Jobs Kenya

Job Experience: Experience of 4 – 9 years

  • Monitoring Evaluation and Learning Manager, Kenya PMI Evolve SBC Coordinator – PMI Evolve Kenya

    Monitoring Evaluation and Learning Manager, Kenya PMI Evolve SBC Coordinator – PMI Evolve Kenya

    The Opportunity 

    As a PMI Evolve Monitoring Evalution and Learning (MEL) Manager, you will be responsible for managing and implementing monitoring, evaluation and learning functions. You will play a critical role in measuring our progress towards intended results and informing evidence-driven decisions in integrated vector control. You are the point-of-contact for implementing our MEL plan successfully at the country level and ensuring our program staff and key stakeholders have access to the data they need, when they need it. This position supervises the MEL Database Manager.

    Core Responsibilities

     Lead the collection, organization, analysis, and presentation of PMI Evolve program data. 
     Prepare and ensure timely submission of weekly progress reports and client deliverables. 
     Prepare or review M&E guidelines, standards and/protocols. 
     Co-lead the training of M&E Assistants and Data Entry Clerks. 
     Assist in preparing the project for possible data quality audits to ensure validity, integrity, precision, reliability and timeliness of all performance data, identifying gaps and suggesting timely corrective actions. 
     Supervise, mentor and coach the Database Manager and temporary seasonal M&E staff. 
     Work closely with the vector control team to provide routine feedback during vector control campaigns to help increase data-driven decisions. 
     Design, review and test M&E tools for reporting formats and data collection. These can include mobile-based tools, digitally enumerated satellite images or atlases, and other innovations to data collection, quality, entry, and reporting. 
     Build DHIS2 capacity within partners/actors in-country. 
     Track and report data on all project indicators , prepare monitoring and evaluation plans, as well as contribute to MEL workplans, annual reports, and other contractual project documents. 
     Travel to implementing counties and field sites for routine monitoring, program supervision, and support. 
     Communicate with country and Global Support team to report on activity progress. 
     Identify areas for programmatic improvements and develop recommendations and enhancement solutions based on findings. 
     As needed, coordinate with the entomology team on data collection and analysis. 
     Other duties as assigned. 

    What We Value
    Minimum requirements

     Bachelor’s Degree + Nine years of relevant experience, or Master’s Degree + Seven years of relevant experience, or PhD + Four years of relevant experience. 

    Preferred Requirements

     Master’s desirable. 
     At least 7 year of relevant work experience which includes database management, monitoring & evaluation, or other relevant social science activities. 
     At least 5 years’ experience managing MEL on USAID-funded projects 
     Experience with malaria programs is preferred. 
     Proven track record in managing complex data collection, data management, analysis and reporting activities. 
     Experience demonstrating leadership, communication, coordination, and critical thinking skills in a high-pressure environment. 
     A team player and passionate about and demonstrated ability to building up staff. 
     Experience with DHIS2 required. 
     Experience with mobile platforms (ODK, CommCare, KoboCollect, EpiInfo, Fulcrum, etc.), mobile data collection, GIS applications, GPS measurement data collection, and/or Tableau desirable. 
     Strong analytic and quantitative database management skills, budgeting and report writing. 
     English language fluency is required. 

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  • Finance Manager, Kenya Vector Control Activity

    Finance Manager, Kenya Vector Control Activity

    In 2021, USAID Kenya awarded Abt Associates, the Kenya Vector Control Activity. It seeks to build on PMI investments under PMI AIRS and VectorLink. The purpose of the project is to plan, implement, provide technical assistance for, monitor and evaluate critical malaria vector control activities. This includes indoor residual spraying (IRS) and insecticide treated net (ITN) activities for prevention of malaria in Kenya. The project has six objectives: (1) indoor residual spraying and other proven vector control interventions, (2) entomological monitoring and surveillance, (3) ITN durability monitoring (4) data driven decision making to inform strategic deployment of ITNs and IRS, (5) capacity building of Kenya national malaria program and selected counties and (6) continuous net distribution system in the community through multiple channels. In 2023, Abt Associates shall implement IRS in Busia and Migori Counties and other vector control activities in other counties thereafter as determined by USAID Kenya.

