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  • Credit Risk Senior Manager/Manager Senior Software Engineer And Solution Architect

    Credit Risk Senior Manager/Manager Senior Software Engineer And Solution Architect

    Roles and responsibilities

    Senior Manager/Manager who will work as a project leader/project team member working for any one of the following areas

    IFRS 9 regulations. The candidate should have sound understanding of policies, procedures, and regulatory reporting requirements.
    Rating Model Validation across all portfolios, well versed with Basel requirements as per WP14 and global best practices.
    Credit policy & processes, credit scoring, credit risk modelling.
    Risk analytics and modelling.

    Thorough understanding of the credit risk management as per Basel II&III guidelines.
    Sound knowledge of regulatory requirements and emerging areas of risk Hands-on experience in Credit Policy & processes, Credit Scoring, Credit Risk Modelling, regulatory requirements and preferably should have played a role in defining them.
    Interact with the client representatives for the ongoing requirements of the project.
    Consistently deliver quality client services and take charge of the project area assigned to him/her.
    Monitor progress, manage risk, and verify key stakeholders are kept informed about progress and expected outcomes.
    Demonstrate in-depth technical capabilities and professional knowledge. Demonstrate ability to assimilate to new knowledge.
    Possess good business acumen. Remain current on new developments in advisory services capabilities and industry knowledge.
    The job would require travel to client locations anywhere over the Globe.

    Qualifications and experience

    8-12 years of experience in Banks, Rating Agencies, Consulting Firms, Corporate Treasury, Analytical Software Companies.
    CFA/ FRM degrees will be preferred.
    Knowledge of risk management system (SAS, Oracle, SPSS etc) and language (R, VBA, Python, Java, C++ etc) will be an added advantage.
    Possession or demonstration of undertaking FRM, credit risk certifications.

    Skills and attributes

    Excellent communication and presentation skills both written and oral.
    Outstanding analytical skills with ability to work on big data.
    Extensive knowledge in financial forecasting and statistical Modelling.
    Ability to work in a team sharing knowledge and providing guidance and technical advice. 
    Knowledge of East Africa regulatory regime for Banks.
    Knowledge of reporting methodologies, e.g. IFRS.
    A broad knowledge of banking products and bank processes.
    Experience in business development in the banking and financial services sectors. 
    Candidates with any of the following skills would be considered favourably:

    Modelling (e.g. Prophet, Axis, Igloo, Re Metrica).
    Programming (e.g. VBA, .NET, R, Python).

    If your career aspirations match this exciting opportunity, please use the link below to apply. – by 14 March 2022.

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  • MEAL Officer

    MEAL Officer

    Background
    IRK is currently focusing on three major themes: Sustainable Community Empowerment, Food security and livelihoods, Disaster Risk reduction (DRR); and Inclusive and protection
    Islamic Relief Kenya in pursuit to support and strengthen its operations, seeks to employ motivated, hardworking, and pro-active individuals to fill in the following position.
    Reporting To:                                      MEAL Coordinator
    Base Location:                                     100% Wajir
    Job Description
    The MEAL Officer will be a part of the Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) team, supporting implementation of the overall emergency response MEAL system. The position holder will assist MEAL team with activities, including data collection, database management and analysis, maintaining the Output and outcome Tracker (OT) and the Indicator Performance Tracking, planning and conduction field visits, assessments and evaluations, as well as providing general support in project data management. He/she will support the MEAL team and programme team to ensure learning and accountability systems are put in place and working effectively in IR projects. He/she will also ensure that there is regular, timely and context-specific, meaningful feedback from our staff, partners, programme participants which effectively informs and signals areas where strategic attention is required.
    Tasks and responsibilities
    Monitoring and Evaluation

    Contributing to programme updates for the response management and internal information sharing, on a regular basis.
    Consolidate output tracker data and support program team with data collection processes if needed
    Support program team and MEAL Coordinator with conducting assessments as needed with technical support from the MEAL Coordinator
    Participating in the development of tools and guidelines for data collection, collation and reporting, with a focus on establishing Indicator Performance Tracking Table by project and guided by the MEAL plan, systemically cross-check this data for quality, accuracy, and consistency, and providing timely feedback as necessary;
    Undertake regular monitoring to ensure project performance, quality, timeliness and accuracy vis-àvis logical framework approaches (LFAs), results frameworks, performance monitoring plans and emerging best practices;
    Lead monitoring of field level activities with quality benchmarks and course correction action planning

