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  • Safaricom Internship Program Integrated Credit Solutions Specialist Senior Manager Governance, Risk and Compliance

    Safaricom Internship Program Integrated Credit Solutions Specialist Senior Manager Governance, Risk and Compliance

    JOB DESCRIPTION

    Safaricom is looking for potential young talent to join our team though the annual internship program for the year 2024/25 in the Commercial, Business Development & Technology Functions.

    We take pride in continually investing in talent to ensure that we have the best pool of resources in the market.

    About The Internship Program

    The program will be categorized into two,

    3 months Industrial attachment for ongoing students. 
    6 months Internship for students who have completed school & awaiting graduation or having graduated within the last 12 months. The 6 months program will have 2 intakes – April & October 2024. 

    Call for applications will only happen once in the financial year allowing you to plan which intake you are available for. 

    The Program gives you the opportunity to gain first-hand experience working on real-world problems, hone your skills, create lasting relationships, gain insights, and discover your strengths. Throughout the program, you’ll acquire the skills for immediate success, as well as understand what’s required for the future as our industry and your career evolve. 

    RESPONSIBILITIES

    Eligibility Criteria

    We are looking for University students or recent graduates who meet the criteria indicated below:

    You must be in your final or second last year of your degree program or having graduated with the last 12 months in an accredited institution of higher learning.
    You must be on break from school during the internship period for any of the intakes within the year. For ongoing students, priority will be given to students with industrial attachment as a requirement to completion of the degree program. 
    Must be available for the full period of the internship program (Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm)
    You can only select 1 intake in the year for which you will be available for the internship.
    The internship is for a fixed period of 3 or 6 months without extension.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    Application Checklist: the following application checklist is meant to facilitate your application experience.

    You will be required to create your profile on our career site if you’ve not created one. Ensure that you have correctly entered your email address & phone number since this will be our main channel of communication with you regarding your candidacy.
    You must complete your application in a single session, and you will only be able to submit it if you have uploaded all the required documents and answered all the questions (all questions marked with an asterisk-*- are required).
    If you feel that you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualifications, CLICK HERE to fill in the form, then proceed to apply on our recruitment portal.  FAILURE TO FILL THE FORM WHILE SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION WILL LEAD TO AUTOMATIC DISQUALIFICATION.

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  • Program Development Officer

    Program Development Officer

    About the role:

    To achieve the country’s program ambitions outlined in the ADP and in line with MH CS-RCs, the program development officer will be responsible for managing the proposal development process and ensuring the final product is responsive, competitive, and timely. S/he will work closely with the colleagues across the country office but particularly with program staff, MEAL team and Country Director.

    Successful candidate will have:

    Excellent experience in developing proposals.
    Good knowledge of data collection protocols and using M&E tools.
    Excellent English oral and professional writing skills.
    Self-learning, problem solving skills and the ability to take initiative

    Responsibilities

    PROPOSAL DEVELOPMENT

    Develop high-quality programmatic concept notes and proposals, including drafting problem and context analyses, theories of change, narrative and budget elements, logic models, logical frameworks, risk registers, work plans and other relevant documents.
    Provide advice, technical guidance, and support country teams for the development of high-quality programmatic concept notes and proposals.
    Undertake quality and compliance reviews of concept notes and proposals with view to ensuring conformity with Muslim Hands guidance and templates on program design, theory of change and monitoring.
    Provide advice and technical support for the development of strategy documents, including regional, country and thematic strategies, promoting strong alignment with the organizational strategies and priorities.

    PROGRAM MONITORING:

    Provide advice, technical guidance and support to country team for the development of Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) plans, risk registers, annual work plans, data collection protocols and other monitoring tools, in alignment with the organizational results and resources frameworks.
    Provide technical guidance and support to country team, for conducting reflection exercises to enable iterative programming and evidence-based decision-making.
    Provide overall guidance on conducting needs assessment, pre/post case studies and program reporting to MH country staff.

    CAPACITY DEVELOPMENT:

    Assist in strengthening the program development capacity, program team and implementing through the design and delivery of dedicated activities (trainings, webinars, field missions etc.).
    Contribute to annual development plan.

