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  • Senior Director Bilingual People Director

    Senior Director Bilingual People Director

    About the Role
    Great challenge is where there are great rewards — the opportunity to be the person who launches every step of multiple industrial value chains to succeed in radically altering the future of millions of children across multiple countries and continents. We are seeking a talented, motivated and adaptable individual to  support and deputise for the VP, New Opportunities as Senior Director, New Opportunities. The ideal candidate is a multifaceted individual who will work closely with the VP, New Opportunities, as support and deputy to gain knowledge on how to launch and run a business. As a co-strategist, implementer, and  trusted advisor, the successful candidate will lead execution of operational and strategic initiatives for the VP, New Opportunities and the rest of the New Opportunities team. This includes during multiple co-current launches across different countries, the role of being deputised to lead a specific launch.  This is a highly operational hands-on and analytical role, involving intense programme and people management and broad  technical knowledge covering the entire business of launching a start-up in a new market: from project management, legal, teacher training and academics to operations, supply chain and people operations. The Senior Director, New Opportunities should have a proven track record of exceptional performance leading start-ups during a launch phase, or similar strategic initiatives and projects to completion.  
    What You Will Do

    Act as one of the deputy leaders on the New Opportunities team, support, and potentially oversee entire launches, programmes, projects and budgets
    Provide leadership on both strategic and operational delivery 
    Operationally own and maintain the key documentation around launch programming, including but not limited to: ‘launch playbooks’, work plans, gantt charts, checklists and systems write-ups
    Identify issues and risks related to program implementation in a timely manner, and suggest appropriate program adjustments.
    Ensure the technical and methodological soundness of activities in collaboration with the VP, New Opportunities and other functional heads.
    Collaborate with colleagues to solve problems and build a learning environment within the organization.
    As and when directed by the VP, New Opportunities, lead and manage the program team – providing the vision, day-to-day coordination, resource management, and supervision required to accomplish project objectives and to deliver superior quality products.
    Ensure appropriate follow through on actions, decisions, and commitments made by the VP, New Opportunities by working with the parties responsible for implementation
    Deputize for the VP, New Opportunities as and when necessary

    What You Should Have

    Bachelor’s degree essential, MBA (or Master’s) would be preferred.
    At least 9 years of progressively responsible experience working in project management and design in developing countries, preferably including experience in the state or country to which you will be assigned.
    At least 4 years of management experience, including direct supervision of professional and support staff and assembling teams working in multi-faceted roles including field based roles.
    A proven track record of excelling in the leadership of operational teams, as well as in design-thinking, process and system design and application, managing complex and inter-related functions, as this will be critical overseeing a large scale school system transformation.
    Prior experience within a fast-paced, high-growth, metric-driven operational organization will be an advantage.
    Excellent organizational skills, with keen attention to detail and ability to follow up systematically  on a broad set of initiatives and decisions 
    Strong willed, a fast learner and able to effect changes fast 
    Excellent presentation creation skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word 
    At least one work experience that required highly independent work in an exceedingly  challenging environment 
    Strong management skills, leadership qualities, professional reputation, ability to build or access key contacts within the Ministry of Education or equivalent local and state regulatory bodies.
    Demonstrated ability to work effectively with government representatives, for-profit private sector entities, local community organizations, donors, consortium members and other stakeholders, at national and sub-national levels.
    Ability to flourish in dynamic, ambiguous environments 
    Ability to produce high quality work with very short deadlines, effectively prioritize work among  multiple competing demands, and adapt to unexpected work demands
    Respect and sensitivity towards cultural, gender, ethnicity and religious diversity.
    Prior work experience as a management consultant is a plus 
    Passion for our vision of democratizing the right for all children to succeed.

