The Role:
You will facilitate the set-up of a coordinated Urban Early Action mechanism within the Nairobi County Government and coordinate public campaigns. You will manage key relationships with government ministries, parliamentarians, donors and international institutions in a way that brings impact. In addition, you will be expected to lead the media advocacy work and the development of advocacy materials such as policy briefs, position papers and any other material relevant to the campaign.
You will have:
Between 3 – 5 years of experience in campaigns, advocacy and lobbying and a degree in law, political science or social studies and demonstrable experience in influencing government, donors, and other organizations through representation and/or advocacy, especially national governments.
Have provable record of sound political judgment and strong ability to engage with and influence decision makers.
You will offer a wealth of knowledge of social economic & political development in Kenya.
Have strong interpersonal and communication skills in addition to experience in dealing with media and, the ability to manage complex and sensitive organizational relationships will be a requirement for the role.
If you believe you are the candidate we are looking for, please submit your application and CV detailing your experience for the post and include daytime telephone contacts.
At Oxfam we are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equity within our organization.
Job Experience: Experience of 3 – 5 years
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Advocacy Advisor (Urban Early Warning Early Action)
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Fleet Manager
Job Purpose/Summary
The job holder will be managing the profitability of the company’s fleet through sound management of vehicle utilization and Turn-around-Time, fuel analysis and reconciliation, tyre usage, procuring spare parts/tires, and instilling discipline among drivers among other things.
Fleet Manager Job Duties and Responsibilities
Reports (P&L) Analyzing the company’s fleet profitability per vehicle unit and as a Fleet analysis. The report is due for the previous month on or before the 7th of the current month.
Ensure the security of motor vehicles in all company operations including fitting of security devices.
Ensure all motor vehicles comply with statutory requirements.
Scheduling of the vehicles and assigning duties to drivers and assistant drivers.
Ensure that the company fleet is maintained to the level that meets more than statutory requirements.
Introduce, maintain and manage the system of transport key performance indicators consisting of safety records, kilometers traveled against the amount of fuel consumed and vehicle availability.
Instill the rules of safety and security in drivers.
Monitor operational achievement of performance goals, customer service and productivity levels of the drivers to ensure they are commensurate with contract standards.
Ensure carrier compliance with all safety, environmental, and organizational policies and procedures in all processes involving product transit and delivery.
Assist in developing risk management programs to ensure continuity of supply in emergency scenarios.
Manage the fleet of vehicles to ensure Zero accidents both on the roads and yards, fuel efficiency and proper truck general maintenance.
Requirements for the Fleet Manager Job
A minimum of a degree in Logistics, Accounting or a Business related course and its equivalent.
3-5 years’ logistics or general transportation experience of which 2 years should have been as at a Supervisory or management role with a busy transportation company.
Proven work experience in fleet management, distribution, logistics or trucking business highly desirable.
Prior experience managing teams is required.
Able to influence and work with client organizations at a senior level.
Able to offer solutions for different scenarios.
A good understanding of corporate cultures, people performance and behavioral development.
Professional attitude and appearance.
Process driven.
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Sales Manager
Job description
As a Sales Manager For Structural Heart You Will
Manage the achievement of unit, revenue and profitability goals of the SH BU in SSA
Assist the Region in achieving overall revenue and market development objectives.
Gain/increase market share in that business by promoting, selling, and servicing Medtronic’s products and services within the SSA region
Manage SH head count in SSA
Establish and maintain marketing strategies to meet organizational objectives
Work with your sales reps to evaluate customer needs and capabilities, market conditions, competitor data
Drive the implementation of marketing plans/strategies and changes as needed.
Oversees all marketing, advertising and promotional staff and activities.
Establish plans and activities to achieve revenue & profitability growth as outlined for the SH Division (SSA).
Provides the leadership and day to day direction for the SSA SH team and portfolio.
Collaborate & work with other Business Units in the Cardiac& Vascular group to create synergies that strengthen the CVG Business Strategy and Value Proposition
You will be responsible for:
Develop and implement strategies to achieve short and long term business targets and objectives.
Develop skills of the sales staff in SSA to ensure they are self- efficient
Develops and Implement annual SSA marketing plans in conjunction with sales and marketing teams, which details activities to follow during the fiscal year, which will focus on meeting organizational objectives and achieving AOP.
Managing the entire SSA SH product line life cycle from strategic planning to tactical activities.
