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Job Experience: Experience of 2 – 5 years

  • Deputy Director – Finance and Administration

    Deputy Director – Finance and Administration

    Reporting to the Executive Director, the Deputy Director in charge of Finance & Administration will oversee finance, administrative, procurement, logistics and human resources functions for LUH-Africa, ensuring effective and compliant financial management and operations for the seamless implementation of program activities. S/he will lead collaboration between technical and operations staff. In addition, he/she will be responsible for enhancing financial reporting and analysis systems to provide accurate and timely financial information to the management.

    Main Duties &Responsibilities:
    Financial Management

    Oversee the organization’s budget, ensuring that financial resources are allocated appropriately, and monitoring spending to stay within the approved budget.
    Prepare cash projections for all the programs including admin.
    Collaborate with LUH-Africa management to develop budgets, financial strategies and long-term financial plans to support the organization’s goals and objectives.
    Maintain accurate and timely financial information and ensure cost control of all tasks and assignments to achieve the project objectives.
    Ensure that all financial reports and statements are developed and presented financial information to the management and relevant stakeholders.
    Prepare expenditure analysis for all the activities of the organization.
    Review all vouchers prepared by the accountant/finance officer (disbursement, receipt and general journal vouchers) for expenditures and ensure that expenses are reasonable, allowable and allocable as per the approved budget.
    Coordinate payment of invoices ensuring that they are cleared within a set timeframe.
    Review and approve fund request to ensure accountability
    Take part in resource mobilization by participating in proposal writing advising the management on finance and administration part of it.

    Procurement

    Coordinate and oversee program tendering and procurement activities ensuring strict compliance with procurement policy and donor regulations
    Ensure that procurement of goods and services is carried out and documented in compliance with the local laws and organizations policies and procedures.
    Quality Assurance and Compliance
    Serve as the management’s advisor regarding processes and compliance on finance, administration, logistics, and procurement.
    Serve as the primary point person for coordination of internal and external audits.
    Monitor finance, administrative, procurement, logistics, and HR actions, assess operational risks, and propose mitigation strategies
    Ensure that appropriate checks and balances (separation of duties) are maintained, and that staff carry out responsibilities in line with the approved schedules and budgets.
    Ensure that financial transactions, including payroll and remittances to local authorities, are carried out and documented in compliance with LUH-Africa policies and procedures.
    Ensure the development of all required financial reporting to management ensuring quality, compliance and accuracy of all financial information reported.
    Responsible for providing training and capacity-building to staff, partners, and service providers on compliance with LUH-Africa’s rules, regulations, and processes.

    Tools and Systems

    Lead the development and review of customized manuals, policies and procedures relevant to finance, procurement, HR, logistics and procurement.
    Ensure that adequate internal controls and risk management procedures are in place and oversee its implementation.
    Ensure staff follows best practices in file management across finance, administration, procurement, and HR.
    Ensure that the programs’ team in budgeting and activity planning.
    Personnel Management and Cross-team Coordination:
    Line manage accountant, procurement, logistics, admin and HR officers.
    Ensure the establishment of strong relationships with stakeholders including service providers.

    Reporting and communication

    Provide regular updates and reports to the management on financial and administration matters.
    Coordinate the development of all the financial reports related to organization’s operations
    Promote transparency and open communication within the organization, ensuring that relevant information is shared with stakeholders.
    Review all finance reports prepared by the accountant before they are submitted to the management.

    Capacity Building, Collaboration and Learning

    Training of programme staff, enumerators and any government officials engaged in Light Up Hope-Africa’s programmes on admin policies and procedures.
    Manage and regularly update a repository of all admin reports.
    Light Up Hope Code of Conduct and Associated Policies
    Adhere to the standards of conduct outlined in Light Up Hope’s Code of Conduct and its Associated Policies
    Support and promote the standards outlined in the Light Up Hope’s Code of Conduct and its Associated Policies to the various stakeholders.

    Accountability:

    Promote and ensure compliance with the organizations’ policies, guidelines and quality criteria.
    Ensure that all staff are familiar with the principles underpinning accountability and quality standards.

