Jobs Kenya

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  • Centre Director Africa

    Centre Director Africa

    Job description
    Qualifications:

    We are looking for a candidate that has at least 10 years of leadership experience including people management responsibilities and a natural ability to lead people through engagement and empowerment, clear direction and delegation with a trust creating leadership. You have solid experience and understanding from a knowledge-based research organization (preferably 10 years), including at a minimum a Master’s degree in an area relevant to SEI, and a strong international reputation with active engagement in scientific and professional networks in at least one area of research central to SEI’s strategy;
    Excellent spoken and written English language skills; knowledge of at least one other language common in Africa is required together with comprehensive experience in the region.
    As a person, you have a genuine interest in leadership and a natural ability to develop and improve the organization. You are a strong communicator and have excellent relationship building skills.
    You enjoy representing SEI in different settings and have experience of and proven success in strategic fund raising.

  • Non-Professional Volunteer Mentor Professional Volunteer Mentor

    Non-Professional Volunteer Mentor Professional Volunteer Mentor

    Role description: Non-Professional volunteer-mentor
    These are individuals with no professional experience as defined by Imara. This category also includes students in tertiary learning institutions.
    Volunteer-mentorship areas

    Life skills for high school students.
    Club activities strengthening
    Peer education (Sex, Drugs and Alcohol)
    Exposure to tertiary education experiences

    Standards for non-professional mentors

    Must be a student. Preferably in third and fourth year of university education.
    Must be willing and able to volunteer for a period of six (6) months.
    Must present a letter of recommendation or reference for the university.
    Must possess good character and moral standing.

    Scope of work for non-professional mentors

    Attending the activation workshop
    Engaging with local high schools in; strengthening club activities, peer mentorship and inform on education exploration opportunities.
    Compiling on monthly progress reports.
    Attend a debrief meeting at closeout.

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  • Temporary Drivers

    Temporary Drivers

    Job Description
    DEPARTMENT: OPERATIONS
    REPORT TO: ADMIN OFFICER
    LOCATION: NAIROBI/KISII/MIGORI
    PURPOSE:
    The Driver will be responsible for operating and maintaining transportation vehicles with a focus on safety and staff courtesy.
    PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Maintain defensive driving and operate assigned vehicle in a safe and courteous manner;
    Provide a communication link between customers and staff; 
    Assist passengers including handicapped in and out of the vehicle;
    Operate ramps, lifts and securement devices as required;
    Read and interpret maps and driving directions to plan the most efficient route service;
    Present safety briefing to passengers prior to each trip departure;
    Keep the assigned vehicle(s) clean inside and outside; 
    Maintain accurate, up-to-date records on trip sheets, vehicle maintenance, incident reports, accident reports, vehicle condition reports and other records; 
    Fuel assigned vehicle and perform minor maintenance tasks on assigned vehicle(s) as required; 
    Coordinate the schedule for vehicle maintenance with staff to minimize service interruptions;
    Respond to accident or medical emergencies by notifying emergency, response providers, and carrying out First Aid pending arrival of emergency personnel;

    PERSON SPECIFICATIONS:
    Academic Qualifications:

    High School Certificate Driver’s License and Defensive Driving Professional

    Qualifications:
    None Experience:

    4 years’ experience

    Skills 

    Extensive knowledge of the operations and features of assigned vehicle(s);
    Basic automobile mechanical skills · Good communication and interpersonal skills;
    Report writing skills and ability to read maps
    Computer literacy

  • Expression of interest (EOI) to conduct institutional and policy assessments of the agricultural sector for 11 select African countries

    Expression of interest (EOI) to conduct institutional and policy assessments of the agricultural sector for 11 select African countries

    Expression of interest (EOI) to conduct institutional and policy assessments of the agricultural sector for 11 select African countries – AGRA
    Ref no. 001/2018/CSPD
    Date of Issue – December 14, 2017
    This EOI consists of the following parts:
    Part A – Introduction – contains an overview of the opportunity presented, and the objectives of the expression of interest.
    Part B – Instructions – sets out the rules applying to the EOI documents and process. The rules are deemed to be accepted by all applicants and by all persons having received the EOI.
    Part C- Scope of Work – provides a high level overview of the assignment and specifies the information to be provided in response to this EOI.
    Part A – Introduction

    The Alliance for a Green Revoluaiton in Africa (AGRA) would like to commission a number of scoping studies in its select active Countries[1] that would assess the capacity and effectiveness of institutional and policy arrangements of the countries’ agricultural sector and determine how they can be supported to accelerate agricultural transformation. As such, AGRA invites expressions of interest for a consultant(s) firm, individual or teams to carry out these country assessments.

