Job Experience: Experience of 3 – 5 years

Gender, Youth and Social Inclusion Coordinator (Maralal) Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) Officer – Marsabit Prime Program Assistant (Marsabit)

Position Summary

The Gender, Youth and Social Inclusion Coordinator will be responsible for providing leadership and technical oversight to ensure the gender issues, adolescents and youth voices, and social dimensions ( such as age, disability, ethnicity, and relationships) of malnutrition, food security, and resilience are effectively integrated across all programming. With the technical guidance of the Gender, Youth and Social Dynamics Lead, s/he will lead operational planning and implementation of county -specific gender strategy, adolescents & youth, social and behavior change strategies. She/he will work within tested frameworks including a systems approach, gender lens, adolescent and youth responsiveness, social accountability and evidence-informed frameworks.
S/he will work closely with the Systems Strengthening and Institutionalization Lead, government engagement manager and social accountability officer to define scope of work for local civil society actors to drive demand for Nawiri activities that amplifies the voices and priorities of diverse program participants: women, children, adolescents, youth, men, elders and respective sub-groups in their aspirations and motivations to sustainably reduce persistent acute malnutrition.
S/he will drive utilization of social accountability frameworks/tools and practice (including citizen’s report, community score card, citizen participation, gender responsive budgeting-and public budget tracking, citizen budget tracking, and citizen monitoring of public services, lobbying, campaigning and advocacy and socially responsible and sensitive social media engagement/monitoring to strengthen accountability and performance for multi-sectoral nutrition governance and nutrition resilience actions.
The Gender, Youth and Social Inclusion Coordinator with technical guidance of the systems strengthening manager will support strengthening of multi-sectoral and sector – specific county systems, policies, plans and budgeting processes to address key pathways for nutrition resilience.
The position will build capacity and influence staff, providing them with the necessary technical support while ensuring that common strategies and approaches are adapted and implemented with consistent quality. S/he will work across sectors of NAWIRI, with consortium team members as well as Counties to build capacity in gender mainstreaming, adolescent and youth development approaches to safeguard them from harm.
S/he will advocate for the varied needs of children, women, men, girls, and boys within the program approach, drive multi-system actor engagement and influence to shape contextual understanding of the complex causality of persistent acute malnutrition, address systemic, social norms and behavioral barriers while applying those that positively contribute to sustainably reducing the intergenerational cycle of poverty and under-nutrition.
She/he will co-lead active learning and rapid adaptations that continuously lead to improved quality design and implementation of gender transformative, adolescent and youth responsive initiatives and foster social inclusion. The coordinator will oversee utilization of evidence and data for decision making, including coordinating thematic specific assessments and qualitative inquiry. The coordinator will support the GYSD and ILSS Leads in the development and implementation of a capacity strengthening plan for county government entities and systems, ensuring contextually appropriate social dynamics are incorporated into county policies, and making the appropriate connections between evidence, learning and M&E to ensure gender responsive results can be tracked, analyzed and reported.
The Gender, Youth and Social Inclusion Coordinator ensures that gender and social dimensions of food security, health and resilience are effectively addressed across all activities and components and therefore coordinate closely with partners to fulfill the goals of the program.

Key Responsibilities
Vision and strategy

Support Gender, Youth and Social Dynamics Lead, Structural and Social Behaviour Change (SSBC) Advisor and Systems Strengthening and Institutionalization Lead in creating and advancing Nawiri’s vision for gender, adolescent and youth responsive programming that addresses social dynamics, demonstrates evidence of progress along the gender continuum and sustains gender transformative practice.
Strengthen implementation and monitoring of Nawiri GYSD strategy and other gender related commitments in the project’s design and ensure that project activities align with USAID’s gender equity and female empowerment policy.
Socialize Nawiri program staff and County stakeholders on the evidence that informed the gender, adolescents, youth and social dynamics, structural and social behaviour change and related program strategies while guiding uptake and effective integration within program areas and key sectors.
Establish strong institutional linkages and maintain productive working relationships with National and County government, Nawiri consortium partners, PREG partners, local CSOs and other relevant stakeholders supporting gender, children,adolescent and youth issues.
Recognize and drive opportunities for innovative action and create an environment where alternative viewpoints are welcomed and promoted to enhance a culture of learning for adaptive management.

