About the job
Quality of life for the clients
Touching hands,hearts and minds
Responsibilities
palliative care occupational therapy
pediatric occupational therapy
physical dysfunction occupational therapy
mental health occupational therapy
Qualifications
diploma in occupational therapy
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Job Description
This position will perform a key sales role in the development of Visa Acceptance Solutions (Cybersource) East Africa expansion plans. Working in strategically targeted countries, this role will be focused on appraising the market opportunity and delivering strategies that enable Visa Acceptance Solutions (Cybersource) to identify, qualify and contract opportunities to retain and grow our clients’ base and portfolios.
This is an account management position, and as such the candidate must possess strong commercial acumen and extensive payments industry knowledge to be a spokesperson for the organization both internally and externally.
Direct responsibility for Visa Acceptance Solutions (Cybersource) business development within the East Africa region inclusive of sales of online payment, fraud management solutions and ancillary products to enterprise level clients, PAYFACs, Acquirers, Merchants and global organizations.
Create and develop sustainable long-term relationships with key customers.
Manage close working partnerships with Visa Inc. stakeholders in the Sub Sahara Africa Region, including Group Country Managers, Business Development Managers, MSS Leaders and Country Risk Managers.
Responsible for maintaining business opportunities and building a pipeline of activity from initial qualification to delivery of revenue.
Interface with country leads on key elements of product expansion, demonstrating deep financial insight and collaboration with key stakeholders.
Leveraging internal resources and marketing programs as well as industry knowledge and personal sphere of influence to ensure all internal stakeholders are appropriately engaged to ensure successful conclusion and implementation of key opportunities.
The post holder will be the interface for Visa Acceptance Solutions (Cybersource) in market and as such should present themselves as credible and confident with the ability to negotiate at Senior Management as well as being comfortable with enterprise procurement processes
Demonstrating experience in ecommerce, omni commerce and digital payments
Report to management regularly and provide timely updates on both Pipeline and Forecasts for all product lines and services
Negotiation of pricing and discounts as well as contractual terms within set parameters
Build and understanding of the product and regulatory requirements within region so Visa Acceptance Solutions (Cybersource) can position its services appropriately for successful expansion.
Create and execute against change management requirements, implement best practice and maintain as strong focus on internal efficiency and functional collaboration. Lead initiatives which have a direct impact on customer engagement and be an advocate of a ‘customer first’ approach.
This is a hybrid position. Hybrid employees can alternate time between both remote and office. Employees in hybrid roles are expected to work from the office 2-3 set days a week (determined by leadership/site), with a general guidepost of being in the office 50% or more of the time based on business needs.
Qualifications
Proven experience of successfully developing and maintaining business in a start up and growth environment (i.e. early stage company or new division in existing company)
Proven experience of successfully managing complex and large accounts is desired
Experience in selling products or solutions, preferably enterprise Software, BPM, SaaS, Professional Services, or IT industries. Payment services experience strongly desired.
Ability to interpret different data sources and extrapolate learnings and identify possible course of action, correction
Ability to think strategically and develop go to market plans, with a willingness to develop high quality tools, collateral, presentations to execute your vision
Strong buyer journey and sales enablement orientation message, buying cycle savvy, understanding of sales methodologies, customer business process focused, effective tools.
Expertise in analyzing and managing closed loop marketing and sales processes
Significant customer relationship management and influencing skills in a solution sales environment
Significant experience of working with customers who have complex multi region operations with aggressive growth plans
Demonstrated experience of constructing strategic plans and successfully executing against them with a collaboration mindset
Must be able to skillfully prioritize and manage concurrent projects and issues.
Self starter, well structured and solution oriented
Committed to service excellence and added value through exceeding client expectations and anticipating client needs.
Works in close partnership with clients to achieve their aims and develop a mutually beneficial working relationship.
Possesses a clear understanding of the broader competitive environment and forges strategic links outside the business.
Provides clear, long term strategic direction supported by clear objectives while building new approaches and strategies needed for the company to evolve.
Coordinates and implements departmental guidelines that support the group strategy, clearly communicates and cascades insights and information to appropriate stakeholders.
Engages with others to proactively think about responding to competitor moves, external threats, or emerging business opportunities.
Achieves results by driving self and others to achieve results and surpass goals using sound processes that reflect governance discipline and efficiencies.
Consistently strives to achieve and improve upon quality standards expected by colleagues and clients.
Works across boundaries and in partnership with others to achieve goals.
Identifies growth areas, new opportunities for business by anticipating future needs and trends in industry. Seeks out internal and external perceptions and data, uses these to shape strategic plans.
