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

Director, Executive Coaching and Mentoring

JOB PURPOSE:
This position will be responsible for providing the vision, leadership, and strategic direction the organization needs to support all learning in the Business School by translating knowledge to action while serving all stakeholders including students, staff, alumni, and external clients. The position will also drive and position Executive Coaching and Mentoring as the main differentiator for the Business School.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop a vision and strategic plan to guide the Executive Mentoring and Coaching agenda of the school and act as the professional advisor to the Management Committee on all aspects of the Executive Coaching and Mentoring activities. This will also involve conducting official correspondence relating to Executive Coaching and Mentoring on behalf of SBS and representing SBS at activities that enhance the organization’s profile and visibility.
Drive business and visibility by coordinating the design business development strategy, products and services, and marketing strategy for the department including revenue-generating sources, sales targets, and client engagement platforms for new business. This also involves positioning SBS as a coaching and mentoring provider of choice for alumni and external clients.
Oversee the efficient and effective day-to-day operations of the Executive Coaching and Mentoring department through the development of an operational and Management plan that incorporates goals and objectives that work towards the strategic direction of Executive Coaching and Mentoring, drafting policies, procedures, and protocols to manage the Executive Coaching and Mentoring programs and establishing definable and comparable metrics of a successful coaching program.
Liaise with international faculty to design and deliver relevant coaching programs while ensuring that the programs and services offered by the organization contribute to the organization’s mission and reflect the priorities of Strathmore Business School.
Oversee the implementation of the human resources policies, procedures, and practices including the development of job descriptions for Executive Coaches, Mentors, and administrators, recruit, interview, and select Executive Coaches and Mentors that have the right technical and personal abilities to help further the organization’s mission and ensure that they receive an orientation to the SBS coaching concept and that appropriate training is provided.
Implement a performance management system for the Executive Coaches, Mentors, and administrators which includes monitoring their performance on an ongoing basis and conducting an annual performance review.
Ensure the smooth running of operations in the department through the preparation and monitoring of the departmental budget and monitor the monthly cash flow.
Drive the research and development of Executive Coaching and Mentoring including the compiling of anecdotal evidence in both, writing cases related to organizational and personal agenda success stories, and presenting research papers in relevant promotional platforms.

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

A master’s degree in a relevant field
Recognised Coach and Mentor certifications by International regulatory bodies of coaching and mentoring
At least 5 years experience in a senior management position

If you are interested in the position and have the skills we are looking for, we would like to hear from you. Please forward an application letter together with a copy of your updated resume quoting ‘Director, Executive Coaching and Mentoring’ to the People and Culture Manager, Strathmore University Business School, at careerssbs@strathmore.edu by the end of the day (5.30 pm) Friday, 22nd December 2023.

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November 2, 2024
Senior Lecturer – Hospitality Management

Basic job summary:
This position is responsible for the provision of high-quality and relevant learning opportunities to undergraduate and graduate students with a strong focus on contributing to academic research.
Duties and Responsibilities:

Deliver high-quality learning experiences for undergraduate and graduate students through the preparation of teaching materials, the preparation of class methodology or activities, and the actual delivery of the curriculum in class.
Keep abreast of developments within the academic discipline or professional practice of the Subject area, and share this knowledge to shape curriculum content, design, and delivery.
Ensure that content, methods of delivery and learning materials meet the defined learning objectives and that they are regularly reviewed for opportunities for improvement.
Ensure timely student assessment through the preparation, moderation, administration and marking of examinations.
Guide students at undergraduate and graduate level in identifying research topics, concept development, proposal development and supervision.
Ensure that accurate student records, including registers, reports, student assessment and achievement are updated in the Academic Management System.
Identify sources of funding through grant writing to advance research portfolio at the school.
Engage in publishing papers as well as attending, participating, presenting papers in workshops, conferences and professional seminars.
Collaborate with other researchers internally, nationally and internationally, for purposes of establishing research linkages and contribute to attainment of the school’s research
objectives.
Responsible for administrative duties when called for including at not limited to leadership of academic programmes, membership of different committees, or being part of the management of the school.

