This position reports to the Senior Advocacy Officer.Principal Responsibilitiesa) Knowledge Management• Participate in planning, designing, coordinating and implementing comprehensive knowledge management initiatives and strategies.• Identify and obtain required resources and ensuring accessibility of these resources to the Authority and its stakeholders.• Creating avenues for exchange of information, converting data into valuable information and ensuring its accessibility and usage.• Develop mechanisms for leveraging on existing knowledge within the Authority• Dissemination of knowledge and responding to queries on Knowledge Management tools and resources.• Conduct outreach programs and oversee training for staff and clients in use of Knowledge Management tools• Serve as key contact for data requests by responding to queries and by assisting clients in accessing Knowledge Management tools and resources• Utilize knowledge bases, networks, communities of practice and other sources to synthesize responses to queries• Provide oral and written responses and briefings for queries by staff and managers and by external clients• Contributes to knowledge management resources by preparing best practices and capturing global practices through written stories and video debriefings.Required QualificationsEducation and Knowledge• Bachelors degree in Knowledge Management, Information science/library science, or related discipline;• Specialist knowledge in e-library; and• Proficiency in ICT.Experience• Over three (3) years relevant experience gained from reputable organizations;• Diverse experience in developing and implementing knowledge management programmes that contribute to strategic objectives in a reputable institution; and• Working knowledge of educational media and technology including the internet and its utilization for electronic learning.Skills and Competences• Ability to communicate within and outside the Authority;• Ability to write complex reports;• Analytical skills;• Organization and inter personal skills; and• Ability to work under pressure, prioritize and multi task.
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Company Founded: Founded in 2010
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Knowledge Management Assistant Procurement Officer
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Playgroup Teacher Headmistress
Looking for a jovial and fun teacher for the playgroup class with a strong dedication to child development education needs.
Playgroup Teacher Job Key Responsibilities
Planning activities that meet the social, physical and emotional needs of the children
Develop scheme of work and lesson plans in line with the school curriculum
Schedule stimulating and learning activities for the children
Prepare teaching aids to facilitate children learning
Devises games and activities, and also provides playing equipment, and ensure the playing facilities and equipment are clean and safe
Supervise the children as they learn and play
Discusses the children’s progress with their parents and keeps them informed
Qualifications & Experience for the Playgroup Teacher Job
A diploma or Certificate in Early Childhood Education from a recognized college
At least 2 years working experience in a playgroup setting
Demonstrate creative ideas and games in working with small children
Proven ability to prepare creative teaching aids
Ability to establish and enforce rules for behavior and class control
Good command of English both written and spoken
Good organization and communication skill
Demonstrated ability to work as a team player
Must demonstrated passion for teaching and children
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Assembly Line Supervisor Warehouse Officer
Description: Designed, engineered and built in Kenya, Mobius Motors sells highly durable, highly affordable vehicles for Africa’s mass market. Versatile, rugged and durable, it is designed for African cities whilst still being extremely capable off-road.
Reporting to the Production Manager, we are seeking 2 Supervisors to manage up to 20 fitters and Mechanics on the Trim, and Chassis Final lines who assemble the final vehicle after it’s been through Body and Paint Shops.
Specific duties include, but are not limited to:
Lead the team to achieve superior automotive quality products.
Prepare work schedules to be accomplished by studying assembly instructions and parts lists; gathering parts, subassemblies, tools, and materials.
Management and inputting of material requirements and job data into the computer system.
Ensure proper arrangement and layering of the production machines, tools, staff and materials.
Ensure that all team members follow Quality Management System processes and procedures.
Lead the assembly of components by examining connections for correct fit; fastening parts and subassemblies.
Coordinate the efforts of the team members to support production schedules that ensure on-time delivery.
Verify specifications by measuring completed component.
Resolve assembly problems on the floor and notifying Production Manager to obtain additional resources if required.
Keep equipment operational by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer’s instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.
Maintain safe and clean working environment.
Maintain supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; monitoring rejections.
