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  • Finance and Investment Manager Post-Doctoral Researcher – Sister’s Blended Value Project (SBVP) Senior Business Development Manager

    Finance and Investment Manager Post-Doctoral Researcher – Sister’s Blended Value Project (SBVP) Senior Business Development Manager

    JOB PURPOSE:
    Manage the design, development, and operations of the Sisters’ Financial Services Facility
    MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Negotiate and structure the seed grant and other concessionary financings to support sisters’ social enterprises.
    Lead and manage the implementation of the sisters’ business plans and the seed grants,
    In collaboration with the Advisor, develop and manage the financial operations of the Sisters Financial Services Facility.
    Provide leadership in the delivery of business advisory and financial analysis support to sisters in the context of their social enterprises.
    Conduct business intelligence on the social enterprises run by sisters to determine financial status and provide financial options, and lead in developing financial plans and investment strategies for the sisters’ social enterprises.
    Monitoring investment performance and reviewing and revising investment plans based on modified needs and changes in markets.
    Support data collection activities.

    JOB REQUIREMENTS
    The post holder will be required to have and to demonstrate evidence of the following qualifications, attributes, and skills:

    Minimum Bachelor’s degree in business-related courses. A master’s program will be an added advantage.
    Professional qualifications in CPA, ACCA, and CFA are an added advantage.
    Over 5 years experience in business development services, strategic or management consulting, or in providing business assistance ideally working with start-up, early-stage, and established enterprises.
    Experience in social entrepreneurship or entrepreneurship or a related field coupled with excellent report writing skills.
    Experience in the critical analysis of a business, investment plans, and financial statements.
    Preferably a Catholic Sister (nun).
    Experience working with the agribusiness sector is an added advantage.
    Ability to solve problems and make critical decisions.
    Proven time management and organizational skills, delivering work with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail with minimal supervision.
    Effective written and oral communication skills and the ability to positively discuss and negotiate with clients, members of the business community, and University staff in the provision of professional quality client service.

    Closing: 17th March 2023

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    If you are interested in the position and have the skills we are looking for, we would like to hear from you. Please forward an application letter together with a copy of your updated resume quoting the position to the People and Culture Manager, Strathmore University Business School, on careerssbs@strathmore.edu

    Apply via :

    careerssbs@strathmore.edu

  • Officer, Food Program Associate, Livelihoods

    Officer, Food Program Associate, Livelihoods

    The primary role of this position is to implement the food assistance program, ensuring that the intended clients receive their food rations in time.
     
    The core responsibilities of this position
     
    Food Distribution

    Receive assigned food referrals in the database, create interventions, and schedule deliveries; 
    Generate and prepare lists of clients in the food program and determine the food quantities needed per location;
    Create food orders and submit them to the Social Work Program Manager for approval;
    Update the shared monthly schedule indicating the support needed for food distribution;
    Communicate with clients in the food program to ensure they are aware of the support they are entitled to;  when and how they will receive the food program support; how to raise queries or complaints, and any other communication needs that may come up related to the food program; 
    Jointly with an Admin representative; verify that the delivered food is of good quality and meets the specifications in the order;
    Receive the food items from the Admin representative and issue to the clients. Hand over to the Admin representative any balance of items at the end of the distribution in each location;
    Ensure that each recipient signs on the hard copy list and digitally on TaroWorks. Sync the data after distributing in each location;
    Take stock of the food distribution exercise and note the emerging issues. Resolve what can be addressed on-site while keeping the Social Work Program Manager in the loop. 

    Record keeping and reporting 

    Create and maintain physical food distribution records fully signed by clients at each distribution for all locations;
    Update the electronic database records to ensure all activity is captured, including case notes and delivery records with food case notes on distribution anomalies that may affect households;
    In conjunction with the Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting team, carry out monthly reconciliations of database records to ensure that all records tally with the procurement and physical distribution records;
    Generate monthly, quarterly, and annual activity reports and share these with the Social Work Program Manager.