    Core Responsibilities

    Directly supervise an accountant and finance assistant.
    Manage project’s QuickBooks entries.

    Review new vendor records or update existing vendors.
    Review payment authorization form.
    Review, compile and upload supporting documents into accounting system ensuring that the appropriate approvals are obtained, supporting documents package complete and up to Abt and USAID standards.
    Prepare weekly and monthly bank and Mpesa Wallet reconciliations.
    Record expenditures, income, and any other transactions in accounting system
    Confirm that the expenditure types, descriptions, and charge codes are entered correctly.
    Respond to all issue tracking comments.

    Update the project monthly projections and prepare site monthly funding request.
    Review and approve project activity and procurement requisitions against approved budget.
    Participate and support the project annual workplan and budgeting process.
    Review and assure all expenses and supporting documents are compliant with Abt and USAID policies and procedures, are filed in an orderly manner and are audit ready.
    Support in the recruitment, training, and supervision of seasonal finance assistants.
    Oversee petty cash management and conduct periodic cash counts.
    Review travel reports and ensure all advances are cleared within 30 days of travel per Abt policies.
    Manage the DA1 process ensuring follow ups to vendors, correct recording and tracking of payments received and reporting to client.
    Generate community service providers and support staff timesheet and payroll to facilitate timely and accurate payments.
    Process all government taxes and other statutory payments monthly as per government schedule avoiding any tax penality in accordance with the local law.
    Ensure timely monthly preparation of staff payroll by applying the appropriate deductions.
    Track staff vacation and sick leave.
    Assist DCOP Finance and Administration to develop and implement sound internal controls.
    Conduct periodic inventory of the government property and update the inventory list(s).
    Support the startup, general operations, and closedown of the vector control program
    Any other duties as assigned.

    Minimum Qualifications
    What we Value

    Bachelor’s Degree + Nine years of relevant experience, or Master’s Degree + six years of relevant experience, or PhD+ four years of relevant experience
    CPA/ACCA qualifications.
    Experience in payroll management, petty cash management, financial reporting, and budget tracking.
    Excellent analytical and computer skills, with strong experience in Excel and QuickBooks or Quicken

    Preferred Qualifications

    Master’s degree in finance, Acounting, Business Administration, or other relevant field.
    At least 6 years of professional experience managing financial and contractual aspects of international development projects, preferably USAID-funded projects.
    Well-developed and effective organizational skills, including to ability to multi-task and work in a high-pressure environment
    Significant experience managing and supervising financial and procurement management personnel.
    Familiarity with US Government Cost Accounting Standards.
    Experience supporting logistics, procurement, and supply chain management teams highly desirable.

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  • GEDSI MERLA Specialist Global (Remote)

    GEDSI MERLA Specialist Global (Remote)

    As a GEDSI Associate within the MERLA (Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, Learning and Adapting) division of the Equity Capability, you will provide technical leadership in intersectional identities, gender-based violence, technical gender analysis and integration within activities, projects, and proposals across various sectors, including at the nexus of health, energy, agriculture, climate change, food security, and governance. You will implement Culturally Responsive and Equitable Approaches to Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, Learning and Adapting and will lead your work in a manner that models and reinforces equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility and that elevates Abt’s vision, mission, values, culture, and strategic priorities.
    You will join a diverse and collegial environment where we find solutions to the most pressing challenges.

