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  • Director – Clients Service

    Director – Clients Service

    Job description
    Job Summary
    The jobholder is responsible for overseeing and providing policy and operational guidance to Client Services directorate.
    Key Responsibilities

    Ensure development of valuable partnerships with organizations in view to generating quality KCIC brand and outsource some of KCICs services;
    Identify and prioritize focus areas in emerging client needs;
    Structure the business advisory process for incubation, acceleration and exit/alumni;
    Nurture early stage enterprises through product development, customer acquisition and revenue generation support;
    Create a mechanism for mentorship and networking through engaging experts, potential investors, and business contacts;
    Providing guidance on establishment of adequate quality client base;
    Ensure relevant training and technical assistance are constantly made available to clients;
    Develop investor networks for KCIC;
    Enhance client access to appropriate financing in proposal development for grants and Investment Program;
    Drive performance management and target based staff evaluations;
    Coach, mentor and develop the client service team staff, as well as identify areas of development for the team;
    Develop the annual Client Services operational and capital budgets;
    Plan, coordinate and execute the annual budget processes for the department;
    Ensure adherence to all KCIC policies and procedures by the client service team; and
    Prepare relevant reports to manmagment, KCIC board, donors and other stake holders.

    Key Competencies

    Significant local knowledge and networks with a demonstrated ability to grasp and adapt to the Kenyan early-stage investing and entrepreneurial context;
    Entrepreneurial mind-set/approach;
    Strong developer of teams and ability to embrace leadership principles and promote staff engagement and well-being.
    Strong ability to raise the profile and visibility of KCIC both locally and internationally
    Leadership skills for the implementation of set work plans;
    Team management and negotiation skills;
    Understanding, exposure and interest in financing in small and growing businesses;
    Ability to network and develop relationships with investors, financial institutions, fund managers and potential businesses;
    Experience in driving and leading fundraising
    Passion and ability to drive clean-tech entrepreneurship;
    Positive attitude, integrity, enthusiasm, professionalism and strong work ethics.
    Membership to professional bodies.

    Qualifications

    Minimum of a Masters’ degree in a relevant business discipline;
    Minimum 10 years of relevant business experience, with at least 5 years in a management/leadership position at the helm of business.

  • Procurement & Logistics Officer

    Procurement & Logistics Officer

    Key Responsibilities for the Procurement & Logistics Officer Jobs
    Preparation, co-ordination and implementation of consolidated annual procurement plans and ensure user departments adhere to it in line with approved budgets;
    Formulate the Value for Money (VFM) framework to inform the organization procurement
    Preparation of Request for proposal documents
    Provide logistical support for project activities; including transport for client visits, events such as workshops, meetings, etc.
    Coordinate the receipt, opening and evaluation of quotations, tenders, or proposals for goods, services or works;
    Preparation and management of contracts in liaison with the Finance and Admin manager for its legality and ensure proper authorization in accordance with KCIC policies;
    Ensuring user departments adhere to procurement plans in line with budgets;
    Carrying out market surveys, monitor and evaluate performance of the supply chain function;
    Ensuring sound partnerships with suppliers and clients;
    Ensuring timely, efficient and effective procurement of goods, services and works, while strictly adhering to the procurement policy;
    Establishing in liaison with the relevant departments and end-users, quality specifications of goods and services required by KCIC;
    Carrying out designated checks on quality and security aspects of procurement;
    Reviewing the supply chain to ensure it is efficient and effective;
    Managing the annual supplier pre-qualification exercise;
    Managing the disposal of obsolete and disposable items with authorization from the Finance and Admin Manager.
    Secretary to the Bid Evaluation Committee; collate and present procurement documentation to the relevant
    Tender and Disposals Committees for adjudication and award;
    Prepare supplier’s contracts and purchase orders and submit for approval;
    Maintain files and records for all procurement processes, tenders, procurement evaluations, contracts,
    Purchase orders and all correspondences relating to the procurements;
    Submit procurement documents, contract and LPOs for payment processing;
    Facilitate the annual procurement audit and other procurement reviews.
    Facilitate for insurance cover for all assets and equipment for KCIC.
    Minimum Academic Qualifications
    A Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management or its equivalent from a recognized University.
    Diploma in Procurement and Supplies Management and membership to Kenya Institute of Supplies Management.
    Four (4) years experience in procurement in a large organization;
    Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
    Good at negotiating, networking and dealing with numbers;
    Planning and Organizing – Sets clear and achievable goals consistent with agreed priorities for self and others
    Professionalism – Masters subject matter related to responsibilities
    Teamwork – Actively contributes to an effective, collegial, and agreeable team environment

