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  • Principal Business Analyst – T24 CBS

    Principal Business Analyst – T24 CBS

    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

    Leads project teams and vendors to drive the business needs and expectations by ensuring business intent is well understood and delivered.
    Manage business relationships with different business areas and liaise with other sections/departments in the delivery of services and projects as well as maintain good working relations between the solution engineeringteams and all stakeholders.
    Review and validate test basis documents, test cases, test strategy documents for accuracy, coverage and conformity to requirements.
    Manage and execute various levels of functional and non-functional testing including system, user acceptance and regression tests.
    Generate process and solution documentation that clarifies and validates how the organization utilizes business systems to meet business requirements.
    Working and aligning with the risk, compliance, and data protection teams to complete new products and services risk assessments and ensure services reach the bank’s risk and compliance standards.
    Collaboratively develop and review Business Cases, Request for Proposals (RFPs), Request for Quotations (RFQs) for technology acquisitions and solutions delivery, vendor evaluation documents and plans, and participate in technical and functional evaluation of bids for new systems and solutions.
    Promote proper release planning, guaranteeing successful solution deployments and adherence to business needs and priorities.
    Participate in innovation to improve delivered products and services and to explore new technologies and their applications to the enterprise space.
    Mentor, coach and grow staff within business analysis function.

    MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
    Academic & Professional 

    Education     Bachelor’s degree     Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field of study    RQ
    Professional Qualifications    ITIL Foundation/ Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP)/ TOGAF Certification    RQ     
    Project Management    PRINCE II (Practitioner) / AgilePM / PMI-ACP / Certified Agile Project Manager (IAPM) / Certified Scrum Master (CSM)    AA     
    Master’s Degree    Business Administration or Project Management     AA     

    Experience
    Detail    Minimum No of Years    Need Type[5]

    Progressive experience in Information Technology     6    ES
    IT Projects    4    ES
    Business Analysis and Architecture.     4    DE
    T24 System Support & Maintenance     2    DE
    Temenos T24 Core Banking System Implementations/Upgrades/ Enhancements    3    ES
    Experience in T24 design and architecture, product upgrades, configurations/parameters required for customizing the T24 to accommodate business requirements.    3    ES
    Knowledge in Accounting & Finance behaviour of T24 and experience and supporting GL reconciliation/corrections.    3    ES
    Knowledge and experience in Temenos T24 Design Studio, Integration & interaction frameworks, TAFC/TAFJ run time environments and Temenos Web Services (TWS/IRIS).    3    DE
    Knowledge of agile development methodologies using the Sprint/Scrum methodology of agile applied in IT Projects and Temenos Implementation Methodology as applied in Temenos T24 Implementation projects    3    ES
    Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Linux/Unix Operating Systems.    3    DE
    Experience working in a fast-paced agile environment.    3    ES

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    eoin.fa.em3.oraclecloud.com

  • Corporate Business Manager

    Corporate Business Manager

    Purpose of the position

    The Corporate Business Manager will be directly responsible for developing the strategy on how we can penetrate, develop and serve the corporate organizations that are in the following sectors, export vegetable market, Cash crop sector such as sugarcane, tea, avocado, coffee, cotton, export of herbs, floriculture sector.
    The Corporate Business Manager will be directly responsible for developing the strategy on how we can penetrate, develop and serve the organic farming space. The responsibilities include positioning existing products, ensuring compliance with regulatory and industry players and vetting of new product lines introduced into the organic crop protection and nutrition regime.
    The Corporate Business Manager will be directly responsible for developing the strategy on how we can penetrate, develop and serve the irrigation solutions market. The responsibilities include positioning tailor made irrigation solutions to the clients serviced in the markets listed above
    The Corporate Business Manager will be directly responsible for developing the strategy on how we can penetrate, develop and serve the professional services market. The responsibilities include positioning the company to provide pest control, spraying and fertilizer application through precision technologies such as drones, alongside other professional services in the agricultural field.
    The holder will also be responsible in developing mechanisms to develop, grow and sustain the corporate business into the future.

