Company Address: Address Longonot Road, Upper Hill P.O.Box 41479 00100 Nairobi Kenya

Managing Director Chief Financial Officer Head of Internal Audit

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Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership

Take the lead in developing overall business strategy and work with both the executive team and Board of Directors to define the direction of the organization.
Communicate the organization’s objectives, strategies, policies, to stakeholders including Senior Management and staff.
Coordinate, monitor and ensure the implementation of Shelter Afrique’s business strategy as approved by the Board of Directors.
In consultation with the executive team, set performance targets for the organization and put in place mechanisms to achieve agreed targets.
Develop and implement appropriate strategies to facilitate viable and sustainable investments.
Develop annual budgets for the organization and ensure that implementation as approved by the Board.
Maximize returns to shareholders and consistently exceed business targets.
Provide strategic and administrative direction in all matters affecting the successful execution of the organization’s mandate within all its member states.

Strategic Growth

Promote the interests and expansion of the organization both in business terms and regionally by ensuring growth diversification strategies and targets are achieved.
Provide leadership in development of strategies, products and institutional systems and processes for sustainable business growth.
Mobilize requisite resources and prudently manage and apply them to enable Shelter-Afrique fulfil its mandate.
Lead the execution of the growth strategy, with an emphasis on originating, developing, and managing a portfolio of transactions consistent with the development impact and financial sustainability objectives of the organization.
Establish a highly collaborative relationship management with all key policy makers, and stakeholders

Corporate Governance

Promote the highest standards/culture of integrity, ethics, diversity and inclusion and corporate social responsibility.
Ensure strict compliance with all policies, systems, and procedures to guide performance and ensure sound fiscal management of Shelter-Afrique.
Attend all appropriate meetings of the Board and ensure decisions of the Board are effectively implemented.
Facilitate the Board to articulate its own role and accountabilities and that of its committees and individual members.
Work with the Board Chairman to enable the Board to fulfill its governance functions and facilitate the optimum performance by the Board and appropriate committees.
Work with the Board Directors and Committee Chairpersons to get the best thinking and involvement of each Board Director and to stimulate each Board Director to give his or her best.
Recommend resourceful professionals (co-opted) to participate in the appropriate committees to supplement the skills set of the Board.
Demonstrate good corporate governance, provide leadership, manage the executive management team, and provide continued guidance to staff based on the core principles of ethics and hard work.

Human Resources

Specify accountabilities for executive management and evaluate team’s individual performance regularly.
Create a performance driven work environment that recruits, retains, and supports quality staff in line with the organization’s values.
Develop best in class teams by nurturing mutual trust, respect, and cooperation amongst staff.
Possess an elevated level of self-awareness, excelling at navigating a complex suite of key stakeholders.
Demonstrate ability to lead and motivate diverse and multicultural teams in a challenging environment.
Ensure the development of a healthy culture within Shelter Afrique and unite staff around values and objectives

Compliance

Direct the creation of policies and procedures necessary for the operation of the organization and implement policies and procedures as approved by the Board of Directors.
Ensure full compliance with organizational statutes and host agreements in Member States where Shelter Africa has domesticated legal instruments of incorporation.
Oversee and ensure strict compliance to established policies and procedures and implement a strong ethical environment within the organization.
Guide direction of legal reform, review relevant statutes that may impact on mortgage financing and financial sector at large.

Communication and Public Relations

Serve as chief spokesperson for Shelter Afrique, assuring proper representation of the organization to all relevant stakeholders.
Communicate with external parties by representing the organsation to customers, Government, the public and other external stakeholders, including investors.
Act as an advocate, within the public and private sectors, for issues relevant to Shelter Afrique, its mandate, services, and stakeholders.
Develop a network of business relationships with partners and enhance the Company’s mandate across the member states.
Ensure regular communication with the Chairman of the Board of Directors.