    Accountability & compliance
     

    Ensure accountability assessments are conducted and capacity of staff built to undertake accountability assessments.
    Support Beneficiary Accountability across all programmes in keeping with the Accountability Framework, ensure prompt follow-up on feedback received
    Support programming and field staff to ensure that projects are carried out with participation from all affected communities (including women) and that information is shared with affected communities.
    Maintain the Conflict and Feedback Mechanism database and conduct regular analysis to inform decision making and future project designs
    Ensure that all programmes are designed and implemented in accordance with CHS

    Programme Learning and documentation

    Work with programme staff to promote learning culture and ensure learning is shared across field offices by encouraging cross learning between and within sectorial teams, tracking trends and recommendations and progressing their implementation in the planning and project design where appropriate;
    Support in programme documentation and sharing of learnings at the field level.
    Participate in the design and implementation of quality evaluations (needs assessments, situational analysis, baseline, and end line assessments, real time evaluations etc;) by providing technical support and/or identifying resources within IR Kenya and externally;
    Support and/or promote utilization of data generated through MEAL activities and events such as monitoring visits, baselines, assessments, reviews, real time evaluations etc; by conducting regular and/or periodic trends analysis and producing short and precise internal reports in line with IR requirements

    Programme Quality

    Support proposal and concept note review, especially inputs such as the Logic model/theory of change, results frameworks, Programme Monitoring Framework and M & Plans
    Enhance technical quality of programme and project design through continuous trainings and reviews
    Support to examine programme implementation and assess possible improvements based on lessons learned, best practices, technical advances, etc

    Programme/projects Reporting

    Support in ensuring that all Islamic Relief Kenya internal reporting and donor requirements are met with timely, relevant, triangulated and well data validated.
    Ensures that necessary reporting components are lined up in advance of report deadlines and responsible persons are followed up on the schedule
    Support in consolidating the monthly program reports.

    Perform any other duties and responsibilities within the overall function of MEAL as and when requested

    QUALIFICATIONS AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

    At least a Bachelor degree in economics, statistics, development studies, M&E, social science or equivalent
    At least 3 years’ experience of working in M&E with experience of developing M&E plans, training staff, capacity building, quantitative and qualitative data collection, analysis and reporting and/or other aspects of M&E development contexts, preferably with solid experience in peace building or any or more than one of the Islamic Relief priority sectors: livelihoods, WASH, education, protection and emergency operations.
    Experience in setting up and/or managing M&E systems, preferably in INGO setting
    Knowledge and/or experience of working on accountability initiatives, such as information sharing and complaints response mechanisms.
    MS Office applications, Word, Excel, Power Point, Spread sheets and other Statistical software
    Ability and willingness to travel to field sites and work in remote locations, often for prolonged periods of time
    Knowledge of, European (ECHO, SNV, SIDA, DFID/UK Aid) and UN (UNICEF, WFP, OCHA, UNDP), USAID donor regulations, procedures and requirements;
    Full Knowledge and understanding of quality and accountability standards such as CHS among others
    Experience in and proven ability to support, train and mentor staff and partners in monitoring and evaluation methodology
    Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including influencing, negotiation and coaching
    Strong results orientation, with the ability to challenge existing mind sets
    Ability to present complex information in a succinct and compelling manner
    Knowledge of qualitative and quantitative research methods
    Fluency in English & Kiswahili
    Commitment to and understanding of Islamic Relief strategy, vision, mission, values and principle

    Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: Recruitment.irk@islamic-relief.or.ke using the position as subject of email.

