Jobs Kenya

Job Experience: Experience of 4 years

  • City Exchange Consultant on Road Safety

    City Exchange Consultant on Road Safety

    In close coordination with UN-Habitat’s project manager, the consultant plays a supporting role in the implementation of this project, specifically on two main activities and related tasks:
    Responsibilities include:

    Task 3.1: Identify desired functionality and develop design look of the ACRoS website.
    Task 3.2: Domain registered and page construction
    Task 3.3: Upload and develop content to populate initial website

    Qualifications/special skills

    At least bachelor’s degree in urban, Regional or Transport Planning, International Relations and Affairs or Sustainable Development is required Four (4) years of relevant experience in organising public events, city exchange visits and workshops in the field of low carbon services.
    Demonstrated Knowledge in areas of climate change mitigation; sustainable urban mobility;
    SDGs is required. Knowledge of UN policies and procedures is an advantage.
    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, excellent fluency in oral and written English is required.
    Excellent analytical and communication skills. Good interpersonal skills, previous exposure to cross cultural environments is advantageous.

    Apply via :

    careers.un.org

  • Planning Analyst

    Planning Analyst

    JOB DESCRIPTION
    Researches and provides business related analyses to assess the impact of various projects and initiatives. Analyzes trends, costs and other data related to facilities, inventory, and budgets. Resolves customer questions and system issues. Maintains key data in management system database to extract data for various customers
    RESPONSIBILITIES

    For assigned projects, completes detail analysis and research, identifies options, prepares reports, and recommends action or change.
    Communicates with headquarters and field personnel concerning daily customer issues and reporting. Assists in the administration of annual plans for other Church divisions.
    Conducts analysis and research in such areas as, financial, expenses, performance, depreciation, systems, and capacity.
     Prepares forecasts and analyzes trends, general business conditions , and other business related areas. Facilitates improvements in business systems that will enable better customer service.
    Creates reports & presentations, analyzes data, attends meetings, etc. Creates queries and provides data to customers in an understandable format. Resolves system questions and issues for users in various divisions and departments (Planning, Project Management, Real Estate, Finance, Regional Facilities Managers, DTA’s, etc.).
    Updates key information in database. Reconciles financial data between multiple sources.
    Performs tasks assigned by senior managers.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    Must be worthy to hold a current temple recommend
    Bachelor  degree in business, finance or equivalent training and experience required
    Four years experience in planning, facilities management, finance, analytics or related field
    Capable of performing detailed and technical data analysis
    Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
    Proficiency in word processing , spreadsheet skills and PowerPoint presentation
    Ability to speak in French language will be an added advantage

    Apply via :

    epej.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com

  • Shelter and Settlements Technical Coordinator

    Shelter and Settlements Technical Coordinator

    Overall purpose of the role:

    Reporting to the Head of Programmes, the Shelter and Settlements Coordinator will provide strategic vision, guidance, and sectorial technical support to DRC Shelter staff and Area Managers ensuring that DRC provides high-quality Shelter and Settlement responses across intervention areas. The Shelter and Settlements Technical Coordinator will lead the design of shelter components of project proposals. This is Juba based position with regular travel between all locations with DRC presence and practical hands-on technical assistance to Shelter teams. 
    Shelter & Settlements is a core sector for DRC globally with the overall objective to deliver solutions and provide basic services in both emergency situations and protracted displacement. The Shelter & Settlements Coordinator will lead needs assessment activities, technical shelter surveys, land demarcation,  planning drainage systems, production of visual maps, etc. The role will be responsible for constantly improving programme quality and relevance, by coordinating with other Technical Coordinators and peers from other agencies, including close coordination with the Shelter/NFI Cluster. The Shelter and Settlements Coordinator will supervise Shelter and Settlements staff in Area Offices and Mobile Response teams to ensure timely, cost-efficient execution of project implementation.  The role will also be responsible for the mentoring, capacity building and training of all Shelter and Settlements staff. 

