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  • Director of Fundraising, External and Donor Relations

    Director of Fundraising, External and Donor Relations

    Department: Fundraising / External Relations
    Direct Hierarchy: Country Director – Kenya / Somalia
    Contract Duration: One Year
    Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya with frequent travels to other countries in the Region
    Start Date: April 2019
    Under the authority of the Country Director, her/his specific duties will include:
    Proposal Development and External Relations and Donor Strategy

    Develop and deliver a comprehensive and coherent fundraising strategy for the organisation.
    Contribute actively to ACTED’s positioning in Kenya and Somalia and ensure fundraising of ACTED’s programming strategy

    Project Cycle Management and Reporting

    Facilitate the development and implementation of project cycle management;
    Train the staff to use the PCM guide and related tools and procedures, and notably follow up the implementation of the Project Management framework (PMF, ACTED PCM Tool) for all projects

    Information System

    Set up a Resource Centre at the capital office regularly updated with appropriate and relevant external and internal resources.
    Diffuse Information to other internal stakeholders through the intranet and the regional office

    External Communication

    Ensure continuum of PR activities, including formal presentations, engaging media for coverage on success stories, updating project-specific and regional fact sheets, and documenting publications featuring ACTED in the media;
    Raise ACTED’s profile and credibility with external stake holders by communication a positive image of ACTEDs activities and engagements ¡n Kenya and Somalia
    Act as point of contact for all Donor communication, reporting including the organization of and hosting of Donor visits In the field for projects s/he Is in charge of.
    Maintain active and regular working relationships with other INGOs, UN Agencies, clusters, Consortia and academia.
    Liaise regularly with Country Coordinators, Project Development Manager, Project Managers and technical staff to ensure the production of quality reports across areas and across Donors;

    Requested Profile

    Master Level education in a relevant field such as International Relations or Development
    Extensive experience in fundraising and excellent donor relations and interaction.
    At least 5-10 years in high level project management (management, planning, staff development and training skills) in emergency and/or development programmes regionally or internationally.
    Demonstrated communication and organizational skills;
    Ability to train, mobilize, and manage both international and national staff
    Ability to work well in unstable and frequently changing security environments;
    Willingness to work and live in often remote areas under basic conditions;
    Proven ability to work creatively and independently both in the field and in the office;
    Advanced proficiency in written and spoken French and English is a mandatory

  • Filing Clerk/ Store keeper and Accounts Assistant

    Filing Clerk/ Store keeper and Accounts Assistant

    Details:
    Rockey Africa Limited is in the process of looking for applicants to fill two important posts in the organization that is a filing clerk/store keeper who will be incharge of recording and sorting any and all company documentation and will also be the one running the office store house/showroom within the office. Some of the duties include:stock taking and selling spare parts. As for the accounts department he/she will be required to be the head accountants aid in posting and running all financial processes.

  • Senior Manager – Managed Security Services Systems Administrator Officer HR Service Delivery

    Senior Manager – Managed Security Services Systems Administrator Officer HR Service Delivery

    Job description
    We are pleased to announce the following vacancy within the `Cyber Security Department within the wider Corporate Security Division. In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below.
    Brief Description
    Reporting to the Head of Department – Cyber Security, the Managed Cyber Security Services Senior Manager is the key player in the Managed Cyber Security Services Team for the client, serving as the delivery management focal point for operational governance and oversees the day-to-day activities of the delivery team.
    The Managed Cyber Security Services Senior Manager will oversee the Managed Cyber Security Section, in developing and maintaining the overall service delivered by the team to its clients, ensuring the services delivered meet the client requirements, support the overall business plan and are cost effective, ensuring the section is meeting its strategic objectives.
    Also in this role, the Managed Cyber Security Services Senior Manager will be accountable for all initiatives geared towards the building and maintenance of the services that will be delivered as part of the overall Section. The Senior Manager will lead in the management of all tasks, working with service delivery teams, peers and clients to ensure that the information and services implemented are delivered and operating smoothly. S/He will manage all commercial & technical aspects of the sales cycle, and will play a leading role in the development of the Managed Security pre-sales organization.
    Detailed Description

    The person in this functional role will need to be knowledgeable in all aspects of commercialisation, design and implementation of complex security value propositions.
    Provide oversight and management for operational Managed Cyber Security activities, processes and polices as required
    Work to build out and enhance a team of Managed Cyber Security Services professionals
    Own strategic accounts where onsite personnel are deployed
    Perform regular portfolio reviews and status updates
    Oversee sectional tasks as they seek to leverage existing Cyber Security Infrastructure to deliver solutions that solve customer problems
    Create a climate that fosters research and development (R&D) efforts in the Managed Cyber Security space, thus channelling input into the departmental Cyber Security
    Strategy & Innovation Roadmap
    Act as a primary liaison within the Cyber Security department, working with service delivery teams, peers and clients to ensure that the information and services implemented are delivered and operating smoothly

