Duration: 1 year, renewable subject to funding and performance
Job purpose:
Your responsibility is two-fold:
1) supporting the implementation of the Kenya Programme;
2) design and implementation of Organisational Development (OD) plans for LPI’s Partner Organisations (PO) in Kenya.
Key tasks and responsibilities
On the implementation of the Kenya Programme, you will be expected to:
Provide support to the planning, implementation and reporting of assigned programme activities.
Support projects with POs and monitor compliance with contractual responsibilities.
Ensure that all data concerning the programme is filed in both hard and soft copies in an orderly and centralized system.
Make yourself available in order to support POs on issues that are relevant to the success of the programme.
Towards Partner Organisational Development, your tasks will include:
Leading the assessment of POs’ administration, finance and programme capacities, and production of written assessment reports for decision making by the Kenya Programme Manager.
Development of an OD plan for each PO in Kenya, encompassing all programme, administration and finance dimensions.
Coordinating the implementation of the OD plan, including management of activities, outsourcing and budget control.
In collaboration with other staff, monitor the progress towards OD expected results and apply adjustments in order to maximize effectiveness and efficiency.
Work Relationships: Resident Representative, Administration and Finance Unit, Partners in Kenya, Programme Advisors, Head Office in Sweden, Third parties as needed.
Skills and qualifications required:
Proven professional experience in implementation of peacebuilding projects and/or development fields within the civil society sector.
Demonstrable expertise in Organisational Development.
University degree in peace and conflict studies, education, development studies or other related fields. Masters level preferred, Bachelor with relevant skills and experience (5+ years) may be considered.
Good analytical writer (English) with fluency in spoken Somali and Swahili languages is a requirement.
The candidate must have experience in implementation of US government funds
Ability to travel to field locations in Kenya.
Balanced, mature personality with developed diplomatic skills, able to cope with working in stressful, diverse and multi-cultural environments and openness to acquiring new knowledge and skills.
The candidate does not require a work permit to work in Kenya
Company Founded: Founded in 1985
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Programme Officer
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Tutorial Fellow Technologist Technologist – Animal Health Laboratory Technician – Soil and Plant Analysis Field Technician – Soil and Plant Analysis
Qualifications for Tutorial Fellow Job
Must have:
Master’s degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, Electronic and Print Media, Communication Studies or related field from a recognized University.
Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, Electronic and Print Media, Communication Studies or related field from a recognized University.
Be registered or registerable for a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Communication and Media Studies, or relevant field.
At least three (3) years teaching experience at University level or in research or in industry.
Be registered or registerable with the relevant professional body (where applicable)
Terms Of Service
The terms for the above positions include a generous medical scheme, house allowance and commuting allowance.
For teaching positions above Tutorial Fellow, employment will be on permanent and pensionable terms.
Tutorial Fellows are employed on one (1) year renewable contract, to the maximum of three (3) years.
The applicants should provide full details of educational and professional qualification, work experience, present post and salary, applicant’s telephone number and e-mail address.
Copies of certificates and testimonials should also be enclosed giving the names and addresses of three (3) referees who are conversant with the applicant’s competence in area of specialization.
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Grant Officer (Fundraising)
Details:
FIDA/GO/01/2019: GRANT OFFICER – FUNDRAISING (BASED IN NAIROBI)
Report to: The Deputy Executive Director and Head of Programmes.
Duties and Responsibilities:To develop and implement a sustainable fundraising strategy for FIDA Kenya, ensuring it supports and contributes to the FIDA Kenya Sustainability Plan and Strategic Plan.
Set and achieve fundraising targets, agreed in consultation with the Executive Director.
Create a sustainable and diverse fundraising portfolio, with funding streams including corporates, events, foundations, developmental organizations and other grant-makers, with appropriate priorities.
Create and activate a calendar of events geared towards fundraising and donor stewardship.
Working closely with the Management and Programme Team to produce timely and quality funding proposals in accordance with the terms of grants.
Liaise with the Finance Manager to prepare fundraising budgets.
Carry out prospect research and develop a comprehensive fundraising database that captures all relevant information as well as handling all administrative aspects of fundraising.
Managing the grant application process and ensuring that reporting is tracked and meets donors’ expectations.
Cultivate and nurture relationships with funders, donors and sponsors, keeping accurate and up-to-date records of all communication and applying robust account management.
Report to the Board Resource Mobilization Committee on a quarterly basis of progress to-date of specific fundraising activities and income targets.
Attending relevant fundraising forums and groups.
Remain abreast of fundraising standards, trends and best practice, taking responsibility for maintaining own learning and attending training as required.Qualifications & Experiences
MUST have at least 3 years’ experience in fundraising with a strong track record of securing funding for NGO activities from a variety of funding streams.