    Required Qualification, Experience and Skills:

    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

    Graduate degree in Community Development, Development Studies or another related field is required. Professional and accredited qualification in project management in will be accepted lieu of graduate studies.
    A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible professional experience in international development with a focus on program development is required. Experience in emergency and humanitarian context is highly preferred.
    Experience with program design catering to program requirements of major donors is preferred.

    SKILLS

    Excellent communication in English, both verbal and written.
    Ability to deal with stressful situations.
    Ability to work within a team setting.
    Ability to adapt within the working environment.

    EVALUATION CRITERIA

    Sound knowledge of program proposal design and budgeting process is required.
    Solid skills and experience in high quality proposal writing is MUST.
    Proven experience with standard program and data management tools, as well as results-based management, program design, monitoring and evaluation approaches
    Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
    Good knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Proficient use of other ICT software and internet software.
    Works well with others. Shares information, contributes, encourages and motivates others to become involved in team activities. Provides constructive feedback and willingly helps others.
    Contributes to a fair environment that fosters collaboration and cooperation.
    Takes initiative to share knowledge, experiences and information with others. Accepts and gives constructive feedback.
    Proven ability to see through tasks set and delivers results.
    Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines, flexibility, and a good spirit.
    Ability and willingness to conduct missions, including to potential high-risk areas.
    Keen sense of ethics, integrity, and commitment to MH mandate. Self-motivated and dynamic with a willingness and ability to use initiative to assist the organization to achieve its objectives

    Apply via :

    mail@so.mhworldwide.org

  • Product Manager – Business Credit

    Product Manager – Business Credit

    JOB DESCRIPTION

    Reporting to the Credit Tribe Lead, the Product Manager will be responsible for leading the product development of Business Credit propositions, identifying potential business products and services, conducting market research; generating product requirements; determining specifications, pricing, and go to market planning for assigned business credit products and services. 

    RESPONSIBILITIES

    Insights, Research and Analysis

    Determine customers’ needs and desires by specifying the research needed to obtain market information.
    Articulate market requirements, business trends and opportunities. 
    Identify opportunities for product innovation and enhancements.
    Assess and benchmark to competition, and drive market leadership through best-in-class business credit products and customer experience.

    Product Planning and Management

    Recommend the nature and scope of present and future Business Credit products by reviewing product specifications and requirements, appraising new product ideas and/or product changes.
    Bring new business credit products to market by analyzing proposed product requirements and product development programs.
    Define the long-term strategy of business credit products and create and manage product road map.
    Prepare market requirement documents and product use cases to drive product activity.
    Work with commercial team to develop pricing strategies and product policies.
    Provide technical & thought leadership throughout various stages of product lifecycle – planning, design, specification, implementation and launch.
    Create user cases and detailed business credit product roadmap documents to articulate desired features and functionalities to the Business Credit Squads
    Build relationships with, onboard and manage partnerships required for the execution of the business credit products.

    Customer and End-User Support

    Manage business credit product-related support, feedback, and inquiries from users.
    Co-ordinate market research to track customer and end-user feedback.
    Use market feedback to inform business credit product refinements and ongoing development.
    Build awareness and understanding of the products across the company – be Business credit evangelist.’

    Post Launch governance 

    Track and analyze metrics compared to industry benchmarks, publish reports on product performance, trends, and risks/opportunities for both short and long term.
    Support teams that track and manage business case metrics and financial planning models ensuring that product delivery stays on track and on budget.
    Monitor impact of product features on key metrics

    Core competencies, knowledge and experience

    Customer Obsession

    Deepen team connection to our customers and communities.
    Foster authentic relationships with customers and partners that build trust.
    Explicitly take customer-centric decisions and take personal ownership to achieve results.
    Simplify processes through digitalisation and promote a digital mindset and digital first customer experience.
    Stay focused on the big priorities, know when to make meaningful trade-offs and demonstrate brilliant execution.

    Purpose

    Create an inspiring vision for your team to drive strategy and performance.
    Show ambition and courage, empowering others to go beyond the plan.
    Bold and challenge teams to reimagine how things are done.
    Prompt new thinking and ideas by asking “what if” questions.
    Use knowledge of the external environment (customers, partners, competition, external bodies) to identify and act on opportunities for growth at pace.