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Objectives of the assignment:
Organic Waste Markets, Products, and Customers
VSO Organic Waste Intervention Strategy
Deliverables:
Production of market evaluation report evaluating the market potential for organic waste products, considering factors such as demand, competition, pricing, market trends, market dynamics, and consumer preferences, aiming to identify opportunities for product development and market penetration.
Product identification and scoping report detailing scope of products derived from organic waste, with a particular emphasis on three clusters: organic manure, animal feeds, and compost-based soil amendments. With clear recommendations on the feasibility and market demand for these products in the three W2W Counties.
Documentation on standards, regulations, and policies for organic waste management outlining the current standards, regulations, and policies related to organic waste management in the three target W2W Counties. Including recommendations for W2W primary actors on how to comply with existing standards and influence policies.
Development of W2W Organic Waste Strategy with workable solutions and indicators to measure impact, strategies to build markets, and partnerships.
Development of a comprehensive training manual and conducting Training of Trainers program for implementing project team to enhance their capacity in organic waste management.
Ideal Applicant Summary
A degree in waste management, environmental science, in agricultural engineering, agronomy or relevant degree
Up to 5 years’ experience in waste management and recycling approaches, with expertise on organic waste
Experience in waste management plants and implementing circular economy strategies in waste management.
Strong project management experience with success demonstrated when managing both internal and external stakeholders.
Possess a knowledge of environmental matters, waste and resources policy, regulatory mandates, and a broad view of the industry at large.
Ability to communicate with, explain ideas to and motivate others
Strong decision-making skills
Strong facilitation skills
Ability to oversee and manage processes and people.
Strong organizational skills
Interest in and understanding of environmental and sustainability policies.
Strong Analytical skills.
Competencies and Behaviour:
At VSO we believe progress is only possible by working together. Whether you want to join us as an employee, or as a volunteer working in your own country, overseas or online, our selection process includes an assessment based on these core competencies:
Ability to be open minded and respectful
Ability to be resilient and adaptive to new situations
Ability to facilitate positive change and build sustainable working relationships
Ability to seek and share knowledge
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vso.my.salesforce-sites.com
Position Description
The Finance Manager shall work under the leadership of the Chief of Party, and will be responsible for all aspects of operations, including administration, finance, procurement, and human resources, if relevant.
Qualifications
The candidate for the position of Finance and Administration Manager shall have at a minimum the following qualifications:
Education:
A master’s degree in business administration, Finance, Accounting or equivalent from an accredited university and Relevant professional certifications and membership from accredited accounting institutions.
Skills and Experience:
At least 10 years of relevant experience as a Finance and Administration Manager on donor-funded projects.
Relevant experience in program management in developing countries, preferably in the implementation of a national scale reading program.
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting practices, financial reporting standards, financial management processes, and procedures.
Logistics experience, such as large-scale procurements and coordination of teams for field activities, in a developing country, preferably in Kenya or East Africa, is highly desired.
Experience with donor funded projects, including contracts, and understanding of USAID rules and regulations.
Demonstrated exemplary management, supervision, communication, and interpersonal skills to ensure internal coherence among diverse team members and productive relations with the GOK, donors, and the international community.
Ability to write, communicate, and prepare contractual documents and reports clearly in English.
Language:
Professionally proficient and fluent in written and spoken English.
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Role Overview Summary
In this role, you will provide on-site support in the project location and/or VSO office, (full-time unless otherwise specified) for a set period of time.
Ideal Applicant Summary
Good understanding of the community, education needs and context of the project location
Proven use of different learning and development approaches for young learners/children
Knowledge and awareness on child protection practices and mechanisms
High integrity and a good rapport in the community
A commitment to community-led processes of social change.
Understanding of participatory approaches to working with communities
Understanding of or experience in community development
Recognition of the role of power and politics (vested interests) in constraining locally led change.
Able to develop clear and realistic plans to deliver agreed objectives within deadlines, involving key individuals in the process.
Strong listening and observation skills
Good facilitation skills using participatory processes and techniques.
Experience of preparing good quality reports,
Willingness to learn and unlearn.
Self-aware and reflective
Competencies and Behaviour
At VSO we believe progress is only possible by working together. Whether you want to join us as an employee, or as a volunteer working in your own country, overseas or online, our selection process includes an assessment based on these core competencies:
Ability to be open minded and respectful
Ability to be resilient and adaptive to new situations
Ability to facilitate positive change and build sustainable working relationships
Ability to seek and share knowledge
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Use the link(s) below to apply on company website.
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Position Description
The Private Sector Engagement Officer (PSE Officer) will play a critical role in advancing the project’s objectives of strengthening education systems to be more accountable, self-sustaining, and resilient through strategic engagement with the private sector. This role involves designing and executing the private sector engagement strategy, focusing particularly on strengthening partnerships with private entities to enhance teaching and learning in the classroom and online. In collaboration with these partners, the PSE Officer will be instrumental in orienting and training of private sector partners including publishers, printers and writers on emerging student learning outcomes and related issues and opportunities, mobilizing support for early grade reading initiatives, and ensuring the provision of high-quality teaching and learning materials (TLMs), with special attention to marginalized groups. The PSE Officer will report to the Grants and Partnerships Manager. This is a full-time position based in Nairobi, Kenya.