    AGRA, through this EOI, intends to pre-qualify individual, teams of consultants and/or specialised consulting firms (referred to as Applicant henceforth) to execute the services described that will enable the Institution’s Management:

    Identify, together with the respective national governments, country development and strategic partners, binding constraints and priority areas at national and sub-national levels for policy and institutional systems strengthening.
    Establish a strategic framework targeting institutional and policy systems strengthening based on an agreed and shared transformative vision, objectives and sector priorities.
    Establish a development programme with a costed pipeline of interventions articulated around short, medium and long term priorities.
    Together with national governments, prepare an implementation strategy and process including, in particular, a priority action plan.

    This EOI is being issued to solicit information/documentation from Applicants qualified to perform the activities described under the Scope of Work below. An application in response to this EOI does not guarantee that the Applicant will be formerly engaged to perform any services, but only serves as notice to AGRA that the Applicant desires to be considered for a possible award of a sub-contract for the performance of the serviced. This EOI is thus not a formal solicitation requesting proposals and does not represent a commitment by AGRA to award a subcontract.
    Part B – Instructions

    Expressions of interest at a minimum should include:

    Background and description of the experience and capabilities of the Applicant to carry out the services identified; specifically identifying how the Applicant will work to address the Scope of Work elaborated below.
    Demonstrated experience engaging senior government officials with experience advising on agriculture within a complex political environment with multiple stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have strong technical understanding of the select/chosen country’s [to carry out the assessment] agriculture sector; and, also have strong networks/linkages with in-country strategic actors in government, private sector, donor community and other non-state actors. This needs to be demonstrated in the application.
    Proposed senior team members as demonstrated by their CVs.

    Specifically:

    For a team/joint application, the team must identify the lead partner who should have sufficient relevant experience for at least 7 years. In the application, s/he must give an overview of their qualification highlighting the experience leading technically qualified professional teams globally/in-Africa and demonstrate principal activities executed successfully. Further, the application should indicate what will be the role of each member of the team on this assignment and show their proven capability to undertake the work.

    For applications from a firm, the Applicant should demonstrate that it has carried out related Consultancy assignments (with key technically qualified professional staff). A list of similar services successfully executed for the last 7 years should be provided. Further, the firm should demonstrate that it has a well-organized set up with professional staff technically qualified and experienced who successfully carried out similar projects/ services in the past with proven reputation and are capable to undertake new services with professional competence.

    For an individual: the Applicant should demonstrate that S/he has the capacity and capability to undertake the upcoming assignment with professional technical competence. They should have at least 7 years’ of related experience undertaking similar work that should be foregrounded on the CV.

  • Senior Communications Officer – DEPP Lab Innovations Lead – DEPP Lab Innovations Manager – Depp Lab

    Senior Communications Officer – DEPP Lab Innovations Lead – DEPP Lab Innovations Manager – Depp Lab

    POSITION SUMMARY
    Adeso’s Communications Team is responsible for developing and overseeing the implementation of the Adeso Communications Strategy. This includes defining and formulating key messages and proof points to broaden the understanding of Adeso’s unique, people centered and participatory program approach amongst stakeholders across the humanitarian and development sector, governments, donors and the media.
    The Senior Communications Officer will work with colleagues to support the implementation of the AIM DEPP Lab Communications Strategy and support efforts to increase the AIM DEPP Lab growth. S/he will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that AIM communications enable and accelerate its milestones and goals.
    The Senior Communications Officer should have a breadth of knowledge in PR, social media, marketing, web and e-communications with plenty of room and interest in innovation, challenges and learning. This opportunity requires the ability to coordinate, research, and create content (i.e., social media, donor communications, impact stories, program updates, etc.) for a variety of audiences including, donors, media, the general public, internal staff, and program partners among others. The position will specifically be responsible for leading the daily management of social media and online communications and marketing activities for multiple online platforms.
    The successful candidate will have a talent for writing and a willingness to engage in projects ranging from writing, editing, proofreading, and leveraging social media and blogs-across several different publications while juggling multiple deadlines and priorities. The desired candidate will exude passion and a driving desire for excellence in all they do. The candidate will also be expected to be a strategic thinker who understands how social media is a vital part of a larger, integrated digital marketing strategy including SEO, Analytics, Email Marketing, and building a culture of constant testing and refinement.
    POSITION PURPOSE

    Increase AIM’s online visibility, voice, and influence;
    Support fundraising, business development and communication through a variety of tools, techniques and resources – including media pitching, ongoing website presence , promotional materials;
    Lead and manage social media campaigns.