    Responsibilities:
    Technical Advice and Strategy

    Provide technical advice to programme managers and staff on implementation of Shelter & Settlements activities in accordance with international standards and best practice;
    Work with Shelter Managers & Team Leaders to ensure programme methodology, beneficiary selection criteria, monitoring tools, BoQs and designs are in place.
    Ensure that selection of sites for displaced populations are based on approved technical guidelines, considering relevant factors like land availability, conflict sensitivity, accessibility, security, water resources, and absorption capacity.
    Conduct technical feasibility studies (site assessments) to identify adequate sites in close coordination with all relevant stakeholders

    Staff capacity building

    Provide onsite mentoring and capacity building in each area office and with mobile response teams through regular and extended missions
    Identify needs and gaps in technical capacity of DRC staff and partners and prepare a training plan to address these;
    Ensure roll out of the agreed plan in all sites including preparation of materials and training reports and follow up to the trainings.
    Provide ad-hoc training to Shelter and Settlements staff based on requests and/or identified needs.
    Provide induction training for new staff on Shelter & Settlements portfolio in South Sudan.
    Support engagement of meaningful, long-term partnerships with national organisations on Shelter & NFI responses.

    External Relations

    Represent DRC at the Shelter/NFI cluster in Juba on a regular basis and establish strong links with all S-NFI actors and stakeholders;
    Stay up to date with donor strategies and practices within South Sudan and provide technical advice to the HoP in donor relations;
    Maintain close collaboration and good relations as required with donors and partners.

    Business Development

    Promotion of learning from relevant best practices internally and externally;
    Support review of donor reports for Shelter and Settlements components for submission.
    Ensure program standardization and sharing of experiences, lessons learned, and good practices across DRC-managed sites and with mobile response teams.
    Participate in gathering information and contribute to Shelter and Settlements proposal development, including working with teams to ensure accurate assessments, planning of suitable activities, and preparation of log frames.
    Put in place mechanisms to ensure and track quality of work for all construction and shelter activities.
    In close coordination with implementing partners and other concerned parties, create settlement plans and their implementation modalities, including planning for construction/rehabilitation of communal infrastructures (pathways, latrines, water points, etc.), considering the overall needs of target groups and their cultural preferences the concerns of the local communities.
    Support Shelter Managers & Team Leaders to strengthen communication with communities, identify beneficiary information needs and provide guidance in developing information and awareness-raising materials and activities with community participation
    Work closely with complaints and feedback mechanisms to ensure prompt follow-up of shelter and infrastructure related complaints
    Advise on matters related to the procurement of sector related materials or equipment, including the development of technical specifications for bid documents, technical evaluation of bids, review/inspection of the quality of products/works.
    Work with Camp Managers to ensure engagement with governance and leadership structures, and improve capacity and accountability of Camp Management Committees and other community groups on Shelter & Settlements interventions through trainings, workshops and regular coordination.
    Identify opportunities to increase scope and quality of DRC Shelter and Settlements programming in South Sudan

    Coordination

    Responsible for ensuring quality of project activities related to Shelter & Settlements components across the portfolio in DRC South Sudan
    Coordinate information collection and collation across different camps and camp like settings.
    Ensure that minimum standards of quality programming, including humanitarian principles, protection mainstreaming, and conflict-sensitivity, are adhered to across all DRC Shelter & Settlements activities in all locations.
    Improve communication and coordination between Shelter & Settlements staff based in different locations.
    Ensure integration of Shelter and Settlements activities with other DRC core sectors including Economic Recovery, Protection/SGBV, CCCM and Humanitarian Disarmament & Peacebuilding
    Provide technical guidance and advice to Shelter and Settlements Managers, Team Leaders and Staff in all relevant programme locations
    Technically support Shelter and Settlements colleagues, by reviewing technical documents (including drawings and bill of quantities), proposals, and reports to ensure that DRC is providing high quality Shelter & Settlements activities in accordance with international standards and best practice.
    Ensure Housing, Land and Property issues are identified and considered in any Shelter & Settlements programming.

