Application Deadline: Application Deadline Sep 14, 2018

  • Brand Manager – Premium Brands

    Brand Manager – Premium Brands

    KWAL is looking for well-organized and highly motivated individuals who are result-oriented to fill the following position:
    REF-BMP-09-2018
    Function / Division: Commercial
    Grade: Grade 11
    Supervisor / Manager Title: Marketing Manager
    Job Purpose: Reporting to the Marketing Manager, the Brand Manager (Premium Brands) will be responsible for developing and executing brand strategies for the specific product segment to build brand equity and drive revenue and increase market share.
    Responsibilities and Accountabilities
    Area 1: Brand Management

    In collaboration with the Marketing Manager, develop and execute successful Annual Brand Plans as well as Activity Recommendations aligned to the overall organizational objectives.
    Though the comprehensive understanding of the business strategy, evaluate existing and recommend new or revised ideas/concepts aimed at growing the business.
    Develop through the Line executions guidelines to ensure the plans are brought to life in the outlet level. Lead in the execution of the approved ideas/concepts.

    Area 2: Marketing Campaigns Development & Execution Management

    Develop and execute marketing campaigns for the assigned market segment to enhance brand visibility and drive growth in sales.
    Oversee the creation and management of Through the Line Marketing mix in line with approved Brand plans; this include all appropriate ATL, BTL and
    Digital solutions that generate leads and facilitate the selling process while being consistent with the branding strategy.
    Robust Evaluation of all Marketing initiatives and recommend ways to improve effectiveness in future campaigns

    Area 3: New Product Development

    Responsible for mapping and developing new projects in line with potential new consumer segments
    Managing the Innovation process from Consumer scoping via consumer research and appropriate Product development.
    Identifying, assessing and developing the marketing mix elements that will commercialize the New Innovation brands.

    Area 5: Marketing Resource Management

    A&P management in line with planned Business deliverables
    Analyze and report on the return on investment of marketing campaigns and use this information to enhance returns on investment for all marketing initiatives.

    Minimum Requirements

    A Bachelor’s degree in a business related field.
    Membership to a relevant professional body will be an added advantage.
    A least five (5) years’ experience in marketing or branding in a similar organisation.
    Practical experience in use of MS packages and ERP systems.

    Competencies / Attributes

    A creative mind with a drive for execution of ideas and concepts for the benefit of the organisation.
    Developed project and event management skills.
    Self-starter able to work well within the team environment.
    Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced, demanding environment.
    Proficient in the following computer software applications: Microsoft Office.
    Ability to effectively communicate both internally and externally.
    High level of integrity.

    Relationships and working contacts

    Internal – Commercial team, Corporate Affairs and Plant Operations.
    External – Clients, suppliers, distributors, Agencies.

    Work Environment: This is an office based role.

  • Senior Enumerator

    Senior Enumerator

    Job Description

    Function: Support field-level Participant Tracking, Monitoring, Evaluation and Research, assist in all phases of M&E Program
    Job Location: Migori, Lwala
    Contract: Full time, 1 year with opportunity to extend
    Reports to: Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Coordinator / Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Associate
    About the Job: Village Enterprise is seeking a candidate who will manage enumerators in Lwala, Migori County region to successfully carry out data collection in support of implementation, monitoring, evaluation, adaptation and/or expansion of Village Enterprise programming.
    Candidate will support additional MEL and operations efforts as needed. This is a split, field/office position, requiring ~60% time in the field and ~40% time in the office. A minimum time commitment of one year is required.
    Job Description:
    Directly Manage Enumerator Data Collection: 60%

    Supervise enumerators in the field and provide feedback to the MEL coordinator
    Train enumerators on best practices for data collection, android-based data collection, data collection software, and data collection assignments
    Create enumerator data collection assignments and planned expenses
    Monitor data collection progress, tracking progress at both the enumerator and data-collection activity level
    Collect feedback from enumerators on behalf of the MEL team
    Conduct data quality assessments as assigned by supervisor
    Directly collect data if needed

    Reporting and Communication: 25%

    Submit field activity schedule to supervisor for approval
    Submit weekly enumerator feedback report to supervisor detailing any feedback collected from enumerators during the week
    Submit regular field activity reports to supervisor, including findings from time spent supervising enumerators (i.e., enumerator audits), any inventory needs of enumerators (e.g., rain jackets, helmets, etc.) and other relevant details
    Submit data quality review reports to supervisor if/when tasked with data quality review
    Host weekly meeting with enumerators
    Participate in weekly meeting with direct supervisor
    Participate in quarterly meeting with F&A where the travel stipend tracker is reviewed and updated if needed
    Periodically participate in MEL Team Meetings as requested
    Periodically participate in field staff meetings as requested
    Participate in additional meetings and functions as requested

