Application Deadline: Application Deadline Sep 21, 2016

  • Research & Consultancy Manager Education & Training Manager

    Research & Consultancy Manager Education & Training Manager

    Research & Consultancy Manager Job Responsibilities
    Develop and implement departmental strategy
    Develop annual Budget
    Provide team leadership and manage performance of staff within the department for improved service delivery.
    Gathering of market intelligence and data analysis and providing insights with a view to providing SACCOs with a competitive edge.
    Creation of actionable insight/ reports that informs decision making for our members
    Make recommendations to the management team on the prioritization of the innovative ideas and advice on ways of improving on service delivery.
    Provide recruitment services to our members
    Champion innovation through analysis of the current situations to foster improvements, better works systems, costs savings, faster processes and turnaround times.
    Advice on research results against objectives set Identifying problems, opportunities and/or gaps through primary and secondary research
    Assess the requirements for new products based on the market needs in cooperation with members’ needs
    Establish & maintain strategic partnerships to complement the department’s consulting capacity
    Qualifications
    Bachelors degree in Statistics or Economics or Project Management
    Post graduate diploma in project management will be an added advantage
    Preferred Skills for Research & Consultancy Manager Job They should have 6 years relevant experience preferably in research from related financial institution two of which should be in a managerial position
    They should have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, be able to operate in performance driven environment and be a team player with the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
    Excellent communication and presentation skills.
    Leadership and Managerial skills.
    Computer literate, proficient in using Microsoft office
    Excellent Analytical, problem solving, research report writing skills
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  • Human Resource / Admin Assistant – Kenya Nationals Only Logistics Officer Logistics Assistant ICT Assistant

    Human Resource / Admin Assistant – Kenya Nationals Only Logistics Officer Logistics Assistant ICT Assistant

    NRC is seeking to recruit HR/Admin Assistant. The HR/Admin Assistant will assist with the administration of the day-to-day operations of the human resources (HR) and Admin functions of the NRC Dadaab Area office.
    The HR/Admin Assistant will directly report to HR/Administration Officer.Job description
    Comply with with NRC’s HR policies and procedures
    Assist in the implementation of the organization policies and procedures
    Provide support in recruitment processes, including advertisements, filling applications, inviting candidates, organizing interview venues etc.
    Update staff records and files, including contracts, leave, medical, appraisals, etc.
    Generate monthly records and reports such as staff lists, leave and other HR statistics
    Process and follow up claims for medical cover and insurance
    Prepare staff contributions to relevant statutory bodies (social security, pensions etc.)
    Assist in preparing the national staff payroll
    Assist in training and capacity building arrangements
    In liaison with the Administration Officer develop appropriate policies and procedures for hospitality in NRC Hagadera
    Prepare the catering, accommodation and housekeeping budgets for review with the Administration Officer
    Maintain catering, accommodation and housekeeping stock inventories
    Ensure cleanliness, décor and design of kitchen and accommodation units
    Monitor laundry cleaning and ensure laundry procedures, processes and standards are maintained
    Prepare section reports and maintain a proper filing system including stock and material requisitions and usage records
    Ensure proper maintenance, safekeeping and timely replacement of catering, accommodation and housekeeping equipment, working tools and assets
    Coordinate garbage collection and disposal.
    Assign, train, supervise and appraise the work of cooks and cleaners
    Any other assignment as may be required by the line Manager.
    Qualifications
    National Diploma in Human Resources Management/ Diploma in Business Administration or any related field
    Two years working experience in HR/Admin department
    Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
    Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
    Knowledge about own skills/profile
    Some knowledge of English
    Education field: Administration / Organisation / Management
    Education level: Academy college / University Personal qualities
    Good communication and interpersonal skills
    Understanding of the statutory laws
    Wide knowledge of the NGO operations and the dynamics of the humanitarian sector
    Excellent self and office organization
    A strong administrative service attitude orientation
    Excellent individual conflict resolution and problem solving skills
    Good cultural awareness and sensitivity
    Highly approachable, trustworthy and confidential
    Good computer application skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, database and network communications.
    We Offer
    Duty station: Dadaab  
    Contract period is up to December 2016.
    Salary / benefits: According to NRC’s general directions, The candidate will observe NRC’s code of conduct and working hours for the NRC Office in Dadaab.
    Search Criteria:
    Location: Kenya
    Industry: Emergency Relief
    Special field: Administration / Office work HR
    Role: Assistant
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  • Education & Training Manager Research & Consultancy Manager