Risk Management

Monitor the organization’s Risk and Governance systems to ensure that assets are managed in a manner that fully complies, in both spirit and letter, with the applicable rules, regulations and policies set by the Board.
Recommend appropriate requirements and procedures governing the code of conduct of the organization in accordance with the ethical rules laid down by the Board and ensuring such rules are observed
Facilitate the Board of Directors in establishing and quantifying the Board’s “risk appetite” i.e., the level of risk they are prepared to accept.
Implement the overall risk management systems of the organization across all types of risks, including credit, operational, reputational and compliance risks.
Support the independency of the Internal Audit function and address recommendations made in a timely manner.

Minimum Qualifications, Skills, and Competencies

The Chief Executive Officer shall be a person with an impeachable clean leadership record, of integrity and of the highest competence with internationally recognized qualifications and extensive practical experience in matters pertaining to the activities, management, and administration of the Company.
An advanced degree in Management, Economics, Finance, Law, Business Administration, Public Administration, Engineering, Built Environment or equivalent.
A minimum of Fifteen (15) years’ relevant professional experience at a senior management/executive level in the design and execution of projects, programs and policies within an affordable housing bank, an international housing finance programme, or other related development finance institution.
Rigorous and high Ethical standard individual, with strong analytical skills and sound business judgment.
Professional, results-oriented approach with an aptitude for developing practical solutions and balancing long- and short-term trade-offs.
Demonstrated capacity in leading senior management teams including cross-functional teams and ability to work effectively across institutional boundaries.
Ability to deal with sensitive issues in a multi-cultural environment and to build effective working relations with colleagues.
Advanced interpersonal skills, capacity to build strategic partnerships and manage diplomatic relations.
Ability to manage heavy workloads as well as multiple, simultaneous and shifting demands, priorities and deadlines.
Strong communicator (oral and written), with proven report writing skills.
Ability to speak and write effectively in English and/or French, with a very good working knowledge of the other language is a prerequisite to this role.
High proficiency in Microsoft standard softwares (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint).

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Applicants are invited to send a letter of motivation illustrating their suitability in relation to the qualifications listed and their detailed curriculum vitae, as well as the names and addresses of their referees, to the following address: MD_shaf@africsearch.comApplicants must indicate the reference in the subject line of their email.The deadline for submission is 17th June 2022.Only shortlisted candidates who meet the above requirements will be contacted.

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October 29, 2024
Request for Proposal for Provision of Co-Sourced Internal Audit Services

Objectives of the assignment
The objective of this bid is to appoint a suitable, independent service provider that can provide an appropriate co-sourced internal audit service to Shelter Afrique. Specifically, the consultant should support the Internal Audit team through provision of internal audit services as per the Institute of Internal Auditors Standards on internal auditing and the annual approved internal audit plan to:

In conjunction with the Head of Internal Audit, develop and implement the annual internal audit plan approved by the ARF committee of the board.
Perform some of the risk based internal audits as per the agreed plan as directed by the A RF
Provide technical assistance and capacity building

Scope of work

The consultant will be required to provide independent consulting and assurance services covering all areas of Shelter Afrique’s operations as per the Internal Audit Charter. The consultant will support the oversight role of the Audit, Risk and Finance Committee (ARF) by undertaking the following tasks:
Review the current risk based internal audit plan to identify current and future high-risk areas and formulate an annual audit plan in conjunction with the internal audit team.
Discuss coverage with the Head of internal audit, management and the Audit, Risk and Finance Committee (ARF) of the board.
Perform risk based internal audit control and compliance reviews in terms of the proposed internal audit plan as directed by the ARF Perform these audits in compliance with the Institute of Internal Auditors Standards on Internal auditing.
Plan and perform ICT audits.
Undertake performance audits especially of the organization’s core
business areas.
Ensure that line Management is fully aware of the audit findings,
implications on Shelter Afrique’s operations and subsequent
recommendation.
Provide a final report on the outcome and findings of audits with
recommendations and agreed management corrective action for
Internal Audit follow up.
Provide risk mitigation and control advice to management
regarding the management of these risks with a summarized report to the management and ARF. In addition to also oversee implementation of the agreed corrective action.
Provide summary reports and present such to the ARF on key findings.
Attend ARF meetings and provide feedback on audits completed,
the management of risks including a regular overview of the control environment. Working closely with the head of internal audit, the external auditors and other assurance providers to ensure there is synergy of approach to avoid duplication of effort and ensure enhancement of combined assurance.
Perform any special internal audit projects as directed by either the Head of internal audit or ARF.
Provide technical assistance to the internal audit team where the internal team have no such technical skills required to carry out an assignment e.g., review of financial/risk (IFRS/Tax matters) models.
Ensure there is capacity building within the internal audit team through knowledge transfer.