    Innovation

    Create psychological safety so everyone can have an impact.
    Fuel innovative ideas from others and test them to enable growth.
    Explore successes and failures with curiosity and resilience; fearlessly recognizing lessons learned.
    Share your ongoing learning and personal purpose with others.
    Learn fast from digital adoption, using learnings to drive simplicity, scale and efficiency.

    Collaboration

    Articulate your team’s role in making our strategy happen, prioritizing and aligning resources with current and future needs.
    Actively collaborate to break silos and hold your team accountable to do the same.
    Develop others to make the most of their talents and coach them to take ownership to get things done.
    Create an inclusive environment ensuring the safety and wellbeing of others.
    Live our Purpose and demonstrate the highest Standard of integrity.

    Direct reports: 

    Will serve as PO to the Business Credit squad.

    Key performance indicators

    Adherence to set Credit Tribe business OKRs and commitments.
    Successful roll out of new business credit products and services in time, and most efficient manner
    Driving achievement of Mission budget for products in Business Credit
    Optimization of existing Business Credit products and services.
    Delivery schedule of all business credit products based on their priority.
    Growth and retention of set business credit customers 
    Provide guidelines and process for the implementation of reward and recognition activities. 
    Delivery of relevant target digitization projects/Initiatives. 
    Compliance with all relevant regulations and internal policies and procedures. KPIs could include regulatory compliance metrics, audit results, and risk management metrics.
    Agile Maturity rating, Employee Engagement (eNPS) and Productivity.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    At least six (6) years’ knowledge and experience in a relevant field with at least three (3) in product management, product development, sales or business development
    Experience in business credit solutions within financial services specific to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises; as well as ecosystem management.
    Relevant Business or IT Undergraduate Degree or relevant field along with professional qualifications, or equivalent qualification(s) from a recognized institution of higher learning. 
    MBA or relevant Master’s degree is an added advantage. 
    Member in good standing of a recognized professional body. 
    Superior business understanding, with the ability to leverage technology to solve business and technical issues.
    Strong stakeholder and strategic partners acquisition skills.
    Possess high professional and ethical standards. 
    Be a strategic thinker with an analytical mind.

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    egjd.fa.us6.oraclecloud.com

  • Regional Support Core Network Engineer IT Solution Architect Specialist – Enterprise Cloud DevOps Vendor Manager Engineer Systems Administrator – Planning

    Regional Support Core Network Engineer IT Solution Architect Specialist – Enterprise Cloud DevOps Vendor Manager Engineer Systems Administrator – Planning

    JOB DESCRIPTION

    Reporting to the Technical Team Lead – Core Network Regional Support, the individual is responsible for providing 1st line support for the core network elements and systems hosted in the data center and general data center management. This role involves 1st line fault management on core network systems and infrastructure (including MSSs, MGWs, SGSNs, MMEs, GGSNs, PGWs, PCRFs, CSDB, STP, DRA, Cloud Infra, Routers and Switches) as well as other systems hosted in the data center. The individual is expected to handle assigned Incidents, execute planned network changes, manage preventive maintenance tasks for the assigned data centers, support data center project activities to ensure they adhere to required standards, maintain inventory of all data center assets, Monitor and allocate data center resources as per laid down plans and ensure data center resources are optimally utilized.

    RESPONSIBILITIES

    Fault Management:

    Analyzing the NE logs, carrying out Database Audits, Troubleshooting and solving of arising core network elements faults
    Solving of core network faults assigned through NOC, as well as incidents escalated from customer facing teams
    Providing workable and permanent technical solutions to reduce the downtime and repeat core network failures.
    Ensuring incidences are resolved or escalated to the next level as per SLA.
    Carrying out on site diagnosis and troubleshooting for all systems in the data center.

     Preventive maintenance:

    Schedule and manage Preventive Maintenance tasks as per laid down standards.
    Track and monitor Network and Service KPIs to ensure delivery as per SLAs.
    Continuously improve PM tools and methods to meet required standards.
    Track performance of data center Managed Services Providers.