    Reporting

    The Deputy Director will report to the Executive Director. S/he will collaborate closely with the deputy Director programs and the Chief Operating Officer based in the USA.
    Supervisory

    Responsibility

    The Deputy Director will directly supervise the accountant and procurement, admin and logistics officer.

    Qualification Education

    At minimum, a university degree in Business, Management, Finance, Accounting, or appropriate field. Master’s degree is highly preferred.

    Experience

    Minimum of five (5) years of experience, with at least ten (2) years of experience in management roles of progressive responsibility, overseeing project finance and accounting for a donor funded project.
    Experience working within the NGO sector is a must.
    Demonstrated experience in financial management tasks such as developing/updating budget projections.
    Demonstrated recent experience overseeing procurement of goods and services.
    Prior experience supervising staff.
    Experience handling or overseeing internal and external audits

    Skills

    Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
    Strong project management skills
    Strong systems and strategic thinking skills and ability to set up strong management systems, processes, and tools.
    Good understanding of standard Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, and Outlook and finance/accounting software used to track transactions.
    Ability to communicate/collaborate effectively across cultures and project functions, including with team members based in other countries.
    Critical thinker and self-starter, able to work with minimal supervision and within established deadlines.
    Willing to perform assigned and additional duties and work under unpredictable conditions.
    Professional fluency in English.

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    lightuphope.org

  • Senior Accountant- Partnership

    Senior Accountant- Partnership

    Job Summary:

    The Incumbent will play a key role within the finance department in ensuring all aspects of Concern’s financial procedures and processes with local partners and Consortia members (where Concern is the led agency) are effectively carried out. You will be responsible for the overall oversight of our partners and therefore accountable for partner finances ensuring Concern’s funds are utilized in an appropriate and transparent manner.

    Main Duties and Responsibilities
    Partner Financial Assessment

    Undertakes the financial assessment with existing and potential partners (using CILPAT partner assessment tool) on a timely and comprehensive manner and in compliance with Concern procedures
    Coordinates with programme team for relevant partnership issues when conducting partner assessments and background checks where relevant
    Summarise the findings of potential partners’ assessment and make recommendation in terms of risk, capacity and training needs
    Agree action plan on the findings with the partners and shares with management and relevant managers for review, guidance and necessary action
    Ensures financial assessment is signed off by all the relevant staff members (Country Financial Controller, PD (Programme Implementation), Relevant Programme Teams and Country Director)
    Ensures that all financial assessment documentation is maintained on both the Partner file and Concern Share Point for future reference.

    Partner budgets & Accounting

    In consultation with the programme managers and partner staff, design and development and review of partner budgets during proposal stage while giving appropriate feedback
    Review partner budgets during contracting stage
    Review the partner’s periodic financial reports (and supporting documentation) and ensure donor compliance and giving a feedback on variances
    Review journals for correct headings, format and budget codes before being uploaded into GP on a monthly basis
    Review disbursement position and facilitate the timely and appropriate release of funds to the partner.
    Develop/ revise partner budgets according to funding requirements

    Partner Monitoring & Compliance
    A critical component of the role will be ensuring appropriate partner monitoring and follow up takes place. This will include:

    Carry out planned and ad hoc reviews/audits to support and monitor organizations’ activities on an agreed terms of reference
    Ensure risk assessment is completed at least annually and is signed off by Senior Management
    Using the risk assessment as a basis, draw up a Monitoring Support timetable, in conjunction with the Programme Managers for Partner Field Visits to prioritize organization visits with the resources available
    Ensure Partner’s internal controls are effective by assessing critical processes
    Ensure external audits are conducted by partners in compliance with the partnership agreements and specific donor requirements
    After each field monitoring visit prepare and disseminate the Partner Visit Report including Partner agreed Action Plans
    Represent Concern in partner’s key procurement processes for supplies, services and works
    Ensures that partners comply with their own policies and aware and comply with Concern’s policies and procedures in relation to accountability, reviews the application of and compliance of accountability during support visit to partners operating area

    Capacity Building Support
    The Senior Accountant – Partnership will be a resource to partner finance officers supporting them on key training, development and financial control and system issues. This will be dependent on the needs of the partner staff and will be initiated by findings in the assessment and, communication and consultation. He/she will draft training plans focussing on:

    Strengthening partner capacities to better comply with Concern and other donor’s requirements when developing proposal budgets and expenditure reviews during project implementation
    Assisting staff in identifying areas to strengthen and develop staff and either provide this training or assist the partner in identifying where such training can be sourced
    Assisting staff in finding the appropriate solutions to any financial control and systems weaknesses identified
    Providing useful materials on a regular basis to relevant staff in partner organisation, including templates, guidelines, updated taxation rules, etc. and providing support to ensure their understanding

    Others

    Supervise the Finance assistant, partnership while offering support on their tasks for learning and development
    Maintain the partners files in secure manner
    Adhere to and promote the standards outlined in the Concern Code of Conduct and associated policies to their team, beneficiaries, and be committed to providing a safe working environment
    Participating and contributing towards Concern’s emergency response, as and when necessary
    Take all possible measure to meet Core Humanitarian Standards (CHS)
    Any other duties as assigned by the Line Manager

    Person Specification

    A degree in Commerce, Finance, Accounting or related field
    CPA (K) or ACCA professional certification
    At least Five (5) years’ experience of managing finances of NGOs partners with at least two years’ experience in managing a team.
    Familiar with government policies and regulations on taxes
    Proficient in the use of computer accounting/financial software and applications preferably Microsoft Great Plains (MGP)
    Word and Excel applications
    Audit and training skills

    Preference will be given to candidates who have:

    High integrity and demonstrated ability to follow standards and policies
    Ability to attend to details and work in a systematic and organized manner
    Positive attitude and willingness to learn
    Commitment to humanitarian principles and values
    Strong communication and negotiations skills
    Team player and able to work with others (internally and externally)
    Analytical and problem solving

    Competencies required:

    Managing self
    Communicating and working with others
    Delivering Results
    Planning and Decision Making

    Interested candidates, who meet the above requirements, should send a detailed CV with three referees and Cover Letter Only to nairobi.hr@concern.net with the subject of the email as ‘Senior Accountant-Partnership’ on or before Monday 9th October 2023. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview

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    nairobi.hr@concern.net

  • Operations Administrator, Mombasa Marine Program Intern

    Operations Administrator, Mombasa Marine Program Intern

    WHAT WE CAN ACHIEVE TOGETHER
    The Operations Administrator will work as part of a team within a business unit, coordinating tasks related to one or more functional activities, such as operations support, procurement, meetings management, special events, training, and volunteer program.

    Perform specific administrative support in the day-to-day decisions within the scope of work assignments and prioritize work independently.
    Identify routine problems and utilize existing resources for resolution, referring difficult questions and problems to the supervisor.
    Responsible for managing fleet and supervision of logistics Assistant/Drivers
    Supervise volunteers, interns, or temporary staff, including training and orientation, and demonstrate sensitivity in handling confidential information.
    Managing office petty cash and ensuring timely replenishment by Finance standard operating procedures
    Responsible for planning and scheduling team meetings, coordinating logistics for special events and meetings, workshops, training with partners and government stakeholders, central filing, and program Inventory.
    Liaising with the Logistics Assistants/Drivers to coordinate and make logistical arrangements for meetings, workshops, training, and events.
    Coordinate accommodation for TNC and non-TNC travelers (both local and international).
    Be willing to travel, work overtime, and work evenings and weekends as needed.
    Work environment involves only infrequent exposure to disagreeable elements and minor physical exertion and strain.

    WE’RE LOOKING FOR YOU

    Bachelor’s degree and two years related experience or equivalent combination.
    Experience coordinating administrative processes.
    Experience generating reports and interpreting data.
    Experience in business writing, editing, and proofreading.
    Experience organizing time and managing diverse activities to meet deadlines.
    Experience working across teams and communicating with a wide range of people.

    DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

    Bachelor’s degree and two years related experience or equivalent combination over 5 years of experience working in an INGO in operations, administration, or programs support.
    Experienced use of operations systems like concur or equivalent.
    Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experiences are appreciated.
    Ability to implement complex processes.
    Demonstrated experience handling confidential information.
    Demonstrated experience using diplomacy and tact to build strong relationships and motivate staff.
    Experience interpreting guidelines to achieve desired results.
    Experience supervising staff, interns, and volunteers.
    Strong organization and negotiating skills, accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple tasks
    Experience in supporting Human Resource processes.