    Key Areas of Responsibility

    Strategic plan implementation
    Sales Management
    Business Development
    Marketing
    Budgeting and Cost Management
    People Management
    Area of Responsibility
    Activities
    Success Criteria
    Strategic plan implementation
    Defining annual strategic goals and developing clear strategies and plans on how to penetrate to the corporate business
    Documented overall department goals and milestones
    Cascading the annual strategic plan to the department level
    Documented departmental goals
    Contribute information and recommendations to strategic plans input on how to grow the business
    Documented recommendations
    Align the departmental plan to the strategic plan
    Departmental Plan
    Preparing and presenting quarterly and annual reports to senior management team
    Quarterly reports on the performance versus the targets
    Create and execute a strategic plan that will expands our customer base and extends the company’s reach in terms of corporate business
    Sales strategy
    Growth
    Analyze and improve corporte business processes and workflow and implement changes to grow the customer base
    Continuous improvement report
    Setting individual targets with the team that you will be working with
    Documented Targets and achievements
    Develop the growth mechanism to ensure that the business is sustained
    Documented the growth plan
    Ensure that that we have penetrated to the following corporate sectors and obtain substantial business; Export Vegetable market, cash crop farming, e.g Tea, Sugarcane, avocado, mangoes, wheat, maize, Barley, rice and pineapple
    Continuous increase of customers and revenue
    Ensure that our customer base for organic farming and export market has grown
    Continuous improvement in sales for organic product in our portfolio
    Work with the Irrigation Executive to Provide irrigation solution to our customers
    Weekly Sales Plan
    Ensure that the company has its presence floriculture
    Obtain customers from the sector and ensure that they give us continuous business
    Managing organizational corporate business plan that covers sales, revenue, and expense controls.
    Monthly Revenue
    Ensure that existing customers are retained and there is upselling and cross selling
    Customer retention rate
    Revenue from existing customers
    Understand our ideal customers and how they relate to our products.
    Customers Profiling
    Developing the sales team through motivation, and product knowledge education
    Sales team skill index analysis
    Ensure that the sales team offer exceptional customer service
    Customer Satisfaction Score
    Development of customer retention strategies

    % of customer retention

    Maintain good customer relationship
    Net Promoter Score
    Business Development
    Finding and developing new markets and improving sales
    New customers per month
    Developing goals for the sales team and business growth and ensuring they are met.
    Business growth goals achievement
    Researching organizations and individuals to find new opportunities
    Research on new opportunities
    Arrange business meetings with prospective clients
    Number of meetings per week
    Marketing
    Coordinating with marketing manager and sales manager on generation of new business leads

    % of lead generation

    Promoting the organization and products
    Brand awareness
    Analysing market trends and preparing forecasts
    Market trends
    Conducting market research to understand the market potential to help in new markets penetration
    Market research report
    Increasing brand awareness and market share

    % of market share

    Collections (Receivables)
    Keep tracking outstanding debts and ensuring the company does not run into a risk of loss
    Monthly report of outstanding debt versus total sales
    Collect outstanding debts from clients and achieve collection target to ensure positive cash flow
    Percentage of collection versus total sales
    Maintain up-to-date customer contact information in the collections systems.
    Updated customer information
    Close a specific number of collections accounts each month to meet assigned target
    Monthly collection rate
    Contact debtors, negotiate payoff deadlines and payment plans and implement repayment schedules and terms
    Repayment schedules reports
    Build trust with debtors and plan course of action to recover owed money
    Customer Satisfaction Level
    Update assigned account status and database regularly for easier collection oversight
    Updated database
    Budgeting and Cost Management
    Predicting the company’s requirements, preparing a yearly budget, and planning future spending for the department

    Annual Budget

    Control budget versus actuals analysis
    Budget versus Actuals report
    Generate sections reports, cost and efficiency reports to management.

    Cost Savings

    Consolidate the annual budgeted sales and revenue for the department

    Annual Budget Sales

    Ensure that departmental budgeted sales and collections are met by holding daily check-ins with sales team to set objectives and monitor progress
    Budgeted sales versus actuals

    People Management

    Supervising corporate business department and assessing their performances

    Sales Department Performance Reports

    Setting targets, conducting performance reviews, performance improvement plans for the team
    Documented Performance Targets
    Performance Review Reports
    Handling team grievances and disciplinary matters
    Documented Actions
    Schedule regular team meetings to discuss on updates, issues and recommendations

    Weekly Meeting plan

    Action Plan for all meeting
    Assessing training needs of department and coming up with a training plan to address the gaps

    Training Schedule

    Number of trainings conducted per quarter

    Minimum Requirements, Skills, Experience, Competencies and Attributes
    Educational Qualifications
    Job-related skills, knowledge, and experience

    Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Floriculture, Agribusiness Management or related discipline in the agricultural field.
    Masters in any related field will an added advantage
    6 years’ and above experience in an Agri based company.
    Experience with Sales Management ERPs
    Marketing experience is highly recommended.
    Experience in planning and implementing sales and marketing strategies.
    Experience in customer relationship management.
    Experience in managing and leading a team.
    Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
    Dedication to providing great customer service.
    Ability to lead a sales and marketing team.
    A self-driven individual who motivates and inspires confidence.

