Jobs Kenya

Job Experience: Experience of 6 – 8 years

  • Talent Acquisition & Management Advisor Head of Talent Acquisition

    Talent Acquisition & Management Advisor Head of Talent Acquisition

    About the Opportunity

    As we scale, the People & Culture (P&C) department is continuously aligning with business priorities to be well placed to serve the fast growing Organization both operationally and strategically. 
    There is a need for a Talent Acquisition & Management Advisor to contribute to the P&C Strategy, focusing mainly on talent acquisition and management in Kenya.
    Attracting the best, contributing to the development and implementation of processes to ensure competent, dedicated and capable employees so the company maintains a long-term sustainable competent workforce. This is an exciting position for the right candidate who thrives on talent development. 
    Reporting to the Director, People & Culture, the Talent Acquisition & Management Advisor can expect these range of responsibilities, among others.

    Responsibilities
    Develop and Implement hiring strategies (30% time)

    Design and implement the recruiting strategy that is aligned to the Organization’s long term strategy
    Design and drive the adoption of consistent recruiting, interviewing and hiring practices that support a strong candidate experience
    Develop job descriptions for all new positions and ensure that existing job descriptions across Inkomoko’s operations are updated and aligned with the organization’s culture, values, and diversity and inclusion goals
    Define and lead executive hiring projects focused on continuous improvement with a focus on executive hire
    Collaborate with department managers on a regular basis and proactively identify future hiring needs
    Recommend diverse talent attraction strategies e.g. social media networks and employee referrals etc.

    Recruitment and Employer branding (30% time)

    Recruitment: post open positions, generate applicants, screen applicants in the Recruitment system in collaboration with the hiring manager for all Inkomoko locations. The Associate will proactively source and identify qualified candidates using various methods such as job fairs, social media like LinkedIn, networking and employee referrals
    Interviewing: In collaboration with the hiring department, support in setting up interviews with candidates, edit Job matrix documents and share materials before interviews, compile reviewer feedback, prepare and administer assessments for applicants in a professional & timely manner
    Hiring: Support in conducting reference checks, provide relevant information for finalization of contracts
    Communications: Highly professional correspondence to successful/unsuccessful candidates and ensure that timely feedback has been provided to all non-manager level positions on the outcome of the recruitment process (ensure a positive candidate experience)
    Employer Branding: Work closely with the Regional to ensure that all social media platforms and the employee slack jobs channel have relevant information and up to date information. Advise on ways of improvement to boost the organization’s employer brand across the locations
    Provide timely information to the supervisor to ensure that the company recruitment tracker is updated with actual status of recruitment process steps and that no vacancy is left behind
    Reporting and Compliance: The Advisor will ensure that all documentation and records relating to the recruitment process are accurate, complete, and compliant with legal requirements for the P&C Department

    Onboarding of new employees (20% time)

    On-boarding: Coordinate onboarding meetings of all new staff, communicating to various team members to ensure successful onboarding documents and tools are prepared on-time (P&C forms, assign onboarding buddies, onboarding schedule and, first day’s meetings schedule, etc.)
    Coordinate the Organization wide orientation programs (first day. First week, first month and first quarter)
    Act as a consultant and the go-to person to all new employees
    Support in the creation of an onboarding pack for each new employee
    Introduce all new hires to current employees and other relevant stakeholders
    Gather candidate experience feedback from new hires to improve the P&C services
    Assist in the existing employee’s movements to new Departments or positions

    Talent Management & Succession planning (20% time)

    Coordinate talent management programs and the implementation of the career management program and succession plans
    Drive succession planning by matching identified key positions and identified potential successors talent
    Review succession plans on a regular basis, check whether potential successors are still available or whether job requirements or successor qualifications have changed, and whether potential successors’ development is proceeding according to plan
    Potential assessment, identify and assess career development potential of employees, including the identification of emerging talent
    Develop, implement & follow up the Inkomoko job rotational program.