Minimum Academic Qualifications

Must possess a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or equivalent Doctoral degree qualification from an accredited and recognized university.
They should have minimum five (5) years teaching experience both at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, three (3) of which must be at Lecturer level.
They must have supervised at least three (3) post-graduate students to completion since last promotion.
They should have a minimum of thirty-two (32) publications points since last promotion, of which at least twenty-four (24) should be from refereed scholarly journals.

Experience:

At least 5 years’ experience in active research with evidence of continuing research activity.
At least 3 years’ experience in graduate level supervision.

Competencies and Attributes

Organized
Research
Grant Writing
Publishing
Excellent communication skills
People skills
Dynamic and innovative
Team player
Good supervisory and managerial skill
Should uphold a sense of ethics and 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 “Senior Lecturer STH” on the subject line to recruitment@strathmore.edu by 22 nd December 2023.

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November 2, 2024
School Administrator (BA Programs)

Basic job summary:
This position is responsible for assisting the School Manager in academic related administrative duties and ensuring the School/Faculty delivers the required standards for the University’s standards for student learning experience.
Duties & Responsibilities:

Assist the School Manager in generation the school course timetable and circulation of the timetable to lecturers and students. This will also involve making changes to the timetable during the semester where necessary.
Facilitate the course evaluation process by generating the course evaluation, supervising the evaluation process, analyzing the data collected and providing a report of the analysis to the Dean.
Assist the School Manager in fees payment reconciliation and debt collection through following up with students who have fees arrears.
Coordinate the orientation process of new students through course registration, allocation of student mentors and uploading of learning materials in the e-learning platform.
Ensure efficient and effective management of all students and lecturers records in the school
Assist the School Manager in quality management by updating school procedures and policies in the Academic Management System and monitoring both lecturers and students class attendance and punctuality.
Contribute to student’s discipline by reporting student disciplinary matters to the School Manager, the Dean of the School or the Dean of students.

Minimum Academic Qualifications:

A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in a business related field

Experience:

At least two years’ administration experience in a University set up

Competencies and Attributes:

Good people skills,
Good Communication skills,
Strong analytical skills,
Attention to details.
A team Player

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 “School Administrator, BA Programs”on the subject line to recruitment@strathmore.edu by 8th December 2023.

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November 2, 2024
Executive Director

Basic job summary:
The Executive Director will provide leadership for the development, execution, administration, and management of all functions and matters relating to fund raising, their support services, and relations with relevant stakeholders to meet the fundraising needs of Strathmore University.
Duties & Responsibilities:

Provide overall leadership, administration and development of the Foundation
In consultation with all relevant stakeholders, provide leadership and direction for the design, development and implementation of the University fundraising and endowment strategies.
Establish through consultation with DVC-PD and SUF board (through SUF board chair) long term and annual fund-raising goals, objectives and targets.
Develop and implement fund raising plans with clear delineation of roles and responsibilities, quantifiable metrics, and targets for productivity for self and staff in SUF and provide a quarterly and annual report on the achievements of those targets as appropriate.
Establish and maintain productive relationships with University’s potential donors including stewardship, donor recognition strategies in coordination with other units within the University.
Manage a personal portfolio of high amount donors through the fundraising stages and achieve pre-agreed targets at each stage.
Work in collaboration with relevant University units to understand the priorities across the University and facilitate the translation of those priorities into fundraising opportunities.
Work in collaboration with Strathmore University Alumni in programs seeking to involve alumni in advancing alumni relationships and where appropriate in University’s fundraising priorities.
Work collaboratively with the SU Marketing and Communications teams in the design, development, and implementation of a communications plan to promote the SUF mission to students, staff, alumni, current and prospective donors, and other university stakeholders.
Engage SU units to enhance the culture of fundraising, endowments, and philanthropy. Keep track of such activities and include them as part of the SUF reports with due recognition to such units.
Ensure that SUF strategies, policies and activities comply with all appropriate laws, Strathmore University policies and any specific donor agreements.

Minimum Academic Qualifications:

At least a master’s degree in a management or closely related field from an accredited institution
Certified Fund-Raising Executive (CFRE) or similar qualification including evidence of professional training in fundraising management.

