Jobs Kenya

Company Address: Address Strathmore University Madaraka Estate Ole Sangale Road PO Box 59857 00200 City Square Nairobi Kenya

  • Development Associate

    Development Associate

    Basic job summary:
    To be responsible for planning and implementation of a comprehensive fundraising program that provides significant income towards the University’s fundraising needs through Strathmore University Foundation. The Position holder shall also be responsible for identifying, cultivating and soliciting individual and corporate gifts of small and medium size donations for the different projects and/or priority areas by means of a highly personal and intensive relationship outreach.
    Duties & Responsibilities:
    Individual Giving

    To identify, cultivate and solicit individual gifts of significant size often for a specific purpose by means of a highly personal and intensive relationship outreach. Greater focus shall be on Unclaimed Financial Assets, Shares for charity and other creative projects like boga points.
    Manage the entire process of individual giving, including contact research and capacity determination, prospect cultivation, donation project conceptualization, periodic outreach, donation achievement, and donor relationship management.

    Institutional Giving
    With the assistance of a Development Manager, engage with the entire process of institutional small and mid-level giving by researching, identifying, cultivating, and completing philanthropic possibilities with companies, foundations, individuals and other philanthropic institutions.
    Some of the tasks include:

    Identify, research, and target potential corporate, foundation and individual donors.
    Investigate and determine suitability of specific donor program opportunities.
    Support the development team with research, data management and other information of potential donors.
    Prepare, edit, and submit funding proposals to institutions.
    Manage administration of institutional funding and compliance with required reporting.
    Establish and maintain the donor and giving database.

    Planning & Coordination

    Assist the Executive Director in the formulation of Strathmore University Foundation fundraising strategy in line with the Strathmore University goals.
    Translate University advancement goals and strategies into actionable and measurable tasks and schedules.
    Participate actively in the various aspects of all fundraising and engagement events of the university.

    External Relations

    Promote SUF and enhance the bands affection felt for it by all the stakeholders of the foundation.

    Volunteer Fundraisers

    Champion in fundraising activities amongst Senior Members of the University to ensure that all prospects and donors are taken care of.
    Any other duty as may be assigned from time to time as long as it is within the scope of the job and is aligned to the mission and vision of the University.

    Minimum Academic Qualifications:

    Educated to degree level or equivalent.
    Finance and accounting qualifications. Marketing or sales qualification, public relations or Fundraising qualification/certification

    Experience:

    At least two years’ relevant experience, ideally in shares brokerage, shares trading, unclaimed financial assets, fundraising environment; or, exceptionally, in a sales or marketing environment.

    Competencies and Attributes

    Impeccable integrity
    Personable
    Persuasive
    Adept at long term relationship building, mentoring, individualized teaching
    Intuitive
    Research and process skills
    Excellent writing and presenting skills
    Understanding of motivations for giving.
    Ability to manage several tasks at once, working under pressure
    Creative and logical approach to strategic planning
    Willingness and ability to work in the evening and at weekends when necessary.
    Extensive work outside office and frequent travel

    Are you qualified for this position and interested in working with us? We would like to hear from you. Kindly send us a copy of your updated resume and letter of application (ONLY) quoting Development Associate on the subject line to recruitment@strathmore.edu by 3rd February 2023.

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    recruitment@strathmore.edu

  • Junior Research Fellow-IT Research Assistant –Gender Studies Junior Research Fellow-AI Research Assistant-IT

    Junior Research Fellow-IT Research Assistant –Gender Studies Junior Research Fellow-AI Research Assistant-IT

    Basic job summary
    The holder of this position will be responsible planning, coordinating, and implementing CIPIT’S research projects related to Information Technology in accordance with the University strategy, policy and procedures, and the funder requirements.
    Duties & Responsibilities:

