sector to engage them on county level development issues
    Facilitate close collaboration with other county level projects and USAID organization development partner to position LDOs and CSOs to deliver on their mandate
    Provide support to the initiative to articulate lessons learnt, challenges, and risks emerging from the initiative; and feedback into the planning and implementation processes
    Provide support in work planning and reporting processes respectively, and submission to the donor
    Support the development and maintenance of an M&E framework and system for the iniative ensuring synergies between M&E, program, and finance
    Design and deliver, or manage the design and delivery of leadership development training
    Ensure the capacity strengthening initiative has a visible profile within and beyond the counties
    Provide technical oversight, lead and motivate three County LDOs Coaches
    Any other duties assigned.

    Qualifications:

    Bachelor’s degree in international development, organisational development, business, or related field;
    At least 3 years’ experience with designing and implementing organizational and systems strengthening initiatives, ideally at the county-level in Kenya;
    Advanced skills in facilitation, human centred design, systems thinking, consulting, coaching, program development and management;
    Exceptional written and oral English communication skills. Ability to work in Kiswahili is an advantage;
    Knowledge of and prior experience working on USAID-funded will be an added advantage;

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  • Program Associate

    Program Associate

    Partner with us!
    The Evidence Department is looking for a Program Associate to provide critical support on project management aspects of a multi-country initiative focused on leveraging mobile technology to better engage with PSI’s target audience. This is an exciting new initiative that provides the opportunity to make technology work to deliver better health outcomes through bringing care closer to people in the developing world.
    Sound like something you would be interested in? Read on.
    Your contribution
    The individual will:

    Support country teams to ensure that project activities are completed in a timely manner with the budget allocation
    Support on the development of foundational documents, in conjunction with country teams
    Support on the management of project work plans working in conjunction with country teams
    Support on the execution of digital marketing agency workplans
    Support on the management of country budgets, in particular, monitoring burn rates
    Support on strengthening the use of data generated through the projects by applying an institutional ‘Data to Action Framework’ approach
    Support on documenting learning by generating initiative case studies
    Lead on the Consumer Facing Community of Practice (CoP)
    Coordinate Innovations Hub meetings and Bi-monthly newsletters
    A lot of the work will involve undertaking day to day follow up with the country teams

    What are we looking for?
    We are looking for a highly ambitious individual a passion in public health, willing and able to learn by doing in a very demanding position. In particular, we are looking for;

    2-5 years relevant program management support experience
    Great writing and communication skills – able to clearly depict nuanced or complex ideas.
    Great power point skills – able to ‘translate’ ideas / takeaways from discussions into professional grade outputs.
    Highly organized and a self-starter
    Comfortable with mobile technology
    Relevant Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree (e.g., communications, public health, marketing, journalism, social sciences, or anthropology).
    Experience in public health or working for a development agency is a plus
    Experience with SharePoint, MS Planner & MS Team
    All applicants must be based in Nairobi with permission to work. PSI will not provide work permits.

  • Laboratory Technologists Legal Officer Assistant Librarian Internal Auditor Assistant Procurement Officer Medical Laboratory Technician Drivers

    Laboratory Technologists Legal Officer Assistant Librarian Internal Auditor Assistant Procurement Officer Medical Laboratory Technician Drivers

    GRADE 8
    Qualifications

    Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in the relevant discipline with three (3) years cumulative working experience OR
    Registered with the respective statutory body.

    Responsibilities

    Works under the direction of Technologist in their relevant fields.
    Maintenance of Inventory, Setting Up and Clearin
    Appointments and Bookings of Lab Slots,
    General Discipline and Conduct of Students during The Lab
    Planned Preventive Maintenance, Cleanliness, Security & s according to statutory requirements.
    Deployed in manufacturing, pharmacy, Anatomy, histology grdss;Jtr
    Guide students during field work.

    Terms of Service
    The terms for the advertised positions will be on permanent and pensionable terms.

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  • Executive Director

    Executive Director

    Position Description
    As the Executive Director of EPN, your responsibilities will comprise oversight and leading the Secretariat comprised up of employees and volunteers based in Nairobi. You will lead the operational management of the organization, and the implementation of the Board approved strategy.
    You will also represent the organization externally and maintain positive relations with public authorities, Churches, representatives from politics and business, as well as various Christian Health Associations and Drug Supply Organizations, the media and peer organizations. You will promote cooperation with Network members.
    As Executive Director, you are a highly accomplished visionary leader who combines proven pharmaceutical skills and disciplines with inspirational management skills to provide exceptional guidance to the staff and Network members and to oversee all areas of operations.
    You will work to ensure effective management of ministry in alignment with EPN’s Vision, Mission, Core Values and strategic plans.
    Major Responsibilities:

    Strategic Leadership: 25%
    Growth & Development, including Resource Mobilization: 25%
    Board Engagement &Network Stakeholders: 20%
    Operations: 15%
    External Engagement: 10%
    Other: 5%

    Qualifications:

    A pharmacy degree, with a minimum of five years’ experience in a developing country setting.
    A graduate degree (Public Health preferred), with a minimum of ten (10) years’ experience in Regional/Global Level management, advocacy for access to medicines
    The ideal candidate will also have strong management and leadership skills, sound financial skills, good networking and communication skills.
    Exceptional project proposal writing skills and fundraising track record is desirable.
    A minimum of five years’ (5) experience working with a Board either as a member, reporting to one or developing and advising a Board.
    Must be fluent in English (written and verbal); knowledge of French is highly desirable.
    A heart for the less fortunate and a deep personal commitment to EPN’s vision, mission and core values.
    Must have a strong Christian identity and faith.
    Ability to travel frequently both regionally and internationally (up to 20%).

    Is this the job for you?
    This is an exceptional opportunity for a servant leader with a clear sense of calling and demonstrated track record of performance and achievement in having led and succeeded in global fast paced, complex organizations.