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  • Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

    Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

    Maisha Girls Safe House (MGSH) is an NGO located in Makadara Sub-County, whose mission is to reach out, receive, and protect girls from sexual violence and abuse through providing a continuum of care, and support, and building their resiliency for quality living.
    MGSH seeks an M&E officer for our projects that aim at:

    Increasing the well-being and safety of marginalized girls experiencing sexual violence, to experience their human rights, and live free from all forms of violence.
    Increasing access to care, support, and protection and minimal rate of exploitation and abuse of child domestic workers.
    Empowering girls and teenagers in embracing Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights (SRHR), and increasing access to essential, protective & socioeconomic services for girls’ survivors of Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV).
    Empowering young people in informal settlements to have better education performance and better livelihoods.

    Key Responsibilities
    Their primary responsibility will be to ensure that activities are on track, objectives are being met, and resources are being used efficiently. Some of the key roles and responsibilities will be;

    Developing M&E Frameworks and tools for data collection and evaluation.
    Collaborate with program staff to ensure proper data recording and reporting from various program components.
    Regular collection of data from interviews, FDGs, and spot checks; analyze and interpret them related to the program activities, outputs, outcomes, and impact.
    Analyze data to identify trends, patterns, and areas that require attention.
    Prepare regular reports on the progress of projects.
    Conduct periodic evaluations to assess the impact and outcomes of projects for example through baseline, mid-term, and end-line studies and evaluations.
    Provide feedback to the program team and stakeholders on M&E findings and recommend any improvements.
    Be able to build the capacity of staff and partners in M&E methodologies and tools to improve reporting.
    Identify potential risks and challenges that may affect the achievement of objectives and develop strategies to mitigate these risks.
    Maintain a comprehensive database of all M&E-related documents, reports, and records for future reference and learning.
    Communicate M&E findings and recommendations effectively to all stakeholders for example through presentations, meetings, and reports.
    Continuously assess and improve the M&E system and processes to make them more efficient and effective.
    Ensure that projects comply with relevant guidelines and donor requirements.
    Assist in the budgeting process by providing cost estimates for M&E activities and ensuring that resources are allocated appropriately.
    Be flexible and adaptive in response to changing circumstances, and adjust M&E plans and activities accordingly.
    Share lessons learned and best practices with colleagues to contribute to broader learning and improvement.
    Any other duties as directed by the management.
    Qualifications and Requirements
    Relevant bachelor’s degree; i.e., social sciences, development studies, economics, statistics, or a related field.
    Experience of at least 2 years in monitoring and evaluating community development projects/programs.
    Understanding of M&E frameworks, methodologies, and data collection techniques in the context of development programs.
    Familiarity with impact assessment and social impact measurement tools is highly desirable.
    Experience in designing and implementing baseline surveys and conducting impact evaluations.
    Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear and concise reports and present complex data to diverse audiences.
    Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment.
    Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders, including program staff, beneficiaries, partners, and donors.
    Fluency in English and Swahili.

    If you find that you meet the above requirement, kindly submit your application to intern@maishagirlssafehouse.org, indicating your expected salary by the 15th of October 2023.Ensure to attach your cover letter quoting your expected salary, CV, and copies of your qualification certificates, with the email having the subject of the position. Ladies who meet the qualifications; especially survivors of childhood sexual violence are highly encouraged to apply.

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    intern@maishagirlssafehouse.org

  • Mid-Level OpenMRS Developer Epidemiologist

    Mid-Level OpenMRS Developer Epidemiologist

    Job Description

    The Software Developer shall work with the team to design, develop, implement, maintain, audit, and improve new and existing health information systems and project software. He/she shall assist in architecture and contribute to the technical approach for developing and implementing OHRI. To ensure bi-directional data exchange between electronic medical records systems and aggregate systems and patient’s tracker systems, the developer will assist in activities related to developing interoperability between EMR, Lab, and Case Based Surveillance systems. The developer shall also assist in making sure that the different software developed conforms to the software development standards by conducting rigorous diagnoses, tests, code debugging, and technical documentation through reference manuals.