    Undertake research activities and investigations in collaboration with and under the supervision of the Research Manager and the Director in order to realize the objectives of the research projects.
    Work as Principal Investigator or Co-Investigator on Research Projects, specifically those related to Data Governance, being mutually supportive and covering duties as necessary during colleagues’ absences and at times of additional pressure, as directed.
    Responsible for studying the existing policies and procedures in the countries of study that ensure data is used and governed properly.
    Convene, facilitate, and support project meetings, both internally at Strathmore and externally with stakeholders
    Develop high quality reports, academic papers and journal articles of publishable standard based on the analysis of data and literature with a clear and engaging writing style.
    Serve as the project coordinator for some of the projects by convening meetings with partners, collating reports and submitting reports to the donor(s).
    Make presentations at national or international conferences or exhibit work in other appropriate events of a similar standing and identify ways to disseminate research outputs informally via various forms of public engagement.

    Minimum Academic Qualifications:

    Minimum of a Master’s Degree in Law, or a relevant Social Science.
    Proven academic track record and a strong publication record

    Experience:

    Relevant experience in research in law/policy for ICT, and 2 years relevant working experience or more is preferred.
    Experience in establishing and executing data governance or data engagement programs
    Demonstrated knowledge and skills in enterprise data management, data governance, and data quality principles and methodologies.

    Competencies and Attributes

    Strong experience in stakeholder engagement and people and relationships management is required.
    Experience in cross collaborating with multiple teams – change management and communications planning and execution expertise is a plus
    Demonstrate evidence of ability to understand and manage the research process

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    Are you qualified for this position and interested in working with us? We would like to hear from you. Kindly send us a copy of your updated resume and letter of application (ONLY) quoting on the subject line to recruitment@strathmore.edu by 31st January 2023.

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    recruitment@strathmore.edu

  • Resident Doctor

    Resident Doctor

    Basic job summary
    To be responsible for reviewing patients symptoms, test results and determine a diagnosis and appropriate treatment for patients.
    Duties & Responsibilities:

    Provide patient’s care by examining and discussing with patients in order to diagnose their health conditions, prescribing medicines and carrying out outpatient surgical procedures.
    Promote high quality treatment of the patients by carrying out particular procedures like specialist investigations, performing operations, ensuring that the pharmacy has the correct formulary and working in collaboration with other health care providers or professionals.
    Refer and admits patients needing investigations, special care and treatment.
    Prescribe medicines
    Make detailed notes as legal documentation of treatment beneficial to other health care providers or professionals.
    Liaise with other medical staff in the clinic to guarantee high-quality treatment.
    Uphold health and safety practices, especially concerning the handling and disposal of body fluids and sharp objects.
    Promote widespread health education.

    Minimum Academic Qualifications:

    Degree in medicine from a recognised institution
    Registered medical practitioner with the Kenya Medical Practitioners Board eligible for consultant status.

    Experience:
    At least 5 years working experience in a busy hospital.
    Competencies and Attributes

    Able to respond to demanding and complicated patient situations.
    Effective communication with other doctors as well as patients.
    Maintain concise, timely and accurate confidential records of patients.
    Able to prioritize patients according to their clinical needs.
    Good time management skills to balance the clinical and other duties.
    Able to work under pressure.
    Ability to solve difficult problems.
    Should be able to challenge decisions.
    Strong decision making and practical skills.

    Are you qualified for this position and interested in working with us? We would like to hear from you. Kindly send us a copy of your updated resume and letter of application (ONLY) quoting Resident Doctor on the subject line to recruitment@strathmore.edu by 3rd February 2023.

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    recruitment@strathmore.edu

  • Marketing Associate

    Marketing Associate

    Basic job summary:
    To be responsible for representing Strathmore Institute of Management and Technology by giving a clear picture of the University, acting as a link between the university and prospective clients, and preparing the interested applicants for the Strathmore University environment.
    Duties & Responsibilities:

    Spearhead and coordinate all marketing activities for Strathmore Institute of Management and Technology courses
    Research and analyze market trends with a focus on student admission trends in order to advise on promotional activities and inform decision making;
    Liaise with the university communication and public relations office and the university marketing office on matters to do with advertising Strathmore Institute of Management and Technology courses e.g. website, alumni, etc.
    Track realization of admission targets for all academic programs in collaboration with the Institutes; track statistics regarding student enrolment, geographical distribution of students, financial aid and attrition rate and ensure the University is not over-recruiting or under-recruiting students for all academic programs;
    Meet with potential applicants face-to-face and provide information on the range of courses, the admissions process and requirements, and give a tour of the University;
    Provide course details by responding to e-mails, telephone calls, correspondences, and one-on-one enquiries to ensure that queries of prospective students are attended to promptly;
    To develop and implement the marketing and communications strategy for the Institute. So as to ensure that the Institute communicates in a consistent, accurate, professional and prompt fashion with all its stakeholders: students, parents, participants, corporate, partners and the wider community.
    To develop and implement the Institute’s marketing strategy and quality improvement plan in line with the strategic goals and performance targets set. This will cover all aspects of marketing including market research, product development, students/participants’ enrollment and advertising/awareness.
    To build awareness of the Institute and promote good relationships with other institutions or networks which can be helpful in attracting quality students. This includes, developing and managing networking and engagement programs to enhance the Institute’s relationship with clients, prospective clients, partner institutions and the wider community.
    Liaise with the university communication and public relations office on the development of promotional materials and any other activities that interprets the Institute to prospective students and clients.
    Following strategy guidelines and in consultation with the university communication and public relations office, create clear brand messages which are promulgated across all marketing campaigns
    Contribute to the management of media relations and media coverage to strengthen the reputation of Strathmore Institute of Management and Technology in collaboration with the university communication and public relations office.
    Advise on event planning to improve audience experience and ensure the communication of key messages and appropriate brand values.
    Any other duties assigned to you by your Head of Department.

    Minimum Academic Qualifications:

    Bachelor’s Degree in any related field from a recognized institution 

    Experience:

    At least 2 years’ experience working in a University environment

    Competencies and Attributes

    Administrative Skills
    Interpersonal Skills
    High sense of Integrity
    Keen and accurate to verify data
    Good Communication Skills (Written and Oral)
    Good Listening Skills
    Exhibit high degree of confidentiality

    Are you qualified for this position and interested in working with us? We would like to hear from you. Kindly send us a copy of your updated resume and letter of application (ONLY) quoting “Marketing Associate”  on the subject line to recruitment@strathmore.edu by 30th January 2023.

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    recruitment@strathmore.edu

  • Maintenance Assistant – Electricals

    Maintenance Assistant – Electricals

    Basic job summary:
    To be responsible for providing a conducive learning and working environment by ensuring timely repair and maintenance of electrical related issues and new installations
     Duties & Responsibilities:

    Repair lights, clocks, electrical machines and equipment such as water dispensers, fans and air conditioners;
    Maintain supplies inventory by checking electrical material stock to determine inventory levels;
    Record all electrical breakdowns, causes, and corrective action to facilitate analysis and interpretation of breakdown trends;
    Coordinate and supervise all electrical jobs within the universities including the supervision of outsourced contractors;
    Install simple electrical equipment such as fans and keep track of equipment used;
    Meet electrical maintenance financial objectives by forecasting requirement, scheduling expenditures, analyzing variances, and initiating corrective actions;
    Achieve electrical maintenance operational objectives by contributing information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews;
    Provide assistance to other members of the maintenance team as required or directed.

    Qualifications:

    Certificate in Electrical and Electronics

    Experience:

    At least 2 years relevant work experience in a busy environment

    Personal Attributes

    Excellent Analytical and Problem Solving Skills
    Experience in carrying out routine fixes and maintenance
    Ability to do manual work over a long period of time
    Good Communication and Interpersonal Skills
    Ability to work under minimal supervision
    Good Planning and Organizational Skills
    High level of Integrity

    Are you qualified for this position and interested in working with us? We would like to hear from you. Kindly send us a copy of your updated resume and letter of application (ONLY) quoting “Maintenance Assistant – Electricals ” on the subject line to recruitment@strathmore.edu by 10th January 2023. Due to the large number of applications we may receive, kindly note that only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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    recruitment@strathmore.edu