    Apply via :

    Recruitment.irk@islamic-relief.or.ke

  • MEAL Assistant

    MEAL Assistant

    IRK is currently focusing on three major themes: Sustainable Community Empowerment, Food security and livelihoods, Disaster Risk reduction (DRR); and Inclusive and protection
    Islamic Relief Kenya in pursuit to support and strengthen its operations, seeks to employ motivated, hardworking, and pro-active individuals to fill in the following position.
    Reporting To:                                      MEAL Coordinator
    Base Location:                                     100% Wajir
    Job Description
    The MEAL Assistant will be a part of the Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) team, supporting implementation of the overall MEAL system. S/he will assist the MEAL and project team with activities, including data collection, database management and analysis, implementing post-distribution monitoring (PDM) as well as being the focal point for CRM for target communities. The MEAL Assistant will support all efforts for promoting a high level of beneficiary accountability, and will manage the feedback mechanism. The MEAL Assistant will work closely with the MEAL Officer to support data entry and management as needed. They will generally support the MEAL team and project team to ensure learning and accountability systems are working effectively in the implementation Ensure consistency within all the programs and practices.
    Tasks and responsibilities
    Monitoring and Evaluation

    Ensure all projects have DIPs and M&E plans which are updated on a monthly basis
    Support in collecting data needed for the outcome indicators and support Project Manager with data collection processes if needed
    Support MEAL team with conducting assessments as needed, facilitate focus groups and other qualitative data collection exercises
    Monitor activity implementation progress against objectives and work plans
    Lead in conducting post-distribution monitoring with targeted communities

    Accountability & compliance

    Conduct community visits, focus group discussions with beneficiaries and non-beneficiaries to receive feedback on Islamic Relief Kenya project activity
    Maintain the Complains and feedback received and ensuring a timely and appropriate follow-up if needed
    Support project field staff to ensure that projects are carried out with participation from all affected communities (including women) and that information is shared with affected communities.
    Work closely with field staff to collect data and implement activities to support beneficiary accountability
    Ensure that all programmes are implemented in accordance with CHS
    Support and work with communities through established institutional structures to enhance capacity, ownership, participation in the project.
    Ensure that the On-track system is updated on a monthly basis
    Ability to work on your own initiative as well as a part of a team.
    Any other duties that may be assigned by supervisor

    Programme Learning and documentation

    Work with the project teams and communication officer to ensure documentation of programme learning initiatives and outcomes (case studies, photos, lessons learnt, most significant change stories, etc)
    Participate in the documentation and dissemination of this learning to other team members to ensure that good practice is understood and adopted and information exchanged.
    Support in archiving pf programs documents at the country offices and field offices

    Programme Quality
     

    Conduct field monitoring visits as appropriate
    Support officers to review assessment results and identify key areas for improvement
    Support committees to propose solutions to problems identified, and to implement and assess progress of solutions.
    Support project officers to conduct specific assessments, including training, tool development and roll out etc
    Support project staff during training by ensuring pre and post-test are done for all trainings and documented

    Programme/projects Reporting

    Support in consolidation of monthly progress reports and share with the MEAL coordinator
    Work with MEAL project officers to gather information from the field for quarterly reports; ensure that reports explain inconsistencies and deviations from planning
    Ensure timely submission of high-quality activity and donor narrative reports
    Perform any other duties and responsibilities within the overall function of MEAL as and when requested.

     
     
    QUALIFICATIONS AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
     

    A minimum diploma level in Social Science related – Statistics, social work, sociology or equivalent field experience
    At least 1 and ½ years working with M&E for a recognized NGO.
    Previous relevant experience, such as data collection and analysis, customer service, reporting
    Demonstrated ability in community mobilization and community-level dialogue
    Strong skills in excel and other data management software preferably SPSS and STATA
    Fluent English, both spoken and written
    Excellent communication and influencing skills
    Politically and culturally sensitive with qualities of patience, tact and diplomacy
    The capacity and willingness to be extremely flexible and accommodating in difficult circumstances.
    Awareness of child protection issues
    Planning, organisation and administration skills
    IT literate with good understanding in MS Office applications, Word, Excel, Power Point, Spread sheets and other Statistical software
    Experience in using participatory methodologies in programme implementation, preferably involving children.
    Commitment to and understanding of Islamic Relief strategy, vision, mission, values and principles
    Enthusiastic with a positive attitude

    Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: Recruitment.irk@islamic-relief.or.ke using the position as subject of email.