    Core Responsibilities

    Serve as GEDSI MERLA subject matter expert across programs and projects in the resilient economies portfolio with a specific focus on agriculture, market systems, food security, and livelihoods, economic growth, and economic governance. This includes providing a GEDSI lens and advise to theories of change, results frameworks, logic models or other conceptual frameworks; indicators; data collection and data management tools; analytical methods, including GEDSI analyses; data quality assurance protocols; and learning agendas, inclusive of research and evaluation protocols.
    Work closely with portfolio leaders, opportunity leads, and technical staff to embed intersectionality, e.g., race, ethnicity, LGBTQIA2S+ and other identities, into all GEDSI work
    Manage large work streams or processes with limited oversight
    Lead MERLA projects, conduct GEDSI analyses, and develop GEDSI Action Plans
    Provide GEDSI expertise to various opportunities in Abt’s business development pipeline; lead or co-lead equity-focused bids
    Design and deliver GEDSI/equity trainings for various audiences, e.g., project staff, project counterparts, Abt staff
    Monitor trends in the GEDSI arena (practices, funding, monitoring, and research, etc.) and use these to support identification of opportunities and inform MERLA strategies
    Develop/refine Abt MERLA GEDSI/equity tools and frameworks
    Work closely with various projects to ensure a consistent and integrated GEDSI approach across Abt’s global development portfolio
    Support project teams to mentor GEDSI specialists, promote GEDSI/equity best practices, and facilitate learning

    What We Value

    Bachelor’s Degree + 9 years of relevant experience, or Master’s Degree + 7 years of relevant experience, or PhD + 4 years of relevant experience
    Significant experience at an advisory level in intersectionality and GEDSI, with a focus on gender equality in MERLA in resilient economies portfolio
    Experience developing GEDSI MERLA strategies and operationalizing them in USAID and other donor-funded programs and projects
    Strong understanding of USAID and US Government inclusion policies, i.e. Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment Policy, Policy on Promoting the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, LGBTQI+ Inclusive Development Policy, Disability Policy, Youth in Development Policy, US Strategy to Prevent and Respond to GBV, US Strategy on Global Women’s Economic Security)
    Demonstrated ability to ensure gender mainstreaming and social inclusion integration in MERLA activities at a senior level.
    Experience with inclusive stakeholder consultation and with ensuring the input and voices of under-represented and most impacted groups are heard.
    Network of contacts relevant to GEDSI work within the global development community
    Proficiency in cross-cultural communication and engagement with diverse teams
    Willingness and ability to travel internationally periodically as needed
    Experience working overseas is an advantage
    Fluency in English is required as well as strong writing and verbal skills
    Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
    Preferred ability to work professionally in a language other than English

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  • GEDSI MERLA Specialist Global (Remote)

    GEDSI MERLA Specialist Global (Remote)

    As a GEDSI Associate within the MERLA (Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, Learning and Adapting) division of the Equity Capability, you will provide technical leadership in intersectional identities, gender-based violence, technical gender analysis and integration within activities, projects, and proposals across various sectors, including at the nexus of health, energy, agriculture, climate change, food security, and governance. You will implement Culturally Responsive and Equitable Approaches to Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, Learning and Adapting and will lead your work in a manner that models and reinforces equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility and that elevates Abt’s vision, mission, values, culture, and strategic priorities.
    You will join a diverse and collegial environment where we find solutions to the most pressing challenges.

    Core Responsibilities

    Serve as GEDSI MERLA subject matter expert across programs and projects in the resilient economies portfolio with a specific focus on agriculture, market systems, food security, and livelihoods, economic growth, and economic governance. This includes providing a GEDSI lens and advise to theories of change, results frameworks, logic models or other conceptual frameworks; indicators; data collection and data management tools; analytical methods, including GEDSI analyses; data quality assurance protocols; and learning agendas, inclusive of research and evaluation protocols.
    Work closely with portfolio leaders, opportunity leads, and technical staff to embed intersectionality, e.g., race, ethnicity, LGBTQIA2S+ and other identities, into all GEDSI work
    Manage large work streams or processes with limited oversight
    Lead MERLA projects, conduct GEDSI analyses, and develop GEDSI Action Plans
    Provide GEDSI expertise to various opportunities in Abt’s business development pipeline; lead or co-lead equity-focused bids
    Design and deliver GEDSI/equity trainings for various audiences, e.g., project staff, project counterparts, Abt staff
    Monitor trends in the GEDSI arena (practices, funding, monitoring, and research, etc.) and use these to support identification of opportunities and inform MERLA strategies
    Develop/refine Abt MERLA GEDSI/equity tools and frameworks
    Work closely with various projects to ensure a consistent and integrated GEDSI approach across Abt’s global development portfolio
    Support project teams to mentor GEDSI specialists, promote GEDSI/equity best practices, and facilitate learning

