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  • Customs & Excise Manager

    Customs & Excise Manager

    Job Description :
    Purpose
    Provide proactive, high quality specialist global trade & excise governance leadership to ensure the effective management of Diageo’s global trade affairs locally within East Africa (EABL – Kenya) . Apply and execute Global CoE (Centre of Expertise) strategies and policies to manage and mitigate key risks.
    Accountabilities

    Participate in developing and executing strategies, policies, standards, guidelines for global trade management and drive adoption of, and adherence to, policies and standard
    Provide specialist support on regional global trade issues and support the business by reviewing the implications of business initiated projects to Kenya’s operational structure and value chain
    Participate in global trade projects to deliver shareholder value/manage potential exposures
    Proactively support the delivery of the Global Trade CoE objectives aiming to standardize and simplify processes and procedures
    Keep up to date with customs and excise regulatory changes and best practice; identify risks and opportunities and recommend actions

    Key interactions – Internal

    Regional Supply business partners and business unit leaders – develop and maintain a strong working relationship and keep up to date with business priorities and developments
    Global Trade Governance Centre of Expertise Team, Specialist global functions – Legal, Corporate Relations and Group Tax.  Collaborating with these functions as required to deliver end to end Supply chain efficiency
    Regional DEO (Diageo Eneterprise Operations) – maintain a good working relationship with the DEO customs and excise team
    Supply Governance & Change – provide specialist global trade support to the delivery of change programmes

    Key interactions – External

    Customs & Excise authorities – proactive management of the relationship with customs and excise – including

    Managing site audits and resultant inquiries
    Providing documentation where requested
    Dealing with technical inquiries

    3PL production, warehousing, logistics providers and customs agents   –

    Agreed delivery metrics supported by KPI’s. 
    Perform annual full audit on the 3PL
    Operate regular Service Review Calls
    First point of contact for the 3PL

    Ensure that the correct customs & excise guarantees, licences and approvals are held for operations

    Ensure there are the correct licences, approvals in place for any operational changes

    Trade bodies – contribute on specialist areas and share knowledge and intelligence with other large corporates and/or MNCs

    Critical Capabilities

    Global Trade governance
    Managing risk
    Internal control
    Embedding compliance and ethics

    Qualifications / experience

    Experience of leadership within a Global Trade/Supply function in a global multinational
    Experience of providing domestic and cross border technical advice
    Effective project management and implementation skills
    Good team working and communication skills across diverse cultures
    At least 5 – 8 years experience in trade and customs & excise environment globally or at a local scale

  • Programme Officer (Reporting, Monitoring and Evaluation) Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Officer (International Cooperation)

    Programme Officer (Reporting, Monitoring and Evaluation) Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Officer (International Cooperation)

    Org. Setting and Reporting
    This position is located in the UNODC Regional Office for Eastern Africa (ROEA), Nairobi, Kenya. The incumbent will work under the overall supervision of the UNODC Representative for Eastern Africa (ROEA) and under the direct supervision of the Programme Management Officer heading the Transnational Organised Crime and Illicit Trafficking Programme for Eastern Africa. The incumbent will work in close cooperation and coordination with the Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Officer (Criminal Investigation Programme (CIP) in Somalia), the Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Officer (Trafficking in Persons and Smuggling of Migrants) and in coordination with the Division for Management (DM), the Regional Section for Africa and the Middle East (RSAME) and the Independent Evaluation Section (IES) at Vienna headquarters.
    For more information on UNODC, please visit the following website: www.unodc.org
    Responsibilities
    Within assigned authority, the incumbent will perform the following duties:

    Participate in the development, coordination and implementation of the Transitional Organized Crime and Illicit Trafficking Programme and the Terrorism Prevention Programme, with a specific focus on coordination and providing substantive and technical expertise on reporting, monitoring and evaluation of programme activities in compliance with UNODC policies and strategies, programme documents and donor agreements.
    Provide substantive support in monitoring programme activities, in close coordination with the manager heading the Programme, with programme coordinators, counterparts, donors and other stakeholders, based on best practices, including UNODC manuals, handbooks, guides, and standards and norms.
    Monitor and manage programme budgets and all related administrative issues and report periodically, and on an ongoing basis within UNODC and to donors on the implementation status and delivery of programme activities.
    Plan, manage and coordinate reporting, monitoring and evaluation activities and support the implementation of evaluation findings.
    Participate in the recruitment of and supervise the work of national project staff and consultants. Assess consultancy needs and prepare background work for hiring of consultants.
    Work closely with other organizational entities of UNODC on the identification of funding needs, priorities and sources. Guide and manage the preparation of materials and participate in donor meetings and fund-raising missions and activities, as required.
    Participate in field missions.
    Perform other work-related duties as required.
    Competencies
    Professionalism: Has knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to budgetary, finance and accounting management and administration related fields. Has knowledge of reporting, monitoring and evaluation of programme/project activities. Has knowledge of the mandates of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). Has excellent drafting skills and experience in producing analytical publications according to UN standards. Has good planning and organizational skills. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
    Planning & Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
    Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.

    Education
    Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business administration, business management, social sciences, economics, public administration, or related fields to reporting, monitoring and evaluation is required. A first-level university degree in similar fields in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
    Work Experience

    A minimum of five years of progressively responsible professional experience in programme and project management, coordination, monitoring and/or evaluation is required.
    Experience in applying reporting, monitoring and evaluation methods (both qualitative and quantitative) is required.
    Technical experience in the area of programme/project monitoring and evaluation is desirable.
    Work experience in an international organization or with the United Nations system is desirable.
    Field experience is desirable

    Languages
    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English, including good drafting ability, is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.
    Assessment
    Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise and a competency based interview.
    Special Notice
    This is a project post. Filling of this position is subject to funding availability and the initial appointment will be for a period of one year. Extension of the appointment is subject to extension of the mandate and/or the availability of the funds.
    Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.
    The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff.
    Nairobi is classified a B and a family duty station.
    United Nations Considerations
    According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment.
    Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
    Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.
    The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.
    Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

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  • Finance and Budget Officer – Temporary, P3 Associate Programme Officer Programme Officer (Reporting, Monitoring and Evaluation) Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Officer (International Cooperation)

    Finance and Budget Officer – Temporary, P3 Associate Programme Officer Programme Officer (Reporting, Monitoring and Evaluation) Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Officer (International Cooperation)

    Org. Setting and Reporting
    The post is located in the Regional Office for Eastern Africa (ROEA) of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in Nairobi, Kenya. The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the UNODC Regional Representative, ROEA and in close cooperation with the Financial Resources Management Service (FRMS) of UNODC based in Vienna.
    Responsibilities
    The incumbent will be responsible for providing substantive and technical expertise in the area of financial, budgetary and accounting management in conformity with United Nations (UN) Financial Rules and Regulations and policies for the implementation of UNODC project and programme work and implementation. Within assigned authority, the Finance and Budget Officer will be responsible for the following duties:

    Hold full responsibility and accountability for official UNODC ROEA payments as designated Head of Payment.
    Participate in the formulation of finance management policies, strategies and procedures and in their monitoring and implementation ensure to optimize efficiency in management.
    Prepare the financial management reports in accordance with the terms and conditions of donor agreements to provide information for control and decision making.
    Provide advice and support the programme staff on financial and administrative matters.
    Ensure compliance with United Nations (UN) financial policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
    Ensure transparent and efficient utilization of the Programme’s financial resources.
    Prepare and provide the Programme’s biennium budgets, budget implementation and monitoring reports.
    Undertake missions to UNODC programme offices, including Ethiopia and Somalia.
    Propose, develop and implement financial policies and procedures.
    Set up proper internal controls to ensure that proper monitoring mechanisms are in place and that they can be used to identify weaknesses and address them immediately.
    Coordinate financial closure for entrusted imprest accounts.
    Respond to audit queries and follow up on audit recommendations.
    Ensure integrity and consistency of data in the SAP system (UMOJA).
    Draft correspondence and internal procedural directives relating to budgetary and financial matters.
    Contribute to preparedness actions such as early warning, risk analysis and contingency planning and make the necessary recommendations. Periodically monitor the management of risks and report on any actions taken.
    Monitor and supervise the work of subordinate staff as maybe required.
    Perform any other work-related duties as required.