Minimum qualifications and competencies: In addition, the Consultant shall demonstrate:

Ability to identify, evaluate and facilitate the minimization of Shelter
Afrique’s exposure to risks associated with inadequate and ineffective internal controls
Ability to carry out specialized audits such as investigations and information system audits
Co-sourced internal auditing experience by providing a list of reference
internal audit appointments within the region where Shelter Afrique is mandated to operate.
Staff should be members of the Institute of Internal Auditors or Institute of
Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) or equivalent. The team leader should have at least 10 Years’ experience in provision of internal audit services and should be a member of the IIA and/or ICPAK or equivalent.

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October 29, 2024
Asset Liability Management & Market Risk Officer

Overall purpose
The purpose of the role is to support the Enterprise Risk Management Function in safeguarding and improving the company risk bearing capacity and the efficient use of this capacity through identifying and formulating risk mitigating measures related to the Company’s Asset and Liability Management (ALM) challenges and opportunities. The person appointed will directly be reporting to the Head of Enterprise Risk Management.
Duties and Responsibilities
Key responsibilities will include:

Monitor adherence to the company’s policies and procedures on treasury operations and asset & liability management.
Develop and/ or maintain appropriate benchmarks for all financial risks arising in Treasury operations, through implementation of established stop loss, hedging, and mark to market disciplines.
Analyze currency mismatch positions, and duration mismatch between Assets and Liabilities, and estimate impact of currency and interest rate movement on the company balance sheet.
Analyze maturity structure of the Company’s existing Assets and Liabilities in order to evaluate and manage the risk exposures.
Prepare the monthly liquidity and market risk reports to ALCO.
Ensure appropriate identification, measurement, monitoring and reporting of liquidity, market, and credit counterparty credit risks.
Assist with the development of the company’s funding plan, including modelling alternative funding strategies.
Review and re-calibrate, on a monthly basis, all behavioral liquidity assumptions and submit updated assumptions to ALCO for review and approval.
Review and update all assumptions pertaining to liquidity stress testing and associated contingency plans on at least a quarterly basis.
Develop and maintain ALM and risk analytical models in Excel and provide thorough documentations on models and the related processes.
Leverage financial engineering, capital markets, and product knowledge to assist in the development of innovative ALM strategies.
Assist in the development of risk limits, liquidity tolerance, and the relevant monitoring and reporting processes.
Develop and/or use mathematical models to aid in the analysis of interest rate risk and funds transfer methodologies.
Prepare and analyse forecasts and calculations used to set strategic direction in the areas of earnings, liquidity, and capital. Reconcile actual and forecast results.
You will be a member of the ALCO, where you will be expected to provide high quality ALM management information.
Monitor and report on the transaction compliance, market and counterparty credit risk exposures related to the Company’s Treasury activities and review the quality and accuracy of monthly reports produced by Treasury team.
Analyse complex or recurrent issues on fair valuations and Profits and Losses (P&L) calculations on Treasury Portfolios, including Investment, Borrowing and Derivatives transactions of the Company.
Participate in the review of ISDA/CSA agreements to ensure an adequate legal framework for treasury operations.
Contribute to the confirmation of offering memorandums, pricing supplements and swap agreements for Treasury activities.
Immerse in global capital markets to forecast emerging risks, analyze financial statistical data quantitatively and qualitatively, conduct statistical analysis with data and present findings.
Lead and manage projects related with the Company’s VaR engine and assist in the market risk quantification under the ICAAP process.
Participate in the market risk capital requirements calculation process under current regulatory frameworks; and Comply with SLA for delivery of risk reports

