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  • Arabic Content Writer

    Arabic Content Writer

    Duties And Responsibilities

    Write and edit a wide range of Arabic-language materials for the Executive Leadership Team of UN women, including speeches, remarks, op-ed articles, video messages, talking points and press statements, on issues that cover the full spectrum of UN women’s mandate.
    Consult with the Chief of Staff and senior advisors on the form and content of speeches and other materials, in line with the vision of Executive Leadership, and the Organization’s communications strategy.
    Review and edit draft Arabic-language texts to ensure accuracy, clarity, and effectiveness.

    Competencies

    Proven expertise and experience in researching, drafting, writing and editing speeches, talking points, messages and other spoken and written communications on behalf of senior international figures, in the Arabic language.
    Demonstrates strong knowledge and understanding of the United Nations’ role in international political, economic and social affairs.
    Knowledge of and a good understanding of multicultural and gender requirements and ability to apply UN rules, regulations, policies and guidelines in work situations.
    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.
    Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues
    Accountability
    Creative Problem Solving
    Effective Communication
    Inclusive Collaboration
    Stakeholder Engagement
    Leading by Example

    Education
    Required Skills and Experience

    Advanced university degree or equivalent degree in political sciences, international relations, journalism, public administration or related field is required.
    A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

    Required Qualifications And Experience

    A minimum of seven years of practical experience in communications and public information or journalism and in drafting high-quality materials, including speeches in Arabic, is required;
    Experience working in varied assignments in the UN System is desirable.

    Apply via :

    jobs.undp.org

  • Programme Specialist

    Programme Specialist

    Key Performance Indicators

     Quality and timely project design and inputs
     Quality and timely project delivery in line with budget and workplans
     Quality project management through effective donor relation management, financial management and donor reporting
     Quality project monitoring and evaluation
     Quality technical support to UN Women country office in Rwanda
     Quality and timely research, analysis and writing on gender equality and rural women’s livelihoods, rights and resilience
     Quality and timely contributions to briefings, knowledge products, publications and other documents related to the JP RWEE
     Quality representation, coordination and contributions to intergovernmental/interagency fora

    Competencies
    Core Values:

     Respect for Diversity
     Integrity
     Professionalism

    Core Competencies:

     Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues
     Accountability
     Creative Problem Solving
     Effective Communication
     Inclusive Collaboration
     Stakeholder Engagement
     Leading by Example

    Please visit this link for more information on UN Women’s Core Values and Competencies: https://www.unwomen.org/sites/default/files/Headquarters/Attachments/Sections/About%20Us/Employment/UN-Women-values-and-competencies-framework-en.pdf
    FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES:

     Substantive knowledge of gender equality and women’s rights issues in the area of economic empowerment and gender-responsive green/blue economies and food systems;
     Demonstrated relevant experience in supporting multi-country programmes;
     Demonstrated experience with project budgets and financial reports;
     Proven experience to deliver quality and timely donor reports;
     Strong oral communication and writing skills, with proven expertise in writing cogent and convincing policy and programme documents;
     Significant familiarity with intergovernmental and normative processes, i.e., CFS, CSW, UNGA, 2030 Agenda, etc.;
     Ability to organize and complete multiple tasks under time constraints by establishing priorities;
     Proven ability to produce high quality written work within short timeframes.

    Required Skills and Experience
    Education and certification:

     Master’s degree or equivalent in international development, gender/women’s studies, environmental, agricultural or a related field is required.
     A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

    Experience:

     At least 5 years of progressively responsible work experience in supporting programme development and management in the area of gender equality, women’s economic empowerment, sustainable development and gender-responsive green/blue economies.
     Experience contributing to monitoring and evaluation of multi-country programmes.
     Experience working with United Nations Joint Programmes is an asset
     Demonstrated experience in contributing to normative and intergovernmental processes, such as CSW and UNGA.
     Experience working within the UN system highly desirable.