Analysis of customer research, current market conditions and competitor information and activity.
Direct and motivate distributors and/or their sales force to achieve unit and revenue goals
Acts with accountability to achieve the strategic imperatives defined for the SH Division.
Identifies business growth opportunities and potential unmet customer requirements and provides vision and focus to move ideas to marketplace.
Meets with key healthcare specialists to discuss product features and benefits as well as strategies to develop Cardiac Surgery skills in SSA.
Assures local input to plans and programs including product launches and promotional programs and training needs.
Works with business unit to provide input on forecasts, inventory control, phase in/out plans, clinical evaluation, etc.
Supports regional activities for promotion and public relations, including support for Medical meetings.
Consistently and effectively communicates business/marketing strategies and directions to CVG SSA Business Lead and CSH MEACAT Business Director, and works with them to implement these.
Meets with customers regularly to assess future market needs, as well as to maintain positive relationships with key opinion leaders. Should also identify, ‘recruit’ and retain KOL’s to support growth strategy.
You Can Offer Medtronic
Minimum of 3 to 5 year experience in the Structural Heart or Cardiovascular Market
Very strong knowledge of the SH product portfolio/therapies or the Cardiac Surgery Field.
Science/Pharmacy/Medical degree required. Relevant tertiary qualification would be highly beneficial.
Strong knowledge and understanding of the current SSA market.
Strong in marketing management skills particularly in market development & marketing strategies, product positioning, quality improvement education, pricing and reimbursement.
Ability to plan, manage and execute projects within budget and on schedule.
Ability to identify, manage and improve marketing processes and derive commercial benefit.
Strong relationships with leading and influential SH related customers
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to coordinate the efforts of a large team of diverse creative employees.
Demonstrated ability to increase productivity and continuously improve methods, approaches, and departmental contribution.
Ability to work co-operatively in a matrix environment.
Must be able to work in a team with Product Managers in RSA/SSA & the Middle East
Must possess strong creativity and leadership skills. Ability to motivate a team to deliver exceptional results.
Strong strategic and entrepreneurial mind set
Capability to establish and use networks to acquire information.
Language skills: English and (ideally) a second one.
Results Orientation (AOP, Goals, Profitability, Market Share, etc.)
Integrity
Quality Orientation
Continuous Learning
Innovation
Leadership Competencies.
Highly motivated and ability to work under pressure.
Formal presentation skills and MS Office Skills.
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Food & Nutrition Pillar Manager
Job Purpose
The Food & Nutrition Pillar Manager will provide technical leadership and oversight to the Feed Nutrition Programs. Under the supervision of head of Programs, the FAN manager will oversee technical staff and ensure effective implementation of Nutrition projects as well as integration of nutrition within other pillars. She/he will be responsible for leading a broad spectrum of activities, including strategic planning, overall program execution and evaluation, technical thought leadership and facilitation of current knowledge sharing.
Roles and Responsibilities
Provides technical direction to the team for the design, implementation and monitoring of project activities.
Coordinates, manages and evaluates technical staff, and programmatic activities to ensure overall efficiency and effectiveness
Participate in formulation, implementation and monitoring of assigned budgetary responsibilities.
Ensures that internal and external reporting and documentation requirements are on-time and accurate
Assesses staff capacities and coordinates initial or ongoing trainings based on need and program goals
Plays a lead role in the recruitment, orientation and training of new technical program staff
Models leadership to all staff and intentionally develops the Supervisor’s leadership potential
Prepares a monthly report using the information provided by the Supervisor
Supervises in the field each Supervisor who reports to him/her at least once per month, conducts QIVCs and completes all sections of the Supervisor supportive supervision checklist every quarter
Ensures that the project are well represented in national, county and sub county-level meetings and forums
Cultivate and maintain good working relations with local communities and Government representatives.
Attend Nutrition-related coordination meetings and participates in nutrition technical working groups/forums
Assist in project review and documentation of lessons learnt for wider dissemination.
Perform other duties as would be required by the Head of Programs.
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in Food Nutrition & Dietetics. MS/MPH in public health or related field will be an added advantage
3-4 years’ experience and demonstrated expertise in Nutrition.
Current membership with Nutrition association
Valid certificate of good conduct
Relevant skills:
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
Capability to seek and raise funds
Demonstrated Problem solving skills flexibility time sensitive and creative
Strong leadership skills with demonstrated ability to manage and motivate teams
Demonstrated Planning skills, Prioritizing and identifying opportunities and
Excellent training and presentation skills, able to multi task with attention to detail.