    Experience and technical competencies: (include years of experience)

    4 years’ experience working with an NGO in an emergency response setting is an advantage
    Excellent interpersonal skills, cross-cultural communication and ease working in multi-ethnic team, with a constructive and cooperative problem-solving approach
    Strong knowledge of site surveying and site identification (including topography, hydrology, land use, physical planning, environment impacts, engineering, etc.).
    Prior experience in settlement site planning including layout of shelter plots, roads, communal infrastructures and basic services.
    Prior experience in designing and implementing shelter strategies.
    Sound knowledge on use and application of design software including but not limited to ArcGIS, AutoCAD, Civil 3D
    Proven coordination skills and experience engaging with cluster system
    Previous shelter experience in South Sudan is a significant advantage

    Education: 

    Bachelor or Master’s degree in Architecture, or Civil-Engineering

    Languages: 

    Fluent in English

    Apply via :

    candidate.hr-manager.net

  • Senior Research Executive – Quantitative Research

    Senior Research Executive – Quantitative Research

    Are you an experienced researcher looking for a unique opportunity to excel in your career? Look no further! Kantar, a world-class company in the research industry, is seeking a Senior Research Executive (Client Service) – World Panel Division to join our ambitious team in Kenya.

    Responsibilities

    Identifies and builds an active and valuable networks of Client relationships, managing delivery, retention and growth
    Be a key point of contact for routine deliverables & requests of the client’s business, attending onsite days and owning all related client data requests and project briefs.
    Be responsible for managing client briefs from start to finish i.e. – designing correct methodology, running the required analysis, adding interpretation and insight based on category knowledge, delivering back to the client.
    Applying Knowledge and skills to Deliver Client Insights:
    Integrate different information streams into results to provide broader business solutions than market research data
    Demonstrates understanding of the business and commercial environment to exploit opportunities and promote profitability
    Create and implement revenue planning process within account plans
    Identify and action new business expansion within an existing or new client to drive revenue growth.
    Working Effectively in a Multi- Cultural Environment to enhance client solutions and achieve best value for clients
    Displays knowledge of the organization’s global offering; thinks beyond own and clients’ geographical boundaries

    Requirements

    Bachelor’s degree or its equivalence, preferably in Science related field.
    Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint proficiency.
    At least 4years’ relevant work experience in a Marketing/ Consumer Research / Advertising work environment.
    Demonstrate evidence of developing leadership skills and the ability to motivate others particularly where the individual has some responsibility for workload management of other team members
    Gather facts and figures, monitor self and others and achieve goals in a timely and factual manner.
    Communicate effectively as well as demonstrate active listening whilst developing appropriate influencing skills.
    Bring a sense of urgency to situations demonstrating an active approach, and a willingness to get involved to increase the pace, achieve goals and meet objectives.
    Be flexible, tactful, friendly and sensitive to others, displaying good social and communication skills.
    Take ownership of your self-development in completing and implementing your own Personal development plan (PDP), highlighting areas where further development is required.
    Be systematic and organised.
    Have a flexible approach in changing situations and be adaptable in difficult circumstances, continuously striving to achieve a result.
    Proven ability to create and expand network of contacts within a business
    Be curious, demonstrate a real desire to learn, seek out training opportunities and actively participate in meetings (both internal and external as appropriate)

    Apply via :

    kantar.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com

  • Senior Compliance Officer – 1 Position Planning and Strategy Officer I – 1 Position Investigations Officer I – 1 Position Clerical Officer II (General Administration) – 1 Position Driver II – 1 Position

    Senior Compliance Officer – 1 Position Planning and Strategy Officer I – 1 Position Investigations Officer I – 1 Position Clerical Officer II (General Administration) – 1 Position Driver II – 1 Position

    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Analysing data and information on compliance by State or Public Officers with the Constitutional and Statutory requirements relating to leadership, integrity and ethics;
    Making a follow up on compliance to recommended compensations or appropriate remedies or measures against persons or bodies to which the CAJ Act applies;
    Implementing compliance strategies, procedures and systems;
    Developing an effective mechanism for ensuring compliance with the constitutional and statutory requirements;
    Assisting in the designing and developing an effective mechanism for ensuring compliance with the constitutional and statutory requirements;
    Monitoring compliance by State or Public Officers with the Constitutional and Statutory requirements relating to leadership, integrity and ethics;
    Identifying issues on non-compliance and propose appropriate mitigations;
    Preparing compliance reports;
    Implementing Performance Contracting obligation of the Commission and;
    Any other duty as may be assigned from time to time.