Experience in participatory proposal development processes.Donor knowledge.
Budgeting principles.
Superior writing and presentation skills.
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Business Development Officer
Job Description
Electrical/HVAC/Mechanical/Solar Category Contracting Company, Kenya’s leading Specialized Maintenance Service Contractor is looking to fill a Business Development Assistant position.
The candidates for this positions should meet the following minimum qualifications:3 years experience in Business Development in an Electrical contracting Company
Excellent communication and computer skills
Proper stakeholder management as well as interpersonal skills
Good negotiation and persuasion skills and a knowledge of the Kenyan market
Self motivation at work as well as business development
Good at designing and implementing various business development strategies and tender document preparation.g
Must possess excellent research and strategic analysis skills
Right track record and limitless performance
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Associate Professor – School of Law Senior Lecturer
Job description
Kenyatta University wishes to recruit qualified and dedicated applicants to fill the above position.
Terms of Service: The terms of service for the teaching posts of Lecturers and above include membership to a Pension Scheme, a generous Medical Scheme, a House Allowance and a Commuting Allowance.
Qualification Required & ExperienceApplicants must be holders a PhD degree in Law or its equivalent from a recognized University and have at least a Second Class Honors in Bachelor of Laws degree
Eight (8) years of university teaching, four (4) of which as full time Senior Lecturer
Successfully supervised at least four (4) Master students and one (1) PhD student, since being appointed Senior Lecturer
At least four (4) articles in refereed journals since being appointed as Senior Lecturer
Evidence of successfully applying for a grant either individually or as group since being appointed as Senior Lecturer
Evidence of active participation in departmental activities and good quality teaching
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Store Visual Merchandising Associate
Job description
The Role
As a Store Visual Merchandising Associate you will be accountable for maximizing sales and profits within the stores by handling visual merchandising activities in line with the guidelines of the company. You will be a part of our projects regarding all aspects of visual merchandising. You will combine your experience and excellent visual merchandising skills to continually grow the success of the brand and exceed targets year on year.
We are looking for high caliber professionals to help achieve our goal of becoming “one of Europe’s three most successful apparel retailers by 2023”.
Job Description:In-charge of visual merchandising of the store in accordance with the guidelines and promote new lines effectively
Implementing the visual activities of the store in a daily/weekly and seasonal manner
Communicating with Store Managers and store team in line with upcoming visual activities and campaigns of the company
Working closely with Turkey Head Quarter (HQ) Visual Merchandising Team to establish corporate visual standards in the stores
Ensuring all visual materials (signage, fixtures, mannequins etc.) and arranged in line with corporate guidelines
Providing comprehensive communication and training programs to the store team about visual activities and standards
Participating in seasonal workshops at Head Quarter (HQ) and ensures best practice at the storeRequired Qualifications:
Minimum High School Degree
Professional ExpertiseMinimum 2 years of retail experience in similar position
Passion for trends and fashion
Consistently show ability to development and results-oriented
The ability to solve problems, organize and plan
The ability to work in a multinational/multicultural environmentAt LC Waikiki, our values being virtuous, achieving together, extensive expertise, being customer-oriented, challenging the difficulties.
So if you ready to dynamism and want to grow with challenges, come and join us!
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Program Officer
FIDA/SPO/11/2018
Position Based In Mombasa
Candidates from Coast region are encouraged to apply.
Report to: The Deputy Executive Director and Head of Programmes
ResponsibilitiesProvide legal advice to FIDA Kenya clients.
Provide legal representation to FIDA Kenya clients.
Prepare pleadings and legal briefs.
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.
Authorize expenditure at the sector/departmental level through approving requisitions, approving litigation fund.
Monitor and evaluate programmes and activities (prepare and oversee the preparation of team’s work plan, result based management reports, monthly team reports, activity reports)
Supervises staff in Mombasa regional office.Qualifications
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 practicing certificate.
Should have knowledge of program planning, designing, monitoring & evaluation.
Must possess 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.
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Head Of Stockroom
Job Description:
Manage and organize related sections in the store
Coordinate and lead highly motivated store team
Efficient work force scheduling
Achievement of the given sales targetsRequired Qualifications:
Education
Minimum High School Degree
Professional Expertise
Minimum 2 years of retail experience in similar position
Specific CompetenciesGood command of sales and negotiation skills
Customer oriented
Team Player
Result oriented and have a positive attitude
Ability to plan and organize
Ability to work in a multinational/multicultural environmentAt LC Waikiki, we take the time to review each and every application due to LC Waikiki prerequisites. If your application found appropriate we will contact you via phone or email.
