Company Founded: Founded in 1971

Cook General Kitchen Cleaner Cashier

Responsibilities

Cooking and serving food to clients
Responsible for maintenance of personal hygiene and general cleanliness
Preparation, production and service of food
Receiving foodstuffs from the cateress
Maintaining high standards of hygiene in the catering premises and its environs
Ensuring health and safety regulations are strictly observed
Any other duties assigned.

Qualifications
The applicants must have:

Certificate in food and beverage/equivalent
Have experience of at least 6 months in a busy institution

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October 26, 2024
Personnel Development Manager

Objective of the Position:
Ensure that the required HR capacity is in place. Identify and develop people’s capabilities, contribution and active participation to achieve the goals of the mission. This will be done according to MSF vision and values.
Tasks & Responsibilities:

Recruitment: support the mission recruitment process when needed (need identification, adverts, tests, interviews, selection) needs assessment (analysis of mission workforce) and conduct induction session to the newly hired employees
Identify and assess future and current training needs through job analysis, career paths, annual performance appraisals and consultation with line managers as needed
Develop, maintain and implement training plan, policy and budget
Coordinate and implement local / regional / international / intersectional level trainings
Monitor and evaluate training program’s effectiveness, success and periodically report on them
Support the implementation of an appropriate Performance management system/ ensure evaluations are conducted on time
Suggest career paths and support plans for specific staff
Development of training catalogue for local trainings
Manage and promote mobility including detachment and expatriation

Qualifications & Requirements:
Education
A Degree and specialization in Human Resource Management/ Development is required
Experience

Prior work experience (two years) in the field of human resource management is required; prior experience in personnel development, recruitment and/or training management is highly desirable
Desirable previous experience in MSF or other NGO in developing countries.

Competencies

Knowledge of Local training Market
Highly organized with strong attention to detail
Ability to prioritize and multi-task
Fluent in English, written and spoken
Proficient in Windows and MS Office Suite
Familiarity with employee database HOMERE is an advantage.

October 26, 2024
Logistics Officer

Ref.: 2019/015/NRS/KE/SSAThe International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking to recruit a highly skilled, results-oriented Logistics Officer to provide logistics and procurement support to CIP Sub-Sahara Africa Region.The Position: The Logistics officer will be based at the CIP Regional Office in Nairobi, Kenya, and report to the Head of Project Management Unit and co report to the Logistics Manager based in Lima.Key Responsibilities

Regional strategic thinking on implementing a holistic supply chain system, procurement planning, budgeting (and start-up planning for projects), capacity building for countries and partners on areas of supply chain/ procurement for various donors;
Supervise supply chain officers to deliver quality, timely, effective and efficient support to research;
In liaison with the Logistics Senior Manager in HQ, update the procurement policies within CIP to facilitate result-based management;
Negotiation with Suppliers long term contracts;
Identification of new suppliers for Africa;
Follow carefully EU, USAID, African Development Bank Rules and Regulations as requested;
Implement the Purchase Plan per year for each project in coordination with the PIs and the Logistics Senior Manager;

Support the OCS procurement module rollout in SSA and backstop the countries as the module is rolled out;Implement a Plan for succession line with the new Procurement Specialist;Identify a Central Risk for adequate Supplier’s Evaluation CIP SSA;Prepare Logistics Reports.
Procurement

Facilitate procurement planning with all budget holders to ensure timely procurement of goods and services;
Supervise the procurement monitoring system (for tracking);
Ensure cost-effectiveness, quality and timely delivery of all supply chain clients’ requirements;
Ensure suppliers are formally pre-qualified prior to inclusion on suppliers list;
Ensure compliance with CIP and ALL Donor Supply Management policies and procedures;
Proactively anticipate procurement needs and seek economies of scale by organizing procurements across projects/departments;
Proactively anticipate supply chain related risks and develop appropriate mitigations;
In consultation with Finance ensure procurements are within budget and appropriate for technical needs;
Manage resources to ensure value for money;
Guide on performance evaluation for outsourced service providers;
Lead the procurement committees and ensure all procurements are properly recorded;
Coordinate with the technical team on the development of procurement scopes of work;
Prepare and Manage the request for proposal (RFP) or request for quotation (RFQ) documents;
Draft the contracts or purchase order and coordinate on approvals with CIP HQ.

Stores and Inventory Management

Advise the technical staff on commercial clauses of legal instruments to ensure that they get the best equipment/ services.