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Senior Programme Manager
Key Responsibilities
Programme Management
Ensure that regional and country programmes are aligned with Sense International’s global Strategy and East Africa Regional Strategy and policies.
Ensure high quality programme management, in line with donor requirements and SI policies and procedures, including reviewing quarterly reports and providing feedback on narrative and financial data to country teams.
Monitor key performance indicators, risks and support country teams with quality assurance to ensure maintenance of high reputation.
Ensure effective programme planning and implementation as well as seeking out opportunities for continuous improvement and innovation.
Support country teams with reviewing and updating country strategies and plans.
Ensure that technical support needs are appropriately met and support country teams with capacity building. Contract and oversee consultants as needed for specialist work such as provision of technical assistance on deaf-blindness, quality assurance, audits, research and scoping of innovation.
Conduct regular programme visits to review progress and support country teams if they face challenges.
Ensure strong promotion of the impacts and outcomes achieved by the East Africa programme using a variety of platforms including providing web updates / content in alignment with the SI communications strategy and brand guidance.
Support country teams to develop research and policy on thematic issues.
Support country teams with professional development, HR issues and capacity development linking them to colleagues in Sense or to sources of external expertise as needed.
Financial Management
Ensure strong budgeting, disbursement, reporting and forecasting for all work in East Africa working collaboratively with the UK-based Finance team and country teams.
Monitor regional plans and budgets on monthly and quarterly basis to ensure effective programme delivery.
Report to the Director of SI regularly on programme expenditure highlighting variances and potential delays in programme implementation.
Collaborate with Finance colleagues to ensure effective systems are in place for managing finances related to the programmes operations and to ensure adherence to high standards of financial management in accordance with SI’s Finance Manual and other policies.
Contribute to development of new project / programme budgets and the annual and three year rolling SI budget.
Grant / Contract Management and resource mobilisation
Maintain an overview of grants for East Africa and support country teams to deliver excellent grant compliance and the timely provision of high quality narrative and financial reports, collaborating with Sense Statutory fundraising colleagues where needed.
Proactively seek out funding opportunities and support development of strong proposals. Ensure that UK-based Sense fundraising colleagues have the information they need about the East African programmes.
Representation
Participate in relevant coalitions and support strategic partnerships with NGOs and other partners.
Represent the East Africa programme at meetings with decision-makers, SI supporters, potential donors, and trustees as required.
Support management of Goodwill Ambassadors in the Region.
Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEAL) Work as the SI focal point / expert for MEAL, contributing to MEAL frameworks, evaluations and capacity building across SI, including advising teams in other parts of the world.
Ensure strong MEAL frameworks are in place for all programme work in East Africa.
Support reflection and sharing of learning between the East Africa Programme countries and between East Africa and the rest of Sense International.
Lead on programme expansion
Scope out new opportunities for SI in other countries in the East Africa region and as appropriate lead due diligence reviews of new partners or the establishment of new SI operations.
Other duties
The EASPM will be expected to work flexible hours to accommodate meetings or time differences and to travel for up to 45 days a year to work with the teams in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda, as well as any new countries of operation in the region. If based in Nairobi the EASPM will be need to make regular visits to the UK to collaborate with the SI in London.
The EASPM will work closely with the Country Director / Country Representatives to support them across the breadth of their responsibilities, as well as with the SI Director (London based) who line-manages the Country Director / Country Representatives.
The EASPM will work closely with the Senior Programme Manager (London-based), who supports programmes in other parts of the world, to ensure coherent standards across SI and when working on cross-organisational projects such as MEAL or gender.
Contribute to the Sense International Leadership Team (SILT) along with the East Africa Country Representatives / Country Director, Senior Programme Manager and others. Make an active contribution to SI-wide discussions, policies and plans. -
Associate Program Officer
Description
Afya Uzazi Nakuru/Baringo Program is supported by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and aims to enhance access and utilization of quality family planning/reproductive, maternal, newborn, child and adolescent health services in the two counties. As part of its learning and knowledge management function, Afya Uzazi works with key stakeholders, including USAID’s PACE Project, national and local policymakers and implementing partners to improve the use of evidence by synthesizing and packaging information to facilitate use, translating evidence into actionable findings and improving access to user-friendly tools and resources.