    Change Management and Projects:

    Making configuration changes on Network elements S/W upgrades.
    Provisioning of new core network elements and services
    Scheduling automated tasks to meet service requirements
    Ensuring changes are least disruptive and change objectives are met.
    Work with other support teams, contractors and Vendors in services integrations and management
    Ensure proper documentation after acceptance of new systems in the data center.

    Inventory Management

    Keeping a log of all changes carried out on site
    Ensuring maintenance and support documentation are collected and properly store at the commissioning of a system.
    Carry out Audits and keep records on assets hosted in the data center
    Keep and manage a data center networking database

    Business Continuity

    Plan, Schedule and Execute business continuity management tests and activities per site.
    Document learnings and post-test actions
    Continuously monitor high availability mechanism in place to ensure least service disruption

    Health and Safety

    Ensure data center visitors are well informed on safety issues prior to access of facilities
    Ensure all data center users adhere to company H&S policy
    Champion H&S Committee activities per site
    Manage data center risks and avail disaster response matrix on site
    Enforce data center access management policy

    QUALIFICATIONS

    Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications or related IT field.
    Knowledge in Core Network Systems including IMS, CS, PS and SDM.
    Understanding of VoLTE, VoBB, CS and PS interfaces and protocols.
    Knowledge in scripting or programming language.
    Cloud certification will an added advantage.
    CCNA or related certification will be added advantage.
    Good report writing skills.
    Good communication and collaborative skills.
    Strong sense of integrity, responsibility and initiative.
    Self-organized, able to prioritize and execute multiple tasks efficiently.

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  • Senior Manager Governance, Risk and Compliance M-Pesa Africa – Supply Chain Operations Manager

    Senior Manager Governance, Risk and Compliance M-Pesa Africa – Supply Chain Operations Manager

    JOB DESCRIPTION

    We are pleased to announce the following vacancy for Senior Manager governance, risk and compliance in the Cyber Security Department within Corporate security Division. In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below.

    The Senior Manager Governance, Risk and Compliance will assist the company improve and demonstrated cyber security maturity. You will collaborate with process owners, internal auditors, external auditors, and other stakeholders in order to assist in reviewing, monitoring, and resolving findings. This includes helping the team manage industry standards and regulations. You will assist with identifying opportunities to enhance security by design, developing a profound understanding of our business contexts to influence the company and security operations, and creating, updating, and integrating security policies and procedures. You will also lead the charge in ensuring the restricted environment team’s readiness for external audits, refining the cybersecurity program, and conducting systemic risk assessments.

    As a Cybersecurity Risk and Compliance Senior Manager, you will take a lead role in creating a cyber aware community and developing a culture where colleagues understand the integral connection between our firm’s values and information security, making your role instrumental in safeguarding our organization’s assets and reputation. 

    RESPONSIBILITIES

    Be part of the definition, development and implementation of Information Security, risk analysis, business continuity and data protection projects
    Assess the effectiveness of security controls for a system and its operating environment
    Attend meetings and workshops as required to provide security advice and guidance to stakeholders and customers
    Support both internal and external audits
    Assists with the evaluation of the effectiveness of the information security program by developing, monitoring, gathering, and analyzing
    information security and compliance metrics for management.
    Demonstrate compliance through regular user access reviews and attestation.
    Supports workforce security activities including culture, awareness, and training to help stakeholders understand the importance of cybersecurity and teach them how to identify potential threats and respond appropriately
    Spearhead delivery of Cyber Security Baseline across the organisation
    Promote widespread implementation of ISO 27001 standards
    Maintain and monitor a central repository for audit evidence
    Performs third-party supplier risk assessments to ensure supply chain risk is managed throughout the supplier’s lifecycle. Assesses and reports on the risks and benefits for the business as well as mandates for supplier compliance.
    Help company successfully achieve various required compliances
    Maintain up-to-date knowledge of procedures and methods that serve to broaden team knowledge and industry expertise
    Researches, recommends, and contributes to information security polices, standards, and procedures. 
    management of information security policies and supporting documents. Assist the department in responding to inquiries from the business units about ongoing operational compliance

    QUALIFICATIONS

    Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering/Computer Science/Information Technology
    Hands-on Ethical hacking Competencies. Possession of at least one ethical hacking certification will be an added advantage [CEH/CISSP/CISM/CISA/OSCP]
    5+ years of direct experience in information security, with a main emphasis on risk, audit, and compliance
    3+ years of expertise conducting ISO 27001 and SOC 2 audits, as well as handling audit responses
    Thorough understanding of market structures, including relevant regulatory compliance requirements (ISO27001, SOC 2 , NIST, CMMC, PCI, GDPR, etc.)