Supplier / Stakeholder relations

Ensure good supplier relations are maintained;
Ensure WIN-WIN negotiations are carried out with suppliers to ensure sustainable mutual gains for both CIP and the supplier organizations;
Backstop countries in CIP SSA on supply chain and logistics issues

Selection Criteria

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, International
Business or related disciplines.
Al least 6 years of experience required in similar position.
Fluent written and oral communication skills in English.
Proficient on MS Excel, Word and Power Point at user level.
Knowledge of EU’s, USAID and African Development Bank Policies and Procedures
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Strong client service orientation and displaying a good-natured cooperative attitude with internal and external clients.
Knowledge of ERP software’s and administration of products and suppliers master files.

October 26, 2024
Chief of Party

REPORTS TO: Project Director, G3E – CSPD – Capacity Building – Portfolio IProject Description
Safeguarding Democratic Space in Kenya (SADES-K) is a USAID-funded program being implemented until August 2021. The overall goal is to enhance Kenya’s ability to hold a national conversation on reforms and national cohesion, and to safeguard democratic gains, including protecting civic space, respect for human rights and observance of rule of law.Position DescriptionThe Chief of Party is responsible for providing overall vision, leadership and guidance of the project. The COP is the project’s senior leader in Kenya and oversees all aspects of program performance, both technical and managerial. Under the supervision of the Home Office, the COP serves as the project’s principal contact point for USAID and is also the project’s main contact for political stakeholders and civil society. The COP supervises all local staff and consultants. S/he also has overall responsibility in the areas of operations, administration, logistics, procurement, budgeting, and financial accounting.Job Responsibilities

Manage the Award, staff and activities.
Facilitate and convene grantee groups, consultations and other SADES-K forums.
Ensure the activity is coordinated and implemented in an efficient, cost-effective and cohesive manner.
Manage the preparation and presentation of work plans, M&E plans, and all reports.
Serve as the primary interlocutor with USAID/KEA.
Serve as the primary point of contact for information on the progress and current status of all activities under the project.
Serve as the primary point of contact with Kenya’s Building Bridges to Unity Initiative (BBI) Task Force.
Liaise with other donor-funded programs supporting the BBI to ensure complementarity and to avoid duplication.
Liaise with other relevant U.S. Government programs to ensure coordination and effective and efficient use of U.S. Government resources.

Minimum Requirements

Master’s degree in international development, international relations, political science, law, public administration, conflict management or another related field.
15 years of relevant professional and progressive experience in managing development assistance, including field experience in governance reforms, political advocacy, peacebuilding/conflict and civil society programs.
Proven record of excellent management, leadership, and decision-making skills.
Demonstrated ability to think strategically and navigate politically sensitive terrain.
Familiarity with USAID programming, rules and regulations and experience managing USAID-funded programs in Kenya and/or Africa is desired.
Extensive networks within Kenyan civic and political sectors.
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.

FHI 360 has a competitive compensation package. Interested candidates may register online through FHI 360’s Career Center at www.fhi360.org/careercenter or through the Employment section at www.fhi360.org . Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements. Please specify source in your application. AA/EOE/M/F/V/D. This is not an expatriate/TCN position.This job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.FHI 360 fosters the strength and health of its workforce through a competitive benefits package , professional development and policies and programs that support healthy work/life balance. Join our global workforce to make a positive difference for others — and yourself.Please click here to continue searching FHI 360’s Career Portal.FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. FHI 360 is an equal employment and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other status or characteristic protected under applicable law.

October 26, 2024
Carpenter Fashion & Design Technician Food & Beverage Technician Procurement Officer Store Keeper Nurse Biology Technician Human Resource Officer

Job Group KP 5
Reports To: Estates Officer
This position is responsible for making woodwork products such as tables, desks, chairs, fitting cabinets and carries out general woodwork repairs in the institution.
Responsibilities

Construct building frameworks like doorframes, windows and wall cabinets when needed to facilitate smooth operations in the institutions’ day to day operations.
Inspects damaged wooden structures and repair them to enhance their usefulness and reduce deterioration.
Select and specify the construction raw materials required to ensure the institution gets quality of required materials.
Develop structures as instructed by user department and ensure the products meet the institutions functional needs.
Maintain and repair wooden structures to enhance usefulness of the structures and support the institutions operations.
Follows laid out process and procedures in his operations to ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
Assists students during their practicals by providing direction on handling and usage of tools.
Clean the workshop and arrange the tools to create a safe and functional operating environment.

Qualifications

Craft Certificate in Carpentry or equivalent from a recognized institution.
Proficiency in Computer skills
At least three (3) years’ experience.

