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Job Experience: Experience of 3 – 4 years

  • Food & Nutrition Pillar Manager

    Food & Nutrition Pillar Manager

    Reporting to: Head of Programs
    Job Purpose
    The Food & Nutrition Pillar Manager will provide technical leadership and oversight to the Food & Nutrition Programs. Reporting to the Head of Programs, the F&N manager will oversee technical staff and ensure effective implementation of Nutrition projects as well as integration of nutrition within other pillars. She/he will be responsible for leading broad Pillar activities, including strategic planning, program implementation, monitoring & evaluation, technical leadership and facilitation of current knowledge sharing.
    Roles and Responsibilities

    Provide technical direction to the team for the design, implementation and monitoring of project activities.
    Coordinate, manage and evaluate technical staff, and programmatic activities to ensure overall efficiency and effectiveness
    Participate in formulation, implementation and monitoring of assigned budgetary responsibilities.
    Ensure timely & accurate reporting and documentation for internal and external requirements.
    Assess staff capacities and coordinates initial or ongoing trainings based on need and program goals
    Play a lead role in the recruitment, orientation and training of new technical program staff
    Mentor team for leadership roles and develop potentials for Supervisor roles
    Prepare monthly report using the information provided by the Supervisor
    Interact with field supervisors regularly to update ongoing activities and explore new partnerships and networks
    Ensure that the project is well represented in national, county and sub county-level meetings and forums
    Cultivate and maintain good working relations with local communities and Government/County representatives.
    Attend Nutrition-related coordination meetings and participate in nutrition technical working groups/forums
    Assist in project review and documentation of lessons learnt for wider dissemination.
    Perform other duties as would be required by the Head of Programs.

    Minimum Requirements:

    Bachelor’s Degree in Food Nutrition & Dietetics. Ma. Public health or Masters in related field will be an added advantage
    3-4 years’ experience and demonstrated experience and expertise in Nutrition.
    Current membership with Nutrition association
    Valid certificate of Good conduct

    Relevant skills:

    Excellent oral and written communication skills.
    Demonstrated Problem solving skills, flexibility time sensitive and creativity.
    Strong leadership skills with demonstrated ability to manage and motivate teams
    Excellent Organization & Planning skills, and ability to identify opportunities
    Excellent training and presentation skills, ability to multi task with attention to detail.
    Proficient Computer skills

  • Procurement Assistant

    Procurement Assistant

    Applications are invited from qualified candidates for the followings position in Nairobi;
    Under the direct supervision of Procurement Officer, the Procurement Assistant is responsible for the effective delivery of procurement services to the facility.
    Reports to: Procurement Officer
    Job Responsibilities

    Assistance with the preparation of Request for Quotation, Initiations to Bid, Requests for Proposal and co-ordination of their timely dispatch by fax and messenger;
    Assist the Procurement Officer in maintaining current up to date Procurement documents and Manuals.
    Routing copying and circulation of quotes, bids and proposal for evaluation;
    Researching pricing obtaining quotes locally on low value items;
    Assist with the coordination with the selected bidder to ensure completion of administrative processes including Bid Security, contract award notice and that contract documents are distributed accordingly.
    Assist with managing the administrative process throughout the duration of the preparation of the all documentation until the award of the contract
    Preparation of management information and statistical report;
    Receive the approved requisitions by Head of Procurement and process the appropriate documents procedures for local purchases/Services/Contracts;
    Check and classify the precedence of the requisition and process as priority setting of the material needed.
    Process and appropriate document and forms for issuing the petty cash from the cashier;
    Coordinate with requestors and make sure the right materials needed. Find out the sample of material to be purchased if necessary;
    Provide purchased materials to the responsible receiving office and do all actions for completing the process.
    Maintain appropriated records to ensure that procurement process, decision, and contractual agreement are accurately documented for accountability and audit purpose.
    Perform other duties related field as assigned by supervisor.

    Competencies

    Able to uphold and respect procurement ethics and to conduct activities with integrity.
    A team player who demonstrates patience, flexibility and honesty.
    Be willing and able to meet tight deadlines and work long hours when required.
    A self-starter, who is able to plan and manage his/her own work, takes initiative and strives to meet deadlines.
    Be able to work in a multicultural environment.