    SPECIFIC ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    Social Media Management
    Develop and execute social media strategies to leverage editorial content across a variety of channels as well drive reader engagement
    Manage AIM’s current social media accounts;
    Assess AIM’s current social media presence and determine which new channels offer the best opportunity to increase the organization’s online presence;
    Set targets for increasing AIM’s visibility and reach via Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and other selected social networking sites;
    Analyze and optimize monthly social engagement analytics and ad performance on all platforms;
    Monitor monthly social performance ensuring the yearly goals are met or exceeded;
    Maintain a list of all social media accounts log-in information and always make sure HQ has the most up-to-date information; and,
    Develop and implement social media campaigns, including use of paid advertisements.Content Development and Editorial Support
    Develop and maintain overall content strategy and standards for voice and tone for digital communications;
    Provide frameworks and guidance to support colleagues in their promotional and messaging work, in line with the Communications Strategy;
    Maintain and help to evolve the voice of web communications; research, write and edit SEO-rich, grammatically accurate content for AIM’s website, e-mails and social media, taking a proactive approach to improve our communications and brand across all online channels;
    Edit and disseminate AIM case studies and success stories to maximize their use;
    Support the writing and editing of AIM’s publications;
    Promote AIM in relevant media and network spaces and manage the production and delivery of appropriate outreach material, including key publications such as the annual report.
    Beyond these specific responsibilities, the Senior Communications Officer is expected to collaborate on activities as agreed upon with the Project Director and the Director of Strategic Partnerships and Development to support the delivery of the DEPP Communications Strategy.Other
    Develop and promote communication tools and resources to use in their external activities, in order to secure a consistent external AIM message, and optimize the communications power of AIM.
    Copyediting, edit, review, and mark documents to ensure correct grammar, punctuation, spelling, sentence structure, and usage. Impose a consistent style while querying or correcting inconsistencies, flagging and checking head levels and callouts for graphics or notes, cross-checking in-text references, and styling reference lists or bibliographies.
    Develop and maintain positive working relationships with team members, and other units across the organizations.
    Any other duty as may be assigned.

    SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

    Bachelor’s Degree in Communications/Journalism or related field;
    2-3 years’ work experience in communications and marketing;
    1-2 years professional experience with Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Pinterest, with proven results on impacting Key Performance Indicators of an organization;
    Expertise and experience leveraging social media communication channels to provide a compelling and inspired sense of an organization’s mission to a broad range of audiences;
    Experience with HTML coding, email distribution tools and content management systems;
    Knowledge of social media management & analytics tools such as SproutSocial, Buffer, Hootsuite, SocialBro, TweetDeck, Followerwonk, Sprinklr, Facebook Insights, Twitter Analytics, Pinterest Analytics, etc.;
    Experience with social media design tools such as Canva, PicMonkey, Pagemodo, Piktochart, Infogr.am,
    etc.;
    Understanding how social media plays a role within a larger digital marketing team to contribute to a unified vision of campaigns;
    Passionate learner and self-starter. You should be comfortable owning your projects and have a ‘learner focused’ mindset. You have a propensity to take action, learn from your mistakes, and bring a wealth of knowledge to the team;
    Excellent written and spoken English is essential, as well as a critical eye for editing and grammar;
    Ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with respect for diversity;
    Bonus: Experience working within a humanitarian or development context and working on international donor -funded projects.

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  • Senior Program Coordinator

    Senior Program Coordinator

    Job description
    COUNTRY PROGRAM: Somalia
    RESPONSIBLE TO: Country Director
    STATUS: Full-time
    SUPERVISORY CAPACITY: All Program, Grants and and M&E staff
    DATE: December 2017
    Department/Country Program Description/Mission
    ARC International is an entrepreneurial humanitarian and development organization that assists displaced people to move from vulnerability to resilience, from impoverishment to a basic level of well-being, and from exclusion to inclusion.
    The overall objective of ARC International’s Somalia/Somaliland program is to broaden opportunities for disadvantaged communities in (particularly women and youth) to pursue a secure and sustainable livelihood; create an environment that enables social and economic re-integration of Somali youth into society through technical, vocational and leadership skills development that enables young people to secure gainful employment; sustainably rehabilitate through social transformation and economic empowerment; respond to recurring emergencies and help build resiliency of communities through strengthening of existing social services such as health and water facilities/structures and support creation of durable solutions for returnees to Somalia through a set of integrated activities aimed at socio-economic reintegration into their country and communities of origin.
    Primary Purpose Of The Position
    The Senior Program Coordinator will play a leading role in ensuring overall program quality and impact, ensure that programs are contextually appropriate, monitored closely and funded sufficiently. The Senior Program Coordinator will be responsible for developing a coherent program strategy, strong program design through effective M&E systems and represent ARC in inter-agency meetings.
    MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY
    Primary Duties/Responsibilities