    Minimum Qualifications

    Inkomoko has found that the happiest and most effective colleagues are proactive, resourceful, self-motivated go-getters with a can-do attitude, who support their teammates with sincerity. They are strategic, but also willing to roll up their sleeves. They give and receive feedback freely.
    For this role, the successful candidate will have these qualities:
    Bachelor Degree in HR, Management, Psychology, Business, Finance, Law or any other related field
    6-8 years of working experience in HR with exposure to recruitment or talent acquisition and management
    Absolute confidentiality and discretion is required of this position 
    Ability to manage several activities simultaneously while working under pressure to meet deadlines
    Excellent communicator in spoken and written Amharic & English with excellent presentation skills
    Good collaboration skills – approachable, warm, honest, transparent, and able to manage up with confidence and the ability to build relationships with colleagues
    Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and HR Management Systems (e.g: Odoo)
    Experience in working independently on projects

    What You’ll Get
    This role is inside a high-growth, mission-driven social enterprise. By joining, you’ll access:

    Competitive salary, and potential KPI-based bonus
    Incredible company culture, including deep investment in your learning and growth
    Diverse colleagues and policies that show our commitment to equity and inclusion 
    Talented, passionate, and committed team colleagues across the region
    Ability to make a significant social impact to your community
    Generous health insurance, staff savings, parental leave, sabbatical, and more benefits.

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  • Infection Prevention Control (IPC) Specialist

    Infection Prevention Control (IPC) Specialist

    Job Overview / Summary:
    Sustaining IPC improvements in IRC’s supported health facilities is a major component of IRC’s Quality Improvement framework, prioritized by IRC through a global monitoring process that was developed in 2020. The IPC Specialist collaborates with others within IRC to ensure IPC improvements are rigorously assessed, gaps clearly identified, improvements made as well as monitored in all countries where IRC health programing occurs. This role provides strategic leadership for IRC’s IPC and Systems strengthening work – focused on IPC resilience, working closely with Health, EH and Nutrition Advisors and Senior Advisors, the HU MEAL team and the Measurement Unit. 
    Major Responsibilities
    The Global IPC Specialist will deliver technical assistance in-person and remotely to country programs in collaboration with the country facing Technical Advisors (TAs) in countries participating in the global IPC in Health Facility Project, focusing on program quality and ensuring that activities involved in medical service delivery meet and maintain internationally recognized IPC measures in targeted health facilities including mobile medical units where indicated to strengthening IPC preparedness and response to outbreaks.
    This position will sit under the Primary Health Care team within the Health Unit and work in close collaboration with HU Director- country Support, STAs for Health, Environmental Health (EH)/Governance, emergency health & MEAL,  as well as with Health/EH/Nutrition TAs, country Deputy Directors of Program (DDPs), Health Coordinators and Grant Coordinators, and regional leadership.
    The IPC specialist will also be responsible for representation, influence, advocacy and business development at the discretion of their supervisor. The IPC Specialist’s specific responsibilities are as follows:
    Supporting the implementation of the quality improvement framework with a focus on sustaining IPC improvements:

    Close collaboration with the STA Health to ensure that all roles and responsibilities of IPC implementation in participating countries are clear, understood and are being implemented in a timely manner, within the quality improvement framework.
    Close collaboration with the STA EH to ensure that IPC WASH support needs are clearly identified and resourced appropriately
    Support the Health Unit MEAL team and collaborate with the Measurement Unit, when required, on updating IPC data visualization on Power BI as well as any recommended changes to be made with the IPC CommCare Applications.
    Collaborate with the Health Unit MEAL team on the most suitable core IPC indicators, including special emphasis on WASH indicators to be included in IPC analysis reports.
    In close collaboration with country facing Health TAs ensure IPC assessment reports and progress are in line with required IPC outcomes, taking full responsibility on leading in IPC core indicator reporting.
    Work with country facing Health TAs to set up coordination meetings on IPC assessment results in their focus countries and fully support the Country Program (CP) and Health TAs in development of country specific action plans. This will incorporate, but not be limited to, inclusion of country facing Environmental Health TAs, Grant coordinators and DDPs
    Collaborate with the System strengthening STA and the HSS specialist to update and implement the IPC resilience framework across the relevant settings 
    Chair the IPC Working Group ensuring recording of minutes, agendas as well as progress with Action Points raised during these meetings.

    Supporting program design:

    In full collaboration with STA Health and the STA EH, update Health Facility Prioritization guidelines for CPs and support Health TAs to roll out to target country programs.
    In coordination with Health TAs review and analyze country specific IPC assessment results and provide guidance to incorporate recommendations in ongoing or new Business Development opportunities.
    Collaborate with EH TAs to support design of WASH IPC solutions and activities with their Health counterparts, ensuring activities are in line with international WASH standards for IPC. In countries with no EH programming, work with STA EH and Health TAs to find solutions to embed appropriate EH support in-country.