    Qualifications

    A Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Procurement/Purchasing and supplies or a relevant field is an distinct advantage.
    3 to 4 years of progressively responsible experience in procurement.
    At least 1 year experience with a Medical facility is essential
    Knowledge of Hospital procurement procedures is highly desirable
    Good working knowledge of MS Office application (Word, Excel), email and able to easily navigate the Internet.

  • Senior Business Development Executive Demand Planning Manager Factory Manager

    Senior Business Development Executive Demand Planning Manager Factory Manager

    Our client a leading International company providing IT Solutions is looking to fill the the below position.
    Position Summary
    The candidate should have enterprise solution sales experience in manufacturing, retail and distribution domains. The person in this role will be relied upon to maintain and grow current client accounts as well as aggressively pursue new business. This role will have uncapped commission and there is a lot of opportunity for success in this role.
    Business Development Executive Job Responsibilities
    The role requires significant interaction with clients, which may be face-to-face or over the telephone. Tasks are varied and include:

    Understanding customers’ diverse, specific business needs and applying product knowledge to meet those needs
    Cold-calling to create interest in products and services, generate new business leads and arrange meetings
    Identifying and developing new business through networking and courtesy and follow-up calls
    Preparing and delivering customer presentations and demonstrations of the software,articulately and confidently
    Marketing and promoting a portfolio of products by writing and designing sales literature and attending industry events
    Maintaining awareness and keeping abreast of constantly changing software and hardware systems and peripherals
    Developing effective sales plans using sales methodology
    Providing technical advice to customers on all aspects of the installation and use of
    computer systems and networks, both before and after the sale
    Advising on software features and how they can be applied to assist in a variety of contexts such as accounting, manufacturing or other specialist areas
    Meeting sales targets set by managers and contributing to team targets
    Networking with existing customers to maintain links and promote additional products and upgrades
    Handling hardware or software problems and faults and referring on to specialist technical colleagues
    Responding to tender documents, writing proposals, reports and supporting literature
    Managing workload to organise and prioritise daily and weekly goals
    Contributing to team or progress meetings to update and inform colleagues

    Job Qualifications

    Minimum 3-4 years’ experience in software solution sales in East African market
    Must be self-motivated to drive the business growth
    Must have good communication & presentation skills
    Be the bridge between clients and delivery team

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  • Marketing Services Brand Manager

    Marketing Services Brand Manager

    Job description
    Job Responsibilities

    Develop the strategy for driving awareness and visibility for the KCB Foundation focused on affinity of +40%.
    Drive the paid media strategy by negotiating annual contracts with mainstream media and finding innovative solutions to drive awareness and distinctively.
    Grow owned media strategy to a 1:1 ratio versus paid media for engagement programs
    Drive innovative communication channels at reasonable pricing e.g. branding of KCB buildings with digital solutions.
    Manage overall Brand Guardianship of KCB’s corporate identity ensuring a monolithic architecture is in place, oversee brand guidelines & ensure they are implemented consistently.
    Set annual targets and KPI’s for media ROI and awareness levels for the Group brand & KCB Foundation.
    Measure and track media ROI for Productivity & Efficiency measures.
    Manage and develop all media and advertising needs for auxiliary units e.g. Procurement, HR etc.
    Manage agency relationships (creative, PR, media, branding & sports agency) for procurement of the agencies, review and quality of service delivery.
    Manage internal communication program for staff.
    Manage research for Share of Voice (SOV), Monthly competitor advertising and industry trends, Media Publicity Index (MPI) and consolidate PR analysis for KCB Bank & Foundation

    Requirements
    For the above position, the successful applicant should have the following:

    A Bachelor of Commerce degree, with specialization in Marketing or any other related field is required
    Professional qualifications in CIM will be an added advantage
    A Master’s degree in Marketing will be an added advantage
    At least five (4) years’ experience in a relevant marketing role
    At least five (3) years’ experience in media buying
    Excellent interpersonal, and negotiation skills with the ability to network, generate new business and develop strong business relations.
    Team player with demonstrated work ethics; consistently demonstrates a high level of professionalism.
    Effective prioritization skills to meet a complex set of business demands and demonstrate delivery against multiple objectives.
    Assertive, self-motivated with desire to succeed in a fast-paced environment.
    An outstanding ability to communicate effectively and confidently (both oral and written).