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Undergraduate degree or its equivalent in Mathematics, Finance, Companying, Economics, Business Administration (with a major in Finance) or similar quantitative disciplines.
Have a minimum of five (5) years of relevant professional experience in International Financial Institutions or Investment Company’s, with a large scope of treasury or fixed income activities. Working experience in Fixed Income and Derivatives front-office, middle-office or risk management departments will be an advantage.
Professional certification in Risk and/or Finance such as Financial Risk Manager (FRM), Professional Risk Manager (PRM), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) or Certificate in Quantitative Finance (CQF) will be an advantage.
Knowledge and experience on ALM and/or Capital/ Risk Management preferred.
Ability to develop quantitative measurement tools and analyze large amount of data.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience of financial and/or risk reporting.
Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a multicultural team.
ProficientinuseofstandardMSOfficesoftware,especiallyExcel.
Knowledge and experience in regulatory companying risk management guidelines and modern financial risk management practices and ability to initiate and implement tactical changes to support business performance.
Fluency in oral and written of either of English and French languages and working
knowledge of the other will suffice.

Applicants are invited to send a letter of motivation illustrating their suitability in relation to the qualifications listed and their detailed curriculum vitae, as well as the names and addresses of their referees, to the following address: hr@shelterafrique.orgApplicants must indicate the position for which they have applied in the subject line of their email.The deadline for submission is 7TH May 2022.Only shortlisted candidates who meet the above requirements will be contacted

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October 29, 2024
Procurement Manager

Overall purpose
The Procurement Manager will be responsible and accountable for the delivery of all procurement and disposal related activities in accordance with the organization’s procurement and disposal policies and procedures. Leads operational assessments, including supply chain management and purchasing. Serve as the procurement specialist and will be responsible for developing and standardizing operations processes and systems in accordance with guidance and directives.
Duties and Responsibilities
Key responsibilities will include:
Responsibilities

Provide procurement support, advice, guidance, and oversight
Proactively coordinate the tendering process for both goods and services, ensuring that the process follows best practice and SHAF’ tender policies.
Support in the bid’s Evaluations/ analysis for all purchases(goods/services)
Carry out price surveys and maintain price list for routinely purchased items from preferred vendors and ensure prices charged by the suppliers are the market prices.
Ensure SHAF supply chain procedures are adhered to while purchasing goods/ services required by SHAF.
Coordinate the procurement of the purchased goods/services
Ensuring all specifications in the purchase requisitions are captured in the requests for quotations and subsequently in the purchase order and that the delivered goods conform to the requester’s specifications.
Work with the procurement committee as per SHAF Procurement & Disposal Policy to source for suppliers who are not in the prequalification list.
Coordinate with the Procurement & Disposal team on procurement planning and budgeting ensuring all the unit needs are captured and taken care of
Ensure the turnaround time for purchase requisitions is as per the shared Procurement & Disposal policy and in conformity with customer needs.
Maintain up to date records for all procured goods and services, including approved budgets and supporting documentation: purchase requisitions, quotations, bid evaluations, purchase orders, and related documents.
Assist in communicating changes in the Procurement & Disposal policies to both Internal and external customers and responding to audit queries on time.
Submitting VAT Exemption applications to Ministry of Foreign Affairs and KRA.
Liaise with the SHAF legal team to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and policies in the preparation of Service Contracts and Service Level Agreement (SLAs) and service contracts.
Assist in the drafting framework agreements and other related agreements for preferred suppliers.
Participate in preparing prequalification documents and appraising prequalified suppliers.
Carry out supplier evaluations periodically.
Coordinate vendor performance management review using the approved institutional tools and participate in decision making based on the evaluation.