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  • Venture Portfolio Analyst Spark Lead

    Venture Portfolio Analyst Spark Lead

    JOB DESCRIPTION

    Reporting to the Venture Management Tribe Lead, the Venture Portfolio analyst will be responsible for executing Safaricom’s investment strategy by conducting industry research on strategic priority sectors, financial modeling and writing investment recommendations and supporting the Spark and Venture leads undertake their portfolio management responsibilities. 

    RESPONSIBILITIES

    Research and Analysis

    Top-down industry analysis of selected new growth areas including with a view to understand existing  business models, unit economics, industry structure and key gaps and opportunities.
    Conduct structured and analytical research on investment opportunities/target companies.
    Prepare reports to summarize key findings with clear recommendations. 

    Financial Modeling and Preparation of Business Case 

    Conduct financial modeling for key ventures and valuation analysis for target investments.
    Work closely with Finance Business partners to validate financial models and business cases prior to presentation to various executives.

    Deal Flow Management 

    Work closely with venture leads to prepare investment reports, analysis and board papers needed at various cycles of the deal management cycle. 
    Draft term sheets and assist review of legal documents. 
    Support due diligence of selected ventures/investment opportunities.

    Portfolio Support

    Collaborate closely with portfolio leads and Tribe lead to prepare agenda and discussion materials for meetings and calls related to due diligence, industry research, and investment negotiation.

    Performance Monitoring and Reporting

    Track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the tribe’s performance and identify areas for improvement. 
    Prepare regular reports and presentations to update senior management on the tribe’s initiatives, outcomes, and challenges.

    Data Analytics

    Utilize data analytics and business intelligence tools to extract insights and identify trends in key strategic initiatives and market conditions. 
    Collaborate with data scientists and analysts to develop predictive models and data-driven strategies for client segmentation, investment recommendations, and risk management.
    Support  data-driven decision-making by working closely with portfolio leads/Tribe lead to present insights and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders.
    Ensure data privacy and security measures are implemented and followed in accordance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
    Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in data analytics and technology to identify opportunities for innovation and process optimization.

    Core competencies, knowledge and experience

    Customer Obsession

    Deepen team connection to our customers and communities.
    Foster authentic relationships with customers and partners that build trust.
    Explicitly take customer-centric decisions and take personal ownership to achieve results.
    Simplify processes through digitalisation and promote a digital mindset and digital first customer experience.
    Stay focused on the big priorities, know when to make meaningful trade-offs and demonstrate brilliant execution.

    Purpose

    Create an inspiring vision for your team to drive strategy and performance.
    Show ambition and courage, empowering others to go beyond the plan.
    Bold and challenge teams to reimagine how things are done.
    Prompt new thinking and ideas by asking “what if” questions.
    Use knowledge of the external environment (customers, partners, competition, external bodies) to identify and act on opportunities for growth at pace.

    Innovation

    Create psychological safety so everyone can have an impact.
    Fuel innovative ideas from others and test them to enable growth.
    Explore successes and failures with curiosity and resilience; fearlessly recognizing lessons learned.
    Share your ongoing learning and personal purpose with others.
    Learn fast from digital adoption, using learnings to drive simplicity, scale and efficiency.

    Collaboration

    Articulate your team’s role in making our strategy happen, prioritizing and aligning resources with current and future needs.
    Actively collaborate to break silos and hold your team accountable to do the same.
    Develop others to make the most of their talents and coach them to take ownership to get things done.
    Create an inclusive environment ensuring the safety and wellbeing of others.
    Live our Purpose and demonstrate the highest Standard of integrity.

