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  • Somalia Programme Officer

    Somalia Programme Officer

    Key Responsibilities• Play a key role in the design, implementation, and monitoring of LPI’s Somalia Programme 2017-2020, including the development of new projects.• Provide methodological and technical support to LPI’s partners to strengthen their peacebuilding engagement (conflict analysis, conflict sensitivity etc.) and organisational              development.• Ensure regular presence and close accompaniment of LPI’s partners in the field as part of programme implementation.• Ensure timely and regular reporting on project implementation to the immediate line manager and contribute to donor liaison and reporting.• Actively contribute to the design and implementation of relevant participatory research products and/or policy engagement with a range of policy actors and influencers in              Somalia and abroad.• Document “Success stories” and other information to contribute to organisational reporting and learning.• Liaise and collaborate with other peacebuilders, civil society and academia at local, regional and international levels.The following qualifications are required• Professional experience implementing peacebuilding and conflict transformation programmes.• Professional experience in participatory research design, development of tools, data collection, analysis and writing research outcomes and/or experience engaging policymakers      and influencers at different levels (including drafting of policy briefs).• University degree in peacebuilding, development studies or other relevant fields (political and social sciences). Bachelor with relevant skills and experience (5+ years) may be          considered. Master’s preferred.• Excellent analytical writer (English). Fluency in both spoken and written Somali language required.• Demonstrated interest in peacebuilding field and NGO experience a strong asset.• Able to travel to field locations across south central Somalia.• Balanced, mature personality with developed diplomatic/ interpersonal skills.• Able to cope with working in stressful environments.• Eager and flexible mind, willing to acquire new skills on the job.• The candidate does not require a work permit to work in Kenya

  • Transport Planning Manager Transport Planning Intern

    Transport Planning Manager Transport Planning Intern

    Job Details
    S/he will provide in depth technical support for project planning, project implementation, policy guidance, and capacity building in multiple fields including street design, public transport, shared mobility, parking management and strategic mobility planning. S/he will also develop technical reports, policy drafts, guidelines and training modules.
    The ideal candidate has a demonstrated ability to work creatively with a diverse team. The position will also involve engaging effectively with a range of stakeholders—civic officials, politicians, civil society agents, media, and others—to help build support for sustainable and equitable urban transport.
    S/he will have a chance to hone his/her technical knowledge and writing skills as well as management skills while gaining exposure to the fields of sustainable transport, city planning, urban design and municipal governance.
    The position is based in Nairobi. The candidate may need to travel to other project cities when required. S/he will report to the Africa Program Director and will work closely with ITDP’s Nairobi team, head office staff and international experts.
    Key qualifications
    A master’s degree in transportation planning, transportation engineering, city planning or other relevant field, with at least 5-7 years of relevant professional experience.
    Prior experience in transportation planning, including survey design and management, demand analysis, network planning, fare systems, and infrastructure design.
    Experience producing pre-feasibility reports and detailed project reports for transport projects.
    Experience in drafting terms of reference for public transport operations, IT systems and other relevant areas.
    Ability to develop effective infographics and prepare high quality presentations.
    Excellent skills in use of spreadsheets, statistical and database tools and GIS.
    Working knowledge of transport modeling software.
    Familiarity with the Adobe suite preferred.
    Excellent English writing skills.
    Key attributes
    Strong commitment to advancing ITDP’s mission and to environmental and social justice.
    Excellent research and analytical skills. You should enjoy working with numbers!
    Demonstrated ability to manage people and projects to successful project outcomes.
    Strong communication skills, including preparing effective graphics and making powerful presentations.
    Ability to communicate complex transport issues through concise, compelling messages.
    Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects with flexibility, work well under pressure and keep to deadlines.
    Ability to maintain high standards while contributing pragmatic ideas.
    Availability to travel frequently.
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  • Senior Legal Counsel

    Senior Legal Counsel

    Duties:-
    Provide legal advice to FIDA Kenya clients.
    Provide legal representation to FIDA Kenya Clients.
    Prepare pleadings and legal briefs.
    Prepare case strategies in consultation with the team leader.
    Make interventions and petitions on behalf of the public in gender related issues including Public Interest Litigation (PIL)
    Link with strategic partners including NGOs, Government departments and relevant bodies
    Support clients to access justice through Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) and other informal justice systems
    Training clients on self-representation
    Preparation of programme /activity plans and reports
    Qualifications and Attributes
    The ideal candidate should atleast posses the following qualifications and attributes:-
    Bachelor of Laws degree from  a recognized University
    Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with FIVE (5) years post admission experience
    Must possess a valid practising certificate
    Should have knowledge of program planning, designing, monitoring & evaluation
    Must posses strong writing skills, proficiency in computers, organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks
    Demonstrated knowledge and experience in Litigation, Gender & Women’s rights Issues
    Strong interpersonal communication skills
    Interested candidates who fully meet the above criteria should send their applications along with updated Curriculum Vitae including 3 references, one of whom must be a previous supervisor.
    The candidate MUST indicate expected salary and a daytime contact.