  • Sustainability Initiatives Officer Client Services Director

    Sustainability Initiatives Officer Client Services Director

    Reporting to: Manager, Corporate Services
    Job Summary: The KCIC ‘Sustainability Initiative Officer’ supports achievement of the objectives set out in the KCIC Sustainability Initiative.
    The role supports the delivery of key sustainability strategies, projects and programs while contributing to the development of new initiatives.
    Under the direction of the Clients Services Director, the jobholder is responsible for developing, planning, and managing programs and developing policies that will revolve around awareness creation, building and supporting networks and communities of practice, supervision of consultants and support for capacity building efforts, overseeing research, convening the initiative’s think tank and management of short-to-long term sustainability projects from time to time.
    The role will require a candidate who has a strong ability to develop key relationships to assist in assessing sustainability challenges and opportunities for action across diverse sectors and project portfolios.
    This role will focus on supporting the successful implementation of KCIC’s sustainability strategy pillars while providing transformational leadership in achieving key organisational goals through leading and building a high performing sustainability team.
    Success in this position is dependent on relevant technical expertise, strong project management and communication skills and ability to prepare and present technical reports.
    The ideal candidate will be able to negotiate, influence and consult with a wide range of stakeholders on various sustainability strategies and interventions.
    Core Duties and Responsibilities

    Develops long and short-term strategic plans, recommending policy and organizational changes needed to advance sustainability initiatives;
    Forms trusted and effective relationships and partnerships, and the manages such partnerships in a way that leads to mutual benefit in the implementation of sustainability programs and projects;
    Coordinate sustainability outreach programs – including but not limited to speakers, events, workshops, etc.;
    Tracks relevant information and available resources, staying up to date with the rapidly changing field through publications, memberships, electronic services as well as formal and informal networks;
    Oversees implementation of current internal sustainability programs such as, the KCIC Sustainability Policy;
    Develop reports or presentations to communicate the effectiveness of sustainability initiatives;
    Markets and promotes KCIC sustainability initiative’s efforts through communication platforms including: website content, newsletter development, brochures, social media, and other promotional materials and/or publications;
    Design and produce visually engaging materials for effective message communication in print, online, posters, marketing, etc.;
    Take lead on the process of policy making and government relationship with relevant government offices that have impacts to the sustainability initiative;
    Assesses & develop strategy to influence policy and produce relevant policy papers that have impacts on sustainability;
    Develops and implements external relation strategies to profile KCIC and the sustainability initiative to secure funding and enable policy development to support development and growth of initiative;
    Educate businesses and national/local government on the important role of sustainability principles and practices relevant to their business. Influence businesses to adopt the relevant sustainability principles and practices to their business operations in relation to SDGs and Paris Climate Accord;
    Manages the implementation and monitors progress of projects that improve the organization’s impact on Kenya’s sustainability agenda, with the intent to enhance environmental integrity, social equity and economic prosperity;
    Provides input to the Initiative’s sustainability vision and strategy based on current practices, technology and policy; provides guidance on best and next practice for projects in sustainability awareness creation and other sectors;
    Assess or propose sustainability initiatives, considering factors such as cost effectiveness, technical feasibility, and acceptance;
    Actively identifies and cultivates untapped opportunities to improve the programs within the sustainability initiative, through personal motivation to develop and enhance sustainable practices;
    Identify or procure needed resources to implement sustainability programs or projects;
    Create or maintain plans or other documents related to sustainability projects;
    Provide technical or administrative support for sustainability programs or issues;
    Researches best practices of sustainability;
    Suggests and implements management solutions to address new or on-going sustainability challenges within the organization and beyond;
    Serves as the initiative’s representative at conferences and meetings;
    Performs related duties and fulfils responsibilities as required;