Technical leadership

Spearhead roll – out of Nawiri’s Gender Strategy, gender – responsive participatory planning, development of the operational work plans, resource planning and implementation approaches in the County.
Strengthen mainstreaming of gender in cross-cutting thematic areas such as social accountability, systems strengthening, social behaviour change, youth responsive programming, and market systems development using evidence to drive family and community dynamics, social change efforts, women and girls empowerment including GIRL – H and BRIDGE models, and resilience programming.
Conduct periodic review and update of the gender and social inclusion strategies based on emerging evidence database as well as strategic gender analysis in collaboration with other County actors to inform program adaptations for increased impact. Ensure recommendations from the GBV risk analysis are integrated in GYSD strategy and operational work plans.
Provide technical leadership and support including mentorship and coaching to local implementing partners to ensure implementation of evidence – informed program strategies /approaches, effective gender, adolescent and youth- focused project action plans and timely reporting of program activities..

Training

Ensure that all staff and partners are trained on safeguarding and understand their roles in protecting program participants from sexual exploitation and abuse.
Support integration of GYSD, positive youth development and gender diversity principles to ensure program activities including community engagement are gender and age – responsive as well inclusive by conducting capacity building activities such as training, mentorship, learning-by-doing, reflection process and field monitoring visits.
Assist partner staff to communicate information from the field to the appropriate decision-making forum on the gender integration in activities undertaken in all components, processes and impacts.
Provide leadership in shaping County – level GYSD learning agenda and support evolving learning processes, routine collection and sharing of best practices and lessons learned with internal and external stakeholders.
Lead gender and youth capacity building activities including linking program staff to additional training and learning opportunities to increase their knowledge and skills in gender mainstreaming and youth responsive programming.

Management and coordination

Overall technical oversight and supervision of gender and social inclusion officers at County level.
Support coordination of County Gender Sector Working Group and rapid gender capacity assessments/audits to inform development and implementation of capacity strengthening plans.
Co-lead social accountability and supervision of CSOs scope of work for timely and quality implementation.
Ensure that program and County staff understand and adhere to Mercy Corps’ Gender Minimum Standards.
Liaise with key external stakeholders to provide guidance on gender and youth perspectives in all aspects of Nawiri program activities.
Ensure that Nawiri and partners are in compliance with gender and youth – related USAID BHA requirements.

Information management & reporting

Coordinate and work closely with the M&E team on GYSD integration and provide technical backstopping in the collection and use of sex and age disaggregated data, gender indicators and gender sensitive data collection processes across sectors. Make recommendations based on regular monitoring to inform program strategies to better meet the needs of the program participants.
Ensure Nawiri is capturing the required level of gender, adolescents, children, youth disaggregated data, system strengthening data, and specific success stories on gender transformation and youth empowerment.
Generate activity reports on the scope of gender, social inclusion and social accountability, while also supporting drafting of issues-papers and case studies on gender, adolescents, youth perspectives and social accountability to promote integration.
Supporting review of concept notes, program reports and relevant documents for gender and youth sensitive communication.
Support in the setting of indicators for assessing progress with gender and youth integration, adapted to specific contexts of Samburu and Turkana.
Work with the County Strategic Learning Lead to disseminate information regarding gender and youth achievements and impact.

Stakeholder representation

Represent the program’s gender strategy with external stakeholders at workshops, conferences and annual learning events. Speak thoughtfully to the evidence to action products and learn that Nawiri is continuously using to inform programmatic strategy.
Support GYSD and work closely with the Human Resources team to ensure accountability for gender mainstreaming is incorporated into the position descriptions and recruitment processes of all program team members. Monitor the gender, diversity and inclusion focus of the program to ensure internal accountability.
Support the management of the institutional knowledge within the Nawiri program and contribute to wider knowledge management.
With support of the GYSD lead and collaborating with the Citizen Engagement and Social Accountability and Systems Strengthening managers, lead the County Specific generation of reporting, planning and budgeting of gender, youth and social dynamics activities under the guidance of the DCoP.

Security

Work closely with the County team’s security focal point to promote use of systems in place to ensure safety and security of all team members. This will include identification and timely appropriate response of gender – specific needs and interests of program staff in relation to safety and security.

Minimum Qualification & Transferable Skills

Degree in gender and development, anthropology, social science and other relevant disciplines.
Minimum five years experience of technical leadership and management responsibility in gender, adolescent and youth programming in health, food security, youth workforce development, peacebuilding and/or multi – sectoral programs in humanitarian and/or development context. Previous experience working with USAID, International NGO, arid and semi – arid regions (ASAL) would be an added advantage.
At least three years of experience working with County government and/or local civil society organization, program management and implementation is required.
In – depth understanding of gender – responsive interventions, positive youth development, systems strengthening, policy advocacy and influence, and local socio – cultural factors contribution to addressing the multiple drivers of persistent acute malnutrition would be an asset.
Demonstrated ability in building capacity of cross – functional teams, facilitating participatory learning and leading collection, analysis, and utilization of information from a broad range of sources.
Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines and work independently and cooperatively with team members. Strong interpersonal and communication skills to produce high quality results.
Cultural sensitivity, patience, flexibility and ability to work well in a multi-sectoral and multi-cultural team.
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English, Swahili and local language (added advantage).
Ability to travel to program locations for at least 70% of time or more as needed.