    Competencies

    Professionalism: Has knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to budgetary, finance and accounting management and administration related fields. Has knowledge of the mandates of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
     Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount to solve problems to meet client needs; promotes and persuades others to consider new ideas; takes calculated risks on new and unusual ideas, thinks “outside the box”; takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things; is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches.
     Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.

    Education
    An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in finance, business administration, accounting or other related discipline is required. A first-level university degree in similar fields in combination with two additional years of experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
    Work Experience

    A minimum of five years of progressively responsible professional experience in finance, business administration, accounting or other related discipline with greater independence and decision making and managing complex budget is required.
    Experience in working with European Union (EU) funding is required.
    Work experience within an international organization or the United Nations system is highly desirable.
    Experience working in developing countries is an asset.

    Languages
    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English, including good drafting skills, is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.
    Assessment
    Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise and a competency-based interview.
    Special Notice
    This position is temporarily available until 30 April 2020. Filling of this position and actual duration of the assignment is subject to availability of funding. If the selected candidate is a staff member from the United Nations Secretariat, the selection will be administered as a temporary assignment.
    While this temporary assignment may provide the successful applicant with an opportunity to gain new work experience, the selection for this position is for a limited period and has no bearing on the future incumbency of the post.
    Staff members of the United Nations common system organizations who will reach the mandatory age of separation or retirement within the duration of the current temporary need period are not eligible to apply.Submitting an application or selection for the current temporary job opening does not delay or increase the mandatory age of separation.
    Retirees above the mandatory age of separation who wish to be considered for the current temporary job opening must indicate the reason for their last separation as “retirement.” Such retirees shall not be employed by the Organization, unless (a) the operational requirements of the Organization cannot be met by staff members who are qualified and available to perform the required functions; and (b) the proposed employment would not adversely affect the career development or redeployment opportunities of other staff members and represents both a cost-effective and operationally sound solution to meet the needs of the service.
    Nairobi is classified a B duty station.
    United Nations Considerations
    According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment.
    Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
    Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.
    The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.
    Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.
    No Fee
    THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.

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  • Customs & Bond Manager

    Customs & Bond Manager

    Job Description

    Purpose
    Provide proactive, high quality specialist global trade & excise governance leadership to ensure the effective management of Diageo’s global trade affairs locally within East Africa (EABL – Kenya) . Apply and execute Global CoE (Centre of Expertise) strategies and policies to manage and mitigate key risks.
     
    Accountabilities

    Participate in developing and executing strategies, policies, standards, guidelines for global trade management and drive adoption of, and adherence to, policies and standard
    Provide specialist support on regional global trade issues and support the business by reviewing the implications of business initiated projects to Kenya’s operational structure and value chain
    Participate in global trade projects to deliver shareholder value/manage potential exposures
    Proactively support the delivery of the Global Trade CoE objectives aiming to standardize and simplify processes and procedures
    Keep up to date with customs and excise regulatory changes and best practice; identify risks and opportunities and recommend actions

    Key interactions – Internal

    Regional Supply business partners and business unit leaders – develop and maintain a strong working relationship and keep up to date with business priorities and developments
    Global Trade Governance Centre of Expertise Team, Specialist global functions – Legal, Corporate Relations and Group Tax. Collaborating with these functions as required to deliver end to end Supply chain efficiency
    Regional DEO (Diageo Eneterprise Operations) – maintain a good working relationship with the DEO customs and excise team
    Supply Governance & Change – provide specialist global trade support to the delivery of change programmes

    Key interactions – External

    Customs & Excise authorities – proactive management of the relationship with customs and excise – including

    Managing site audits and resultant inquiries
    Providing documentation where requested
    Dealing with technical inquiries

    3PL production, warehousing, logistics providers and customs agents –

    Agreed delivery metrics supported by KPI’s.
    Perform annual full audit on the 3PL
    Operate regular Service Review Calls
    First point of contact for the 3PL

    Ensure that the correct customs & excise guarantees, licences and approvals are held for operations

    Ensure there are the correct licences, approvals in place for any operational changes

    Trade bodies – contribute on specialist areas and share knowledge and intelligence with other large corporates and/or MNCs

    Critical Capabilities

    Global Trade governance
    Managing risk
    Internal control
    Embedding compliance and ethics
     