    Requirements, Knowledge and Experience

    Master’s Degree or equivalent in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Development Studies, Social Sciences, Policy or Planning or related field.
    Five years of experience in project management especially donor funded projects or related experience within the specialty of the degree.
    Demonstrated dedication to sustainable practice, function, and lifestyle.
    Strong organizational, observational, research, and data collection skills.
    Knowledge of Sustainability theories, business practices, and local, national and global initiatives.
    Experience and skills at managing process projects, and cross-functional teams, and in facilitating group processes and meetings, as well as in change management.
    Highly motivated and self-directed, comfortable working both independently and as part of a team, willing and able to assume a high level of responsibility for a project from start to finish, show initiative to seize and develop new opportunities, and persistence with organizational change.
    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, demonstrating tact and diplomacy to consistently interact effectively and flexibly with diverse groups of people including executive management, donors, government representatives, clients and the public is essential.
    Ability to work autonomously with a high degree of creativity and leadership skills.
    Ability to manage multiple projects at once by demonstrating effective resource and project planning, decision making, organizational skills and results delivery.
    Knowledge of the principles and practices of public/government organizations;
    Ability to prepare and present professional, comprehensive written and oral reports and recommendations.
    Ability to analyze and interpret and present data.
    Experience in multi-project management and reporting experience and preparation of reports for diverse audiences.
    Expertise in reporting frameworks including EU, UKAid and USAID.
    Experience in report writing and development of annual reports and impact, editing, development of infographics and supporting top level management in making sharp and impactful presentations for conferences and high level events.

    Other Competencies / Skills

    Demonstrated skills in project planning implementation and budgeting.
    Professionally interact with internal and external stakeholders, whilst building key relationships that will assist in positive outcomes.
    High level of relationship management skills to build relationships with key partners and stakeholders.
    Proven experience in managing projects.
    Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, meet tight deadlines and handle multiple tasks.
    Handle the team and projects with a high-level of professionalism and diplomacy.

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  • Sustainability Initiative Officer

    Sustainability Initiative Officer

    Job description
    Job Summary
    The KCIC ‘Sustainability Initiative Officer’ supports achievement of the objectives set out in the KCIC Sustainability Initiative. The role supports the delivery of key sustainability strategies, projects and programs while contributing to the development of new initiatives. Under the direction of the Clients Services Director, the jobholder is responsible for developing, planning, and managing programs and developing policies that will revolve around awareness creation, building and supporting networks and communities of practice, supervision of consultants and support for capacity building efforts, overseeing research, convening the initiative’s think tank and management of short-to-long term sustainability projects from time to time.
    The role will require a candidate who has a strong ability to develop key relationships to assist in assessing sustainability challenges and opportunities for action across diverse sectors and project portfolios. This role will focus on supporting the successful implementation of KCIC’s sustainability strategy pillars while providing transformational leadership in achieving key organisational goals through leading and building a high performing sustainability team. Success in this position is dependent on relevant technical expertise, strong project management and communication skills and ability to prepare and present technical reports.
    The ideal candidate will be able to negotiate, influence and consult with a wide range of stakeholders on various sustainability strategies and interventions.
    Core Duties and Responsibilities

    Develops long and short-term strategic plans, recommending policy and organizational changes needed to advance sustainability initiatives;
    Forms trusted and effective relationships and partnerships, and the manages such partnerships in a way that leads to mutual benefit in the implementation of sustainability programs and projects;
    Coordinate sustainability outreach programs – including but not limited to speakers, events, workshops, etc.;
    Tracks relevant information and available resources, staying up to date with the rapidly changing field through publications, memberships, electronic services as well as formal and informal networks;
    Oversees implementation of current internal sustainability programs such as, the KCIC Sustainability Policy;
    Develop reports or presentations to communicate the effectiveness of sustainability initiatives;
    Markets and promotes KCIC sustainability initiative’s efforts through communication platforms including: website content, newsletter development, brochures, social media, and other promotional materials and/or publications;
    Design and produce visually engaging materials for effective message communication in print, online, posters, marketing, etc.;
    Take lead on the process of policy making and government relationship with relevant government offices that have impacts to the sustainability initiative;
    Assesses & develop strategy to influence policy and produce relevant policy papers that have impacts on sustainability;
    Develops and implements external relation strategies to profile KCIC and the sustainability initiative to secure funding and enable policy development to support development and growth of initiative;
    Educate businesses and national/local government on the important role of sustainability principles and practices relevant to their business. Influence businesses to adopt the relevant sustainability principles and practices to their business operations in relation to SDGs and Paris Climate Accord;
    Manages the implementation and monitors progress of projects that improve the organization’s impact on Kenya’s sustainability agenda, with the intent to enhance environmental integrity, social equity and economic prosperity;
    Provides input to the Initiative’s sustainability vision and strategy based on current practices, technology and policy; provides guidance on best and next practice for projects in sustainability awareness creation and other sectors;
    Assess or propose sustainability initiatives, considering factors such as cost effectiveness, technical feasibility, and acceptance;
    Actively identifies and cultivates untapped opportunities to improve the programs within the sustainability initiative, through personal motivation to develop and enhance sustainable practices;
    Identify or procure needed resources to implement sustainability programs or projects;
    Create or maintain plans or other documents related to sustainability projects;
    Provide technical or administrative support for sustainability programs or issues;
    Researches best practices of sustainability;
    Suggests and implements management solutions to address new or on-going sustainability challenges within the organization and beyond;
    Serves as the initiative’s representative at conferences and meetings;
    Performs related duties and fulfils responsibilities as required;