  • Assistant Accountant Administrative Assistant

    Assistant Accountant Administrative Assistant

    JOB REQUIREMENTS
    Female aged between 22-30 years
    Bachelor’s Degree in a business related field and a minimum CPA 4 qualification
    At least 1 year experience
    An Individual of Character and high integrity
    Excellent communication skills
    Attention to detail and high organization skills
    Salary between 20k-30k (gross) 
    JOB DESCRIPTION
    Assist in petty cash disbursements and accountability
    Advanced computer skills in QuickBooks and Microsoft Packages especially Excel
    Assist in maintaining proper records of the company
    Assist in maintaining supplier accounts and processing of supplier invoices and payments
    Assist in billing procedures and preparing invoices for clients as well as following up on payments
    Assist in carrying out project budgeting and costing 
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  • Early Childhood Development Teacher Senior Early Childhood Development Teacher Senior Lecturer Associate Professor Professor

    Early Childhood Development Teacher Senior Early Childhood Development Teacher Senior Lecturer Associate Professor Professor

    QUALIFICATIONS:• Certificate in Early Childhood Development• KCSE Mean Grade D+ (Plus) or Division IV and above• At least three (3) years of Early Childhood Development teaching• Computer Literate• Montessori training will be an added advantage
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  • Legal Counsel

    Legal Counsel

    Legal Counsel Job Duties
    Provide legal advice to FIDA Kenya clients: take their briefs, refer distressed clients for counselling and conduct mediation between parties
    Prepare pleadings and legal briefs
    Court attendance
    Assist in coordination of legal open days, legal aid and other workshops organized by the team
    Represent the organization in meetings with stakeholders and strategic partners
    Carry out programmatic work – Alternative Dispute Resolution, Self representation training for clients, Informal justice systems, preparation of reports
    Link with strategic partners including NGOs, Government departments and relevant bodies
    Qualifications for the Legal Counsel Job
    Bachelor of Laws degree
    Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with at least FIVE (5) years post admission experience
    Must possess a valid practicing certificate
    Previous experience in Non-Governmental Organization is highly desirable
    Should have knowledge of program planning, designing, monitoring & evaluation
    Must posses strong writing skills, proficiency in computers, organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks
    Should be able to work under pressure
    Demonstrated knowledge and experience in Litigation, Gender & Women’s Rights Issues
    Strong interpersonal communication skills
    Must be willing to travel

  • Admin Assistant

    Admin Assistant

    The ABEM (African Biomedical Engineering Mobility) project is on intra African Mobility and involves 6 ABEC partner universities from the different regions, led by Kenyatta.
    The main objective is to build capacity in biomedical engineering in Africa through student and staff exchange.
    Admin Assistant Job Qualifications
    At least a diploma from a recognized Institution
    At least three (3) years relevant post qualification work Experience managing finances,recruiting, managing resources, keeping records.
    Computer literate
    Work within strict timelines
    An organized approach and excellent time management skills.
    Good communication skills.
    The ability to work well as part of a team.
    Computer literacy and good keyboard skills.
    Good level of English spelling and grammar.
    Good numeracy skills.
    Accuracy and attention to details

  • Business Manager

    Business Manager

    Job Purpose   
    Purpose of this position is to:
    Establish business operations; register and launch new products in Kenya market.
    Develop relationships with stakeholders including MOH, government agencies and customers
    Responsibilities & Deliverables
    Evaluate markets for potential business opportunities for Shalina products.
    Execute all aspects of sales and marketing activities, such as brand management, pricing, communications & marketing promotion
    Coordinate with central S&M and supply chain for meeting the forecast accuracy targets.
    Apply the knowledge about government policies, regulatory procedures, documentation requirements and fee structures for getting the registrations on time.  Liaise with India regulatory team and central S&M team.
    Build and leverage relationship with MOH and various government bodies for smooth registration of products.
    Build customer contact base to win tenders from various KOLs such as Kemsa, Defense, Kenya Port authority, MSD and teaching hospitals.
    Appoint importers to develop business; establish depots and warehouses as required to support the business growth.
    Manage and control all activities and processes related to logistics, container imports, customs clearance and internal freight etc.
    Qualifications & Experience
    Qualification: Graduate – B Pharm. / B. Sc. (Lifesciences) with MBA in Marketing/ General Management.
    Experience: 12 – 14 years in Pharma with 4 years of experience in East Africa. Should have got hands on experience in product registrations and dealing with MOH.  Experience in handling CVD / Derma / Antibiotics/ Gastro/ Gyna/ Pain/ Respiratory products.
    Language Skills: Fluent in English. Swahili is preferred.
    Travel Requirements: Extensive travel required between target countries.
    Competencies: Extensive knowledge of Kenya pharma regulatory systems/ good network of Sr level officers in MOH of East African countries/ Influencing skills/ Perseverant/ Go getter attitude

