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  • Technical Manager, Monitoring and Assessment Remote Sensing Analysts

    Technical Manager, Monitoring and Assessment Remote Sensing Analysts

    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
    The Food Security -IAP M&A Technical Manager will have the following main responsibilities.
    In close consultation with the Food Security IAP partners, develop a framework for the Program M&A system including indicators to be monitored by the regional Hub and all projects
    Provide technical oversight and coordination for component 3.1 and 3.2 to assure relevance, efficiency and quality
    Develop technical training materials and disseminate and maintain them on the Vital Signs website
    Develop linkages to other national and regional web portals to ensure broad regional output
    Conduct training workshops to build capacity of partners and stakeholders
    Identify the M&A focal point for each country project and engage with them on a constant basis
    Lead the recruitment process for all service providers required for the implementation of project related activities, including the development of specific technical terms of reference and preparation of detailed work plans, as well as defining and agreeing on the exact nature and timing of the deliverables with each.
    Contribute to reporting structures as laid out in the IAP documentation and the preparation of the Annual Work Plan and Budget.
    Undertake any other duties, within her/his area of competence, as assigned by CI as it relates to this project
    QUALIFICATIONS
    A higher degree in statistics, quantitative ecology or agroecology, with sound knowledge of monitoring and assessment, including sampling design and statistical analysis.
    A minimum of four years of experience in the fields of monitoring and assessment with demonstrated quantitative skills in trend analysis with proficiency in analysing and interpreting results.
    Proven track record in managing projects; proficiency in report preparation, results monitoring and evaluation.
    Highly organized and strong attention to detail.
    Experience conducting training workshops or teaching at the undergraduate level.
    Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work effectively with multicultural, multidisciplinary teams to produce positive results.
    Database and web site management and excellent knowledge of statistical packages, including Programming in R.
    Excellent spoken and written English are required and knowledge in French would be an advantage.
    WORKING CONDITIONS
    Typical office environment but may require working in remote Africa locations.
    Ability to work extended and irregular hours
    Frequent travel over 30% may be necessary.
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  • Wholesale Supervisor

    Wholesale Supervisor

    Job Details
    Duties:
    Identify prospective customers by following  leads from existing clients, and market intelligence
    Contact new and existing customers regularly to discuss their needs and to explain  how specific products and services can meet these needs
    Help customers select products based on the customers’ needs, product specifications, and regulations
    Analyze customers’ needs and requirements to gain insight  on technical knowledge of product capabilities and limitations
    Answer customers’ questions about prices, availability, and product uses
    Negotiate prices and terms of sale and service agreements
    Prepare sales contracts and submit orders for processing
    Collaborate with colleagues to exchange information, such as selling strategies and marketing information
    Follow up with customers to make sure they are satisfied with their purchases and  deliveries from the distributor
    Increase company product sales range within the wholesale channel.
    Ensure sales targets and volumes are met within the whole sale channel
    Evaluate the Route to Market efficiency and improve on the structure.
    • Increase company product sales range within the wholesale channel. • Ensure sales targets and volumes are met within the whole sale channel • Evaluate the Route to Market efficiency and improve on the structure. Qualifications: • Bachelor’s Degree in Business + Diploma in Business studies • 3 years’ work experience in a similar role + Computer Literate

