The Managing Director will oversee and manage all business operations, people and ventures of a start-up foundation seed company that will service seed companies in Sub Sahara Africa. The Managing Director will be responsible for the overall success of the business. He/she will be responsible to ensure that this start-up is nurtured into a fully independent and financially viable company. The MD will report to the Company Board of Directors. The position will have responsibility for the development and implementation of the company’s strategic plan, building and maintaining an effective management team, engagement with key stakeholders, and assume full accountability to the Board for all company operations. This is a full-time position and the successful candidate will initially be engaged on a five-year basis, with the possibility of renewal. Duties and Responsibilities:The selected candidate will be responsible for the following tasks:
Develop and implement the strategic growth and operational plan to achieve overall revenue and volume targets in the different countries as set out by the board of directors.
Provide strategic advice to the board of directors
P&L Management -deliver financial targets (net sales, gross profit, SG&A, EBIT, and free cash flow)
Implement an effective credit management strategy to support sustainable growth of the business.
Lead and be accountable for business planning, forecasting, and budgeting processes.
Lead a multifunctional team in developing and executing appropriate go-to-market approaches to achieve complementary commercial and social goals.
Attract, develop, manage, lead, and inspire a team to ensure consistent high performance, growth and retention of talent, and succession planning for key leadership and high impact roles.
Build effective relationships, maintain trust and partnerships with key institutions and seed companies in the Sub-Sahara Africa region to ensure collaboration and leveraging of the foundation Seed Company’s mandate and capabilities.
Measure and leverage on data-driven competitive and market information (competition actions, market trends, satisfaction levels, commercial acceptance and regulatory issues).
Build, maintain, and leverage relationships with key external stakeholders including regulators, distribution partners, social partners, and seed industry associations.
Required Experience and Qualifications:
Education
At least a Master’s degree in business management and a Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Sciences or related discipline Relevant Experience Ten (10) years of progressive, senior level experience in business management/administration gained in a reputable national or international organization Strong understanding of corporate finance and performance measures
Outstanding experience in developing and implementing strategic and operational plans to achieve revenue and volume targets in multiple countries.
Demonstrated experience in providing strategic advice to a Board of Directors.
In-depth knowledge of the seed industry in Sub-Sahara Africa.
Strong private sector experience in P & L Management aimed at delivering financial targets including net sales, gross profit, SG&A, EBIT and free cash-flow.
Experience in measuring and leveraging on data-driven competitive and market information.
Demonstrated Experience in leading a multi-functional team in developing and executing appropriate go-to-market approaches to achieve complementary commercial and social goals.
Demonstrated ability to implement an effective credit management strategy
Strong understanding of corporate finance and performance measures including experience in leading a business planning process, forecasting and budgeting processes.
Demonstrated experience in developing, leading and inspiring a team to ensure consistent high performance, growth and retention of talent as well as succession planning for key leadership and high impact roles.
Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to maintain trust and partnerships with key institutions and seed companies in Sub Saharan Africa region and ensure collaboration and leveraging of the Foundation Seed Company’s mandate and capabilities.
Ability to build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders including regulators, distribution partners, social partners and seed industry associations.
Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
Experience in establishing a start-up company, preferably in agribusiness
Terms of AppointmentThis is a full-time position and the successful candidate will initially be engaged on a five-year basis, with the possibility of renewal. The job offers a competitive salary and benefits package, and a collegial and gender-sensitive working environment.
Company Type: Sector in NGO
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National Program Manager – AfriScout Social Enterprise
Job Summary:
The AfriScout National Program Manager (PM) will work as part of a growing global team (US, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Kenya) that is enhancing the way pastoralists make migration decisions by providing relevant digital information. Project Concern International (PCI) is looking for someone who is passionate about field work, is very strong on planning and communication, and is excited about the opportunity to work on a social enterprise project that could have huge impact for some of the most marginalized populations in Kenya and across the continent. The Kenyan effort will be focused exclusively on product testing, launch, marketing and sales of the AfriScout mobile application. The PM will be responsible for all aspects of marketing, management and field execution, including customer education and adoption, stakeholder management with a broad range of partners, monitoring and evaluation, and quality assurance.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
Oversee and manage program implementation of Bottom of Pyramid (BoP) social enterprise using a mobile phone application targeted to pastoral populations.
