Jobs Kenya

Job Experience: Experience of 3 – 5 years

  • Plant Electrician

    Plant Electrician

    JOB SUMMARY:

    Reporting to the Plant Maintenance Foreman, the Plant Electrician will be responsible for the general maintenance, servicing and repairs of all Solar, Generator electrical equipment and components. He / she will ensure maintaining of safe working conditions to avoid risk that may cause injury and loss to him as well as others and the Organization.

    DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

    Carry out service and preventive maintenance of compounds and boreholes generators including minor and major overhauls of electrical components.
    Responsible for repair, maintenance of generator mechanical and electro-mechanical accessories on engine s and other components.
    Keep proper records of maintenance and repairs carried out in each generator.
    Prepare a list of spare parts for preventive maintenance and electrical installation and submit to the Workshop Officer.
    Prepare a service schedule and plan for repair and service in accordance with the Manufacturers’ recommendations.
    Ensure safe working conditions to avoid risk that may cause injury to him as well as others.
    Responsible for motor rewinding of generators, alternators, household appliances and use of correct sizes, gauges, thickness of wires required for the task.
    Responsible for the maintenance of office/residence household appliances/equipment such as; heaters, air cooler, pumps, refrigerators, washing machines, dryers, fans, air conditioning.
    Maintain maintenance records for generators and other electrical equipment for easy verifications and reference reports that may be required.
    Ensure proper use of tools, equipment and safekeeping of the working area.
    Execute routine maintenance, servicing to the electrical equipment, generators, pumps and others and will check for any signs of crack or loose fittings, leaks, or worn-out parts.
    Comply with all applicable standards, policies, and procedures, including safety procedures and the maintenance of a clean work area.
    Recommend, develop, and perform preventive and general maintenance procedures such as cleaning, power-washing and vacuuming equipment, oiling parts, and changing filters.
    Train Generator Assistants on the safe operation of generators, and reporting of faults.
    Assist in identifying needed tools or equipment for future needs.
    Records management on the job card.
    General Maintenance, Servicing and Repairs of all Generators and other assets
    Ability to generate Technical Reports.
    Perform and carry out other duties that may be assigned by the Supervisor.

    Qualifications

    Diploma in Electrical Engineering.
    EPPRA license Class B or A1.
    Solar PV Technician license Class T1/2
    Knowledge in Microsoft Office.
    Knowledge & Experience on operation and maintenance of the hybrid solar and diesel, generator water pumping systems.
    Knowledgeable on operation and maintenance of the hybrid solar and diesel generator water pumping systems.
    Skill in understanding schematic diagram and lay out of all electrical aspects of generator installation, including connecting generators to the electrical systems of the residences and offices safely and with evenly distributed voltage.
    Wiring and installations, servicing, repairing and maintenance of diesel and petrol driven generators ranging from 4KVA to 550 KVA units or higher skill.
    Warehousing and inventory management, record keeping and experience in commodity tracking and reconciliation.
    Good working knowledge of Logistics procedures and system.
    Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment as a team player
    Flexibility and willing to adapt to changing environment.
    Good communication, writing, organizational, planning and writing skills.

    Professional experience

    At least 5 years proven work experience in operation and maintenance of plant electrical system, diesel-run generators and other electrical equipment in a busy workshop or institution including frequency adjustments to suit the various electrical current requirements.
    Experience in repair, maintenance and installation of generators and electrical pumps (boosters & submersible), wiring and repair of electrical control panels, commissioning, surveying, and pre-delivery inspection, and load designing.
    Experience in borehole equipment, retrieval and installation of submersible pumps, knowledge in bore drilling/development is an added advantage.
    3 years’ experience of working with INGO in a similar capacity will be an added advantage.

    This position is based in Dadaab, Garissa County, Kenya.We are looking to recruit national candidates only. Interested and qualified candidates are cordially invited to send a cover letter (1 page) and resume (2 pages) as one pdf document no later than 28th November, 2023 to: recruit@peace-winds.or.ke. In your cover letter please reflect on your motivation for taking this post. Due to the urgency to fill this position, shortlisting and interviews will be conducted on rolling basis.