  • Financial Aid Administrator Financial Aid Associate

    Financial Aid Administrator Financial Aid Associate

    Basic job summary:
    To coordinate the Work-study program and the Grad-Prep College Counselling services of the Financial Aid Office with guidance from the Head of Financial Aid Office
    Duties & Responsibilities:

    Scholars Placement & Work-Study-Support: Pro-actively assist scholars in distress with placement in the SU departments and externally on work-study and employment opportunities; including regular maintenance of SU FAO Scholars and Loanees CVs database; to ensure proper awards, rights allocations, support, evaluations, renewals and termination of FAO work-study and work-based learning contracts.
    Grad-Prep & College Counselling Support: Assist Head of FAO to facilitate college counselling activities for SU finalist students, alumni and staff for graduate scholarships leading to successful placement in Ivy league-level universities by reviewing motivation letters, providing recommendation letters, posting certified documents and approving reimbursements for application fees. GRE/GMAT/TOEFEL etc.;
    Scholars Wellness: Assist the Head of FAO and the Program Manager to coordinate scholar support services including psychosocial counselling, scholar feedback forums, financial aid communication dissemination, home visits for monitoring and evaluation of financial aid beneficiaries and providing additional bursaries to distressed continuing scholars.
    Steward of FAO Scholars’ Materials – Assist the FAO staff to steward, organize, disseminate, record and issue SU FAO materials including, scholar files, office supplies, equipment, offer letters, student passes, meal allowance barcodes, loan clearance and merit certificates, contest medals and trophies etc. for local and international scholarship, loans, work-study and grad-prep beneficiaries;
    Student Assistants’ Contracts Management – Coordinate Student Assistants’ interviews, recruitment, retention, evaluations, renewals and terminations in collaboration with the People and Culture department and the host departments;
    FAO Events & Activities: Assist the Head of FAO to organize various FAO events and activities including: interviews, forums, home visits, and meetings to ensure that the unit achieves the overall goals;
    Advisory, Counsel & Enquiries Management: Provide advice to FAO stakeholders on FAO and SU related concerns and enquiries to scholars, parents and school heads as well as other local and international FAO customers e.g. departmental customers (Schools, Faculties and HoDs; Coordinate responses to enquiries made to financialaid@strathmore.edu and applications made on the SU FAO application portal;
    Reporting: Assist Head of FAO in preparing draft reports for quarterly reporting purposes to FAO stakeholder i.e. donors, DVC-ASA and Scholarships Advisory Board; Regularly update the FAO webpage with scholarship adverts, news, information and infographics in coordination with SU Communications Department;
    Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Head of FAO.

    Minimum Academic Qualifications:

    Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Social Sciences, Business, HR or any related field from a recognized institution. A Master’s Degree in a relevant field is desirable but not a requirement.
    Relevant Professional qualification in Counselling, Marketing, HR

    Experience:

    1-2 years’ relevant administrative experience

    Competencies and Attributes:

    Unquestionable integrity and good work ethic
    Excellent negotiating skills and influencing capabilities
    Excellent Analytical Skills
    Attention to detail
    Excellent Communication and Interpersonal Skills
    Ability to withstand stressful situations
    Results driven and a Team Player
    Flexible and Pro-active
    Able to work with minimum supervision

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    Are you qualified for this position and interested in working with us? We would like to hear from you. Kindly send us a copy of your updated resume and letter of application (ONLY) quoting the position on the subject line to recruitment@strathmore.edu by 15th December 2022.

