Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in finance or procurement required. Master’s degree in relevant field preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of experience managing financial and procurement policies of development projects in developing or transition countries, especially in East Africa; experience implementing USAID programs preferred
Knowledge of the USAID project cycle, agency policies, regulations reporting requirements for financial management and procurement
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
Professional-level fluency in written and spoken English
Strong teamwork and effective cross-cultural interpersonal skills
Demonstrated professional excellence, excellent writing ability, and ability to resolve sensitive and complicated work issues with senior high-level country counterparts, donor representatives, and senior-level staff.
High-level of proficiency with MS Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Working knowledge of budget management software required.
Responsibilities
The Finance and Operations Manager will be based in East Africa and will maintain all administrative and financial records for the project and prepare reports in compliance with USAID and Kaizen policies
Establish and manage financial and procurement systems and a set of protocols that enable transparency, accountability, and accuracy.
S/he will negotiate agreements with sub-grantees and subcontractors and undertake all the necessary financial administration of sub-grants and sub-contracts. S/he will provide training, as necessary, forstaff and partners in aspects related to financial systems, protocols, and policies.
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Marketing and PR Associate Technical Facilities Manager Spanish Speaking Sales Consultant Commercial Manager
The successful candidate MUST have experience in devising and implementing marketing strategies to support business objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
• Handling PR agencies/function.• Be conversant with online/social media marketing.• Devising and implementing marketing strategies to support business objectives• Budgeting.• Printing of collats and display.• Track, measure and communicate results of branding & communication efforts.• Develop a local vendor pool of digital and offset printers, merchandisers, fabricators.• Develop local media relations.
Qualifications:
• Must have a Master’s degree in communication/Bachelors of Mass Media.• Must have a minimum of 3-5 years of holistic Marketing & Communication experience.• Must have experience in the Communications value chain–PR, Branding, Promotions, Website, Events.• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.• Excellent written and oral communication skills.• Above par negotiation skills.• Extrovert with good inter-personal skills.• Should be willing to travel extensively to EA markets like Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, Ethiopia etc.
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Field Team Leader Field Operation Engineer Network Operation Center Manager Senior Manager Quality Engineer
Reporting to the SENIOR MANAGER – Network Operations the position holder will be responsible for end to end Fault Management in technology which includes Alarm Monitoring – NoC, First Level troubleshooting and resolution – EM, Trouble Ticket Management and Preventive, People management. The holder of the role will also manage the vendor at operations level. Execution of all SLAs and Preventive maintenance on Network Elements across the network.
Responsibilities for the Team Leader Job
People Management
Manage the performance of staff in the section, define performance indicators, assign tasks, and define goals and objectives for the staff develop the skill base of the staff assigned, motivate, discipline, and recommend reward of staff.
Manage fuelling:
Ensure that fuel within cluster is documented as per the quantities using WFM, check on high fuel consumption gensets, zero fuel theft,
PM Management:
Coordinate preventive maintenance as per schedule and meet the SLAs
EM Management:, Manage the sectional team to respond to faults and any other escalations 24/7
He/She should have good understanding of what PM & EM entails in detail including the elements
Requirements for the Team Leader Job
Degree or diploma in Electrical and Electronics engineering or Telecoms engineer
3 years of work experience in telecoms preferably in a GSM environment, field operations or network
management, 1 year of which should be in a a 24 hour working environment;
Highly analytical with strong reporting and presentation skills.
Excellent in verbal and written skills
Mature disposition with HIGH integrity
Attention to detail
Ability to work effectively under time constraints and deliver results within critical timelines
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Public Health Supply Chain Analyst
Responsibilities for the Public Health Supply Chain Analyst Job
Provide analytical support both internally and externally to projects, new business opportunities, and proposals through: gathering and interpreting relevant data; investigating problems, finding root causes, and developing solutions; generating reports for internal and external partners; and exploring and adapting visuals and analytics to support all projects.
Participate in developing data-driven frameworks and analytical models that can drive improvement in supply chain in Kenya and other countries regionally with a particular focus on driving demand for quantification.
Learn and master curriculum development, and technical and meeting facilitation skills
Work collaboratively with the MOH, counties and project team to build, test and refine a set of innovative tools and management approaches to guide supply chain improvement in selected counties in Kenya, and other countries regionally using a combination of regular travel to counties as well as innovative communication methods to provide support and guidance.
Conduct analysis using various frameworks and models and refine as appropriate.
Participate in shaping the project monitoring approach using existing data and processes that supports and complements the Results Framework and participate in regular data review and analysis
Serve as a technical resource or participate in direct technical work for implementing supply chain improvement strategies and management approaches in Kenya and regionally
Support implementation of county supply chain improvement plans and in completing deliverables (e.g., data analysis, data use, dashboard development, tool development, technical reports, technical assistance reports, progress reports) as necessary, and monitor and ensure accountability for completion of other deliverables.