    Apply via :

    recruit@peace-winds.or.ke

  • Reporting Engineer ICT Officer

    Reporting Engineer ICT Officer

    JOB DESCRIPTION
    RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Report and generate Dashboards for overall progress of projects.
    Status of milestones and deliverables across the portfolio
    Project risks and progress on mitigating these risks
    Periodic reports (weekly, monthly, annual …etc.).
    KPI reports
    Analyse projects status and prepares reports highlighting all the potential risk and issues facing the project and suitable solutions.
    Monitor master program and generate specific tracking sheets for each activity.
    Assist in the preparation and review of the requested budget for future projects.
    Proper record keeping of all project database and update regularly.
    Creating content in PDMS and updates as required
    Gathering and documenting lessons learned and ensure sharing with all projects.
    Facilitate Team Collaboration and Communication
    Generate and participate in writing the different implementation plans and construction related Method statements.
    Prepare projects progress to follow up the dashboard and update it as requested

    REQUIREMENTS
    Hard skills and experience:

    The ideal candidate should have a university degree in civil engineering or any other equivalent engineering discipline
    3- 5 years’ experience working in the construction/infrastructure development sector.

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  • Senior Accountant

    Senior Accountant

    Position Description:

    The Senior Accountant will be responsible for supporting the Financial Controller in provision of efficient and sound Financial Management, Accounting, Financial Reporting and in Compliance with donor requirements and guidelines. He/She will report to the Financial Controller and collaboratively work with all Program teams.

    Key Roles & Responsibilities:

    Review invoices and payments for accuracy, relevance and authorization as well as timely capturing of payments in the financial system in line with donor requirements.
    Performs Accounts Payable Functions.
    Responsible for Payroll Processing.
    Maintain general ledgers, cash books, debtors and creditors ledgers.
    Review coding of invoices, maintenance of records and reconciliation of statements for suppliers and debtors.
    Performs monthly bank reconciliation.
    Prepare and file statutory returns including withholding tax and PAYE returns.
    Assist in generating the relevant source documents during internal and external audits.
    Review staff timesheets to ensure accuracy and correct charging and time allocation per organization and donor guidelines.
    Assist in working with the team on annual budget reviews.
    Coordinate month end closure by the stipulated deadlines.
    He/she will ensure effective resource utilization and safeguarding TechnoServe’s Assets whilst maintaining the Fixed Asset Register.
    Work with the procurement team in line with procurement policy to ensure adherence to TechnoServe and Donor Policies.
    Assist in training of field staff on the TechnoServe policies, guidelines and donor requirements
    Reviewing financial system codes allocated to costs in line with Donor Budget requirements for completeness, correctness and accuracy
    Manage and tracking of staff travel advances and reconciliations
    Maintain high levels of confidentiality in relation to sensitive and confidential financial information and decisions
    Programmatic Support
    Establish and ensure compliance with budget codes.
    Ensure that all financial data recorded in the financial management system across the countries have mandatory accounting dimensions (where applicable).
    Review accounting transactions and work with in-country controllers to fix any errors as well as ensuring timely completion of month-end procedures.
    Lead on any project audit
    Ensure all accounting program data is updated in the system, reconciled and fully supported in accordance with the donor rules and regulations.
    Ensure timely and accurate preparation of quarterly and annual financial reporting to the donors.
    Work with program and administrative staff to ensure donor regulations are strictly adhered to during project implementation.
    Any other responsibility as assigned by the Financial Controller

    Required skills and experience;

    A bachelor’s degree + 5 years experience, master’s degree + 3 years experience in Business related courses e.g Accounting, Business Administration, Economics etc.
    Professional Qualification in CPA, ACCA, CMA is a MUST.
    3-5 years financial accounting experience preferably in an NGO environment
    Excellent IT skills with experience of operating computer-based financial management systems Competent to advanced level in Microsoft Excel
    Experience and knowledge of Sylogist highly preferred
    Ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision
    Experience in working with projects funded by international donors
    Working knowledge of donor compliance rules and regulations
    Willingness and ability to take the initiative in identifying problems, suggesting solutions, and implementing agreed solutions.