    Requirement

    Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Eng./Computer Science/Technology Management (or equivalent) from a recognised university;
    At least one professional Information Security Qualification: CISM/CISA/CISSP/CEH/CCSP
    At least 6+ years of experience in managed services leadership experience with security or Infrastructure Service offerings for enterprises, ideally in a cyber-security setting.
    Hands-on experiencing in building out and enhancing a team of managed services professionals
    Prior supervisory or technical team lead experience
    Experience in crisis management
    Proven hands-on experience in Microsoft & *nix Operating Systems
    Advanced Networking Competencies: CCNA/CCNP
    Experience in the use of vulnerability assessment tools
    Proven experience in Security Information & Event Management Platforms: e.g. Splunk, ArcSight, QRadar, etc.
    Proven experience in Cloud Technologies: Cisco UCS and VMware (or equivalent)
    Broad familiarity with Security Technologies within other disciplines is a definite bonus
    Familiarity with Information Security Management Systems and Standards (ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, etc.)
    Working knowledge of the broader threat landscape and the ability to distil technology trends, and explain complex behaviours in simple terms
    Working knowledge of cloud-based platforms (e.g. Google Apps, MS Office365, VMWARE, ESXi, AWS, Salesforce, ServiceNow, Okta, OneLogin, Dropbox, Box, etc.).
    Experience with POCs and Demos

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  • Officer HR Service Delivery

    Officer HR Service Delivery

    We are pleased to announce the following six month fixed term contract vacancy in the HR Operations within theResources Division. In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below.
    Brief Posting Description                     
    Reporting to the HR Service Delivery Manager, the employee will be responsible for HR service delivery for both internal and external customers.
    Job Responsibilities                 

    Provide 1st level operational support across the business and externally in various HR services.
    Generating and replacing staff identification badges.
    Responsible for provision of HR Administration services to support initiatives from HRBP’s and Centers of Expertise.
    Responsible for identifying and resolving client service issues and challenges on a daily basis.
    Updating, verifying and endorsing all documented correspondence coming into HR Operations for filing in the personnel files.
    Up to date staff record maintenance on both Oracle HR System and staff personnel files.
    Putting in place a filing plan for any documents that cannot be filed within the SLA and share with stakeholders.
    Support staff with medical related queries that come through the HR service desk.

     
    QUALIFICATIONS
     
    Job Requirements                   

    Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Human Resource Management or relevant field.
    Strong administrative skills with a flair for technological enhancements
    High multi-tasking, organizational, communication, and writing skills
    Efficient skills in word processing, spread sheet applications, basic knowledge of internet/e-mail functions and use of Outlook.
    Ability to prioritize multiple demands, exercise tact and discretion and meet deadlines.
    Must be a team player.

    Note to Applicants
    As part of our recruitment process, successful candidates will be expected to provide the documents below for verification;
    *Applicable to Kenyan citizen candidates only

    Scanned copy of Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal investigation (CID Kenya) (Less than 12 months old)
    Scanned Copy of Certificate from a reputable Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)

    *Applicable to all candidates

    Scanned copy of your University Certificate/s
    Scanned copy of your National ID / Passport /Legal Form of Identification

