Jobs Kenya

Job Experience: Experience of 3 – 5 years

  • Agile Lead Software Development Manager

    Agile Lead Software Development Manager

    Job description
    At JUMO we are motivated by an ambitious purpose and inspired by the exceptional people that we work with We are looking for an Agile Lead to join our Engineering team. This position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya and will report to the Director // Engineering.
    Job Purpose
    Enabling individuals and cross-functional teams to achieve the Engineeing team’s overall priorities through the facilitating and leading of discussions that drive planning, problem solving and overall increases in productivity.
    Key Responsibilities

    Grow a group of talented individuals, in a non-traditional environment, into a high-performance team by leading continual improvement through introspection and adaptation
    Create transparency through daily stand-ups, scrum boards, weekly and monthly agile ceremonies
    Provide regular feedback and insights to internal stakeholders on overall performance and highlighting key issues to resolve potential issues and for decision making
    Facilitating the flow and volume of work and to ensure optimal levels of productivity in line with business needs
    Creating boundaries and eliminating blockers to enable the team to focus on sprint committments

    Capabilities

    Great verbal and written communication
    Strong track record of personal and servant leadership
    Self-starter, ability to take initiative
    Firm, but tactful
    Sense of humor
    Collaborative
    Resilient

    Key Requirements

    3-5 years as Scrum Master or Agile Project Manager
    Experience with agile project management tools such as JIRA or Pivotal Tracker
    High degree of computer literacy
    Certified Scrum Master is desirable
    Tertiary Degree is desirable
    Comfort with Agile/Scrum outside of software development

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  • Senior Admin / HR Officer

    Senior Admin / HR Officer

    Job Description
    ACTED Kenya/Somalia is looking for experienced self-driven and self-oriented professionals tfill the position of an ADMIN/HR Officer;

    ADMIN/HR Officer

    Maintain and enhance the organization’s human resources by planning, implementing, and evaluating employee relations and human resources policies, programs, and practices

    Recruitment

    Ensure that open and transparent recruitment procedures are followed as per ACTED policies.
    Responsible for effective and fast recruitment processes both internally and externally
    Work closely with AHRM and CFM tdeliver recruitment needs and fill vacancies within the targeted time
    Design recruitment advertisements for open position in ACTED Kenya/Somalia
    Screen applications for basic compliance with position qualifications, summarize CV’s for easier evaluation by the department heads before sharing with the relevant heads of department
    Obtain and assess all credentials of the candidates when required
    Forward shortlisted CV’s tthe concerned department heads for evaluation and interviews
    Schedules interviews and ensure feedbacks are given teach interviewed candidates
    Actively participate in all interviews.
    Maintain an active and organized data bank of applicants for various positions
    Report weekly and when required trecruitment & staffing management for progress update and further instructions
    Updating the website on job positions and the internal vacancy notices
    Assists senior managers with defining their specific recruitment requirements per position
    Conduct reference checks for all tbe hired/successful candidates
    Prepares employees for assignments by establishing and conducting orientation and training programs.
    Ensures planning, monitoring, and appraisal of employee work results by training managers tcoach and discipline employees;
    Maintains management guidelines by preparing, updating, and recommending human resource policies and procedures.

    Training & Capacity building

    Maintain up tdate follow up table and share with the ADMIN/HR Manager on bi weekly & monthly basis.
    Tprovide technical support tthe field HR/Admin Assistant and Field Admin/HR staff

    Organigram updates
    Appraisal Management

    In charge of Various Admin related duties
    Any other task as requested by the AHRM

    Qualifications/Skills Required

    Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Human Resource, Public Relations or related field.
    3-5 Years Experience in Recruitment preferably in an INGwith a proven track record of success
    Acquaintance with Kenya employment labour laws, various regulations and statutory law in Somalia.
    Computer Literate – MS Outlook and Excel and basic software application and familiarity with the internet and email communications
    Excellent communication skills, Strong analytical skills (context, people …)
    Competencies based interviewing experience
    Online recruitment systems experience
    Understanding of skills & Psychometric assessments (An advantage)
    Good understanding of the Somalia context is an asset advantage-Kenya/Somali nations are encouraged tapply.
    Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability testablish effective work relations at all levels,
    Proven ability tprioritize tasks, meet deadlines and work with limited supervision, pro-active and a good team-player.
    Capacity tbuild a maintain a strong professional network

