Job Summary:
The Gender Officer will take lead in the implementation of the gender strategy intended to support the achievement of the M-SAWA’s outcome for both women SEs and Women Led SMEs. The position will work closely with other project team members both at the programmes and cross cutting departments.
Location and Duration of Position: 1-year renewable contract. This position is based in Nairobi, Kenya.
Eligible candidates: Kenyan Nationals
Main Responsibilities:
Ensure that the gender strategy, guidelines and framework is in place to guide project implementation and ensure that all activities promote gender and provide equal opportunities among project beneficiaries.
Guide project execution to ensure that activities are implemented according to MEDA’s gender strategy
Contributing gender perspectives to the design, implementation and evaluation of project activities
Work on the integration and mainstreaming of gender across the different project sectors
Create a capacity building plan on gender equality principles for MEDA staff and key stakeholders
Work with project clients (SMEs and SEs) to identify emerging challenges and promote best practices in gender -equitable participation
Contribute to improving the business environment for SEs and SMEs as well as bringing a gender perspective to mitigation strategies as outlined in the Risk Register.
Identify and strengthen engagements and collaborations with Kenyan organizations that focus on gender equality
Collaborating in writing annual work plans and donor reports.
Contribute to assessing concept notes, grant awards and MOU’s/contracts for SMEs to ensure that gender-equitable criteria are met.
Participate in the initial site visits for SMEs in the M-SAWA’s project pipeline to ensure strong integration of gender into the SMEs initiatives.
Continuously assess gender context, assumptions and changes in the working environment to ensure that the project focus, strategies and activities on gender equality remain relevant and to propose adjustments when needed.
Develop monthly, quarterly and annual implementation plans for gender equality and mainstreaming in coordination with other project staff.
Ensure that project components and activities implemented are gender sensitive as outlined in the project implementation plan and in line with the requirements from Global Affairs Canada
Qualification, Experience & Skills:
Must have at least Bachelor’s degree in Social Science, Gender and Development Studies or any other related course.
Masters qualifications in Social Sciences or related field will be an absolute advantage.
Have at least five years of relevant working experiences in a non-governmental organization focusing on gender issues.
Understanding of: business decision-making in competitive market environments; inclusive sub-sector development and value chain development facilitation methods.
Sector experience in any of these : agriculture/agribusiness, construction and extractive sectors is a requirement.
Must be able to work comfortably and effectively with people of different national and cultural backgrounds and to maintain constructive working relations in multi-cultural environment.
Ability to make timely and considered recommendations or decisions based on analysis of available data, information and evidence
Willingness to travel 40% of the time to the project areas for project monitoring.
Appreciation and support of MEDA’s faith, values, mission and purpose.
Company Founded: Founded in 1953
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Gender Officer
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Audit Seniors
Required Qualifications and Experience: • CPA(K) or ACCA or ACA (ICAEW) • 2 – 5 years’ experience as an audit senior in a reputable audit firm • Sound technical knowledge of modern auditing methods, ISAs, IFRSs, and Kenyan tax and company law • Strong analytical and problem solving skills, and the ability to work well under pressure
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Finance Assistant
Location and Duration of Position: 1-year contract renewable up to project commencement. This position is based in Nairobi, Kenya
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Processing of Payment vouchers and cheque
• Maintaining accurate records of all the fixed assets / inventory monthly
• Review all staff travel advances & reimbursements.
• Review procurement documents to ensure appropriate bidding following the procurement policy.
• Prepare petty cash expenses and supporting documents for review, ensuring compliance. Verifying petty cash expenses and supporting documents from all MEDA Kenya offices.
• Prepare vehicle mileage / analysis
• Assist in preparing monthly financial reports.
• Assist with collecting financial information for the monthly, quarterly and annual budget
• Assist with the implementation of the audit plan & ensure all documents are in order
• Submit monthly financial retirement reports of advances allowed, with legitimate receipts and expense approvals.
• Participate in financial review of counter-part partners as and when requested.
• Any other tasks as may be assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications;
• University degree in Accounting or business related field.
• CPA certification-CPAK Certified Accountant.
• At least six years of experience working at a similar role, with at least 3 years in a donor funded project.
• Advanced use of MS office packages, and database management tools.
• Exposure to accounting software, and ability to learn quickly on the job.
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Collaboration, Learning, And Adaptation Director Livestock Marketing Director Access to Finance Director Investment and Partnerships Director Livestock Productivity Director
Essential Responsibilities:
The CLA Director will collaborate with the Chief of Party, M&E Director, technical staff, USAID, and project partners to develop and implement the project M&E Plan. In addition, he/she will develop systems to track overall project and subaward activities, outputs, and results to ensure they are on track to meet the annual and life of project benchmarks and results targets. The CLA Director will also contribute to the design and lead implementation of all project learning activities.
The CLA Director will carry out the following responsibilities:
Provide technical leadership for M&E to the project team to ensure USAID and Feed the Future M&E requirements are met on timely basis and guides data collection, management of the data, and display of the results. This includes data analysis, reporting, and dissemination, building capacity of M&E and technical staff in these areas, and ensuring compliance.