    Engaging in strategic business development:

    Review technical quality of TU-led proposals (Technical Unit), including review of technical activities and ensuring alignment to IRC’s IPC outcomes.
    Input into go / no go decisions on HU-led proposals (Health Unit).
    Provide guidance on budgets required for all aspects of IPC service delivery – this may include but not be limited to conducting regular reviews of IRCs web-based grant award management portal (OTIS) to advocate and lobby country programs to ensure IPC is budgeted for in all new business development.
    In coordination with HU Comms team, the Awards Management Unit and IRC private fundraising teams update and produce IPC briefing papers and concept notes for private and public funding opportunities

    Building technical capacity of health TAs and country program staff – when relevant – to ensure ongoing program quality and innovation:

    Work with health TAs to support country program teams analyze IPC PowerBI data that inform corrective solutions- needed.
    Participate in ongoing training courses and share knowledge and skill sets within the unit.
    Share cross-context learning with country program staff participating in the Global IPC project.
    Conduct technical training and ongoing technical coaching on IPC for country program staff when needed.
    Roll out of IRC’s WASH in Health Facilities Process Guide, 
    Through active participation in HU M&E research programs lead in rolling out all relevant IPC Lessons Learnt to target countries in coordination with Health TAs
    Actively update health TAs and country programs on new best practices around IPC in Health Facilities and support with inclusion in all IPC activities

    Influencing the IRC, peer agencies and donors to use proven interventions and generate new evidence:

    Lead on the global analysis, the development and sharing of learning and communicating IPC documented lessons and findings internally, across contexts and externally in relevant conferences.
    Lobby Regions and Country program SMTs (Senior Management Teams) for inclusion of IPC dedicated staff in Health organograms and budgets.
    Actively participate in global workstreams such as the WHO IPC working group, 
    Fully engage with global and regional partners like Africa CDC, ICAN, etc. 

    PERSON SPECIFICATION
    Skills, Knowledge, and Qualifications

    Master’s/post-graduate degree in public health, nursing and/or environmental health (WASH) or relevant field or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. 
    Demonstrated expertise in program design, monitoring and evaluation, with the ability to turn concepts and strategy into measurable action.
    Strong verbal and written communication skills.
    Demonstrated commitment to renewing and maintaining currency with best practices.
    Fluency in English, knowledge of French/Arabic would be an added advantage.

    Experience

    A minimum of 6-8 years of professional experience in implementing and/or managing Infection Prevention and Control programs in health facility settings is required, preferably also within a humanitarian and/or international development contexts.
    Experience implementing behavior change communication programs and supporting health system strengthening approaches 
    Experience in technical tools and materials development, monitoring and evaluation, and research in relation to IPC is highly desired.
    A broad understanding/knowledge of technical water, sanitation and hygiene in health settings is highly desired
    Experience in strategy development and working across sectors or disciplines is highly desired.
    Experience providing remote technical support to program teams is important.

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  • Construction Accountant

    Construction Accountant

    We are looking to hire an experienced construction accountant to join our company. In this role, you’ll be responsible for managing the accounts of various construction projects by creating detailed budgets, overseeing supplier contracts, evaluating production costs, and verifying invoice statements.
    To ensure success as a construction accountant, you should display excellent business acumen and the ability to minimize production costs through efficient accounting. Ultimately, a top-notch construction accountant is an analytical and detail-oriented individual with a high level of financial accuracy.
    Construction Accountant Responsibilities:

    Collaborating with the project manager to develop a detailed, cost-effective budget for the project.
    Performing accounting duties throughout the project, such as preparing invoices, estimating cash flow, and signing off on purchase orders.
    Analyzing all transactions and working unforeseen costs into the budget.
    Keeping a record of all project finances for internal/external auditing and tax purposes.
    Preparing cost analyses by interpreting projects’ financial data and information.
    Reporting any financial risks and budgetary discrepancies to management for review.
    Researching market trends and projecting construction-related price increases/decreases.
    Developing and maintaining strong relationships with vendors and suppliers.
    Keeping abreast with both the construction and accounting industry.