  • Senior Executive HR

    Senior Executive HR

    Job description
    Do you enjoy interacting with people from different countries and cultural backgrounds? Would you like to join a multicultural and passionate team in an entrepreneurial environment where boundaries in the global travel industry are challenged and new ideas and out-of-the-box thinking are welcomed and encouraged?
    What’s the position?
    We are currently recruiting a Senior HR Executive to join our Africa team in Nairobi. This role involves the following responsibilities:

    Recruiting: Create & update job profiles, screen CVs, schedule interviews, conduct interviews, prepare offer letters.
    Company Induction: Prepare introductory documents, conduct new team member orientation.
    Administrative & documentation support: file handling, record management, leave tracking, company policy drafting & administration, visa process, payroll.
    Employee welfare & support: Listen to employees personal problems and work-related challenges.
    Career management & development of team members: Drive annual appraisal preparation, keep track of career progress of team members and facilitate training and skills development.
    Company event management: Initiate and manage company events, coordinate with managers to foster consistent company culture and interaction between team members.

    What do we expect from you?

    Degree in human resource management or any other relevant degree from a recognized institution
    Minimum 3 – 4 years work experience in HR environment
    Strong empathy & listening skills
    Excellent verbal & written communication skills
    Attention to detail, prioritization and multi-tasking skills
    Pro-activeness and ability to work independently with minimum supervision
    Computer, filing & organizational skills
    Mental agility

  • Marketing Executive

    Marketing Executive

    Job Summary
    The High Commission of India, Nairobi invites applications from eligible candidates for the post of Marketing Executive.
    Experience Level: Executive level
    Job Description
    The post carries a starting pay of US $ 1080 per month, with an annual increment of USD 32.
    Eligibility Criteria for Marketing Executive:
    Age Between 25-35 years.
    Educational Qualifications

    Graduates having Master’s/Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Business Management, etc. with a high level of proficiency/skills in computers, fluency in Kiswahili & a good command over English.
    Experience 3-4 years of experience in the field of Marketing/Business.
    Nationality Applicants should be preferably Kenyan Nationals.

  • Resident Regional Finance Delegate Africa

    Resident Regional Finance Delegate Africa

    Job Description
    The Finance Delegates main responsibility is to provide assistance in financial and administrative support to NorCross programmes managed by the Regional Representation in Nairobi. The Finance Delegate will be deputy on all financial follow up in the absence of the Regional Finance Manager.
    The Finance Delegate is expected to assist the Regional Finance Manager on accounting, financial analysis, and monitoring costs related to all NorCross offices in Africa and provide assistance to NorCross offices and partners in Somalia/Kenya, Burundi/Mali, Madagascar and South Sudan in close collaboration with the Country Managers and the Regional Finance Manager.
    The project Manager is responsible to manage and perform key tasks, with an emphasis on optimal performance, timely action, and proactive systems development to assist the Norwegian Red Cross offices and program portfolio.
    The Finance Delegate is a resident delegate position; hence all applicants need to have a valid work permit for Kenya.
    Main responsibilities

    Process all financial accounting information including maintaining the NorCross financial accounting system at the Regional Office in Nairobi
    Support Vis a Vis NorCross Program staff and Partners in the region in the budget process, monitoring on financial reporting and control of cash requests.
    Provide financial analysis and data to support the Regional Finance Manager
    Support the NorCross portfolio in all aspects of the budgeting, accounting and financial monitoring by working closely with the Country Managers and Regional Delegation
    Support the tracking of income and expenditures to ensure timely accountability of financial transaction
    Ensure procurement processes are in line with NorCross requirements
    Provide timely reports on activities, progress and financial analysis
    Ensure effective working relationships with the National Societies and the NorCross team.
    Ensure update and feedback to NorCross to provide opportunities for sharing and internal learning within the department
    Provide relevant communication and fundraising materials as required