    Success Factors:

    Competency is a combination of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) directly related to successful performance on the job.

    Core Competencies include:

    Integrity and honesty: Is widely trusted; seen as a direct, truthful individual; presents truthful information in an appropriate and helpful manner; keeps confidence; admits mistakes; does not misrepresent himself or herself for personal gain.
    Teamwork/ Relationships: Works cooperatively and flexibly with other members of the team with a full understanding of the role to be played as a team member and/or leader, to achieve a common goal. Ability to build and maintain effective relationships and networks.
    Learning attitude: Proactively takes advantage of opportunities to learn. Actively identifies new areas for learning; applies and shares new knowledge and skill appropriately.
    Diversity//nc/usiveness: Demonstrates an understanding and appreciation for diversity and supports diversity efforts. Interacts effectively with and inclusively with people of all races, cultures, ethnicities, backgrounds, religions, ages, and genders.
    Communication: Expresses ideas effectively in individual and group situations. Listens effectively; shares information, ideas and arguments; adjusts terminology, language and communication modes to the needs of the audience; ensures accurate understanding; acts in a way that facilitates open exchange of ideas and information; uses appropriate non-verbal communication.
    Decision making/Problem Solving: Is able to analyze situations, diagnose problems, identify the key issues, establish and evaluate alternative courses of action and produce a logical, practical and acceptable solution. Is able to make effective decisions on a day-to-day basis, taking ownership of decisions, demonstrating sound judgment in escalating issues where necessary.
    Results Oriented/ High Quality Deliverables: Stays focused on the efforts necessary to achieve quality results consistent with programmatic or departmental goals. Demonstrates the ability to achieve effective results; works persistently to overcome obstacles to goal achievement. Accomplishes tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how small; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checking processes and tasks.
    Planning & Time Management: Establishes a course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a specific goal. Effectively plans, schedules, prioritizes and controls activities; identifies, integrates and orchestrates resources (people, material, information, budget, and/or time) to accomplish goals. Prioritizes work according to the program or department’s goals, not just own job responsibilities; manages own time effectively.
    Business Acumen: The ability to use information, ask the right questions and make decisions that make an impact on the overall business performance.

    Job Specific/Technical Competencies include:

    Financial & Resource Management: The ability to estimate, justify, and manage appropriate funding levels to support goal accomplishment. Managing Resources is about understanding human, financial, and operational resource issues to make decisions aimed at building and planning efficient project workflows, and at improving overall organizational performance.
    Computer Literacy: Demonstrates knowledge and ability to use specific computer programs or applications for their own functional area. Has the ability to improve performance by integrating new and existing technology into the workplace.
    Donor/Partnership Management: Identifying opportunities and taking action to build strategic relationships between one’s area and other areas, teams, departments, or organizations to help achieve business goals.
    Analysis, Research, Report Writing: Experience in business planning and analysis, modeling for feasibility and execution. Able to analyze and express oneself clearly in business writing.
    Innovative Mindset: Curious inquiries, asks questions and seeks out information from multiple sources, learns from mistakes, sees change as an opportunity.

    Supervisory Responsibilities:

    It is envisaged that this position will be managing one more position

    Apply via :

    recruiting.ultipro.com

  • Blending Supervisor LOBP NP7

    Blending Supervisor LOBP NP7

    Candidate Profile

    Bachelors’ Degree in a Technical field (Mechanical/Chemical engineering) 
    3-5 Years of experience in manufacturing — (Refining / Power/Chemical plants).
    Ability to incorporate Safety Rules & Best Practices in Blending Operations, with a higher Operations/equipment/process knowledge
    Required soft skills: Team Management, Inter-personal skills, leadership capabilities, System and result monitoring abilities, mathematical and deductive
    reasoning, analytical trouble shooting & problem solving techniques

    Activities
    A Vacancy has arisen within the Operations Department, Lube Oil Blending Plant (LOBP) Section and we wish to invite Internal Candidates to apply. Reporting to the Production Manager, the Blending Supervisor will be responsible for the following: 
    Manufacturing of lubricants.