    What We Value

    Bachelor’s Degree + 9 years of relevant experience, or Master’s Degree + 7 years of relevant experience, or PhD + 4 years of relevant experience
    Significant experience at an advisory level in intersectionality and GEDSI, with a focus on gender equality in MERLA in resilient economies portfolio
    Experience developing GEDSI MERLA strategies and operationalizing them in USAID and other donor-funded programs and projects
    Strong understanding of USAID and US Government inclusion policies, i.e. Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment Policy, Policy on Promoting the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, LGBTQI+ Inclusive Development Policy, Disability Policy, Youth in Development Policy, US Strategy to Prevent and Respond to GBV, US Strategy on Global Women’s Economic Security)
    Demonstrated ability to ensure gender mainstreaming and social inclusion integration in MERLA activities at a senior level.
    Experience with inclusive stakeholder consultation and with ensuring the input and voices of under-represented and most impacted groups are heard.
    Network of contacts relevant to GEDSI work within the global development community
    Proficiency in cross-cultural communication and engagement with diverse teams
    Willingness and ability to travel internationally periodically as needed
    Experience working overseas is an advantage
    Fluency in English is required as well as strong writing and verbal skills
    Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
    Preferred ability to work professionally in a language other than English

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  • Deputy Head Teacher Kiswahili/Social Studies Teacher

    Deputy Head Teacher Kiswahili/Social Studies Teacher

    The Ark Junior Schools Company Limited wishes to hire a Deputy Head Teacher reporting to the Head Teacher to carry out the following duties and responsibilities;

    Develop and implement the CBC curriculum at all levels to ensure        syllabus is covered in time for evaluation
    Take lead in maintenance of discipline by both teaching and non-teaching staff
    Ensure internal assessments and exams are carried out and prepare students for national assessments
    Ensure instructional materials are sourced and availed for use by teachers and students to support curriculum implementation
    Oversee and supervise all school activities including co-curricular activities
    Take part in the recruitment and induction of new teachers
    Take part in performance appraisal of teaching and non-teaching staff
    Lesson planning, timetabling, maintenance of teaching staff academic
    documents
    Guidance and counselling services to learners
    Interpret curriculum in all subjects to ensure effective teaching and learning
    Organize workshops and seminars for teachers
    Assist write and review educational policies, plans and programs
    Ensure safety and security of learners
    Remedial actions to support learners with performance gaps

    Qualifications and skills required;

    Bachelor of Education degree
    A minimum of 4 years’ experience as Deputy Head Teacher in a  reputable school
    Combination of Mathematics and Science with proven performance in subject area
    TSC certificate is a MUST
    Good communication skills
    Counselling skills

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    Applications should be sent to applications@thearkjuniorschools.comKindly include copies of all academic and professional certificates in your application including KCPE/KCSE Certificates and testimonials by COB Monday 25th March 2024. 

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  • Implementation Lead, East Africa – Health Electrification and Telecommunications Alliance (HETA)

    Implementation Lead, East Africa – Health Electrification and Telecommunications Alliance (HETA)

    You will bring strong project management skills, expertise in the renewable energy space, and familiarity with engineering requirements and business models to support the successful implementation of efforts to energy access, productive uses of electricity, electrification of health facilities and ensure their sustained long-term operations and maintenance.
    It is anticipated that this position will be based in Kenya, with the portfolio of responsibilities covering interventions in both Kenya and Uganda.