Qualifications

Masters’ degree in Science in Purchasing& Supply Chain Management from a recognized University or an equivalent qualification.
9 years working experience in a busy procurement environment and at least 4 years in a DFI would be desirable.
Professional qualifications in Purchasing and Supply Chain Management, preferably from CIPS
Computer proficiency (Email, Internet, Word, Excel, Access or other data-base management, knowledge of automated Supply Chain Software’s would be an added advantage.)
Membership with recognized professional bodies like CIPS and KISM
Language proficiency (English and/or French) native and proficiency in the other.
Solid understanding of the concepts, principles, and practices governing international procurement, with the ability to translate concepts into operational work, strategic sourcing, contract management, etc.
Excellent interpersonal skills, flexibility, and ability to work in teams in a multi-cultural environment.
Ability to deal sensitively and diplomatically with internal/external contacts at all levels; work independently, prioritizing work, taking initiative, and solving problems; adapt to changing business needs by continuous learning/training.
Recognized ability to exercise good judgment and in handling confidential and sensitive information.
Demonstrate ability to function under time pressure and handle multiple tasks in a fast- paced environment of changing priorities, with initiative and resourcefulness

Applicants are invited to send a letter of motivation illustrating their suitability in relation to the qualifications listed and their detailed curriculum vitae, as well as the names and addresses of their referees, to the following address: hr@shelterafrique.orgApplicants must indicate the position for which they have applied in the subject line of their email.The deadline for submission is 7TH May 2022.Only shortlisted candidates who meet the above requirements will be contacted.

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October 29, 2024
Manager, Internal Audit

Job Description
The Manager ,Internal Audit is responsible for the independent and objective assurance and consulting activity that is guided by a philosophy of adding value to improve the effectiveness of SHAF’s internal controls, Risk management and governance by bringing a systematic and disciplined approach to ensure the organization is protected from internal and external risks and exposure and has the capability to performance its functions in an effective and efficient manner.
Duties and Responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities are as follows:

Plan and implement financial, operational, management and compliance audits to ensure internal control frameworks are in place and operating efficiently.
Prepare the audit methodology and design audit tests and procedures to evaluate internal controls, operations and business risk identified with focus on the information system.
Prepare reports on audit findings for discussion and clarification with the relevant senior management team.
Provide recommendations during monthly audit meetings towards improving the internal controls, business processes and the quality–of–service delivery.
Review specific projects relating to the organizations business processes, systems, controls and or operations as approved by the Managing Director, the Audit risk and Finance committee or the Board as stipulated in the annual audit plan.
Conduct preliminary risk assessment to evaluate the organization’s activities, functions, operations, information systems and internal control frameworks.
Review SHAF’s operations at appropriate intervals to ensure that the instructions, policies and procedures set out by the management and the board to ensure proper internal controls are adequate, effective and complied with.
Coordinate and facilitate external audit activities.
Conduct special audits and investigations as and when required.
Provide ongoing technical advice, support and quality assurance to the Board, Senior management team and organization.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Master’s degree in Accounting, Commerce Finance, Economics, or other business–related subjects
Relevant processional qualifications including CPA(K), ACCA, CIA and or CISA.
Membership to a relevant professional body such as the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) and the Institute of Internal Audit (IIA).
Proficient working knowledge in Microsoft office, Oracle Systems and Audit Software such as AUDIT Command Language (ACL) IDEA Data analysis software
Minimum of 10 years related work experience in auditing or finance.
Knowledge of Internal Audit Standards, Code of Ethics and other best Practice Auditing and Accounting standards.
Fluency in both oral and written English and French.

