Job Experience: Experience of 4 years

Product Specialist -Structural Heart, Kenya

Job description
Careers that Change Lives
Bring your talents to an industry leader in medical technology and healthcare solutions – we’re a market leader and growing every day. You can be proud to sell medical technologies that are rooted in our long history of mission-driven innovation. Our expanding portfolio delivers measurable clinical and economic value – and opens doors. You will be empowered to shape your own career. We support your growth with the training, mentorship, and guidance you need to own your future success. Together, we can transform healthcare.
Join us for a career in sales that changes lives.
A Day in the Life

We offer you a position where you will be able to gain and maintain market share in the Structural Heart Therapies (Business) by promoting, selling and creating awareness and acceptance of Structural Heart Products- ECTs & HVTs within the East Africa territory comprising mainly Kenya, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Uganda and Rwanda.
You will conclude sales calls to promote, sell and service Medtronic products and services to existing and prospective customers.
You will maintain a close working relationship with all Key Accounts for the SH business.
You will track competitive activity and implants/surgeries and provide monthly field intelligence reports on competitive activities, changes in markets, distribution and pricing, as well as input on customer preferences and product features.
You will attend required seminars and conferences.
You will manage all inventories within the defined sales territory.
You will drive market development activities
You will manage expenses.
You will implementation of marketing strategies.
You will execute Strategic Solutions required to increase access to CVG-SH therapies

Must Haves

Minimum of 4 years’ experience in Medical Sales Market, preferably with Operating Room experience/knowledge
Relevant tertiary qualification
Strong knowledge and understanding of the current East Africa Market
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 interpersonal and communication skills.
Must be able to work in a team and a highly matric organization

Travel Required

Willingness to travel extensively into East Africa
Must be in possession of a valid passport.

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Physical Requirements
The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers.
DISCLAIMER
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

October 25, 2024
Technical Lead (Kenya) Project Officer Africa Partnerships Manager Software Test Engineer Site Reliability Developer

We are looking to immediately hire a Technical Lead to assist our partners in implementing Medic tools to be based in Nairobi, Kenya with 50% travel in Africa.
Please treat the pre-requisite qualifications more as guidelines than as a non-negotiable checklist. Our team is spread around the world, and we need someone who enjoys working virtually and with a diverse team.
Position Information

Report to: Africa Senior Tech Lead

We believe that the technologies, work environments, and approaches to global health and development you’ve experienced in the past, and have mastered in-depth will be useful to further build Medic’s tools and technology. We expect that you are a quick learner and equally quick to adapt to new and changing technologies. Ideally, you are proactive, a strong written and verbal communicator, self-directed, self-motivated, committed and passionate about Medic Mobile’s mission, and excited to join a dynamic, growing team
Essential Duties

Manage project technical configuration: Work independently and with project managers to write technical scope of work, support service design, configure and customize communication technologies and data visualization dashboards to meet partner health program requirements. Collaborate with project team to create user manuals, deploy and train on technologies, assist with managing of project timelines specific to tech and monitor tech usage.
Assure on-time delivery of new product, and also collecting, validating, analyzing and archiving all product data management information.
Collaborate with internal teams – design, product development, strategic sourcing, planning and others – to ensure a unified and sustainable new product development channel.
Lead implementation of engineering initiatives, configurations and prototyping to improve the new product development process and outputs.
Support product development: Work with internal team of designers to describe mHealth needs and opportunities in the region to ensure these needs are addressed in Medic Mobile’s current tool kit or product roadmap.
Represent Medic Mobile: Support in proposal writing, publications and presenting Medic Mobile in meetings and events when called upon to do so.

Education and Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics or Statistics and 5+ years relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Candidates should:

Have legal work permits for Kenya
Be a technology power user, excited to learn even more
Be a strong communicator, proficiency in English (Essential)
Research, Analyze, Design, Document, Develop and Deploy: Data driven analytics; event driven analytics + Automated analytic software, techniques, and algorithms
Determine user needs; analyze system capabilities to resolve problems on program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques and controls
Diagnose problems, troubleshoot, and develop technical solutions to a range of technical issues
Design, develop, document, test, and debug software and mathematical solutions to mission problems
Apply appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the development life cycle