Lead, recruit and supervise a small staff of two outreach coordinators [customer service representatives], an accountant, and a driver, as well as support a cadre of part-time, field-based distributors/customer service providers.
Plan and support community mapping exercises and product orientations and workshops in 15 counties.
Lead the design and oversee the execution of robust, multi-channel Marketing plan.
Deploy an effective customer support management system.
Liaise with county and national government, Telcos, collaborating NGOs and other relevant actors.
Interface with our technology development and maintenance provider to address application related issues and consult on necessary fixes and refinements.
Participate in PCI’s innovation efforts and in teams on innovation initiatives
Other duties as assigned
Position Parameters/Special Responsibilities Required:
This position is based in Nairobi, Kenya with up to 50% time traveling to the various pastoral counties within the country where the application is relevant. Some international travel to the US and within the region may be required.
Required Experience
Master’s degree in business, marketing, or a relevant field.
Minimum of six years of experience leading social enterprise development activities, working in BoP markets in Kenyan rural areas; pastoral populations is a plus.
Comfortable working in a start-up environment
Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills required.
Literacy in Microsoft Office and Windows applications (and corresponding Google equivalents: Sheets, Slides, and Docs); experience with mobile-based ICT is a plus.
Fluency in English and Kiswahili required; any other local languages are a plus.
Experience managing a budget and staff.
Strong local networks: experience and relationships working with players in the Kenya BoP markets and in telecommunications is highly desired.
Proven ability to motivate and inspire.
Flexibility and ability to transition across a variety of roles and settings – from the village to the board room.
Strong analytical and communication skills: ability to effectively synthesize data and prepare clear, compelling and high-quality reports and presentations.
Strong work ethic and willingness to work a nontraditional work schedule.
Balance: combining patience, empathy, and honesty with the assertiveness, clout and drive to see any job through to the end.
A passion for the mission and values of PCI.
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Administration Officer
Key Functions For the Administration Officer Job
Assist in the coordination of events held, geared at increasing awareness of courses offered in Helix and increasing the uptake of participants
Frequently maintain contact and gather feedback from clients and participants on our client relationship management (CRM) database
Facilitate and coordinate the travel logistics and in country stay for all course participants during course seasons
Compile feedback forms, lessons learnt and action plans for each course
Coordinate and handle the administrative logistics around staff when going for trainings
Track domain expenses and periodically give status reports
Manage the internal training calendar for the team
Update internal trackers , smart sheets and sites as guided
Streamline and ensure efficient in administrative activities within the organization.
Work closely with finance team for quarterly reports and tracking
Assist in monitoring, reporting and invoicing of various projects within the Agresso.
Coordinate internal events and activities
Qualities & Skills: This position requires a well-organized, self-motivated individual with strong prioritization skills to effectively and efficiently carry out the desired duties and responsibilities.
Other relevant skills include:
English speaker with local training and experience.
Self -driven. Motivated, independent individual
An eye for details, thoroughness an accuracy in work
Outgoing, energetic, adaptable and flexible team player
Good interpersonal skills
Computer proficient with strong excel skills
Excellent ICPTS
Education Requirements for the Administration Officer Job
Bachelor’s level degree in Administration/Accounting/Marketing with Accountancy training
Remuneration:
We offer a competitive remuneration based on skill and experience including;
Group Medical & Life Cover
Relocation Cost and Housing Covered by the Employer
Per diem & over night allowance on mission not in duty stations
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Business Development Manager
Business Development Manager Job Responsibilities
Business Development and Project Implementation
Provide overall guidance, mentoring, monitoring and supervision to Business Development and Production staff, to ensure successful implementation of Business
Development activities, targets and revenue goals.