The Associate Program Officer provides technical assistance and support to the program. Collects, compiles, and analyzes information relevant to the program. Provides administrative and project support, in addition to communication efforts related to program management and execution. Ensures compliance with internal and external regulations. Monitors budget for programs and develops monitoring system for reviewing project status. Ensures completion of program while adhering to budget, scope, and schedule requirements. Develops/Reviews work plans, prepares presentations, and supports other related program objectives and deliverables.
Job Summary / Responsibilities
Program Development and Management
Provide support to program/technical staff for coordinated and integrated project delivery
Particpate in development, and implementation tracking of annual project workplans.
Develop performance progress report in collaboration with technical teams within the set timelines and in response to donor requirements and work plan objectives.
In collaboration with relevant project teams (technical/finance), draft and manage partner sub awards encompassing scopes of work, budgets, work plans. In addition, draft memorandums of understanding and other contractual documents between FHI360/Afya Uzazi and partners.
Facilitate quarterly performance review meetings with project staff and partners in the Counties.
Support technical teams to develop schedules of supportive supervision and progress monitoring of project activities.
Ensure partners submit all reports in a timely fashion, review narrative and finacial reports per workplans, scopes of works.
Identification of partners organizational capacity gaps and generated capacity building action plans to address identified gaps.
Provide program monitoring support and capacity building to designated implementing Partners to ensure timely implementation of subagreement schedules/workplans and timely program and finance reporting
Keep government heads and other stakeholders informed about the project, and updated on progress and opportunities for collaboration and ensure the project is represented at stakeholder forums.
Respond to a variety of programmatic, financial, administrative and logistics needs and requirements generated from the partners, project staff, project management, donors and monitoring project website.
Ensure equitable allocation, efficient and effective utilization of project resources
Ensure that Afya Uzazi is consistently branded for visibility in all areas of operation.
Review, edit and format project document: workplans and quarterly reports
Tracks performance against Financial Cost objective (FCO), project timelines, budget, objectives, and deliverables.
Support to Chief of Party (COP)
Communicates regularly with project team leads to keep them abreast with project progress; provide timely information on issues that need their attention and intervention.
Respond to program related request from the office of the Project Director
Organize strategic partners’ meetings, document deliberations and communicate the same
Document deliberations of the project management team(PMT) and share with the team
Maintain a database/ filing system of project documents
Support in preparation for donor visits and take clear notes of feedback from USAID performance review meeting indicating various points of action
Holds regular update and feedback meetings with staff to ensure they work in an integrated manner; address issues that may hamper a smooth working process and resolve problems/conflict with tact.
Communicate to project staff on various aspect of the project upon request by the Director
Serve as the liaison for internal units, such as finance, contracts, HR, procurement, etc.
Qualifications
REQUIREMENTS: KNOWLEDGE, SKILL, ABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE
Working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures with program design
Strong and demonstrated program/project management skills
Ability to solve problems and implement corrective action as needed
Ability to prepare reports and provide information to management in a timely manner
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail.
Proven ability to work within strict deadlines
Prior national or international work experience in a USAID funded project in a similar capacity
Deep understanding of USG rules and regulations
Demonstrated experience in facilitation with excellent presentation skills
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in health sciences, Education, behavioural, social sciences, international development or related field with 3-5 years’ experience or a master’s degree in public health, international development, project management, social sciences or related field with 1-3 years’ experience.
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Regional Marketing and Communication Manager CRM Project Manager CRM Analyst Brokerage Agent (Business Intelligence) Key Account Manager
DUTIES OF A REGIONAL MARKETING AND COMMUNICATION MANAGER INCLUDE:
Lead the creation of brand awareness campaigns using key metrics to track success and manage outside agencies.
Create and support development of content creation across on and off line channels: video, withe paper, newsletter, website updating, case studies, shooting, Award.
Lead all digital marketing initiatives including SEO, SEM, social media, email marketing, digital partnerships, retargeting and marketing automation.
Develop proposals and detailed outlines for special events, and coordinate all event logistics to ensure outstanding promotion execution.
Implementing communications plans to increase brand awareness and recognition for the organisation.
Develop relationships with key media to secure and grow media coverage both online and offline.
Write press releases for national media and monitor press stories relating to the company and its brand.
Prepare and monitor marketing, communication and event costs, and ensures budgetary compliance.
CORE SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:
Must be an excellent communicator and presenter.
Must be persuasive and diplomatic.
Strong writing, editing, proofreading, layout and design, professional printing/publishing skills are essential.