    Construction Accountant Requirements:

    A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
    A certification in construction accounting is preferred.
    A minimum of 6 years’ experience in private or public accounting.
    Excellent knowledge of construction cost accounting and related financial procedures.
    Familiarity with accounting software, such as QuickBooks
    Working knowledge of the construction industry.
    Solid analytical and mathematical skills.
    Meticulous attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
    Good communication and interpersonal skills.
    Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

    Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: office@cloversmtc.com using the position as subject of email.

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  • Director of Finance and Administration – USAID-funded Private Sector Activity Chief of Party – USAID-funded Private Sector Activity Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Director – USAID-funded Private Sector Activity

    Director of Finance and Administration – USAID-funded Private Sector Activity Chief of Party – USAID-funded Private Sector Activity Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Director – USAID-funded Private Sector Activity

    Key Responsibilities:

    Oversees all aspects of project financial management and operations, including financial and accounting systems implementation; forecasting; budgeting; procurement; payroll expenditure tracking; and financial reporting and grants under contract (GUC) management.
    Prepares periodic financial reports to headquarters finance and ensures timely submission to USAID per award requirements.
    Report to LWR headquarter International Finance Director and the Chief of Party on matters including, but not limited, to: operational field accounts, bank reconciliation/statements, office advance requests, and other day-to-day project administration issues

    Financial:

    Develop annual workplan budgets; oversee effective budget planning; develop and implement budgeting and financial reporting processes to meet project financial management, forecasting, and USAID award reporting requirements.
    Ensure project expenses are reasonable, cost-effective, and comply with USAID procurement rules and regulations, support donor auditing procedures.
    Ensure that award deliverables are achieved within budget while effectively managing fiduciary risk within the project as well as downstream among sub-recipients and suppliers; promptly advise the Chief of Party of all potential fiduciary risks; develop monitoring and troubleshooting strategies to address risks and financial management.
    Validates and approves all financial transactions.
    Oversees the maintenance of financial records and ensures there is appropriate supporting documentation.

    Contractual:

    Draft, review, and negotiate contracts (including service agreements, purchase orders, etc.), ensuring all required contractual terms and conditions are included while obtaining the best value to the project.
    Support grants under contract mechanisms and monitor sub-recipient to ensure sound financial management, operations, and compliance; contribute to capacity building of local partners in administration and financial management.

    Procurement and Travel:

    Initiates procurement of office space, office equipment, vehicles, and other items, in compliance with USAID procurement regulations.
    Support logistical operations, including transport and staff travel requests and payments.
    Oversee project financial deliverables, including ensuring report preparation and high-quality timely submission.
    Direct preparation of annual work plan budgets, and other project-related communication and reporting materials
    Ensure compliance with USAID rules and regulations.

    Qualifications:

    Minimum of a Master’s degree (or international equivalent) in business administration, finance, accounting, or related field; additional accounting certification preferred (e.g., AICPA, Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), etc.)
    Minimum of eight years of progressively responsible administrative and financial management experience on donor-funded international development projects, including financial and accounting systems development, financial monitoring, budget development and analysis, procurement, operations and logistics, IT, and human resources management and administration.
    Minimum of six years of leadership/supervisory experience managing finance, accounting, operations, and administrative staff and teams.
    Extensive experience in financial management of USG-funded projects of similar scope and size; strong understanding of USG compliance rules and regulations (including FAR/AIDAR acquisition regulations) and Cost Accounting Standards; demonstrated experience with USAID/USG financial reporting requirements.
    Experience overseeing project operations, procurement, and logistics; extensive experience in the development and management of large project budgets.
    Experience overseeing management of sub-grants or sub-contracts.
    Knowledge of and experience with USAID rules and regulations required.
    Deep knowledge of the political, social, and economic context of Kenyan required, with experience working in Kenya preferred.
    Strong communication skills, including both written and oral presentation skills; proven ability to develop and communicate a common vision among diverse partners.
    English fluency with professional proficiency in writing required; knowledge of Swahili is an asset.
    Willingness and ability to travel to project sites within Kenya

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  • Quantity Surveyor – Background in Fabricated Structures

    Quantity Surveyor – Background in Fabricated Structures

    JOB SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE

    Squaring dimensions and abstracting for preparation of Bills of Quantities
    Preparation of specification Preparation of payment certificates and Final Accounts
    Compilation of tender and contract documents