Mentor Business Development staff to help them achieve timely implementation of work plans according to their quarterly and annual targets, activities and goals.
Put forward new business ideas and/or recommendations for improvement of existing business programs to the management team.
Ensure all business staff keep and maintain up-to-date and accurate records of activities, materials, sales, inventory and final products.
Provide quality and timely delivery of all production reports, in their agreed format, as required by the customers, the finance department, the Executive Director and the Board.
Advise the Management of any key forums and other networks that might serve RWMT and its ability to achieve its overall business objectives.
Interpret and implement government policies that affect the business activities in the organization.
Product Development
Ensure that needs assessments and cost benefits analysis are conducted in the target areas for Business Development initiatives.
In conjunction with the business staff, decide on income generating initiatives to be undertaken and secure qualified staff for the initiatives.
Oversee all production activities in the organization such as carpentry, tailoring, silkscreening, honey, etc, as well as all hire activities, such as tractor hire, bus hire, etc.
Develop service charters for all business units to assure customer satisfaction
Ensure that all production in the organization is cost effective and of the best quality.
Oversee, review and monitor all production financials, such as P&Ls, with the Finance Manager, on a monthly basis, ensuring cost savings and profitability for the organization.
Conduct regular Cost/Benefit analysis for all potential production and business growth initiatives, taking into account tangible and intangible costs and benefits.
Support initiatives of other project units in business development activities, including community business initiatives.
Sales and Marketing
Ensure enhanced access to markets both locally and beyond for products made by individuals, groups and project production units.
Coordinate the assessment of client satisfaction in a bid to ensure constant improvement of
Business Development initiatives
Put forth a customer service initiative and training for all RWMT staff, to ensure continual and end-to-end customer satisfaction for all business activities.Identify and develop new and existing referral sources to develop successful referring relationships.Maintain good working relationships with existing clients previously to enhance client retention and new sales through referrals and references.Provide content updates and support for the Rafiki website and Facebook, leveraging it as a sales tool.Develop a diverse marketing campaign and tools to increase sales and awareness of Rafiki products and services.Participate in Business Development program concept paper and proposal development for donor funding if applicable.
Skills Development
Provide overall guidance to the skills development units of the project.
Provide support supervision to the Business Development staff to ensure staff activities are planned efficiently, and are carried out effectively.
Undertake periodic training needs assessment and develop appropriate training programs designed to address the identified gaps.
Conduct regular business staff performance reviews, focusing on production quality, quantity, P&Ls, and business development skills for all business staff.
The incumbent may be called upon to support and provide trainings to the organizations beneficiaries who are involved in the RTRC entrepreneurship and work readiness classes and/or Rafiki community IGA related projects.
Partnership, Networking and Collaboration
Ensure strong partnership between RWMT with the government and other partners.
Build trusting business relationships with local SMEs and other Kenyan non-profit organizations to market RWMT business ventures and encourage internship opportunities for RTRC students.
Represent the organization in any relevant stakeholders meetings whenever called to.
Ensure that the organization upholds the governments’ policies and procedures of providing quality Business Development services.
Rafiki Values and Ethics
Share and instill the values of RWMT to the Business Development staff and the project beneficiaries.
Keep and maintain the name of RWMT in high esteem and respect to the community.
Internal Administration
Ensure the integrity of information collected and presented is not compromised in any way whatsoever.
Maintain and keep up-to-date and accurate records and reports of activities and customers according to the organization’s requirements.
Ensure that casual staff working under the Business Development are rotated and substituted appropriately using fair practices.
Take part in the process of wage preparation for the casuals working with Business Development.
Review the projects operational budgets in conjunction with the projects team and the Training Manager.
Provide timely advice to the RTRC Manager as well as the Management Team on issues likely to affect/impact business implementation and revenues.
The incumbent is part of the management and leadership teams and hence will be required to attend all the management and leadership meetings.