    Education & Training Manager Research & Consultancy Manager

    Education & Training Manager Job Duties & Responsibilities
    Develop and implement departmental strategy
    Develop annual work plans, annual Budget & procurement plans & control
    Provide team leadership and manage performance of staff within the department for improved service delivery.
    Identify and recommend staff capacity building areas to strengthen the department
    Develop and maintain a proper record management system for easy retrieval and sustenance of institutional memory
    Manage and Monitor the department’s expenditure to ensure high profitability
    Provide leadership in product innovation to ensure business continuity
    Follow-up outstanding dues/debts
    Establish and maintain good customer relations
    Establish & maintain strategic partnerships to complement the department’s training service delivery.
    Conduct TNA for SACCOs & Design, develop and implement training programmes for SACCOs,
    Market the various programmes to ensure maximum outreach and participation
    Any other duties as may be assigned by the Management Agreement
    Qualifications & Experience for Education & Training Manager Job
    Bachelors degree in relevant related field
    5 years relevant experience
    Excellent training, analytical, negotiation, communication and interpersonal skills
    Sound ICT skills
    Strong planning, coordination and supervisory skills
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  • Business Development Manager

    Business Development Manager

    2.0. Scope of Work
    The Business Development Manager will lead the Projects and Business Services unit which includes Marketing and Communication and Monitoring and Evaluation.
    The Manager will report to the Rector and will be responsible for the following activities:
    Coordinate the implementation and monitoring of the AVU Business Plan 2014-2019 and responsible for the coordination of the development of the next business plan
    Supervise the Marketing and Communication Officer
    Supervise the Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
    Write proposals to secure new projects
    Increase sale of existing AVU services
    Diversify AVU services’ portfolio
    Manage AVU membership and clients as well as all sale communications
    Ensure that the implementation of projects and services is well coordinated with other units such as Academic Programs, Information Technology, Finance and Administration, the AVU Multinational II project coordinating unit, as well as the AVU office in Dakar Senegal
    Manage budget, including preparation of regular cash flow forecasts and ensuring timely submission of reports and reconciliation of funds with Finance and Administration;
    Providing regular reports to Management;
    Any other task that may be requested by the Rector;
    3.0. Expected Deliverables
    AVU Business Plan coordinated and monitored ; the development of the new business plan well-coordinated
    Implementation of projects and services well-coordinated with other AVU units
    AVU partnerships well managed
    Marketing & Communication and Monitoring& Evaluation well implemented
    New projects secured
    Sale of AVU services increased significantly
    AVU Services diversified
    A well-managed budget for all projects and services
    Regular reports provided
    4.0. Qualifications
    A master Degree in Business Administration, project management, Education or related field. A PhD qualification is an added advantage.
    At least 5 years proven record of strategic planning, business development and project management
    Proven record of proposals writing
    Strong organizational skills.
    Proven record of partnerships and sales management in an multicultural international organization
    Experience in Marketing and Communication
    Experience in Monitoring and Evaluation an asset
    Computer skills; Microsoft Office, Power Point, Excel, Access, MS Project, Internet skills, Proficiency in Learning Management Systems.
    Knowledge of Open, distance and eLearning is an asset
    Knowledge of and/or experience in higher education in Africa is an added advantage
    Strong writing and communications skills in English. Knowledge of French and/or Portuguese is and added advantage
    5.0. Modalities of Work: The Manager will work full time dedicating 8 hours in a day for 5 days a week.  
    6.0 Duration: 24 Months
    7.0 Reporting: The Manager will work under the supervision of the AVU Rector or such other person as the client may designate from time to time in writing. 
    8.0 Payment: The salary will be commensurate with the qualification and experience of the successful candidate