    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    Prepare contracts and documents
    Assess tenders as per the company’s requirements
    Set budget for payment, inventory needs, and materials
    Analyze costs for maintenance and additional building needs
    Track changes in plans or construction; update budgets
    Negotiate with contractors and subcontractors
    Hire and document contractors and subcontractors
    Act as a liaison between clients and site managers/engineers
    Identify potential financial or construction risks
    Advise clients on improvements, strategies, and/or estimated costs
    Document progress, materials, and reports on project
    Advise on property taxes, regulations, and local laws
    Source maintenance costs and facilities management for clients
    Develop and maintain working relationships with contractors and subcontractors
    Utilize software to calculate, record, and track inventory and estimates
    Analyze completed projects to determine ROI and compare costs
    Estimate the quantity and costs of material

    JOB SPECIFICATIONS
    A detailed description of the minimum and desirable level of education, professional qualification, experience and personal attributes
    DESIRED
    PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION

    Bachelor of Quantity Surveying from a Recognized Institution

    LENGTH & NATURE OF EXPERIENCE

    3 Years progressive Experience working in a similar position

    ADDITIONAL SKILLS·       
    Professional qualification

    Construction estimating or finance experienced is advantageous.
    Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
    Sound knowledge of construction.
    Excellent negotiating and interpersonal skills.
    Ability to organize, plan, and strategize.

    PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

    Well Organized
    Diversity of Tasks
    Creative Thinking
    Analytical Problem Solving
    Team Player

    Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: hr@ismcontainers.com using the position as subject of email.

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  • PROPEL Health Kenya Technical Advisor, Health Financing

    PROPEL Health Kenya Technical Advisor, Health Financing

    The Technical Advisor, Health Financing will serve as a key member of the project team, providing support for implementation of project activities. The Technical Advisor will report to the Country Director. Responsibilities of the Senior Technical Advisor Health Financing will encompass technical, project management, operational, research, and communication tasks. 
     Primary Duties and Responsibilities: 

    Assess health finance impact and other related health financing studies to improve access to key financial information to determine feasibility and sustainability of scaling up health finance interventions.
    Design and implement technical activities related to health financing in Kenya.
    Engages stakeholders and local actors to ensure strong, consultative approach to health financing efforts and decision making.
    Stays abreast of key developments in health finance and resource allocation innovations and interventions in Kenya and more broadly in East Africa, to inform technical support activities under the PROPEL Health Kenya Field Program and other projects. This includes frequent interaction with the Government of Kenya stakeholders at the national and county levels relevant to this area as well as multilateral partners and donor agencies.
    Interacts with internal and external resources and other experts to bring new and “cutting edge” ideas into approaches.
    Helps others on matters related to topic area of health financing related to research and evaluation and applies relevant methodologies to programmatic issues of importance.
    Represents the projects, company, and programs in the health financing area in Kenyan and regional forums, as well as with others in the professional community and in countries of collaboration independent of technical supervision.
    Prepare analytical work that informs health financing decisions.
    Provide technical assistance to the team on matters health care financing and PFM
    Conducts all work to accepted standards of research ethics.
    Performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

    Required Qualifications:

    A degree in Health Policy, Public Health, Statistics, Health Economics, or relevant field with at least 8 years of relevant experience in Health Systems Strengthening or Health Financing with a Bachelor’s degree OR 6 years of relevant experience with a Master’s degree
    Proven experience applying Health Financing related data generation tools
    Understanding and experience in areas relevant to PROPEL Health’s mandate such as policy, health financing, governance, and advocacy.
    Demonstrated expertise in health policy/financing engagement within developing countries and Middle-Income Countries 
    Established global and regional professional networks related to health systems, PHC or HF
    Strong track record of producing demonstrable results 
    Demonstrated ability to engage effectively with government (national/county) counterparts, academia and development partners 
    Demonstrated problem solving and analytical skills
    Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc).
    Strong interpersonal, writing, presentation, and organizational skills.
    Flexibility, adaptability, and resourcefulness.
    Ability to take initiative and/or respond independently to situations
    Appropriate skills necessary to conduct research and develop policy briefs
    Familiarity and experience with USAID reporting guidelines
    Strong written and oral communication skills for high-level policy audiences
    Fluency in English is required
    Kenya nationals are strongly encouraged to apply for this role

    Other Desirable Qualifications:
    Experience working on USAID projects; ability to meet rigorous timelines, track results and effectively manage multi-stakeholder relationships, detail-oriented with strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills. Self-starter with demonstrated ability to work as part of a team and independently.