  • Department Head (Fresh Food) – Majid Al Futtaim Retail

    Department Head (Fresh Food) – Majid Al Futtaim Retail

    Job description
    Role Purpose:
    Store Department Head has to ensure quality, range and freshness (food) of offered goods to attract and satisfy the customers.
    It includes as well the responsibility to coordinate and communicate between Merchandisers and Sales Team and other relevant service providers within the assigned area.
    Role Details – Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

    Interpret laws, rulings and regulations for individuals and businesses.
    Respect and ensure the implementation of the security & hygiene procedures (assets and employees) in the Department.
    Guarantee the quality of services offered to customers in the department as well as listening to customer needs and suggestions.
    Monitor and follow up the movement of the product in the promotional area (G1, G2 …etc.) and take the immediate corrective action when/where needed.
    Respect national concepts application in the department.
    Monitor inventory stock and reorder when inventory drops to a specified level.
    Participate with management team to the stores strategic plan and guarantee its proper execution.
    Enforce (food) safety, health and security rules within the department.
    Manage the performance of the whole department (Sales margin, stock level, shrinkage, costs and fees).
    Ensure the proper conservation, utilization and profitability of the department’s assets
    Guarantee the quality, the application and protection of company’s “Know-How”..
    Ensure assortments are aligned with each store’s specific cultural, economic and social features.
    Oversee the establishment of a competitive assortment offer, to secure Majid Al Futtaim Retail a leading position in the country.
    Develop the price image and freshness image.
    Initiate and motivate comparative studies between Sections that can contribute to the efficiency of the commercial concepts.
    Attend customers when they need support, listen to their requirements and offer solutions.
    Monitor sales activities to ensure that customers receive best-in-class service and quality goods as or above set standards.
    Ensure product availability and service level at any point of time and ensure that the presentation of goods is in line with agreed plans.
    Monitor and report competitor activities (Prices, range, quality etc.) and forward solutions to be best-in-class.
    Examine merchandise to ensure correct pricing and display and that it functions as advertised.
    Ensure that product presentation is in line within set guidelines and standards and take corrective actions if needed.

    Personal Characteristics and Required Background
    Skillset (job specific technical skills and behavioral competencies needed):

    Excellent business communication and presentation skills.
    Good Communication and Presentation Skills
    Customer Service Orientation
    Time Management
    General Product Knowledge is an advantage
    English (Full professional proficiency – Required)
    Arabic (Limited working proficiency – Preferred)

    Country Language where applicable
    Minimum Experience:

    3 to 5 years in Retail Business.
    2 years in an operations supervisory role.
    Expert in Fresh Food field.

    Minimum Qualifications/education:

    Bachelors’ Degree in Commerce or Finance.

  • Project Engineer Radiographer Clinical Officer

    Project Engineer Radiographer Clinical Officer

    Job description
    MAIN JOB PURPOSE

    The Purpose of the Projects Engineer role is to ensure that engineering services are provided to facilitate efficient plant functioning and to achieve factory performance targets.

    Job Summary

    SHE

    Interprets relevant laws to ensure that standards and laws are implemented and adhered to.
    Investigates accidents and incidents and draws up reports.

    Budget

    Accountable for cost estimations and budget proposals.
    Responsible for the control and execution of work against a budget and authorisations within authority limits.
    Is responsible for ensuring capitalisation of the whole project (mechanical, electrical etc.).
    Specifies scope of work and ensures projects remain within budget.
    Obtains quotes for projects and raises the budget to deliver agreed maintenance/continuous improvement.
    Raises MMI project (miscellaneous minor items).
    Manages capital budgets by designing, implementing and commissioning the project and allocating budget and resource accordingly.

    Projects

    Responsible for the design, implementation, commissioning and hand over of projects within own area of responsibility, with emphasis on the implementation of respective engineering discipline.
    Is responsible for the writing up and training of SOP’s.
    Provides respective discipline input in multi-disciplinary projects (mechanical/ civil/ electrical).
    Draws up buying contracts, technical specifications and outlines scope of work.

