Description Of DutiesThe incumbent will serve as WHO National Officer for TB control to support country efforts towards the control of TB through co-operation with national staff in charge of routine TB control activities. Will facilitate the creation of functional and collaborative network with Ministry of Health programmes such as HIV/AIDS/STI, Leprosy, EDP, IDS, etc.; co-operate with the national TB Programme Manager in co-ordinating social and resource mobilization, training, supervising and evaluating provincial and district staff in planning, monitoring and reporting programme activities for strategic and operational plans development for overall TB control within the overall sector development.
Provide technical support to the National TB control programme on policy issues, strategic and operational planning for the overall TB control within the context of health sector development.
Facilitate the creation of a functional and collaborative linkage with other Ministry of Health programmes notably, the National AIDS Control Programme and Essential Drugs Programme (EDP), integrated Disease Surveillance (IDS) etc., using as a guide the “framework for collaboration between NTCP and NACP” developed by AFRO.
Provide technical support to the National TB Control Programme to develop and implement operational plans for the expansion of community TB care initiative as part of the overall national TB control strategy;
Provide technical support to the National TB Control Programme (NTCP), National AIDS Control Programme (NACP) and other relevant bodies to develop and implement appropriate interventions (such as the Protest Initiative) to address the TB/HIV/AIDS dual epidemic as part of the overall TB and AIDS control programme strategies.
Provide technical support to the national authorities to prepare consultation with partners and other stakeholders.
Provide technical support to the NTP during the developing of plans for social and resource mobilization.
Participate in programme monitoring and evaluation to ensure quality of data collection and use of information for re-planning.
Facilitate the creation of and participate in the organization of National TB inter-agency co-ordination committee meetings to provide opportunities for establishing consensus on technical and policy issues, and to sustain partner level interest in TB control.
Submit monthly progress reports to WR with copy to WHO Regional Office.
EducationREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSEssential: – Degree in Medicine from a recognized University.Desirable: – Postgraduate qualifications in Community or Public Health.SkillsFunctional Knowledge and Skills:-
Technical expertise in public health, epidemiology and disease control, especially tuberculosis.
Ability to work effectively with colleagues at national level.
Ability to design operation research studies, analyze data, present results and effectively monitor progress.
Competencies : Generic
Shows willingness to learn from previous experience and mistakes, and applies lessons.
Demonstrates a systematic and efficient approach to work.
Produces high-quality results and workable solutions that meet client needs.
Monitors own progress against objectives and takes any corrective actions necessary.
Acts without being prompted and makes things happen, handles problems effectively.
Takes responsibility for own work.
Recognizes opportunities for improvement and proposes workable solutions.
Works collaboratively with team members to achieve results.
Draws on diversity of skills, backgrounds and knowledge of people to achieve more effective results.
Understands and behaves in accordance with WHO’s professional, ethical and legal framework.
Other Skills
Resource mobilization skills are highly desirable.
Experience
Essential: – At least 5 years experience at national level in planning, training, surveillance and implementation of public health activities and TB control in particular.
Desirable: – At least 2 years experience in HIV/AIDS control.
Languages
Excellent knowledge of English.
This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level.
Job Experience: Experience of 2 – 5 years
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NPO – TUB (Tuberculosis)
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Head of Talent, Learning & Development
Job Purpose: Leads organizational effectiveness activities through the development of the corporate-wide professional development and learning strategies, and creating a plan to execute against the strategy.
This position is also responsible for managing the succession planning process across the enterprise.
A major area of responsibility in this area is the driving of the culture transformation and employee engagement initiatives in the business and steer the talent management & development process in order to maintain a high performing organization.
Key Result Areas
Develops the L & D strategy and policies and ensures their implementation in order to maintain a skilled workforce that is able to meet organizational goals.
Learning Management -Design and development of learning interventions aimed at maximizing organizational capability.
Leads The Talent Management and Succession planning processes across the organization.
Performance Management -Implementation and management of performance measurement systems for improving individual contribution and driving overall organizational performance and individual development.
Drive the Organizational Development process in order to ensure that the employees’ effectiveness is achieved which will enable them to meet the organizational goals.
Ensure implementation of Employee Engagement activities that will foster high performance and leads the organization in meeting its goals.
Management of Partners, Group Learning & Talent Management activities.
Business Partnering in order to build credibility and relationships that will that will ensure the development of effective learning solutions.
Manages and develops own staff to ensure quality performance.