Experience:

A minimum of six (6) years experience in leading a fundraising team preferably in a higher education or not-for-profit environment to raise a minimum of USD 3million per annum.
Evidence of developing innovative fundraising programs linking resource allocation to the program priorities and successfully executing such program(s) to achieve the pre-set targets.
Experience in planning, implementing, managing, and concluding major fundraising campaigns.
Demonstrated knowledge of the legal and ethical aspects of fundraising and obligations to donors and how to align them with Strathmore University values.
Existing high-level contacts with local, international, non-profit, public, and private sectors leaders.
Good knowledge of the current opportunities and challenges in higher education sector in general, and especially those in Africa.

Competencies and Attributes

Attention to detail including on time follow-up on agreed upon deliverables.
Ability to inspire, lead, manage and evaluate a team.
Excellent communication skills- oral and written to different levels of stakeholders.
Decision making, planning and organization skills to delegate where appropriate.
Ability to develop collaborations with other units that may have competing priorities.
The ability to prevent and/or solve problems with flexibility, timeliness, and creativity.
Have high ethical standards, integrity and professionalism

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 “Executive Director Strathmore University Foundation”on the subject line to recruitment@strathmore.edu by 12th December 2023.

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November 2, 2024
Administrator

Basic Job Summary:
The Administrator is an administrative position in the Office of Graduate studies. The candidate will be required to assist the Manager and the Director in academic-related administrative duties and ensuring the Office of Graduate Studies delivers the required University’s standards for student learning experience. The holder of this position is required to be in charge of two aspects of the Office of Graduate Studies: a) Coordinating Student Services, and b) Coordinating Communication.
Duties & Responsibilities:

Develop, coordinate, and maintain communications and data for the Office of Graduate Studies, including websites, forms, and print materials.
Maintain Student record management/Graduate Catalog.
Coordinate Data requests and reporting.
Preparation the Annual Digest and Graduate Students Handbook.
Perform the Office Graphics Design and brand requirements.
Support Information Technology development and implementation (in Laravel or CodeIgniter)
Organizing Student-Life Annual Events.
Support for Student-Life initiatives e.g., Seminars, research activities.
Handling inquiries from various stakeholders.
Review Accommodation recommendations/policies and concerns for stakeholders.
Filing relevant documents for the Office’s activities.
Provide support in the graduate admission processes.
Providing administrative support to the Director and Manager.
Any other responsibilities as may be assigned by the Director or Manager.

Skills & Personal Attributes:
The successful candidate should possess characteristics, skills, and experience described as, but not necessarily limited to:

Excellent interpersonal, oral and communication skills and strong presentation skills are required.
Integrity and unquestionable work ethics.
Highly motivated, flexible, adaptable and service-oriented, with strong collaborative skills for teamwork and consensus building among staff and faculty.
Ability to work independently and cooperatively with others in an academic environment.
Strong programming skills and ability to research.
Ability to set priorities and multi-task.
Ability to learn and innovate as needs of university and higher education evolve.
Good organizational skills
Willingness to work late (till 7.00pm) and Saturday mornings.

Academic Qualifications:

Recent graduates with a First Class honours degree or Second Class (Upper) honours with exceptional qualities in Bachelor of Business Information Technology or equivalent.
Additional Certifications will be an added advantage.

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 “Administrator_OGS” on the subject line to recruitment@strathmore.edu by 22nd November 2023 6:00PM.

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November 2, 2024
Communications Associate – Content Development Associate Administrator

Basic job summary:
To develop and implement digital strategies to drive engagement in campaigns, membership growth and education enrolment across existing and new platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and others.
Duties & Responsibilities:

To develop the social media strategy for corporate platforms of the University
To implement content development for the University’s communication channels: Website, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn, in line with the strategic pillars.
Collate all requests, develop and monitor performance of the University digital campaigns throughout the year.
Develop social media communities and online discussions to increase the University engagement rate.
Compile analytical reports for the team showing results (Return on Investment)
Liaise with other departments to standardize social media content on their different Facebook pages.
Form key relationships with influencers across the social media platforms.
Monitoring trends in the dynamic digital media space.
Mentorship duties for interns attached to the department on a constant basis. This grows the pipeline for potential employees.
Develop a monitoring mechanism for emerging crisis and or feedback on university channels for ease of responding in time.

Minimum Academic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Masters is an added advantage.
Good writing and editing skills

Experience:

At least 3 years’ experience in writing content for blogs, newspapers, websites and different social media channels

Competencies and Attributes

Excellent writing skills and writing skills
Critical thinking
Analytical skills
People Skills
Excellent command of written and spoken English and Kiswahili.
Integrity and strong interpersonal skills
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow through with a high level of accuracy

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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 “Communications Associate Content Development” on the subject line to recruitment@strathmore.edu by 16th November 2023.