    Apply via :

    Recruitment.irk@islamic-relief.or.ke

  • Infrastructure Advisory – Senior

    Infrastructure Advisory – Senior

    Position Summary 
    This role is geared for those with in-depth experience in construction / infrastructure project management and/or transaction advisory from business case development and feasibility studies, through construction procurement, project financing and project delivery.
    This individual will be part of the Infrastructure team supporting in the delivery of high-quality services to top tier public and private sector clients by bringing his / her advisory expertise to the team. He / she will be responsible for assisting with delivery on major capital / infrastructure projects, including those for government, private sector and development partners. Infrastructure sub-sectors include transport, mining, power and utilities, oil and gas, construction, real estate and social infrastructure.
    Key roles and responsibilities
    This individual will assist the leadership team in day-to-day engagement management on specific projects and will:

    Assist the Managers, Directors and Partners in delivering services to our various clients in the transport and infrastructure space.
    Provide leadership, direction, and guidance to junior team members.
    Review the work of junior members of the team and provide training where necessary.
    Develop and present client materials including status reports, project reports and presentations.
    Actively participate in the hands-on delivery of projects and programmes which may include programme. design and development; benefits and quality management; stakeholder management; portfolio management; programme and project planning including milestone management; and risk and issue management.
    Preparation of proposals to target clients and support in business development efforts.
    Maintain relationships with key client contacts.

     
    Skills & Qualifications
    The ideal candidate has:

    A Bachelor’s degree in a business-related course from a reputable university.
    Project feasibility, options, procurement, appraisal and / or project structuring experience. 
    4-6 years of experience in corporate finance / transaction services and / or infrastructure project management.
    Strong interest in large complex projects, Public Private Partnerships (PPP), infrastructure, government, construction and engineering.
    Experience building project financial models.
    Experience drafting business plans and feasibility studies.
    Be a team player, capable of coaching and developing infrastructure staff.
    Strong research, analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
    Good interpersonal and client relationship skills.
    Strong report writing skills.
    Strong Microsoft Excel / data analysis and manipulation skills.
    Strong written and verbal business communication skills.
    Proven ability to multi-task and ensure effective delivery of competing priorities to meet targets and objectives.

    Apply via :

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  • Team Leader for the Local Fund Agent for the Global Fund

    Team Leader for the Local Fund Agent for the Global Fund

    About the job
    KPMG is a leading provider of professional services including audit, tax and advisory. Our International Development Advisory Services (IDAS) unit adopts a pan-African approach to development work, combining dedicated experienced sector experts with KPMG professionals. Headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya with hubs across the continent, IDAS manages and coordinates programmes and projects throughout Africa to ensure consistency of delivery, results and impact. KPMG East Africa is the Local Fund Agent (LFA) for the Global Fund in Sudan, South Sudan and Eritrea. The LFA is the eyes and the ears of the Global Fund, providing oversight during implementation of the grants and reporting to the Global Fund Secretariat.
    We are seeking a high caliber individual for the role of Team Leader for our LFA team. The position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya with frequent travel to LFA portfolio countries, other countries in Africa and occasionally donor countries.
    Team Leader for the Local Fund Agent for the Global Fund
    The Team Leader reports to the Fund Portfolio Manager and Country Team of the Global Fund based in Geneva and will lead the LFA in-country team in our LFA portfolio countries. The Team Leader will provide both on-site and remote direction to LFA country teams, and review all LFA deliverables to the Global Fund.
    The successful candidate must have the following profile:
    Profile

    Masters degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Public Administration, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Public Health, Social Sciences or related field.
    Extensive experience in the design, management, monitoring and evaluation of public health programmes especially in HIV/ AIDS, TB and/or Malaria.
    At least 10 years’ experience working with donors and international development agencies including in Africa.
    Experience with The Global Fund and other major development programs in different countries is an added advantage.
    Experience in managing complex multiple projects effectively and efficiently to meet timelines and in achieving program success.
    Strong interpersonal skills, diplomacy and tact to effectively communicate with senior-level officials, multiple stakeholders and professionals from diverse cultural and professional backgrounds.
    In addition, the successful candidate should be able to contribute to the KPMG IDAS strategy execution and support business development in our healthcare consulting practice.