Success factors

Initiative-taker, multi-tasker, and able to work effectively and respectfully with local government, private sector, civil society and donors.
Demonstrated experience in setting up and managing systems and procedures as well as experience in building team commitment toward the achievements of program objectives.
Team-player with a positive attitude to problem solving and conflict resolution. Focused on team building and capacity-building of program staff and will be able to apply creative solutions to program quality.
Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines and deal with unexpected events impacting program operations calmly and diplomatically.

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November 2, 2024
Debt Recovery Officer

Maisha Bora SACCO Society Limited is looking for a self-driven and results-oriented person to fill the position of Debt Recovery Officer reporting directly to the Debt Recovery Supervisor.
Job Purpose: The Debt Recovery Officer will support the Debt Recovery Lead in effective Debt collection as per strategic plan targets. She/he is responsible for the accurate analyses of loan applications, credit data, financial information & other relevant information to assure on the loan security, ability to repay loans and the associated credit risk.
Job Description:

Ensure effective and efficient recovery of loans.
Follow up of remittances and variances for assigned loans portfolio
Key KPI – Collections for SMEs and Business members
Identifying delinquent loans and sending all notices to the loanees and guarantors.
Identifying defaulted loans and instigating recovery from guarantors/ realizing of securities in liaison with Debt Recovery Lead.
Sending member statements
Field/ Business visits as necessary.
Reports: Preparing accurate and timely weekly/ monthly collection reports.
Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time

Key Result Areas:

Collections for assigned loans portfolio
Collections for SMEs and Business members
Reconciliation and follow up of expected Vs. received remittances
Sacco PAR and loan provision
Debt Recovery reports

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November 2, 2024
Employee Relations Specialist Talent and Organizational Development Manager

JOB PURPOSE
The Employee Relations Specialist will be responsible for maintaining positive employee relationships and ensuring compliance with local employment laws. S/he will facilitate training and provide guidance on HR policies and procedures to all levels of management and employees. The job incumbent will implement the disciplinary and grievance handling policies and procedures, while considering the application of the law and Amref’s policies, and procedures. This role is crucial in maintaining a productive work environment and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop and implement Employee Relations best practices and initiatives
Handle employee complaints and facilitate counselling to employees as needed
Provide guidance to management and employees on grievance-related matters and ensure consistent implementation of disciplinary procedures in the organization
Liaise with Internal Audit and respective HRBPs to investigate employee cases; Respond to all queries raised on employee discipline matters in a fair and timely manner
Manage the staff disciplinary process (end to end), including providing support for panel hearings, organizing forstaff disciplinary meetings, preparing and being the custodian of the relevant documentation, among other critical elements of the disciplinary process
Working closely with Internal Audit and the Legal department, participate in litigation cases for ex-staff as needed and provide critical information to support in such litigation cases
In liaison with the legal department, advise management on the legal implications of disciplinary actions as they relate to the Labour Laws
Monitor regularly changes in Labour laws and ensure that the HR policies and procedures are aligned to the existing labour laws
Facilitate, collate and analyse employee feedback to inform management on crucial employee issues and advise management on appropriate action
Conduct exit interviews, summarizes findings, and discusses trends and concerns with management
Conduct bi-monthly training session for HR Leads and line managers

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Professional Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business, Social Sciences or related field from a recognized university
Relevant training and/or certifications in Employee Relations

Required Qualifications and Experience

Minimum of five (5) years of experience with three (3) years administering discipline and grievance procedures within the HR department in a high-volume organization
Proven experience as Employee Relations Specialist or similar role
Experience in design of employee experience journeys and employee-centred engagement initiatives

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

Knowledge of local Employment laws and its practical application
Knowledge of current trends and best practices of employee relations
Thorough understanding of dispute resolution
Ability to remain tactful, calm, and persuasive in controversial and/or confrontational situations
Strong negotiation and persuasion skills
Strong analytical, problem solving and critical thinking skills
Strong conflict management skills, with a history of successfully coaching and mentoring employees through complex, challenging, and emotional issues.
Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to maintain self-control in potentially emotional grievance handling and disciplinary situations.
High integrity
Exceptional written and verbal communication
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

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November 2, 2024
Secondary Education Coordinator

Job Function

Reporting to the Project Director, the Education Coordinator will provide guidance to field-based education team on common standards, innovative strategies and approaches which ensure a capacity to address JRS’ commitments for children in development and reflect good practice in developmental education responses.

