Jobs Kenya

Application Deadline: Application Deadline Oct 19, 2021

  • Portfolio Manager

    Portfolio Manager

    Job Purpose
    Manage client portfolios as per mandate.
    Key responsibilities

    Maintain a perspective on current and future economic conditions and industry trends 
    Assess potential investment opportunities across traditional and non- traditional asset classes
    Assist in generating ad hoc reports as necessary for presentations to internal and external stakeholders 
    Attend and present at clients’ board of trustee and annual general meetings actively contribute towards coming up with superior asset allocation and security selection decisions. 
    Construct and rebalance portfolios
    Support AMC UG as per the hub and spoke model
    Delegated Authority:  As per the approved Delegated Authority Matrix
    Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

    Key Performance Measures
    As described in your Personal Score Card
    Knowledge, experience, and qualifications Required

    Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Finance, Economics or related field 
    6-8 years’ experience in financial markets with hands-on exposure to equities, interest-bearing assets, property, and private equity, 3 of which must be in a supervisory capacity
    CFA Finalist  
    Member of a relevant professional body

    Apply via :

    britam.taleo.net

  • Branch Cashier

    Branch Cashier

    JOB DESCRIPTION
    Responsible for receipting, banking, reconciliation for daily banking Vs Receipts he is also responsible for dispatch of receipts to customers.
    PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Account for all money received on behalf of the Company, arrange for daily banking and keep all money not banked in the safe at the close of business.
    Issue receipts immediately and accurately for all money collected during the day and allocate all the money receipted to specific policies or invoices immediately and before close of the business.
    Reconciling daily total receipt with the total daily sales before close of business
    Present banking slips, daily receipt control sheet and banking summary to the branch manager daily for cross checking and sign off.
    Maintain accurate and complete cash book and petty cash records on a daily basis and update all accounts records and registers.
    Prepare intermediaries’ commission payment requisitions and forward them to the Branch Manager for review and finance for approval.
    Reconcile intermediary accounts as instructed by Branch manager/Finance manager.
    Reconcile debtor’s accounts.
    Keep and update registers of all received PD cheques and ensure prompt banking when they are due.
    Keep and update records of payment of utility bills.
    Facilitate prompt payment of invoices to our local service providers
    Handle customer complaints related to payment
    Provide input for the branch reports;
    Tagging and verification of assets
    Prepare member schedules premium and fund statements, utilization reports and replenishment letters to clients/ schemes;
    Safe Keeping and accountability of security documents: i.e. payment receipt vouchers and receipts

    Academic Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree in any business related field
    Diploma in relevant field / Relevant technical training certificate

    Professional Qualifications

    ATC/CPA/ACCA added advantage or part qualification in relevant professional field

    Experience

    Up to one (1) years’ relevant experience

    Skills and Attributes

    Planning and Organizing skills
    Interpersonal Skills
    Communication Skills

    If you have the aforementioned professional and academic qualifications and you are ready to execute the above mandate, strictly apply through: https://cic.co.ke/job-application/ clearly indicating the position being applied for. The application should reach us by close of business on 19th October 2021 through. Please note only short listed candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us by 12th November 2021 consider your application unsuccessful.

    Apply via :

    cic.co.ke

  • Interns – Distance Learning Department

    Interns – Distance Learning Department

    JOB OBJECTIVE
    To provide technical assistance to end users of the Learning Management System (LMS).
    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    First point of contact for user/client inquiries through the ticketing system, emails, and phone calls.
    Manage entities in the LMS (users, activities and resources, plugin configurations, calendar management, etc.) as per given instructions.
    Set–up and configure new courses in the LMS as per instructions and relevant requirements
    Monitoring of course elements as instructed.
    Create online course content using authoring tools as per instructions.
    Support online course content development and update course content on the LMS as instructed.
    Escalate technical bugs and other system issues from identification through resolution.
    Generate generic and custom reports from the LMS to inform the administrators and instructors on course usage.
    Maintain the integrity of all data on the LMS
    Any other duties that may be assigned by the Distance Learning Administrator.

    QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

    Candidate must be a citizen of Kenya
    Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Instructional Design or related area from a recognized university;
    Experience with Microsoft Office Suite
    Experience with Google Workspace
    Ability to use web–based applications
    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
    Excellent time management skills.
    Client orientation

    Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should submit an application letter, a detailed CV (include two referees), academic certificates, a clear copy of your Kenya National ID and iTax certificate via email to hrjobs@kca.ac.ke by 19th October 2021. The subject of your email should read: INTERNSHIP – DL. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

    Apply via :

    hrjobs@kca.ac.ke

  • Health And Nutrition Officer

    Health And Nutrition Officer

    JOB DESCRIPTION
    Under the general guidance and direction of the Field Health and Nutrition Advisor, the health and nutrition officer will support implementation, monitoring and evaluation of all health and nutrition activities in the field of the USAID Nawiri project at the County and Sub-County levels.  Coordinate and work closely with County departments responsible for both health/nutrition specific and sensitive interventions, local partners, and communities. Lead implementation of all health and nutrition activities of the project, prepare reports and build capacity of the County staff and respective local communities. Promote best practices in health and nutrition programmes and contribute to the overall success of the USAID NAWIRI project. The role will also involve close working collaborations and linkages with the other components of the project including Community Health Systems Strengthening; Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health; SBCC; and Health Policy and Advocacy. In the event of a major humanitarian emergency, the role holder will be expected to work outside the normal role profile and be able to vary working hours accordingly.
    KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY
    Strategic Planning and Programme Development

    Familiarise with NAWIRI’s implementation strategy as informed by phase 1(Learning and research phase). Specifically, support implementation of the Health and Nutrition component of the NAWIRI strategy and ensure that nutrition-sensitive strategies and approaches are integrated into other thematic strategies.
    Support in the development of a county engagement plan that includes skill transfer and capacity strengthening of country government counterparts.
    Build on technical knowledge and understanding of the operations related to nutrition policy and services in Kenya, and how these policies can best work for the needs and peculiarities of Samburu County.
    Ensure that programme activities support and demonstrate good practice in Child Safeguarding
    Using a Child Rights Programming lens, ensure that NAWIRI health and nutrition programme is built around the Theory of Change and is regularly monitored.

    Advocacy and Policy Development

    Actively participate in the development, review, dissemination and operationalisation of County level policies, legislation, strategies and other initiatives and developments by government and other stakeholders relating to nutrition, health, WASH and/or food security issues. 
    Regularly assess and update management about any changes in the operating environment relevant to NAWIRI project and Save the Children’s priorities.
    Support development of the County health and nutrition strategy and implementation plan including dissemination of nutrition advocacy messages for the NAWIRI project.
    Monitor implementation of nutrition – related components of the advocacy strategy in the County.
    Ensure visibility of the project in the field through participation and sharing of evidence, learning and recommendations from NAWIRI work in technical forums and meetings held at Sub – County level.
    H/She will also pro- actively engage with other implementing partners during coordination meetings.

    Programme Quality

    Monitor and provide timely, relevant, accurate input on overall technical aspects of NAWIRI Health and nutrition programme work in Samburu.
    Work closely with other programme staff and consortium partners to ensure effective sequencing, layering and integration.
    Provide relevant technical training and support to the County staff on IMAM, MIYCN, C4D,KAP, nutrition surveys and monitoring and evaluation, as required.
    Prepare quality activity report to the Field Health and Nutrition Advisor to facilitate timely submission of technical progress performance reports that are of acceptable quality to the Health and Nutrition Lead.
    Provide input during selection of partners and training of partners on health and nutrition.

    Monitoring and Evaluation

    In collaboration with field – based M&E staff, ensure there is adherence to the project M&E framework.
    Participate in collaborate, learn, and adapt (CLA) activities of the programme to ensure all NAWIRI interventions are working towards addressing persistent acute malnutrition.
    Routinely monitor child safeguarding issues in the programme and take corrective actions such as modifying programme activities and/or report incidents, when required
    Support timely dissemination of programme findings and lessons learned to key stakeholders at Sub – County level
    Collect complaints and feedback during field activities and ensure that these are shared with MEAL officers for updating of the CFRM database.

    Other

    Participate actively in PDQ programme meetings, planning and review activities, providing enhanced insight into nutrition programming.
    Actively participate in key relevant internal meetings such as Programme Review Meetings or Area-based meetings as required.  Participate in any donor visit to project(s) within the country office portfolio, as required.  

    QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

    Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition and Nursing (preferred), or other related health sciences.
    At least 2 years demonstrated experience in implementation of health and nutrition programmes with preference given to nutrition programming in arid and semi-arid land (ASAL) settings.
    Excellent understanding of the nutrition sector within the Kenyan context, particularly maternal, new-born and child nutrition issues including system approach to ending persistent acute malnutrition.
    Clear understanding of nutrition resilience, hunger and food security issues in Kenya, particularly in the context of Samburu county.
    Strong commitment to capacity building of county staff and partners with willingness to adopt a participatory and consultative approaches.
    Good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate and negotiate clearly and effectively at all levels with County government, local partners and community members while taking into consideration cultural and language difficulties.
    Strong results orientation, with the ability to take initiative and challenge existing mind-sets.
    Excellent written and verbal skills in English, with ability to draft quality reports. Excellent verbal skills in Swahili; Knowledge of the local language and context will be a distinct advantage
    Attention to detail, accuracy and timeliness in execution of assigned responsibilities
    Ability to work in challenging and changing environment, and to see through challenges to find solutions.
    Ability and willingness to dramatically change work practices and hours, and work with incoming surge teams, in the event of emergencies.
    Qualified candidates from Samburu county are encouraged to apply.
    Commitment to Save the Children values, including willingness to abide by and enforce the Child Safeguarding policy.

    Apply via :

    kenya.savethechildren.net

  • Money Laundering Reporting Officer

    Money Laundering Reporting Officer

    Job Ref. No. JLIL009
    Position: Money Laundering Reporting Officer
    We currently have an exciting career opportunity for Money Laundering Reporting Officer. The position holder will report to the Head of Compliance and will be based at Head Office, Nairobi.
    Jon Description
    The job holder will be responsible for protecting the integrity of the organization’s dealings with customers through reviewing and reporting suspicious transactions to the FRC, training all stakeholders on the requirements of the AML/CTF policies and regulations, continuous monitoring to ensure that the businesses are compliant with the laid down policies and regulations of the country and regular reporting to the Senior Management and Board.
    Main Responsibilities

    AML/CTF Risk Identification and Management.
    Support and advise business on how to establish internal procedures to manage ML/TF and how to perform their duties in accordance with the AML/CFT policy and regulations.
    In conjunction with the business and compliance team, review internal processes/procedures regarding the AML/CFT and customer acceptance policies.
    In conjunction with the compliance team, ensure that the business is continuously monitoring transactions and customer risks.
    Ensure all management personnel, staff and intermediaries are fully knowledgeable of the risks involved and their responsibilities with regards to AML/CFT through training.
    Conduct continuous audits/reviews on AML/CTF compliance levels, efficiency, and effectiveness of the AML/CTF controls.
    Receiving and evaluating Suspicious Transaction Reports (STR’s) against internal business information and external sources.
    Maintaining, as proof of compliance, all the evaluation documents/information used in the STR determination process and other investigations as well as a register of all STR’s reported to the authorities and those not reported.
    Act as the main point of contact with government authorities. Ensure businesses meet all regulatory requirements and recommendations for AML/CTF compliance.
    Establishing written and board approved AML/CTF policies.
    Assist in reviewing escalated hits on the OFAC/UN Sanctions and other lists.
    Remaining fully up to date with AML/CTF legislation/guidance in the relevant jurisdictions and ensuring timely updates to implement changes in legislation/regulation.
    Work with the HR function to ensure that all new staff and existing employees holding key positions which may be exposed to AML/CTF risks are screened.
    Handle other duties as assigned to assist with the effective administration of the AML/CTF and KYC Policies and any other duties that may be assigned by Management.
    Preparing and presenting compliance reports to various stakeholders on a daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
    Collaborate with the Data Protection Officer, internal and external auditors and HR as required.
    Report non–compliance and support the team in management of a crisis or compliance violation.

    Key Competencies

    High level of Integrity and Professionalism
    Compliance Focus
    Ownership & Commitment
    Team Spirit
    Ability to recognize potentially suspicious activity.
    High level of Analytical skills
    Exceptional Research skills
    Good understanding of the regulatory structure and financial services market in East Africa.

    Qualifications

    Bachelor’s/Master ‘s Degree in Law or any other related field.
    Certified AML Specialist/Compliance certification.
    Risk Management Training.
    Computer literacy in MS Office; Excel, Power Point, Word
    Member of a Professional Body. IIK and CII would be preferable.

    Relevant Experience

    Minimum 5 years’ experience in Risk & Compliance Regulatory affairs, AML/CFT programs within the financial services industry, specifically banking and insurance.
    Experience with reporting on STR and CTR’s.
    Strong experience with research and screening tools such as Lexis Nexis or World–Check.

    If you are qualified and seeking an exciting new challenge, please apply via Recruitment@jubileekenya.com quoting the Job Reference Number and Position by 19th October 2021.