  • Administration and Office Manager

    Administration and Office Manager

    Responsibilities fr the Admin & Office Manager Job
    Administrative
    Ensure core team and consultant teams have all documents needed (printed and/or scanned to carry out their work in a timely manner
    Handle all incoming and outgoing correspondence for the office (letters, faxes, and courier), calls and manage the office filing system
    Order, issue and monitor supply and usage of office stationery and evaluation project supplies
    Track office supply inventory and procure additional when needed
    Develop, update, and maintain monitoring log for assigned assets, i.e. computers, lightings, etc.
    Develop quarterly updates and reporting for assigned assets inventory
    Manage the ESPS central electronic filing system
    Manage Staff Attendance Book
    Function as fleet supervisor, keeping track of where vehicle is at all times, manages day-to-day staff needs for the vehicle and approves staff use of vehicle based priorities for the day
    Keep Roster of selected/authorized vendors for vehicle maintenance to date
    Oversee driver maintenance of log book, reviewing bi-weekly to ensure proper maintenance; completes PO and provides funds to driver for refueling
    Keep petty cash, completing all paperwork required for use of petty cash and reconciles petty cash account on a weekly basis
    Keep electronic version TO calendars updated per Senior M&E Advisor’s input Human Resources
    Act as primary recruiter for all local consultants, working closely with local senior management to identify qualified candidates for specific TOs both from the data base, as well as sourcing candidates externally
    Update at least quarterly Organization and Individual ESPS Roster(s)
    Ensure that rosters are complete, accurate and without error prior to submission to USAID in quarterly report
    Liaise with HQ HR to ensure that local hires meet GOK labor laws
    Advise COP and DCOP on labor laws to ensure ESPS compliance with all hiring and dismissal procedures according to the GOK law
    Maintain staff files including leave requests, tracking with FM of leave hours, sick hours etc.
    Managerial
    Supervise additional personnel including driver and cleaner
    Appraise of all direct reports minimum annually
    Additional Duties/Tasks and Responsibilities
    Carry out other tasks as directed by the supervisor or COP through the supervisor
    Qualifications for the Admin & Office Manager Job
    Impeccable capacity to coordinate various support activities
    Efficient time and resource management
    Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
    Ability to work well under pressure
    Ability to work with core team and HQ to recruit excellent consultants; keep consultant rosters current and accurate
    A Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field is required
    At least four years of experience working in an administrative role, or relevant formal training in administration or related field
    Prior experience working on a US Government, UN or World Bank funded project is highly preferred
    Experience performing basic administrative tasks in an office environment
    Ability to work independently and collaboratively with the program team
    Fluency in oral and written English
    Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
    Demonstrated ability to manage processes and maintain accurate records
    Demonstrated effective organizational skills and ability to handle work in an efficient and timely manner
    Good interpersonal skills; ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment
    Working Conditions: Work is performed in a typical corporate office environment.
    Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to twenty five pounds.

  • Remote Sensing Analyst Technical Manager, Monitoring & Assessment

    Remote Sensing Analyst Technical Manager, Monitoring & Assessment

    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES  
      S/he will have the following main responsibilities:
    Develop baseline land cover maps for all projects that have geo-referenced spatial boundaries at 30m and at   very high resolution, where data are available.
    Develop a regional-scale land cover map (30m)
    Perform modelling and classification analyses using time-series datasets (e.g., climate, satellite, and reanalysis data) for ecosystem modelling and climate variability research, including generating customized code, based on R and Python, for large volume data processing and analysis
    Capacity building for expanding the use of the data, methods and tools to other countries and regions
    Contribute written input and technical guidance to the IAP project
    Manage the highly visible, complex technical IAP project including meeting donor deadlines
    Manage external partner relationships including development of capacity and generation of outputs to guide partners in making decisions.
    Contribute to reporting structures as laid out in the IAP documentation and the preparation of the Annual Work Plan and Budget.
    Undertake any other duties, within her/his area of competence, as assigned by CI as it relates to this project    
    QUALIFICATIONS
    Advanced degree in remote sensing, geography or earth science.
    7 or more years of experience in scientific research and/or managing remote sensing or research projects or initiatives.
    Demonstrated scientific writing experience, including peer-reviewed publications
    Proven ability in successfully interpreting and applying scientific information, data, models and developing creative solutions to achieve practical results.
    Proven track record in project management design and implementation.  
    Proven team player able to work effectively across cultures and within and across organizations.
    Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
    Highly organized and strong attention to detail.  
    Demonstrated problem solving skills and ability to build on existing knowledge to develop new approaches.
    Excellent analytical skills.
    Proficient in statistical and/or GIS software systems and procedures, and skilled in using new software applications
    Proven technical expertise in habitat monitoring, land degradation methodologies and analyses, and ecosystem modeling using a range of remote sensing techniques, image sources, and GIS
    WORKING CONDITIONS
    Typical office environment but may require working in remote Africa locations.
    Ability to work extended and irregular hours
    Frequent travel over 30% may be necessary.
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  • Chief of Party Deputy Chief of Party and Senior Technical Director Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist Health Systems Strengthening Advisor Director of Finance and Administration