      Program improvements

    In conjunction with the Social Work Program Manager & other members of the urban team, organize dialogue sessions with program recipients to increase their knowledge and understanding of nutrition needs, and proper food handling; 
    Work with the Monitoring Evaluation and Reporting Manager as well as the Social Work Program Manager to design and implement regular surveys to determine the nutritional value of the food basket provided by RefugePoint and capture client feedback and wishes;
    Identify gaps in the food program processes, make recommendations, and escalate promptly;
    In consultation with the Social Work Program Manager, review and update the food program guidelines & standard operating procedures (SOPs);
    Participate in periodic market surveys of the food basket and provide feedback to the Social Work Program Manager; 
    Provide regular feedback to the Social Work Program Manager and the procurement team on the quality of the food delivered as well as all feedback provided by program recipients.
    Attend to other duties as assigned by the supervisor

    Requirements:
    Either:

    Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or another related field with at least two years of experience in stores and inventory management OR
    Diploma in Business Administration with at least three years of experience in stores and inventory management OR
    Degree in Social Work or related field with at least two years of experience in psychosocial programs
    Experience with databases and data software;
    Good interpersonal and communication skills.

    Desirable Requirements:

    Knowledge and experience in warehouse operations, supply chain management, procurement, and logistics.
    Experience working with refugees and host communities.
    Experience in implementing food programs.
    Experience working with the Salesforce database.
    Analytical and report writing skills.

    Special Requirement:

    Recent Police Clearance Certificate

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  • Business Development Manager, Coaching

    Business Development Manager, Coaching

    JOB PURPOSE:
    To market and sell Coaching programs and services in liaison with the Director Coaching and Executive Education (the Heads of the other units -Custom Solutions, open programs, entrepreneurial programs, public sector unit, and in the Regions) and the academic programs on tailor-made coaching programs while building and cultivating sustainable key relationships with potential public and commercial partners, nationally and regionally. The ideal candidate would need to have considerable experience in coaching, consultancy solutions, client advisory, proposal writing, and presentation.
    MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
    SALES:

    Market the SBS coaching products to internal and external SBS clients and stakeholders through stakeholder meetings, conferences, workshops, and events in order to enhance the visibility of the Strathmore University Business School coaching programs and products.
    Consulting, assessing, and proposing tailored coaching solutions to meet clients’ unique needs, answer to upcoming trends and promote business success of clients.
    Targeting new clients for business development and proposing new initiatives for existing clients, to increase sales opportunities and achieve personal and team financial targets.
    Developing and maintaining relationships with new and existing clients, developing industry linkages to sustain Strathmore University Business School as their knowledge partner in transforming Africa leaders.
    Presenting to and consulting with clients’ senior management on business trends with a view to developing effective coaching solutions.
    Continually devise ways to increase customer experience and deepen client/partner relationships and maintain lasting client and partner relationships.

    MARKETING:

    Analyzing and managing stakeholders to maintain a close engagement and relationship with the market.
    Undertaking continuous business intelligence to understand client needs at organization, industry, and country level to ensure proposal of relevant and executive coaching and consultancy solutions.
    Tracking client satisfaction with frequent client review meetings and effective evaluation of programs and consultancy engagements.

    OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE

    Support the director in the design of coaching programs and products for business executives from the SBS programs as well as SBS and university staff.
    Supporting technical resource persons and key experts to ensure delivery of client promise and delivery of expected outcomes to the clients.
    Initiating and driving the coaching design process in liaison with Director, Lead coaches, and coach trainers and their teams. This includes designing coaching projects and other unique program features.
    Preparing internal coaching management reports and client reports as required, to support data-driven decision-making for enhanced client relations and effective process improvement.
    Ensure high standards on ethics, and confidentiality is maintained.

    JOB REQUIREMENTS
    The post holder will be required to have and to demonstrate evidence of the following qualifications, attributes, and skills:

    Master’s degree in a business-related area
    Minimum 5 years relevant working experience in business development with proven experience in sales, coach management, managing client relations, and key account management. Direct experience in consultancy will be an added advantage.
    Ability to guide coaching leaders in designing effective coaching solutions which will achieve desired business results.
    Good research, planning, and reporting skills. Excellent business communication and etiquette skills with a flair for pitching.
    Ability to analyze data from various sources including a thorough understanding of how business work and where opportunities lie.
    Financial and budgeting skills

    If you are interested in the position and have the skills we are looking for, we would like to hear from you. Please forward an application letter together with a copy of your updated resume quoting ‘Business Development Manager, Coaching ’ to the People and Culture Manager, Strathmore University Business School, on careerssbs@strathmore.edu by end of the day (5.30pm) Thursday, 3rd March 2023.