     Monthly Review Raw materials versus set production requirements.
     Raise production orders, review calculated/converted process control worksheets and assign them to the blenders.
     Monitor the day to day work schedule for the blending section assigned to the blenders and contracted staff and review schedule achievability and execution of the blending program.
     Effectively engage blending resources (Human, facilities, equipment) – in order to meet blending schedule, direct labor cost as per the budget or score card targets and optimize assets utilization.
     Report daily blending plant performance and attend weekly production review meetings.
     Authorize Batch blending, bulk truck loadings, ISO-tank off-loading, Dry container off-loading and inter kettles /tanks transfers.

    Health Safety, Security and Environment (HSSE).

     Conduct risk assessment and issues permit to work for all jobs and high-risk jobs carried out in the blending plant.
     Directly responsible for the safety of all production personnel, equipment in his area & the consistent enforcement of all safety and security programs and regulation
     Carry out the responsibilities as assigned in the Emergency response Programs and Participate in the Emergency response and drills.
     Escalate any HSSE abnormality to the Production Manager immediately
     Consistently enforce compliance in the blending section all safety and security programs, objectives, regulations, procedures, Rules and Charters as subscribed by TEMK

    Maintenance of the inventory records.

     The custodian for the inventory of all base oil, Additive, bulk product in kettles and ensure compliance to FIFO.
     Perform Monthly stock counts and have all variance between physical, stock card and SAP explained by M+2 to the stock accountants.
     Daily explain variance outside the allowed tolerance of maximum 0.5% for blended batches, tank movements and additives.
     In conjunction with the production Manager superintend and represent Total LOBP during Base oil receipts /ship discharge as the chief loading master for bulk vessel.
     Accurately Post production orders and provide system stock in SAP to allow Bulk orders to be released by customer service.
     Daily Review and signing of gauge books and forward to accounts for compilation on tank movement. 

    Quality Assurance.

     Liaison with the laboratory to enforce adherence to the product compatibility matrix, process waste reduction-(Flushes, tank dead stock, old and slow product and additives).
     Investigate off-specification batches, recommend corrective action and follow up on the effectiveness of the recommendation.
     Daily Capture-Tag-Segregate, Investigate, and inform other associate of non-Conforming products before transfer to the quarantine zones. Operational Excellence and Management systems
     Maintain high standards of housekeeping and equipment cleanliness standards in the area of accountability.
     Identify and eliminate process waste and implement best practices and operations /continuous improvement programs.
     Attend and represent Blending section in Plant wide scheduled meetings.
     Chair and ensures all personnel in the blending attend the Daily tailgate meetings, Quality circle meeting, and area safety meeting.
     Champion all company implemented Management System ISO 9001:2008, ISO 14001:2004 and ISSSRS in the blending section.
    Any other duties allocated from time to time.

    Apply via :

    totalenergies.avature.net

  • Pharmaceutical Technologist Adherence Counsellor RMNCAHFP Nurse

    Pharmaceutical Technologist Adherence Counsellor RMNCAHFP Nurse

    SCOPE OF WORK
    USAID Imarisha Jamii is a USAID Kenya and East Africa funded Activity that aims to increase the use of quality county-led health and social services in Turkana County, Kenya. It is an integrated health and social services program that focuses in areas of HIV; Family Planning, Reproductive, Maternal, Child and Adolescent Health (FP/RMNCAH); Nutrition; and Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC) program. Reporting to the Health Supply Chain Officer, the Pharmaceutical Technologist is responsible for providing services based in a facility, mentorship, coaching and regular updates to service providers in the area pharmacy. Will be responsible for working closely with the service providers to ensure that the quality of services offered is sustained in the facility as defined by the MOH quality standards.
    Key Responsibilities