    Chief of Party Deputy Chief of Party and Senior Technical Director Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist Health Systems Strengthening Advisor Director of Finance and Administration

    Key Responsibilities
    Set the project strategic vision, guide planning, and manage implementation of project activities related to HIV service planning, management and coordination.
    Oversee contract management and ensure compliance with USAID policies and regulations.
    Supervise both technical and administrative project components, including project compliance and financial management.
    Manage relationships with the Ministry of Health, other government health departments and agencies, USAID and implementing partners.
    Manage and supervise project staff.
    Oversee effective project data management, monitoring and reporting.
    Required Qualifications
    Master degree or higher in public health, business administration, health services administration, health systems strengthening or another relevant field.
    Bachelor Degree in medicine, nursing or other relevant field with experience in HIV service management.
    Minimum of 15 years of relevant work experience in a supervisory role with at least 10 years of senior management experience
    At least 3 years of experience managing USAID- and/or PEPFAR-funded programs and at least five years of experience managing development programs outside of Kenya.
    Demonstrated experience personnel management of diverse teams of staff representing multiple partners and addressing various project elements.
    Previous experience supporting government health systems managers in strengthening HIV service management.
    Outstanding leadership and management capabilities with demonstrated achievements in interpersonal relationship management, written and oral presentation skills and partner coordination.
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  • Regional Manager- Coast

    Regional Manager- Coast

    Responsibilities:
    SummaryThe Regional Manager represents AHF’s mission and core values on a county basis while developing relationships with community resources and growing AHF’s business lines within the Region. The Regional Manager maintains extensive knowledge of standards of HIV/AIDS care and knowledge of contracts for services and programs. Essential Duties & Responsibilities
    SummaryThe Regional Manager represents AHF’s mission and core values on a local and county basis while developing relationships with community resources and growing AHF’s business lines within the Region. The Regional Manager maintains extensive knowledge of standards of HIV/AIDS care and knowledge of contracts for services and programs.  
    Leadership and Management
    As a Manager, he/she oversees AHF medical operations in the county and supports the Medical Director to efficiently and effectively deliver quality clinical services in the state/region.
    Provides technical support to the Prevention and Treatment program and ensures linkage of outreach activities to treatment and care program through well-established processes of patient linkages and service integration
    Attends key technical partners meetings and provides feedback to management through the Medical Director
    Ensures that CMEs are conducted in all sites and participates in the facilitation of CME sessions.
    Leads the development of work plans for the sites within his/region
    He/she participates in staff need assessment, interviewing, and induction of new hired staff. 
    He/she participates in setting performance targets and staff appraisal, disciplining and addressing complaints of employees under his/her supervision.
    Supports the operations of the programs in the region to ensure efficient service delivery in each site/program area
    Ensures standard quality of clinical services is delivered at all AHF supported sites in the region. He/She will lead quality assurance initiatives in the region
    Provides periodic comprehensive support supervision reports, adhering to the tools provided by AHF
    Promotes the implementation of standard operating procedures for all activities relating to good clinical practice and ensures functional QI teams are in existence at site levels
    Supervises and implements quality management activities and quality benchmarks monitoring, facilitation of quality assurance and quality improvement sessions.
    Strengthens and ensures TB/HIV, PMTCT, ART, SMC services are delivered in an integrated service delivery model.
    Ensures optimal operations of the laboratory services, including  functioning of sample referral networks at regional level
    Provides on-site technical support and mentoring to the field staff and coordinate M&E of the project
    Ensures effective  patient flow in all sites, especially those with high volume of patients and coordinate  time motion surveys to monitor performance
    Oversees the timely collection, compilation and reporting of routine and specific data to guide decision making at site, regional and country program level.
    Identifies early warning resistance indicators and intervention strategies
    Remains updated on current trends and standards in clinical management of HIV/AIDS and related illnesses
    Participates in the elaboration/monitoring of annual targets and ensure that they are achieved in all regional sites
    Is the point person for management of difficult cases
    Spends at least 3 days per week providing direct  patient care
    Supervisory Responsibilities:
    Provides direct supervision and mentorship to doctors, nurses, laboratory scientists, pharmacy technician working in the different facilities in the region to ensure continuous growth and learning
    Ensures timely compilation and submission of monthly drug inventory reports in coordination with the Program Pharmacist
    Works with the program pharmacist  to ensure that pharmacy operations are in accordance with good pharmacy practices
    Identifies and promotes operational research at site level and builds capacity among the staff  in case presentations and elaboration of scientific papers
    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.    The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
    Qualifications:
    Education and/or Experience
    Must be a Medical Doctor from a recognizable institution. Additional qualification in  Health systems management or public health will be an added advantage
    Minimum of Five years medical/health service experience preferred with a sound knowledge of basic medical disciplines to allow for accurate diagnosis and appropriate management of clinical problems.
    Three years or more of recent experience with HIV/AIDS treatment; two years minimum of administration and program management experience with knowledge of clinical protocols and procedures in the management of HIV related diseases.
    Experience in planning and budgeting  required
    Experience in quality management and assurance practices desired
    Computer/Software Skills & Abilities
    To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of contact management systems; database software, spreadsheets and word processing systems.
    Language Skills
    Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
    Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
    Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format.
    Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
    Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
    Mathematical Skills
    Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference.
    Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.  Reasoning Ability
    Ability to define problems, collects data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
    Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
    Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. 
    Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.Other Skills & Abilities/Qualifications
    Must be able to travel 25 % of the time.
    Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
    Sensitivity to cultural, socioeconomic, ethnic, sexual orientation, and HIV/AIDS issues.
    Skill in communicating openly on sexual topics without prejudice.