Develop efficient and accurate data collection system that includes efficient processes for collecting data and ensuring data quality. Provide general oversight of the M&E database, using it to track progress and trends, generate reports per USAID requirements, and conduct data quality checks.
Design the project’s Learning Agenda including surveys, case studies, and other tools to evaluate project impact, trends, and other learnings.
Provide comprehensive analysis of learning outcomes to inform project interventions.
Other M&E related work assigned by the COP, M&E Director and BCD.
Qualifications & Background Education:
Master’s degree in social sciences, computer science, or relevant field.
Work Experience: Minimum 10 years’ managing and implementing complex M&E systems for international development projects.
Proven record of designing and implementing data collection tools including surveys.
Experience managing large M&E databases and conducting timely data analysis and developing reports.
Experience developing and implementing learning activities a plus.
Skills:
Familiarity with USAID M&E requirements strongly preferred;
knowledge of Feed the Future M&E system desired.
Basic understanding of livestock/agricultural development, resilience preferred.
Fluency in written and spoken English required.
Ability to use the latest ICT technology and computer software programs, including GIS mapping software and M&E databases.
Ability to perform to the highest ethical standard at all times.
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Operations Director
Position Summary
The Operations Director will be responsible for all financial, operational, and logistical aspects of the project. This will include overseeing the project office accounts and budget expenditures, providing oversight (reviews, approvals as necessary) over a grants program, maintaining Winrock’s financial integrity, overseeing procurement procedures, and ensuring project adherence to local laws and USAID regulations.
The Operations Director will liaise with relevant accounting, operations, and procurement staff as needed in Winrock Headquarters. The Operations Director will oversee and ensure the proper administrative, financial, subawards, grants, and procurement functioning of Winrock’s offices under this project.
Responsibilities for the Operations Director Job
Works with Winrock staff in the regional and Home Office to develop and update project manuals as necessary
Ensure subawards and project expenditures including procurement comply with USAID regulations
Implements sound internal control practices in all project offices in accordance with Winrock policies
Directs the hiring and activities or project, administrative, and support staff
Supervises office functions and activities related to procurement, travel, records and filing systems, and short-term technical assistance mobilization
Ensures all project staff follow Winrock accounting policy
Develops and manages project budgets and sub-budgets
Monitors monthly financial performance in relation to budgets and forecasts, obligated funds, commitments, and advances to subs and consultants
Provides detailed analysis of costs, budgets, contract, and funding agency requirements as needed
Manages sub offices and oversees subcontracting processes and subcontract invoices
Approves and manages all employee, local consultants, subcontractor, and leasing contracts
Oversees project security measures
Qualifications for the Operations Director Job
Master’s degree in financial management, Business Administration Finance, Accounting or other relevant field.
At least 10 years of experience leading accounting, procurement, operations, and financial management of large-scale, complex international development assistance programs (USAID experience strongly preferred).
Familiarity with USAID financial reporting, procurement and compliance requirements.
Demonstrated experience and skills in developing and managing large budgets. Experience managing finance, operations and procurement staff, preferably across multiple offices.
Experience managing small grants to local organizations desired
Skills
Strong computer software skills in MS Excel and Word
Fluency in English (written and spoken) required
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Assistant Estates Officer
NHC/AEO /02/2017
The Assistant Estates Officer reports to the Estates Officer II and is responsible for undertaking Estates Management functions related to letting, sale and maintenance of Corporations developed properties under the direction of Senior Estates Officers.
DUTIES
Preparation of letters of offer and leases under direction from the Estates Officer.
Undertakes feasibility studies to determine project viability.
Carries out market surveys and studies on comparative rents, property market prices and advises management accordingly.
Prepares and maintains the Corporation’s assets register.
Responsible for advertising and marketing of properties developed by the Corporation.
Undertakes valuations of properties and Corporation’s assets for all intents and purposes including insurance, sale and disposal.
Undertakes Estates Management functions related to letting, sale of properties ,rent collection & enforcements.
Coordinates carrying out of repair works including inspection for both routine and planned maintenance.
Carrying out user reaction surveys as well as attending to tenants’ welfare, complaints and disputes.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Posses a Bachelor of Land Economics degree or equivalent from a recognized University or equivalent;
Have three (3) years experience in the field of Estates and/or Property Management;
Possess ability to use ICT in property Management, a team player and be an excellent communicator.
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Debt Collector
Responsibilities
Will be responsible for developing and executing the companies recovery and debt collection efforts.
Responsible for maximizing recoveries from written off accounts.
Ensure company debts are recovered on time and efficiently.
Coordinate daily execution of debt follow up by phone, visits and recovery.
Responsible of negotiating repayment plans with delinquent members.
Expected to maintain a minimum net bad debt.
Monitoring and rehabilitating delinquent accounts.
Minimum Requirements
Minimum qualifications of at least CPA 1 and any other equivalent Credit Control courses.