Proactively and regularly communicate and coordinate with project team members on progress of project activities
Participate in routine technical calls and meetings with the project team.
Serve as a representative of inSupply, including participation in working groups. Give and attend debriefings and seminars as a project representative; report on key information to other project staff members.
Support documentation of processes, success and sharing of lessons learned within the project.
Provide administrative support to the technical teams for workshops, trainings and meetings
Travel within Kenya and the region to guide and support implementation of the project objectives.
Qualifications for the Public Health Supply Chain Analyst Job
Undergraduate degree in pharmacy, public health or related field
Strong quantitative and analytical skills, including experience with mining, analysis, interpretation and presentation and visualization of data.
Excellent oral and written communication, presentation, and organizational skills
Proven ability to work as part of an internationally diverse team and to be self-managing
Ability to work comfortably in the MS Office package, specifically MSWord, Excel, Access, Visio, and PowerPoint.
Familiarity and skills with using excel for analysis, statistical software and/or data visualization software highly desirable
Ability to travel 40%-50% time, in Kenya, regionally, and internationally
The following qualifications are desirable:
Experience with quantitative supply chain modeling approaches
Experience in applying supply chain metrics and bench marking
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Social Media Manager Strategy & Marketing Analyst Head of Software Development
The ideal candidate must be very passionate about style & fashion.
Key Requirements
Background degree in Marketing, Communication or Technology
Solid experience with social media.
Solid experience in design and digital marketing.
Strong communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Suite Office.
Organized, with an ability to prioritize time-sensitive assignments.
Creative and passionate about style & fashion.
Strong analytical, communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to peak Hindu, Pujambi or Guajarati is plus.
Key Responsibilities:
Monitor and post on blogs, forums, and social networks.
Any other task assigned.
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Chairperson Members on the Council
STATE DEPARTMENT OF UNIVERSITY EDUCATIONMINISTRY OF EDUCATIONVacancies have arisen in the Governing Councils, for the position of Chairpersons, in the following public universities and constituent university college: -1) University of Nairobi2) Kenyatta University3) Moi University4) Dedan Kimathi University5) Taita Taveta University6) Pwani University7) Technical University of Mombasa8) Technical University of Kenya9) Kisii University10) University of Eldoret11) Chuka University12) Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology13) Maasai Mara University14) Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology15) Egerton University16) Laikipia University17) Maseno University18) Meru University Science and technology19) University of Kabianga20) Karatina University21) Turkana University CollegeThe Ministry of Education invokes the provisions of Section 36 (1) of the Universities Act 2012 which, among others, provides that the council of a public university or constituent college shall consist of nine members as follows:1. Chairperson2. The Principal Secretary for the Ministry responsible for Education3. The Principal Secretary for the Ministry responsible for Finance4. Five (5) members appointed by the Cabinet Secretary through an open process and5. The Vice Chancellor, who shall be an ex-officio member of the council.Applications are invited for the following positions in each of the above-mentioned councils:1. ChairpersonCandidates for the position of the Chairperson shall be holders of a PhD from a university recognized in Kenya.
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GM
The person would be responsible for
Supervising the strategy and business plan of the various business units.
Monitor the monthly progress of the various units.
Give hands on support to manage and be responsible for the top line and bottom line of the company.
Should be able to identify and work with key partners
Should be able to assist various units with interaction with key clients including government agencies.
Lead geographical expansion of the organization
Identify growth potential and work with business units to fulfill the potential
Assist various units on key account acquisition
Maintain relationships with key customers.
Provide direction to the human resource of the units and ensure adequate skill in the organization through skill equation and training.
Responsible for the top line of the organization
Responsible to ensure budgets are made and adhered to. ensure optimal asset utilization of the various units including intra company deployment
Ensure transparency and effectiveness of management through deployment of process and continuous improvement in process and system
Lead the IT deployment to ensure that the company’s functions are efficient and controls are maintained
Ensure that there is succession planning for the key functions in the organization.
Should be an Engineering graduate. Additional management degree would be preferred.
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Navigation Services Director Air Transport & Economic Manager ANS & Aerodomes Standards Manager Government & Industry Affairs Manager Business Development Manager Finance & Administration Registrar Chief Analyst Assistant Registrar Senior Analyst Senior Human Capital Officer Air Transport Statistician Caretaker Aircraft Engineer Consultant
To plan and control the operations of Air Navigation Services in accordance with international air navigation standards and on sound economic principles
Responsibilities for the Navigation Services Director Job
The officer will be responsible to the Director General for planning and controlling the operation of Air Navigation Services in accordance with International Air Navigation Standards and on Sound Economic Principles.
Developing and overseeing the implementation of policies, procedures and strategies for the Air Navigation Services Directorate;
Developing, interpreting and effectively implementing air navigation safety standards;
Coordinating collection of data and monitoring trends in the global navigation and safety standards;
Ensuring provision of safe, efficient and orderly flow of air traffi within the Kenyan airspace;
Developing and overseeing the implementation of work plans, targets and budgets for the directorate;
Ensuring that the Authority acquires and maintains the requisite equipment to facilitate efficient Air navigation services;
Overseeing the formulation and implementation of Civil Aviation Technical Standards;
Ensuring the planning and development of aeronautical network within the Kenyan airspace;
Developing the capacity and appraising staff of the directorate.