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October 26, 2024
Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

Reports To: Monitoring, Evaluation and Research Specialist
Project: HIV Service Delivery Support Activity – Rift Valley
BASIC FUNCTIONS:
The Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Officer will be part of the HIV Service Delivery Support Activity – Rift Valley M&E team and will work under the direct supervision of the Director Monitoring and Evaluation. ““He/she will assist the Director M&E to implement and manage a comprehensive monitoring and information system, ensure consistency, timely reporting and integrity of data; oversee management and reporting and use of complex, related information”. Conduct data analysis, interpret data, including statistical values, and provide advice and consultation regarding data capture tools. He/she will participate in other activities related to HMIS, research, targeted evaluation, surveillance surveys and monitoring and evaluation as well as provide assistance and training to project and implementing partner and GoK staff involved in data collection, analysis and reporting at all levels.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Data collection tools, database implementation

Participate in the design, development and use of data capture tools and user guides to meet project requirements with a view to meeting donor requirements and minimizing the data collection and reporting burden for implementing partners.
Develop necessary documentation and provide support to all project and implementing partner staff to understand project reporting requirements and indicator definitions Develop and oversee implementation of well-functioning data tools requisition and distribution system.
Monitor the timely submission of project data at site level and above, by age and gender disaggregations
Develop and oversee implementation of an archiving system for all program and research-related data and files.
Actively participate in implementation, monitoring and utilization of project databases.

Data Quality and use

Help ensure the implementation of a functional data quality assurance system at project and implementing partner level with regular reports for the M& E Director.
Monitor use of data quality assessments tools by project and implementing partner staff
Provide assistance to Technical teams to develop data analysis and use plans
Assists in data analysis (routine and adhoc) and interpretation using various statistical and database packages and appropriate presentation formats
Under guidance of Director M&E develop/review Standard Operating Procedures for M&E Officers for field visits and Technical Assistance to implementing partners
Monitor use of standard operating procedures for field visits by M&E Officers and document the process and support timely site level data capturing and provide trouble-shooting where required.
Monitor quality of data and assist in developing data quality products such as bulletins, reports
Conduct routine data quality assessments on program data bases and provide ongoing support to implementing partners to do the same

Capacity Building:
Trains, mentors implementing partner and MOH staff in specific M&E processes and tools. Build the capacity of project and partner staff in Monitoring & Evaluation and national HMIS.
Management and Coordination
Assist in compiling project data for reporting to donor on a monthly, quarterly and more frequent basis Provide timely guidance and support to field M&E personnel and implementing partner/MoH counterparts Ensure data collection and reporting systems are in place at all participating sites Assist in project evaluations and research activities. Keep abreast of latest trends in Monitoring and Evaluation. Produce analytical products with high quality data visualization Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Project Director.
REQUIREMENTS: KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITIES

Technical knowledge managing complex data bases and reporting systems
Experience in capacity building of partners in monitoring and evaluation
Experience in data analysis and presenting statistical reports particularly involving HIV/AIDS data to different audiences
Keen to maintain data security and data quality systems
Extensive knowledge of USAID/PEPFAR/GOK reporting systems and requirements
Good planning, coordination and organizational skills
Tact and diplomacy in dealing with implementing partners including the MOH
Knowledge of standards, desirable outcomes or SOP in HIV/AIDS programs is an added advantage

MINIMUM STANDARD REQUIREMENTS:

Master’s degree in Demography, Public health, Bio statistics or a related field with at least 5-7 years’ experience in monitoring and evaluation of USAID funded or HIV/AIDS projects or a BA/BSc with 7-9 years of experience.
Experience in data management and knowledge in best practices in data management.
Experience in planning and implementing surveys is an added advantage.
Computer proficiency in word processing, databases, spreadsheets, including advanced skills in at least two of the following programs: SPSS, Excel, Epi Info, Stata, and Ms Access. Demonstrated experience with National Health Management Information Systems and electronic medical records system.
Demonstrated ability to transfer knowledge through informal and formal trainings.

This job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.
FHI 360 fosters the strength and health of its workforce through a competitive benefits package, professional development and policies and programs that support healthy work/life balance. Join our global workforce to make a positive difference for others — and yourself.