    Duties and Responsibilities

    Collaborate with the development team to design, develop, code, test, and debug applications.
    Partner with HIS business analysts and developers to create software solutions by understanding information needs, systems flow, data usage, and work processes, following the software development lifecycle.
    Manage multiple deadlines and priorities while defining scopes of work and tasks for development teams.
    Engage with leadership from CDC/PEPFAR/MOH/NGOs/OpenMRS to establish priorities, agendas, and scopes of work.
    Contribute to integrations and interoperability efforts between OHRI and other systems such as LIS and CBS.
    Assist HIS business analysts, developers, and IT support staff in piloting, rolling out, and maintaining HIS systems in public health facilities.
    Investigate, analyze, and provide recommendations for technology improvements, upgrades, and modifications, collaborating with HIS business analysts and developers.
    Work with HIS business analysts and project managers to assess user needs and software requirements, ensuring design feasibility within time and cost constraints.
    Develop and oversee software system testing, validation procedures, programming, and documentation.
    Prepare user and technical reference materials, including operating instructions, flowcharts, layouts, diagrams, code comments, and clear code, in collaboration with HIS business analysts and developers.
    Perform additional tasks within the role’s scope as directed by leadership.
    Develop OHRI program workflows, including data collection forms, clinical dashboards with decision support summaries, monitoring, and clinical reports.

    Qualifications and Experience

    A bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering and Information systems with a minimum of five years’ experience in software development or working with health information systems.

    Required knowledge, skills and abilities

    Minimum of 5 years of experience as a software developer or engineer, with proficiency in OpenMRS 3.x frontend (at least 2 years) and backend development and a track record of contributing to software systems and collaborating within development teams.
    Ability to manage deadlines across multiple priorities, handle scope adjustments, and promptly communicate budget or timeline concerns to leadership.
    Effective communication with high-level leadership, translating technical details into understandable concepts.
    Proficiency in developing data-driven applications using relational database engines like PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle, MS SQL Server, or H2 SQL, as part of the application architecture.
    Familiarity with Spring, Hibernate, JQuery, Liquibase, Git, Restful web services, Agile methodology, Maven, and ReactJS.
    Proficient in popular open-source programming languages, including JAVA and JavaScript.
    Exposure to systems interoperability and integration within health projects.
    Ability to develop and troubleshoot complex software systems on various platforms, such as Linux, Unix, Windows, desktop, server, tablet, and mobile systems.
    Familiarity with ReactJS and Micro-frontends-based architectures.
    Experience coordinating among multiple stakeholders and funders in different countries, while leading informatics teams.

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  • Salesperson – Service Sales

    Salesperson – Service Sales

    A Salesperson – Service Sales focuses on creating customer trust, value, and loyalty and hence we are looking for somebody with a proven track record of being a go-getter and understands selling at its core. We need someone who can influence, is result-driven, and has strong commercial acumen.
    This is a unique opportunity to join a team of professionals who thrive to drive service sales contracts in the market. If you feel you have what it takes and can add significant value to this role and department, apply for this exciting opportunity!

    Are you the one?

    A degree or higher Diploma in Electrical, Mechanical Engineering or a Business-Related Course will be advantageous.
    Minimum 2 – 5 years’ experience in the sales/engineering Facilities Management industry with experience in the Elevator and Escalator industry being advantageous.
    Demonstrate a level of digital skills competency.
    Excellent communication telephonically and the ability to engage with customers.
    Excellent administration skills and tender document skills would be an advantage.
    Experienced in a related industry, the elevator industry would be an advantage
    Experience in CRM tools i.e., SAP and MS Office is a must;
    Highly motivated, goal-oriented, diligent, organized self-starter with an orientation towards a high level of customer service.
    Ability to interpret and analyze data to draw conclusions and identify patterns.
    Ability to work together as a team and promote a harmonious environment.
    Passion for sales, a proven track record, and a strong customer focus.
    Excellent English communication, presentation, and negotiation skills. Knowledge of other African languages will be advantageous.