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    recruitment@strathmore.edu

  • Director – Strathmore Energy Research Centre

    Director – Strathmore Energy Research Centre

    Basic job summary:  
    This position will be responsible for developing and overseeing the implementation of the department’s strategy to ensure success in training, research, testing and consultancy programs within SERC. This position will also act as a link between SERC, partners, external parties and the management of the University.
    Duties & Responsibilities:

    Develop new initiatives to support the strategic direction of SERC by scanning the environment to identify new opportunities, developing innovative Programs that seek to address identified opportunities in accordance with SERCs’ strategic plan; create linkages and partner with likeminded institutions.
    Oversee development and implementation of long-term goals and objectives to guide the strategic direction of SERC.
    Lead financial sustainability of the center by overseeing financial forecasting at the project and organizational level, identifying and proactively pursuing grants and fundraising opportunities and overseeing the preparation of grant applications, concept notes and proposals to donors.
    Build a solid donor intelligence network/base representing the local, regional, and international donor communities, with a view to expanding SERCs’ renewable energy portfolio.
    Actively represent the organization’s program development interests at relevant meetings, events, and within resource mobilization fora or donor-specific peer networks, as they relate to SERCs’ work.
    Coordinate the development interface with project management and operations teams to assure customer satisfaction.
    Review project submittals for quality assurance, technical accuracy, and customer-oriented solutions.

    Minimum Academic Qualifications:

    A Master’s degree in Renewable Energy, Energy Management or in Energy and Environmental Management with an Electrical Engineering background or any other relevant field

    Experience:

    Passionate about renewable energy
    Experience and knowledge of the Renewable Energy sector and issues within the region.
    10 years of post-graduate work experience in the renewable energy field ideally in carrying out programme development and/or fundraising within the private sector and/or international development organizations.
    Demonstrated donor network in Kenya (required) and in the region (preferred).
    Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of research and grant project proposal cycles, contract terms and project implementation.
    Ability to work on short-term assignments with tight deadlines while managing multiple tasks and pipelines

    Competencies and Attributes

    Must have excellent interpersonal skills
    Must have people skills
    Demonstrate evidence of negotiation skills
    Excellent communication skills and public relations.
    Demonstrate evidence of ability to understand and manage the research process

    Are you qualified for this position and interested in working with us? We would like to hear from you. Kindly send us a copy of your updated resume and letter of application (ONLY) quoting “Director, SERC” on the subject line to recruitment@strathmore.edu by 27th May 2022.

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    recruitment@strathmore.edu

  • Office Administrator – Coaching Services Department

    Office Administrator – Coaching Services Department

    MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Manage and coordinate the coaching schedules: Oversee the coaching management system and maintain records on all coaching assignments and engagements including the specific terms of engagements, coaching sessions, and process documentation about
    Allocation of coaches to the various coaching programs
    Maintain clear and comprehensive records of departmental and client
    Liaise with the People and Culture office for contractual matters for the coaches. Follow up on the SBS fulfillment of contractual, obligations with the
    Liaise with relevant program managers and academic directors on coaching matters
    Monitor the coaching reports every month and submit the relevant report of the same to the director of
    Collect, monitor, and analyze feedback from participants and organizations on the SBS coaching and make recommendations on the
    Organize coaching debrief meetings and continuous learning sessions for
    Assist director of coaching to design and administer impact assessments on coaching clients
    Provide administrative services to the smooth running of coaching, coach training, and services
    Handling clients’ problems/queries in consultation with the Director
    Coordinating all correspondence to and from participants
    Assisting the Director, in monitoring the coaches’ performance of duties
    Any other duties that may be assigned to you

    JOB REQUIREMENTS
    The post holder will be required to have and demonstrate evidence of the following qualifications, attributes, and skills:

    Bachelor’s Degree in a business-related area
    At least 1 year experience in an administrative support role preferably with experience in student administration or equivalent experience working in a busy office in an administrative
    Proven time management and organizational skills, delivering work with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail with minimal
    Effective written and oral communication skills and the ability to positively discuss and negotiate with clients, members of the business community, and University staff in the provision of professional quality client
    Knowledge of Strathmore Ethos and Ethics
    With a high level of confidentiality and integrity

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  • Development Manager

    Development Manager

    Basic job summary:
    The primary responsibility will be to plan and implement a comprehensive fundraising program to raise significant incomes towards the University’s fundraising needs. The task of the Development Manager is to prospect, cultivate, solicit, and achieve individual, corporate and institutional gifts of significant size for the different university programs, projects and priority areas by personal and intensive relationship outreach.
    Duties & Responsibilities:
    Project Development

    Facilitate participatory project identification, prioritization, conceptualization and development into a fundable proposal, assist in formulation of fundraising strategies and put in place systems for measuring impact 

    Individual Giving

    The function is to prospect, cultivate, solicit, and achieve individual gifts of significant size through personal and intensive relationship outreach.
    The job holder will manage the entire process of individual giving, including prospect research, capacity determination, prospect cultivation, donation project conceptualization, proposal writing, periodic outreach, donation achievement, and donor relationship management.