     Receive, interpret and processing of prescriptions
     Counseling patients on Medication use and adherence
     Maintain accurately the pharmacy data base keeping it up-to date by daily real-time recording of prescriptions on ADT
     Conduct monthly ART commodities stock take, updating of Bin cards and filling of expiry tracking charts.
     Create pharmacy SOPs and ensure they are well utilized
     Prepare the monthly and quarterly reports for ART patient summary (F-MAPS) and ARVs consumption (F-CDRR)
     Document and report adverse drug interactions
     Use of DHIS and e-SCM for reporting commodities (Malaria, FP and ARVS)
     Use of data for decision making (monthly commodity and service data review)

    EXPERIENCE:

     Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Pharmaceutical Technology/Pharmacy from a recognized Medical
    Training College/University with 3-5 years relevant experience.
     Basic training on ART, Commodity Management.
     Experience in mentoring and supervision of other pharmacy staff on inventory management, rational use and quantification.
     The use of the ARV Dispensing tool (ADT) is an added advantage.
     At least 2 years’ experience in providing support for a busy ART program. 

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  • Manager, Security

    Manager, Security

    Job Purpose
    Advises and provides guidance to Director of Africa region, Heads of Country Cluster on all security related matters;

    The Security Manager, Africa is line managed by the Regional Head Corporate Services and receives technical direction from the Global Security Unit in Geneva.
    The Security Manager, Africa serves as the lead technical resource on risk assessment, security management, and critical incident management within the region, providing training, professional expertise, and guidance to Director of Africa region, Heads of Country Cluster Support Teams.
    The Security Manager, Africa provides advice and training to country and regional management and personnel on the implementation of the Minimum-Security Requirements (MSR) and serves a key role in MSR compliance monitoring by reviewing the MSR related documents produced by country offices in the region (such as security regulations, relocation and medical plans, self-assessments etc.).
    The Security Manager, Africa also monitors and analyses the security situation in the region and helps identify security related trends and issues that affect the Federation and RC/RC Movement.
    The Security Manager, Africa maintains external relations and information sharing with ICRC, UN and NGO’s in the Region.

    Job Duties and Responsibilities

    Support the GSU Geneva with MSR compliance review, in accordance with the established MSR review protocol.
    Undertake security assessment missions of IFRC operations according to the needs and as directed by the Regional Director to ensure compliance with the IFRC Minimum-Security Requirements (MSR).
    Identify security risk to RC personnel and operations and assist in developing risk mitigation measures.
    Advise and assist IFRC managers and PNSs in the development of appropriate security plans and procedures in accordance with MSR.
    Provide security related input into the operational plans in the Region in order to enhance security of field operations.
    Provide security related input in all Emergency Appeals and participate in Emergency Task Force meetings as required.
    Advise senior management in the IFRC and PNSs on required changes to operations and procedures to address identified trends and issues.
    Disseminate and promote the various IFRC security tools and initiatives in the region to all Movement partners such as the Stay Safe handbooks and ”Stay safe” e-leaning modules.
    Establish and maintain internal and external security related contacts and participate in security meetings both internally and externally with ICRC, UN, local authorities and NGO’s as required. Assist IFRC and PNS offices under IFRC security management in developing similar external relations network within their area of operations as required.
    Advise field managers on coordinating actions required to deal with security sensitive situations.
    Follow up on security incident reporting and assist the Operational Field Managers in the region in incident analysis and country/delegation specific “incident mapping”.
    Maintain a list of all RC personnel security incidents within the Region.
    Support in any Critical Incident Management (CIM).

    Job Duties and Responsibilities (continued)

    Provide country specific security briefings and debriefings to RC personnel and visitors entering or exiting the Region and others as required. Maintain a briefing and debriefing file and on regular basis provide the Director with feedback from debriefings.
    Coordinate training sessions for managers, delegates and RC personnel national staff in both basic security awareness and technical security related areas such as security management, security risk assessment and CIM.
    Develop and support security focal points identified in the Region.
    Support the technical security competency assessment of recruited national security officers during recruitment process in regional offices.
    Create, maintain and improve any Duty Officer system.
    Undertake operational field liaison functions as assigned by the Director.