    Core Responsibilities

    Manage day-to-day implementation of work plan activities in Kenya and Uganda, ensuring the achievement of all project deliverables and targets in a timely manner.
    Oversee work of HETA partners directly working to electrify health facilities to assure technical quality of their work. 
    Create and manage strong partnerships with HETA partners working in the energy and health sectors to facilitate timely implementation of project activities. 
    Provide management support (programmatic, financial, and administrative) for the project, ensuring full alignment with national and international standards.
    Identify obstacles and risks related to implementation in a timely manner and implement strategies to overcome them.
    Prepare and consolidate information for client and internal reports and conduct preliminary reviews. 
    Implement the learning agenda for the project, use lessons learned to modify project approaches and strategies, and disseminate findings, alongside COP.
    Manage HETA activities including planning and review meetings, field visits, etc.
    Liaise with stakeholders to identify and define needs, potential interventions, and resources.
    Engage HETA project grantees to verify activities outputs and achieved results.
    Ensure communication with other Abt and USAID-funded health projects.
    Maintain the Kenya and Uganda Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) plans updating achieved results on key performance indicators.
    Identify opportunities to develop and expand HETA’s business development in Kenya and Uganda.
    Effectively represent Abt Associates and the project and build and maintain excellent, productive relationships with government counterparts, private sector partners, relevant civil society organizations and donor agencies and serve as a leader in the energy and health community. 
    Uphold the standards of Abt Associates to lead a high performing team; ensure strict compliance to USAID and Abt’s policies, regulations, and internal controls

    What We Value

    Bachelor’s Degree + 9 years of relevant experience, master’s degree + 7 years of relevant experience or Ph.D. + 4 years of relevant experience. 
    An advanced degree in in health, economics, energy/environmental policy, engineering, Master of Business Administration, Juris Doctor, or a related field.
    Experience in managing international development health and/or energy access/electrification projects as a manager; field-based experience with USAID projects preferred.
    Experience of working in Kenya and Uganda and managing donor-funded projects in developing countries. 
    Experience in providing long or short-term in-country technical assistance to developing and/or emergent nations desirable.
    Demonstrated ability to work and coordinate effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders including national governments, regulators, utilities, financial institutions, project developers, donor community, and private sector.
    Excellent interpersonal, diplomacy, and leadership skills, including the ability to manage high-level relationships and supervise early career staff.
    Based in Kenya and understanding of challenges in the health sector and managing donor-funded projects in developing countries.
    Fluency in English required.

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  • Implementation Lead, East Africa – Health Electrification and Telecommunications Alliance (HETA) USAID Kenya Digital Health Ecosystem (DHE), Chief of Party

    Implementation Lead, East Africa – Health Electrification and Telecommunications Alliance (HETA) USAID Kenya Digital Health Ecosystem (DHE), Chief of Party

    The Opportunity

    Health Electrification and Telecommunications Alliance (HETA) is a Global Development Alliance implemented by Abt Associates in partnership with USAID’s Power Africa with a goal to electrify 10,000 health facilities across sub-Saharan Africa. HETA takes a market-based approach to expanding access to reliable energy, leveraging other donor funding and private investment capital, and building public-private partnerships to ensure sustainability.
    In Kenya and Uganda, HETA is working with partners to improve sustainable energy access and digital connectivity at public and private health facilities. You will lead the implementation of HETA work in both countries. Working under the direction of the HETA Deputy Director and Director, you will directly perform a variety of technical and program management functions to facilitate project implementation and manage the day-to-day relationships with key partners to oversee progress toward these targets.
    You will bring strong project management skills, expertise in the renewable energy space, and familiarity with engineering requirements and business models to support the successful implementation of efforts to energy access, productive uses of electricity, electrification of health facilities and ensure their sustained long-term operations and maintenance.
    It is anticipated that this position will be based in Kenya, with the portfolio of responsibilities covering interventions in both Kenya and Uganda.