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    careerssbs@strathmore.edu

  • Resident Clinical Officer Radiographer

    Resident Clinical Officer Radiographer

    Job Purpose
    The overall purpose of this job is to attend to patients through clinical diagnosis in line with established protocols and the hospital’s patient care objectives.
    Key duties and responsibilities

    Attend to, examine and make clinical diagnosis, prescribe medication and discharge patients in line with established protocols;
    Attend to emergencies, stabilize patients, request for investigations and/or tests for further assessments in order to diagnose and advise on appropriate treatment;
    Provide comprehensive and high-quality clinical services including (Take/review the patient’s history to ascertain the right clinical examinations and treatment and prescription of treatment) to patients;
    Order investigation and interpretation of results for diagnosis and explain the results to the patients and the intended treatment;
    Diagnose and institute appropriate treatment, prescriptions, and carry out other treatment activities while ensuring that established treatment protocols are effectively followed;
    Refer patients to other departments for further investigation such as laboratory and x-ray;
    Attend to emergencies presenting to the clinic and recommend referrals for cases that cannot be managed;
    Ensure that all required observations and vitals, prescribed treatment and procedures are carried out and documented in the system;
    Attend to patients in the diabetes clinic and carry out physical examinations for chronic illness and make referrals;
    Prepare patients’ medical reports and discuss the results with the patients; 
    Clerk all patients that present to the outpatient department and coming up with correct diagnosis;
    Order and interpret various investigations regarding to the patient;
    Prescribe appropriate medications to all patients;
    Perform all minor medical and surgical procedures;
    Attend to mortality and morbidity meetings and any other duties as assigned;
    Ensure high levels of patient confidentiality and work ethic in line with applicable code of conduct and hospital objectives; and 
    Any other responsibility assigned to the jobholder by the supervisor from time to time.

    Working relationships

    Internal Relationships: Lab, Radiology, Pharmacy, Reception, Nurses
    External Relationships: Patients, Patient Relatives, Consultants

    Knowledge, experience and qualifications required

    Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery from a recognized institution.
    Registered with Clinical Officers Council and have a valid practicing license.
    Minimum of 3 years’ experience.

    Competencies
    Technical & Behavioural competencies 

    Emergent lifesaving skills
    Recognition and assessment of patient’s and ability to intervene as required
    Patient care skills
    Effective decision-making and judgement skills
    Basic counselling skills
    Ability to work for long hours under pressure
    Drive and openness to learning
    Time management skills
    Analytical skills
    Research skills
    Interpersonal skills
    Attention to detail
    Planning and organising skills
    Communication skills including presentation and facilitation skills
    Team working skills
    Accountability
    Integrity
    Confidentiality

    Responsibility for finances and physical assets

    The jobholder is not responsible for any equipment, budgets or consumable stocks

    Decision-making

    The jobholder has no final decision making authority other than routine decisions related to their work

    Working Conditions      

    Working Environment: Minimum disagreeable conditions in the environment.
    Job Hazards: The jobholder is exposed to significant hazards such as potential risk of infectious and non-infectious contamination from patients

    Knowledge, experience and qualifications required

    Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery from a recognized institution.
    Registered with Clinical Officers Council and have a valid practicing license.
    Minimum of 3 years’ experience.

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    Qualified and interested applicants should submit their applications with copies of their ID’s, updated CV’s, Academic Certificates and testimonials to the following E-mail Address: jobs@stlukesorthopaedics.com Before 20th Feb 2023.

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    jobs@stlukesorthopaedics.com

  • Human Resource Manager

    Human Resource Manager

    Job Purpose
    The overall purpose of the job is to oversee delivery of human resource services best practice in the Hospital including talent acquisition, talent development, organization development, employee relations and HR operations in order to ensure the Hospital attracts and retains the right talent to deliver on the organizational objectives.
    Key duties and responsibilities