Applicants are invited to send a letter of motivation illustrating their suitability in relation to the qualifications listed and their detailed curriculum vitae, as well as the names and addresses of their referees, to the following address: hr@shelterafrique.org. Applicants must indicate the position for which they have applied in the subject line of their email.

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October 28, 2024
Head of Human Resources and Administration Company Secretary

Overall Purpose
To lead the strategic planning, development and implementation of human resources and administration policies, strategies, systems and processes; coordinate the procurement and maintenance of corporate assets and delivery of quality human resources and administrative services.
Specific duties

Partner with and provide advice to senior management on strategies and initiatives for effective human resources management, applicable policies and procedures.
Develop and monitor implementation of effective human resources and administrative policies and procedures.
Regularly review the SHAF’s organizational structure, develop and implement organizational development initiatives to align with strategy and business needs.
Plan, organize and implement programs and systems for human resources planning, recruitment, placement, performance evaluation, learning and development, compensation and benefits, and social welfare of employees.
Develop and sustain and organisation culture that promotes high performance, cohesion and staff engagement.
Coordinate and facilitate successful implementation of organizational change initiatives.
Develop and implement strategies and programs for development and re-development of Shelter Afrique’s properties.
Coordinate and supervise administrative services including outsourced management of properties, security, insurance, office premises, facilities and equipment.
Manage the protocol relations with Ministries of Foreign Affairs in host countries to ensure Shelter Afrique maintains diplomatic benefits and privileges provided in Host Country Agreements.
Develop work plans and budgets for the department.

Minimum Qualifications, Skills and Competencies

A minimum of Master’s degree in human resource management, Strategic Management, Business Administration, Organisational Development or related discipline;
A Postgraduate or Higher Diploma in Human Resource Management.
Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in the HR management preferably with international or regional organisations. Five (5) years should have been at a level of management level.
Solid knowledge of contemporary human resources policies and practices including governance and board process.
Full member of a reputable professional Human Resources Management, Administration or equivalent Institute.
Should be fully bilingual in English and French languages.
Must have demonstrated ability to handle departmental budgets, resources, processes, projects and relationships.
Must demonstrate ability to handle multiple and conflicting priorities, and work under strict deadlines.
Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
Must be capable of functioning effectively both as a team player and a team leader.
Should have problem solving, conflict resolution and decision-making abilities.
Should be an effective communicator with the ability to handle both internal and external communication.
Should demonstrate ability to identify and respond to risk areas within the department.
Must have knowledge in use of MS office packages and Oracle ERP for Human Capital Management and Procurement.

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Applicants are invited to send a cover letter illustrating their suitability against the listed qualifications and detailed curriculum vitae as well as names and addresses of three referees to hr@shelterafrique.orgApplicants should indicate the position applied for as the subject line of their email submissions. The deadline for submission is cob 24th July 2021. Only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted.

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October 28, 2024
Company Secretary

Overall purpose
To serve as Secretary to the Board and Annual General Meetings of the Company.
Key functions and responsibilities

Provide Secretarial services to the Board of Directors, Board Committees and Annual General Meetings (AGM)
Record and keep records of all the proceedings, decisions, and recommendations of the Board of Directors and AGM
Report on implementation of decisions and resolutions made by the AGM and the Board including the Board Committees
Provide safe custody and ensure authorized use of the Company seal
Coordinate relations with Directors, Shareholders, and Governments of member countries as well as with authorities of the Host Country
Coordination, preparation and final distribution of documents relating to AGM and Board Meetings as well as Annual Symposia
General planning, organizing and holding of AGMs, Board Meetings and Annual Symposia
Registration of and custody of all originals of Agreements, Conventions and Contracts signed with States and Organizations, including Host Country and ensuring observations of obligations and rights stipulated therein.
Lead negotiation, drafting, review, execution and interpretation of Statutes, Agreements as well as Contracts governing the operations of SHAF
Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time