    Apply via :

    Recruitment@jubileekenya.com

  • Lead SDET-Connectivity & Segments

    Lead SDET-Connectivity & Segments

    DESCRIPTION
     
    We are pleased to announce the following Position in the Digital engineering Department within the Technology Division.   In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below.
    Brief Description
    Reporting to the Quality Engineering Lead, the jobholder is Responsible for standardizing the quality engineering practice across all quality engineering chapters in connectivity & segments domain.
    Key Responsibilities

    Responsible for defining and driving the software quality strategy and roadmap in functional/non-functional and automation within all quality chapters under connectivity & segments
    Responsible for providing technical direction to the software developers in tests and chapters leads to ensure the activities of the team are aligned with all stakeholders
    Responsible for setting up quality gates and criteria for all testing activities within connectivity & segments and ensuring adherence to these gates
    Responsible for performing and providing guidance and mentoring on Blackbox & white box testing using best in class procedures and technologies
    Responsible for updating and maintaining the test regression suites for all squads/Tribes under connectivity & segments, ensuring over 80% automation to reduce testing man hours and ensure lean testing times
    Regular team and one-on-one engagements
    Build the technical digital skillset according to the fit for future program
    Team technical leadership and performance management
    Responsible for automating test regression suites to ensure 4:1 automation to manual test ratio.
    Responsible for ensuring 100% use of test automation in all levels of testing within connectivity & segments domain
    Responsible for implementing the test automation framework
    Responsible for ensuring 100% test coverage of functional requirements
    Responsible for ensuring all quality engineering chapters connectivity & segments adhere to the standard test process including defect management
    Responsible for leading test activities in upgrades ,patches and fail overs in connectivity & segments systems ensuring zero defect leakage and revenue loss due to bugs
    Colloborate with other lead sdets in regression test strategies and leading sdets in test planning & execution
    Responsible for 100% test coverage on non function requirements (performance,security,compatibility)
    Responsible for giving technical leadership in performance engineering and architecture optimization
    Responsible for defing OAT criteria ensuring adherance
    Accountable for the quality of all connectivity & segment  systems & releases

     
    QUALIFICATIONS

    Bachelor of Science Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Software Development or related subject.
    Must have ISTQB Certification (Test Manager certification, Advanced test automation certification or performance testing certification)
    4 years + experience in software testing in a busy IT environment
    Strong understanding of the software Testing Life cycle
    Experience in managing large test teams
    Ability to effectively manage competing resources and priorities
    Experience and vast knowledge in Test Driven Development approaches
    Must have experience in CI/CD tools such as Jenkins/Drone/Travis/GitlabCi
    Experienced in at least one mainstream programming language (Java, Python, JavaScript) with a bias towards Java
    Strong risk identification and mitigation planning skills
    Experience in Micro services and containerization platforms
    Experience in Test automation tools and techniques such as Selenium, TestNG, cucumber, Appium etc.
    Experience in performance engineering and tools such as JMeter, Locust.io, HP Load runner

    Apply via :

    safaricom.taleo.net

  • Data Assurance Advisor

    Data Assurance Advisor

    JOB DESCRIPTION
    To improve data assurance for WFP programmes in East and Central Africa region
    STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

    Education: Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Economic, Business or Computer Science.
    Working Experience: At least 10 years (of which three international) of postgraduate progressively responsible professional experience in IT/technology and/or data analytics. Progressively responsible support work experience with government on technological solutions will be an added advantage.  
    Language: Fluency in both oral and written English. Intermediate knowledge of other UN languages would be an advantage.

    KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

    Advise RBN senior management on Cash-based transfers (CBT) assurance needs, challenges and risks across the RBN region, and propose cross-functional initiatives to enhance Cash-based transfers (CBT) assurance
    Lead the alignment of Cash-based transfers (CBT) assurance needs between technology (TEC) and Cash-based transfers (CBT) business units at the Regional Bureau level.
    Establish processes/working agreements between technology (TEC) and Cash-based transfers (CBT) business units to improve the oversight from business units over beneficiary information management and transfer management platforms (such as SCOPE) so that processes and systems are in line with what is operationally needed across the region, both at Regional Bureau and Country Office levels (the latter as needed).
    Establish new mechanisms and implement them at Regional Bureau and Country Office level so that issues encountered in the field in relation to beneficiary information management and transfer management platforms are also communicated to relevant HQ units so that systems can be realigned as needed.
    Map and monitor usage of IT solutions contributing to Cash-based transfers (CBT) assurance at CO level in collaboration with TEC and other Cash-based transfers (CBT) business units. Develop an understanding of how their functional data layers (people, processes and technology) are structured and take responsibility for disseminating and ensuring wider uptake of best practices, appropriate to context.