    Core Responsibilities

    Manage day-to-day implementation of work plan activities in Kenya and Uganda, ensuring the achievement of all project deliverables and targets in a timely manner.
    Oversee work of HETA partners directly working to electrify health facilities to assure technical quality of their work.
    Create and manage strong partnerships with HETA partners working in the energy and health sectors to facilitate timely implementation of project activities.
    Provide management support (programmatic, financial, and administrative) for the project, ensuring full alignment with national and international standards.
    Identify obstacles and risks related to implementation in a timely manner and implement strategies to overcome them.
    Prepare and consolidate information for client and internal reports and conduct preliminary reviews.
    Implement the learning agenda for the project, use lessons learned to modify project approaches and strategies, and disseminate findings, alongside COP.
    Manage HETA activities including planning and review meetings, field visits, etc.
    Liaise with stakeholders to identify and define needs, potential interventions, and resources.
    Engage HETA project grantees to verify activities outputs and achieved results.
    Ensure communication with other Abt and USAID-funded health projects.
    Maintain the Kenya and Uganda Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) plans updating achieved results on key performance indicators.
    Identify opportunities to develop and expand HETA’s business development in Kenya and Uganda.
    Effectively represent Abt Associates and the project and build and maintain excellent, productive relationships with government counterparts, private sector partners, relevant civil society organizations and donor agencies and serve as a leader in the energy and health community.
    Uphold the standards of Abt Associates to lead a high performing team; ensure strict compliance to USAID and Abt’s policies, regulations, and internal controls

    What We Value

    Bachelor’s Degree + 9 years of relevant experience, master’s degree + 7 years of relevant experience or Ph.D. + 4 years of relevant experience.
    An advanced degree in in health, economics, energy/environmental policy, engineering, Master of Business Administration, Juris Doctor, or a related field.
    Experience in managing international development health and/or energy access/electrification projects as a manager; field-based experience with USAID projects preferred.
    Experience of working in Kenya and Uganda and managing donor-funded projects in developing countries.
    Experience in providing long or short-term in-country technical assistance to developing and/or emergent nations desirable.
    Demonstrated ability to work and coordinate effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders including national governments, regulators, utilities, financial institutions, project developers, donor community, and private sector.
    Excellent interpersonal, diplomacy, and leadership skills, including the ability to manage high-level relationships and supervise early career staff.
    Based in Kenya and understanding of challenges in the health sector and managing donor-funded projects in developing countries.
    Fluency in English required.

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  • Head of HR

    Head of HR

    Job objective(s)
    To plan, direct and oversee the implementation of the strategies of the group’s Human Resources Division in the country subsidary and ensure provision of a highly skilled and effective workforce that will deliver on the subsidiay’s strategic objective.
    To ensure that HR practices in the Country subsidiary are in compliance with the Groups Standard Policies and local labour requirements.
    Duties & Responsibilities

    Responsible for overseeing the HR activities and processes, adapting and recommending necessary changes to the Group policies whilst ensuring group standards are maintained
    Ensure processes are in place for the continuous supply of highly skilled and well motivated personnel
    Proactive people management as a strategic resource function through provision of adequate training, effective career development and succession planning within the country subsidiary
    Co-ordinate the HR activities of the country for effective and efficient service delivery
    Adapt group HR policies and procedures and ensure that these work guides, policies and references comply with the requirements of relevant statutory and regulatory authorities in the region
    Propose and implement incentives that reward individual/group value added initiatives to drive the performance driven culture within the country subsidiary
    Plan and manage culture alignment programs in the subsidiary to entrench the culture of the Group
    Ensure an efficient and effective HR Information system is in operation
    Organize and supervise the Salary, payroll and staff benefit administration within the subsidiary
    Responsible for the effective service delivery of the Staff Performance Management System within the region
    Perform other duties as assigned by Group Head of HR

    KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

    Staff Retention rate
    Customer satisfaction index
    Staff Performance Improvement Index
    Timeliness and quality of processing staff related issues
    Compliance to Service level agreements with Internal Clients
    HR Cost to Income ratio
    Overall Staff morale
    Culture compliance index

    JOB REQUIREMENTS
    Education

    A Bachelor’s degree in the Humanities, Social Sciences, Human Resources Management, Business Administration or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
    A Master’s degree in Strategic Human Resources Management, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution is an added advantage
    CHRP Certification, Higher Diploma in HR Management, or a similar HR qualification.
    Full membership to the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM); or membership to other appropriate relevant professional body and in good standing. At least Ten (10) years of experience in HR Operations in a financial institution or organization of similar scale and/or complexity with at least five (5) years in a senior leadership role.