Follow all RWMT inventory practices and procedures, and ensure all inventory items issued to the department are maintained in good condition and are stored neatly and in a secured room.
Other Duties and Responsibilities
Actively participate in the Saturday Psycho-Social Support Program for Orphaned and Vulnerable Children and build the community’s capacity to eventually run the Saturday PSS on their own.
Perform any other duties and responsibilities which may be assigned by the management from time to time and which are related to the achievement of RWMT’s mission and vision.
Qualifications for the Business Development Manager Job
At least five (5) years’ experience in a business leadership position that involves direct sales.
The knowledge, skills and abilities may be required through a combination of formal schooling, self-education and prior experience or on-the-job-training).
At least a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics or any other business related field with emphasis on entrepreneurship development.
Financial, Entrepreneurship, Sales, Marketing or Quality management recommended.
Other Competencies
Requires good interpersonal skills with ability to build personal relationships with business community, customers, Local Community Members, senior government officials, and staff.
Must have strong sales and marketing skills.
Must have developed good intercultural orientation and strong public relations skills.
Should possess strong communication, negotiation, marketing, sales, and administration skills.
Possession of a valid Motorbike license and ability to ride motorbike is desired. -
Social Worker
Responsibilities for the Social Worker Job
Screening of clients in the outlet;
Attending to the legal and social needs of clients through consults, case solutions or referrals;
Ensure that cases and consults are recorded in the Case Management System (CMS);
Drafting documents;
Organise and support outreach events / workshops and legal aid trainings and awareness raising for identified groups;
Contribute to a mapping of all Organisations/NGOs, institutions and businesses in the respective area of service provision and identify their areas of service provision;
Take necessary steps to identify new distribution channels and ways to reach clients, including new outlet space;
Provide input to the development of marketing and awareness raising materials;
Social Worker Job Qualifications
The appropriate candidate must be a resident of NAIVASHA or its environs;
He/She should be a holder of Diploma in law, or diploma in community development, or diploma in sales and marketing, or diploma in social work.
At least one year experience in community work;
Experience in conducting trainings;
Drafting skills in report writing; and
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Assistant Surgeon
Duties and responsibilities include:
Perform preoperative and post-operative management of VMMC clients.
Ensure teams target are met.
Provide supervision to the Infection control officer.
Ensures safety, custody and functionality of CMMB equipment and other assets within the site.
Ensure availability of VMMC supplies and proper inventory management of the same within the site.
Assist or Perform surgical procedures to eligible VMMC clients.
Ensure VMMC clients are done post op follow up and documented.
Ensures that all VMMC adverse events are well managed and reported.
Ensures that VMMC data is captured accurate and reported consistently to the MOH and entered in the data base.
Ensures proper storage, quantification and safety of VMMC supplies within the sites
Any other duty that may be assigned by the supervisor.
Key Qualifications:
Diploma holder in Nursing/ Clinical Medicine.
Must be registered with relevant professional body of Kenya.
Must exhibit flexibility in time management and be able to work for longer hours to beat tight deadlines.
Past experience in Male circumcision program is an added advantage.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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Head – Communications, Fundraising & Advocacy
The Head –Communications, Fundraising & Advocacy will provide leadership and strategic direction of the Society’s communications, public relations, membership, fundraising and advocacy activities.
He/She will lead in the development and oversee the implementation of a communications and development (fundraising & Advocacy) strategies, aimed at supporting the Society’s goals, strengthening its membership relations and boosting its fundraising and advocacy efforts towards fulfilling its mission.
Working closely as part of the senior management team, led by the Executive Director, the Head Communications, Fundraising & Advocacy will build, lead and manage an effective and creative Communications, Fundraising & Advocacy Departmental team.
This team will be responsible for closely liaising with and growing the Society’s advocacy voice, membership, and communicating to the general public, government and other local and international stakeholders about the work of the Society.