Conserve resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
Document actions by completing production and quality forms.
Qualifications
An ideal candidate should combine outstanding technical skills in engineering and operations management with excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with a multidisciplinary team – preferably within the automotive industry.
Required
General Diploma in a technical field
3+ years related experience in mechanical engineering, production line operations – preferably with a major automotive company
Experience in Production computer systems – such as opening and closing jobs, allocating materials
Extreme patience and a good sense of humour
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Excellent creative questioning approach
Exceptional integrity and a strong sense of ethics
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Nursing & Clinical Medicine Lecturers
Location: kilifi
Must be a degree holder or diploma in nursing or clinical medicine with higher diploma in any speciality -
Finance Manager
Job Description:
Undertake comprehensive financial Planning for various projects to deliver cash flow forecast, scenario analysis, risk assessment and return analysis
Work closely with the Directors to identify, analyse and execute the most optimum financing solution for projects (including debt and equity)
Support senior management on various financing related matters on an ongoing basis
Manage and ensure a smooth, effective, and cost efficient operation of the Accounting/Finance Department
Plan and direct activities of department to ensure maximum return of equity/investments
Design, install, enhance, evaluate and provide accurate and real time Financial Reports for the Directors
Monitor review and analyse cash position of the company to evaluate liquidity and availability of funds
Identify training needs and help to develop training manual for staff in the department and other areas of the business where accounting is required
Ensure that all tax returns, tax declarations and other required reports are submitted accurately on time
Prepare the organization’s budget and forecast and present the reports to the management team for review and finalization
Maintain a documented system of accounting policies and procedures
Interpret the company’s financial results to management and recommend improvement activities
Develop and implement SOP’s and guidelines for the Finance Department
Develop and manage financial systems/models
Carry out business modelling and risk assessments
Preparation and maintenance of the Project Budget to ensure data is complete and maintained on a timely basis.
Prepare quarterly financial report is produced on a time to ensure adequate review, approval and submission to the senior management.
Prepare and consolidate monthly invoice and expense projection. Analyse differences of the projections and actual spending and submit adjustments as required.
Monitor cash flow, prepare cash flow forecasts
Develop and consolidate annual budget in liaise with the Management team
Ensure sufficient funds are available to meet ongoing operations
Manage the annual audit process to ensure audit recommendations are followed
Prepare and coordinate annual statutory audits in liaison with both internal and external auditors
Knowledge and Skills required
Bachelor of Commerce Majored in Finance or Accounting, Degree in Business Administration or equivalent
CPA (K) or equivalent qualification
At least 10 years’ professional experience with 5-7 years at a managerial level position
Particularly strong financial modelling skills, capable of building from scratch sophisticated “project finance” financial models
Knowledge of project finance documentation.
Extensive Knowledge in accounting regulations
Extensive Knowledge in tax legislation and statutory deductions for employees
Proficiency and experience with ERP systems
Strong leadership, management and organizational skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills
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Advocacy Officer
Advocacy Officer Job Responsibilities
Carry out targeted lobby and advocacy work on key topics of transformation development and environmental sustainability, including climate change negotiations under the UNFCCC and other international and multilateral processes and platforms
Train and mobilise ACT members and constituency through campaigns and public awareness in favour of justice. Priority themes are climate justice aspects, i.e. adaptation – including risk management, loss and damage, climate finance and low carbon development
Promote capacity building, shared learning, partnerships and best practice on transformational change and sustainability programmes among ACT forums, including low carbon development, adaptation and resilience partnerships across the alliance
Develop and strengthen national and regional ACT forums capable of delivering high-quality work together, emphasising the relational elements of trust and confidence, partnership, ownership, leadership, transparency and accountability
Enable the alliance by engaging members through a defined membership strategy, encouraging joint programming, joint partnerships, joint advocacy, capacity building and sharing of resources
Promote and speak out for human rights in national, regional and international arenas. We prioritise activities that advance equality and inclusiveness, particularly for women and girls, so that all people can realise their full potential and enjoy their rights protected by international law, customs and norms
Support the key structure of the alliance, such as advisory groups and communities of practice, in strategy development, coordination and actual implementation of advocacy.