  • Project Manager for the African Exhanges Linkages Project

    Project Manager for the African Exhanges Linkages Project

    Background
    The African Securities Exchanges Association (ASEA) has received financing from the African Development Bank Korea-Africa Economic Co-Operation (KOAFEC) Trust Fund, towards the cost of the African Exchanges Linkage Project (AELP), and intends to apply part of the agreed amount for this Grant to payments under the contract for Project Management Services.
    Purpose of the Consultancy
    The African Securities Exchanges Association now invites eligible individual consultants to indicate their interest in providing this service “Project Manager for the Africa Exchanges Linkage Project”.
    Interested consultants must provide information indicating that they are qualified to perform the services (brochures, description of similar assignments, experience in similar conditions, updated Curriculum Vitae, etc.). Eligibility criteria, establishment of the short-list and the selection procedure shall be in accordance with the African Development Bank’s “Procurement Framework for Bank Group Funded Operations,” dated October 2015, which is available on the Bank’s website at http://www.afdb.org
    The African Exchanges Linkage Project (AELP) is a co-initiative of the African Securities Exchanges Association (ASEA) and the African Development Bank (AfDB) aimed at enabling cross-border trading and settlement of securities across participating exchanges in Africa. The goal is to boost Pan-African investment flows, promote innovations that support diversification needs of investors in Africa, and help address the lack of depth and liquidity in Africa’s financial markets.
    The AELP in its initial phase will create linkages among seven (7) African capital markets that represent over 85% of Africa’s market capitalization. The participating Exchanges are: i) Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE); ii) Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE); iii) Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE); iv) Casablanca Stock Exchange (CSE); v) Bourse Régionale des Valeurs Mobilières SA (BRVM); vi) Stock Exchange of Mauritius (SEM) and vii) Egyptian Exchange (EGX).
    Tasks and deliverables
    The Project Manager will drive the AELP implementation in the seven participating markets in the pilot phase markets. The Project Manager (PM) shall lead the implementation of the AELP and will be responsible for the planning, executing, monitoring, controlling and successful closure of the linkage project activities, and ensuring consistency with ASEA/ AfDB’s commitments and goals. The PM will organize stakeholder events in the different markets covered by the AELP and participate in workshops and conferences, as well as provide knowledge contributions in topics and events where the AELP is presented.
    The Project Manager will also manage relationships and communication with the different stakeholders for the AELP; and lead and coordinate engagements with financial and capital market stakeholders in the participating markets of the AELP. The consultant will report to the Project Steering Committee, and work closely with the ASEA Secretariat and AELP Technical, Legal and Commercial committees.
    The consultant will be responsible for the following:

    Drive the African Exchanges Linkage Project (AELP), and be the focal point for the project.
    Manage relationship and communication with the different stakeholders for the AELP.
    Lead and coordinate engagements with financial and capital market stakeholders in the different markets and Stock Exchanges covered by the AELP.
    Act as the focal point for the AELP Project and drive the planning of events, conferences and workshops related to the AELP.
    Drive the process of building capacity across markets and lead the Project’s different communication events.
    Work closely with stakeholders to finalize the AELP project execution plan including fine-tuning timelines and costing.
    Manage the engagement of various service providers of the project.
    Work closely with the different ASEA Technical Committees to harmonize the technical infrastructure between the markets.
    Develop and implement a communication strategy for the AELP.
    Develop and implement a risk matrix for the AELP.
    Mobilize additional funds for the implementation of the different aspects of the AELP.
    Coordinate in-country stakeholder consultations on the AELP implementation.
    Work closely with the Technical Committee to develop the required technical specifications for the AELP infrastructure required.
    Determine the objectives/ deliverables and measures upon which the AELP will be evaluated on completion.
    Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation records, briefs and other reporting required by donor funds for the AELP.
    Establish a communication schedule to update stakeholders on the progress of the project.
    Review the quality of the work completed with the project team on a regular basis to ensure that project standards are met.

    Consultant duration

    The duration of assignment is twelve (12) months, effective from the date of resumption. The Project Manager will be based in Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire.
    Consultant qualifications and requirements

    The Project Manager is expected to have a combination of skills including technical and business acumen, project management, and interpersonal skills, including:

    At least a master degree in Finance, economics or a related subject. A professional finance qualification will be a distinct advantage;
    At least 7 years of experience working directly on capital markets or on related subjects;
    Strong recent experience in a leading complex projects related to capital markets;
    Experience in financial services within product development or a technology discipline will be a distinct advantage.
    Experience in managing project funded by multilateral donors is highly desirable.
    Good knowledge of the African capital market ecosystem, specifically the markets covered by the AELP.
    Good knowledge and understanding of capital market investment process, from mandate origination, trade execution, clearing and settlement processes.
    Analytical and process orientated with ability to quickly assess weaknesses in business process or solutions.
    An understanding and knowledge of how to mitigate risk factors, from operational risks to financial risks.
    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
    Clear and excellent presentation skills.
    Good stakeholder management skills.
    Fluency in English or French with good command of the second language is required.

  • Evergreen Requisition – User Interface Designer

    Evergreen Requisition – User Interface Designer

    Job description
    An Evergreen Requisition is an advertisement for positions that Safaricom PLC hires for throughout the year. It is a way for Safaricom to build a database of qualified, interested individuals for a particular job function so that when there is a need to fill that type of role, the hiring process will be faster. By applying to an Evergreen Requisition, you are expressing your interest for a particular job function within the Safaricom family.
    In addition to submitting your resume to an Evergreen Requisition, we encourage you to create a job search agent to be alerted when positions in your areas of interest become available. In the job search agent specify all the geographic locations you would consider. *
    The primarily role of an User interface Designer is to create, implement and improve design systems, elements, styles, user flows and visual artifacts.
    The Roles Of An Interaction Designer Include