    Apply via :

    jobs.undp.org

  • Optician

    Optician

    Overall Responsibility
    The successful candidate will recommend specific eyewear, take measurements, fit and adjust glasses, and teach customers to properly wear and care for their glasses or contact lenses.
    Key Responsibilities:

    Obtaining patient prescriptions from optometrists and ophthalmologists.
    Taking customer information and measurements of the ocular area.
    Recommending frames or contact lenses that suit the customer’s style, face, and specifications.
    Adjusting and fitting frames according to the prescriptions and customer’s specifications, as well as to suit the customer’s face.
    Preparing work orders for the optical technicians to use to manufacture the lenses.
    Using specialized equipment, such as calipers, lensometers, and lens gauges.
    Keeping inventory on frames and contact lenses to ensure product variety and customer satisfaction.
    Repairing broken frames.
    Educating customers on how to wear and maintain glasses and contact lenses.
    Performing administrative duties, such as managing prescriptions, customer records, and insurance.
    Any other duties as may be assigned

    Job Qualifications & Skills

    Certificate in optical technology
    Degree or diploma in Optometry will be an added advantage
    Previous professional experience as an optician
    Confident and articulate.
    Good organization and administrative skills

    Apply via :

    hr@oasishealthcaregroup.com

  • Programme Manager- CEP

    Programme Manager- CEP

    Job Description
    This is an exciting opportunity to develop, manage and advise on projects, partnerships, and activities to deliver against a creative economy ecosystem development strategy. The selected candidate will support the delivery of a Creative Economy portfolio of programmes working with sector stakeholders and communities.
    You will also manage various stakeholders across Africa and internationally and contribute to fundraising efforts to scale up programming.
    Programme Management

    The Programme Manager (PM) will be responsible for delivering a programme of activities linked to the Creative Economy ecosystem development in Africa.
    The PM will work in close collaboration with the Managing Partner and stakeholders to identify, prioritise, and design activities that will respond to the creative economy priorities to further the objectives of the practice.
    Project manage the planning, schedules, and budgets for agreed activities to ensure that all tasks are completed within the timeframe and budget parameters defined during project design.
    The PM will be the main point of contact for internal and external stakeholders to ensure that all activities fit within a strategic and applicable portfolio.
    Interface with other organisational units (Finance, Communications, Design) to deliver agreed programmes.
    Participating in donor and grant application processes, including design, submission, and review.
    Provide progress reports on programmes to key officers for prompt decision-making.

    Relationship and Stakeholder Management

    Create a framework that guides engagement between the unit and the various levels of stakeholders; the PM must be able to maintain good relations with all associated parties.
    Proactively identify and pursue opportunities for developing new physical and digital audiences to deliver the practice’s projects in Africa.
    Identify thematic priorities that align with partner interests and develop standardised concept notes for pitching to multiple partners.
    Curate relevant activities, stakeholders, events, and workshops to drive innovation in the selected thematic areas.

    Communication and Evaluation

    Work with the Community Manager and Communications Unit to develop and manage digital marketing and audience development campaigns, including but not limited to social media platforms.
    Provide content to the Communications Unit for communications materials for distribution internally and externally.
    Ensure each project’s evaluation strategy is implemented according to programme standards and report likely variations from the target.

    Qualifications
    Do apply if you have a keen understanding of the following:

    How Creative Economy Value Chains work and current barriers and opportunities within this in an African content
    Programme design and related tools, for example, relating to financial management and reporting, evaluation, contract management etc
    Job creation and livelihood development strategies in an African context

    The ideal candidate will meet the following requirements

     At least 7 years of experience designing, and leading delivery of incubation, acceleration or capacity-building programmes focused on artistic, entrepreneurship, digital or technical skills within the Creative Economy in Africa.
    Degree Level or Equivalent in Economics, Management, or related discipline
    Project Management qualification is desirable.
    Experience supporting ecosystem development either in a specific sector within or across the Creative Economy in a formal  /corporate context.
    Strong networks across at least one major African market for Creative Economy, although experience across multiple markets is preferred.
    Experience working with international donors/ on international donor-funded projects.
    Relationship management with senior stakeholders in partner/donor organisations and in government.
    Creativity skills in developing programs and methods for engaging an audience toward the success of the practice.