This includes support to the ecumenical family.
Liaise with the ACT communications team and support media campaigns, communication with members and forums and information sharing in support of and in the context of the implementation of ACT Alliance advocacy strategy.
Competences and behaviours
Committed to the values of the ACT Alliance and takes pride in delivering on agreed priorities according to the highest standards individually and as part of a global team
Proactively finds innovative and creative solutions, is efficient and reliable, adapts to change and uncertainty, is decisive and acts with integrity
Builds effective internal and external relationships, involves others when solving problems and treats others with consideration and respect in an alliance where faith is a key ingredient of people’s lives
Passion for building and developing core skills for the role and contributes knowledge outside of immediate own role
Effectively motivates, influences and develops others, drives high performance, inspires people to follow them and acts as a role model
Key working relationships
Liaises with ACT members, ACT forums, ACT-EU, Communities of Practice, and Advisory Groups through regional staff or directly
Collaborates with ecumenical partners, in particular the regional ecumenical organisations
Liaises with the UN, member states, regional intergovernmental organisations, civil society and other relevant partners to the programmes of ACT Alliance
Works effectively with the ACT regional teams in Bangkok, Nairobi, Amman and San Salvador, and other ACT secretariat staff based in Geneva and New York on issues relevant to the programme
Liaises with external stakeholders including donors
Reports to the ACT Global Advocacy and Policy Coordinator
Requirements for the Advocacy Officer Job
Relevant academic degree in political science, development, communications, international relations, theology or any other relevant field, with a minimum of seven to ten years of relevant work experience.
In-depth knowledge of key development and humanitarian policy issues, civil society, advocacy, campaigns and human rights.
Highly developed interpersonal and communications skills, including influencing, negotiating, presentation and facilitation, and development of policy and political briefs.
Ability to manage and lead in networked working environment
Ability to turn strategies into plans and actions
Good understanding of the role and added value of churches and faith-based organisations
Excellent knowledge of the English language. Knowledge of French or Spanish is an asset -
Welder
As a member of the Maintenance Team, you will report to the Fixed Plant Supervisor. You will be responsible for interpreting drawings, ensuring safe welding and fabrication procedures are followed and maintaining high standards in the operation of Base Titanium plant and equipment. The main duties will include but are not limited to:
Performing welding and fabrication duties
Reading and working from technical design drawings
Welding and fabricating in variety of conditions
To succeed you will be a Kenyan National and have:
Minimum 3 years of proven welding experience
A Trade Test Certificate 1 in Welding and/or Fabrication
Experience in using a variety of welding equipment and procedures including MIG/TIG/ARC will be an added advantage
The ability to read and work from technical design drawings
Experience in using a variety of electrical and manual tools including but not limited to saws, squares and calipers
Demonstrable ability to work with minimal supervision
Excellent communication skills & a good working knowledge of English and Kiswahili
A ‘can do’ attitude
Demonstrable “safety awareness “ and be able to mentor others on the same -
Senior Consultant, Digital Financial Services (Rolling)
About the Position:
The Senior Consultant, Digital Financial Services leads our work with financial institutions across Africa and is directly responsible for the success of major financial institution partners as they implement EFL’s cutting edge tools. This is a highly visible role, which serves as a trusted advisor to our financial institution clients and has a direct impact on the success of EFL in the region. This individual will have a lot of responsibility for autonomously achieving results. This role involves making a direct connection between a customer’s strategic goals and how our solution is implemented. The successful candidate is passionate about making an impact, smart, driven, empathetic and a life-long learner. Using a combination of consulting, product management, data analysis and technology skills, the Senior Consultant will be responsible for driving our customers’ success in expanding access to finance to under-served households and entrepreneurs.
Who’s a good fit? Someone who:
Can develop insightful understanding of the relationships between board-level objectives, departmental goals (KPIs and MBOs), credit process/policy, and how EFL is configured and implemented.