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November 2, 2024
Terms of Reference: Consultancy Services for the Development of Shock Responsive Safety Net System for Kenya

DETAILED SCOPE OF WORK

The overall objective of this consultancy is to set up a technical support team to provide independent and reliable technical support to design a Kenya Shock Responsive Safety Net System.
The firm or consortium contracted will bring on board individuals from Kenya and abroad with relevant skills to undertake the various tasks required to design a program for establishing Kenya’s Shock Responsive Safety Net System.
USAID, at the request of the GOK, is facilitating the procurement of a technical assistance team through its local partner Strathmore University. Strathmore will provide a grant to an entity based in Kenya that will procure the services and expertise needed for this effort. The local entity will organize a technical support team to support the resource partners group to design the Shock Responsive Safety Net System Program. The technical support team, utilizing local and international experts, will provide independent and reliable technical support including strategic analysis, modeling, stakeholder event planning, and communication services to inform the program design.
The technical support team will also provide secretariat support services for the resource partners group. The technical support team will work over a period during November 2023 – July 2024.

Tasks to be Completed.
The technical team will carry out the following specific tasks:

Facilitate and support the engagement of a resource partners group, led by the Government of Kenya, to shape a shared vision for a Shock Response Safety Net System and guide the process to design and operationalize it.
Organize an Experts Meeting to review known tools, approaches, evidence, lessons, and emerging issues to inform the design of a Shock Response Safety Net System.
Support NDMA in conducting stakeholder consultations at various levels to obtain input into the design of the Shock Responsive Safety Net System.
Review the NDMA existing capacity and systems to implement and manage a Shock Response Safety Net System, including: the National Drought Emergency Fund (NDEF),Drought Contingency Fund (DCF) supported by European Union (EU), the Operational Guidelines for the NDEF, national and county level capacity; and propose adjustments needed to align with and support a Shock Response Safety Net System.
Develop a sensitization and training plan to strengthen capacity of national, county and subcounty entities engaged in delivering the Shock Response Safety Net System.
Undertake strategic analyses and modeling to address key questions and issues to inform priorities for the Shock Responsive Safety Net System.
Establish an institutional strengthening plan for NDMA to implement a Shock Response Safety Net System.
Prepare a budget and a sustainable financing plan for the Shock Responsive Safety Net Program
Prepare a directory of experts, individuals, and organizations, in Safety Net related issues for use by NDMA and its partners.
Prepare a schedule and roadmap to operationalize the proposed Shock Responsive Safety Net Program.
Examine how the new system will fit into the objectives and framework of MTP IV of the Kenya Vision 2030, BETA and DRR policies.
Prepare adraft program document outline/table of contents (review existing resource partner templates).
Draft program document and present to Resource Partners Group for feedback and approval.

Indicative Questions and Issues to be Addressed:
The following key questions will need to be addressed to inform the design of the Shock Responsive Safety Net System. This is a preliminary list which will need to be finalized and agreed to by the Resource Partners Group during the inception phase.

Has the frequency and severity of drought and other shocks increased in the past ten and twenty years ago? How has this impacted the livelihood options for development of Kenya’s drylands? Does it pose new risks?
What are the potential risks that a Shock Responsive Safety Net should be designed to respond to? What risks should a shock responsive safety net prioritize?
What segment of the population should the Shock Responsive Safety Net System target and focus on to mitigate the impacts of shocks and meet emergency needs?
What are the most effective actions and measures to mitigate the impacts of shocks that the Shock Responsive Safety Net should be designed to deliver?
What are the triggers to initiate action, and triggers to target diverse types of services that may be needed at the outset, during and the end of an emergency (to inform types of services the safety net could or should be designed to deliver.)
What are the necessary monitoring and evaluation frameworks that need to be in to track?
What are the existing emergency assistance projects and safety nets operating in Kenya? How will the proposed Shock Responsive Safety Net safety be different? What role can a Shock Responsive Safety Net play to improve coordination and avoid duplication?
What are the best practices globally, regionally, locally from existing emergency programs and safety nets to inform the design of Kenya’s Shock Responsive Safety Net System?
What changes are needed in the policy and institutional context for a Shock Responsive Safety Net System for Kenya to be effective?
What are the potential impacts that various local solutions, tools, and approaches (e.g., cash transfers, index livestock insurance, public works, livestock buy off, et) could have on building resilience and mitigating the negative impacts of shocks? Can these be modeled and compared?
What changes to the existing institutional capacity of NDMA and the NDEF at national, county and subcounty level are needed to implement a Shock Responsive Safety Net System?
What is the recommended institutional arrangement in terms of business process and timely disbursement of real-time resources?