    Institutional Giving

    The incumbent will manage the entire process of institutional giving by researching, identifying, cultivating, and completing philanthropic possibilities with companies, foundations, and other philanthropic institutions.

    Planning & Coordination

    The Manager will be responsible for planning and coordination of donor visits, communication among university units, and collaboration between faculty, donor round tables, networking
    meetings and capacity building initiatives. This will be done in close liaison with communications unit and other university offices.

    Corporate Development and External Relations

    Assist the Development Director in promoting the University and enhance the brand affection amongst students, parents, and friends. This will also include fundraising and soliciting for sponsorship of facilities and events.

    Assisting Volunteer Fundraisers

    To assist senior members of staff, Management Board and University Council member’s in fundraising activities to ensure that all prospects and donors are taken care of.

    Other tasks

    May temporarily perform other duties assigned by the Director of Development including decision making responsibilities as appropriate in his/her absence to maintain operations and services at a high level performance.

    Minimum Academic Qualifications:

    A relevant Bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution.
    Desirable: – Management qualification, Marketing or sales qualification, Public relations or Fundraising qualification/certification
    Master’s degree will be an added advantage.

    Required Experience:

    At least five years’ relevant experience, in a senior position ideally in an alumni relation, fundraising environment; or, exceptionally, in a sales or marketing environment.
    Experience in an institution of higher learning is an added advantage.

     Competencies and Attributes

    Intuitive, Research and process skills
    Excellent writing and presenting skills
    Understanding of motivations for giving.
    Willingness and ability to work in the evening and at weekends when necessary.
    Extensive work outside office and frequent travel.
    Strong organizational and planning skills.
    Project management skills.
    Strong leadership skills.
    High ethical standards and professionalism
    Ability to handle confidential information.
    Excellent communication skills – engage and influence multiple stakeholders to build strong working relationships, with ability to galvanize teams and get buy in across departments.
    Innovative – creative and comfortable challenging status quo, brings creativity to problem-solving through the use of innovative frameworks and technological solutions.

    Are you qualified for this position and interested in working with us? We would like to hear from you. Kindly send us a copy of your updated resume and letter of application (ONLY) quoting ‘‘Development Manager”  on the subject line to recruitment@strathmore.edu 

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    recruitment@strathmore.edu

  • Proposal Writing Assistant

    Proposal Writing Assistant

    Basic job summary:
    This is to grow the Business Development section of Strathmore Research and Consultancy Centre. They will be responsible for the preparation and development of persuasive proposals that in turn convert to consultancy projects.
    Duties & Responsibilities:

    Coordinate the preparation of bid materials (concepts, proposals and presentations).
    Identify potential business opportunities and coordinate the development of documentation, concepts and proposals around client
    Manage the consultants’ database system
    Any other duty allocated to you by your supervisor

    Qualifications:

    Degree in Business Administration/ Management/ Project Management/Marketing or as an alternative extensive experience in a Business Development role in a corporate

    Experience:

    At least 1 year experience in proposal writing.

    Personal Attributes

    An excellent marketer
    Great interpersonal and communication skills
    Great negotiation skills
    Great analytical skills
    Excellent organization skills
    Should be Reliable
    Positive attitude
    Able to work on own initiative
    Willing to learn

    Are you qualified for this position and interested in working with us? We would like to hear from you. Kindly send us a copy of your updated resume and letter of application (ONLY) quoting “Proposal Writing Assistant” on the subject line to recruitment@strathmore.edu by 4th May 2022. Due to the large number of applications we may receive, kindly note that only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

    Apply via :

    recruitment@strathmore.edu