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    palladium.csod.com

  • Supply Chain Manager

    Supply Chain Manager

    The Supply Chain Manager will plan, manage, and provide technical and operational oversight of supply chain activities – including engaging partners, sanitation and MHM enterprises and work with private sector actors to ensure the effective and efficient delivery of sanitation and MHM goods to Western Region. The Supply Chain Manager’s knowledge and experience will allow them to work closely with the private sector actors to anticipate and manage supply chain needs and challenges and introduce improvement solutions, using the principles of stewardship, integrity, transparency, and accountability. He/she will also be responsible for providing business skills development to selected enterprises with support from the Business Development Team.
    The Manager will futher contribute to developing metrics and establish a monitoring and evaluation framework for tracking project progress, specifically tracking supply chain development among private sector partners and enterprises in Western Kenya. They will oversee market landscaping throughout the project to identify barriers and opportunities in the existing sanitation supply chain and provide recommendations that could strengthen the supply of market-based sanitation products and services to low-income consumers, including guidance on commercialization, distribution, production, and sales. The Manager engages with relevant government/local partners to effectively foster coordination and partnerships with private sector manufacturing and distribution partners/stakeholders and ensure the institutionalization of capacity development for supply chain actors.
    The Supply Chain Manager has a passion for partnership development, knowledge sharing, capacity building, and a positive and action-oriented attitude.
    What are we looking for?

    Master’s Degree in Management, Business Administration, Economics or Finance or a related field with six (6) years of demonstrated experience of which four (4) are at the managerial level;
    Or Bachelor’s degree Management, Business Administration, Economics or Finance or a related field with eight (8) years of demonstrated experience of which four (4) are at the managerial level
    Demonstrated experience in relevant areas such as private sector engagement, delivery of water and sanitation services, supply chain strengthening, social entrepreneurship
    Experience bringing new products and services to market, including experience with usercentered design, R&D, financial modeling, and commercialization
    Experience with suppliers and purchasing in the sanitation, hardware, or construction industry
    Experience in developing and selling consumer sanitation products or durable goods products highly desirable;
    Creative thinker who understands consumer needs and can find unique ways to develop existing/new products;
    Experience with business development services and capacity development with actors that provide those services.
    Demonstrates managerial courage to resolve conflicts and has excellent diplomatic, oral/written skills and presentation abilities;
    Fluent in English (spoken and written);
    References will be required.

    Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest and current Curriculum Vitae by 5th April 2023 to jobs@psinairobi.org; Subject : Supply Chain ManagerApplications are currently accepted on a rolling basis. PSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of actual or perceived race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, personal appearance, matriculation, political affiliation, family status or responsibilities, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions or breastfeeding, genetic information, amnesty, veteran, special disabled veteran or uniform service member status or employment status.

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  • Employee Relations Partner STA Health – Specialist Areas

    Employee Relations Partner STA Health – Specialist Areas

    Job Overview: 
    Are you passionate about the potential of applying positive Employee Relations practices, to have a meaningful impact in a humanitarian organization? This role sits within Global Employee Relations. This role upholds safe work environments through collaboration with HR colleagues in support of positive employee relations objectives, as well as in-depth and confidential review of critical allegations. As Employee Relations Partner you will lead the full lifecycle of workplace reviews, and act as a trusted advisor to guide and equip HR colleagues in timely and consistent resolution of workplace issues. Using your HR knowledge and experience, you will recommend sound corrective actions and opportunities for improvement on complex behavioral issues. An understanding of laws, regulations, concepts and standard methodologies, ability to establish trust, credibility, best judgment, and cultural proficiency is essential for success in this exciting role. This role has global scope, with focus on the East Africa region.
    Major Responsibilities: 