Key result areas
The jobholder’s accountability areas are outlined as follows:

Provide efficient support services to the Board and AGM
Prudent financial management both budget planning and implementation
Provide effective Leadership to subordinates, other staff members and Board coordination
Enforcement of relevant guidelines, rules and regulations
Ensure customer satisfaction for the consumers of the services offered by the department

Required knowledge and skills
The jobholder must possess:

Master’s Degree in Commercial (LLM), Business Administration (MBA), Economics or a related field.
Professional qualifications such as ICSA, CPS or equivalent and Post Graduate Diploma in Law.
Advocate of the High Court with current practicing certificate is an added advantage.
Minimum of 10 years’ experience in providing Legal and Company Secretarial services.
Proficiency in both in English and French is preferred.
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication and management skills
Must have knowledge in use of MS office packages.

Applicants are invited to send a letter of motivation illustrating their suitability in relation to the qualifications listed and their detailed curriculum vitae, as well as the names and addresses of their referees, to the following address : hr@shelterafrique.orgApplicants must indicate the position for which they have applied in the subject line of their email.The deadline for submission is 24th January 2021.Only shortlisted candidates who meet the above requirements will be contacted.

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hr@shelterafrique.org

October 28, 2024
Company Secretary

Overall purpose

To serve as Secretary to the Board and Annual General Meetings of the Company.

Key functions and responsibilities

Provide Secretarial services to the Board of Directors, Board Committees and Annual General Meetings (AGM)
Record and keep records of all the proceedings, decisions, and recommendations of the Board of Directors and AGM
Report on implementation of decisions and resolutions made by the AGM and the Board including the Board Committees
Provide safe custody and ensure authorized use of the Company seal
Coordinate relations with Directors, Shareholders, and Governments of member countries as well as with authorities of the Host Country
Coordination, preparation and final distribution of documents relating to AGM and Board Meetings as well as Annual Symposia
General planning, organizing and holding of AGMs, Board Meetings and Annual Symposia
Registration of and custody of all originals of Agreements, Conventions and Contracts signed with States and Organizations, including Host Country and ensuring observations of obligations and rights stipulated therein.
Lead negotiation, drafting, review, execution and interpretation of Statutes, Agreements as well as Contracts governing the operations of SHAF
Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time

Key result areas

The jobholder’s accountability areas are outlined as follows:

Provide efficient support services to the Board and AGM
Prudent financial management both budget planning and implementation
Provide effective Leadership to subordinates, other staff members and Board coordination
Enforcement of relevant guidelines, rules and regulations
Ensure customer satisfaction for the consumers of the services offered by the department

Required knowledge and skills

The jobholder must possess:

Master’s Degree in Commercial (LLM), Business Administration (MBA), Economics or a related field.
Professional qualifications such as ICSA, CPS or equivalent and Post Graduate Diploma in Law.
Advocate of the High Court with current practicing certificate is an added advantage.
Minimum of 10 years’ experience in providing Legal and Company Secretarial services.
Proficiency in both in English and French is preferred.
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication and management skills
Must have knowledge in use of MS office packages.

Applicants are invited to send a letter of motivation illustrating their suitability in relation to the qualifications listed and their detailed curriculum vitae, as well as the names and addresses of their referees, to the following address : hr@shelterafrique.orgApplicants must indicate the position for which they have applied in the subject line of their email.The deadline for submission is 24th January 2021.Only shortlisted candidates who meet the above requirements will be contacted.