Duties and responsibilities of Secondary Education Coordinator
The individual recruited for this position will be expected to carry out the following duties:

Responsible for coordination, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of education activities in collaboration with education staff and partners
Provision of adequate and timely technical guidance, supervision, capacity building and management support
Promote quality delivery of secondary education programme.
Promote community self-management in relation to the running of pre-primary, primary and secondary schools
Forge good working relations with Ministry of Education, Science and Technology, County Education Department and education partners through consultative fora and educational management engagements for purposes of ensuring quality assurance and standards and oversight.
Embrace the use of NEMIS and EMIS to help the education sector to track accurate and real-time information on learners, schools and learning institutions.
Develop and/or Implement education programmes in line with Inter-agency Network for Education in Emergencies (INEE) standards and the child protection systems approach
Facilitate inter-sectoral linkages with child protection, SGBV, gender, community services, livelihoods, environment, shelter and health, among others.
Coordinate with Education networks and ensure that refugee education interests are understood and included in relevant policies and initiatives (SNE, ALP, Innovation ICT, among others).
Undertake initiatives to build the capacity of communities and persons of concern to assert their right to education and access to quality education.
Promote and participate in initiatives to capacitate staff, BoM’s, PTA’s among other relevant groups to strengthen access to quality, certified education for refugees and host community
Identify and promote education activities that support durable solutions through voluntary repatriation, local integration and where appropriate, resettlement.
Participate in Education sector meetings
Monitor day-to-day education activities to ensure best practices and standards are adhered to.
Strengthening project staff, community, and partner in education management capacity.
Carry out the Needs Assessment for the education programme and the preparation of the education proposals and reports in collaboration with the Project Director.
Design and coordinate training activities for the JRS education programme (like teacher/instructor trainings).
Keep an inventory of materials procured and supplied to schools.
Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly, mid-year, and annual reports to the Project Director.
Together with the education department, ensure effective teaching and learning takes place in all partner schools by participating in joint regular monitoring visits and inspections.
Identify capacity gaps and plans for remedy in education department.
Responsible for the management of all education data

Qualifications

A degree in education or related field preferred
5 years of proven experience in effective and efficient management of education with high quality outputs.
At least three years of experience managing program staff and implementation in the field with experience in education preferred
Proven knowledge of Kenya Education systems and rich networks with Key MOE officials.
Ability to motivate staff and students to perform maximally and a good team-player.
Excellent planning, analytical, conceptual, and organizational skills.
Understanding of data collection and analysis and documentation of results
Proven ability to manage and control finances, track project expenditure, prepare and guide department staff on budget forecast and expenditure levels.
Has good report writing skills
Understanding of humanitarian, development and protection standards and their application in the field.
Superior writing skills, including proven ability to conceive and write grant proposals and donor reports.
Mastery of office software (MS Word, Excel, and Power Point) required.
Able and willing to live, work, travel in fast-paced and environment adhering to strict security guidelines.
Good understanding of the area of operation is an added advantage

Core values and ethics

Commitment to JRS’s mission, vision, and values; ability to convey with enthusiasm JRS’s role in accompanying and serving forcibly displaced people and to advocate for their right to protection and a life in dignity
High integrity, honesty, and confidentiality; ability to deal tactfully and discreetly with people, situations, and information
Acceptance of diversity and inclusion as a core value

Terms and Conditions

Contract is for One year, renewable, with an initial probationary period of Three months. The JRS remuneration policy is aligned with the JRS ethos to offer effective and professional services and at the same time express solidarity with the people served.

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November 2, 2024
College Principal

Mombasa Airways Training institute is a private registered TVET college in Mombasa and is looking for a suitable individual to serve in the position of a college principal
Duties and Responsibilities:
Among the duties that will be carried out by this individual, include but are not limited to the following:

General Administration of the College
Supervision of teaching programs and syllabus coverage, including the day & evening classes
Supervision of students’ welfare
Supervision and guidance of teaching staff including organization of in-service education of staff
Responsibility for organizing workload of staff including teaching assignments
Implementation of examination policies and heading departmental examination committees
Monitoring of tutors schemes of work and records of work
Maintaining of student’s examination records
Guidance and counseling of students
Coordinating and supervising of students on attachments
Maintaining attachment records including the students’ log-books
Recruitment of staff and admission of students
Responsibility for conduct of examinations
Coordinate the registration of students, with external examination bodies such as: IATA, ICM, ABMA and KNEC
Assist in the sourcing of relevant textbooks and revision materials
Supervision of living conditions of students in hostels
Maintenance of permanent records of students and student registers
Preparation of reports (College reports, progress reports)
Review and revision of policies, rules, regulations & philosophy of the College
Assist in the marketing of the College
Responsible for the development & growth of technical/skill based courses in the college i.e. hairdressing and beauty therapy
Supervision of non-teaching staff
Participation in the College’s management and staff meetings
Participate in teaching of selected courses
Supervision of library services
Co-ordination of student’s co-curricular activities such as trips, games and sports
Planning for development of the school/college

General Requirements:
In order to be considered for this position the individual must fulfill the following requirements:

One must have a minimum of a university degree in education with three years working experience as an H.O.D or a principal in a TVET college. – OR– A university degree in any field with a diploma from KTTC (Kenya Technical Trainers College) and Three years working experience as an H.O.D or a principal in a TVET college.
MUST be able to and demonstrate ability to teach selected courses in an institution of higher learning
Mature and devoted Christian
Must be computer literate
Must be able to display both leadership and managerial skills
MUST be aware and familiar with the student registration process to various Local and International examining bodies i.e. KNEC, ABMA, ICM & IAT

Remuneration:
The compensation for this position is a GROSS salary of Kshs. 40,000 which will be paid after deductions of all statutory levies.

The individual MUST be based in Mombasa CountyThe individual should be flexible and ready to work for extended hoursIf you feel that you meet the stipulated requirements, please send:to the following email address: airwaystraininginstitute@gmail.com – OR – drop your documents at our offices: we are located along moi avenue (Labour/docks), opposite jubilee building, UBA bank – Harbour, house 2nd Floor – MOMBASA AIRWAYS TRAINING INSTITUTE

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November 2, 2024
Carbon Marketing Officer

Position Summary

Reporting to the Carbon Communications Fellow, the Carbon Marketing Officer will be responsible for developing and maintaining an array of marketing materials for the Carbon team.
The ideal candidate will have experience contributing to the Marketing function within a nimble, fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment as well as familiarity with communicating complex environmental/ social issues. This role requires a blend of skills across project management, client services, asset development, and marketing execution.

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for the full suite of BURN’s Carbon marketing assets, including one-pagers/factsheets, impact reports, PowerPoint presentations, videos, web pages, etc.
Partner with the Carbon Sales team to understand ongoing and new marketing needs.
Partner with the Creative/Design team to brief in and develop necessary marketing materials as well as be able to work independently to design/deliver marketing materials, when necessary
Manage relationships with each in-market manager to regularly capture regionally relevant photo/video content and maintain a data bank of facts & figures.
Translate marketing content into paid/organic content for BURN’s LinkedIn
Monitor and report on trending content in the Carbon space on LinkedIn and position BURN for continued growth on the platform.
Establish and manage BURN’s Carbon newsletter, creating an overarching plan for consistent execution and high-quality audience engagements & growth.
Collaborate with BURN’s network of Carbon partners to support their marketing needs.
Planning, organizing, and conducting business meetings and events such as conferences, seminars, and workshops ensuring the brand is well represented.

Key Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree – ideally in marketing or communications
Ideally at least 3-5 years of experience in a relevant role
Experience working for a non-profit or social enterprise desired.
Experience with marketing to investor/donor audiences in the Global North preferred.
Experience developing and writing content/ copy including creating or collaborating on one-pagers/factsheets, impact reports, PowerPoint presentations, short/long-form videos, and web pages.
Knowledge of the carbon markets and environmental/social issues is desirable.
Experience working with a Creative/Design function (completing briefs, helping to project manage work)
Graphic design skills are desirable.