    LATERAL RELATIONSHIPS:

    Establish and ensure effective working relations with the delegates and national staff.
    Establish and maintain effective liaison relations with ICRC, UN, the interagency community and local authorities.
    Ensure effective working and reporting relations with the Security Unit in Geneva.
    Ensure effective liaison with National Society leadership at all levels in the Region.

    ACCOUNTABILITY

    To strengthen the security management structure and improve the IFRC overall preventive security management by ensuring MSR compliance.
    To provide timely and effective support to field managers regarding all security related matters.
    To ensure that the Operational Field Managers in the Region are kept informed of all security incidents, security trends, relocation/evacuation procedures and all proposed actions or measures to improve individual, institutional and operational security.
    To ensure that all security incidents are reported to the Global Security Unit in Geneva.

    Education

    Relevant security education and/or compatible humanitarian security related work experience (Required).
    Successfully Completed the Stay Safe e-learning courses (basic and manager)(Required).
    Any other security relevant training /education or relevant Military or Police experience (Preferred).

    Experience

    5 Years work experience in humanitarian work, preferably in the region (Required).
    First-hand experience with IFRC security management system (Required).
    In-country contextual understanding and operational experience (Required).
    3 years’ working experience in Africa (Required).
    Training and human resources management experience (Preferred).

    Knowledge, Skills and Languages

    Demonstrated success in planning, project management and reporting; Advanced computer knowledge as user (Required).
    Sharing the RC/RC principles and values (Required).
    Ability to work in a multicultural environment (Required).
    Proven ability as a good communicator (Required).
    Good analytical skills in political, socioeconomics and security areas (Required).
    Self-supporting in computers (Microsoft office, database, email, etc.) (Required).
    Valid driving licence (light vehicle) (Preferred).
    Fluently spoken and written English (Required).
    Fluently spoken and written French (Preferred).
    Good command of another IFRC official language (Spanish or Arabic)(Preferred).

    Apply via :

    www.ifrc.org

  • Business Intelligence Officer

    Business Intelligence Officer

    The position will report to the Business Development and Marketing Manager and will be responsible for bidding in manual and electronic tenders and providing statistical information analysis regarding markets, products, competitors, and customers to inform management decision

    Key responsibilities:

    Participate in soliciting and responding to electronic and manual tender quotations for business growth
    Collect and analyse data to evaluate existing and potential products and markets
    Analyse the effectiveness of marketing strategies and campaigns and recommend appropriate action
    Prepare business development and sales reports by collecting, collating, analysing, summarizing data and trends
    Undertake and manage specific research on market conditions and changes in the industry that may affect sales and market trends to inform marketing strategies
    Undertake competitor analysis by forecasting expected behaviours and plans of competitors in the identified markets
    Analyse clients’ data on product consumption and emerging trends to inform forecasts for future product demand
    Conduct market research on the entire product portfolio, competitor activities, and consumer preferences
    Collate and analyse customer feedback from the field team on the entire product portfolio to inform management decisions
    Determine factors affecting product brands performance and recommend plans to counter negative effects

    Job requirements:

    Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce or Computer Science or Actuarial Science or Mathematics, or Statistics or Economics with a strong bias in business statistical analysis
    At least 5 years of experience with 3 years in a busy business development and marketing department
    Functional skills; Statistical analysis skills, Communication skills, Report writing skills, and Business acumen

    If you fit this profile, kindly email your written application and CV to hr@meds.or.ke by 17th November 2023

    Apply via :

    hr@meds.or.ke

  • Mid-Level UI/UX Developer Mid-Level Mobile Developer Mid-Level Back End Developer

    Mid-Level UI/UX Developer Mid-Level Mobile Developer Mid-Level Back End Developer