    Lead the development of the HR functional strategy to promote employee engagement and drive a high performance culture in line with the Hospital’s overall strategy;
    Demonstrate ownership of and communicate the HR strategic direction and objectives to all staff; 
    Prepare the HR annual business plans to ensure delivery of the Hospital’s strategic imperatives and make periodic adjustments as required;
    Develop and ensure implementation of leading practice strategies in talent development, talent management and culture that strengthen the Hospital’s people capabilities in line with the overall corporate strategy;
    Keep abreast of local and global HR best practices and make recommendations to the Director, Operations on how this impact the HR role as well as provide suitable interpretation to management and staff;
    Develop and ensure implementation of the robust human resource policies and procedures in accordance with the Hospital’s core values, best practices and the Kenyan Labour Laws;
    Continually review and assess the effectiveness and efficiency of the Hospital’s human resource policies, procedures and processes and identify improvement opportunities;
    Maintain awareness and knowledge of contemporary HR practices and equip line managers with skills and knowledge to enable them address diverse people related issues within their functions; 
    Advise on appropriate organizational structures, business processes and job design to maximize organizational effectiveness;
    Ensure the Hospital acquires, trains and develops high calibre, skilled and well-motivated employees capable of matching present and future operational and business requirements in line with the Hospital’s Strategy;
    Lead the performance management process to ensure the cascading of the Hospital’s strategy into individual performance targets and present annual performance evaluation outcomes and appropriate interventions to senior management; 
    Champion culture transformation initiatives in hospital to entrench and drive desired behaviours;
    Develop and ensure implementation of a consistent and strategic approach to talent management processes including identification of top performers, career progression and succession planning;
    Develop and ensure implementation of effective reward management and remuneration policies and strategies that promote talent acquisition, retention, motivation and improved productivity;
    Ensure development and implementation of a learning and development framework to support the strategic objectives of the Hospital;
    Develop and ensure implementation of policies and procedures on disciplinary processes, dispute handling and grievance management;
    Identify, deploy and motivate the HR team including performance appraisal, identification of training needs, mentorship and coaching as well as leave and absence management in line with the hospital’s people agenda; and 
    Any other responsibilities that may be assigned to the jobholder by the supervisor from time to time.

    Knowledge, experience and qualifications required

    Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management.
    Must be a Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP) or hold a Higher Diploma in Human Resource Management from a recognized institution
    Must be a full member with a valid practicing licence from the Institute of Human Resources Management (IHRM).
    Minimum of 7 years’ experience

    Competencies
    Technical & Behavioural competencies 

    Knowledge of best and current human resource practices and approaches.
    Broad knowledge and experience in leading practices in organization development, compensation, talent management and development and employee relations
    Knowledge of the Kenyan Labour Laws. 
    Ability to integrate critical information from diverse areas.
    Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
    Analytical and creative thinking skills. 
    Project management skills. 
    Strong persuasion and negotiation skills. 
    Relationship management skills (internal and external customers). 
    Communication and interpersonal skills including facilitation and presentation skills. 
    Strong leadership and people management skills.
    Ability to delegate duties and follow through on results.
    Ability to effectively manage multiple stakeholders.
    Strong execution skills. 
    Strong collaboration and teaming skills

    Qualified and interested applicants should submit their applications with copies of their ID’s, updated CV’s, Academic Certificates and testimonials to the following E-mail Address: jobs@stlukesorthopaedics.com Before 20th Feb 2023.

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    jobs@stlukesorthopaedics.com

  • Program Manager Research Fellow

    Program Manager Research Fellow

    JOB PURPOSE:
    This position is responsible for liaising with the country program coordinator, manage client – faculty affairs, and general program administration for executive education programs/seminars
    MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    To support the implementation of country programs in Kenya and Zambia.
    To monitor program activities, support M&E activities (collect data, and draft reports of their findings),
    Support with planning program and event logistics and ensure that in-country linkages with affinity groups are maintained.
    Business Development, maintaining and creating new client relationships.
    Program management & administration. Preparation of program course materials, student communication as general and course-related & mailing to students.
    Budget management (Revenue, cost & margin management).
    Ensuring students attend class debt free.
    Faculty interactions, and follow-up on teaching materials with selected faculty.
    Student-lecturer liaison, follow-up, and acquisition of course materials from lecturers.
    Preparing claims for local and international faculty and hospitality arrangements.
    Implement all the detailed event management activities and schedules for the programs Request to Program Manager for casuals when necessary.
    Configuration of computers for lecturers and students to enable them to use wireless.
    Preparation of classrooms (chalk, markers, audiovisual equipment, water), printing name tags, and ensuring they are in place before class.
    Guest Speaker Relations including managing all the logistics.
    Prepare client reports and internal reports on projects progress and completion.
    Any other tasks that may be assigned within the project and in Executive Education (as needed).

    JOB REQUIREMENTS
    The post holder will be required to have and to demonstrate evidence of the following qualifications, attributes, and skills:

    A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a business-related field
    At least two years’ experience in an administrative support role preferably with experience of student administration or equivalent experience working in a busy office in an administrative role.
    Background in social entrepreneurship or entrepreneurship or a related field coupled with excellent report writing skills.
    Proven time management and organizational skills, delivering work with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail with minimal supervision.
    Effective written and oral communication skills and the ability to positively discuss and negotiate with clients, members of the business community, and University staff in the provision of professional quality client service.