  • Programme Officer

    Programme Officer

    The purpose of the role is to improve the financial sustainability of the organisation by developing and writing grant proposals to governments, multi-lateral organisations and foundations,identifying opportunities  for the organisation to diversify its funding streams and increase its income capacity;and to ensure that the impact of ARTICLE 19 Eastern Africa’s work is identified, captured, shared,learned from and communicated to key internal and external stakeholders.
    About The Role
    The role is responsible for assembling and submitting grant requests’ establish and maintain personal contact and relationships with foundations and government contacts, conduct prospect research,and maintain a calendar of submission sand other deadlines.
    Also develop and implement monitoring and evaluation systems to effectively plan,implement,capture,analyse and report the impact of the organization’s programmatic work.
    You will be required to work closely with programme managers to enhance our entire project planning cycle to improve the effectiveness and quality of our work and theproduction of timely and high quality evidence-based reporting. This work will not only allow us to meet increasing donor demands,but also to provide key information that will enable us to make better inform ed resource decisions.
    Responsibilities for the Programme Officer Jobs
    Fundraising
    Contribute to an organisational fundraising strategy for grant-based income to support the overall strategic aims and objectives of the organisation.
    Based on the strategy, identify fundraising targets through prospect research and recommend potential funding opportunities.
    Develop and maintain good relationships with existing and potential foundations and funders.
    WorkcloselywiththefundraisingofficerinLondonandprogramstaffintosupportthe development of fundraising proposals in keeping with the overall strategy.
    Lead on the development and production of grant proposals in the regional Office; persuasively communicating the organisation’s mission and programs to potential funders;
    Coordinate with relevant staff all application activities, including planning, writing, document gathering,communications and final submissions.
    Work with programmes and finance staff to develop accurate budget information for all proposal applications.
    Manage final submission,ensuring that all required paper work is fully compliant with applications requirements and is submitted in a timely manner.
    Design and manage a database to ensure all contacts and submissions are fully documented for reference purposes.
    Maintain a calendar to ensure timely submission of letters of inquiry, proposal deadlines,and reports • Follow up on all application submissions and gather feedback so as to continuously improve the effectiveness of fundraising operations.
    Ensurepromptacknowledgementofgrantsawardedorgiftstotheorganisation
    Develop the M&E systems and lead in its implementation
    Develop a regional M&E system including a logical framework for the organisation. Lead the technical design of M&E methodologies and tools that allow accurate, reliable information to be collected and reported against.
    Ensure that M&E tools and processes are understood and used consistently across the organisation and identify where changes of the current M&E practices might be needed.
    Develop ToRs for M&E surveys, mid-term and final project evaluations and coordinate external evaluations.
    Lead on the identification of case studies and lessons learned,and support the team to act upon these lessons and to share them with others both within and beyond ARTICLE19.
    Strengthen organisational planning to ensure that past project performance is considered as part of project design and delivery.
    Ensure programmes and projects proposed are based on clear theories of change, draw up on the monitoring framework and reflect lessons learned
    Lead in evidence collection,analysis and internal and external reporting.
    Implement and maintain a quarterly reporting mechanism that serves organisational requirements for internal and external audiences.
    Guide programme staff in preparing and analysing their quarterly reports and evidence collection.
    Lead on reviewing, analysing and synthesising reports and monitoring evidence reported by all programmes on a quarterly basis.
    Guide programme staff on linking results with activities,quality of evidence,project performance and recommendations for any adjustments or improvements.
    Ensure information from reports and evidence are documented for reporting and learning
    Produce the regional office’s annual report.
    LeadtheproductionoftheannualreportincollaborationwiththeCommunications team at the International office.Conducting internal interviews and research related to the annual report to determine which objectives were met and what were the barriers to achieving objectives and goals
    Lead external research related to the annual report to find positive news stories about the organisation in collaboration with programme staff.
    Write the annual report using gathered research, internal quarterly reports and project reports and ensure that reported facts are appropriately backed up by research and evidence.
    Collaboratewiththecommunicationsteamtoensurethattheannualreportconveys the look,feel,tone and brand of the organisation.
    Experience Required fro the Programme Officer Job
    7+ years experience in managing technical digitally-oriented projects;
    Substantial experience with human rights, particularly freedom of expression and information;
    Experience of working with local and international rights-based organisations;
    Experience of writing for digital platforms;
    Experience of building digital tools and platforms;
    Experience of working on internet governance issues;
    Demonstrated successful experience of strategic planning, fundraising and project management;
    Proven capacity to understand and anticipate the need for change management and experience of delivering effective frameworks to plan and manage the continuous process of change.
    Skills and abilities
    A doer – this post requires extensive hands-on work and an ability to deliver tangible outputs;
    Ability to multitask working quickly and effectively;
    Ability to work on own initiative and to play a leading role on digital issues within an organisation;
    Ability to work under pressure and manage time effectively;
    Ability to communicate complex topics in an accessible manner to a broad audience;
    Ability to work in multi-cultural and multi-linguistic workplace;
    Excellent written and spoken English; knowledge of at least one other language is highly desirable (particularly
    French, Spanish, Portuguese or Arabic)
    A commitment to excellent performance and a practical understanding of how to promote shared learning and innovation across diverse regions;
    Good interpersonal and advocacy skills with a range of actors.
    Knowledge
    Educated to degree standard essential with a post-graduate qualification desirable;
    Knowledge of human rights and/or key freedom of expression issues, internet governance and digital technology essential;
    Knowledge of digital technology that can be used to enhance the work of a campaigning and advocacy organisation.
    Other Requirements
    Cultural sensitivity and commitment to equal opportunities;
    Experience of working in other countries within the region;
    Willingness to work outside normal working hours including weekends and evenings;