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November 2, 2024
Senior Grant Compliance Specialist

The Role

Alight’s grant portfolio is growing in size and complexity with a $60M portfolio of USG, UN and other government and private grants across 5 entities and we are adding grants from the European Union. At the same time, Government funding continues to change and grow in complexity.
We are evolving our grant management and compliance systems to accommodate for this growth and this includes building a networked global team managing grant risk and compliance.
Alight is integrating private funding and grant funding to increase program quality. Grant risk and compliance must also operate in service to this outcome.
In response to these changes and strategic initiatives, we are looking for a senior level specialist who can lead the evolution of Alight’s global grant risk and compliance functions as we grow, evolve and usher in a new strategic vision as regards to private and institutional funding.
Your focus will be to provide company-wide grant compliance support and oversight, with a focus on US Government compliance, to Alight and its affiliates. You will also support with EU, UN and other donor compliance. You will serve as an internal expert responsible for leading and managing Alight’s compliance to US Government and other donor award rules and regulations. You will provide support to proposals and awards from inception to closeout, providing training and guidance to country teams, serving an advisory role for proposals and ensuring compliance with award terms and conditions. You will also be responsible for maintaining relevant registrations with US Government, EU and other relevant entities, keeping up with changing requirements and communicating new areas of focus. You’ll be guided by and receive support from the Director of Grants Administration and Alight’s CFO but you will work closely with many US and Global colleagues in all areas including Grants Administration, Human Resources, Finance, Program Development and Supply Chain/Logistics. Simply put, your scope/purpose/goal will be to ensure compliance to donor requirements, with a focus on US Government and EU funders, contribute to Alight’s overall financial and programmatic health by providing technical support, training and guidance and by monitoring Alight’s processes against key areas of risk, ensuring staff have tools and information needed comply with award terms and conditions. You will work to minimize organizational risk while lifting and supporting country teams to deliver quality programming to our customers.

You’ll know you’re doing well if:

You’re raising the right flags, to the right people, at the right time.
You’re also always thinking about how your job impacts people, not just numbers.
You’re Global Colleagues and our partners trust to come to you to help them face their challenges

The Team

The Platform Services team provides integrated Finance/Accounting, Human Resources/Administration and Grant Support services to the Alight Family. The Grants Administration Unit within Platform Services provides grant and other related support services including processing grants in the Alight grant tracking database, grant balance sheet and income statement reconciliation and tracking, general compliance support as well as financial monitoring and risk management support to country programs, the Minneapolis office and Alight affiliates.
Building a shared organization takes time and intention. We will always be becoming Alight, which means your work will evolve and shift as well. For now, here’s how you could anticipate spending your time:

General

Serve as general administrative and compliance point of contact with US Government entities, peer agencies and various relevant forums/groups.
Maintain a broad and deep understanding of relevant US Government, EU and other donor policies, regulations, and procedures.
Maintain/Develop understanding EU policies, regulations and procedures.
Keep up to date on and inform relevant staff on changing and evolving US Government, EU and other award requirements.
Conduct organizational USG government and EU award compliance assessment(s) to determine largest areas of risk and recommend areas of focus for enhancing adherence to USG award rules and regulations.
Proactively identify compliance risks throughout the portfolio and advise programs, support teams and senior management on necessary actions.
Develop tools, guidance and training to assist staff with award compliance.
Provide regular training to Alight and Affiliate staff in US Government, EU and other donors, award rules & regulations with a focus on building technical capacity of relevant staff to understand and comply with US Government requirements.
Work collaboratively with relevant departments to ensure processes involve support compliance requirements.
Support prompt and successful resolution of audits and investigations of potential or identified noncompliance.
Serve as a general compliance resource to provide ongoing support, troubleshoot problems for staff etc.
Continuously work to foster a culture of trust and collaboration; working to encourage a shared ownership amongst all staff to enhance Alight’s ability minimize organizational risk as relates to grant compliance.

Award-Specific Compliance

When necessary support in negotiation of terms of US Government and EU awards;
At project start-up, review entirety of the agreements, proposed activities and explain terms and conditions to project stakeholders.
Provide on-going review and technical support to ensure implementation compliance with applicable U.S. Government and EU regulations.
Provide advice to Alight country programs on processes and procedures that can enhance award compliance.
Navigate compliance issues with and between technical, operational, finance and management personnel.
Coordinate with and Support relevant department/staff to ensure accurate and timely submission of project reports and deliverables.
Coordinate with and Support relevant department/staff to ensure complete and accurate grant file.
Provide guidance, if needed to relevant staff in processing modification requests, NCEs, cost extensions, budget realignments, and other amendments as required.
Assist as needed in final closeout activities.

Program Development Support

Serve advisory role in review of USG funding opportunities as relates to award compliance requirements.
Provide technical support as needed in US Government and EU applications.

New or Interesting Projects/Progressive Responsibilities –

Lean into the things you love and spark your interest, within or outside your team. We need you to honor the work that you’ve committed to doing, but also know that when you are unleashed, so are we.

Qualifications
These are the things we’re aiming to find. However, we’re open to being surprised. If you embody the spirt of Alight, care deeply about the cause, and if you bring something else that’s special, then please reach out.
You have….