    Closing: 13th February 2023.

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    If you are interested in the position and have the skills we are looking for, we would like to hear from you. Please forward an application letter together with a copy of your updated resume quoting the position to the People and Culture Manager, Strathmore University Business School, on careerssbs@strathmore.edu by end of the day (5.30pm) 

    Apply via :

    careerssbs@strathmore.edu

  • Associate, Communications

    Associate, Communications

    Primary Responsibilities
    Writing and general communications

     At the direction of the Senior Communications Officer, collect and cultivate client and staff stories and draft content for various RefugePoint publications, including fundraising appeals, newsletters, grant proposals, and special reports.
     Support the Senior Communications Officer in drafting and revising existing content about URPP programs as needed.
     Support the Senior Communications Officer in the preparation of the quarterly and annual report content related to the URPP and client and staff stories for the URPP/UNCP.
     Manage the internal newsletter.
     Manage the internal staff website.
     Produce content from start to finish: from setting up interviews with other RefugePoint team members and clients, traveling into the field on a weekly basis, developing interview questions, interviewing clients to collect stories, writing final stories using quotes/audio/notes taken and submitting finalized work, with photos (sometimes video) to the Senior Communications Officer.
     Maintain strong relationships with all Nairobi teams (medical, social work, livelihoods, counseling, etc) and check in on a monthly basis for story leads, suggestions.
     Support the creation of content for the external newsletter as needed.
     Track refugee resettlement departures and update headquarters regularly. Track refugees post-departure, and set up systems to put this into place.

    Social media and website support

     Working in coordination with RefugePoint’s Social Media Strategist and other Communications team members to develop content for RefugePoint’s web and social media platforms using the content collected (client stories, staff highlights, etc).
     Provide assistance in managing and evaluating social media platforms as requested.
     Conduct media monitoring on issues related specifically to urban refugee protection and alert the Senior Communications Officer to relevant stories.

    Video and Photography

     Photograph and edit images of clients, programs, and the environment in Nairobi for RefugePoint’s publications, website, and social media.
     Film and edit, or arrange for videographers to film material for RefugePoint’s audio/visual needs.
     Organize and manage Nairobi’s image library, ensuring that all releases are signed and accessible.
     Help to maintain a spreadsheet of all client stories so that all content can be easily searched/accessed.

    Event Management and Training

     As needed by the Senior Communications Officer, assist with coordinating RefugePoint events in Nairobi, including trainings, conferences, community working groups, and fundraising forums.
     As needed, help with the printing of T-shirts and other collateral.

    Qualifications

     A strong interest in the mission of RefugePoint and refugee protection.
     Excellent writing skills (in English), proofreading, and editing skills are imperative to this position. Writing with a US-based population in mind will be required.
     Excellent interviewing skills, and communication skills in speaking, transcribing, contacting, and following up with refugee clients.
     Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field (communications, journalism, marketing, public relations, etc). Degrees in human rights or international affairs will also be considered.
     A minimum of three years of experience in a related communications position.
     Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (English fluency required).
     Experience with popular social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, etc).
     Applicants with photography and/or videography skills are preferred. Experience with Adobe Creative Suite software is also a plus.
     Familiarity with Mailchimp and WordPress CMS is a plus.
     Ability to work both independently and collaboratively. The candidate will need to be a self-starter, someone who can manage their time and tasks independently and responsibly.
     Respect for individuals regardless of their race, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, age, or legal status.
     A sense of humor, attention to detail, patience, and diplomacy.
     Must be legally able to live and work in Kenya.

    Apply via :

    refugepoint.applicantstack.com

  • Senior Sales Representative

    Senior Sales Representative

    About The Role

    Our client is looking for an experienced and result driven senior sales representative with proven track record of achievement in Sales & Marketing and Excellent selling skills. The candidate will work with prospects through the entire sales cycle, including generating new leads, educating prospects and turning them into long term customers of the company.