  • Consultant

    Consultant

    Key Tasks The Consultant Will Undertake The Following Tasks
    Undertake a review of relevant literature, including government and donor strategies for meeting enhanced transparency requirements as defined in Article 13 of the Paris Agreement. This will include but is not limited to activities and or projects (i)Tracking greenhouse emissions sinks and sources (ii)Tracking progress towards achieving Kenya’s Nationally Determined Contribution (iii)Providing information related to climate change impacts and adaptations (iv)Providing information on financial, technology transfer and capacity building support in line with the Paris Agreement transparency framework. The literature review will ensure alignment with existing related work and avoid duplication of efforts.
    Consult with key stakeholders to solicit their input into the development of the Project Document including the project work plan. These consultations should take place in person, via telephone, electronic conferencing and or workshops and should at minimum, involve Vital Signs, the MENR, and SLEEK identified representatives and/or participating government institutions.
    Interact closely with VS, SLEEK and other stakeholders to encourage cross-fertilization of ideas and ensure coherence between the design of the GEF CBIT Kenya project and the overall direction of Kenya’s national climate change mitigation and adaptation plans and achievement of her Intended Nationally Determined Contributions.
    Informed by the literature review, and input from the GEF Secretariat, the CI team, Vital Signs, Government of Kenya teams, as well as stakeholder consultations, prepare a Project Document for a medium-sized GEF project based upon the approved PIF and GEF feedback documents. The project framework from the PIF is given in Annex 1.
    Work with the Vital Signs and MENR team to prepare a presentation on the 1 st draft Project Document for an open meeting of project partners, community representatives, private partners, and stakeholders, proposed for early February 2017, Nairobi.
    Revise the Project Document to address comments from Vital Signs, MENR, stakeholders, the CI GEF Project Agency, and the GEF Secretariat for final approval. Deliverables By 30 th March 2017, a zero draft of the Project Document, using the outline provided by the CI GEF Project Agency, the approved PIF, the GEF Secretariat’s comments on the PIF and additional information provided by VS and MENR. This draft will indicate gaps that need to be filled and sections requiring elucidation, and is intended to be a guide for further preparation of the contents.
    By 30 th April 2017, a first draft of the Project Document which incorporates all the comment from GEF Secretariat, CI team, MENR first round of consultations, meetings, etc., and which will be submitted to Vital Signs and MENR project team for review and comment.
    By 30 th May 2017, a second draft of the Project Document, incorporating all feedback and comment from the project team and the open meeting, which will be submitted to Vital Signs, MENR and CI GEF Project Agency for review and comment. This draft will respond to comments from the project key stakeholders and the inception meeting (key task 5); and the first drafts of the Gender Mainstreaming Plan and Accountability and Grievance Mechanism.
    By 30 th June 2017, a final draft of all documents, which responds to the comments from the CI GEF Project Agency, MENR and the GEF Secretariat.
    Period of PerformanceIt is expected that the Project document will take approximately 45 days to develop, spread over a period of 6 months. The process is expected to begin on 1 st February 2017, with final submission to the GEF Secretariat by 30 th June 2017.