    We offer:

    An exciting opportunity to work with a Big 4 firm on cutting edge development programmes across Africa.
    Continuous learning and development.
    Exposure to multi-disciplinary client service teams.
    Unrivalled space to grow and be innovative.

    Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.*

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  • HR Consultant – Associate

    HR Consultant – Associate

    Key roles and responsibilities:

    Participate in business development activities which will include the preparation of proposals, bids, quotations etc. and including pitching for jobs.
    Assist and participate in a broad range of People and Change assignments such as organisation review and design, salary surveys, job evaluation, executive search and selection HR audits and due diligence etc.
    Build an understanding of client businesses and share value adding insights such as changes to key personnel, launch of new services/ products, opening or closure of operations etc.
    Observe 100% compliance to Quality and Risk Management Policies, Standards and Procedures and ensure all activities are executed in line with the laid down requirements including completing risk management processes, maintaining files and documentation, ensuring own compliance etc.
    Manage engagement performance through attending kick offs and debriefs.
    Establish and nurture strong value add working relationships with engagement teams, clients and other business units.

    Indicators of good performance:

    Meets and exceeds BU KPIs for level
    Exhibits commercial awareness
    Client focused delivery that is effective and efficient
    Positive feedback from the clients and managers on excellent execution of the role
    Demonstrates creativity and innovation in the way they work
    Successful delivery of the risk initiatives as they arise.

    Academic, professional qualifications & experience:

    Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, IT or any business-related course.
    Holds a Professional certification in HR
    At least 1-2 years’ working experience in Human Resources with relevant exposure in HR Consulting
    Well-developed presentation, proposal and report writing, communication and interpersonal skills.
    Experience working in a professional services consulting form will be an added advantage

    If your career aspirations match this exciting opportunity, please use the link below to apply.

    Apply via :

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  • Country Director – Kenya

    Country Director – Kenya

    Primary Function/Purpose
    IFES is currently recruiting for a long-term Country Director (“CD”) position for its operations in Kenya. This includes an FCDO-funded program entitled Kenya Elections Support Programme (KESP), which is expected to build upon electoral reforms previously supported by FCDO in Kenya to contribute to a credible, peaceful and inclusive 2022 general election in Kenya. The CD serves as IFES’ primary in-country representative and coordinator of programming with local and international actors while providing expert-level technical support to stakeholders and ensuring successful completion of project activities.They also provide technical support to key institutions, in areas such as legal framework reform, strategic and operational planning, communications, voter education and others. The CD will direct technical implementation of IFES programs within the assigned location and oversee management of the IFES project field office.
    This position would be based in Nairobi, Kenya, and report to IFES’ Regional Director forAfrica.
    JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
    MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
    Technical Direction and Program Implementation

    Serve as IFES’ senior election technical advisor for the assigned project, providing technical support and advice to various government and non-government stakeholders.
    Provide strategic support and assistance in integrating the elections component with other components of the program;
    Evaluate strategies and activities on an ongoing basis to ensure maximum impact, proactively identifying appropriate next steps;
    Provide technical assistance that is well-founded on global best practice and comparative experience.
    Oversee the day-to-day management of IFES’ project(s) in Kenya.
    Oversee the design, implementation, and evaluation of program strategies and activities.
    Prepare and manage the implementation of the project(s) annual work plans in fulfillment of the project’s strategic objectives and goals, and within the allocated budget.
    Establish and maintain close working relationships with local government and non-government stakeholders, including high-level officials.
    Establish and maintain working relationships with international NGOs and the donor community to ensure successful implementation of the project and avoid duplication of efforts.
    Coordinate closely with consultants and field experts on program components.
    Lead the drafting and timely submission of detailed, combined reports to HQ, and ensure that they meet donor and IFES reporting requirements.
    Lead and/or contribute to written technical reports, briefing papers, and IFES thought pieces, both program-specific and non-program specific.
    Represent IFES in global, regional, national and sub-national events and in international meetings, at donor meetings and other fundraising activities, as speaker and/or spokesperson for IFES.
    Ensure the highest quality of program monitoring, evaluation, reporting, and communications.
    Perform other duties as assigned.