Qualifications
Master’s Degree in a HR/social Sciences related field or equivalent
IT literacy
High level knowledge; applies technical expertise and has full knowledge of other related disciplines including current labor laws.
Exhibits good level of creativity and resourcefulness. Is able to guide and transfer knowledge to her/his team.
At least 5 years’ experience as a HR Generalist and at least 3 of which should be in an L & D Role
Demonstrated project management skills bringing projects to completion on time and within budget
At least 2 years of demonstrated ability and experience in managing large learning curriculum, including learning contracts, class schedules, enrollment, and vendor management.
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Operations Manager
Job Description
One Acre Fund’s Kenya program grows in scope and complexity each year. We add new products, services, and input distributions; new ways of collecting repayment and enrolling clients; and new policies and procedures to incentivize and enforce good performance. Our program size roughly triples every two years.
The Operations Division
a collection of back office functions including Logistics, Customer Engagement, Orders, Collections, Print, and Internal Investigations – works to (re)design and execute the processes necessary to keep up with program change, growth, and innovation. We live on the edge of what’s possible, and accept significant executional risk and technical debt to increase the total amount of social good that we produce, through more impact per client and more total clients. The result is a fast-paced, constantly evolving and growing work environment. We seek individuals who are excited by BIG challenges and comfortable building structure where we haven’t yet placed it.
We place a heavy emphasis on both execution and staff growth and development. We strive to create a safe learning environment that is forgiving of internal mistakes, with safety mechanisms to catch any errors before they ripple outside of our division. Simultaneously, we offer stretch projects to all staff because we believe that growth comes through practice. We seek team members who are eager to embrace both of these important priorities.
Operations Associate/Manager duties will include:
Supporting one or more teams within the operations division.
Mentoring and developing key team leaders.
Working closely with our Field Program and Innovations teams to support program impact assessments – For each proposed programmatic change, what existing processes will shift and what additional short and long term support is needed.
Managing Operations Projects:
Identifying, codifying, and documenting mature processes – How we execute the routine stuff to run our program, like servicing product warranties, allocating field staff to operational geographies, disbursing refunds, issuing client repayment incentives, etc. etc. etc
Formalizing QC processes and checklists to deskill our entry level roles.
Supporting the development and maintenance of a simple countrywide “Service Catalog” that outlines the services each One Acre Fund team offers.
Managing operations innovations – some examples include:
Migrating existing paper processes to tablets, speeding the flow of data from field to office and back.
Professionalizing our Customer Service team’s call routing, call volume projections, case tracking, and associated reporting.
Preparing for “rolling” program enrollment and deliveries if and as we move away from a highly seasonal program.
Building bridges between our Field Program leadership and our back office.
Humbly and cheerfully doing whatever unexpected work is necessary to keep the ship afloat and strengthen it against future unexpected icebergs.
Career Growth and Development
One Acre Fund invests heavily in building management and leadership skills. Your manager will invest significant time in your career development. We provide constant, actionable feedback delivered through mentorship and through regular management consulting style career reviews. We also have regular one on one meetings, where we listen to and discuss career goals, and work collaboratively to craft roles that each person can be passionate about.
Qualifications of the Operations Manager:
We are seeking exceptional professionals with 2 to 5+ years of work experience. Candidates who fit the following criteria are strongly encouraged to apply:
Humble, clear, deft verbal and written communicator; comfortable saying “no” and making complicated ideas simple for a wide range of audiences
Calm, positive, and collaborative under fire
Demonstrated passion for designing and re-engineering operational processes STEM background a strong plus
A willingness to commit to living in relatively rural areas of East Africa for at least two years this is a long-term, career track role.
The ideal candidate will have at least one year demonstrated experience working in the developing world, although this is not a strict requirement.
Ability to cook / laugh – desirable.
Language: English required; Swahili speakers are particularly encouraged to apply.
Preferred Start Date: As soon as possible
Compensation: Starts modest. However, this is a career track role with fast raises for performance, paying a meaningful salary for long term placement in developing nations.
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Architectural Draftsman Business Development Officer
Job Responsibilities:
Provide support services to the Architects by drafting working documents to ensure they are ready on time
Interpret Architectural sketches and produce presentation and working drawings to use in project planning and implementation
Prepare draft bills of quantities and work estimates by collecting and compiling the relevant data to provide supporting documents
Liaise with the Architect on site inspections, identification of performance gaps and recommendation of appropriate improvement measures
Maintain and retrieve documents for easy access and reference
Assist various user departments on preparation and compilation of necessary drawings as and when required
Required Qualifications
Diploma in Building and Construction / Architecture
2-5 years experience in a similar position
Knowledge and application of architectural software (archicad); knowledge of Autocad will be an added advantage
The candidate should be hardworking, creative & analytical, and have the ability to cope with production demands
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Chief Accountant
Duties and Responsibilities include:
Be in charge of the financial functions of the institution.