    Continuous Improvement

    Makes recommendations and actions improvements within area of responsibility.
    Designs out recurring engineering problems to prevent breakdown into the future.
    Investigates, analyses and actions solutions to relevant problems identified.
    Responsible for the development and implementation of procedures and standards by sourcing and evaluating materials.

    Key Requirements

    Relevant Engineering Degree or relevant B.Tech
    3-5 years engineering experience in a manufacturing industry and capital project
    Knowledge of Excel, MS Projects, Project Schedule, SAP (Plant Maintenance and Purchasing)
    Understanding of OSH Act.
    Project Management skills.
    Customer relationship management experience
    Must be flexible to oversee projects outside Nairobi

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  • Technical Project Manager

    Technical Project Manager

    Core functions

    Project Management

    Proactively manage the implementation of key strategic projects in Kenya (within quality, cost and delivery parameters).
    Schedule and plan all installations and maintenance calls nationally
    Manage cross functional and local project teams
    Implement project scheduling and control tools to monitor projects plans, work hours, budgets and expenditures.
    Manage capacity and allocation throughout the project team.
    Financial reporting on projects and all work-in-progress.
    Manage and mitigate projects risks
    Conform to all safety and environmental requirements
    Report to the Project Director, Operations Manager and company executives in-line with the agreed reporting structure and frequencies.
    National and some international travel will be required

    Project Management Office

    Manage the day to day running of the project office
    Manage PMO staff against project responsibilities
    Manage the PMO expense budget

    Requirements

    Mechanical Engineering or similar technical qualification, and
    Degree educated with Project Management qualification (Prince 2)
    Minimum 5 years project management experience
    Minimum 3 years technical installation experience
    Skilled in interpreting and evaluating technical drawings
    Proven experience in managing and leading teams specifically in the technical and installation space
    AdvancedMS Office (Excel, Word, Powerpoint).
    MS Project, Smartsheet or similar Project management software knowledge advantageous
    Drivers licence and own vehicle essential

  • Response Officer

    Response Officer

    Main Purpose of the Role
    ​The Response Officer will assist with the implementation and development of World Animal Protection’s initiatives in support of the overall objectives in disaster relief efforts. S/he will assist with the implementation of disaster response and recovery. This position will report to the Response Manager and perform these functions with guidance of the Programmes Director, Animals in Disaster.
    The Response Officer represents the organisation in external fora, to governments, local authorities, INGOs and media.
    Accountability

    Achievement of the global strategic objectives associated with the Animals in disasters programme
    Global disaster interventions, performance management & reporting

    Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in the humanitarian field, public health, veterinary epidemiology
    3+ years of experience working with animals in difficult circumstances Substantial experience of leading Emergency and Disaster response operations essential.
    Current First Aid and Risk Assessment Qualifications
    Trained in Veterinary Emergency Response and Livestock Emergency Guideline Standards (LEGS)

    Desirable

    Experience of working in an international NGO environment.
    Experience of matrix management, across multiple projects in a medium/large sized organisation.
    Disaster management, emergency response field operations or campaigns experience preferred.
    Understanding of global and regional political and socio-economic issues and trends of relevance to animal welfare.

  • WordPress Developer

    WordPress Developer

    Job description
    Our client believes happy people deliver excellent results. This is why they exist, to create a working environment where their staff can do what they were born to do: create software that makes impact. They build interesting web/app solutions for the Dutch and Kenyan market either commissioned by their customers or own solutions in interesting partnerships.
    Profile Summary:
    They are looking to hire a strong, enthusiastic WordPress teammate. Someone with at least 3 years experience on the platform itself and preferably on other similar platforms as well. Someone who is willing to take on the challenge working with far remote clients and likes to work with inspiring colleagues.
    The Role:

    You will design, develop and maintain WordPress solutions in collaboration with Dutch colleagues for their clients in Nairobi and the Netherlands.
    You will have an important role in establishing their web development team in Nairobi office, aimed to deliver and service WordPress set ups.
    You will discuss projects with the Dutch specialists and work towards the best possible outcomes.