Qualifications for the Navigation Services Director Job
A Master’s Degree from a recognized university in any of the following fields:
Civil Aviation, Engineering, physical science or equivalent qualification.
Advanced professional qualification in Communication, Navigation,
Surveillance systems or Air Traffic Management.
Experience
At least 10 years relevant work experience in a large Civil Aviation or equivalent Organization.
At least 3 years minimum experience in a senior position (General Manager or manager in Engineering/Communications services or Air Traffic Management or Air Navigation Service operations or any other similar post(s).
Knowledge and skills
Knowledge of international Civil Aviation (ICAO) Regulations, Procedures and Practices.
Proven ability and skills in management and operational experience in Air
Traffic Management or technical experience in Communication, Navigation and Surveillance.
Demonstrated high standards of professional competence and administrative ability for direction, management and control of Air Navigation Services.
Proven leadership qualities, integrity, transparency and accountability.
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Senior JavaScript Developer
Your primary focus will be on developing user interface components and implementing following well-known React.js workflows (such as Flux or Redux).You will ensure that these components and the overall application are robust and easy to maintain. You will coordinate with the rest of the team working on different layers of the infrastructure. Therefore, a commitment to collaborative problem solving, sophisticated design, and quality product is important.You will also be a member in the team to drive innovation and embracing on new technologies to deliver cutting edge solutions for our clients.
Responsibilities
• Developing new user-facing features using React.js• Building reusable components and front-end libraries for future use• Translating designs and wireframes into high quality code• Optimizing components for maximum performance across a vast array of web-capable devices and browsers
Skills
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript, including DOM manipulation and the JavaScript object model• Thorough understanding of React.js and its core principles• Experience with popular React.js workflows (such as Flux, Redux, MobX)• Familiarity with newer specifications of EcmaScript• Experience with data structure libraries (e.g., Immutable.js)• Knowledge of isomorphic React is a plus• Familiarity with RESTful APIs• Knowledge of modern authorization mechanisms, such as JSON Web Token• Familiarity with modern front-end build pipelines and tools• Experience with common front-end development tools such as Babel, Webpack, NPM, etc.• Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into technical requirements• A knack for benchmarking and optimization• Familiarity with Git• Experience with NodeJS is a strong plus! -
Senior M&E
Overall Purpose of the Job: The Senior M&E Officer is responsible for implementing a sound monitoring and evaluation system in line with the programme objectives and approach and compliant with IFAD’s Results and Impact Management Systems (RIMS) and the GoK National Integrated Monitoring and Evaluation System (NIMES). The Officer will also be in charge of learning and knowledge management.
Duties / activities / deliverables:
Review and updating of the programme’s M&E framework (including targets and indicators), in consultation with implementing partners and programme technical staff;
Liaising with implementing partners and programme technical staff;
Ensuring timely and quality reporting from all implementing partners, technical service providers as well as partner financial institutions;
Responsible for the consolidation and analysis of reports and data submitted under all subcomponents by the implementing partners, technical service providers and partner financial institutions;
In consultation with the Programme Coordinator, will be responsible for compiling and distributing the Programme’s periodic progress reports;
In consultation with the Programme Coordinator, will be responsible for organizing and facilitating the Annual Review Workshops, AWPB Workshops, supervision missions and other technical backstopping missions;
In collaboration with the implementing partners and programme technical staff, will coordinate PROFIT’s Poverty Scorecard exercise and any special studies, as may be deemed necessary;
Liaison with the Nairobi based IFAD Knowledge Management Officer and the management of the different implementing partners for effective linkages and information exchange;
Providing technical backstopping to implementing partners when preparing, reviewing and revising the activity-based annual work plans and budgets and ensuring compliance with the Programme’s implementation approach and objectives;
Providing technical input for the recruitment of external technical assistance (i.e. consultants, civil society and private sector) and ensuring their outputs comply with contractual arrangements;
Compilation of Programme Completion Report.
Undertaking any other assignment as may be assigned by the Programme Coordinator.
Requirements / Qualifications:
Masters degree in a relevant social science field from a recognised university. A post graduate diploma/certificate in MIS or M&E would be an advantage;
A minimum of seven years’ experience of working in the field of Rural Finance and M&E, three of which should be in a senior position;
A sound knowledge of participatory M&E approaches and techniques;
Sound knowledge in the development of performance indicators;
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in monitoring rural finance programmes/projects;
Knowledge of agriculture value chains (cereals, dairy, livestock and horticulture) an added advantage;
Knowledge of public service sector and working experience with international donor projects an added advantage;
Reporting: This position reports to the Programme Coordinator, PROFIT.