    JOB SPECIFICATION
    For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: –

    Served in the grade of Compliance Officer I or its equivalent for a minimum period of four (4) years;
    Bachelor degree in any of the following disciplines: – Actuarial Science, Law, Political Science, Research, Economics or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; Membership to a professional body in good standing where applicable;
    Certificate in Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
    Certificate in Computer Application Skills from a recognized institution; and Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

    go to method of application »

    All interested candidates who meet the job indent for this position are encouraged to send a hard copy of their application letter, curriculum vitae and copies of their academic and professional certificates together with a clear National Identification card by 14th May’ 2024 at 5.00p.m. to the postal address below: -THE COMMISSION SECRETARY COMMISSION ON ADMINISTRATIVE JUSTICE 2ND FLOOR, WESTEND TOWERS – WAIYAKI WAY P O BOX 20414 CITY SQUARE 00200 NAIROBI

    Apply via :

  • Legal Counsel

    Legal Counsel

    RESPONSIBILITIES:
    In this role, you will provide general legal advice and strategic counsel within a broad scope of areas within the organization. The primary focus of this position will be on infrastructure and construction contracts, which will include advising on, drafting and negotiating infrastructure and construction contracts. Your responsibilities will, however, not be limited to infrastructure and construction contracts but could include real estate.
    Specific responsibilities:

    Drafting, negotiating and advising on legal agreements across the Rendeavour Group’s businesses in relation to construction and infrastructure development;
    Transitioning deals from sales and registration of leases to the delivery and utility teams for compliance with infrastructure and utility provision requirements;
    Review, optimization and synchronization of all legal agreements used across the Group;
    Consistently complete tasks in accordance with agreed deadlines and to the highest quality standard, meeting or exceeding expectations of internal and external stakeholders;
    Creation of a library of legal templates for use across the Rendeavour Group and scanning and saving all transaction documents, as well as key correspondence in respect of completed transactions on the document management system;
    Review and rationalization of the use of external legal advice across the Rendeavour Group’s East African businesses;
    Embrace accountability, humility and commitment to Rendeavour’s business goals;
    Support the in-house legal team in additional advisory and support tasks;
    Drafting, reviewing and optimising internal guidelines and policies;
    Advise on legal and risk issues affecting the Rendeavour Group’s business;
    Conduct and commission research and analysis of specific legal questions and preparation of information memoranda, opinions and position papers;
    Managing external legal counsel offering legal services to the Rendeavour Group and compiling reports on matters handled by the external legal counsel;
    Deal with complex, significant matters that cut across legal and related areas and
    Monitoring Kenyan legislation and advising the Rendeavour Group of companies on the impact of existing and newly enacted legislation on its businesses.

    REQUIREMENTS
    Hard skills and experience:

    Over 4 years’ post-qualification experience as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya.
    Strong technical ability in infrastructure and construction law and real estate/property law.
    Track record of working on complex infrastructure and construction contracts.
    Compliant and in possession of the current practising certificate.
    Very strong drafting skills.
    Previous exposure to emerging or frontier markets.