    Services Provided by CI CI will provide the consultant with an initial orientation, and all relevant background documents. CI and MENR will be available for ongoing conversations, to clarify expectations about the process and outputs. Also, CI will facilitate close coordination between preparation of the Project Document, development of strategies, systems and processes for the project.
    Contract Type
    CI will issue a fixed-price contract for this work. Per the consultant’s proposal and subsequent negotiations, the contract will include a set of fixed payments based on submission of deliverables, per Section 4 (Deliverables), above.
    CI will accept proposals from individuals, consulting firms or organizations. CI anticipates that the work will be completed by a single person. If a team of people is proposed, CI intends to execute a consulting contract with a single individual, firm, or organization, which will serve as the lead entity and be responsible for contractual and financial arrangements with all others.
    Minimum Qualifications of Consultants CI requires an individual or small team of individuals with senior-level qualifications to perform the work described here. Individuals will have, at a minimum, 10 years of experience in the field of conservation and sustainable development, in addition to substantial experience of preparing full-sized GEF projects under the climate change, biodiversity and land degradation, sustainable forest management focal areas, as well as demonstrable experience working with the Government of Kenya.
    Location of Work
    The consultant shall work from their own base of operations, and may be required to make visits to identified stakeholder’s organisations.
    Monitoring and Evaluation of Consultant Performance The Vital Signs Executive Director together with the SLEEK coordinator will supervise consultant performance, and be responsible for review and acceptance of all written deliverables.
    Key Personnel The completion of this work is dependent on personnel. As such, applicants must name every individual expected to work on the contract, as well as their individual CV’s. CI will not accept any proposal that lists an expert as “to be determined.” CI considers all personnel named in the proposal as “key,” and must provide express, written authorization for replacement of named personnel.
    Instructions for Submission of Technical Proposals Point of contact: the point of contact for this solicitation is the Executive Director, Vital Signs Monitoring system. Proposal submissions and queries should be sent to her attention at vitalsignsrfp[at]conservation.org .
    Right of award: CI may reject any or all bids that are not responsive to the Scope of Work.
    Language: proposals must be submitted in English.
    Validity: proposals must be valid from submission date through to 6 th January 2017.
    Currency: proposals should be budgeted in United States dollars. Payment will be made in United States dollars.
    Cover and signature: applicants should submit their proposals with a cover letter signed by an authorized representative of the applicant.
    Expert table: proposals should include a table with the name, position title, and level of effort (in person-days) of all individuals proposed to work on the project.
    Resumes: proposals should include the resume of all named personnel corresponding to the table in Item 7 above.
    Instructions for Preparation of Budget (Cost Proposal) Maximum : The maximum allowable budget to prepare the project document should include labour costs and consultant other direct costs(e.g telephone,photocopying).The cost will not include travel costs associated with preparing drafts for CI.Should such travel be necessary,CI will either pay for it directly or amend the contract.
    Format: budgets must be prepared and submitted in Microsoft Excel and explicitly show all units (e.g., labour days), unit costs (e.g., loaded daily rates), and total costs. Excel files should be “unlocked” and show all calculations.
    Included costs: budgets should include lines for:
     