    Qualifications / Experience

    Experience of leadership within a Global Trade/Supply function in a global multinational
    Experience of providing domestic and cross border technical advice
    Effective project management and implementation skills
    Good team working and communication skills across diverse cultures
    At least 5 – 8 years experience in trade and customs & excise environment globally or at a local scale

  • Senior Innovations Manager

    Senior Innovations Manager

    Job Description :
    Are you hungry for a big opportunity?  Do you yearn for a fast-moving, entrepreneurial culture?  Do you measure success by what you do as much as what you say?  Are you motivated by brilliant execution of new ideas that delight consumers and are compelling to the retailer?
    The role is an integral part of the Innovation leadership team. The innovation team is charged with the responsibility of delivering 25% of the business growth to come through Innovations in the next 5 years. This is a critical task in achieving the future growth for the business.
    The innovation team therefore plays a critical role in shaping the future of the business, delivering innovations that respond to consumer and customer trends and innovations that are reshaping the choice available to our consumers.
    We believe in learning quickly and adjusting our plans as we execute. This calls for constant awareness of the environment, acting on insights that can be boldly and quickly executed in the market. We have learned that innovations sometimes surprise us.
    We are creators, we build brands from scratch such as Chrome, Balozi and Orijin and also create new variants of local brands such as Kenya Cane Citrus and Smirnoff Ice Guarana. In the spirit of making marketing simple, we also work collaboratively with global teams to introduce international brands in a way that is compelling and truly transformational such as recently launched Captain Morgan Gold.
    To deliver that we need a black-belt Senior Innovation Manager, accountable for delivering game changing innovation projects. A self-motivated, entrepreneurial individual who will be a great addition to the team and who shares our beliefs. If this is you, then welcome to the Innovation team at EABL.
    Purpose of Role
    A key part of this role is to ensure the use of creative excellence, disciplined project leadership and management in crafting new opportunities and brands from multiple start points.
    The Innovation Manager will lead projects designed to deliver against the local market’s programme, priorities and strategy as well as influencing the business with the scalability of projects.
    The role will require:

    Inspiring leadership and influencing skills both within project teams, with global teams and with senior leaders around the business.
    Great consumer and customer understanding to generate insights on consumer behaviour that would deliver successful innovations uptake and great commercial execution.
    Strong team leadership to deliver brilliant execution through agency partners for both above-the-line and below-the-line work in order to deliver the innovations in an accessible way that meets consumer needs and is profitable to the business.

    Top 5 Accountabilities

    Product Innovation: Through a natural instinct of what consumers want, lead the development of Concepts, Design & Communications for both new brand launches as well as brand extensions on existing brands. Complete this through the GATE process, influencing & inspiring the organisation behind your vision.
    Project management:  leading the development of multiple innovation projects at once, you will be an expert in project management & mastering a range of project management tools will deliver all projects on time & within budget. 
    World-Class Execution Launches: Working in partnership with the Supply brand change managers and Commercialisation Managers to develop and commercialize the product innovation. Will require clear setting the execution standards and goals for launches, delivering & executing full consumer & commercial launches flawlessly, to time & to budget. This will include new brand launches as well as rolling out proven innovations from other markets.
    Influencing & Inspiring. It is critical that you can effectively influence & inspire the cross-functional project team to deliver the Ambition. This means genuine relationships, tough conversations when needed & above all to be a master of inspiring the business to the opportunity the innovation has for the business in the future.
    Performance management: Through a strong understating of the business and understanding the relative commercial levers required to deliver the performance ambitions you will consistently measure and intervene to make sure all projects deliver to target. Timely escalations and course correction based on judgement from the performance tracking.

    Key Relationships: EABL Kenya Executive team, Marketing team, Technical and brand change team, Finance team, Consumer research team, Sales and commercial team, Procurement team, Corporate Affairs team, Supply chain team, Quality and Brand assurance team, 3rd party agencies.
    Qualifications & Experience Required:

    You have 7+ years of marketing, innovation or commercial experience & have a proven track record of amazing results.
    You will demonstrate meticulous project management, strong marketing judgement & commercial grounding to ensure delivery of plans.
    You will have strong entrepreneurial flair to both identify new opportunities & navigate your project challenges through the complex business landscape.
    A great communicator, you build strong interpersonal networks within the business & have the ability to manage stakeholders in a clear concise manner. You are comfortable managing complexity with a demonstrated track record of managing an agenda of multiple priorities & stakeholders, juggling multiple projects & complex project timeline.
    You demonstrate drive, delivery & determination.
    Resilience is key! You should  be result oriented with a track record of consistently delivering strong performance.
    Line management & leadership. Leading, inspiring & coaching cross functional team members and 3rd party agencies.