    If qualified and interested, please send your CV and cover letter to LCounsel@tatucity.com by 15- May 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

    Apply via :

    LCounsel@tatucity.com

  • BDR/Marketing Assistant

    BDR/Marketing Assistant

    JOB OUTLINE:
    The Marketing Assistant will provide a wide range of Marketing support and research assistance to the business. Also responsible for qualifying leads, handle any inbound customer communications and generate new opportunities (from incoming enquiries, lapsed customers and outbound telephone campaigns) that will result in new business for Mantrac Kenya Limited.
    MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Handle all digital Customer Communication channels such as WhatsApp, Live Chat and Facebook Messenger.
    Conduct telephone marketing campaigns as and when required with a view to generating new leads and opportunities.
    Use Sales Force to update all activities by completing all relevant information including customer details, population, opportunity and follow up
    Day to day follow up on planned marketing activities to ensure efficient implementation according to management guidelines.
    Participate in the organization of corporate & customers’ events/functions and company’s representation in trade fairs/ exhibitions etc.

    PERSON SPECIFICATION:

    First degree from a reputable University in social sciences preferably Bachelor of commerce in Marketing.
    4 years minimum relevant working experience in admin and/or marketing support roles.
    Must be computer literate and expert user of MS Office especially Excel, Power Point and specialised ERP applications.

    SEND YOUR RESUME TO careers@mantrackenya.com SUBJECT: BDR/Marketing Assistant
    DEADLINE: 6th May 2024

    Apply via :

    careers@mantrackenya.com

  • Communications Manager – Cash Consortium of Sudan (CCS) Grants Manager – Cash Consortium of Sudan (CCS) Partnerships Manager – Group Cash Transfers – Cash Consortium of Sudan (CCS) Partnerships Manager – Capacity Strengthening – Cash Consortium of Sudan (CCS)

    Communications Manager – Cash Consortium of Sudan (CCS) Grants Manager – Cash Consortium of Sudan (CCS) Partnerships Manager – Group Cash Transfers – Cash Consortium of Sudan (CCS) Partnerships Manager – Capacity Strengthening – Cash Consortium of Sudan (CCS)

    The CCS Communications Manager is a bold and proactive individual. The Communications Manager will work very closely with the CCS Secretariat as well as national and international partner organizations. The Communications Manager will be a critical member of CCS team, tasked with keeping abreast of developments in the country, Reporting of projects and stakeholder communications and the creation of communication materials and communications surrounding our programs, strategies and impact. The Communications Manager is responsible for ensuring that existing and future donors, partners and stakeholders are aware of CCS programs and activities, ensuring that staff within our organization have the right information, knowledge and assets to communicate with their relevant stakeholders. The Communications Manager is expected to be tech-savvy, innovative and a fast thinker. The Communications Manager oversees a Communications Officer based in Sudan.

    Essential Job Responsibilities
    Communications

    Develop a communications plan, including development of a website and social media presence.
    Write, edit, and distribute various types of content, including material for a website, press releases, marketing material and other types of content that take the message to the public.
    Lead and/ or support partners to collect content, such as interviews with program participants, success stories, video, and photo coverage of program events for dissemination to various audiences and reports.
    Create and produce internal newsletters for the consortium.

    Accountability to Beneficiaries

    Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring, and evaluation of our field projects.

    Supervisory Responsibility
    Communications Officer (in Sudan)
    Security

    Ensure compliance with security procedures and policies as determined by country leadership.
    Proactively ensure that team members operate in a secure environment and are aware of policies.

    Accountability
    Reports Directly To: CCS Director.
    Works Directly With: CCS Secretariat, local an international partner organizations
    Accountability to Participants and Stakeholders

    Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our program participants, community partners, other stakeholders, and to international standards guiding international relief and development work. We are committed to actively engaging communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring, and evaluation of our projects.

    Knowledge and Experience

    Hold a degree in Communications, Political Sciences, Public Information, International Relations, or a related field, Master’s preferred.
    Minimum 4 years of relevant experience working in media, journalism, advocacy, or communications and marketing, or in closely related external relations contexts.
    Very good technical affinity for media contexts including knowledge of a wide range of multimedia, web, and digital tools.
    Outstanding newswriting and editing skills and social media skills.
    Graphic design skills are strongly preferred.
    Fluency in English and Arabic, both written and verbal

    go to method of application »

    Use the link(s) below to apply on company website.  

    Apply via :