    Execute all aesthetic design stages from concept to engineering hand off
    Establishing design principles + UI direction for the engineers
    Communicating with product managers, engineers, interaction designers, researchers and the team at large to define and implement product direction, visuals and experience
    Present and defend designs and key milestone deliverables to peers and executive level stakeholders
    Apply design thinking and fundamental design principles to interfaces
    Staying abreast of UI trends and looking for creative ideas and inspiration
    Testing and analysing recently released products/features to identify potential areas of improvement

    Requirement

    Experience using tools such as Photoshop, Sketch, Illustrator, InVision, UXPin, Quartz.
    Understanding of basic front-end languages: HTML5, CSS3 Javascript.
    Excellent visual design skills with sensitivity to user-system interaction
    Ability to present your designs and sell your solutions to various stakeholders.
    Ability to solve problems creatively and effectively
    Up-to-date with the latest UI trends, techniques, and technologies
    Three or more years of experience and proven record of accomplishment.

    Must be collaborative, self-motivated, proactive, organised, punctual with deliverables, a team player, curious, innovative, empathetic and quality and result focused.
    Must provide a strong work portfolio that demonstrates a deep understanding and application of UI best practices.

  • Infrastructure Planning – Systems Administrator Evergreen Requisition – Software Developer (Persons With Disability – PWD)

    Infrastructure Planning – Systems Administrator Evergreen Requisition – Software Developer (Persons With Disability – PWD)

    Job description
    We are pleased to announce the following vacancy within Digital IT department in the Technology Division. In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below.
    Reporting to the Manager – Infrastructure and Cloud Planning, the position holder will be responsible for system planning, deployment, monitoring and administration of Safaricom Linux, Windows, VMware, RHEV, Open stack and storage systems. This includes general system administration tasks, software and hardware installations, system configuration, backups, system monitoring, performance tuning, troubleshooting, skills transfer, internal customer management, configuration management and documentation.
    Job Responsibilities

    Administering, configuring and troubleshooting servers based on Linux, Windows, VMware, RHEV, Openstack.
    Analysis of server hardware and operating system software, enterprise storage systems based on IBM, EMC, HP and Cisco and Brocade SAN fabric. This will also include implementation of tactical service improvements, upgrades and system patching;
    Liaise with internal users, hardware and software vendors and internal systems owners to fine tune systems hardware and software for all systems;
    Operations of backup tools and testing of disk and data recovery;
    Provide solutions on all business systems. Prompt restoration of lost data for the business;
    Hardware and software assurance;
    SLA and OLA management and adherence for incident management and request fulfilment processes.
    Capacity planning for servers, storage and related component to ensure business needs are met within agreed OLAs.
    Participation in feasibility studies and testing for new IT infrastructure components;

    Job Qualifications

    BS Degree in computer science or engineering;
    3+ years’ experience in infrastructure support in an environment with mixed Windows, Linux and UNIX server environment.
    Certification in vMware (VCP) and Redhat (RHCE), AIX and SAN Storage environments.
    Experience with Configuration Management E.g. Chef, Ansible.
    Good working knowledge of high availability environments with clustering and distributed storage technologies.
    Good understanding of System Administration Techniques – e.g. OS Performance, Windows, Virtualization, Linux enterprise, server hardware and storage.
    Strong oral, written, interpersonal communication and leadership skills

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  • Program Manager

    Program Manager

    Job description
    Department Description
    Reporting to the Senior Manager PMO, the position holder will coordinate and manage the delivery of Complex Information, Communications and Technology solutions for Safaricom projects. This role will be responsible for kick off, execution, implementation and closure of Sprints, Projects and Programs.
    Job Responsibilities

    Prior experience in a hands-on software or system development role
    Direct experience managing both agile and waterfall programs; able to tailor programmatic processes to the needs of a project
    Experience delivering products against plan in a fast-paced, multi-disciplined, distributed-responsibility and often ambiguous environment
    Communicate regularly with senior management on status, risks and change control
    Ability to apply critical thinking in complex situations; experience working in cross functional groups including Digital IT/engineering, Networking, and infrastructure teams.
    Inquisitive with technical and business skills to understand, test, and challenge while working harmoniously with the business and technology owners
    Collaborate with key stakeholders to translate business questions into verifiable hypotheses using complex, multi-source data
    Demonstrate great judgment in quickly forming actionable, data-driven conclusions in the face of uncertainty
    A strong track record of executing in dynamic and fast-paced environments.
    Lead cross-functional development on new technology from design through delivery
    Cross-organizational communication – comfortable evangelizing ideas and concerns clearly and persuasively, in both verbal and written forms

    Requirement

    Bachelor’s degree with a technical discipline or equivalent experience
    5+ years of relevant work experience in technical program/project management in a consumer electronics environment
    Experience defining projects, collecting requirements, writing detailed functional and test specifications, coordinating efforts to scope, schedule and deploy new features sets.
    Experience analyzing cost/benefit of feature selection
    Demonstrable experience in project management
    Certification in project management e.g. PRINCE 2/ PMP/SCRUM.