    Experience

    At least 9 years post qualification experience with 4 years in a management position in designing and implementing HCM systems. Banking experience will be an added advantage

    KEY COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
    Knowledge

    Banking Operations (Domestic & International Operations) is desirable
    Human Resource Management
    Global best practices in HCM

    Skill/Competencies

    Leadership / Supervisory
    Coaching / counseling
    Interviewing Skills
    Team building / conflict management
    Organization & coordination
    General managerial / administration
    Customer service
    Negotiation
    Accounting
    Technology Savvy
    Interpersonal skills
    Communication (oral & written)
    Reporting Relationships

    Functionally reports to

    Group Head HR

    Administratively reports to

    Country CEO

    Supervises

    HR Team

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  • Gender Equality, Disability, and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) Specialist

    Gender Equality, Disability, and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) Specialist

    The Opportunity

    Abt Associates Equity Capability is looking for a qualified Gender Equality, Disability, and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) Specialistto provide GEDSI expertise across its global development portfolio, support business development efforts, including building and maintaining strategic relationships, design and implement training and capacity building interventions, design/refine GEDSI tools and frameworks, and help strengthen Abt’s reputation as an equity leader. You will provide technical leadership in intersectional identities, gender-based violence, technical gender analysis and integration within activities, projects, and proposals across various sectors, including at the nexus of health, energy, agriculture, climate change, food security, and governance. You will also work in a manner that models and reinforces equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility and that elevates Abt’s vision, mission, values, culture, and strategic priorities.

    Core Responsibilities

    Serve as GEDSI subject matter expert across programs and projects
    Embed intersectionality, e.g., race, ethnicity, LGBTQIA2S+ and other identities, to GEDSI work
    Manage large work streams or processes with limited oversight
    Lead GEDSI research, conduct GEDSI analyses and develop GEDSI Action Plans
    Provide GEDSI expertise to various opportunities in Abt’s business development pipeline; lead or co-lead equity-focused bids
    Design and deliver GEDSI/equity trainings for various audiences, e.g. project staff, project counterparts, Abt staff
    Monitor trends in the GEDSI arena (practices, funding, monitoring and research, etc.) and use these to support identification of opportunities and inform programming/strategies
    Develop/refine Abt GEDSI/equity tools and frameworks
    Work closely with various projects to ensure a consistent and integrated GEDSI approach across Abt’s global development portfolio
    Contribute to monitoring, evaluation, and learning at the project level
    Support project teams to mentor GEDSI specialists, promote GEDSI/equity best practices, and facilitate learning
    In coordination with the CGEO team, identify and facilitate collaborative partnerships to grow Abt’s reputation and network in the GEDSI space

    What We Value

    Bachelor’s Degree + 9 years of relevant experience, or Master’s Degree + 7 years of relevant experience, or PhD + 4 years of relevant experience
    Significant experience at an advisory level in intersectionality and GEDSI, with a focus on gender equality in project design, implementation, and technical assistance in one or more of the following sectors: health, economic growth, agriculture, climate, governance
    Experience developing GEDSI strategies and operationalizing them in USAID and other donor-funded programs and projects
    Strong understanding of USAID and US Government inclusion policies, i.e. Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment Policy, Policy on Promoting the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, LGBTQI+ Inclusive Development Policy, Disability Policy, Youth in Development Policy, US Strategy to Prevent and Respond to GBV, US Strategy on Global Women’s Economic Security)
    Demonstrated ability to ensure gender mainstreaming and social inclusion integration in project design, implementation, and M&E at a senior level.
    Experience with inclusive stakeholder consultation, and with ensuring the input and voices of under-represented and most impacted groups are heard.
    Demonstrated capacity-strengthening experience, including developing and conducting trainings, mentorship, and coaching of various types of stakeholders
    Network of contacts relevant to GEDSI work within the global development community
    Proficiency in cross-cultural communication and engagement with diverse teams
    Willingness and ability to travel to countries in which Abt works up to 20% time
    Fluency in English is required as well as strong writing and verbal skills
    Preferred ability to work professionally in a foreign language relevant to Abt’s work (French is highly desired).