    Conduct multiple thorough, fair, and timely reviews and assessments of complex ER issues in a fast-paced environment, including intake meetings, background research, interviews, and de-brief meetings with various partners.
    Provide direction and partner with Country Program leadership and HR colleagues on a range of workplace matters.
    Prepare case overview summaries, findings, recommendations and final reports, written clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, with compelling presentation of facts, analysis and conclusions to IRC Leadership 
    Prepare and finalize reports in English that are clearly and well written with appropriate presentation of facts, analysis, and conclusions, and in accordance with IRC guidelines.
    Demonstrate a solid understanding of laws, regulations, concepts, and practices applicable to workplace reviews and assessments, and all aspects of employment, and provide consultation and advice to a variety of partners, as needed.
    Establish trustful and supportive professional relationships, engaging with diverse partners in the US and global context. Discern systemic issues revealed during the investigative process.
    Develop and deliver education programs and trainings designed to proactively address employee relations issues, promote standard methodology and improve compliance.
    Build capacity of HR colleagues in the management of employee relations reviews and assessments. Develop and lead interactive training in virtual and in-person settings.
    Passion for IRC’s humanitarian mission!

    Job Requirements: 
    Work Experience: 

    6-8 years related experience in Human Resources, Employee Relations or as a Workplace Investigator, preferably in an in-house environment, including experience conducting employee relations reviews and providing guidance on complex and sometimes urgent employee relations issues.
    Experience with management of highly critical information, and ability to maintain confidentiality, including legal and financial information.
    Proven track record of interacting respectfully with people from a diverse set of backgrounds and cultures, and communicating effectively across multiple levels in a sophisticated global organization.

    Demonstrated Skills and Competencies: 

    Management of multiple work demands with minimum supervision in a fast-paced and multi-cultural environment. 
    Ability to work both independently and in a multifaceted, cross-functional distributed team structure.
    Ability to determine own operating priorities, provide advice and develop recommendations, and implement plans, drawing upon knowledge and past experience when navigating complex issues. 
    Ability to remain respectful, appreciative, and diplomatic in the face of difficult and uncomfortable situations and conversations surrounding reviews and assessments.
    Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
    Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
    Ability to anticipate and identify legal issues.
    Excellent judgement and discretion.
    Proven organizational skills, with attention to detail, and a confirmed ability to prioritize and track reviews, assessments and initiatives across multiple teams and functions.
    Flexible work demeanor while being focused and reliable in an environment of multiple time zones and frequently changing demands in global context.
    Commitment to personal growth and development, and a willingness to regularly receive and act on performance feedback in pursuit of continuous professional growth.

    Preferred experience & skills: 

    Fluency in English and either French, Arabic or Spanish.
    Knowledge of challenges in the humanitarian sector in East Africa.
    Experience in workplace safeguarding.

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  • Senior Auditor – East Africa Senior IT & Networks Auditor

    Senior Auditor – East Africa Senior IT & Networks Auditor

    What you will do

    Plan periodic reviews of the processes and procedures of the East Africa Opco’s and the mobile services business to provide assurance on the internal controls and business/enterprise and operational risks.
    Review control mitigation plans of Functions and ensure adequate and prioritized management attention on remediating known issues and preventing recurrences.
    Ensure that issues arising from audit and other compliance reviews are well understood by all levels of management and staff and that learning on fraud and control issues are shared amongst relevant teams
    Lead the auditing process and successful completion of financial and operational audits.
    Draft audit comments and report issues to support findings identified during the fieldwork.
    Manage the partner associates and/or Airtel Audit staff during the auditing process.
    Interact with management to gather necessary information.
    Review and resolve problems faced by staff auditors and make recommendations.
    Perform various risk and control assessments.
    Perform and lead periodic assessment and testing of key controls.
    Train and guide the internal auditors.
    Ensure timely completion of audits and submission of reports.

    You should possess the following qualities and experience;

    Must be ethical and be able maintain independence of internal assurance
    Ability to manage projects through prior planning and regular check points
    Ability to challenge the status quo by using concrete facts
    Relationship management of different stakeholders
    Report writing skills
    Communication skills

    Technical requirements

    Minimum 6-8 years’ experience in Audit, Risk, Control and Compliance related roles.
    Experience in Telecoms/Service or Mobile or traditional Financial Services Industry added advantage
    Strong analytical and problem solving skills
    Excellent planning skills
    Hands on attitude
    Able to handle and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously
    High personal standards and results oriented
    Excellent interpersonal skills; stakeholder management and collaboration
    Excellent and effective communication skills, both written and oral

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  • PROPEL Health Kenya – Technical Advisor, Health Financing PROPEL Health Kenya – Technical Advisor, Policy PROPEL Health Kenya Administrative and Contracts Manager PROPEL Health Kenya Finance Manager PROPEL Health Kenya – Senior Program Officer (2 Positions) PROPEL Health Kenya Senior Manager, Finance, Administration and Grants