    Job Purpose :
    Reporting directly to the UI/UX Lead, the UI/UX Developer will be responsible for designing and implementing user interfaces and user experiences for web and mobile applications. They will collaborate with development teams to ensure intuitive and visually appealing interfaces.
    Key Responsibilities :

    Design and implement user interfaces for web and mobile applications.
    Collaborate with development teams to understand user requirements and translate them into UI/UX designs.
    Conduct user research and usability testing to gather feedback and improve the user experience.
    Collaborate with developers to implement UI designs and ensure seamless integration with back- end systems.
    Stay up to date with the latest UI/UX design trends and best practices.
    Track work related tasks at every development stage and keep the team aligned with all code changes.

    Academic :

    Bachelor’s degree in Design, Computer Science, or a related field.

    Professional :

    3-5 years of experience in UI/UX design and development.
    Proficiency in design tools such as Sketch, Adobe XD, or Figma.
    Understanding of user-centred design principles and practices.
    Familiarity with front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
    Knowledge of responsive design and mobile app design.
    Ability to conduct user research and usability testing.

    Personal Competencies :

    A positive mindset and can-do attitude.
    Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
    Strong creative and visual design skills.
    Excellent attention to detail.
    Ability to empathize with users and understand their needs.
    Self-motivated with a proactive approach.
    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

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  • Project Officer – Agriculture & Livelihood, Nyamira

    Project Officer – Agriculture & Livelihood, Nyamira

    The Project Officer will coordinate the field-level activities in the project intervention areas with the primary responsibility of promoting agribusiness activities among youth ages between 18 – 35 years. The function involves directly supporting young people to start and/or grow their agribusinesses while earning an income to support their livelihoods. This will include supporting the young people’s access to skills and knowledge, finance, and markets as well as working with different stakeholders to ensure an enabling markets and policy environment that supports the growth of youth-led agribusinesses. The role works closely with the technical staff both in the Kenya and UK offices.
    The position holder will be expected to directly support the enhancement of personal and economic development of the youth and work with technical experts based in Kenya and the UK to ensure that young people generate a livelihood from agri-business and attain skilled-based education and training; agricultural extension and related services as well as an increase in access to financial services (e.g., financial literacy, generating savings, and access to credit).

    ACCOUNTABILITIES
    Leadership and Strategic Alignment

    Play a role in contributing to Practical Action’s change ambitions and the Strategic Business Plans.
    Apply agroecological and market systems-focused lens to analyse the nature, causes and scale of the problem we want to address, using a systems approach.

    Strengthening Profile, Generating Funding, and Managing Relationships

    Represent Practical Action in the Project area to local government, local communities, NGOs, and other actors when requested to do so.
    Participate in local coordination / networking meetings as required.
    Support effective lesson learning, information management and lesson sharing within
    Practical Action and externally through different medium.
    Develop and maintain professional links with development agencies, government bodies,
    county governments, technical and economic specialists, universities, and other professional
    institutions as required by the project.
    Develop informal networks to assist in the planning and review of work as appropriate.
    Support fundraising initiatives for Practical Action in the agriculture change ambition.

    Delivering Quality

    Directly implement the project interventions and ensure the active and meaningful participation of young men and women in agriculture, particularly, youth participation.
    Support the formation of youth-led initiatives and groups and ensure the timely, quality delivery of activities designed and delivered.
    Support the capacity building, training and empowerment of the youth in the project location areas ensuring that support to the youth is timely and as per project expectation.
    Support the production of clear and quality reports that demonstrate good accountability.
    Work effectively with the Senior Project Manager and other teams to ensure that the project is implemented according to contract (in terms of budget, activities and time frame) and that any amendments are cleared in a timely manner.
    Support the project’s effective and systematic monitoring and evaluation and ensure findings are recorded and escalated to guide the continued successful implementation of other projects and inform the development of other new initiatives.
    Ensure sharing between team members, colleagues and peers – both internally and externally thus ensuring that the project is contributing access to relevant knowledge and lessons learning.
    Support the identification and analysis of trends, threats, and risks in youth and livelihoods, building this into research and learning from the project.
    Engage the community and stakeholders during reflections, reviews, and evaluations (using PLA tools), ensuring the voices of the most vulnerable are heard.
    Actively participate in team reflections, identifying learnings and challenges and contributing ideas for adaptive for increased impact.
    Support accountability with communities and stakeholders including the running of feedback and response mechanisms.
    Work with partners (and at times build their capacity) to implement the activities.
    Adhere to and ensure that the principles of safeguarding are embedded in all project planning, implementation, and reporting and that project staff and other stakeholders receive regular sensitization on the same.