    Key performance indicators

    Adherence to set Venture Management Tribe business OKRs and commitments.
    Timely submission of high quality reports and analysis with low re-work rates. 
    Improved investment cycle inline with the Venture’s Tribe mission of fast tracking execution of key strategic priorities.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    At least 2 years working in an analyst role, preferably in a venture building or business development function. 
    Relevant Business Undergraduate Degree or relevant field along with professional qualifications, or equivalent qualification(s) from a recognized institution of higher learning. 
    Experience with financial modeling and data analysis, including proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
    Strong presentation skills and proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint.
    Demonstrated collaborative work style, able to work with diverse teams.
    Highly organized and able to contribute positively across multiple work streams in a fast-paced, complex working environment.
    Demonstrates high level of independent judgment and proactivity.

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  • Senior Delivery Lead

    Senior Delivery Lead

    JOB DESCRIPTION

    Reporting to the Director, Public Sector Digital Transformation, the role holder will support growth of Key Public Sector Business opportunities, we are developing various public sector-based Solutions that will accelerate Digital Transformation. To assure Quality and speed of delivery we are seeking a Senior Service Delivery lead who will drive Quality and speed of execution in partnership with Internal and external teams.

    RESPONSIBILITIES

    Key accountabilities 

    Lead internal and 3rd Party Service delivery Teams in Solutions delivery across all Public Sector Digital Transformation programs. Example: In Digital Healthcare – Lead external Teams in roll out of Hospital Systems across all hospitals in the 47 counties. In Devolution- Lead 3rd Party Contractors In deployment of Integrated County revenue Management system across all the counties on board and includes, connectivity, Training, device configuration etc.
    Manage all processes and daily activities related to Solutions deployments. 
    Proactively identify possible solutions to arising problems during service delivery and escalate to leadership for action.
    Ensure that processes and documentations are in place and to identify process and cost efficiencies where possible.
    Develop comprehensive deployment plan covering integration solution with support from all vendors and Internal teams.
    Lead and co-ordinate solution deployments across multiple sites, executing the plan and readiness checklists in a staged rollout.
    Ensure the Solutions deployment plan and activities are communicated and adequately resourced to support users during the transition.
    Ensure business communications, user and manger training, hardware installation and configuration, user setup and access, data migration are managed in a timely manner in consultation with the business customers.
    Conduct post deployment reviews and evaluate, document, and implement recommendations for improvement.
    Manage relationships and coordinate work between different teams at different locations.
    Identify, resolve, and manage potential risks and issues related to Solutions delivery.
    Ensure that a detailed deployment plan has been documented along with a backout plan should anything go wrong during deployment.
    Validate that the product has been correctly packaged before deployment and ensure that all release controls have been satisfied.
    Ensures that objectives, KPIs and results reporting is being communicated to stakeholders.
    Engages all stakeholders in continual discovery to determine if launch support activities are effective and optimized – driving continuous improvement.
    Relentlessly attentive to adhering to all security protocols and policies to protect the integrity of our business and our clients’ businesses.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    Job Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree in sales or Business related fields.
    7 years in client relationship management, professional services, business development, or B2B sales
    Strong leadership capability Strong relationship management skills.
    Ability to grow and maintain relationship with any individual, irrespective of the background and type of personality
    Strong written and verbal communication skills
    Strong creativity and critical thinking abilities
    Ability to work with recent technological applications relating to daily tasks
    Understanding of Government Policies, processes and Government cycles Know-how
    Project and Programme Management
    Products, Services, Solutions and Technology Knowledge. 
    Business Development & Planning
    Solution Selling and articulation
    Negotiation skills
    Service Quality and Planning.

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    egjd.fa.us6.oraclecloud.com

  • Finance Officer Grants

    Finance Officer Grants

    Overview

    The role is to ensure that donor budgets and reports are prepared, reviewed, and submitted on timely basis ensuring compliance with relevant donor rules and regulations.
    Regular communication with administrators/budget holders on their budgets versus expenditure.

    Summary of responsibilities
    Restricted Grants Monitoring:

    Assist in budget and expenditure monitoring for all restricted grants for the assigned units, regions, and Themes.
    Be a key lead player and advisor in grants accounting and management to ensure proper coding and posting of expenses in the system as well as full compliance with the donor and CIFOR-ICRAF requirements.
    Regularly review and analyze grant expenses and advise the stakeholders on expenditure trends and areas with over or under expenditure.
    Assist in developing financial management mechanisms that minimize financial risk and maintain internal financial control safeguards/mechanisms on restricted grants activities.