Confer with technical leads, systems analysts, engineers, programmers and others to design system and to obtain information on project limitations and capabilities, performance requirements and interfaces
Correct program errors, prepare operating instructions, compile documentation of program development, and analyze system capabilities to resolve questions of program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques, and controls
Analyze user needs and software requirements to determine feasibility of design within time and cost constraints
Offer expertise regarding methods, standards and technical considerations for software applications
Assist with developing and executing test procedures for software components.
Have experience with relational and non-relational databases e.g PostgreSQL, MySQL, CouchDB, PouchDB and MongoDB.
Have experience in scripting languages (Appscript/Shell/Awk)
Have experience using command-line tools on Linux (preferred) or another UNIX-like operating system.
Be comfortable and proficient in HTML, Javascript, Node.js, and JSON.
Have interest in working with and learning from a globally distributed team of mHealth technology experts.
Have good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to pass on information clearly to users and to grasp difficulties perceived by users.
Have a strong customer service orientation that establishes a good working relationship with customers, with the attitude of wanting to assist people and pass-on their knowledge and experience to others.
Have the ability to work under high pressure, meet deadlines, monitor and follow-up on pending matters under minimum supervision.

Additional Skills:
The ideal candidate will

Be familiar with Android SDK, relational databases, document-based databases, and the map/reduce algorithm.
Be experienced in managing projects in the health and/or information technology sectors
Have a strong background in mHealth and public health; be ambitious about empowering community health workers and improving the health of remote and disconnected communities.
Be able to identify commonly recurring requests for assistance and provide advice on how these can be prevented or minimised, through training, user awareness, and changes in configuration.
Have excellent technical knowledge of computer applications and systems.
Show good logical diagnostic skills and ability to exercise good judgement in the resolution of problems.
Have the ability to multi-task in dealing with several different problems at a time.
Have significant experience in design and development of technology solutions to increase international development project impact.
Have project work experience with open source technologies.

Preferred Qualifications

A minimum of 5+ years of senior level experience in designing and implementing ICT programs for social development programs.
Experience developing successful, replicable and sustainable projects.
Expertise in research to practice – identifying best practices and adapting them to program realities.
A team player accustomed to building team capacity and developing communities of learning among host country partners and counterparts.

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October 25, 2024
Account Receivable Junior Accountant Head Account Payable

Ref No 3362
Duma Works is Looking to recruit an Account receivable Head for one of its clients one of Africa’s leading internet group.
We offer:

A unique education in scaling new internet concepts.
Become part of a highly professional and dynamic team working around the world.
An unparalleled personal and professional growth as our longer-term objective is to train the next generation of leaders for our future internet ventures.

Job Responsibilities

Set objectives for the accounts receivable team that align with the accounting department’s goals
Monitor processing of invoices
Ensure timely collection of payments
Conduct credit checks
Negotiate with clients in non-payment cases
Prepare monthly, quarterly, annual and ad-hoc forecasting reports
Organize records of invoices, bills and deposits
Ensure high-quality invoicing and collection procedures that comply with the law
Support Accounts Receivable Clerks on a daily basis and train new team members
Ensure all team members follow the accounting principles
Stay updated on industry and legislative changes

Qualifications

Relevant degree in financial Accounting and/or local accounting (CPA/ACCA)qualification.
Proficiency in MS Office and basic accounting systems like QuickBooks or sage.
Experience with or curiosity for IT systems and ERP systems.
Cost accounting, Financial Accounting and Management Accounting Skills.
Excellent accounting skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong organization and prioritization skills.
Experience over 4 years either in FMCG, tier 1 retail groups, top banking &consulting companies.
Working in a multi-national Company will be an added advantage.

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October 25, 2024
Monitoring & Research Manager

The Monitoring, Learning and Information Systems (MLIS) department aims to support Evidence Action’s programs by providing access to high quality data via the implementation of our monitoring and evaluation (M&E) services. The MLIS team embodies the evidence-based nature of Evidence Action’s work and enables Evidence Action to be a cutting-edge, data-driven organization.
Manager – Monitoring and Evaluation Design & Data, is responsible for the timely delivery of high quality monitoring and evaluation designs & systems, data management and data analysis for Evidence Action Programs across the Africa Region.
The position serves Evidence Action programs in across the Africa Region. The position will also provide support to Evidence Action program in other non-Africa region as appropriate. The holder of this position will interact directly with Evidence Action senior regional leadership.
Duties and responsibilities
Designing and Implementing Program Monitoring and Evaluation