Experience in reconciliation of Accounts a MUST
Can work under pressure
At least 2 years’ experience in debt collection.
Excellent communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Able to multi task.
Should possess strong interpersonal, communication and analytical skills.
Ability to work with strict deadlines.
Good negotiation skills
Aggressive at collections
Key competencies
good interpersonal skills
maturity, honesty, integrity and a strong sense of ethics
the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
patience and understanding
to be persuasive, persistent and firm.
Ability to handle pressure
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Biomedical Sales Engineer
Requirements
Diploma in medical engineering from a reputable institution
Computer skills
Minimum 2 years work experience in the same field
Has a self-driven personality, polite and high integrity level
Responsibilities
Maintain daily communications with customers to ensure resolution and proper follow-up, leading to Customer satisfaction.
Should be able to work at any region in Kenya comfortable.
Complete necessary service and repair documentation following both company and client policies & procedures when requested to do some installation.
Document all repair actions and submit reports/summaries according to schedule in time.
Ensure proper care of spares, tools and test equipment and ensure calibration when requested to do installation.
Add value to the Company’s image, gain and share market information of products and its actual performance
Support sales function with competitive edge of the Company’s products
Plan PM calls and AMC/CAMC sales and renewals
Get service contracts for AMC/CAMC signed and reviewed with clients
Key Competencies
Exceptional organizational and analytical skills
Good communication and presentation skills – both verbal and written
Active listening – ability to understand requirements
A high attention to detail
Proactive problem solver
Client focused
Ability to work independently & a positive team player
Deadline driven (Time management)
Self-motivated
Conducts self professionally, exhibits high levels of tolerance and patience
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HR and Administration Officer
About RoleThe HR & Administration Officer role is critical in Human Resource management and in convening, coordination & oversight over the task teams working on different streams of HR & Operational work including procurement, office management, and travel coordination among others.This role will line manage and facilitate the Administrative Assistant and Driver/logistics Assistant leadership. Together, the HR & Administration Officer and his/her team will provide the leadership that moves the country programme beyond getting basics right to quality and excellence in HR & Operational management within Christian Aid policies, systems and guidelines.Doing this will ensure the following three key results are delivered: –
Effective human resources and people management
Well managed office with systems for health and safety, security management.
Efficient support services including procurement, logistics and administration
About YouWith line management from the Finance & Operations Manager, you will lead and facilitate leadership of your team working within the different task teams. You will model and promote in your role, the three key desired behaviors–self-leadership, teamwork and decisiveness.You are proactive and able to work under minimal supervision to deliver quality and excellence in related results outlined above. This is about you leading effectively individually and collaboratively in teams to deliver key outputs while exercising passion, autonomy and mutual accountability. You will challenge status quo, embrace and respect diversity of views, enable others to co-lead with you, and take action to make contributions toward achievement of the shared team goals.You will have the ability to think creatively to navigate the complexities and uncertainties and the ever faster pace of change in the workplace, in people management, and in the legal operating context in Kenya. You will also demonstrate ability to translate thinking and decisions into results in a timely manner.In doing so, you will facilitate your team’s collaboration with other internal and external teams and service providers including programmes, finance, regional teams, and HQ teams.Competency questionsAs Part Of Your Application You Will Be Asked To Demonstrate Your Suitability By Giving Answers To The Following QuestionsBuilding partnershipTell us about a time when you had to establish and maintain relationships with a wide range of contacts and networks based on mutual rapport and respect. What was the situation, task, action taken and result?Communicating effectivelyTell us about a time when you handled a difficult issue with someone else with openness, honesty and respect. What was the situation, task, action taken and result?Stewardship of resourcesPlease tell us about a time when you were able to take action to end or reduce the inefficient use of resources. What was the situation, task, action taken and result? -
Assistant Internal Auditor Senior Debt Collector
Responsibilities:
Perform and control the full audit cycle including risk management and control management over operational effectiveness, reliability and compliance with all applicable directives and regulations.
Understand and implement determined internal audit scope and developed annual plans.
Obtain, analyze and evaluate audit documentation, previous reports, data, flowcharts etc
Prepare and present reports that reflect audit’s results and document process.
Act as an objective source of independent input to ensure validity, legality and goal achievement.
Participate in Identifying loopholes and recommend risk aversion measures and cost savings.
Maintain open communication with the Lead Auditor and audit committee.
Conduct follow up audits to monitor management’s interventions.
Engage to continuous knowledge development regarding sector’s rules, regulations, best practices, tools, techniques and performance standards.
Requirements
Proven working experience as Internal Auditor
Advanced computer skills on MS Office, accounting software and databases.
Ability to manipulate large amounts of data and to compile detailed reports.
Knowledge of auditing standards and procedures, laws, rules and regulations.
High attention to detail and excellent analytical skills.
Sound independent judgement.
BS degree in Accounting , Finance, majoring in Auditing . OR equivalent.
Key competencies
good interpersonal skills
maturity, honesty, integrity and a strong sense of ethics
the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
to be persuasive, persistent and firm.
Ability to handle pressure
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