  • Executive Director

    Executive Director

    Job Grade: F1
    Reporting to: Chairperson, FIDA Kenya
     
    The key job role will include Managing FIDA Kenya by providing leadership and responsibility for the guiding the implementation of the organization’s vision and mission.
    Job Role:  Managing FIDA Kenya by providing leadership and responsibility for guiding the implementation of the organization’s vision and mission. 
    Duties and Responsibilities:
    Oversee the development of FIDA Kenya Strategic Plan and ensure its successful implementation.
    Provide leadership and assume responsibility for the guiding vision FIDA Kenya.
    programmes and work plans
    Oversees the preparation of press releases
    Represent the organization within the media and at high level meetings of donors, government and likeminded stakeholders
    Review grant and funding proposals
    Enhances the impact of FIDA Kenya’s programmes and activities.
    Authorization of payment, signing of cheques and approval of payment vouchers.
    Build and sustain effective partnerships with government, like-minded organizations and other civil societies.
    Create an enabling environment for staff to ensure there is knowledge sharing, capacity building and team building in the workplace.
    Ensure the formulation and successful implementation of FIDA Kenya programmes
    Manage the programmes of FIDA Kenya.
    Enhance the impact of FIDA Kenya’s programmes and activities.
    Ensure formulation and successful implementation of the FIDA Kenya strategic plan and advocacy strategy.
    Build and sustain effective partnerships with government, like-minded organizations and other civil societies.
    Effectively raise resources for the organization from existing as well as new donors
    Develop programmes and appropriate work plans and activities.
    Provide effective and efficient management of FIDA Kenya’s human, financial and information management resources
    Create an enabling environment by focusing on knowledge sharing, capacity building and team building in the workplace.
    Promote gender equality and women’s empowerment
    Raise the international reputation and profile of FIDA Kenya.
    Secretary to the council of FIDA and coordinates Council Board meeting and activities
    Qualifications:
    Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Laws (LLB) or Gender and Development studies or equivalent
    At least 12 years post qualification experience admitted as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a valid practicing certificate
    Postgraduate (Masters of laws) degree, or related field is an added advantage (optional)
    Personal Skills:
    Possess excellent leadership, managerial and organizational skills, including the demonstrated ability to lead programmes.
    Knowledge and experience in human rights, gender and women’s rights issues.
    Project cycle management,
    Experience in law reform and policy development,
    Experience in enhancing Access to justice and Public Interest Litigation
    Strategy formulation,
    Resource mobilization and fundraising,
    Project monitoring and evaluation,
    Budgeting,
    Report writing,
    Training skills
    Must be a team player, highly self-motivated and self-driven.

  • Transport Planning Manager

    Transport Planning Manager

    Key Qualifications    â— A master’s degree in transportation planning, transportation engineering, city planning or other relevant field, with at least 5-7 years of relevant professional         experience.
       â— Prior experience in transportation planning, including survey design and management, demand analysis, network planning, fare systems, and infrastructure         design.
       â— Experience producing pre-feasibility reports and detailed project reports for transport projects.
       â— Experience in drafting terms of reference for public transport operations, IT systems and other relevant areas.
       â— Ability to develop effective infographics and prepare high quality presentations.
       â— Excellent skills in use of spreadsheets, statistical and database tools and GIS.
       â— Working knowledge of transport modeling software.
       â— Familiarity with the Adobe suite preferred.
       â— Excellent English writing skills.
    Key Attributes    â— Strong commitment to advancing ITDP’s mission and to environmental and social justice.
       â— Excellent research and analytical skills. You should enjoy working with numbers!
       â— Demonstrated ability to manage people and projects to successful project outcomes.
       â— Strong communication skills, including preparing effective graphics and making powerful presentations.
       â— Ability to communicate complex transport issues through concise, compelling messages.
       â— Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects with flexibility, work well under pressure and keep to deadlines.
       â— Ability to maintain high standards while contributing pragmatic ideas.
       â— Availability to travel frequently.