The Private Sector Engagement Officer’s responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Design and oversee the implementation of KPLP’s private sector engagement strategy.
Forge and strengthen partnerships with private entities to expand high quality online teaching and learning opportunities for children and teachers.
Enhance student learning experiences by collaborating with private sector partners to integrate advanced technologies and methodologies.
Initiate and manage partnerships that provide support for educational dashboards and resources to optimize data management and analysis for improved educational outcomes.
Work with the KPLP administration and finance team and counterparts to establish and manage the Partnership Fund and parameters of the use of that funding.
Produce annual planning and reporting on the use of the partnership funds.
In collaboration with technical counterparts, design and carry out training for publishers, printers, and writers to competitively produce and print high quality teaching and learning materials (TLMs) for use in school and community settings.
In collaboration with technical counterparts training publishers, printers, and writers on the needs of struggling readers, as well as learners with hearing and visual impairments.
Prepare data and information for project quarterly and annual reports, and other data as required.
Qualifications
The candidate for the position of Private Sector Engagement Officer shall have at a minimum the following qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in education, international development, business administration/management, or related field required.
Skills and Experience:
5 to 6 years of directly relevant experience.
Proven track record in developing and implementing engagement strategies with private sector entities, particularly in education or development sectors.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to forge and maintain effective partnerships and relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
Demonstrated experience in project management, including planning, execution, and evaluation of projects.
Proficient in data analysis and the use of technology to enhance educational outcomes; experience with educational dashboards and learning management systems is a plus.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to advocate and mobilize support for educational initiatives.
Familiarity with the Kenyan educational context, particularly challenges and opportunities in early grade learning and digital education platforms.
Language:
Fluency in oral and written English and Kiswahili is required.
Other:
Applicants must be Kenyan nationals or hold current work authorization.
go to method of application »
Use the link(s) below to apply on company website.
Apply via :
Objectives of the assignment:
Organic Waste Markets, Products, and Customers
VSO Organic Waste Intervention Strategy
Deliverables:
Production of market evaluation report evaluating the market potential for organic waste products, considering factors such as demand, competition, pricing, market trends, market dynamics, and consumer preferences, aiming to identify opportunities for product development and market penetration.
Product identification and scoping report detailing scope of products derived from organic waste, with a particular emphasis on three clusters: organic manure, animal feeds, and compost-based soil amendments. With clear recommendations on the feasibility and market demand for these products in the three W2W Counties.
Documentation on standards, regulations, and policies for organic waste management outlining the current standards, regulations, and policies related to organic waste management in the three target W2W Counties. Including recommendations for W2W primary actors on how to comply with existing standards and influence policies.
Development of W2W Organic Waste Strategy with workable solutions and indicators to measure impact, strategies to build markets, and partnerships.
Development of a comprehensive training manual and conducting Training of Trainers program for implementing project team to enhance their capacity in organic waste management.
Ideal Applicant Summary
A degree in waste management, environmental science, in agricultural engineering, agronomy or relevant degree
Up to 5 years’ experience in waste management and recycling approaches, with expertise on organic waste
Experience in waste management plants and implementing circular economy strategies in waste management.
Strong project management experience with success demonstrated when managing both internal and external stakeholders.
Possess a knowledge of environmental matters, waste and resources policy, regulatory mandates, and a broad view of the industry at large.
Ability to communicate with, explain ideas to and motivate others
Strong decision-making skills
Strong facilitation skills
Ability to oversee and manage processes and people.
Strong organizational skills
Interest in and understanding of environmental and sustainability policies.
Strong Analytical skills.
Competencies and Behaviour:
At VSO we believe progress is only possible by working together. Whether you want to join us as an employee, or as a volunteer working in your own country, overseas or online, our selection process includes an assessment based on these core competencies:
Ability to be open minded and respectful
Ability to be resilient and adaptive to new situations
Ability to facilitate positive change and build sustainable working relationships
Ability to seek and share knowledge
Apply via :
vso.my.salesforce-sites.com
Position Description
The Finance Manager shall work under the leadership of the Chief of Party, and will be responsible for all aspects of operations, including administration, finance, procurement, and human resources, if relevant.
Qualifications
The candidate for the position of Finance and Administration Manager shall have at a minimum the following qualifications:
Education:
A master’s degree in business administration, Finance, Accounting or equivalent from an accredited university and Relevant professional certifications and membership from accredited accounting institutions.