October 26, 2024
Grants Manager

Job purpose:
The main purpose of this position is to provide high-level grants management and administration to achieve project goals, working with partner organisations of all levels. S/he provides overall leadership and oversight for all aspects related to management of grants and contracts. This requires close collaboration with Pact HQ to ensure compliance with Pact and funder guidelines. The Grants Manager supervises all staff with grants functions and works in collaboration with program teams. This position is based in Nairobi and reports to the Finance & Grants Director. 25% travel is required.
Duties and Responsibilities:

Administer the full grant cycle of sub-award management activities, from solicitation through selection, pre-award assessment, negotiation, monitoring/compliance visits, and closeout efficiently and in a timely fashion in line with Pact’s guidelines and donor requirements.
Provide leadership, coaching and supervision to the grants team.
Ensure timely training of sub-grantees to understand and comply fully with funder requirements. Develop and implement institutional strengthening tools/plans for the partners.
Ensure strong links between the grants management and capacity building approach to maximize efforts to strengthen strategic partners and build in strategies to the grant making process.
Work closely with the Director of Grants and Finance to ensure accurate and timely disbursement and liquidation of sub-award expenses. Ensure comprehensive review of partner budgets.
Maintain an updated grants matrix for each project that informs regular decision making as well as used as a reference tool when reviewing partner cash requests.
Maintain the link between grants management and M&E systems to improve grantee reporting and the link to Pact requirements.
Develop and/or update Country Office Sub-awards Manual in compliance with Pact HQ guidance.
Contribute to the global Grants Management Community of Practice to share best practices and lessons learned on Pact’s intranet.

Qualifications and experience:

University degree in business administration, accounting, finance or related field.
5 years’ experience working in humanitarian and development programming with knowledge of project cycle management.
Knowledge of USAID & EU policies, regulations and reporting requirements.
Strong written and oral communications skills.
Experience in development projects, writing proposal, reports to donors and a good understanding of budgets.
Experience drafting and managing sub-awards.
Experience assessing the responsibility and grant-worthiness of organisations through financial statements, audits, and other documentation presented in a proposal or in support of an award.
Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to work in a multi-cultural environment, flexible and able to handle pressure.
High ethical standards.
Competence in common IT applications.

October 26, 2024
Program Specialist Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Manager

The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking to recruit a dynamic and experienced Program Specialist.The Position: The Program Specialist will provide program support for the implementation of Development and Delivery of Biofortified Crops at Scale (DDBIO) program. He/she will be responsible for providing administrative support to the global program team, organizing regional meetings; events and backstopping the efforts of admin assistants in the program’s implementing countries (Bangladesh, Ethiopia, Kenya and Uganda). This position reports to the Program Coordinator.Key Responsibilities

Provide day to day administrative support to the DDBIO global team;
Provide logistical support as needed (appointment, meetings, travel arrangements);
Assist with program related communications (appointments, reports, booking meeting rooms / venues and equipment etc.);
Assist in developing meta data, uploading, updating and dissemination of DDBIO publications and communication products on to various platforms including the CGIAR space, social media, project microsite etc.;
Coordinate travel arrangements and logistical support – including the handling of travel requests and liquidations for visitors and program staff, accommodation, and arranging for meals for the project events;
Backstopping the efforts of the admin assistants in the program’s implementing countries (Bangladesh, Ethiopia, Kenya and Uganda) to effectively execute similar duties and support country teams;
Compile workshop presentations, preparation of meeting materials for participants and maintaining and improving mailing lists
Maintenance of office filing system (manual and electronic) including backup, archiving and storage;
Assist in procurement and payment of bills;
Handling maintenance of office assets and keeping an inventory of equipment and supplies;
Assisting with the preparation of cash position and bank reconciliations and regular financial reporting;Selection Criteria
At least a first degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Economics or other related discipline;
At least CPA section 4 or ACCA level 2;
A minimum of 5 years of finance and administration experience in a busy environment;
Familiarity with grants, contracts and risk analysis;
Experience as an executive assistant desirable;
A team player accustomed to working with multi-cultural and diverse teams
Proficient in MS Office, especially in Excel
Advanced Knowledge in software solutions (ERP)
Advanced qualitative and quantitative analytical skills;
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to write project and financial reports;

Why should you consider this opportunity?
CIP is a global and reputable international organization that has a strong, state-of-the- art R&D background, and is a recent World Food Price Winner and awarded with the Al-Sumait Award for our Orange Flesh Sweet Potato work in Africa.CIP is dedicated to achieving food security, improved nutrition and well-being, and gender equality for poor people in root and tuber farming and food systems of the developing world.CIP is a member of the CGIAR Consortium, a network of 15 research centers that are mostly located in the developing world and supported by more than 50 donor members. What are the conditions?
The position is Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position limited to Kenya nationals and permanent residents only. The employment contract will be for a one-year term (with a 3- month probation period) and the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funds.