    Key Requirements

    Exceptional Leadership and Customer Experience Skills.
    Self-driven and A-go-getter
    Ability to work independently with little supervision
    Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills and capacity to adopt fast to a new environment.
    Highly motivated and target driven with a proven track record of good performance in sales demonstrated by achieved targets, awards etc.
    Excellent negotiations and communication skills
    Good in prioritizing, time management and exceptional organizational skills
    Demonstrated passion for selling
    Ability to create and deliver presentations tailored to the needs of target audience
    Very good integrity, honest and ethical
    Superb interpersonal skills, including the ability to quickly build rapport with customers.
    Able to work comfortably in a fast-paced environment
    Familiarity with automated sales tools

    Required Qualifications

    A basic degree in any field of study.
    Diploma in marketing or businessrelated courses would be added advantage.
    Minimum of four years of successful sales experience
    Previous experience in the building construction industry would be an added advantage
    Competency in Microsoft applications including word, excel, and outlook.
    Experience in working with Customer Relationship Management Software

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  • Digital Marketing Officer

    Digital Marketing Officer

    We are looking for a Digital Marketing officer who will be responsible for developing, implementing and monitoring our digital marketing strategy with the aim of increasing brand awareness and building thought leadership.
    MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    Development and implementation of the Digital marketing strategy to include Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Social Media Marketing (SMM), Content marketing, Paid Search (PPC), Display advertising, Email marketing, Online Public Relations, and Website optimization. 
    Ensure that the brand message is consistent across all digital marketing channels.
    Measure and report the performance of all digital marketing campaigns, and assess against agreed goals (ROI and KPIs);
    Developing and maintaining a marketing database.
    Identify trends and insights, and optimize spend and performance based on the insights;
    Collaborate with internal teams to create content for social media, blog, website, online newsletter, and videos with the aim of building thought leadership for the brand.
    Design Website banners, Social media Ads, and Social media graphics and assist with web visuals.
    Assist with paid media, including liaising with digital advertising agencies.
    Keep up to date with current digital trends and emerging technologies.
    Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

    Requirements

    Diploma or Degree in Marketing, Communication, or any other related field.
    Proven Three (3) years of working experience in digital marketing.
    Demonstrable experience in the development & implementation of digital marketing strategy which should include SEO, SMM, Content Marketing, Paid Search, Display advertising, Email marketing, Online Public Relations, and Website optimization.
    Familiarity with web design
    Graphic design skills will be an added advantage
    Great interpersonal and communication skills.

    Apply via :

    stlukesorthopaedics.com

  • Regional Safety and Security Officer

    Regional Safety and Security Officer

    Job Profile
    The Regional Safety & Security Officer-Africa sits within the Global Safety & Security team. Reporting to the Director of Global Safety and Security, this new role will be part of a globally dispersed team leading, delivering and advising on the full a range of our safety and security services across the span of Open Society with a particular focus on Africa. They will help embed best practices, ensure a consistent, and comprehensive approach to security management and promote a proactive and inclusive security culture. Designing, developing and implementing processes and procedures in line with our global policies and standards calibrated for the relevant contexts this role will act as an advisory partner, implementer and resource in all matters of safety and security within the regions.

    As a Regional Safety and Security Officer at Open Society you will:

    Act as the Global Safety and Security teams lead for safety and security services and support for designated regional area(s) of responsibility
    Manage and oversee the continuing development of safety and security related operating procedures processes, templates and frameworks throughout OSF and across the span of our services and that align with the global security strategy
    Monitor the security situation in locations of significance to Open Society and communicate relevant information to stakeholders
    Provide safety and security support, briefings and guidance to other regions or departments as required as part of the wider Global Safety and Security team service delivery model
    Assist in the development and delivery of internal safety and security training programs
    Work closely with our Global Operations teams to ensure an integrated approach to safety and security risk management at OSF

    What We Are Looking For

    A minimum of 5 years safety and security risk management experience with a demonstrable understanding of the challenges faced by organizations such as Open Society
    Knowledge of global security and geo-political trends with a particular focus on those affecting NGO/INGOs in Africa
    A strong network of relevant security contacts and resources
    Experience in developing and implementing safety and security frameworks, plans and processes across a matrixed organization.
    Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and the ability to distill security information for internal and external consumption is required;
    Strong communications and relationship building skills; effective at building trust and confidence
    Ability to manage competing priorities and to work under pressure, in a continuously changing environment
    Commitment to continuous learning and growth in the areas of diversity, equity, inclusion, antiracism and social justice.
    Commitment to listening and working with humility; ways of working that are respectful to all people; and that support space and voice for all diverse perspectives in our workplace

    Desirable (but not needed)

    Proficiency in another language relevant to the regional area of responsibility
    Experience working in/on other regions that Open Society operates in
    Recognized qualifications in security risk management
    Recognized qualifications in health and safety management
    Experience with technical safety and security systems

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    osfglobal.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com