    You need to bring:

    Confidence in writing WordPress plugins, well organized (child-) themes and know par excellence how to maneuver in a WordPress environment.
    Broad knowledge around WordPress, similar CMS platforms and web frameworks. Knowing how to shortcut your team to the best available solutions in the field.
    Good PHP, JS and general coding habits. Be able to use patterns and write reusable, maintainable code.
    Up-to-date knowledge and best practices and being on top of recent developments plus new versions of the platform.
    Good understanding of development and (automated) testing methodologies, and ensuring QA standards.
    You are able to collaborate on code using version control systems, such as Git.
    Previous experience with working in an Agile team would be a great advantage!

    Besides knowledge they are looking for the following competencies:

    Minimum of 5 years of work experience on web development.
    Minimum of 3 years collected in WordPress project experience.
    Minimum a Bachelor’s degree in relevant areas e.g. ICT, web/app design, etc.
    Strong English written and vocal communication skills.
    Cultural awareness and the ability to work with Western management.
    Entrepreneurial spirit, willing to assist in growing the office.
    Energized and passionate about all you do in life.
    Flexible, open for new challenges and able to think out of the box.
    Responsible for finishing the work on time.
    Real team player who works together with other specialists in order to create the best result.
    Your assertive attitude enables you to collaborate remotely in a virtual team.
    Willing to learn new technologies and ways of working with the aim of increased efficiency

    They offer you:

    A competitive salary
    Healthcare, lunch at work
    Working with and receiving training and coaching from some of the best developers of The Netherlands.
    Working in an agile environment with low hierarchy and lots of growing opportunities with a great focus on employee happiness.
    Great employment opportunity with room for creativity, development of your own career and inspiring team building.

  • Office Administration

    Office Administration

    Job Details:
    General Requirements:
    The position will provide Godly leadership and work to oversee the general operation and administrative needs of CCK, ensuring the proper functioning of the organization’s community development and environmental education programs.
    The individual will take responsibility for the smooth running of the CCK office where his/her professionalism, initiative and office administration skills will be welcomed. He/she will undertake other jobs relating to human resource and accounting duties.
    The position holder reports to the Director for overall administrative duties and to the Special Projects & Finance Consultant for bookkeeping and financial matters.
    Required Education, Skills and Experience:

    Minimum KCSE Certificate of Grade C+ or above
    Diploma in Business Administration with experience in handling Human Resource and Accounting duties
    Minimum 3-5 years relevant work experience in the Business Administration field
    Mature Christian of proven integrity and trustworthiness
    A person with a heart for ministry who is willing to learn and be committed to creation-care and environmental stewardship.
    Good interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
    A self-starter who takes initiative in priotizing work activities and requiring little or no supervision
    Ability to organize work, handle multiple responsibilities, supervise others and work as a part of a team.
    Strong computer proficiency in Microsoft Suite of products i.e. Word and Excel
    Strong book-keeping & accounting skills with Quick Books experience
    Able to manage the HR and statutory needs of the organization
    A person who is friendly, objective, and who has good customer service skills

    Working Condition:
    Care of Creation Kenya (CCK) is a Christian organization and the individual must be willing to agree to its organizational mission and vision, core values and ethos. The position requires that the person works in Kijabe and lives nearby.

  • Customer Service

    Customer Service

    Sheer Logic Management Consultants is seeking to engage a dynamic individual for a Customer Service in imports and exports position for one of our clients.
    Roles & Responibilities

    Drive success of Availability & Freshness
    Build Relationship and trust with the Customers through effective communication with the customers to align changes on the orders requested and planned delivery date and time.
    Maintain the contacts with the customer
    Support performance excellence with the Customer:
    Deliver supply chain excellence by implementing continuous improvement projects and routines
    Contribute the acquired insight to develop sku’s and packaging which fit the Customer’s expectations

    Minimum Skills And Competencies;

    A Bachelor’s degree in Business Management/ Procurement.
    A minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in FMCG customer service Imports & exports.
    Must demonstrate good organizational awareness.
    Very strong communication skills and ability to interact positively across Internal and external functions
    Demand or supply planning skills will be an added advantage
    Proficiency in SAP