    Support for MEL Team and Operations: 15%

    Support MEL team trainings for non-enumerator staff
    Assist with data entry including core program data, special research and report data, and attendance data
    Assist with the collection of field-level monitoring data as well as other data collection as and when required
    Support field usage of TaroWorks on android devices, including installing or re-installing the application on phones and troubleshooting issues as needed
    Other MEL tasks as assigned
    Provide support to management team as requested
    Other operations tasks as assigned

    The Senior Enumerator Will

    Have at least one-year experience in household-level data collection
    Possess necessary critical thinking and technical knowledge and skills, including
    Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word
    Proficiency with Google Documents, Gmail, and Android applications
    Understand the elements of data quality: consistent, complete, accurate, timely, verifiable, valid
    Critical thinker: able to plan dynamic, budget-optimizing enumerator assignments taking into account data collection needs across program cycles, geography, and language skills of enumerators
    Fluent in Dholuo, Kiswahili and English
    Demonstrate ability to supervise data collection and teams of field workers
    Possess Training and Communication Skills
    Demonstrate ability to communicate key concepts to people with less than Level / Standard 5 education
    Ability to orally communicate issues, problems, and key information
    Ability to write clear, concise memos highlighting issues, problems, and key information
    Experience working as part of a diverse team with the ability to work via email, phone, Skype, and other virtual communications
    Work independently and as part of a team
    Ability to work effectively in a highly independent capacity – self-managing, taking ownership of goals, and developing work plans

  • Factory Assistant 

Field Assistant

    Factory Assistant Field Assistant

    Job Description
    Assist the Factory Manager in manufacturing tea to the highest possible quality in accordance to Company guidelines.
    Duties:

    Supervise factory operations in compliance to the current Fairtrade, ISO 22000:205, UTZ, Rainforest Alliance standards.
    Responsible for cleanliness, good hygiene and housekeeping of the entire factory including the surrounding compound.
    Ensure all machinery is in good and efficient working order as laid down in agency manual.

    Minimum Requirements

    B.Sc. in Agriculture or Food Science and Technology or equivalent from a recognized university.
    Must be able to work independently and meet deadlines within a team environment and willingness to work extra hours to meet set targets.
    Be a dynamic person who has high integrity, good communication skills, relates well with others, enthusiastic and willing to learn.
    Preferably 1 year minimum experience with good performance.
    Computer literate

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  • Admin Assistant 

Research Intern – Data Analysis

    Admin Assistant Research Intern – Data Analysis

    Job Description
    Job Title Reports To: HR & Admin Manager
    Main Purpose of the Job: To provide administrative support including handling internal and external communication with clients, Maintenance of office databases
    Person Specification
    Education Qualification and Training

    A diploma in Human Resource or Business administration
    A degree in any field will be an added advantage
    At least one-year administrative or HR experience

    Knowledge and Skills
    Good interpersonal skills, well-spoken and reliable
    The job will be on temporary basis.

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  • Hair and Beauty Facilitator 

Automobile Facilitator

    Hair and Beauty Facilitator Automobile Facilitator

    Job Description

    Flexibility A Must
    Job Responsibilities

    Training and equipping the students with related skills.
    Sourcing of employment and internship opportunities for students.
    Sourcing of guest lectures and organizing field visits and industry exposures for the students.
    Ensure students on internship fill their logbooks.
    Maintain an up to date record of students.
    Ensure students maintain highest levels of discipline at all times.
    Accompany students when going for interviews.
    Source for credible mentors to mentor the students.
    Participate in road shows to recruit students to the program.
    Follow up with students both on internship and placement to support them and get feedback on their progress.
    Ensure that students attend classes as required.
    Provide students with resources for studying.
    Link the youth with potential employers.

    Requirements
    Academic and professional qualifications

    Degree in related field.
    Those with relevant Diplomas & experience may be considered
    Technical knowledge, skills and competencies
    Good Networking skills a must.
    Proven computer literacy in MS-Word, MS-Excel MS-Access or related programs required;
    Ability to plan, prioritize, coordinate and perform multiple tasks simultaneously;
    Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines;
    Ability to interact positively with management, and other employees, to promote a team effort and maintain a positive and professional approach.
    Ability to produce a high volume of work in a timely manner, which is accurate, complete, and of high quality.
    Ability to meet deadlines and handle diverse tasks simultaneously using prioritization.
    Strong oral and written communication skills.
    Excellent Presentation skills.
    Flexibility
    Leadership skills a must.
    Experience Required
    Minimum two (2) years working experience in the related field.
    Must have passion working with young people.