    Qualifications and Personal Skills

    Relevant degree with more than 3 years relevant work experience is required
    Minimum3 years of experience in operational and financial management
    Experience with Agresso
    Experience of working in an International Organization is desired
    Proven experience in financial analysis, budgeting and financial monitoring
    Proven excellency in financial accountability
    Willingness to travel
    Basic to intermediate knowledge of Red Cross & Red Crescent Movement is desired
    Ability to work in partnerships with team members and partners employing distance processes of support
    Excellency in Excel and other relevant IT tools and systems
    Good communication skills
    Fluent written and oral skills in English, knowledge of French is an asset

    We offer

    A meaningful job in the world’s largest humanitarian organization
    Valuable field experience
    Salary/benefits according to the Norwegian Red Cross’ salary system and relevant qualifications

    Contract period: 24 months, starting as soon as possible.
    Family posting: no
    Position involves strong field presence so great mobility required

  • Public Health Director, Matoso Kenya Medical Director for Health Clinic, Kenya

    Public Health Director, Matoso Kenya Medical Director for Health Clinic, Kenya

    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
    This person will provide the leadership and management of Lalmba Kenya’s expanding public health programs. This includes overseeing mobile clinics providing ante- and post-natal care, planning and executing public health projects (such as community education groups, severe malnutrition interventions, promoting and providing HIV awareness programming, etc.) and supervising and training the local staff who work in these programs.
    QUALIFICATIONS:

    Qualified candidates are MPHs with minimum 1-2 years’ work experience, or RNs with management and public health experience.
    Must have good organizational and leadership skills and be able to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
    Must be willing to work in a very rural location. Proficiency with Word and Excel is highly desirable.
    Personnel management skills and/or experience are required.
    MUST be currently located in the U.S., South America, Canada or Europe.

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  • Program Manager, SAPFF

    Program Manager, SAPFF

    We’re looking for a Program Manager, SAPFF (Lagos, Nigeria or Nairobi, Kenya)
    PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
    “Hidden hunger” is a form of undernutrition affecting millions of people in sub-Saharan Africa. Caused by micronutrient deficiencies, it has been linked to numerous health and development issues. Food fortification is a cost-effective strategy for addressing hidden hunger, helping people to access the nutrition they need. The Strengthening African Processors of Fortified Foods (SAPFF) Project is a four-year $10 million project that is using a market-based approach to help food companies in Nigeria, Kenya, and Tanzania to increase the availability of nutritious foods by improving their capacity to produce and sell fortified foods for local markets. The level of this position will depend on the experience and skills of the candidate.
    POSITION DESCRIPTION
    Reporting to the Regional Program Director (RPD), The Program Manager’s duties and responsibilities will include:

    Monitor and follow-up on critical management and planning issues to ensure effective and timely project execution.
    Support the RPD in the overall monitoring of the project against milestones and work plans and in implementing necessary course corrections.
    Support review and finalization of internal and external project documents, including donor deliverables, presentation decks, and technical reports.
    In collaboration with the RPD and the Regional M&E Manager, design, review and continuously improve program implementation on the basis of feedback from staff, project participants, clients, and partners.
    Develop marketing and communications content including blog posts, fact sheets, case studies, brochures, etc.
    Support budget or contract modification processes, as needed.
    Support recruitment and contracting of staff, fellows, and interns, as needed.
    Plan, organize and participate in project meetings, workshops, seminars, and stakeholder events
    Assist RPD on a needs basis with other strategic and operational tasks.

    REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

    Bachelor’s degree in international relations, economics, business or other relevant subjects. Master’s degree preferred.
    At least 3 years of work experience in international development in Africa Experience working or collaborating with agriculture private sector companies, preferred.
    Detail orientation, including strong organizational, analytical and quantitative skills.
    Strong budget management and financial analysis skills including proficiency in Excel.
    Ability to anticipate demand, manage multiple tasks/projects and meet tight deadlines.
    Proven team player with strong interpersonal and cross-cultural skills.
    Outstanding written communication skills including prior experience editing and proofreading documents.
    Strong project management skills including the ability to anticipate demand and manage multiple tasks and projects while meeting tight deadlines.
    Excellent computer skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Internet.
    Willingness to travel internationally up to 40% of the time.
    Fluency in English required.

    TechnoServe encourages diversity at all levels and across all facets of our organization. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, color, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, ages, HIV/AIDS status, protected veteran status, disability and all other protected classes.