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Psychotherapist / trainer – nairobi
Job Description
Vacancy Announcement: Psychotherapist / Trainer – Nairobi
Position Summary: The Center for Victims of Torture is seeking a Psychotherapist/Trainer to work with a program in Nairobi Kenya to address the mental health needs of urban refugees who have suffered torture and war trauma.
As part of an interdisciplinary team, the Psychotherapist/Trainer will oversee psychological interventions, including individual and group therapy with adults and children who are survivors of torture and war trauma.
This position also will provide training and supervision to a team of psychosocial counselors and provide training and support to help other organizations better meet the needs of torture and war trauma survivors.
This position will report administratively to the Operations Coordinator and clinically to the International Services Clinical Advisor.
Duration: One year renewable agreement
Post status: National, open only to Kenyans.
Start date: Immediately
We are seeking candidates with a graduate degree in psychology, counseling, clinical social work or related field.
Qualified candidates will have four years of experience providing individual and group psychotherapy to trauma survivors and three years of experience supervising mental health professionals and paraprofessionals.
Essential functions include [but are not limited to]:Clinical supervision: Conduct on-going clinical supervision, mentoring, and modeling to psychosocial counselors, which includes providing individual and group clinical supervision, including case discussions, co-therapy, live supervision, and self-care components. Assist in developing supervision systems as well as strengthen interdisciplinary clinical practices.
Training: Design and carryout training programs for counselors. Continually assess development needs and adapt training and coaching accordingly. Build capacity of staff members to design and conduct trainings.
Clinical Management & Psychotherapy: Oversee and coordinate mental health assessment and interventions for refugee communities, and serve as a co-therapist with counselors in individual, family, and group settings to model assessment and treatment methods that are both culturally relevant and empirically supported.
Clinical Program Development: Co-develop, pilot and implement program rehabilitation components that enhance the existing services to better meet the needs of survivors. Help develop manuals and other resources for effective Training and provision of services.
Community Assessment: Mentor counselors to complete needs assessments in order to identify target populations and program sites, and to determine appropriate mental health interventions for people who have been tortured or traumatized by war.
Reporting:Write and submit regular reports regarding clinical and training activities.
Leadership: In partnership with Operations Coordinator, provide on-site leadership for staff. Participate in regular leadership meetings with Nairobi leadership staff.
Community Collaboration and Capacity-building: Provide training and coordination with other organizations to promote trauma-informed network development and to better address the needs of survivors of torture and gross human rights violations.
Program Evaluation: In collaboration with country team and headquarters staff, participate in the design and implementation of program and project evaluation.
Perform other duties as assigned in the implementation of program activities.Required Qualifications and Experience.
Master degree in Clinical Psychology, Advanced degree in Clinical Psychology or equivalent required.
At least 5-10 years in field experience within a Humanitarian NGO/Agency in the same or similar position.
Extensive experience providing psychotherapy to children, adults, families, and groups.
Experience in providing Psychological Frist Aid (PFA) in emergency/crisis settings
Understanding of and experience implementing culturally appropriate mental health interventions, including individual, group and community-based approaches for people who have suffered torture and trauma.
Understanding of and experience developing curriculum and providing training for mental health professionals using interactive methodologies. Experience providing training and sensitization on the effects of trauma and war.
Experience working as part of an interdisciplinary/multi-disciplinary team desirable.
Fluency in English required. Knowledge of other relevant languages spoken in East Africa,
Experience working in East Africa and the region strongly preferred.
Experience supervising staff required. Experience supervising mental health counselors preferred.
Skilled at carrying out needs assessment and program evaluations.
Demonstrated flexibility to adapt to changing program requirements, client needs, and political climate.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word and Excel)
Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills
Excellent skills in organization, attention to detail and time management (including the ability to meet deadlines) Interest in or commitment to human rightsWork Environment:
Urban work environment.
Ability to travel to a variety of locations within Nairobi, including the slums.DISCLAIMER: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.
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Section Manager Store Management Trainee Store Manager
Job description
Location:
Thika Road Mall / Nairobi
Job Description:Manage and organize related sections in the store
Coordinate and lead highly motivated store team
Efficient work force scheduling
Achievement of the given sales targetsRequired Qualifications:
Education
Minimum High School Degree
Professional Expertise
Minimum 2 years of retail experience in similar position
Specific CompetenciesGood command of sales and negotiation skills
Customer oriented
Team Player
Result oriented and have a positive attitude
Ability to plan and organize
Ability to work in a multinational/multicultural environmentAt LC Waikiki, we take the time to review each and every application due to LC Waikiki prerequisites. If your application found appropriate we will contact you via phone or email.
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