Lead measurement, sampling, and survey strategy and design for program monitoring and evaluation
Research, test, and specify well targeted, achievable performance targets and key performance indicators for Evidence Action’s programs.
Collaborate with data collection team to establish the broad procedures and timelines for program monitoring needs.
Develop and ensure the appropriate use of Evidence Action’s Research Checklist – a suite of documents including standardized forms for research requests, concept notes, pre-analysis plans, and analysis-based reports and recommendations.
In collaboration with the program team, design and update Theory of change documents, Monitoring & Evaluation framework, sampling plan and program-specific assumptions and communicate the underlying logic to program teams.
Ensure that throughout the life of each program, the monitoring practices are providing the specific information required to provide impact measures, foster program improvements, and meet donor requirements.
Lead monitoring design and reporting for all data collected for carbon crediting purposes.
Support design, as well as pilot and adapt all data collection instruments

Prioritizing Research Agenda

Identify, prioritize, and implement opportunities for secondary research, specifically in the areas of market research, operations research, supply chain research, and community sensitization/engagement and share findings with the learning and communications team
Oversee cost-modeling to evaluate the cost-effectiveness of various proposed programmatic adjustments
Guide the development of the research design for approved research inquiries and pilots
Write publicly consumable research-based writings for external audiences interested in Evidence Action’s data-driven decision making approaches.
Ensuring highest standards of ethics and data security are observed by staff especially those with access to Evidence Action’s or partners’ data
Apply leading-edge thinking and best practice at all stages of the research process and ensure that research and evaluation outputs are delivered to the highest standards, on time and on budget

Leading Evidence Action’s Analysis and Data Management.

Identify and appropriately select innovative methods of data management & analysis that will enable actionable recommendations for Evidence Action programs.
Plan and undertake useful analysis for evidence-based decision making using MIS-based data and field data as needed by the program for evidence-based decision making, including actively identifying areas where evidence would be useful to the program
Conducting GIS-based analysis and representation of data using info-graphic tools for presentations and reports.
Ensure that analysis scripts and outputs are well organized, reproducible, and adhere to templates to improve efficiency
Build tools that codify the procedures used by Evidence Actions’ to define the threshold of “appropriate evidence” for programmatic decisions.
Lead analysis design efforts and ensure that analysis outputs are technically sound
Share and ensure understanding of the methodology, conclusions, and recommendations of analysis efforts by program team leadership and learning and communication staff

Managing a Team of data managers and data analysts

Recruit, retain, and manage a team of data managers and analysts, including 4 senior associates and 4 – 8 associates.
Guarantee the ongoing development team member’s professional skills and capacities
Support programs in the sourcing and management of external consultants for areas of technical expertise that do not exist in the program.

Collaborate with the Data Learning and Data collection teams.

Work closely with other MLIS Managers (Data Learning manager and Field Monitoring & Training Manager) to ensure that all deliverables to programs are of high standards, timely and within budget

Key performance Indicators

Nature and Scope of work: Take lead on all MLIS M&E designs, data management and data analysis
Management Breadth: Manage a team of about 11 data managers and analysts; Coordinate the delivery of deliverables of the teams; ensure the team collaborates significantly with supporting teams. Troubleshoots day to day task and people management issues within the team/region ease.
Planning and Accountability: Take lead in annual work-planning for the team
External Engagement: Engage with external stakeholders with ease where needed
Systems Development and Implementation: Take lead in drafting, reviewing and approving data management and analysis systems and protocols to be used by the team in its daily work within their geography or scope of work.
Budget and Financial Management: Prepare and manage annual budget; approve expenditures for levels 4 and below within the team.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in economics, statistics or another quantitative field
A minimum of 4+ years’ experience including 2+ managing a team of researchers/analysts
Strong familiarity with a range of data processing, statistical, geospatial software packages such as Stata, Excel, R, CSPro, Open Data Kit, ArcGIS, OmniGraffle etc. with the ability to learn and adapt to new programs. Knowledge of data visualization tools such as Tablue, will be an added advantage.
Strong interest in research on public health, epidemiology, water, and/or sanitation; prior knowledge of the associated literature a plus
Work experience in entrepreneurial or start-up environments in Africa
Strong interpersonal and communications skills to work effectively with a team that is geographically dispersed
Self-directed/self-motivating personality, with proven ability to manage demands from multiple supervisors while adhering to program deadlines and priorities
Strong critical and analytical thinking skills
Intellectual flexibility and willingness to form and adjust opinions based on evidence
Quick to learn, motivated to self-teach and capable of independently translating new knowledge into practice
Willingness to travel

October 25, 2024
Financial Modeller

Job description
They are currently seeking a Financial Modeller to join their team in Nairobi on a permanent basis. Reporting to the Financial Modelling Manager, you will be responsible for the financial analysis of renewable energy investment opportunities.
Required Experience