Responsibilities for the Communications Job
Communications – Transforming EAWLS public visibility and strengthen the profile by building on and substantially enhancing its existing internal and external communications to our target audiences such that the public, the government, EAWLS members and the international community are inspired and enrolled in EAWLS work and mission.
Fundraising – shape, manage and drive the implementation of a successful fundraising strategy to support organizational and project development needs, widen the opportunity to secure funds through a broader approach to fundraising, including targeting grant making trusts, corporates and foundations.
Advocacy- Spearhead the development and execution of advocacy strategy, ensuring that it is firmly grounded on evidence and a good analysis of our advocacy targets in Kenya and the region while effectively engaging our members, stakeholders and the media.
Membership – Grow and diversify the Society’s membership in a strategic manner, while also strengthening the provision of a range of popular value-add membership services and benefits.
Marketing- Provide overall leadership in the growth, diversification and marketing of Society’s merchandizes and advertisement space in the Swara publication
Digital Media – Oversee, develop and manage all digital media for the Society, including its website, publications, videos and a strategy for social media engagement.
Swara – Ensure timely publication and circulation of high quality Swara Magazine.
Work closely with the Executive Director and the Senior Management Team to ensure that the Society works and delivers impact in a manner that enables it to communicate its work in a strikingly relevant, rich and captivating manner.
Support and facilitate the meetings of the communications, Swara and Fundraising subcommittees of the BoardAny other duties as may be granted by the Management
Qualifications for the Communications Job
BSc/BA and/or MSc/MA in Communications and/or related field from a reputable University Minimum 10 years’ experience in communications nationally and regionally, covering as much as possible the duties and responsibilities outlined above Experience in developing and transforming the visibility of an organization.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including proposal writing, report writing and delivering presentations
Experience in all aspects of fundraising, from developing and managing strategies, plans, budgets and administrative systems A good understanding of advocacy with regards to conservation/ environmental issues
Strong team leadership, people management, interpersonal and networking skills
Ability to convey the Society’s work with confidence and credibility
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Field Officer/Social Worker
Position
The field officer/Social worker will be based primarily in one of the five legal outlets of Haki Mashinani located in the informal settlements including Kamukunji, Kibera, Korogocho and Naivasha.
The legal officer/Social worker will offer advice to clients according to the services offered by Haki Mashinani on civil documentation, land and property issues and business registration.
In coordination with the Legal Department the field officer will manage, organize and facilitate legal trainings to certain target groups in the outlet.
Field Officer/Social Worker Job Key Responsibilities
Screening of clients in the outlet;
Attending to the legal and social needs of clients through consults, case solutions or referrals;
Ensure that cases and consults are recorded in the Case Management System (CMS);
Drafting documents;
Organise and support outreach events / workshops and legal aid trainings and awareness raising for identified groups;
Contribute to a mapping of all Organisations/NGOs, institutions and businesses in the respective area of service provision and identify their areas of service provision;
Take necessary steps to identify new distribution channels and ways to reach clients, including new outlet space;
Provide input to the development of marketing and awareness raising materials;
Required Qualifications for the Field Officer/Social Worker Job
Diploma in law, diploma in community development, diploma in sales and marketing, diploma in social work.
At least one year experience in community work;
Experience in conducting trainings;
Drafting skills in report writing; and
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Programme Manager
Programme Manager Job Qualifications
Must be a Kenyan citizen.
Must be 30 years of age and above.
Born again Christian.
Excellent and demonstrable fundraising skills.
Holds a bachelor’s degree in agriculture field from a reputable University. A master’s degree will be an added advantage.
Appropriate professional experience in a management position (managing all business aspects) preferably within the NGO environment.
Excellent information technology skills.
Strong programme management skills.
Ability to supervise staff below him/her.
Excellent communication (verbal, written and presentation) skills.
Experience in representing organizations and interacting with the media and community.
A good understanding of communities and people in the development sector.
Must have the ability to manage multiple priorities.
An experience in working in animal welfare sector will be an added advantage.