    Apply via :

    jobs.smartrecruiters.com

  • HR Assistant

    HR Assistant

    Job Description

    Ensure that accurate job descriptions are in place
    Provide advice and assistance when conducting staff performance evaluations
    Conduct staff orientations
    Prepare shift schedules and rota for staff
    Monitor daily attendance.
    Payroll preparation including statutory deductions computations
    Investigate and understand causes for staff absences.
    Support in the recruitment processes and adhere to the recruitment policies and procedures
    Prepare recruitment materials including preparation of job adverts and posting based on the approved job descriptions, minutes of pre-selection and interview processes.
    Preparing sufficient copies of documentation for all formal and informal employee relations meetings e.g. grievances, disciplinaries, appeals etc. and ensuring these are distributed in accordance with company policy.
    Directs and coordinates preparation of position descriptions, ensures and oversees job evaluations.
    Manage employee separation issues, including risk assessment/management, exit processing, and exit interviews
    Interpret policy and labour law swiftly and accurately in a manner that results in sound recommendations to clients
    Promote workplace safety.
    Prepare weekly and monthly HR reports
    Performance management of staff on a quarterly basis and preparation of reports on the same
    Review and draft policies, ensuring they are up to date and fit for purpose.
    Build strong working relationships at all levels to influence and engage staff
    Developing HR planning strategies with line managers by considering immediate and long-term staff requirements
    Advising on pay and other issues, including promotion and benefits; administer payroll and maintain staff records
    Listening to grievances and implementing disciplinary procedures
    Preparation of management report on a monthly basis

    Requirements & Qualifications:

    Bachelor degree in Human Resources or related field
    IHRM Diploma
    Proven 4 – year experience in similar role in a construction industry
    Knowledge of labour law
    Excellent knowledge and use of Microsoft office; Excel, Powerpoint and other reporting software
    Excellent organizational and record keeping skills
    Excellent writing and reporting skills
    Strong communications skills

    Interested candidates are invited to strictly email their cover letter and CV, to careers@hrmconnection.com before end of day 28th February, 2023.Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

    Apply via :

    careers@hrmconnection.com

  • Senior HR Consultant

    Senior HR Consultant

    We are currently in search of a Senior HR consultant with 5-10 years’ experience. This experience may have been gained working for another HR consultancies or as an HR professional working within a business. To help ensure you lead the client to a successful outcome you will have experience in some or all the following areas:
    Responsibilities 

    Source for recruitment and human resource consulting projects.
    Meet with clients to understand their recruitment needs;
    Supervise the recruitment process from creation of the adverts to drafting and
    presenting a
    recruitment report.
    Liaising with clients on selection of candidates to be interviewed and ensuring second
    interviews with the client are scheduled and subsequently conducted.
    Scheduling psychometric assessments (if applicable).
    Following up with clients for final selection of candidate(s).
    Conducting reference checks on candidates.
    Liaising with various clients to understand their organizational needs.
    Carrying out organizational reviews, design and development for various clients.
    Performing job analysis and job evaluations.
    Undertaking salary surveys and job grading.
    Carrying out skills gap analysis/ skills assessment.
    Developing performance management systems for various clients.
    Developing human resource policies and procedures.
    Planning and on occasion delivering training as is requested by the clients.

    Office Administration

    Responding to Request for Proposals, Expressions of Interest, etc.
    Drafting client contracts, engagement letters for new and existing clients.
    Supervise the updating of personnel files for internal and outsourced staff.
    Processing payroll on generating payslips for both internal and outsourced staff.
    Upsell the company services to existing clients.
    Supervise the management of petty cash.
    Responding to general enquires.
    Provide weekly reports and other reports to the Directors as requested.
    Supervising the junior staff and the office cleaner.
    Any other duties assigned.

    Key skills

    Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management or relevant field.
    3 – 5 years’ experience in a similar capacity.
    Good knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
    Experience in managing human resource issues for a company with complex and growing human resource needs.
    Experience working in a customer-focused HR function.
    Be a member of the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM) or any other recognized professional HR body.
    Possess knowledge and experience of relevant labour laws of Kenya.
    Experience working in a customer focused HR function.
    Possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
    Strong capacity in managing the recruitment and hiring process for external clients.
    Ability to build and maintain relationships with board level members, directors and key stakeholders
    Collaborative team player
    Excellent communication and presentation skills
    Good knowledge of MS Office especially PowerPoint and Excel