    Requirements, Knowledge and Experience

    Master’s Degree or equivalent in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Development Studies, Social Sciences, Policy or Planning or related field.
    Five years of experience in project management especially donor funded projects or related experience within the specialty of the degree.
    Demonstrated dedication to sustainable practice, function, and lifestyle.
    Strong organizational, observational, research, and data collection skills.
    Knowledge of Sustainability theories, business practices, and local, national and global initiatives.
    Experience and skills at managing process projects, and cross-functional teams, and in facilitating group processes and meetings, as well as in change management.
    Highly motivated and self-directed, comfortable working both independently and as part of a team, willing and able to assume a high level of responsibility for a project from start to finish, show initiative to seize and develop new opportunities, and persistence with organizational change.
    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, demonstrating tact and diplomacy to consistently interact effectively and flexibly with diverse groups of people including executive management, donors, government representatives, clients and the public is essential.
    Ability to work autonomously with a high degree of creativity and leadership skills.
    Ability to manage multiple projects at once by demonstrating effective resource and project planning, decision making, organizational skills and results delivery.
    Knowledge of the principles and practices of public/government organizations;
    Ability to prepare and present professional, comprehensive written and oral reports and recommendations.
    Ability to analyze and interpret and present data.
    Experience in multi-project management and reporting experience and preparation of reports for diverse audiences.
    Expertise in reporting frameworks including EU, UKAid and USAID.
    Experience in report writing and development of annual reports and impact, editing, development of infographics and supporting top level management in making sharp and impactful presentations for conferences and high level events.

    Other competencies/skills

    Demonstrated skills in project planning implementation and budgeting.
    Professionally interact with internal and external stakeholders, whilst building key relationships that will assist in positive outcomes.
    High level of relationship management skills to build relationships with key partners and stakeholders.
    Proven experience in managing projects.
    Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, meet tight deadlines and handle multiple tasks.
    Handle the team and projects with a high-level of professionalism and diplomacy..

    Closing date for applications is Friday 26th January 2018. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

  • Access to Finance Manager

    Access to Finance Manager

    Job description
    Job Summary
    The jobholder is responsible for incubating early stage and growth stage innovations, prudent management of Proof of Concept (POC) funding and clients’ access to early stage and growth stage funding.
    Key Responsibilities