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hr@shelterafrique.org

October 28, 2024
Human Resources and Administration Officer

Overall Purpose
Reporting to the Head of Human Resources and Administration, the Human Resources and Administration Officer will provide efficient and effective human resources and administrative services for Shelter Afrique Head Office and Regional Offices.
This will include effective interpretation and implementation of the Human Resources, Administrative, and Procurement Policies and Procedures.
Specific Duties
Human Resources Management
Provide policy guidance and services across the human resources value chain including recruitment and selection, induction and on-boarding, compensation and benefits, payroll and statutory returns, learning and development, performance management, employee relations and welfare, management of the human resources information system, discipline and grievance procedures, and internship program.
Administration
Specific Administrative duties include management of: procurement, property and facilities, insurance, security, transport and travel, outsourced and shared services, administrative budgets and costs, health, safety and security programs, and protocol relations with government ministries and agencies.
Minimum Qualifications, Skills and Competences

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration or related field, plus a Postgraduate Diploma or certification in Human Resources Management.
Minimum Five (5) years progressive working experience in a Human Resources and/or Administration function.
Should be proficient in application of Oracle Human Capital, Oracle Procurement or equivalent Enterprise Resource Planning Programs
Training in procurement will be an added advantage.
Should be well conversant with labour laws and employee relations practices.
Fluency in both English and French languages will be an added advantage.

October 26, 2024
Manager Policy, Research and Partnerships Head of New Business Services Chief Operations Officer

Job Description

Overall Purpose
The position is responsible for managing the policy, research, partner relationships, resource obilization and communication aspects of the organization. The main role is to develop Shelter Afrique a repository of information on affordable housing solutions that will facilitate the development of affordable housing policies and capacity in the member countries. This position will be responsible for quantifying the impact that SHAF’s activities have in terms of numbers of units, impact on employment levels and other factors as laid out by key DFIs like IFC. The function will also be responsible for ensuring that all investments, loans and other activities of SHAF do not violate investor requirements (like the IFC standards). In addition, the position holder will develop partnerships with likeminded organizations and promote the reputation of Shelter Afrique a provider of impactful affordable housing solutions in Africa.
Key responsibilities will include;

Carry out research and develop a repository of information on affordable housing policies, solutions and technologies by partnering with likeminded organizations and developing internal capacity
Identify and establish appropriate partnerships for joint programs on affordable housing.;
Develop and implement capacity building programs for member countries;
Develop and implement a monitoring and evaluation framework for measuring impact of Shelter Afrique investments;
Carry out impact assessments and disseminate lessons on Shelter Afrique interventions;
Develop and Implement a Resource Mobilization strategy aimed at enhancing
SHAF’s resource base to enable it further its affordable housing agenda;
Responsible for building SHAF’s strategy for public relations and corporate communications, working collaboratively with various departments and members of the executive team;
Develop a robust platform directly and through collaboration of information for member countries to aid them in policy decisions, and project execution
Develop initiatives and training that promote and improve the effectiveness of member country housing personnel and decision making.
Measure and communicate the effectiveness of SHAF to member countries
Ensure that initiatives meet the expected goals as well as do not transgress investor standards
In conjunction with business unit heads develops funding proposals;
Mobilize equity from both existing shareholders and new investors;
Responsible for leading and developing relationship building and visibility with SHAF’s key institutional donors and for diversifying and increasing funding;
Attends multilateral forums to network and builds appropriate relationships.
Responsible for development and implementation of strategies to enhance SHAF’s reputation and build its brand as a provider of impactful affordable housing solutions in Africa.

Minimum Qualifications, Skills and Competencies

Master’s degree in Business Administration, Public Policy, Marketing, Communications, Public Administration, Development Finance or other related fields;
A Bachelor’s Degree in Urban Planning and Development, Monitoring and Evaluation, Public Policy Management or other related fields;
A minimum of ten (10) years’ experience working in working in policy, research, monitoring and impact investment measurement in real estate finance;
A post graduate qualification in Public Relations and Communication,
Monitoring and Evaluation or Resource mobilization will be an added advantage
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
Proven experience in policy related research, generation and dissemination of knowledge especially in affordable housing, strategic communication as well as monitoring and evaluation in a similar institution;
Proven experience and skills in resource mobilization;

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October 26, 2024