Is a master relationship builder and dynamic communicator with a track record of successfully building rapport with executive client partners, and flexible enough to work closely with mid-level and branch –level staff to implement business process changes.
Works comfortably in an autonomous, self-directed environment.
Excellent ability to glean impactful insights through data analysis to evaluate outcomes and devise strategies to increase lending.
Is a high achiever that is laser focused on exceeding customer expectations, offering valuable add-ons, and able to guarantee the quality of EFL implementation.
Is driven to make a tangible impact and able to take both the macro and micro viewpoint.
Has a sense of humor!
Primary Responsibilities:
Strategize, conceive and execute processes to streamline and scale lending for under-served markets.
Internally serve as the voice of the customer and work across the company to improve our products and services.
Partner across the EFL Global team to ensure successful implementation of EFL tools. Deliver a smooth implementation of EFL in the field; including testing, training, proactive troubleshooting and close monitoring to identify areas of concern.
Evaluate EFL´s outcomes and present to partners; analyze and resolve problems together with the partner.
Advise partners on risk, product, commercial and lending processes in order to help them get the most from EFL solutions.
Responsible for helping the partner achieve their EFL-partnership business goals.
Participate as a panelist or speaker at industry events as an expert in analytics, financial inclusion, as well as micro, SME and consumer finance.
Required Qualifications:
4-6 years experience in a top-tier consulting firm focused on the financial services industry, preferably in East Africa.
Advanced degree (MBA, MPP, MPA or relevant graduate degree).
Advanced proficiency in data analytics, human-centered design, business model development, credit risk, or product management.
Experience working and succeeding in developing country environments.
Excellent skills in communication (written and spoken English), influencing, account management, and project management.
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with demonstrated ability to translate analyses into insights.
Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
Experience working independently as well as collaboratively as part of a team.
Able and willing to travel domestically and internationally up to 20-30% of the time.
Organized and systematic with great attention to detail.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working with a start-up software company desirable.
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Policy Specialist, Women, Peace and Security
Duties and ResponsibilitiesOversee The Development Of Programmes On Women, Peace And Security By Country Office/ Multi Country Office Teams
Oversee the development of regional programme documents on women, peace and security in the East and Southern Africa Region, including issues of conflict prevention, mediation, peacekeeping, conflict-related sexual violence, justice and security sector reform, transitional justice, national action plans on SCR 1325, preventing and countering violent extremism;
Provide technical inputs to programme proposals from Country Offices;
Provide advice on contextualizing/ localizing programme documents, country strategies, and knowledge products;
Coordinate proper monitoring and reporting for women, peace and security in collaboration with programme teams.
Provide Strategic Policy Support
Provide policy recommendations and guidance to strategic planning and positioning on women, peace and security in the region;
Provide technical support to Country Offices and regional organisations for the development of and/or reporting on national and regional action plans on UN SCR 1325 as requested.
Provide Capacity Building Support To Country Office/ Multi Country Office Teams And Partners
Provide substantive technical and policy support to Multi/Country Office programme teams in developing and strengthening projects/ programmes;
Develop, implement and monitor capacity building initiatives;
Provide technical support to partners on implementation of the women, peace and security agenda in the East and Southern Africa Region;
Provide technical policy advice to programme/ project managers/ specialists in the relevant COs and MCO.
Establish And Strengthen Strategic Partnerships With Stakeholders, Regional/ International Actors And Development Partners
Build and maintain alliances and strategic partnerships for the advancement of the women, peace and security agenda in the East and Southern Africa Region;
Build and maintain close liaisons with relevant donors and other actors supporting efforts towards women, peace and security implementation in the region.
Oversee The Design Of a Research Agenda For The East And Southern Africa Region And The Development Of Knowledge Products On Women, Peace And Security
Provide policy recommendations and guidance to strategic planning and positioning on women, peace and security in the East and Southern Africa region;
Work closely with and provide advice to regional/ national bodies and interagency groups that influence national policies related to women, peace and security, and where necessary represent UN Women;
Research, develop and present analytical reports, research papers, briefing notes, background papers, summaries, correspondence, and knowledge products on women, peace and security;
Identify promising practices, technical expertise, and strategic opportunities in the area of women, peace and security.