4+ years of experience in an investment or corporate finance environment
Strong experience with project finance transactions
Ability to build complex financial models from scratch
Bachelors Degree in relevant subjects
CFA qualification beneficial
Background working with the big four or investment bank
Experience working in renewable energy or infrastructure sectors considered advantageous
Excellent excel and financial modelling skills are required and advanced user of the Microsoft Office suite
Excellent written and oral communication skills

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing company in a position where you can grow and develop your career. If you have the desire to be part of a growing team and have the ambition to further your experience, please apply using the links provided. Salary is negotiable dependent on experience.
Sector Banking and Finance

October 25, 2024
Country General Manager

Job description
Country Manager for East African market
This is a visible senior position which requires an experienced FMCG Professional to act as Country manager and have full handling of the Company’s sales strategy. Reporting into the Managing Director, we need a high performer who is able to analyze all reported data and identify development in order to recognize opportunities for the company on the East African Market.
Core Duties & Responsibilities

Country Manager is responsible for building a company’s brand in East African Markets.
Establishes sales objectives by creating a sales plan and quota for districts in support of national objectives.
Maintains and expands customer base by counseling district sales representatives; building and maintaining rapport with key customers; identifying new customer opportunities.
Recommends product lines by identifying new product opportunities, and/or product, packaging, and service changes; surveying consumer needs and trends; tracking competitors.
Devises advertising and promotional plans and are involved in product positioning and global brand marketing development.
Implements trade promotions by publishing, tracking, and evaluating trade spending.
Accomplishes sales and organization mission by completing related results as needed.
Continually assess company progress, sales and marketing successes and compile reports to submit to superiors in corporate headquarters.

Knowledge & Skills

A 4-year or advanced degree in sales, marketing in the razor and blade company.
Familiarity with the country or region in which one will work is considered a notable advantage for those seeking to fulfill a Country Manager role.
A bachelor’s degree in business administration, management or a similar area
Requires a strong understanding of how a business operates and successful candidates will have a proven track record demonstrating their understanding and business acumen.
As a successful Country Manager, you would need to demonstrate strong communication, organizational and negotiation skills.
Must be familiar with computer software programs e.g. Word, Excel etc.
Fluent in English (French or Portuguese Speakers are desirable)

Personal Attributes

Should be a motivated self-starter with the ability to work with little or no supervision and possess the ability to assemble and manage teams.
Presentation, analytical and planning skills are also essential.
Need to be sensitive to cultural differences.

October 25, 2024
Country Finance & Administration Manager Operations Manager Chief Of Party Procurement Officer Entomology Technical Manager Monitoring & Evaluation (M&e) Manager Environmental Compliance Officer IT Specialist Entomology Technical Coordinator Information, Education And Communications (Iec) / Behavior Change Communications (Bcc) Coordinator Supply Chain Coordinator County Coordinators Warehouse Manager Entomology Lab Technician Database Coordinator

Job Description

Duty Station / Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Under the supervision of AIRS Kenya’s Chief of Party, the Country Finance & Administration Manager oversees and directs all aspects of finance and administrative support for the PMI VectorLink Project in Kenya.
Specific duties and responsibilities include the following:

Develop, manage, and monitor project budgets and annual workplans.
Prepare accurate financial reports, and monthly cash fund’s request in close coordination with senior project staff.
Prepare annual site office revenue projections and update budget tracker forecast on a monthly basis
Ensure that the project operations are in compliance with all USAID and Abt policies and procedures.
Support the startup, general operations, and closedown of the IRS program in Kenya.
Manage the financial operations and financial reporting of the country program, providing guidance, training and technical assistance to financial and non-financial management personnel.
Supervise and coach the project Accountant, Finance Assistants and other Administrative staff
Conduct a financial brown bag in a quarterly basis to build the financial capacity of technical and operations personnel on different financial topics including compliance, travel, budgeting, forecasting and procurement.
Create and maintain financial reporting and tracking systems that provide basic data measurements on financial performance of project activities and develop/recommned cost cutting and compliant strategies to implement the project with less resources
Provide ongoing financial administration to the project, including the processing of approvals for procurements, consultant agreements, and vendor invoices.
Manage the timely submission of the monthly field expenses (ROV) to the headquarters office.
Serve as the project’s contact with the client on finance and administrative issues, participating in discussions on contract issues and actions, and following up on client requests and concerns.
Support the development, execution, and management of subcontractor and consultant agreements.
Develop and implement a payment system for seasonal spray operators and community mobilizers.
Develop and implement systems to streamline financial practices and procedures.
Inform and maintain project FCA at Headquarters updated on all contractual, financial and legal issues affecting the project
Perform random audits of inventory to make sure inventory reports prepared by operations team are always accurate and up to date.
Oversee Human Resource activities affecting the project including but not limited to the hiring, termination, benefit tracking and legal disputes affecting current and former site office personnel.