    PROPEL Health Kenya – Technical Advisor, Health Financing PROPEL Health Kenya – Technical Advisor, Policy PROPEL Health Kenya Administrative and Contracts Manager PROPEL Health Kenya Finance Manager PROPEL Health Kenya – Senior Program Officer (2 Positions) PROPEL Health Kenya Senior Manager, Finance, Administration and Grants

    Project Overview and Role:
    PROPEL Health is a follow-on project for Health Policy Plus (HP+) and it’s predecessor Health Policy Project (HPP). In Kenya, the predecessor projects have supported the government of Kenya to strengthen devolution and intergovernmental relations, engagements with public and private sectors for improved domestic resource mobilization, evidence generation and use, to inform health financing reforms, budget advocacy and programmatic decisions. In the last 10 years, the predecessor projects strengthened the capacity of Counties and National Ministry of Health in public finance management and advocacy resulting in increased government investments in health.
    PROPEL Health Kenya will build on previous engagements with the Kenya government under its predecessor projects, and leverage their accumulated knowledge and lessons learned in sustainable financing to effectively support the government. PROPEL Health Kenya has a local team and has built scalable partnerships with local institutions as well as regional bodies whose capacity/resources can be leveraged to advance the agenda on sustainable financing for health. 
     Primary Duties and Responsibilities: 

    Assess health finance impact and other related health financing studies to improve access to key financial information to determine feasibility and sustainability of scaling up health finance interventions.
     Design and implement technical activities related to health finance policy in Kenya.
    Engages stakeholders and local actors to ensure strong, consultative approach to health financing efforts and decision making.
    Stays abreast of key developments in health finance and resource allocation innovations and interventions in Kenya and more broadly in East Africa, to inform technical support activities under the PROPEL Health Kenya Field Program and other projects. This includes frequent interaction with the Government of Kenya stakeholders at the national and county levels relevant to this area as well as multilateral partners and donor agencies.
    Interacts with internal and external resources and other experts to bring new and “cutting edge” ideas into approaches.
    Helps others on matters related to topic area of health financing related to research and evaluation and applies relevant methodologies to programmatic issues of importance.
    Represents the projects, company, and programs in the health financing area in Kenyan and regional forums, as well as with others in the professional community and in countries of collaboration independent of technical supervision.
    Prepare analytical work that informs health financing decisions.
    Provide technical assistance to the team on matters health care financing and PFM
    Conducts all work to accepted standards of research ethics.
    Performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

    Required Qualifications:
    Requirements:

    Education: BA in health policy, public health, Statistics, Health Economics or relevant field; at least 8 years relevant work experience, or related field or equivalent experience OR 6 years’ experience with at least a Master’s degree in a relevant field. PhD degree will be an added advantage.

    Knowledge and Experience:
    The Senior Technical Advisor Health Financing will serve as a key member of the project team, providing support for implementation of project activities. Responsibilities of the Senior Technical Advisor Health Financing will encompass technical, project management, operational, research, and communication tasks. Potential responsibilities include:

    Working closely with both in-person and virtual teams to achieve shared objectives. This will include other technical team members in Kenya, PROPEL Health partners, and the global Technical Leadership Team for PROPEL Health to ensure application of high-quality Health financing strategies, tools, and curricula.
    Lead development and implementation of policy tools, approaches, and curricula to achieve PROPEL Health Kenya objectives.
    Experience leading or providing support to support the implementation of high-quality monitoring, evaluation, and learning activities (e.g., developing and or monitoring theories of change and conducting outcome harvesting)
    Produce and/or edit a variety of documents including briefing materials, meeting notes, presentation slides, research briefs, and reports for a variety of stakeholders (such as funders, implementing partners, external audiences)
    Proven experience facilitating meetings and workshops.
    Support project teams with the development and production of highly polished presentations, concept notes, briefing materials, and other products such as blog posts, newsletters, meeting summaries, thought pieces, and e-communications on key topics of interest.
    Contribute to the development of administrative policies and procedures to ensure efficient and effective project implementation.
    Experience managing and monitoring the execution of deliverables through collaboration with implementing teams, funders, and other technical partners.
    Fluency in English is required. 

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