    Program Strategy, Design and Development 50%
    Provide leadership to the development of an integrated program strategy.
    Promote excellence in programs through ongoing programmatic and strategic support for field-based program staff, including the development of M&E systems.
    Ensure programs are designed according to ARC and industry best practices and ARC program framework.
    Work with HQ technical leads in the development of relevant programming frameworks.
    Working in collaboration with the Country Director, proactively identify opportunities for new programming initiatives and funding to support them.
    Ensure that new proposals promote high quality programming by responding to identified needs, taking account of recognized best practices, minimum standards and lessons learned from earlier programs.
    Program Management and Oversight 35 %
    Working in collaboration with Program managers, ensure that program implementation is managed closely through the development of structured work plans, indicator tracking and monitoring plans.
    Support Program Managers to fulfill their budget-holder expectations. Ensure project expenditures are monitored and corrective action is initiated and tracked where required.
    Convene grant review meetings where program performance is reviewed and corrective action taken as needed, and promote program integration.
    Lead comprehensive program reviews including mid-term reviews, final evaluations, and assessments.
    Provide leadership to ensure timely and high-quality progress reports as per ARC and donor guidelines.
    Provide proper representation in cluster and other coordination forums at national and regional levels.
    Build capacity of program staff in the areas of program development.
    Set performance objectives with all supervisees, and conduct scheduled performance evaluations. Ensure that all supervisees also complete the performance management cycle with their own supervisees.
    Representation and Inter-agency Coordination 15%
    Represent ARC in inter-agency coordination meetings, cluster meetings and NGO Consortium meetings.

    Education, Technical Skills & Knowledge Required

    Minimum of 7 years’ experience with humanitarian and development programs in complex emergency or post-conflict settings.
    Master’s degree in a relevant field (International Development, program planning and management).
    Demonstrated experience in program development (both humanitarian and development programs), grant management, monitoring and evaluation, team building, and strategy setting.
    Experience working closely with and building the capacity of national program managers.
    Strong coordination and leadership skills with proven ability to work across multiple technical areas simultaneously, supporting multiple staff members.
    Experience working with donors (OFDA, USAID, UNHCR, BPRM, DIFD, CIDA, SIDA), international and national NGOs, and government agencies.
    Excellent interpersonal skills and representation experience.
    Fluency in written and spoken English.
    Strong report writing and documentation skills.

    KEY BEHAVIORS & ABILITIES

    Willingness to work in multi-cultural setting.
    Willingness to travel to field sites and communities on a regular basis.
    Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to talk with high-level officials, as well as community members.
    Demonstrated experience and knowledge in participatory techniques and methodologies.
    Strong personal commitment to gender equality.
    Experience in supervising both expatriate and national staff and strong mentoring capacity.

    American Refugee Committee is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, citizenship, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status. American Refugee Committee complies with all applicable laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

  • Technical Assistance Manager

    Technical Assistance Manager

    Job description
    Do you thrive helping small and medium enterprises become more competitive and ready to seize larger business opportunities? The Lundin Foundation is currently seeking a Technical Assistance Manager based in Nairobi to oversee the Turkana Catalyst Initiative (TCI) to increase capacity of local businesses to benefit from supply chain opportunities linked to the emerging oil and gas sector.
    Responsibilities:

    Conduct baseline assessment of businesses selected for the program, document management gaps, and training needs.
    Develop and deliver training curriculum to entrepreneurs and business managers to address identified gaps.
    Assist entrepreneurs and business managers in developing business plans that provide a blueprint for growth and long-term financial sustainability.
    Advise and assist clients in sales and marketing strategy, and customer acquisition and retention.
    Provide regular project updates and monthly financial reporting to the Lundin Foundation and funding agencies regarding the status of initiatives, budget, outcomes and success stories.

    Skills and Experience:

    Minimum 3-5 years of experience in SME development with relevant university or graduate degree.
    Minimum of 5 years’ project management experience in one or more of the following fields: impact investing, local economic development, business incubator and/or SME development. Proven experience building and facilitating team work across diverse teams.
    Strong analytical and decision-making skills and the ability to perform under pressure.
    Experience leveraging results-based management approaches (budgeting, work planning, management, monitoring and drafting of reports).
    Ability to travel as required.