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  • Chief of Section (Temporary)

    Chief of Section (Temporary)

    Competencies

     PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to criminal investigation. Knowledge of various research methodologies and sources, including electronic sources on the Internet, intranet and other databases. Ability to identify and analyze problems/issues and participate in their resolution. Proven ability to gather evidence and interview suspects and witnesses. 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. The ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management.
     COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
     PLANNING AND ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
     LEADERSHIP: Serves as a role model that other people want to follow: empowers others to translate vision into results; is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives; establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support; anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions; drives for change and improvements; does not accept the status quo; shows the courage to take unpopular stands. Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing.
     MANAGING PERFORMANCE: Delegates the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority; makes sure that roles, responsibilities and reporting lines are clear to each staff member; accurately judges the amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task and matches task to skills; monitors progress against milestones and deadlines; regularly discusses performance and provides feedback and coaching to staff; encourages risk-taking and supports creativity and initiative; actively supports the development and career aspirations of staff; appraises performance fairly.

    Education

    Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent degree) in law or a field related to investigations.
    A first-level university degree in law or a field related to investigations in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics or data science programs is an advantage.

    Work Experience

    A minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience in investigatory work, including managerial experience, is required.
    Experience in interviewing subjects and witnesses in the furtherance of investigations is required.
    Experience of working on international investigation activities is required.
    Experience in investigation management, together with supervisory functions, is required.
    Experience in analysis of evidence and preparation of files of evidence is required.
    Experience of working in an international or multilateral public institution is required.
    Experience in applying and promoting a victim-centered approach to investigations is desirable.
    Experience in investigating implementing partners misconduct in relation to procurement and donor fund fraud is desirable.
    Experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

    Languages

    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English is required. A working knowledge of French is desirable. Knowledge of another official language of the United Nations is desirable.

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    careers.un.org

  • Research Writer (Freelance)

    Research Writer (Freelance)

    REQUIREMENTS:

    Master’s or PhD Degree in your field of specialization
    English language: advanced and professional level
    At least one year of experience with freelance/academic writing
    Ability to conduct research using scholarly journals, websites, books, and databases
    Strong proofreading skills
    We expect our writers to be available and reachable for prompt communication
    Deadlines must be met, otherwise you may lose your writing privileges with us.

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  • Accounts Assistants/ Interns Procurement Assistants/ Interns Sales and Marketing/ Interns

    Accounts Assistants/ Interns Procurement Assistants/ Interns Sales and Marketing/ Interns

    They prefer interns who can later absorb into their workforce, but they may consider you for a regular employment position.

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  • System Software & Database Analyst NPSA 8 Policy Specialist, RoLSHR (Community Security)

    System Software & Database Analyst NPSA 8 Policy Specialist, RoLSHR (Community Security)

    Required Skills and Experience
    Minimum Qualifications of the Successful NPSA Min. Academic Education

     Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Programming, Applications/Software Development, Information Systems, or related field.
     Bachelor’s Degree in with 2 years of professional experience can be taken into consideration in lieu of Master’s degree.

    Min. years of relevant Work experience

     2 years (with bachelor’s degree) of relevant professional experience in the field of information technology and/or database management.

    Required skills and competencies

     Demonstrated experience in PHP, MySQL in database and application design/development.
     Demonstrated experience in designing, theming and deploying Drupal based websites.
     Demonstrated experience in UNIX based servers is required
     Demonstrated experience with JavaScript library like REACT is required.
     Experience in problem solving and the ability to identify solution-based outcomes is required.
     Ability to adapts solutions so they are fit for purpose in each context, meeting the needs of end users.

    Desired additional skills and competencies

     Experience working in an international organization is a comparative advantage.
     Experience managing Linux based servers
     Experience theming and deploying in Drupal 8 and above using twigs
     Experience working with cloud computing and implementing Infrastructure as a service (IaaS) using Azure.
     Experience implementing IT projects using waterfall or agile methodologies

    Required Language(s) (at working level)

     Proficiency in written and spoken English is required.