Implement accounting framework consistent to best practice.
Maintaining accurate and up to date records of all financial transactions.
Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual budgets and oversee implementation.
Prepare and present monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports to the Board.
Coordinate the annual audit process; liaise with external auditors and the directors.
Advise on the improvement of financial management system and internal control system.
Supervision of the day-to-day operation of the Accounting Department.
Ensure sound cash management of deposits, bank accounts and daily transactions.
Manage the school’s cash flow and forecasting.
Process payroll and remit taxes and levies to relevant agencies.
Work closely and transparently with all external partners.
Ensure compliance with statutory requirements.
Manage the school procurement process.
Provide the vision and the professional leadership of the school to maintain its success and to ensure high service to all its stakeholders.
Promote the school’s ethos in which the highest standards are expected from all members of the school community.
Ensure achievement of set targets on financial management and performance.
Follow up with parents to ensure that the school fees are promptly paid.
To monitor and evaluate school performance and report to the Board of Director.
Coordinate recruitment & retention of high quality staff, while promoting professional development.
Ensure that the school operates and abides to the Education Act & other relevant laws of Kenya.
Qualifications for the Accountant Jobs:
Certified public Accountant (CPA K or finalist).
A Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting will be an added advantage.
Good understanding of accounting principles IFRS.
5 years relevant work experience; 2 years preferably in an academic institution.
Ability to work in a multicultural diverse environment and under pressure.
Working knowledge of computerized accounting systems.
Excellent interpersonal & communication skills, high integrity, dependable, and attentive to detail.
A track record in setting priorities; keen analytic, organization and problem solving skills, which support and enable sound decision-making.
Ability to plan, manage and follow through on assignments and communicate at all levels of the institution in a timely and professional manner.
Successful candidates will be offered a competitive package, which includes; housing, medical, education for children and an incentive driven bonus scheme when certain targets are meet. -
Infrastructure Services seller
The Infrastructure Services seller will focus on client success together with IBM success
Experience in long-term relationships and projects
Develop and maintain strong client relationships with executives and key influencers, in the IT and line of business organizations, based on a history of performance and credibility, earning a reputation as one of the client’s trusted business advisors
Demonstrate a high level of business acumen and apply a thorough understanding of the client’s business, organization, strategy, financial position, and business issues
Should have a thorough understanding of the client’s industry, including industry trends, industry performance indicators and key client competitors in their industry
Should Understand and apply IBM’s strategies and offerings for all ITS Service Lines and IBM industry solutions to address the client’s business needs
should have the capability to Understand and navigate IBM to identify, acquire and coordinate the team of resources required to address client needs; lead the cross-functional team to develop the best solution for the client
Should have the capability to Identify solution opportunities by aligning IBM’s industry and ITS strategies with the client’s most important business needs
Ensure overall client satisfaction for services
Must have Implemented comprehensive account plans for your assigned account(s) by leveraging key client and industry insight from personal knowledge, research, and use of IBM and external subject matter experts
Should have Personally contributed to growth by achieving assigned account/cluster services and business unit financial targets
Adhere to IBM’s Opportunity Management Audit Guidelines and IBM Client Value Method. Ensure opportunity records are current and accurate. Maintain accurate and up-to-date signing and revenue forecasts.
Mentor and coach junior and/or new members of the sales team.
Should have an experience of at least following years in following domains : – Managed Services Sales – 2 Years – Network and Security Sales – 4/5 Years – Data centre Design and Build Sales – 2/3 Years
Eligibility Requirements
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Chief Executive Officer
Reference number ASL/09/16/ C.E.O-01/16
The chief executive officer shall be appointed by the board and shall be responsible for the day to day operations of the Sacco society and in particular ensure; Job Profile
Strategically directs all operations of the Sacco in line with approved strategic plan.
To ensure the Co-operative Societies Act, SASRA and Society By-Laws are observed.
Advise Board of Directors and other committees in making policies and programs of the Society.