    PERSON PROFILE
    To be successful in the role, the ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate:
    Experience & Knowledge

    Graduate in Agriculture/Agribusiness/Natural Resource Management/Social Science/Development studies or any other relevant subject from a reputable university. Over five (5) years of working experience where at least three (3) years’ experience in a rural development field.
    Proficient in communicating with different stakeholders i.e. youth of rural communities, urban youth, government representatives etc.
    Ability to work with young people and create space for youth leadership.
    Experience working with multi-faceted teams both directly and remotely providing timely support when required.
    Experience in engaging with stakeholders including government, donors, partners, and multilateral agencies and supporting influencing work
    Commitment and understanding of reducing the risk of safeguarding incidents
    Experience leading market-based agro-enterprise initiatives in resource-challenged contexts.

    Essential Skills

    An excellent understanding of low input systems and Good Agricultural Practices (GAP).
    Significant knowledge and understanding of the agricultural sector and climate resilience.
    Strong experience in doing activity planning and implementing in a way that ensures gender and inclusion are embedded strongly.
    Ability to innovate, initiate, and accept change and challenges.
    Good report writing skills.

    Desirable Skills

    Existing strong relationships and networks within the change ambition area of interest.
    Knowledge of monitoring, evaluation, and learning strategies.
    Knowledge of gender and safeguarding best practices.

    If you have the experience, skills, and ability we are looking for, please email your application letter stating your motivation and suitability for the role and an up-to-date CV to: recruitment@practicalaction.or.ke with the title “Project Officer – Agriculture & Livelihood, Nyamira” not later than 23rd November 2023. All information/data given will be in the strictest confidence and will only be used for recruitment purposes.

    Apply via :

    recruitment@practicalaction.or.ke

  • Head of Field Sales

    Head of Field Sales

    RESPONSIBILITIES 

    Develop, review, and report on Offline Field Sales strategy.
    Identify potential clients, build relationships, and create effective pitches.
    Conduct weekly training for offline sales agents.
    Accompany field sales agents to the field and monitor how they pitch and identify areas that need improvement
    Generate weekly reports on field sales agents’ performance and ensure timely commission payments.

    REQUIREMENTS

    3-5 years of experience in managing a commission sales team of 50-100 people is a MUST.
    Experience working as a unit manager in a reputable insurance firm or an area sales manager within the financial institution or FMCG sector preferred.
    Experience in automating operations processes is a plus.
    A degree in Economics or STEM is an added advantage.
    Knowledge of the use of Excel and Google Sheets required.

    BENEFITS 

    Compensation –  retainer plus commission on team targets 
    Comprehensive field support – transportation allowances, airtime, internet, fuel reimbursement to cater for movement during fieldwork 
    Performance recognition and awards – corporate gifts, extra bonus on targets met, vouchers, etc
    Culture – relaxed workplace culture that fosters an environment of growth, and collaboration with team members from all regions Jiji is located in Africa
    Personal Development – extensive in-house training programs to improve skills, mentorship from experienced sales managers, and opportunities for growth to head sales teams in East Africa

    TO START THIS CONVERSATION

    Please send your CV to hr@jiji.co.ke using the job title as the subject of your email. We look forward to speaking with you more about this opportunity.

    Apply via :

    hr@jiji.co.ke