    Management

    Ensure, in conjunction with the IFES HQ team, compliance with IFES and donor rules and regulations, particularly with respect to fiscal management.
    Establish strong working relationships with the field staff to facilitate the completion of program tasks in a timely manner and within the allocated budget.
    Provide general supervision and mentoring of local and international field staff, including performance appraisals, staff development and other management issues.
    In coordination with IFES/HQ, assist in the identification, recruitment, and hiring of in-country office staff, as well as local and international technical consultants.
    Assist in program development for IFES in Kenya by identifying additional technical needs in- country, contributing to the development of project proposals and reaching out to the international donor community in an effort to diversify IFES funding sources.
    Serve as the primary coordinator for the project, which includes primary responsibility for the overall success and implementation of the project, including but not limited to, effective coordination of partners’ joint activities, regular reporting and meeting with the local FCDO/Kenya Mission and proper sharing of programming information among project partners. Perform other duties as assigned by the Regional Director or IFES senior management.

    POSITION SCOPE: Serves as primary in-country representative and directs the technical implementation of IFES programming for assigned project. Oversees the management of assigned field office. In conjunction with IFES HQ, ensures compliance with IFES’ and the donor rules and regulations. Recommends policies, controls and procedures to guide performance.
    DECISION MAKING/PROBLEM SOLVING: Evaluates risk factors with potential to disrupt achievement of strategic goals and sets appropriate course of action in response. Investigates and analyzes current information from various sources and in various formats to inform decisionmaking and the development of protocols and procedures. Leads development and oversees implementation of strategies to track and mitigate risk and its potential impact.
    FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY: Ensures the completion of program tasks in a timely manner and within the allocated budget.Ensures compliance with IFES and the donor rules and regulations, particularly with regard to fiscal management. Oversees preparation and presentation of financial reports to internal and external partners. Oversee and approve local and international procurement in accordance with IFES policies and donor rules and regulations. Authority to regularly make purchases and incur expenses, subject to established controls and procedures.
    RELATIONSHIPS: Serves as primary in-country representative of IFES with local and international actors. Develops, manages and maintains collaborative working relationship with senior level stakeholders within and outside IFES to ensure timely and successful achievement of project goals and objectives. Represents IFES in global, regional, national and sub-national events and in international meetings, and at donor events and fundraising activities, as a spokesperson for IFES
    SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Supervises and mentors local and international field staff and provides oversight and management of consultants and field experts.Leads project planning,monitoring and evaluation.
    POSITION REQUIREMENTS
    Education: Master’s degree in international politics, international development, public policy, or related field
    Experience: 

    Minimum of 15 years’experience in election administration and international program management.
    Familiarity with political,economic and social context within assigned region.
    Proven track record with democracy and governance programming in developing countries; solid experience working with civil society and in designing and implementing civic programs; solid experience working with elections management bodies in election administration capacity development, training, drafting of elections procedures, logistics and planning, outreach and engagement of electoral stakeholders is required.
    Experience working on policy, democracy and governance programs. Excellent knowledge of Kenya’s civil society, Election Management Body and policy landscape and stakeholders.
    Demonstrated ability to quickly build and consolidate relationships.
    Familiarity with the international donor community and experience as an action-oriented interlocutor with democracy-development actors at all levels.
    Demonstrated knowledge of multiple donor rules, regulations and priorities, including FCDO.
    Demonstrated knowledge in proposal and report writing and management of budget

    Related Skills Or Knowledge

    Prior experience managing an international office in a politically sensitive and challenging environment.
    Extensive knowledge of all technical aspects of electoral processes.
    Exceptional communication skills with a strong ability to deliberate complex political issues and build consensus.
    Ability to remain highly organized while handling multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
    Willingness to adhere to all principles of confidentiality and impartiality.
    Ability to supervise and support office operations.
    Excellent writing and reporting skills. Ability and skills to promote and inspire effective collaboration between individuals.
    Ability to show initiative, good judgement and resourcefulness.