    Apply via :

    e.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com

  • Grants and Proposal Manager Private Sector Coordinator

    Grants and Proposal Manager Private Sector Coordinator

    Basic job summary:

    Lead the comprehensive management of grants by identifying and implementing strategies to optimize the grants administration process, determining institutional research funding needs, conducting relevant research to identify authentic funding opportunities, and overseeing the implementation of grants to ensure alignment with the operational and financial requirements of the institution.

    Duties & Responsibilities:

    Coordinate and enhance proposal writing: Ensure a targeted approach towards proposal writing; structure the ‘go no go’ decision making process on evaluating potential proposal opportunities, coordinate proposal writing and submission. Institute quality assurance measures to guide and enhance quality of proposals submitted.
    Build proposal writing capability: Train proposal developers across the organization to increase the quality of proposals as well as the win rate of proposals submitted.
    Proposal database management: Build a comprehensive database to support and guide the planning, budgeting and resource management of key proposals across the university. Continuously review submitted proposal performance. Identify and address key challenges and communicate lessons learnt; leverage or build on enablers. Generate updates detailing key proposal aspects. Coordinate quality assurance reviews.
    Proposal coordination: Ensure effective writing of proposals by managing and facilitating flow of essential information and feedback among key stakeholders. Regularly and effectively communicate proposal expectations and updates. Build and maintain related working relationships. Sensitize and train on a needs basis in coordination with various project managers.
    Grant winning: Continuously identify and pursue grant opportunities to ensure optimal grant winning. Identify and influence partners to bring on board. Conduct market research and identify new leads and potential new grant opportunities.

    Minimum Academic Qualifications:

    Master’s Degree in relevant field;
    Bachelor’s Degree in a business related field;

    Experience:

    5 Years working experience in a busy environment with a proven track record in business writing and proposal development. At least two years in a managerial position.

    Competencies and Attributes

    Communication and interpersonal skills
    Planning and organizing skills
    Leadership
    Project management
    Entrepreneurial drive
    Research and problem solving

    How to apply
    Are you qualified for this position and interested in working with us? We would like to hear from you. Kindly send us a copy of your updated resume and letter of application (ONLY) quoting ***“Grants and Proposal Manager’’* on the subject line to recruitment@strathmore.edu by 30th September 2023.

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  • Turnaround Coordinator – Narrow Body

    Turnaround Coordinator – Narrow Body

    Brief Description        
    To ensure and maintain a healthy, safe and secure working environment, in compliance with the relevant industry regulatory and legislative requirements, company procedures, regulatory authorities and requirements of customer airlines Adhere to accurate Loading and offloading by delegation, as well as coordinate, oversee and supervise the activities for the overall turnaround of aircraft.
    Detailed Description        

    Embrace and maintain a positive safety culture, a healthy and secure management of the turnaround process whilst complying with company procedures and processes, regulatory authorities and requirements of customer airlines.
    Ascertain all aspects of aircraft preparation in readiness for offloading/loading as per standard operating.
    Procedures.
    Ensure compliance between loading instructions and load presented for loading whilst strictly adhering to the instructions unless authorized to deviate.
    Provide leadership and direct supervision staff who are undertaking all loading and equipment operations.
    Activities associated with turnaround to ensure conformity with all Standard Operating Procedures.
    Champion ramp safety by effectively enforcing ramp standard operating procedures to reduce ramp incidents and accidents ensuring healthy, safe and secure working environment.
    Ensure on time and proper completion of offloading and loading of cargo and baggage for efficient delivery for both Kenya Airways and customer airlines.
    Report torn, leaking and oversize packaging and defective ULD’s before loading and when offloading.
    Ensure ULDs properly with locks and bulk loads correctly with nets and approved tie downs complying to
    Correct lashing / load spreading.
    Ensure that special loads, including Dangerous Goods are stowed according to regulations and Carrier operating procedures.
    Upon completion of loading, communicate the final loading to the Load controller.
    Ensure correct baggage reconciliation procedures are met and documentation completed before aircraft departure.
    In absence of a dedicated Turnaround coordinator wide body, be the central point of liaison with all stakeholders and coordinate the turnaround.
    Optimize maximally all the allocated resources and tools of work.
    Raise casual operator’s forms to ensure billing for services rendered.
    Monitor sequence activity against agreed station turnaround plan and timings.
    Establish and maintain constant ground to cockpit communication in a clear and precise manner (if authorized and when required to do so)
    Identify and report hazards, near misses, incidents and accident within the turnaround process.
    Adhere to KQ WAY principals and best practices.