    Provide financial analysis, accounting and business model review support to clients in the context of supporting climate technology innovators;
    Oversee market feasibility studies and KCIC investment roadmaps;
    Development of financial and statistical investment models to support investment in green tech innovations;
    In charge of the investment readiness development program:
    Educate and inform startups about the fundraising journey;
    Use a mix of high touch, online and in-person delivery models to teach business model articulation and build investment collateral;
    Analysis of each participating client and a need assessment carried out to decide what gaps need to be filled to make them “Investment Ready”;
    Review of the clients’ business plans with an investor’s mindset;
    Preparation of revenue generation models and Financial models that capture different business cycles (sensitivity analysis/assumptions);
    Preparation of the Investor pitch / slide deck;
    Justifiable request/ask on funding;
    Coaching on “Selling” strategy;
    Manage the clients exit strategies;
    Run high quality showcase events for exposure to investors, funders and sector experts;
    Create useful connections across the value chain;
    Liaising with early stage investment fund managers to facilitate financing to KCIC’s innovations;
    Provide guidance in interacting with potential SME innovators to originate new investments for KCIC;
    Attract growth equity and venture capital by proactively developing KCIC’s pipeline of investors/financiers;
    Oversee provision of late stage liquidity services to supported incubates;
    Source and support investor programs including peer-to-peer learning;
    Identify economic and industry trends, and customer demands;
    Advice on capital management, and financing options to clients;
    Develop strategy for follow-on financing for “successful” POC Cases.
    Grants Administration
    Responsible for overseeing and ensuring the effective management of all grant activities in the Proof of Concept (POC) funding;
    Strict adherence to the POC eligibility & evaluation criteria;
    Educate project and project support staff on donor requirements, operational issues, regulations, policies/procedures, as it relates to financial management of assigned projects; and
    Ensure funds are disbursed in accordance with the signed Grant Agreement.
    Work closely with director client services on preparing amendments to an existing POC Agreement for approval;
    Conduct risk assessment reviews for clients proposed for POC grant award
    Ensure timely and effective POC funding disbursement and management.
    Implementation of Early Stage Financing Mechanism (ESFM)
    The ESFM addresses the seed stage financing gap by providing the bridge between early stage KCIC like support and concessional and commercial financing. Investments are mainly driven by strategic objectives to catalyze the market and the financial imperative for the ESFM to demonstrate a commercial investment model.
    The ESFM provides funding in debt, equity and hybrid instruments on a case-by-case basis to bridge the gap faced by early stage companies when raising funding.
    The manager will be responsible for overseeing all activities revolving around ESFM funding which include but not limited to:
    Scoping for potential investment opportunities;
    Ensuring adherence to eligibility and evaluation criteria including proper due diligence process;
    Ensuring proper approvals are obtained before disbursements; and
    Provision of necessary support to the investee companies;

    Key Competencies

    Minimum 6 years of relevant experience and knowledge in clean-tech entrepreneurship sector, new venture initiation or lean start-up methodology with 4 years in a management/leadership capacity;
    Commitment, drive and self-motivation, with a passion for ‘clean tech space’ and desire to help scale up Clean Tech businesses;
    Ability to work with independence and flexibility;
    Significant local knowledge and networks;
    Effective written and oral communication and interpersonal skills;
    Ability to think strategically and creatively;
    Good negotiation, mentorship and coaching skills; and
    Ability to work both as part of a team and independently.

    Qualifications

    Post Graduate Degree in Business related areas;
    Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or business related degree; and
    Professional Certification in Accounting or Financial Analysis certification such as CPA, ACCA, CISA, ICM, GARP or CFA.

  • Director – Clients Service

    Director – Clients Service

    Job description
    Job Summary
    The jobholder is responsible for overseeing and providing policy and operational guidance to Client Services directorate.
    Key Responsibilities

    Ensure development of valuable partnerships with organizations in view to generating quality KCIC brand and outsource some of KCICs services;
    Identify and prioritize focus areas in emerging client needs;
    Structure the business advisory process for incubation, acceleration and exit/alumni;
    Nurture early stage enterprises through product development, customer acquisition and revenue generation support;
    Create a mechanism for mentorship and networking through engaging experts, potential investors, and business contacts;
    Providing guidance on establishment of adequate quality client base;
    Ensure relevant training and technical assistance are constantly made available to clients;
    Develop investor networks for KCIC;
    Enhance client access to appropriate financing in proposal development for grants and Investment Program;
    Drive performance management and target based staff evaluations;
    Coach, mentor and develop the client service team staff, as well as identify areas of development for the team;
    Develop the annual Client Services operational and capital budgets;
    Plan, coordinate and execute the annual budget processes for the department;
    Ensure adherence to all KCIC policies and procedures by the client service team; and
    Prepare relevant reports to manmagment, KCIC board, donors and other stake holders.

    Key Competencies

    Significant local knowledge and networks with a demonstrated ability to grasp and adapt to the Kenyan early-stage investing and entrepreneurial context;
    Entrepreneurial mind-set/approach;
    Strong developer of teams and ability to embrace leadership principles and promote staff engagement and well-being.
    Strong ability to raise the profile and visibility of KCIC both locally and internationally
    Leadership skills for the implementation of set work plans;
    Team management and negotiation skills;
    Understanding, exposure and interest in financing in small and growing businesses;
    Ability to network and develop relationships with investors, financial institutions, fund managers and potential businesses;
    Experience in driving and leading fundraising
    Passion and ability to drive clean-tech entrepreneurship;
    Positive attitude, integrity, enthusiasm, professionalism and strong work ethics.
    Membership to professional bodies.

    Qualifications

    Minimum of a Masters’ degree in a relevant business discipline;
    Minimum 10 years of relevant business experience, with at least 5 years in a management/leadership position at the helm of business.