Have good business awareness.
Must possess excellent organizational and planning skills.
Superior project management and time management skills.
A wide degree of creativity.
Have knowledge of a wide range of marketing techniques and concepts.
Self-motivated with a positive and professional attitude i.e. be able to respond well to pressure.
Photoshop skills are an added advantage.
Be organised and methodical
EXPERIENCE:
Bachelors or master’s degree in marketing, communication, business or a related field.
3-5 years of relevant experience.
Digital experience.
Previous experience as a Marketing Manager for a similar organisation is an added advantage.
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Logistics Inventory Manager
Buildings:
Outcomes
Financial risk (Loss of deposit + added work) on each buildings on each buildings rented are identified and valorized.
Activities:
To visit the buildings in order to confirm pre-identified financial risk done per ACF logistic team at base level
Deliverables:
Report on financial risk for each building
Quotations to document the financial risk
Stocks:
Outcomes
Inventory of the stock is done
Respect of stock procedure is assessed
Activities:
To do the inventory of the stock
To cross check this inventory with the stock report
To focus on on-going project stock and stock of ended project reallocated on on-going project
Deliverables
Updated stock report
Identification and valorization of loss of stock
Equipment:
Outcomes
Equipment list is updated
Operating state of equipment is identified
Equipment are tagged
Inventory of equipments are consistent with SAGA exp.
Activities:
To do the physical check of the equipment pre-identified on the equipment list
To tag the equipment
Deliverables:
Updated equipment list
Identification and valorization of loss of equipment
Profile Required:
Minimum 3-5 years of proven experience in Supply Chain & Stock Management in reputable organizations.
Fluent in English & Somali language.
Having Somali/Kenyan Nationality profile to ensure access to the field base locations in Somalia. -
High School Counsellor
ABOUT THE ROLE
As the School Counsellor you will have the opportunity to craft a vision and strategy for counselling and offer it as a service to the growing school network.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
Model, live and lead the the Nova Culture
Collaboratively develop a Comprehensive School Counseling Policy with the Principal
Deliver a Comprehensive School Counselling Program
Develop and maintain a written plan for effective delivery of the school counseling program based on best practice approaches and in line with the school’s ethos.
Communicate the goals of the comprehensive school counseling policy to education stakeholders (i.e., administrators, teachers, pupils, parents, and community/business leaders).
Maintain current and appropriate resources for education stakeholders.
Provide direct services through the Guidance Curriculum, Individual Student Planning and Preventive and Responsive Services, and most remaining time in program management, system support, and accountability
Use data to develop comprehensive programs that meet student needs.
Provide leadership and collaborate with other educators in the school-wide integration of best practice in counselling.
Implement appropriate and prevention-oriented group activities to meet student needs and school goals.
Plug-into the life skills programme as guided by the office of the Director of Academics and/ or the Principal to support with execution
Assist all pupils, individually or in groups, with developing academic, career and personal/social skills, goals, and plans.
Make use of data to devise interventions, in consultation with the Principal.
Provide individual and group counseling to pupils with identified concerns and needs.
Implement an effective referral and follow-up process as needed.
Accurately and appropriately use assessment procedures for determining and structuring individual and group counseling services. Consult the Principal if there is the need to invite an external service provider for the whole school, or for pupils, or for members of staff.
Provide appropriate information to school personnel related to the comprehensive school counseling program.
Assist teachers, parents/guardians, and other stakeholders in interpreting and understanding student data.
Participate in professional development activities to improve knowledge and skills.
Use available technology resources to enhance the school counseling program.
Adhere to laws, policies, procedures, and ethical standards of the school counseling profession.
Collaborate with parents/guardians and educators to assist pupils with educational, career, and life planning.
Conduct a yearly audit to review the counselling needs and trends in the school, and the extent to which the Counselling programme in the school is effective in its implementation, based on the data collected and analyzed.
Prepare the results of such analysis in a manner that makes it possible to share the information with different stakeholders: pupils, teachers, Network, parents and guardians.
ABOUT YOU
You are passionate about student welfare and want to help them tackle life’s different challenges
You have between 3-5 years of experience in institutional counselling
You have Professional Training in Counselling- Higher National Diploma or Degree
You have previously counselled teens and young adults
You are a great communicator: You are able to provide a clear and persuasive pitch to anyone and have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
​You are results driven, goal oriented, move fast, and take ownership of work.