Key Performance Indicators
Timely and quality technical advice and support;
Leadership in area of expertise in the region;
Quality reports and other strategic documents drafted and submitted in a timely manner;
Strong relationships with various partners and stakeholders;
UN Women is well represented in important meetings on topics related to expertise;
Contributions to resource mobilization;
Timely and quality knowledge products.
CompetenciesIntegrityCore Values:
Demonstrate consistency in upholding and promoting the values of UN Women in actions and decisions, in line with the UN Code of Conduct.
Professionalism
Demonstrate professional competence and expert knowledge of the pertinent substantive areas of work.
Respect For Diversity
Demonstrate an appreciation of the multicultural nature of the organization and the diversity of its staff. Demonstrate an international outlook, appreciating difference in values and learning from cultural diversity.
Ethics And ValuesCore Competencies:
Demonstrate and safeguard ethics and integrity.
Organizational Awareness
Demonstrate corporate knowledge and sound judgment.
Development And Innovation
Take charge of self-development and take initiative.
Work In Teams
Demonstrate ability to work in a multicultural, multi ethnic environment and to maintain effective working relations with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.
Communicating And Information Sharing
Facilitate and encourage open communication and strive for effective communication.
Self-management And Emotional Intelligence
Stay composed and positive even in difficult moments, handle tense situations with diplomacy and tact, and have a consistent behavior towards others.
Conflict Management
Surface conflicts and address them proactively acknowledging different feelings and views and directing energy towards a mutually acceptable solution.
Continuous Learning And Knowledge Sharing
Encourage learning and sharing of knowledge.
Appropriate And Transparent Decision Making
Demonstrate informed and transparent decision making.
Fuctional Competencies
Excellent knowledge of women, peace and security, including issues of conflict prevention, mediation, peacekeeping, conflict-related sexual violence, justice and security sector reform, transitional justice, national action plans on SCR 1325, preventing and countering violent extremism;
Strong knowledge of the region;
Knowledge of the UN System;
Excellent networking skills;
Ability to interact with donors, identify and analyze trends, opportunities and threats to fundraising;
Ability to perform qualitative and quantitative policy research;
Ability to advocate and provide policy advice;
Excellent analytical and problem solving skills;
Ability to write policy papers, speeches, briefings;
Strong knowledge of programme development, implementation, results based management and reporting.
EducationRequired Skills and Experience
Master’s degree or equivalent in gender, peacebuilding, human rights, international relations or other social science fields is required.
Experience
At least 7 years progressively responsible experience in designing and managing programmes and advocating for women, peace and security, ideally with some experience in developing countries;
Experience in programme, policy analysis, and strategic planning;
Experience working with, and building partnerships with governments, donors and civil society organizations internationally and in the field;
Experience working with the UN is an asset;
Experience working in the East and Southern Africa Region is an asset.
Languages
Fluency in English is required;
Knowledge of French and/or Arabic is an asset. -
General Manager (PV Solar Manufacturing)
The General Manager will be responsible for managing the company and staff (over 100 people), and will report to its Board of Directors and shareholders. The direct reports are a Production manager, Quality manager, Finance manager and the Sales team.
Minimum requirements:
Previous General Management experience
Knowledge of manufacturing environment
Strong PV Solar expertise
Worked in an African country, preferably East Africa
Degree in technical studies
Entrepreneurial skills and business management experience
Track record in running an operation, preferably in a technical or manufacturing environment
Financial management skills
Customer management experience
Affiliation with the subject of rural energy (preferably solar), marketing of consumer products, and/or sustainable business development in emerging markets
Good people skills “soft on people” and “hard on issues”
Be self-motivated, committed and hands on
Willingness to travel to the various regions in Eastern Africa