Responsibilities For The Programme Manager Job
You will in a strategic way lead FSK in designing new projects and project areas.
You will co-ordinate all the heads of departments in undertaking fundraising for the programmes of Farming Systems Kenya.
You will undertake fundraising for new and existing programmes of FSK.
You will ensure that the monthly plan and schedule preceded by evaluation of the previous month’s activities are objectively designed and released before the current month’s activities begin.
You will ensure that a detailed implementation plan containing the targets and budgetary Projection for the year is developed by the end of November of each year.
You will ensure that the Heads of departments compile monthly, quarterly and annual reports for their branches in the format that meets the requirements of both FSK and the respective development partners.
You will also coordinate the compilation of the specific periodic donor reports and ensure they are prepared on schedule.
You will ensure that any staff involved in project will compile and document reports which can be shared in national, regional and international workshops.
You will prepare weekly field budgets and ensure prudent and efficient management of the same.
You will keep track of Motor vehicle/Cycle/Tractor repairs and regular service and ensure that the appropriate repair/service is carried out on schedule.
You will however be required to consult with the head of finance department before the repair documents are submitted to the ED or his appointee who must authorize all repairs.
You will also assist the drivers to settle issues that may arise from accidents according to the laid down procedure.
You will back up staff team members in running donkey welfare activities.
Together with the officers carrying out projects, you will be expected to ensure that projects outputs for every project are achieved as per the proposal document and subsequent adjustments that may be made.
You will also coordinate the FSK construction activities.
You will chair the technical departmental meetings where the Programmes Coordinator will be the secretary.
You will also ensure that the heads of programmes departments conduct their departmental meetings routinely to discuss branch affairs.
Enforce staff time management.
Will be called upon to do any other work, as the Executive Director may deem necessary. -
Field Operations Associate
The Position:
Samasource is looking for an Associate to join our Professional Services Team. The Field Operations Associate will support Samasource by working directly with our Partner Delivery Centers on the ground in East Africa. Based in Nairobi, Kenya, the Field Operations Associate will provide a critical interface between Samasource Professional Services management teams and Partner Delivery Centers, and act as an in-region representative of our organization and mission. This position offers a rare opportunity to develop and integrate our organization’s mission and learn about scaling a successful social business model, managing partner relationships, and developing a startup social enterprise first-hand.
Your role will be to assist the International Alliances Manager with the following responsibilities as assigned:
Serve as a point-of-contact for Delivery Center partners.
Conduct on-site and remote training for Delivery Center staff on project related BPO operational processes to ensure project success.
Document and improve Delivery Center project related operational processes.
Engage with the Delivery Centers:
Collect day-to-day feedback, concerns, risks
Communicate any important update (general or project related)
Maintain accurate records regarding DC (worker count, worker background, ratios, attrition, etc)
Provide operational and logistical support to Samasource Professional Services team and management from field.
Conduct research on current ICT trends in developing economies
Support internal reporting of our Field Operations data, present progress and findings
Leverage insights from your analyses to drive our business model as we scale
Support Samasource field operations initiatives
Work closely with the Impact team and Professional Services team to continuously improve general framework for Samasource’s global field management program
Your Profile:
BA/BSc preferred
BPO, or startup experience preferred
Demonstrated ability to efficiently problem-solve, research issues and conduct preliminary analysis to help inform decisions
Ability to effectively communicate with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures
Demonstrated ability to adapt to new technologies, software and technical tools
Must be comfortable working independently in the field and provide leadership to the Delivery Center owners and workers to improve their results and processes
Ease in working in an unstructured, fast-paced environment with reliable execution, timelines and strong communication skills
Proven ability to efficiently problem-solve, research issues and conduct preliminary analysis to help inform Project decisions
Commitment to Samasource’s mission.
Spend around 75% of the time at the DCs.
Proficient with Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, etc.), familiarity with social media and online tools preferred
High level of energy and proven ability to do what it takes to get things done
High level of integrity
Fluency in English and Kiswahili