DELIVERABLES
The main deliverables from this consultancy are:

A GOK policy paper that defines the commitment of the GOK and partners to finance and implement the Shock Responsive Safety Net System.
A GOK Program, owned and established by the GOK, which defines the Shock Responsive Safety Net System’s goals and objectives, implementation modalities as well as the attendant GOK and partner financing arrangements, partnership strategy, and accountability modalities.
Regulations and operational guidelines for the Shock Responsive Safety Net System. This may entail amendments to reflect on the flexibility on resourcing the NDEF based on PFM Act (2012), and/or creation of new laws and guidelines to allow the system to work.

Sub-deliverables will include the following:

Detailed work plan
Inception report
Final Policy Brief
PowerPoint slides of presentations made.
An assessment report of the existing systems for addressing shocks.
Recommendations for an amended version of the NDEF operational guidelines to align with and support a Shock Response Safety Net System.
Stakeholder and expert meeting reports.
Analysis of best practices, tools, and approaches.
An implementation plan, including a schedule for implementation.
A communication, sensitization, and training plan to strengthen capacity of national, county and subcounty entities engaged in delivering the Shock Response Safety Net System.
An institutional strengthening plan for NDMA to implement a Shock Response Safety Net System.
Operations supporting management information systems.

FINAL REPORT

The consultant team will prepare a Final Report with support from the Strathmore/USAID Technical Team. The Report will follow the report outline to be agreed during the inception process.
The consultant team will present the assignment outputs and report to USAID and NDMA and key decision makers to receive initial feedback on conclusions and recommendations.
The Team Leader of the Strathmore Technical Team will submit the final Report and Policy Brief to the Management of USAID and NDMA.

CONSULTANT TEAM PROFILE AND LEVEL OF EFFORT

The organization providing technical services should have or be able to tap experienced experts to deliver services and analysis on a broad range of technical issues relevant to the design of a Shock Responsive Safety Net System. In line with the approach to develop a Shock Responsive Safety Net System for Kenya, the technical team structure and members should be agreed to by USAID, NDMA and Strathmore University.

Consulting Team Profile
The Technical Team must have access to professionals with the following set of qualifications/skills/experiences:
Team Leader Skills

Excellent analytical and people skills, including ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders and to reconcile differing institutional perspectives and priorities. Demonstrate in-depth experience of project cycle management including monitoring and evaluation.
In-depth understanding of dryland areas in Kenya and the regional context, including economic, social, and climate-related aspects.
In-depth understanding of the intergovernmental mode of government and public sector policy and planning in Kenya, specifically the policy and institutional set-up relating to ASALs development and emergency assistance systems.

Event Planning and Facilitation Skills

Experience in organizing and facilitating collaborative and inclusive review of complex multi-stakeholder consultation and planning mechanisms.
Communication and editing skills to support preparation of papers, policy briefs and presentations using multimedia tools, posters, charts, web pages, etc

Submit a technical proposal detailing the consultant’s approach to the assignment, financial proposal, CV(s) of key personnel and KRA PIN.In addition to the above, a firm must submit; Certificate of Incorporation/ Business Registration, Tax Compliance Certificate, Business permit, CR 12 Form, KRA PIN, and the firm shall not be sanctioned or block-listed by any government or institution.Potential consultant(s) must submit their proposals and mandatory attachments to USAID Strategic Partnership Program on Careers SBS careerssbs@strathmore.edu by 14th November 2023 at 5:30 PM EAT quoting “Shock Responsive Safety Net System for Kenya” in the email subject line.For further information or clarification please contact; Daniel Nyoro Email: dnyoro@strathmore.edu.