    3.1. Labour, by individual expert, in person-days, multiplied by either a base daily pay (in US dollars) or a “loaded” daily pay (e.g., inclusive of fringe benefits, other indirect costs, or fee). Proposed daily rates must be in accord with the qualifications represented in the resumes of the named individuals.
    3.2. Other direct costs, including costs for items like telephone, internet, photocopying, small office supplies, etc. (if required).
    3.3. Professional services or subcontracts, if the applicant will engage experts who are not direct employees of the organization, then, as with Item 3.1 above, these lines should list individual expert, in person-days, multiplied by either a base daily pay (in US dollars) or a “loaded” daily pay (e.g., inclusive of fringe benefits, other indirect costs, or fee). Proposed daily rates must be in accord with the qualifications represented in the resumes of the named individuals.
     
    Budget Justification: a budget narrative must accompany the budget spreadsheet, justifying proposed costs. Evaluation Criteria CI Will Evaluate Proposals Based On The Following CriteriaCriterion Points Demonstrated experience working with the Government of Kenya and with preparing medium to full-sized GEF Project Documents under climate change, biodiversity and land degradation, sustainable forest management focal areas,60Relevant technical expertise to the project, including but not limited to: climate change, biodiversity and land degradation, sustainable forest management knowledge management and institutional strengthening.20Appropriate budget, demonstrating: appropriate allocation of labour days in relation to tasks and deliverables; appropriate consultant daily rates in relation to qualifications; appropriate other direct costs in relation to the scope of work; and overall cost effectiveness.20Total 100 ANNEX I: Project FrameworkProject Objective: To enhance the SLEEK system in Kenya to ensure Compliance with the Paris Agreement Transparency Requirements. Project Components Project Outcomes Project Outputs Component 1Strengthening national institutions for transparency-related activitiesNational Capacity built through training scientists and key ministry personnel in MRV technologies, data and models for MRV systems and development and implementation of MRV systems.MRV system institutionalized in the government operating structureData sharing protocols developed and adopted by participating institutionsComponent 2: SLEEK System Enhancements to assist with improvement of transparency over time.IndicatorsA fully functional MRV system for the AFOLU/Land based sector in Kenya, – enhancing data collection and management to allow for better tracking (MRV), reporting and transparency in the AFOLU sector:(i) A national inventory of greenhouse gas emissions (by sources) and removals (by sinks) in place(ii) Information necessary to track progress toward achieving their Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) is available(iii) Information related to climate change impacts available(iv) information on financial, technology transfer and capacity building support needed and received and (v) information on any support they provide to developing countries availableReliable, accurate & credible reports generated for UNFCCC & used by decision makers in Kenya & other stakeholdersActivities Include
    Mapping of forest status for purposes of estimating degradation & deforestation
    To support NFMS process
    To support REDD+ readiness
    Mapping of forest types
    Separation between plantation and natural systems
    Useful for REDD+ and UNFCCC reporting
    Develop strategy for the establishment of Permanent Sample Plots in each of the identified forest types
    Develop more forest growth curves
    Fire mapping
    Improved soil model calibrations by sampling soils for the entire country
    Crop measurement and modelling
    Grasslands biomass assessment, mapping and modelling
    More automated methods for attribution and compare to the existing processes tested
    A comprehensive analysis of all weather stations to locate areas that require new stations to be installed undertaken Component 3
    Regional Capacity Building
    Best practices shared and institutional mechanisms for data sharing in place
    Data informs decisions/interventions for achieving INDCs (including by informing REDD+ strategies).
    SLEEK best practices shared with Uganda, Rwanda, and Tanzania
    Tools developed based on SLEEK data to inform decisions/interventions