Skills and Experience:
At least 10 years of relevant experience as a Finance and Administration Manager on donor-funded projects.
Relevant experience in program management in developing countries, preferably in the implementation of a national scale reading program.
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting practices, financial reporting standards, financial management processes, and procedures.
Logistics experience, such as large-scale procurements and coordination of teams for field activities, in a developing country, preferably in Kenya or East Africa, is highly desired.
Experience with donor funded projects, including contracts, and understanding of USAID rules and regulations.
Demonstrated exemplary management, supervision, communication, and interpersonal skills to ensure internal coherence among diverse team members and productive relations with the GOK, donors, and the international community.
Ability to write, communicate, and prepare contractual documents and reports clearly in English.
Language:
Professionally proficient and fluent in written and spoken English.
go to method of application »
Use the link(s) below to apply on company website.
Apply via :
Role Overview Summary
In this role, you will provide on-site support in the project location and/or VSO office, (full-time unless otherwise specified) for a set period of time.
Ideal Applicant Summary
Good understanding of the community, education needs and context of the project location
Proven use of different learning and development approaches for young learners/children
Knowledge and awareness on child protection practices and mechanisms
High integrity and a good rapport in the community
A commitment to community-led processes of social change.
Understanding of participatory approaches to working with communities
Understanding of or experience in community development
Recognition of the role of power and politics (vested interests) in constraining locally led change.
Able to develop clear and realistic plans to deliver agreed objectives within deadlines, involving key individuals in the process.
Strong listening and observation skills
Good facilitation skills using participatory processes and techniques.
Experience of preparing good quality reports,
Willingness to learn and unlearn.
Self-aware and reflective
Competencies and Behaviour
At VSO we believe progress is only possible by working together. Whether you want to join us as an employee, or as a volunteer working in your own country, overseas or online, our selection process includes an assessment based on these core competencies:
Ability to be open minded and respectful
Ability to be resilient and adaptive to new situations
Ability to facilitate positive change and build sustainable working relationships
Ability to seek and share knowledge
go to method of application »
Use the link(s) below to apply on company website.
Apply via :
Position Description
The Private Sector Engagement Officer (PSE Officer) will play a critical role in advancing the project’s objectives of strengthening education systems to be more accountable, self-sustaining, and resilient through strategic engagement with the private sector. This role involves designing and executing the private sector engagement strategy, focusing particularly on strengthening partnerships with private entities to enhance teaching and learning in the classroom and online. In collaboration with these partners, the PSE Officer will be instrumental in orienting and training of private sector partners including publishers, printers and writers on emerging student learning outcomes and related issues and opportunities, mobilizing support for early grade reading initiatives, and ensuring the provision of high-quality teaching and learning materials (TLMs), with special attention to marginalized groups. The PSE Officer will report to the Grants and Partnerships Manager. This is a full-time position based in Nairobi, Kenya.
The Private Sector Engagement Officer’s responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Design and oversee the implementation of KPLP’s private sector engagement strategy.
Forge and strengthen partnerships with private entities to expand high quality online teaching and learning opportunities for children and teachers.
Enhance student learning experiences by collaborating with private sector partners to integrate advanced technologies and methodologies.
Initiate and manage partnerships that provide support for educational dashboards and resources to optimize data management and analysis for improved educational outcomes.
Work with the KPLP administration and finance team and counterparts to establish and manage the Partnership Fund and parameters of the use of that funding.
Produce annual planning and reporting on the use of the partnership funds.
In collaboration with technical counterparts, design and carry out training for publishers, printers, and writers to competitively produce and print high quality teaching and learning materials (TLMs) for use in school and community settings.
In collaboration with technical counterparts training publishers, printers, and writers on the needs of struggling readers, as well as learners with hearing and visual impairments.
Prepare data and information for project quarterly and annual reports, and other data as required.
Qualifications
The candidate for the position of Private Sector Engagement Officer shall have at a minimum the following qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in education, international development, business administration/management, or related field required.
Skills and Experience:
5 to 6 years of directly relevant experience.
Proven track record in developing and implementing engagement strategies with private sector entities, particularly in education or development sectors.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to forge and maintain effective partnerships and relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
Demonstrated experience in project management, including planning, execution, and evaluation of projects.
Proficient in data analysis and the use of technology to enhance educational outcomes; experience with educational dashboards and learning management systems is a plus.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to advocate and mobilize support for educational initiatives.
Familiarity with the Kenyan educational context, particularly challenges and opportunities in early grade learning and digital education platforms.
Language:
Fluency in oral and written English and Kiswahili is required.
Other:
Applicants must be Kenyan nationals or hold current work authorization.
go to method of application »
Use the link(s) below to apply on company website.
Apply via :