    Qualifications: Educated to Graduate level in a related field.

  • HR Admin Coordinator

    HR Admin Coordinator

    About Your Job:
     
    We are looking for a HR Admin Coordinator to join our team in Nairobi and be responsible for the full spectrum of HR functions in Kenya. You will work under the supervision of the Commercial Manager.   
     
    Accountabilities:

    Deal with HR queries from Head Office in Doha to prepare all internal and external administrative documents
    Liaise with Finance in relation to all joiners and leavers to ensure that payroll is processed on time and to correct standard
    Respond and communicate effectively to queries with regard to employment regulations, policies and procedures to disseminate correct information and first level service
    Follow up on sick leave for the region
    Organise the training needs for other departments
    Provide advice and guidance to employees and managers on the company’s HR policies
    Work with the Recruitment team to support with recruitment activities for this region

    About You:
     
    The successful candidate will ideally have:

    A Bachelors degree or equivalent
    HR diploma preferred with an understanding of local labor laws
    Ability to make fair decisions in line with existing QR Policies and law
    Strong organisational skills with the ability to work to deadlines
    Ability to work in a highly pressurized environment and deal with setbacks effectively   
    Fluency in English (both verbal and written) is essential

    You must have the right to live and work in Kenya. All applications must be in English

  • Early Career Internship Program

    Early Career Internship Program

    At EABL, we take pride in continuously investing in Talent to ensure that we have the best pool of resources across our Markets. This goes hand in hand with our ambition to create the best performing, most trusted and respected consumer products company in Africa.
     
    Our Early Career Internship program (ECIP) runs quarterly; January-March, April-June, July-September and October-December. Applications open in the second month of every preceding quarter. Apply now or create your profile for the next intake.
    To apply for the internship program:

    You must be a 3rd year or final year student– (i.e. going back to school to continue with studies after internship) in a public or accredited private academic institutions undertaking a Bachelor’s Degree.
    You must be on break/ holiday from school during the internship period for this intake which is 1st January – 31st March 2020

    What you will need:

    A successful intern has a desire to gain professional experience and is incredibly eager to learn and explore possibilities.
    Strong listening skills are also required to perform this role.
    Oral and written communication skills, the ability to follow directions, as well as not being afraid to ask questions will ensure a productive internship.
    An excellent Excel Spreadsheet skill is essential.
    Very articulate with fluent English.
    Patient, attention to detail, fast learner, committed, able to follow instructions, can work quickly and accurately under pressure.
    Keen to learn about the markets and also with a high attention to detail and pride in their work at this initial stage of their career development
    A commitment to completing the 3 months internship program

    Mandatory Requirements

    Letter from your institution indicating you are a student there and/or require internship as part of requirement for course completion.
    Personal Accident insurance cover for the period of the internship
    Bank account details
    Copy of National Identity Card.

    The internship is for a fixed period of three months without extension

  • Micro-biology Manager

    Micro-biology Manager

    Market Complexity
    The Kenya beer market is very complex with many international and local competitors therefore requires a ruthless focus on quality gates at each stage of beer release and at the same time driving down the cost of goods sold.
    It is critical that the company maintain high quality of water, Malt, barley, process aids and brands through effective Microbiological and sensory procedures in order to remain at the top in the market and satisfy the expectations and needs of the consumer at competitive cost.
    Purpose of the Role
    To prevent, diagnose and control beer infections by identifying and characterizing organisms across the entire brewing chain while achieving or exceeding the business targets for Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Safety as defined in the annual operating plan (AOP).
     As a Sensory panel leader, run an effective sensory panel according to Diageo way of brewing standards, coordinate release of product to trade and guide the site on improvement programs required to improve the sensory quality ratings.
    Key Accountabilities