    Restricted Grants Reporting and Compliance:

    Prepare and submit all units/themes donor financial reports on timely basis and ensure that the reports comply with all donor requirements.
    Assist in the review of Donor Financial Reports from the regional offices ensuring that they have been done as per the donor and ICRAF requirements before presentation for internal ICRAF approval.
    Ensure all the expenses reported have been reviewed and approved by the project holder and project managers before sharing for approval.
    Preparation of donor invoices for funds request as well as other invoices as may be requested from time to time.
    Ensure adjustments are done on a timely manner and any other issue affecting the report has been addressed.
    Ensure funds follow up from donors to ensure Centre’s cash flow is not affected.
    Coordinate project audits as per the donor agreement; provide all support documents and clarifications that are raised by the auditors.

    Partners Financial Management Monitoring:

    Follow up on partner financial monitoring for the restricted grants in the regions/units.
    Assist in the financial management capability assessment of partners.
    Review partner sub-agreements to ensure they are in line with donor and CIFOR-ICRAF policy.
    Follow up on partner financial reports, review, and post expenses in the system.
    Prepare monthly ageing of partners for the units responsible for and follow up on overdue liquidations Follow up on partner financial statement, invoices, and share this for payment processing.
    Restricted Grants Budget review.
    Follow up on budget revision and extensions for on-going restricted grants with the Project management team and ensure the revised budget has been posted on My-Tree system.

    Internal Stakeholders Reporting:

    Prepare project performance reports including the funding status and burn rates and share with the project managers.
    Ensure continual communication with project staff on matters related to partners.

    Project and Grants Audits:

    Plan and coordinate audits for restricted grants as per the donor agreements for all assigned unit projects.
    Ensure that the audit reports are shared with the donor.
    Ensure audit recommendations are followed up and implemented.

    Internal &External Audits:

    Assist in providing partner and Account receivable schedules.
    Assist in providing support documents as per the audit sample and following on partner confirmations.

    Donor, Partner agreements and proposal review:

    Review donor agreements financial requirement and ensure the budget is fully costed, the agreement has clear reporting timelines and check if an audit is required.
    Review partner agreements and ensure the reporting timelines are clear and in line with the donor agreement, if the partner has an administrative cost and the end dates are before the grant end dates.

    Internal Control System:

    Adhere to internal control systems that will ensure that the centre attains its objectives, produce accurate and reliable data for decision making, ensure compliance to policies and laws of host countries and safeguard the center assets.
    Identify and assess changes that could significantly impact the system of internal control in the center.
    Evaluate and communicate internal control deficiencies in a timely manner to supervisor.
    Prepare and analyze financial data for budget estimates provided by the various units and themes for the annual financial planning (POWB).
    Monitor budget expenditures for the units at the HQ, the regions and country offices.

    Requirements

    Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce. CPA(K).
    7 years’ experience in accounting, 3 of which should be in grants management.
    Exposure to an ERP
    Excellent analytical skills.
    Experience in an NGO or international organization environment.
    Personal attributes and competencies:
    Strong team player with ability to work in virtual teams.
    Ability to work and communicate effectively with a broad spectrum of individuals within a broad range of cultural environments.
    Proficiency in database applications and MS office suite and Unit4 Business World (Aggresso).
    Excellent interpersonal skills demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multicultural team.
    Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities, work under pressure and meet deadlines.
    Strong self-starter with initiative to identify opportunities and take appropriate action.

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    www.cifor-icraf.org

  • M-Pesa Africa – Talent Acquisition Manager

    M-Pesa Africa – Talent Acquisition Manager

    About the Role

    You will partner closely with leaders and the people team to implement our Talent Acquisition strategy while enriching the business by supporting our diversity and inclusion efforts. This role will  help develop and deploy Employer Branding and Talent initiatives in close collaboration with our Human Resources team.