    Professional Certificates

     Certification in project management is an asset
     Certificates in cyber security or related courses is an asset

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  • Medical and Pharmacy Representative

    Medical and Pharmacy Representative

    JOB DESCRIPTION

    Creating demand for our products through doctor & pharmacy calls
     Booking direct & transfer orders from clients
    Customer relation on behalf of the company
    Conducting prescription audits amongst all other forms of intelligence as required by marketing SOP.
     Arranging appointments with clients prior to any call for optimal utilization of resources
    Participate in the company’s training sessions and impromptu mock detailing challenges
    Defend and maintain all clients’ accounts in your territory.
    Handling and resolving clients’ complaints either forefront or channeling it to the GM’s office.
     Organizing and facilitating CME(s) and round tables meetings.
    Represent the company in the best capacity at all times (smart dressing, eloquent in detailing and product knowledge).
    Ensure rational utilization of pharmaceutical samples during marketing and only handle such samples in the possession of a valid medical representative license

    QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

    Academic qualification in any scientific and/or marketing background
    Relevant work experience in a pharmaceutical industry or in a commercial environment will be added advantage.

    SKILLS
    Including but not limited to: Excellent communication and presentation skills, an outgoing and persuasive manner and negotiating skills, sales and customer relationship skills, confidence, determination and persistence, commercial and business awareness, the ability to work well under pressure, the ability to accept criticism and move on ambition and the desire to do well

    Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: hr.shl@signaturehealthcareltd.com using the position as subject of email.

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    hr.shl@signaturehealthcareltd.com

  • Project Management

    Project Management

    The incumbent is responsible for planning, overseeing and leading projects from ideation through to completion while following project governance protocols.
    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
    Project Monitoring

    Manage the project through the project lifecycle i.e. planning, analysis, design, development, deployment, closure.
    Maintain key project deliverables trackers, project plans, communication plans and status reports as per the Bank’s policies.
    Manage and coordinate implementation and delivery of projects.
    Define and evaluate problems and plans for effective resolution.
    Manage business requirements gathering, customize to fit purpose, data management, testing, training and deployment of the projects.
    Coordinate with all stakeholders to ensure project progresses on schedule and within prescribed budgets.

    Project Governance

    Overseeing all incoming and outgoing project documentation.
    Participating in project scoping processes.
    Managing project budgets.
    Conduct project reviews and creating detailed reports for Project steering Committee.
    Manage project documentation as per governance protocols e.g., Sign-off and certifications.

    Risk Management

    Stakeholder management to ensure prioritization by objective, critical success factors and project risks.
    Maintain impact analysis and raise changes that may impact delivery of the projects.
    Ensure proper systems are in place to effectively manage AML/CFT risks and strict compliance with the Banking laws, the prudential guidelines and regulations issued by CBK, Data Protection Act 2019, GDPR, PCIDSS and other legal guidelines that may be issued by the government or other industry stakeholders, from time to time.
    Responsible for identifying and reporting potential and actual project risk within projects assigned compliance policies & procedures.
    Formulate and ensure up to date policies and procedures governing projects as and when changes occur.

    Human Resource:

    Manage, coordinate relevant trainings to key stakeholders ensure submission of training packs by appointed vendors.
    Manage assigned testers to ensure a high-performance team to meet set deliverables.

    RECRUITMENT QUALIFICATIONS/COMPETENCIES
    Education:

    Bachelor’s degree in either IT, Social Sciences, Economics, Project Management, Monitoring & Evaluation or other relevant discipline.
    Certification in Project Management or Monitoring & Evaluation is an added advantage.

    Experience:

     At least 5 years’ experience in a Financial Institution is mandatory.
    3 Years’ experience in Project Management, one of which should be in Management of Digital Channels Projects.
    Presentation skills in MS Office is mandatory.
    Exposure to Project Management software is an added advantage.

    Language Requirements;

    Fluency in Knowledge of English and Kiswahili.

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    hr@rafiki.co.ke

  • Internal Audit Manager

    Internal Audit Manager

    To provide innovative, responsive, and effective value-adding Internal Audit Services to the bank by assisting the Board and the Management in evaluating and recommending improvements in the effectiveness of enterprise risk management, internal control systems, and corporate governance.
    Responsibilities

    Reviewing and appraising the adequacy and effectiveness of the internal control systems of the bank
    Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of the organization’s risk management system.
    Provide leadership in performance management, employee development, talent management, and building a work environment that drives high performance and employee satisfaction
    Assessing the adequacy of established policies and procedures and reviewing the systems established to ensure compliance with these policies, procedures, statutory requirements, and regulations which could have a significant impact on operations; and in corroboration with management update and improve them.