    Lead the implementation of the Mandatory Product and Plant hygiene standards in accordance with the DWB (Diageo Way of Brewing) and Food Safety Microbiological standards across the businesses.
    As a site Sensory panel leader ensures Quality and safe finished products are released to the trade by the leadership team and help in protecting our Brand image.
    Responsible for the entire yeast management at KBL site for effective Control of fermentation in brewing therefore minimizing process waste and maximizing on turn-around times and taking appropriate actions to ensure quality products are produced.
    Participate in the implementation of Food safety, Quality, Environment and Safety Management Systems according to FSSC 22000, ISO 9001, ISO14001 and BS 18001 requirements respectively.
    Lead the identification of risks associated with microbiology in the processes, mitigation actions and drive closure of identified corrective and preventative action.
    Participate in implementation of the Quality Strategy, manage risks associated with product quality in relation to Microbiology & Sensory.
    Support innovations of new product by providing the required support in all microbiology & sensory aspects.
    Delivery of site Quality Targets as aligned in the Annual Operating Plan.
    Monitor ‘Legionella’ risk on site and follow through mitigation actions with relevant departments on site.

    Qualifications & Experience

    Degree in Microbiology
    IBD (International Brewing qualification), preferably to Diploma level, detailed knowledge of Brewing, Spirits and Packaging processes and exposure with developments in Brewing Best Practice would be ideal
    At least Five years’ experience in Busy food Manufacturing Industry
    Comprehensive knowledge of ISO 9001, HACCP, ISO 14001 & OHSAS 18001, ISO 22000.
    Lead Assessor or auditor
    Excellent computer skills-applications related to MS office and internet
    Strong leadership & coaching capability, discernment skills and able to apply principles of change management
    Strong ability to manage budgets and costs – able to analyse financial and technical data as required and take the necessary consequential steps in the span of control.
    Be a skilled trainer and able to impart knowledge effectively

  • Motorcycle Sales Executive

    Motorcycle Sales Executive

    Job Details

    Education a certificate or diploma in sales or any relevant field
    Sales experience minimum 2 yrs
    Must know how to ride a motor bike

  • Advocacy Officer, Kenya

    Advocacy Officer, Kenya

    Under the supervision of the Country Manager, the Advocacy Officer will work collaboratively with all other colleagues of the IBPK team to ensure the successful implementation of IBP strategy for Kenya. At its core is the support of poor and marginalized persons to effect change and impact their lives by ensuring that public resources match their and other public priorities. This is by building civil society capacity, with a strong focus on analyzing public budgets to expose and unblock service delivery gaps affecting the poor and marginalized in Kenya communities.The Advocacy Officer will be expected to lead in certain functional areas critical to the implementation of our strategy. This will include designing and implementing an advocacy strategy, specifically engaging duty bearers at different levels and supporting our partners to engage them effectively. The Advocacy Officer will need to ensure that the support and assistance that partners need from these functional areas is provided in a timely and effective way. At the same time, the Advocacy Officer will also be expected to lead in managing the partnership relations with a few of the SPARK program partners, coordinating with other IBPK colleagues to ensure that the support and assistance that is needed by this set of partners is provided in a timely manner.The ideal candidate will be deeply interested in engaging in a complex space of public budgets development and implementation, citizen engagement and public accountability. S/he will demonstrate initiative and experience in community and government engagements, innovative thinking and acting as well as willingness to work in a small but very dynamic team. S/he will be ready to have a steep learning curve as the work is already ongoing. Primary Responsibilities Though itemized below its worth mentioning that work in IBP Kenya as guided by our country strategy and relevant workplans are collaborative, all rounded and multifaceted. Thus, staff members lead and follow on different tasks and responsibilities, but the entire team adds value to the specific work. The goal is to have everyone’s back covered for thecollective and individual success.Advocacy and Campaigns Management The Advocacy Officer Will Be Expected To Weave In And Innovatively Lead The Team In The Following Responsibilities This is a core responsibility of this position and it entails working with civil society partners and supporting their engagement with government either directly or through their coalitions.

    Support IBPK and partners to develop and implement advocacy actions that are evidence based and politically feasible.
    Undertake and apply political economy analysis in budgets and service delivery campaigns.
    Map actors’ interests and power analyses including establishing appropriate entry points into government decision making processes.
    Support and assist in, and from time to time lead, facilitation of capacity building of partners at national and county level on the budget process, budget analysis and participation in budgeting and service delivery advocacy around the country.
    Support partners to manage and track the campaigns progress.