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October 26, 2024
Driver

The International Potato Center (CIP) is seeking to recruit a dynamic and experienced Driver.
The Position: The Driver will be based in Kitale, Kenya, and report to the Field Coordinator under the AVCD-potato project. The driver will drive staff to project sites and/or deliver farm inputs to the county extension staff who are implementing field activities.
Key responsibilities:

Ensure that the vehicles are kept clean and road worthy;
Check vehicle condition/requirement and fill-in the Logbook properly;
Ensure vehicle use is in compliance with CIP motor vehicle policy;
Operate vehicles in a safe and courteous manner and always follow road safety standards;
Ensure proper maintenance and servicing of vehicles;
Provide day-to-day vehicle reports and report to the supervisor any noted defects on time;
Report accidents or incidents to the supervisor in a timely manner;
Meet official personnel at the airport and organize transfers to hotel;
Drive office vehicle for transportation of authorized personnel and delivery/collection of cargo and other items;
Make field trips in/or out-side the country;
Run errands to collect goods documents, etc;
Prepare monthly summary of oil consumption and report to supervisor;
Ensure that the steps required by the CIP driving policy are taken in case of involvement in an accident;
Perform all other related duties.

Selection Criteria

The candidate should have a minimum of a diploma.
At least 2 years of experience required in similar positions with a safe driving record.
Knowledge of driving rules and regulations.
Valid driver’s license.
Basic mechanic knowledge.
Certificate of good conduct
Good communication and interpersonal skills and ability to exercise initiative and reasonable judgement;
Fluent in spoken and written English and Kiswahili;
Ability to work independently with minimum supervision;
Computer literate in Word and Excel – an added advantage

Why should you consider this opportunity?

CIP is a global and reputable international organization that has a strong, state-of-the-art R&D background, and is a recent World Food Price Winner and awarded with the Al-Sumait Award for our Orange Flesh Sweet Potato work in Africa.
CIP is dedicated to achieving food security, improved nutrition and well-being, and gender equality for poor people in root and tuber farming and food systems of the developing world.
CIP is a member of the CGIAR Consortium, a network of 15 research centers that are mostly located in the developing world and supported by more than 50 donor members.

What are the conditions?
The position is Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position limited to Kenya nationals and permanent residents only. The employment contract will be for a one-year term (with a 3-month probation period) and the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funds.

October 26, 2024
Project Management Unit Officer

About the role:
This position will be based in Nairobi and report to the Head of Project Management Unit (Located in Nairobi, Kenya). This position will also assist in ensuring that project staff follow CIP policies and procedures while adhering to donor rules and regulations to ensure projects are successful. The job requires travel to field sites.
Key responsibilities:

Project implementation and compliance: Serve as primary point of contact for project operations during and after the life of the project; Deliver and maintain professional working relationships with internal clients and other project partners and ensure resource availability and allocation. Travel to new project countries, as required, to lead the efficient and effective project start-up and close down processes; Aid project management in preparing annual work plan and quarterly implementation plans, devise means of achieving outputs while staying within budget constraints; Review invoices from project partners, challenge or approve as appropriate; Supports Project Leaders with contractual management, linked to the Grants and Contracts unit.
Monitoring and Reporting: Monitor progress against project output and provide feedback as needed; Support PIs in completing and submitting (via GnC) project performance technical reports; Coordinate the submission of all donor required reports with appropriate CIP areas; Coordinate with the Monitoring and Evaluation Manager and Project Management the Performance Monitoring and Evaluation Plan per donor requirements.
Knowledge Management: Organize and maintain shared knowledge ports (KM Hub, websites) to communicate relevant project information throughout the organization; Ensure consistent and proper use of the International Potato Center brand; Liaise with donors and customers to exchange necessary project information.

What we are looking for?

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Financial Management or related field. Master’s degree in Development, Administration and/or Project Management, will be desirable.
At least 6 years of relevant experience in a similar position.
Proficient in MS Office, especially in Excel.
Advanced Knowledge in software solutions (ERP)
Proficiency in project management software tools.
Fluent verbal and written communication skills in English.
Recognized as results-oriented team player who is adaptable to changing business needs and capable of contributing to the team’s success effectiveness.

Why should you consider this opportunity?

CIP is a global and reputable international organization that has a strong, state-of-the-art R&D background, and is a recent World Food Price Winner and awarded with the Al-Sumait Award for our Orange Flesh Sweet Potato work in Africa.
CIP is dedicated to achieving food security, improved nutrition and well-being, and gender equality for poor people in root and tuber farming and food systems of the developing world.
CIP is a member of the CGIAR Consortium, a network of 15 research centers that are mostly located in the developing world and supported by more than 50 donor members.

October 26, 2024