Qualification requirements include the following:

Bachelors Degree (minimum), or a Masters Degree (desirable), in Business , Administration, or other relevant field.
At least four (4) years of professional experience managing financial and contractual aspects of large international development projects, preferably USAID-funded projects.
Significant experience managing and supervising financial and procurement management personnel.
Familiarity with US Government Cost Accounting Standards.
Strong analytical and computer skills, with an emphasis on budget and financial analysis.
Experience in logistics, procurement, and supply chain management highly desirable.
Fluency in English.

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October 25, 2024
Production Supervisor Training Manager Restaurant Manager Workshop Manager Restaurant Supervisor

Our client is one of the leading exporters of fresh produce located in Nairobi. They seek to hire a Production Supervisor who will work together with the Pack House Manager to ensure smooth day to day running of the pack house order to meet the overall targets and objectives of the company.
Job Responsibilities

Planning and allocating of staff duties i.e. allocate task and set production target to ensure timely and accurate completion of timely targets.
Deputizing the Pack House Manager in assigned aspects of daily operations.
Prepare the plan order and receive the material as per plan order
Meet quality targets through adherence of established operational methods and work place standards
Involved in the training of new staff members when they join the pack house or organization.
Ensure effective and efficient utilization of material to avoid wastage
Ensure health & safety regulations are adhered to
Maintain production equipment so as to reduce breakdown and ensure good working order
Conducting regular scheduled performance reviews of the staff reporting to him as per organization’s policy.
Conducting daily and regular quality checkups to ensure the pack house is in the right order at all times.
Supervise and coordinate production & mold changeover, shutdown, monitoring of daily preventive maintenance
Preparing daily reports regarding labour and job accomplished.
Maintain up to date production record
Any other duty as may be assigned by the Supervisor or Management from time to time.

Qualifications

Diploma/Degree in Food Science & Technology, or equivalent
At least 4 years of relevant experience
Good analytical and interpersonal skills
Ability to communicate technical issues and manage multiple priorities
Good reporting skills
Computer literate

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October 25, 2024
Temporary Health Records Information Officer

Reports To: Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
Location: Samburu (1) & Turkana (1)
BASIC FUNCTION:
Working closely with the mentorship team in conjunction with the Monitoring and Evaluation Officer and MDT Team Leader, the Health Records Information Officer will be responsible for mentoring health workers in various health facilities to maintain service registers, conducting regular data quality assessments activities, ensure accurate and timely facility reports and support facilities to run basic data analysis for decision making. S/he will be required to maintain confidentiality and integrity for the facility data as directed.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensure facilities have standard data collection and reporting tools
Support facility based service providers to update health records and registers in line with national guidelines including the EMR
Verify data based on MOH defined service standards.
Support and mentor health workers on data utilization for decision making.
Responsible for ensuring data quality is maintained.
Support health workers in conducting regular data quality assurance.
Actively follow-up facilities to ensure that commonly agreed data management improvement plans are followed and monitored by all parties.
Provide basic data summaries to facility as required from time to time.
Support facilities to maintain data confidentiality and security.
Support facilities to use data for decision making.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor from time to time.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS STANDARDS:

Diploma in Statistics/Health Information Systems/Information Technology with at least 4 years work experience in data management systems and experience in use of MOH tools.
Experience in training is an added advantage.
Computer proficiency in MS Office Suite and word processing, databases, spreadsheets, including advanced skills in at least two of the following programs: SPSS, Epi Info, Stata. Good organizational, planning, interpersonal and communication skills

This job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.

October 25, 2024
Sales Team Leader

Job description
This role will provide leadership to the team, grow sales and deliver service-level excellence for PEAK DMC. The Team Leader is responsible for the team of consultants achieving sales targets and exceptional customer performance levels in consultation and booking of tailored FIT trips. The leader will provide guidance, training and direction as the team consults, sells and ensures accurate bookings of group and tailored FIT trips.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s Degree in Sales and Marketing or equivalent
4 years industry experience
Previous supervisory experience, including leading a team to sales success through coaching, training & developing
Management training and/or qualifications advantageous
Proven track record in managing and reporting on sales targets for a team of direct reports
Strong destination/regional and local travel knowledge

October 25, 2024