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  • Legal Counsel: SACEA

    Legal Counsel: SACEA

    You are responsible for the company’s legal activities in a region, business units and /or sub-function areas in the country or across multiple countries. To support commercial and corporate initiatives, you identify business needs and design and implement our legal strategy through the service delivery model. You advise the business on risk, anticipating and addressing internal and external factors and apply your legal specialty area experience to collaborate with other legal colleagues to address legal issues or concerns.

    How you will contribute

    You will develop and ensure the implementation of legal strategies to enable Mondelēz International to compete aggressively, and protect our people, assets and reputation while complying with legal requirements and standards of ethical conduct. You will provide guidance and support to ensure managers are making reasonable and informed decisions regarding legal risks; manage the legal strategy with outside counsel, including spending without compromising financial and reputational risk; and provide in-house and external legal expertise to address the increasingly complex legal environment by partnering with business units, regions and global stakeholders to identify and advise on applicable laws and regulatory changes for a given country and/or across multiple countries.

    What you will bring
    A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career with experience and knowledge in:

    Legal experience, ideally in a large matrixed multinational company
    Strong analytical, strategic vision, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
    Experience assessing, advising on risk, advising/coaching and dispute resolution in a multinational company
    Highest level of integrity and trust; highly credible and willing to express
    Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
    Resourcefulness, including relevant new technologies and systems
    License to practice law in relevant jurisdiction(s)

    More about this role
    What you need to know about this position:

    To protect the company against legal risk by providing quality legal services and to ensure compliance with law and company policy.
    The role is commercially focused with an emphasis on the drafting and vetting of agreements, negotiating transactions and managing disputes. In addition covers franchising, supply chain, IP, property, consumer protection, HR and disputes.
    The successful candidate will need to function independently as they would be the sole legal resource in the Southern, Central & East Africa (SACEA).

    What extra ingredients you will bring:

    Demonstrated people leadership and management.
    High degree of professional ethics and integrity
    Sound judgement and ability to analyse situations and information
    Excellent knowledge and understanding of corporate law and procedures.
    Full comprehension of the influences of the external environment of a multinational corporation.
    Demonstrated ability to create legal defensive or proactive strategies.
    Outstanding communication skills.
    Outstanding problem-solving skills.

    Education / Certifications:

    7 – 9 year’s professional experience post-admission corporate commercial experience with at least 4-5 years’ experience in as Legal in-house role.
    The successful candidate will be required to have at least a working knowledge of IP.
    LLB / Business & Law Degree and proven experience as legal counsel in business environment.

    Job specific requirements:

    Manage and advise on contentious and non-contentious legal and regulatory issues related for Mondelez’s business in SACEA.
    Provide company secretarial support for 4 legal entities within SACEA business unit
    Liaise with, support and manage and/or providing advice counsel acting for Mondelez in litigation
    Keep the business updated with applicable law(s) and changes in law(s) to ensure business compliance with law(s).
    Conduct training(s) on applicable law
    Deal with complex matters with multiple stakeholders and forces
    Provide clarification on legal language or specifications to everyone in the organization.
    Communicate and negotiate with external parties (regulators, external counsel, public authority etc.), creating relations of trust
    Research and evaluate different risk factors regarding business decisions and operations
    Apply effective risk management techniques and offer proactive advise on possible legal issues
    Give accurate and timely counsel to executives in a variety of legal topics (labour law, partnerships, international ventures, corporate finance etc)
    Collaborate with management to devise efficient defense strategies
    Specify internal governance policies and regularly monitor compliance

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