    Apply via :

    www.careers.dpckenya.com

  • Talent Manager

    Talent Manager

    The Role:
    The Talent manager will support our Head of People, in driving our African firm-wide talent & culture strategy, people management, and team development initiatives as well as fostering a healthy, inclusive workplace and equal work environment that enables us to achieve our business objectives and mission.
    Role And Responsibilities

    Participate in developing the people talent strategy for the Firm,
    You will work collaboratively with the people team across the region as well as other business support teams and the consulting teams in driving the strategic initiatives of the Firm,
    Be a trusted HR Advisor to the Leaders and staff members across the Firm on people related matters,
    Advise on suitable HR best practice and policies to support implementation of the people strategies,
    Working with the team facilitate consistent and well-coordinated talent acquisition efforts to identify potential talent and talent development initiatives,
    Participate actively in generating innovating ways to improve the work, procedures/workflow within the people function and Firmwide,
    Establish and maintain best practice in employee relations,
    Cultivate close working relationships with the staff members to understand their motivational needs and maintain high employee engagement. This includes facilitating formal and informal feedback mechanisms,
    Prepare and analyze people management reports used for decision making by the business,
    Participate in Special Projects within people function and represent the Head of People where required, and
    Coach the other people team members.

    Qualifications, Skills And Experience

    A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Education, Social or Business Studies
    A professional qualification in Human Resource Management,
    MBA in Human Resources/Organizational Development/Social Studies/Business Studies will be an added advantage,
    6+ Years’ experience in human resource management with at least 2-3 in a management / supervisory position,
    Generalist HR skills,
    Ability to motivate and coach team members,
    Counseling and Mentoring Skills: Ability to empathize, listen and enable staff solve own problems, and guide and lead others by example,
    Personal and Professional Ethics: Must operate and practice within the professional code of conduct, be honest, with self and colleagues,
    Interpersonal Skills: Must be a people’s person, good with people but firm and fair with ability to manage people with diverse personalities,
    Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills both written & verbal presentations,
    Goal driven and Results Oriented: Enjoys being measured, and being judged by performance results and
    Multicultural Skills: Must be able to operate and interact in a multicultural environment and uphold cultural diversity.

    Apply via :

    www.linkedin.com

  • Head– Sales & Marketing

    Head– Sales & Marketing

    Key responsibilities.

    Responsible for achieving organization objectives and quantity budgets for products.
    Responsible for developing & handling Non Trade segment (Construction & projects) within Kenya.
    Identifying ongoing and upcoming construction projects.
    Professionally* approaching the Paint contractors’/ foremen / site supervisors / Painters and realizing the visit into sales.
    (*Identifying, organizing, coordinating, managing and overseeing technical demonstrations of our products applications, features & benefits).
    Coordinating & collecting feedback from the Technical Sales Trainees on their visits & leads to projects / construction sites, working in close conjunction with them to ensure our products are recommended, preferred & used in the respective project(s).
    To meet with influencers such as Engineers & Architects, hold presentation and product demonstration for them, convince them to recommend use of our products in their existing & upcoming Projects.
    To escalate all sales orders to Head of Sales & Marketing who will in turn forward and route through existing Distributor channel for organizing the deliveries; ensuring that their payments are settled as per agreed distributor’s credit policy / terms between both parties.
    Efficiently & effectively addressing / handling any customer queries that may arise. Ensuring that no queries are left unattended or unresolved.
    Responsible for submitting monthly planning for technical activities within the region, assisting in organizing & executing as per approved schedule & budgets & to realize sales from the same.
    To maintain updated database for contractors & painters.
    Oversee that our products are properly stored, handled and correctly applied at the projects / construction sites.
    Always implement and comply to proper safety measures.
    Managing staff compliment of 10 pax and above to achieve company objectives.e of injection and blow setting, hydraulics and electrical equipment

    Apply via :

    www.linkedin.com

  • Social Work Assistant

    Social Work Assistant

    The Social Work Assistant reports to the Tushinde Children’s Trust Social Work Manager and ultimately to the Executive Director. He/She provides social work support to the team as needed. 
    Key activities: 