    All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment/promotions and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

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  • Database Administrator

    Database Administrator

    Key roles and responsibilities

    Task code and client code opening.
    Closing task codes.
    Reopening terminated task codes.
    Changing task code name, fee limit, manager assigned to it, depending on the request.
    Creation of users in the database.
    Backup maintenance of the systems.
    Support to the Finance departments in Uganda, Rwanda and Tanzania for matters that need interaction with the database such as task code maintenance.
    Preparation of various reports for the business unit.
    Maintenance of the task codes WIP reports.
    Contribution to resolution of compliance findings as required in a timely manner.
    Perform all tasks above as per user requests and SLA guidelines.

    Academic, professional qualifications and experience

    Bachelor’s degree in an IT-related field or other degree, supplemented by relevant professional qualifications.
    Relevant IT qualification (accounting qualification would be an added advantage).
    2 – 4 years’ database experience in a busy Finance or IT environment.
    Knowledge of working with Finance systems.

    Technical skills and competencies:

    Strong analytical, writing and communication skills.
    Understanding of global development issues.
    Experience working in a complex, fast-moving environment and dealing professionally with multiple stakeholders.
    Ability to build collaborative relationships with others inside and outside the organisation.
    Team player.

    Personal attributes:

    Attention to detail.
    Excellent interpersonal and team building skills, ability to organize and motivate others as well as work in a multi-cultural environment.
    Great inter-personal skills, quick to learn and result oriented.

    We offer:

    An exciting opportunity to work with a Big 4 firm on cutting edge development programmes across Africa.
    Continuous learning and development.
    Exposure to multi-disciplinary client service teams.
    Unrivalled space to grow and be innovative.
    Opportunity for international travel.

    Apply via :

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  • Senior Boundary and Delimitation Training Expert – Kenya

    Senior Boundary and Delimitation Training Expert – Kenya

    IFES is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

    All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment/promotions and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. IFES takes affirmative action with respect to the employment and promotion of women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and covered veterans. IFES will also take affirmative action on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity.

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    Division: Program Management

    Status: Consultant

    Position Number: 22:038

    About IFES

    IFES advances democracy for a better future. We collaborate with civil society, public institutions, and the private sector to build resilient democracies that deliver for all. Our technical assistance and applied research develop trusted electoral bodies capable of conducting credible elections; effective and accountable governing institutions; civic and political processes in which all people can safely and equally participate; and innovative ways in which technology and data can positively serve elections and democracy .

    About The Programme

    IFES is currently implementing a program that is expect to build upon electoral reforms previously supported by FCDO/DFID in Kenya to contribute to credible, peaceful, and inclusive 2022 general elections in Kenya. Part of this support is to boundary delimitation processes. IFES’ current program in Kenya seeks to safeguard the integrity of the 2022 electoral processes through several initiatives one of which is boundary delimitation. Boundary delimitation is a critical component of the electoral process that shapes and informs a wide range of other election-related processes .

    Job Responsibilities

    Job Responsibilities

    To date, the commission has begun preparations to conduct the boundary review process. In support of this effort, IFES is supporting a training on boundary delimitation for key commission technical staff. The Expert will conduct an assessment of the legal implications and requirements of the potential revisions of the current delimitations. Further, the Expert will serve as the technical facilitator for a training on boundary delimitation. The Expert will also participate throughout the training in discussions on potential electoral systems and boundary delimitation reforms in Kenya, and their possible impacts.

    Under this consultancy, the Senior Boundaries and Delimitation Training Expert shall have the following duties and responsibilities:

    Conduct an assessment of the legal implications and requirements of the potential revisions of the current delimitations of constituencies.
    Prepare documentation/presentation assessment of opportunities and risks of potential revisions relevant to the Kenyan content.
    Train commission technical staff to understand: a) experiences and case studies from other governments on the decision-making process on matters concerning delimitation; b) the current proposal of new polling stations and proposed approaches in demarcation.

    DELIVERABLES

    Materials developed and utilized during the presentations for training of the participants which the Expert helped produce.
    Assessment brief following the conduct of the assessment outlined in the scope.
    Training report, recommendations and other documents developed under the consultancy.