    Why this role is tailored for you

    You will lead talent acquisition efforts across Africa by partnering with the various Centers of Excellence in the markets that we serve while also managing third party vendors that we partner work with;
    We will expose you to the SAFe Agile ways of working and give you a blank canvas to explore a world of endless possibilities;
    At MPA, we live our cultural pillars that include being Customer Focused, Thinking BIG, Learning & Adapting and finally, Being Humane.

    RESPONSIBILITIES

    Work with recruitment agencies to successfully recruit all key/required skills into the organization within agreed SLA aligned to approved workforce plans;
    Act as a talent advisor and influence and guide the business with knowledge, insights and expertise of external markets;
    Conduct intake meetings with Hiring Managers to confirm the desired profile and develop a sourcing strategy for the open position. You drive progress and you always have;
    Drive a high volume of roles, stay connected to a robust pipeline of candidates, maintain long-term candidate relationships, and energetically sell the role and the M-Pesa Africa mission and brand;
    Develop diversity of business talent pools on gender, people of determination and diversity targets;
    Implement efforts to drive exceptional candidate and hiring manager experiences before, during and after the interview process;
    Proactively review against all vacancies within account managed, our  internal talent pool to place ready now talent into vacant roles before going out for external recruitment
    End-to-end responsibility for the recruitment system, ensuring data quality, and compliance;
    Manage relationships with external providers including recruiting firms, institutions of higher learning, background check businesses among others;
    Produce reports and statistical data as required to include weekly reporting on recruitment initiatives, talent identified and placed, and challenges faced; Monthly reports – against workforce plan and other key performance indicators;
    Ensure the employer brand is fully leveraged and embedded in talent acquisition touchpoints (including candidate and vendor interactions)
    Deliver full compliance to employer brand governance process.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    Bachelor’s Degree and relevant local or international HR Certification;
    Over 5 years of experience in Talent Acquisition in an international organization;
    Experience using applicant tracking systems (ATS);
    Ability to influence senior local and global leaders through exceptional communication, strategic alignment and subject matter authority knowledge on market data and standard methodologies;
    Experience in coaching staff and line managers on best recruitment and selection principles / practices and interviewing skills;
    Experience in optimizing processes and ways of working to create a positive employee experience;
    Agile, innovative, pragmatic, commercial, and customer-focused approach;
    Applicable knowledge of and exposure to relevant employment legislation such as Data Protection etc;
    International experience and multicultural sensitivity.

    Apply via :

    egjd.fa.us6.oraclecloud.com

  • Data Analytics Business Partner

    Data Analytics Business Partner

    JOB DESCRIPTION

    Reporting to the Data Analytics Business Partner – Customer Experience, the position holder is responsible for data mining, analysis, visualization, and presentation to drive smart and relevant insights for Contact Center, Retail Experience and Digital Channels Tribe.

    RESPONSIBILITIES

    Generate accurate reports as per set timelines.
    Provide analysis of performance and generate useful insights to drive decision making.
    Provide and manage efficient feedback mechanisms from users of reports and available MIS Platforms
    Drive the automation of daily routine reports in section.
    Sit in Projects to ensure Experience reporting requirements are met before go-live of new Systems, products, processes & services.
    Follow up on faster resolution of downtimes affecting Experience Reporting and overall Customer Experience
    Interrogate data to confirm accuracy and completeness from the various data source.
    Drive efficiency in reporting by periodically improving on data retrieval and storage.
    Ensure adherence to data governance and privacy regulatory requirement.
    Liaison with the rest of business to get the necessary data for analytical purposes.
    Run projects geared towards innovating overall experience reporting sphere.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    Skills and Core Competencies:

    Strong SQL skills
    Experience creating visualizations with tools such as Power BI, Qlik , Tableau, Kibana, Splunk etc.
    Knowledge of any programming language e.g., Python, R and Java
    Familiarity with statistical tests and tools including an understanding of mean, median, variance, standard deviation, correlation, regression, and hypothesis testing.
    Proven analytics skills, including mining, evaluation, and visualization
    Proven ability to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

    Education and Experience:

    A bachelor’s degree (or equivalent), from a recognized university in Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, or any other quantitative field
    2 or more years of experience mining data as a data analyst

    Apply via :

    egjd.fa.us6.oraclecloud.com