    CONT:KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

    Proactively support Country Office in planning, designing and implementing improvements to their functional data layers and for context appropriate Cash-based transfers (CBT) data assurance.
    Lead on strategy development for functional data layers that fit the local partnership context by combining experience of functional data layers within the region with experience of Cash-based transfers (CBT) data assurance through government partnerships worldwide (including where WFP delivers through government social protection systems).
    Partner effectively with HQ units working on the same to provide concrete guidance and leadership on data assurance issues.
    Collate best practices on data governance around externally sourced Cash-based transfers (CBT) data (UNHCR, governments, other partners and service providers). Share these best practices across Countries
     Plan and lead the effort to support Country Officers with adopting Cash-based transfers (CBT) data governance best practices in collaboration with HQ teams and relevant Country Office teams

    CONT: KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

    Take responsibility for improving assurance knowledge management across the region and improve knowledge sharing between Country Offices, particularly when it comes to analyses developed for specific Cash-based transfers (CBT) operations.
    Identify how good practices around Cash-based transfers (CBT) data assurance can be used beyond Cash-based transfers (CBT), for other types of assistance provided by WFP.
    Advise on the need for, and support the development of, functional training to enhance the capacity of WFP staff and partners for improved assurance.
    Ensure that WFP’s data assurance practices in the region are aligned with WFP’s personal data protection policy and make recommendations for adjustments, as needed.
    Represent WFP at international meetings and conferences, to enhance WFP’s leadership status, gather and share best practice, and propose new approaches to improve data assurance service delivery.
    Advocate for incorporating gender and protection perspectives into all areas of assurance work in the RBN region and advise on specific strategies to achieve this, in line with WFP Gender and Protection policies.
    Perform other tasks and responsibilities as requested by the supervisor.

    Apply via :

    career5.successfactors.eu

  • Communications Officer Monitoring and Evaluation and Learning Expert

    Communications Officer Monitoring and Evaluation and Learning Expert

    ILRI works to improve food and nutritional security and reduce poverty in developing countries through research for efficient, safe and sustainable use of livestock. It is the only one of 15 CGIAR research centres dedicated entirely to animal agriculture research for the developing world. Co-hosted by Kenya and Ethiopia, it has regional or country offices and projects in East, South and Southeast Asia as well as Central, East, Southern and West Africa. www.ilri.org
    Key Responsibilities

    Write, edit, illustrate, design, format and oversee production of a stream of public materials generated by the programs, including regular news and feature blog articles and more occasional program reports, policy briefs, brochures, posters, and multimedia products
    Populate program-specific blog sites with content, engaging with the readers of these blogs and with responders to social media content generated by the programs
    Help disseminate the programs’ messages and materials through CGIAR, and ILRI’s publishing, knowledge sharing and social media channels as well as more widely as needed
    Develop AIFSD website and content on relevant pages of ILRI’s main website and other relevant web portals
    Develop program-related materials, such as summaries of reports, updates of progress reports, staff profiles, feature articles and success stories
    Document meetings and workshops and manage the uploading of all relevant materials online
    Compile, draft and summarize internal reports as needed
    Assist Value Chain component communication specialists with media such as organizing journalist interviews and staff profiles, and disseminate key messages
    Ensure that program publications and other outputs are deposited and indexed in ILRI’s repository and contribute information as needed for ILRI’s online calendar of events and contacts systems
    Follow and keep abreast of CGIAR, ILRI and USAID communication guidelines
    Engage in ILRI and CGIAR related CKM planning and sharing meetings
    Perform any other related duties as assigned by the Program manager from time to time.

    Requirements

    Bachelor’s Degree in communications, journalism, advertising, or related field or 7 years of experience in lieu of masters
    At least five years of progressively advanced experience in relevant communications work with a focus on writing, editing, proofreading and design of materials for print and web
    Outstanding written, and excellent verbal, English
    Skilled in mainstream computer programs, especially Microsoft Office applications
    Experience in supporting communications and/or media relations in the area of agricultural research for development is an added advantage.
    Ability to think strategically and to develop and execute a strategic communication planning.
    Ability to read, understand and assimilate complex technical information to produce clear, well-written summaries
    Ability to present and package scientific information into various formats to suit specialist and non-specialist audiences
    Basic knowledge of and skills in desktop publishing, HTML, photography and photo editing.
    Demonstrated ability to work independently and well within teams
    Excellent communication, organizational and documentation skills
    Conversant in social media platforms and social networking tools
    Experience with process facilitation
    Ability to write/edit under pressure, with high accuracy and to deadline

    Post location: The position will be based inmNairobi, Kenya
    Terms of Appointment
    This position is at job level HG 14. The position is a 3-year contract, renewable subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funding. ILRI offers a competitive salary and benefits package which includes pension, medical and other insurances

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