    Main Activities

    As the principal assistant to the Head of Internal Audit, assist the Head of Internal Audit in carrying out a bank-wide annual risk assessment and in developing a risk-based annual internal audit plan;
    Supervising ongoing audit assignments and reviewing the quality of audit work done by the internal auditors;
    Ensuring performance of quality audits and production of quality internal audit reports with practical and agreeable corrective actions and submitting the reports to the Head of Internal Audit;
    Follow up and escalate on all audit findings implementation for escalation as per the bank’s escalation matrix.
    Carry out analytical reviews of the root cause of the common/ recurrent audit findings and disseminate alerts and solution recommendations;
    Producing the agendas for the internal audit department meetings and managing the entire process ensuring that quality discussion papers are submitted to the internal audit team and quality minutes are documented.
    Carry out ad-hoc and consulting assignments such as Investigation of attempted frauds and conduct forensic reviews as requested by management
    Coordinating the Central Bank of Kenya’s annual inspection of the Bank and ensuring both the inspection reports and the external auditor’s management letters are converted to corrective action plans and that the Audit Committee, through the Head of Internal Audit is regularly updated with the status of implementation of the
    corrective measures by the line managers;
    To perform any other duty as assigned by the Head of Internal Audit in line with the organization’s goals and objectives.

    Qualifications

    University degree in Accounting, Commerce, Economics or Business Management/Administration or related business degree
    Masters will be an added advantage.
    Certified Chartered Accountant/ Certified Public Accountant.
    Current member of Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) with a valid membership Certificate
    CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) and or CIA (Certified Internal Auditor) qualifications will be an
    added advantage.
    8-10 years in a busy Internal Audit department or Professional Audit firm with 5 years at senior level

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    www.kingdombankltd.co.ke

  • Policy Manager

    Policy Manager

    Responsibilities to include but not be limited to the following 

    Coordinate the exchange of Policy-related information from/with the Client and disseminate across other teams and ensure all the resources provided are available to implement policies 
    Maintain regular contact and give feedback to Client with regards to Policy-related changes for the successful enforcement of the policies 
    Spot trends and flag potential issues that may arise from the application of Client’s policies and offer suggestions or solutions 
    Engage with Training and Quality teams regularly to ensure robust and consistent enforcement and correct understanding of Client’s policies 
    Flag resource constraints, policy issues or inconsistencies timely 
    Gather insights and offer policy suggestions based on the direct application of the policies 
    Ensure continuous improvement of resources and materials provided 
    Ensure effective knowledge sharing and sign off/approval processes are in place for both Training and Policy between Vendor and client’s team. 
    Liaise directly with the Client’s Policy team to gather/discuss/debate questions and engage with Client to obtain answers 

    Recommended Qualifications 

    Proficient level of English and ideally fluent in another key language served by outsourcing site 
    Experience in an Operations environment, preferably in an international environment 
    Good knowledge of quality/training processes and policy enforcement in an Operations Environment 
    High level of energy, drive, enthusiasm, initiative and commitment 
    Excellent communication, consulting, influencing and interpersonal skills 
    Proven track record of collaborating with cross-functional groups to produce results 
    Passion for ensuring a world class support experience for our community 
    Demonstrated ability to perform well in a rapidly changing environment and across multiple sites/teams.

    Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: jobs.kenya@majorel.com using the position as subject of email.

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    jobs.kenya@majorel.com

  • KRCHN/ BSN Nurses Theatre Technician Pharmacy Technologist Laboratory Technologists Phlebotomist Rider

    KRCHN/ BSN Nurses Theatre Technician Pharmacy Technologist Laboratory Technologists Phlebotomist Rider

    Qualifications:

    Must have a valid license
    2-3 years of work experience

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    hr@meditestdiagnostic.com