    EDUCATION And QUALIFICATIONS

    Bachelor degree in project/program management, law, or other governance-related fields, strongly preferred.
    16 + years of professional experience including experience in boundary delimitation processes.
    Experience and demonstrated understanding of social and political complexities associated with delimitation in different parts of the world
    Experience with providing training, mentoring and/or capacity building support, preferably on the topic of boundary delimitation.
    Strong team player with ability to communicate with a wide range of partners.
    Competency with Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
    Experience engaging high level officials and senior electoral officers within election commissions a plus.

    Level of Effort

    This consultancy position can either be in-person or remote depending on the availability of the final Expert selected. There is a potential that the selected Expert will travel to Kenya in support of the program.

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  • Microsoft D365 F&O Architect – Readvertisement

    Microsoft D365 F&O Architect – Readvertisement

    Key job duties or responsibilities:
    Implementation / Project Delivery: Owns the functional and technical end-to-end solution:

    Ensures end-to-end solution cohesion and correctness.
    Designs and takes responsibility of the governance for an integrated system that meets the product-owner’s vision.
    Assesses the systems architecture currently in place and works with technical staff to continually improve it.
    Provides leadership and guidance to the team throughout the implementation to ensure accurate delivery of project plans.
    Owns the specifications and requirements into the systems architecture.
    Assists the Product Owners / functional resources with requirements gathering and provides design guidance.
    Facilitates discussions with business and technical stakeholders to translate the critical business requirements and present a technical vision and solutions in the form of software products, customizations, and integrations.
    Provides regular updates on any developments in systems architecture projects.
    Articulate deep knowledge of the Dynamics 365 platform especially Finance and Operations with a particular strength in identifying what can be delivered out of the box and when it is fitting to use custom development.
    Assist GDN Leadership to design and present high-impact messages to customer’s senior level management
    Ability to successfully communicate complex topics regarding solutions and related projects to audiences both with and without deep technical skills.
    Provides current best practices and solution alternatives as part of functional or technical design documents.
    Communicates effectively with clients, leads meetings and workshops.

    Presales and Sales Support

    Devises scope and owns estimates for sales proposals and statements of work
    Researches continuously current and emerging technologies and proposes changes where needed

    Contribute to KPMG’s Global D365 Architect Community

    Specialist input and QA oversight of the regional sales and delivery opportunities
    Provides F&O SME input to local implementation engagements across the globe.
    Assist the GDN Regional Deployment Lead with driving initiatives within the assigned GDN Region
    Provide solutioning support for multiple, local sales opportunities
    Mentoring and monitoring performance and development of Local architect teams

    Critical Technical Skills or competencies

    Strong organisational and leadership skills.
    Excellent communication skills, both verbally and writing to a variety of technical and non-technical audiences.
    Proficient at working in diverse multi-national teams
    Sound knowledge of Agile Methodology, DevOps, Configuration Management and Automation Tools.
    In-depth experience in areas such as Azure Platform, Power Platform, D365, Integration Patterns, Object Oriented Design, Test Driven Development, DevOps.

    Qualifications and experience

    Relevant D365 F&O certification
    Bachelor’s degree from a recognised University
    Preferred MBA or certification(s) in a business function
    A Minimum of 10 years working experience with a minimum 5 years in implementing and leading cloud based managed services engagements and a minimum of 3 years’ experience specifically implementing and leading D365 F&O implementations.
    Proven track record of meeting SLA’s and meeting customer expectations
    Prior experience with functional ERP/Finance/HCM/SCM/EPM/Procurement implementation and participation in 3 or more implementations / support projects 
    Experience implementing technology solutions that drive functional transformation 
    Understanding of the project life cycle and supporting activities
    Willingness to collaborate with the architectural community and travel as required
    Other EA certifications for example TOGAF will be an added advantage.

    We offer

    A fantastic opportunity to work in an exciting professional services firm on multi sectoral engagements.
    Continuous learning and development
    Exposure to multi-disciplinary client service teams
    Unrivalled space to grow and be innovative.

    If your career aspirations match this exciting opportunity, please forward your CV on or before 08 February 2022 giving details of your qualifications and experience to talentrecruit@kpmg.co.ke and strictly quote ‘Consulting Technology/F&O Architect/Jan 2022’.Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

    Apply via :

    talentrecruit@kpmg.co.ke