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November 2, 2024
Research Administrator_SDRC

Basic job summary:
The Research Administrator will play a pivotal role in supporting faculty and Research Fellows at the Strathmore Law School. This position is primarily responsible for collecting, organizing, and analyzing research data, as well as assisting in the preparation and execution of research projects. The Research Administrator will also actively contribute to course organization, marketing efforts, and outreach initiatives, furthering the mission of the Strathmore Dispute Resolution Centre.
Duties & Responsibilities:

Collaborate with SDRC directors to plan and organize the 40-hour mediation course and other educational programs offered by the centre.
Coordinate and facilitate marketing activities including monthly webinars, conferences, CPD events, and ADR talks to promote the activities of SDRC.
Assist in the preparation of research proposals and contribute to the implementation of research projects led by SDRC.
Support in gathering various forms of data relevant to the research projects within SDRC, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
Maintain organized records of information obtained during research, including the development and management of databases, hard files, and other relevant documentation.
Conduct comprehensive literature reviews related to research projects undertaken by SDRC, providing valuable insights and context.
Undertake any other duties as assigned by SDRC director in line with the organization’s goals and objectives.

Minimum Academic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree from a reputable University that is recognized by the Academic Council of Strathmore University

Experience:

At least two years of experience in research and administrative duties.

Competencies and Attributes:

Excellent analytical skills
Ability conduct research
An organised individual
Excellent communication skills
Dynamic and innovative
A team player

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 “Research Administrator_SDRC” on the subject line to recruitment@strathmore.edu by 3rd November 2023.

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November 2, 2024
Business Advisor – Mombasa Small Business Development Center (SBDC)

JOB PURPOSE:
As the Business/MSME Advisor, and with the support of the County Coordinator and County Administrator, the person will be in charge of driving entrepreneurs and businesses through our Kenya SBDC four focus areas which include: Business Development Services, Facilitating Access to Finance, Providing Trade/Market Information and Exploring Policy Innovations. Using the SBDC model, the person will be assigned businesses to who they will assist in thinking through key aspects of their business model, their strategies – be it product design, marketing, supply chain, value chain, or sales and distribution.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Represent Mombasa SBDC in relevant meetings within the county.
Liaise with the Mombasa SBDC County Coordinators on the progress of the business including writing periodic progress reports.
Liaise with the M&E specialist in measurable and quantifiable results.
Liaise with the Mombasa SBDC County Coordinators and Administrators in facilitating our four focus areas, screening and selection of business applicants, putting together an exciting cohort, and including the collection of relevant information and data.
Conduct/supervise comprehensive diagnostic assessments of MSMEs, assessing their needs to improve their products and services, quality standards, market strategy, and employee capacity.
Work hand in hand with MSMEs, business associations, and relevant private and public stakeholders in various sectors, providing firm-level level technical assistance, and advice.
Attracting high-potential and growth-oriented early-stage ventures for the organization’s program.
Build relationships with candidate enterprises, leading to the development of a shared vision about enterprise needs and recommendations to improve their competitiveness, create business growth, create jobs, and build a diverse network of MSMEs.
Coordinate with MSMEs and financial institutions to increase access to finance.
Co-facilitate business development workshops ensuring the successful adoption and use of the organization’s methodology and tools
Individualized follow-ups with the businesses: During the implementation of plans made during the advisory, further assist in the proper adoption and use of the organization’s methodology and tools. Ensure that businesses arrive well-prepared for accessing finance and markets.
Assist in the development of investor presentations for businesses.
Determine areas of enterprise support and intervention, and oversee technical assistance provided by local and international consultants.
Direct responsibility for a large portfolio of partner enterprises. Provide management and follow-up of all support activities (mentoring, technical assistance, potential grants) to each partner enterprise.
Carry out regular site visits at partner enterprises. 50% to 70% of the Advisor’s time is expected to be spent in the field with the private sector.

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

Bachelor’s degree in any business-related course.
Specialization in any of the following fields: ICT, Sales & Marketing, Strategy, Finance, Entrepreneurship, Business Development, Agriculture, Creatives, Textiles.
5-8 years’ experience in developing/supporting businesses e.g., as a senior consultant, an employee of a business development organization or business analyst, senior investment analyst, or senior investment associate.
Ability to diagnose business needs and understand how to read and interpret business financials and generally understand numbers.
Strong analytical skills and the ability to conceptualize and concretize ideas and hypotheses.
Love interacting with new people and guiding them on the business journey.