    Language requirements:
    Fluency in English and Swahili is required.

  • Finance Manager

    Finance Manager

    Job description
    ACDI/VOCA is seeking a Finance Manager for the regional project in the Amazon basin focused on strengthening Representation of Indigenous people in Governance of Amazon Forests and Waters. The project will engage private sector, governments, civil society groups, and academia in work with indigenous groups in the Amazon basin on advocacy efforts and raising awareness of indigenous people’s rights and responsibilities. The project is funded by USAID and is envisioned to start in 2018.
    The Finance Manager will have the responsibility for financial management and accounting of the project. S/he will establish and maintain financial management and accounting systems according to USAID, ACDI/VOCA, and government regulations. S/he will ensure smooth operations in project offices across the region. The position will be based in Lima, Peru and may include frequent travel throughout the Amazon basin.
    Responsibilities

    Ensures all project financial transactions are allowable, reasonable and allocable and within the established financial management policies of ACDI/VOCA and the donor.
    Oversees preparation of annual budgets in collaboration with key program staff; monitors project budget; facilitates periodic internal budget/programming and exchange of information among staff.
    Leads preparation of overseas cash accountability reports for all project transactions and ensures timely submission to HQ.
    Provides technical assistance on financial management to partners or sub-grantees, as needed.
    Manages cash flow funds to assure fund availability for programmed project activities.
    Provides oversight to junior-level finance and accounting staff.
    Provides assistance and coordination during periodic financial audits.
    Prepares monthly tracking sheets reflecting allowable costs vs. actual expenditures.

    Qualifications

    Master’s degree in accounting, business, or finance preferred; minimum of bachelor’s degree required.
    A minimum of eight (8) years of experience in accounting and financial management on complex development projects with international organizations; experience in USAID-funded projects highly desired.
    Demonstrated knowledge and skills in accounting, financial management, and procurement systems is required.
    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written, strong negotiation, diplomacy, and team work skills.
    Sound working knowledge of information technology; experience in the usage of office software programs (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and advanced comprehension of spreadsheet and database programs.
    Fluent spoken, written, and reading abilities in Spanish required, professional proficiency in English and Portuguese desired.

  • Investment & Regional Strategies Analyst

    Investment & Regional Strategies Analyst

    Job description
    Reporting to the Directors of Capital Markets Development and Regional Strategies, the successful candidate will have the flexibility to design and deliver a work-plan to build and strengthen FSDA’s projects and portfolio of investments. Working alongside the Capital Markets Development team, the focus will be on identifying opportunities that FSDA can invest in to create systemic impact. With the Regional Strategies team, the focus will be on building FSDA’s projects and presence in Fragile States – which, to date, have focused on Zimbabwe, Sierra Leone and DR Congo.
    Key responsibilities
    Work closely with:

    the Director Capital Markets Development and colleagues to support the delivery of the team’s strategy over the next 5 yearsthe Director Regional Strategies to explore opportunities and to support initiatives within FCAS
    Support colleagues in ensuring that programme delivery is focused to meet DFID’s expected outcomes and maximise developmental impact
    Assist with the preparation of concept notes and investment documentation for Board and Investment Committee approval
    Ensure monitoring and evaluation of proposed investments is robust and relevant e.g. through timely data collection and design of supplemental evaluative research
    Develop effective relationships with peers across the FSD Network to leverage their networks and contacts and bring joint working opportunities to their attention

    Background and qualifications

    Masters level qualification, preferably in Economics, Business or Finance from a globally respected academic institution
    Previous working experience in the developing world, preferably in Africa
    Experience in the investment environment
    Excellent numeracy and analytical skill sets
    Excellent skills in written and spoken English

    Applications must be received by close of business 10 January 2018. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

  • Finance Officer

    Finance Officer

    Main Purpose of the Role
    ​To ensure effective accountability and good stewardship of resources
    Skills and Experience
    Essential

    Relevant experience in financial accounting and management
    Excellent communication skills
    Computer skills in Microsoft office packages including Navision

    Qualifications

    CPA (K)
    Bachelor of Commerce, Accounting, or related field will be an added advantage

    Desirable

    Strong computer skills especially on specialized accounting packages
    Purchasing and procurement skills
    Conversant with GAAP & prevailing accounting practices
    Conversant with local tax laws and statutory regulations