    Job Requirements        

    Relevant University Degree with a Minimum of 2years ramp experience OR
    Relevant Diploma with over 5 years ’experience in Ground Operation
    Knowledge of Load Control and Weight & Balance.
    Computer literate
    Knowledge of ramp equipment usage
    Dangerous goods CAT 8 regulations
    Aircraft Handling and Loading
    Aircraft Loading supervisor
    JKIA Local emergency procedures
    Safety Management System (SMS) Awareness
    Airside driver training

    Additional Details        

    Good negotiation skills
    Strong analytical skills
    Good communication, leadership and organization skills
    Customer focused.
    Team leadership
    Self-motivated

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    i-pride.kenya-airways.com

  • Management and Programme Analyst, P3

    Management and Programme Analyst, P3

    Responsibilities

    Participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of assigned programmes/projects, etc.; monitors and analyzes programme/project development and implementation; reviews relevant documents and reports; identifies problems and issues to be addressed and proposes corrective actions; liaises with relevant parties; identifies and tracks follow-up actions.
    Performs consulting assignments, in collaboration with the client, by planning facilitating workshops, through other interactive sessions and assisting in developing the action plan the client will use to manage the change.
    Researches, analyzes and presents information gathered from diverse sources.
    Assists in policy development, including the review and analysis of issues and trends, preparation of evaluations or other research activities and studies.
    Undertakes survey initiatives; designs data collection tools; reviews, analyzes and interprets responses, identifies problems/issues and prepares conclusions.
    Prepares various written outputs, e.g. draft background papers, analysis, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications, etc.
    Provides substantive support to consultative and other meetings, conferences, etc., to include proposing agenda topics, identifying participants, preparation of documents and presentations, etc.
    Undertakes outreach activities; conducts training workshops, seminars, etc.; makes presentations on assigned topics/activities.
    Participates in or lead field missions, including provision of guidance to external consultants, government officials and other parties and drafting mission summaries, etc.
    Coordinates activities related to Office of Internal Oversight Services (OIOS) and Board of Auditors (BOA) audits, monitor and follow-up on the implementation of audit, and other oversight bodies’ recommendations and associated management actions and ensure their timely implementation.
    Provides substantive inputs in the preparation of annual performance planning and reviews, risk assessment and updating of risk registers, including operational level risk registers and progress towards implementing the risk mitigation actions.
    Collects and analyzes data to identify trends or patterns and provide insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods to enable data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting.
    Performs other duties as required.

    Competencies

    PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge and understanding of theories, concepts and approaches relevant to Audit, risk management and project management. Ability to identify issues, analyze and participate in the resolution of issues/problems. Ability to conduct data collection using various methods. Conceptual analytical and evaluative skills to conduct independent research and analysis, including familiarity with and experience in the use of various research sources, including electronic sources on the internet, intranet and other databases. Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work and manage conflicting priorities. The ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
    COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors’ language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
    TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
    MANAGING PERFORMANCE: Delegates the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority. Makes sure that roles, responsibilities and reporting lines are clear to each staff member. Accurately judges the amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task and matches task to skills. Monitors progress against milestones and deadlines. Regularly discusses performance and provides feedback and coaching to staff. Encourages risk-taking and supports creativity and initiative. Actively supports the development and career aspirations of staff. Appraises performance fairly.

    Education

    Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business administration, finance management, economics, international development or a related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
    Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics or data science programs is desirable.

    Work Experience

    A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in project or programme
    management, administration or related area is required
    Experience in enterprise risk management and internal control assessment is required.
    Working experience in conducting or facilitating audit work or related activities such as
    evaluation is desirable.
    Working experience with an Enterprise Resource Platform (ERP) system is desirable.
    Working Experience in United Nations or similar International Organization is desirable.
    A minimum of two (2) years or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

    Languages

    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.

    Apply via :

    careers.un.org