Ensure books of accounts, records and returns are kept and that regular financial statistical operational information is prepared and submitted to the Board of Directors, other Committees, relevant Regulatory and Government Departments.
Provide leadership, teamwork and coordinates all Society’s activities.
Approve all payments to members and manage all administrative activities of the Society.
Ensure that systems have been established to facilitate efficient operations and communications.
Co-ordinates the development of new products for the Society.
Ensure staff matters, particularly human resource development and training are attended to.
Adherence to the established code of conduct.
Person Profile
A university degree in commerce / finance related field, preferably B.Com, BBA, BBM, from a recognized university.
Possession of a Masters Degree in these disciplines will be an added advantage.
Be a CPA (K) or ACCA Qualified.
Must be a member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants (ICPAK).
Have at least five (5) years practical experience in a busy deposit taking Sacco or any other financial institution, 2 years of these being in a senior management Position.
Proficiency in Computer applications especially in accounting packages and Systems.
Superior Knowledge of the regulatory framework of the Co-operative Sector.
Age 30-49 years.
Strategic management, leadership, good analytical and reporting skills.
High integrity and honesty.
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Business Development Manager
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Selling products – Edible Oil , Crude Oil + Refined Oil , Soya Cake/Soya Meal/ Sunflower Cake/ Cotton Cake/Sunflower & Soya oil between the 3 locations in Kenya ( Nairobi, Thika, Nakuru )
Assist in Clearing Forwarding ( Imports and Exports of the products ).
Handle Logistics & Deliveries
Preparing weekly, monthly sales projections and inform H.O for future orders.
Deliver best quality products and ensure Customer satisfaction is a priority
Take references from existing customers and get more customers on board.
Prepare an annual sales and marketing strategy and budget.
Continuously monitor and report on achievements on a weekly, monthly and annual basis.
Prepare weekly sales and marketing reports for submission to the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director.
Revise strategies weekly based on marketing reports and sales performance and submit to the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director.
Ensure all customer inquiries and requests are appropriately responded to on time.
Oversee product research and development according to market trends and customer demand.
Oversee all advertising, publicity and brand management.
Lead on customer satisfaction surveys and report to management to inform on implications/future sales strategies.
Coordinate feasibility studies on proposed products.
Liaise with line departments with regards to performance on manufacturing, transportation of goods to customers, and invoicing.
Appraise the performance of the Marketing and Sales team members.
Review requests by line managers to recruit new employees and make appropriate recommendations to the Human Resource Department.
Any other duties assigned by the Chief Executive Officer / MD / Directors.
Requirements:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers
Excellent computer proficiency (MS Office – Word, Excel and Outlook)
Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service
Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.
2-5 years experience working in a similar position.
Bachelors Degree in Sales and Marketing, Business development or a related field.
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Product Support and Risk Monitoring Officer Validation Assistant Manager Talent Manager Employee Relations Manager
JOB PURPOSE STATEMENT
Manage the review, update and maintenance of static data in the front end treasury system (Calypso) and acts as the Compliance risk champion within the Financial Markets Operations(FMO) and own the RCSA processes within the sub-units
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & PERCENTAGE TIME SPENT
Ensure correct mapping for fixed income security set up and new products in the treasury front
end system (30%)
Daily analysis of reports for financial markets operation from BI and other channels to ensure
operational risks are mitigated. (30%)
Tracking and monitoring action plans emerging from completion of RCSA (20%)
Managing process for evaluating Operational risks within FMO & escalate to senior level(20%)
COMPETENCE REQUIREMENTS
Leadership to nurture and sustain employee satisfaction; and to manage changes.
Performance Management to optimize employee productivity.
Knowledge and experience in modern Treasury validation practices in medium to large banks to provide guidance on quality improvements and tactical changes.
Interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with and manage customer expectations (internal and external), and other stakeholders who impact performance.
Technical skills to effectively perform and/or guide performance of Treasury validation activities/tasks in a manner that consistentlyproduce high quality of service.
Knowledge of relevant products and services.
Knowledge and effective application of all relevant banking policies, processes, procedures and
guidelines to consistently achieve required compliance standards or benchmarks.
Self-empowerment to enable development of open communication, teamwork and trust that are needed to support performance and customer-service oriented culture.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
University degree.
Five years’ experience in banking operations with specific experience in treasury operations.
Two years’ experience in supervisory role.
AKIB(K) and/or other relevant professional qualifications in Treasury operations and risk would be an added advantage.
Practical experience in use of relevant MS Office applications.
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