    Personal Attributes

    Trustworthiness
    Integrity and professionalism
    Time management skills
    Problem solving and negotiation skills
    Decision making and leadership skills

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  • Deputy Director – Programme Quality, Africa region

    Deputy Director – Programme Quality, Africa region

    BRAC International is seeking to recruit an experienced high calibre professional for the position of Deputy Director – Programme Quality, Africa Region.
    Job Location: Africa Regional Office, Nairobi, Kenya.
    Job Purpose:
    Reporting to the Director-Africa region, the Deputy Director-Programme Quality, Africa Region will contribute to implementation of the Africa strategy by developing a coherent approach among the countries to achieve the programmatic goals for Africa. The incumbent will oversee programme quality in the BRAC International countries within the region. This will include proposal development, project design, implementation and impact measurement of country programmes.
    The role holder will also be responsible for ensuring knowledge sharing and learning related to programming and programme quality across the region and rest of BRAC International.
    S/he will develop a sustainable network with donors and ensure financial sustainability of programmes.
    The Deputy Director – Programme Quality, Africa region will be responsible for coordinating activities of the regional programme staff, including the direct supervision of some of those staff, ensuring they, as a team, meet the requirements of the region.
    Key Responsibilities:
    The key responsibilities include:

    Providing successful leadership in proposal development and programme specific sustainable fundraising mechanisms and working closely with senior management, donors and the Board for programme expansion and exit strategy;
    Assisting BRAC International countries in carrying out contextual analysis, programme reviews and making necessary adjustments to ongoing programmes to better align them with organizational priorities, and identify opportunities for innovation;
    Working closely with affiliates (BRAC UK, BRAC USA) and Resident Representative Fundraiser of Netherlands for fund-raising, maintaining donor liaison and representing BRAC at a regional level. Developing a sustainable network/relationship with donors to lift BRAC International acceptability among donors at regional level;
    Supporting countries to establish effective monitoring and evaluation frameworks and developing impact measurement systems. Visiting Country Offices in the region on a periodic basis to review programmes. Offering suggestions to the country teams on how to strengthen their programmes and following up on implementation of suggestions. Reviewing programmatic reports of the countries and sharing knowledge across BRAC International;
    Advising BRAC International senior management on strategic programming in the countries and participating in strategic decision making. Ensuring communication and cooperation within the region and between the region and the wider organization around programme quality issues;
    Representing BRAC at the regional level and facilitating engagement with strategic partners, donors, social movements in the region and globally;
    Developing a competitive advocacy framework for the Africa region and providing necessary suggestions and guidelines for implementation;
    Directing and managing regional programme staff at the Regional office and being actively involved in selection, orientation, coaching and development of staff through supportive supervision;
    Any other responsibility as and when required by the Regional office.

    Education requirements: A PhD/ Masters in relevant subjects such as Economics, Social Science, International Development, etc.
    Experience requirements:

    15 to 20 years experience in a senior technical or management position preferably in an NGO/INGO managing complex programmes, including programme planning and administration, evaluation, proposal writing and fund-raising, managing budgets and accounts, staff supervision and training;
    Experience in developing and implementing an effective monitoring framework and impact measurement tools;
    Experience in more than one country preferably;
    Demonstrated experience in dealing with multiple stakeholders and multicultural staff and work team supervision and development; and
    Demonstrated experience in advocacy work and knowledge of at least one sector BRAC works in.

    Required competencies:

    Leadership skills
    Understanding of international social, political and economic issues and regional particularities
    Commitment to poverty alleviation and gender issues
    Data rational, finance and budgeting skills , analytical and resource optimization skills
    Excellent written and spoken English skills
    Skilled at developing others
    Participative style, strong influencing skills
    Experience and knowledge of south-based development issues
    Technical knowledge of at least one BRAC programme
    Skills related to Monitoring and Evaluation functions and knowledge management
    Adept at multitasking, troubleshooting innovatively
    Appreciation of diversity and familiarity with multicultural environment

    Employment type: Contractual

  • Office Driver (in charge of the Project Bus)