    To identify and locate children who are beneficiaries of Tushinde Children’s Trust, together with their supervisors complete a detailed case assessment. 
    To establish relations with the child’s parent or guardian, the school the child attends and other key players in the child’s livelihood. 
    To act as the liaison between the child, parent or guardian, the schools and Tushinde Children’s Trust. 
    To follow up the attendance of children in the school, their performance in class and their general health and wellbeing. 
    To follow up the children in regards to their development and health. 
    To make appropriate referrals for the caregivers and the children to access needed services such as health and child protection services. 
    To implement an effective individual case management system for the beneficiaries of Tushinde Children’s Trust. 
    To provide awareness raising activities and training to beneficiaries on needs basis; i.e life skills training. 
    To ensure to his or her best knowledge that the rights of the child are not compromised and that the child is protected from potentially abusive situations.
    Take lead on the daycare programme, by assessing and monitoring children’s development, identifying children at risk and linking them to quality health facilities; regular follow up of children who show no signs of growth improvement and train day care staff on good practices regarding child care and Development. 
    Engage our beneficiaries on the Tushinde programme Journey. 
    To provide management with a story and photographs of the achievements and challenges affecting Tushinde at least monthly. 

    Qualifications for Social Work Assistant. 

    Bachelor’s degree/diploma in social work and community Development , or a related field. 3-5 years of work experience as a social worker/assistant. 
    Must have exceptional attention to detail. 
    Strong organizational and time management skills, and ability to prioritize. Must be a self-starter and driven. 
    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 
    Strong problem-solving skills and analytical abilities. 
    Must be proficient with Microsoft Office and Google product. 
    Must have a passion to work with vulnerable children and adults. 
    Must be able to work in a challenging environment. 
    Must be conversant with child protection policy. 
    Related Short courses will be an added advantage. 
    Must have a certificate of good conduct. 

    Salary Range: 25,652- 30,552 KES per month (gross); comprehensive individual health cover provided as a benefit.

    Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: jobs@ke.tushinde.org.uk using the position as subject of email.

    Apply via :

    jobs@ke.tushinde.org.uk

  • Knowledge Management Intern

    Knowledge Management Intern

    The unit is led by a Knowledge Management and Research Specialist based in Nairobi- Kenya. As part of its work, the unit, undertakes quality assurance on all knowledge products produced by UN Women in the region. It also hosts a knowledge hub which is a one stop platform for disseminating internal knowledge in the region.
    As part of the wider vision of youth programming, UN Women would like to create an opportunity for learning for young scholars in university or who have just graduated. It is for this reason that we are recruiting an intern who will be trained on the various aspects of project delivery listed in the TOR.
    Duties And Responsibilities

    Update the knowledge hub with relevant resources from the region;
    Support the creation of a gender data subsite on the UN Women Africa website and ensure it is updated with relevant content;
    Map out the relevant regional and global gender data and information portals and ensure they are reflected in the gender subsite created on the Africa website;
    Support with planning and execution of related knowledge events, seminars and dialogues;
    Any other duties that may be assigned by the supervisor from time to time.

    Learning Objectives

    Increased understanding of UN Women’s work and the UN system;
    Learning different aspects of knowledge management and research and international environment;
    Increased knowledge in women’s rights and gender equality, specially on knowledge management and research;
    Work as a team member in a multicultural setting.

    At the end of the internship, the intern should have a clear grasp of the issues of knowledge management and research, including the issues of gender equality and women’s empowerment in terms of progress, challenges and untapped opportunities.
    Competencies
    Core Values

    Respect for Diversity
    Integrity
    Professionalism

    Core Competencies

    Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues
    Accountability
    Creative Problem Solving
    Effective Communication
    Inclusive Collaboration
    Stakeholder Engagement
    Leading by Example

    Functional Competencies

    Demonstrated skills in marketing, ICT, research, analytical and writing skills;
    Attention to detail.

    Education
    Required Skills and Experience

    University studies in one of the following disciplines: Social Science, Business Management, or other relevant subjects;
    Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);
    Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent);
    Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one-year period of graduation; or
    Be enrolled in a postgraduate professional traineeship program which is part of a degree programme and undertake the internship as part of the program requirements.

    Apply via :

    jobs.undp.org