    Partnerships and OutreachOur partnerships and outreach approach is aimed at educating the public and government officials for meaningful engagement. As such it builds on the traditional sense of outreach such as communications, dissemination and public relations to sensitive, mobilize and develop capacity in citizens to act individually and collectively in seeking the change they desire. On the government side, this responsibility entails using officially available data and our own research to support partners to advocate to the officials to develop and implement policies that benefit citizens. At its centre is a partnerships and outreach engagement approach that has a budget and service delivery outcome in mind. The Advocacy Officer will::

    Lead in the planning for and ensuring that our work outputs including research and training content is communicated to IBPK partners and other audiences.
    Lead in the packaging, reviewing, layout & design of content on appropriate formats, such as infographics, blog posts, social media posts, and op-eds in dailies and online platforms as necessary.
    Support the cultivation of relevant partnerships that advance the work of IBP in Kenya at national and county level.
    Support constant outreach to government including through making formal submissions on various budget policies.
    Provide technical support to our partners outreach engagements.

    Capacity Building Support Building On The First Two Areas Of Responsibilities, The Role Of The Advocacy Officer Will Include The Following Collaborative Tasks As indicated a key part of IBPK Kenya’s work is facilitating and supporting our implementing, peer and government partners to effectively engage through budgets to transform the lives of Kenyans. We undertake an array of engagements that include Training, Technical Assistance and Strategic accompaniment for research, analysis, campaigns organizing, advocacy and communication.

    Undertake capacity needs assessments with our partners and develop and facilitate relevant advocacy capacity building efforts. This includes supporting evidence generation and packaging for the campaigns we are engaged in.
    Support in supervision of external contractors and service partners engaged to provide sector/service specific training and technical assistance as needed.
    Collaboratively provide technical assistance and strategic accompaniment to partners during the implementation of projects on budget process, budget analysis, participation and transparency in service delivery.

    MERL Support Thus, This Area Of Responsibility Is Collaborative And Rotational In Day To Day Engagement IBP Kenya is on a deliberate journey of ensuring we closely monitor, evaluate, learn and report on the work we are doing. This is part of our global focus as a learning organization. We have an external consultant supporting our regular reflection and learning from an Action Research methodology.

    Participate in the development of appropriate tools and methods for data collection and work with program officers, consortium partners and grantees to ensure the quality of data collection, entry, and storage.
    Support collection and collation of quantitative and qualitative performance indicators for uploading on the IBP, Inc. database and for internal purposes.
    Work with colleagues to develop effective communication tools for sharing MEL findings with stakeholders including donors, partners and grantees especially through storytelling.

    Additional Responsibilities

    Support IBPK’s corporate communications such as responding to inquiries and telephone calls, emailing partners on planned work and disseminating research products.
    Participate in IBPK and IBP Inc all-staff meetings and retreats, and in some SPARK Team meetings – as required.
    Perform other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the Country Manager, in accordance with IBP administrative and financial protocols, policies and procedures.

    Requirements of the position Experience

    At least 5 years’ experience in development work, implementing advocacy programs aimed at strengthening civil society to engage in governance, budget transparency and/or accountability
    Deep understanding government operations at national or subnational level
    Demonstrated experience in advocacy with/in communities, with government and partners in the civil society
    Demonstrated engagement in multi-year and multi-funded projects
    Deep knowledge of political economy analysis and collective action
    Experience implementing and supporting collective agency building processes

    Knowledge & Skills

    Ability and interest to work in generating stories for different audiences
    Strong skills in developing advocacy strategies aimed at government officials
    Working knowledge of public finance management in Kenya
    Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to thrive in and contribute to a culture of collaboration and teamwork in a diverse work environment
    Demonstrates a very high level of organization; a strong ability to prioritize tasks to meet multiple deadlines
    Detail oriented and flexible including ability to work remotely
    Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
    Fluent in written and spoken Kiswahili and English; able to communicate effectively with citizens, partners, consultants and vendors, as appropriate
    Proficiency in Microsoft Office package required

    Education

    Bachelor’s degree in social science, communications or related field
    Professional training in advocacy and government relations
    Training in law and financial management is an added advantage