    Office Driver (in charge of the Project Bus)

    Job Description
    Leonard Cheshire | Girls’ Education Challenge | UKaid Expanding inclusive education strategies for girls with disabilities in Kenya is a UKaid funded project that aims to further and deepen the educational and vocational opportunities of girls with disabilities in five counties in the Nyanza in Kenya in order to improve their quality of life, skills and livelihoods opportunities. Leonard Cheshire (LC) is seeking applications from qualified Female Drivers to fill in the position of a Bus Driver to offer transport services within Kisumu County.
    Reporting to: GECT Finance and Administration Manager
    Department: International
    Duration: October 2018 – March 2022
    Purpose of the Job:
    To drive learners to and from school daily and be responsible for the bus maintenance and repairs
    Key Responsibilities

    To facilitate travel as required by the office.
    To regularly maintain the vehicle in a roadworthy, safe and legal condition.
    To ensure that the vehicle records such as logbook, maintenance and fuel cards are up to date and are submitted to the line manager regularly as agreed.
    To support the administration of the office as may be required whenever not engaged in driving or vehicle maintenance. Other duties as requested by the Finance and Administration Manager

    Person Specification
    Essential Qualifications

    To have a valid driving licence, PSV certificate and a valid certificate of good conduct (or ready to apply for it)
    An average standard of education; or equivalent technical or mechanical knowledge and experience. Considerable driving experience, preferably for a Non-Government Organisation and/or PSV vehicles.
    Able to communicate in English and or Kiswahili with good communication skills over all
    Able to work with minimal supervision
    Experience of urban and rural driving conditions would be preferable
    Welcoming; courteous and able to support children with disabilities whenever the need arises.
    Meets all NTSA requirements for school drivers
    A genuine commitment to the values and ethos of Leonard Cheshire.

    Desirable Requirements

    Simple computer skills e.g accessing emails. Willing and flexible attitude Interested in learning office skills.
    To have knowledge of driving and managing passengers who are persons with disability.

  • Project Manager

    Project Manager

    Department: Service
     
    Reporting Structure: Service Manager
    Overview
    The Project Manager contributes to the organizational goals by managing the project and taking responsibility for the effective control of the critical areas, namely; scope of works, timelines, financial costing and quality workmanship and ensures high performance standards in meeting the deliverables of the project.
     
    Job Responsibilities

    Organization, planning and validation of all technical activities activities and tasks in collaboration with the clients personnel where appropriate
    Financial management and cost control of the project
    Claim and reclamation management
    Spare and wear parts management in relation to projects
    Co-ordinate all communication between Krones EA, Krones AG and the client
    Manage maintenance contracts
    Manage key account customers
    Manage new machine installations and commissioning, overhauls, retrofits, audits
    Travel frequently to customers and attend relevant projects and meetings
    Ensure that projects are effectively monitored ,checked,documented and correctly verified
    Responsibility to achieve project targets i.e contract conditions,customer satisfaction,budgetery control profitability and timelines.

    Knowledge and experience

    Knowledge in project management principals and techniques
    Knowledge of Krones technology and its range of equipment
    Exposure to complex projects
    Strong verbal and written skills

    Qualifications for the Project Manager Job

    Higher National Diploma or Unversity Degree in Engineering/Project Management
    3-5 years experience in similar role and preferably in Tobacco, Aluminium Manufacturing,oil and gas,mining or motor vehicle industry
    Ms Project is an added advantage

    Personal competencies

    Self-motivated, independent, solution orientated, deadline driven individual with strong time management skills
    Strong analytical ability, attention to detail and strategic thinker
    Project a professional image, lead by example, encourage team work and compliance with work processes and procedures
    Build mutually beneficial relationships internally and externally

    Specific job skills

    Creating and managing project plans, monitoring timelines, resources and address problem areas
    Skilled in time management and strategic planning
    Solid problem solving skills and ability to focus on both strategically and tactically to achieve business goals
    MS Office – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project
    SAP (pref)

    Literacy and Numeracy

    Good financial understanding
    Ability to read/write and communicate in English

    Management Ability

    Perform varied work assignments and constantly prioritise work load by ensuring that deadlines and clients expectations are met or exceeded where possible
    Ability to work in a high volume and intense working environment
    Solution orientated and results driven
    Professional liaison with all levels of management and technical clients, both internally and externally
    Client focused
    Administration skills
    Project leadership and mentoring skills to colleagues and clients

    Other

    Able to travel both domestic and foreign
    Possess a valid passport