  • Tuk Tuk Sales Representative

    Tuk Tuk Sales Representative

    Key Accountabilities:
    Listening to customer requirements and presenting appropriately to make a sale;
    Maintaining and developing relationships with existing customers in person and via telephone calls and emails;
    Cold calling to arrange meetings with potential customers to prospect for new business;
    Acting as a contact between a company and its existing and potential markets;
    negotiating the terms of an agreement and closing sales;
    gathering market and customer information;
    challenging any objections with a view to getting the customer to buy;
    advising on forthcoming product developments and discussing special promotions;
    checking the quantities of goods on display and in stock;
    recording sales and order information and sending copies to the sales office, or entering figures into a computer system;
    reviewing your own sales performance, aiming to meet or exceed targets;
    gaining a clear understanding of customers’ businesses and requirements;
    making accurate, rapid cost calculations and providing customers with quotations;
    feeding future buying trends back to employers;
    Attending team meetings and sharing best practice with colleagues.
    Qualifications, Experience & Skills
    Although this area of work is open to all certificate, diploma and graduates, the following subjects may improve your chances:
    business,
    Sales management
    RMT fundamentals
    marketing;
    Competencies: 
    Ability and desire to sell;
    Excellent communication skills;
    A positive, confident and determined approach;
    Resilience and the ability to cope with rejection;
    High degree of self-motivation and ambition;
    Skills to work both independently and as part of a team;
    Capability to flourish in a competitive environment;
    A good level of numeracy.
    Motor cycle drivers license/ Motor Vehicle Drivers License

  • Senior IP engineer

    Senior IP engineer

    Job Responsibilties:
    support product manager clarify customer current network & requirement.
    Verify project solution & BOQ.
    According solution and service BOQ supply service cost.
    Site Survey  and submit survey report in system.
    Guide subcontractor finish pilot site installation.
    Integration & commissioning.
    Do PAT test with customer.
    Network change submit CRQ & RFC.
    Requirements:
    Have at least 3 years Datacom experience 
    Skill with DHCP, VRRP, PPPOE, ATM IMA protocol.
    Skill with OSPF, ISIS,BGP routing protocol & MPLS TE.
    Skill with BGP MPLS L3 VPN & L2 VPN.
    Skill with inter-AS solution option A/B/C/CSC.
    Skill with IP QOS, MPLS QOS & HQOS.
    Skill with firewall and IPSEC, L2TP, GRE protocol.
    Familiar with IPCORE network solution design, VPN design & trouble shooting  etc .
    Familiar with IPRAN network solution design, VPN design &  trouble shooting  etc.
    Priority choose with CCNA, CCNP, CCIE certificate.
    Candidate must be based in Nairobi. Relocation will not be considered.