If you are interested in the position and have the skills we are looking for, we would like to hear from you. Please forward an application letter together with a copy of your updated resume quoting ‘Business Advisor, Mombasa SBDC’ to the People and Culture Manager, Strathmore University Business School, on careerssbs@strathmore.edu by end of the day (5.30pm) Thursday, 2nd November 2023.

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November 2, 2024
Project Coordinator

Department: School of Computing and Engineering Sciences
Project: ADESFA iUMEME
Reporting to: Principal investigator (ADESFA iUMEME Project)
Contract Period: 2-year Contract / Part time involvement
Basic job summary:
The Project Coordinator is responsible for organizing and controlling project activities through communicating risks, opportunities, and current state information with the project team. This role will assist in project development and ensure that all project administration is completed efficiently and on time.
Duties & Responsibilities:

Project Coordination:

Assist project manager and trainers in organizing, managing, and implementing training.
Coordinate project activities, resources, safe equipment, and information.
Act as the point of contact and communicate project status to all participants.
Break projects into doable tasks and set timeframes.
Monitor and track project progress and handle any issues that arise.
Use tools to monitor working hours, plans, and expenditure.

Resource Coordination:

Ensure that resources and specialized equipment material are available when needed.
Liaise with clients, vendors, and internal teams to ensure clear communication.

Risk and Issue Management:

Identify potential risks and work with the project manager to mitigate them.
Track and report any project issues and ensure they are resolved in a timely manner.

Administrative Tasks:

Assist in the preparation of presentations and reports.
Schedule and attend project meetings, take minutes, and follow up of action items.
Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, plans, and reports and ensure they are well maintained and updated as necessary.
Assist in the development of project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility.
Maintain project calendar and schedule meetings, calls, and other necessary appointments.

Financial Coordination together with UPHF:

Assist in financial reports preparation and ensure the project stays within the budget.
Track expenses and process invoices related to the project.

Sustainability:

Proposes long term scheme for financial sustainability of the initiative.
Process of general coordination among stakeholders; and more than 40 beneficiaries a year.

Organization of events:
Provides overall project management for all events and ensures the achievement of their objectives, including development, implementation and monitoring of work plans. Ensures the events are distributed over time to spread the workload on an annual basis.
Publishes a calendar of training events in the Hub and communicates modalities of participation, from online preparatory phase to in-person lectures until on-the job application of learnings and B1V, B2V, and BR certification.

Qualification and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, business or related field of study.
Proven work experience in publication and communication related projects.
A background in business skills, management, budgeting, and analysis.
Proficient in project management software tools (Google apps) .
Certification in project management, such as CAPM (Certified Associate in Project Management) preferred.
Familiarity with risk management and quality assurance control preferred.
Structured approach to problem solving, ability to take initiative.
Having the BR certification (Habilitation Electrique) is a plus but will not be required

Competencies and Attributes:

Strong interpersonal skills and capable of working with cross-functional, international teams.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Planning and organizing skills
Leadership
Project management
Entrepreneurial drive
Research and problem solving
Capacity to quote and to procure equipment according to FEi procedures

Relationships:

Internally: International Relations SU, PI of the iUMEME project, ICRC coordinators, Lab technician of the SCES labs, Electric labs of the ECT school.
Externally: France Education Internationale, Université Polytechnique Hauts de France (UPHF), Private sector manufacturer of electrical equipment and power monitoring solutions. Partners, whose collaboration is regulated, through formal agreements, such as MoUs. These partners can be different sponsors among private companies and donors.

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 “Project Coordinator – ADESFA iUMEME Project’’ on the subject line to recruitment@strathmore.edu by Tuesday, 31st October 2023.Due to the large number of applications we may receive, kindly note that only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please be advised that Strathmore University is an equal opportunity employer and does NOT ask for money from applicants under any circumstances during its recruitment process. Interested applicants are encouraged to exercise caution upon receiving any such interview opportunity that requires payment of money. Master Students with ongoing grants are encouraged to Apply. Any entrepreneur willing to extend his experience by using this as a side hustle is welcome to apply.

Apply via :

recruitment@strathmore.edu

November 2, 2024