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required.
5+ years’ experience in non-profit sector preferred
3-5 years’ experience in US Government funding compliance required
Experience with European funding compliance preferred
Experience with and general knowledge of non-profit grants cycle processes and procedures preferred
General Knowledge of donor financial and administrative rules and regulations, in addition to US Government and European Union funding preferred
Experience developing and conducting internal trainings and training materials preferred
Strong computer skills, particularly with Excel and online content collaboration and management platforms preferred
Experience working with an automated grant tracking and online systems preferred.
Strong logistical attention to detail and ability to multi-task while meeting deadlines.
Ability to travel internationally (estimated 5-15%)

You strive for…

Humility. You learn from others with an open heart and open mind.
Inclusivity. Our diversity is our strength. You value diversity of opinion and thought. You invite all voices to the table regardless of gender, ethnicity/tribe, sexual orientation, or physical/mental ability.
Empathy. You know how to really hear other people and understand their meaning.
Joy. Seriously! We believe that play and joy are core to co-creating value with customers.
Reliability. In your data, for your colleagues and with our donors.
Flexibility. We’re constantly designing and iterating. You’ll be working in ambiguity always – embrace it and see the possibility that it allows. The ability to roll with it will make that easier.
Creativity. You have the ability to apply sound judgment and innovative ideas to meet challenges presented.

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November 2, 2024
Office Administrator/Personal Assistant

Duties and Responsibilities

Assisting in the management and organization of CEO calendar by scheduling appointments, meetings, engagements and daily activities including running errands.
Coordinating office activities, operations and ensuring cleanliness of Office premises.
Act as liaison between the director’s internal and external parties including clients, suppliers and staff.
Managing an active calendar of meetings and appointments for the director.
Prioritize and follow up on issues and concerns addressed to the CEO including those of a sensitive or confidential nature and determine appropriate course of action.
Maintain schedule of key contributors of the director’s project and tasks.
Arrange travel schedule and prompt reservations for the director
Maintain cleanliness of the office and work stations, Procurement of office tea and snacks.
Maintaining a proper filing system for service level agreements.
Coordinate office activities and operations to secure efficiency and compliance to company policies.
Manage phone calls and correspondence (e-mail, letters, packages etc.)
Track stocks of office supplies and place orders when necessary.
Receiving and directing guests to respective offices.
Renewal of Business and other Statutory Certificates and Payments like the County, KRA and personal bills. Procurement of general office supplies and stationery.
Managing and controlling petty cash.

Skills and Qualifications

3-5 years of working experience as a Personal Assistant
Bachelors Degreee in any Business related field

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November 2, 2024
Junior Accountant-Hospitality

Our Client is looking for a highly skilled and competent Junior Accountant to manage all accounting functions. The position reports to the Managing Director.
About the Client:
A leading and busy events planning and management company in Nairobi that has resources and equipment to bring events from mere ideas to reality seeks to hire a competent and aggressive individual. The firm is involved in every aspect of planning and execution letting their clients focus on their core business.
Job Purpose:
The purpose of this position is to provide accounting and operations solutions with proficiency and efficiency running of the office. The jobholder will forecast, plan and manage all accounting functions and staff to ensure the business operates efficiently, within the legal framework, the set standards and profitably.
Qualifications and Requirements

Bachelors’ Degree in Finance, Administration or other related fields from a recognized university
Professional Accounting qualifications – Atleast CPA PART 2, ACCA,
Certification in Accounting Software from a recognized institution of learning
Highly competent in MS Office, with the ability to make impressive presentations to both the internal and the external customers.
At least 3 years relevant and proven experience
Experience should reflect an increasing level of responsibility in terms of complexity and scope, such as business accounting, cost control, etc
Experience of being both a team leader and team member with proven ‘people skills’
Awareness of the statutory and  licensing responsibilities applicable for all accounting, and procurement  operations

Competencies and Skills

High interpersonal skills
Excellent organization and time management skills
Keen on detail with a high degree of accuracy
Excellent Multitasking skills
Maintain confidentiality
High Integrity
Attention to details
Teamplayer
Have tact and diplomacy
Ability to work independently
Strong customer service skills and exceptional people skills
Outstanding oral and written communication skills
Great Analytical Skills