  • Enterprise Systems Support Analyst Channels Support Analyst – IPCC

    Enterprise Systems Support Analyst Channels Support Analyst – IPCC

    We are pleased to announce the following vacancy in Digital IT Department within the Technology Division. In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below:
    Reporting to the Senior Manager Channels Solutions, the position holder will Provide 1st and 2nd line functional andtechnical support of Oracle Enterprise Resource and Planning system, Retail Systems and other related systems.
    Key Responsibilities:

    Provide expert support (and management where applicable) for POS and ERP modules and related applications.
    Ensure Data and/or Application Availability of the POS and ERP modules and related applications.
    Provide first line support (and management where applicable) for all other internal applications within the ERPteam’s jurisdiction.
    Escalate and source expertise where necessary
    Involvement in testing new products, services and technologies.
    Test new and upgraded applications before implementation and rollout.
    Proactive Application monitoring of POS and ERP Systems.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    University Degree in Computer Science or any other Information or Technology related discipline
    Programming skills in PL/SQL is a pre-requisite
    LINUX certification is an added advantage
    LINUX Scripting and basic administration
    Oracle E-Business suite training is an added advantage
    At least 2-3 years experience in a client server environment with two years DBA and / or Application support experience
    Programming using PL/SQL and UNIX scripting
    Programming skills in any 4GL or a functional programming language e.g. SQL

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  • Business Development Manager

    Business Development Manager

    Job description
    Job Purpose
    The Business Development Manager operates as member of a sales team and is primarily responsible for achievement of sales targets and the implementation of the sales strategies as set out by the management within new accounts. The Business Development Manager is responsible for driving the sales cycle from initial contact to signing of the deal, and then maintaining a good client relationship, as well as take part in market analysis and relationship building with senior management and key opinion leaders in the banking and financial services sectors.
    Responsibilities and Accountabilities

    Recognized internally as specialist on business matters. Works independently and in collaborative nature. Has completely mastered technical and business skills required to accomplish the job. Provides guidance, coaching and advice to less experienced sales people. Individual with a costumer focus who has developed the acumen to cultivate and build lasting customer relations.
    Achieve sales targets established by the Territory Sales Manager, and execute sales strategies as member of a sales team.
    Start and manage the whole sales cycle, and be the focal point in all relations with a perspective client (information flow and coordination, commitments, etc.).
    Develop sales leads and prospects with current and potential clients and follow up on referrals.
    Provide advice and support Pre-Sales when preparing material to address potential client’s business needs and constraints.
    Make contacts with potential and current clients and introduce proposals for a demonstration and an info session of TEMENOS products and services.
    Negotiate terms and conditions of all sales and service agreements, both with new and existing clients.
    Provide leadership in client relations regarding implementation projects and sales of consultancy services.
    Follow up and ensure client satisfaction through out the lifetime of the relationship as TEMENOS believes in long term commitments to its clients.
    Engage in market research and build perspective client profiles with respect to their current systems, potential future software investments and strategies, and key decision makers.
    Perform competition analysis with respect to strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities and threats.
    Build long-term relationships and referrals with senior managers, officers, and key opinion leaders in the banking and financial services sectors, and establish and continue relationships with primary alliance partners and identify new market and growth opportunities to build a strong sales pipeline.
    Perform such other duties, functions and services, consistent with status or vocational ability, as may from time to time be required.

    Skills and Qualifications

    Sales skills: Proven track record of sales and achievement of sales targets (within the Middle East, including KSA) in the banking and financial services sectors, and substantial relevant experience within the same domain (4 years or more). Able to deal with people at all levels within an organization, and show and demonstrate negotiating skills with key decision makers.
    Demonstrate good communication, presentation and interpersonal skills to establish interest, trust and credibility.
    Technical skills: Good understanding of banking operations and relevant processes (front, middle, back office), thorough understanding of IT processes and implementations from both functional and technical perspectives.
    Educational & Proficiency level: Preferably a university education in relevant business disciplines, preferably with a post-graduate degree.
    Languages: Excellent command of English and the local language, both spoken and written.
    Other: Self motivated, ambitious, independent, organised, focused and be able to multi-task.