Key Responsibilities and Duties

Review and advise the directors on the accounting and business approaches to ensure that they are in agreement with existing accounting policies and procedures and within the legal framework.
Management of company’s financial resources, including accounting, management information systems (MIS) and procurement to ensure profitable management of the resources
Provide leadership in the preparation of budgets from other departments and assist in the preparation of operational plans, ensuring adequate resources for implementation and adequate resources to provide support to the budgeted activities
Preparation of Annual Reports and Management accounts e.g.  annual budgets, internal accounts reports for the Director
Assist any audit undertaken and ensure that appropriate measures are taken to address audit findings and recommendations
Ensure that all transactions are properly accounted for.
Banking for the organization ; cheque and cash withdrawals and deposits
Assist any audit undertaken and ensure that appropriate measures are taken to address audit findings and recommendations
Continue to develop improvements in the accounting system, as necessary.
Compliance – ensure monthly and annual statutory returns
Supervision of credit control function ensuring timely debt collection
Processing of supplier payments in accordance with laid down procedures or contracts signed with suppliers
Effect work related  advances and carry out reconciliations
Accurately allocate costing codes to the right items
Collect and examine supporting documents; ensure that documents and signatures are valid.
Prepare cheque, payment vouchers and receipt vouchers and ensure that they are properly delivered.
Maintain float and advance registers.
Be responsible for petty cash held in the office, prepare petty cash vouchers, issue petty cash for purchase requests and make payment from petty cash based on signed receipts e.g. taxi, medical reimbursements, small emergency purchases and prepare Petty Cash Replenishment Form, and request additional cash as necessary.
Carry out cash count every two weeks.
Ensure all accounting records are up to date, well stored and easily retrievable
Record all accounting transactions on manual/computer systems as appropriate and ensure that supporting documents/signatures are valid.
Maintain an up to date Fixed Asset register; document the movement of Asset (Asset Tracking ) and ensure all assets are coded
Make payments and receive cash for the office operations
Collect and examine supporting documents for all payments
Maintain float register.
Prepare cheques /payment orders and ensure that they are properly delivered.
Forward suppliers payment documentation for approval
Payments for utilities are done on a timely basis.
Assist in the production of the monthly accounts (specifically, produce the cashbooks and the analyzed cashbooks for the office).
Liaise with the service providers for fast and effective services
Order and maintain relevant office supplies to ensure the smooth running of the office
Undertaking any other duties that may be assigned.

Interested applicants should send their detailed CV and Cover Letter quoting the job title (JUNIOR ACOUNTANT-HOSPITALITY) as subject to reach us not later than 30th September 2023 to careers@italgloballtd.com. Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.

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November 2, 2024
Training Officer – Flight Operations Instructor Dangerous Goods Regulations and Cargo

Brief Description
Organize,conduct & evaluate training & development programmes to enhanceorganizational and individual performance of operational personnel andcommercial customers
Detailed Description

Design and Develop Dangerous goods and Cargo training programs in compliance with Industry standards, Organizational needs and staff development needs.
Organize training logistics including preparation of learning material and venue arrangements.
Conduct training needs assessment to Identify training and development needs in areas of Dangerous goods regulations- all categories, Cargo skills and procedures, Perishable Cargo Regulations, Live Animals Regulations, Warehousing Skills and other relevant staff development courses.
Deliver training programs in areas of Dangerous Goods Regulations – all categories, Cargo skills and procedures, Perishable Cargo Regulations, Live Animals Regulations, Warehousing Skills and other relevant staff development courses in accordance with the approved syllabi/curriculum.
Prepare, administer, mark examinations and communicate results.
Prepare reports on all trainings conducted to enable continuous evaluation of training.
Issue certificates to qualified participants
Prepare and submit accurate and complete training records within the stipulated time
Review training materials to reflect changes in operations, Civil Aviation Authority and IATA manuals
Maintain competency, qualification and where required certified in the subject matter required to deliver
Act as internal consultant in subject matter areas and support in driving organization change
Participate in the development and sharing of annual training calendar in liaison with relevant managers
Create a learning culture by always engaging learners and their managers.
Collect participants feedback on delivered learning solutions and ensure regular evolution training
Monitor and evaluate implementation of the trainings to ensure effective transfer of skills and identify further training needs to continuously improve performance (Level 3).
Support in the development, monitoring and implementation of e-learning in subject matter areas.
Deliver commercial training programs to contribute to the achievement of revenue generation

Job Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree/Diploma
Valid Dangerous Goods Regulations Category 6
Must have completed Cargo Skills and procedures, Live Animals Regulations and Perishable Cargo Regulations
Have a minimum of five (5) years in Cargo Operations but must have not less than two (2) years of working experience in the acceptance of Dangerous Goods
Three (3) years in Supervisory role in Air Cargo Operations

Additional Details

Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
Leading self
Instructional design and delivery skills
Motivational skills
Proficiency in office productivity skills

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November 2, 2024