    Interested candidates to submit their application letters and CVs to recruitment@sheerlogicltd.com not later than 28th June 2024 – clearly indicating the subject title as: CORPORATE BUSINESS MANAGER Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

    Apply via :

    recruitment@sheerlogicltd.com

  • Human Resources Associate, GS6 WASH Specialist (Emergency), Fixed Term, P-4

    Human Resources Associate, GS6 WASH Specialist (Emergency), Fixed Term, P-4

    How can you make a difference? 

    Under the close supervision and guidance of the Regional Chief of Human Resources in addition to the Human Resources Officer (Emergencies), the Human Resources Associate provides administrative, procedural and operational support and assistance to the efficient implementation of a broad range of Human Resources functions for all categories of staff in his/her office, ensuring accurate and timely delivery that is in compliance with UNICEF HR rules and regulations.

    Key functions, accountabilities, and related duties/tasks:
    Support to business partnering

    Support the business partners in developing initiatives to encourage employee well-being and employee recognition schemes
    Support the management of change processes by advising clientele on changes to HR processes under the guidance of HR Business Partner
    Support the business partners in assisting clientele using HR systems such as talent management, agora and achieve.

    Support in the processing of entitlement and benefits

    In consultation with the supervisor, analyze, research, verify, and compile data and information on cases that do not conform to UN or UNICEF’s HR Rules & Regulations, to support the consistent and equitable application of decisions and implementation of agreed-upon action.
    In consultation with the supervisor, analyze, research, and verify the information for the purpose of responding to staff queries on areas related to benefits and entitlements
    Initiates the processing of a wide range of personnel actions in accordance with UNICEF rules and regulations, by ensuring all relevant forms and actions are completed by staff and forwarded to the GSSC.
    Maintains and prepares all personnel-related records and files, ensuring all information on each staff member is up-to-date and accurate.

    Support in recruitment and placement

    Prepares and circulates internal and external advertisements.
    Liaises with candidates in the various stages of the recruitment process.
    Prepares formal acknowledgment, offer, and regret letters.
    Initiates and follows up on reference checks and academic verifications, and ensures other background checks are completed.
    Monitors the life-cycle of the recruitment process to update supervisors as necessary.

    Support in organization design and job classification

    Participates in the review of GS positions-specific JDs, ensuring effective application of ICSC methodology.
    Drafts and edits of job descriptions to be submitted for classification for review by the supervisor.
    Follow up and liaise with HQ and RO over the status of requests to ensure timely completion.
    Prepares documents to be submitted for classification to RO and NYHQ, ensuring completeness of documentation.
    Monitors the life-cycle of all job classification requests to facilitate recruitment and organization planning.
    Compiles and analyses information and statistics related to posts and staff for reports on staffing trends.
    Analyze, research, verify, and compile data that facilitates the preparation of workforce planning reports for supervisors to review against benchmarks i.e. Gender and geographical balance and other recruitment-related key performance indicators.

    Support in learning & capacity development

    In consultation with the supervisor, researches and analyses data and information to help identify training needs within his/her office for the development of learning plans and other targeted training interventions.
    In consultation with the supervisor, researches, analyzes, verifies, and compiles information on external training courses available and educational institutions to help the supervisor decide on learning programmes that address learning gaps in his/her country office.
    Assists team in organizing and conducting courses, workshops, and events by participating in exercises that aim to build capacity of stakeholders.
    Develops and processes contracts for institutions providing training and courses, ensuring compliance with UNICEF rules and regulations. 
    Assists team in organizing and conducting courses, workshops and events by preparing and organizing distribution of materials for participants, ensuring availability of training venues and required equipment and supplies, while providing logistical and secretarial support at workshops and events as necessary. 
    Tracks the performance management cycle processes, ensuring the timely distribution and enhancing the timely completion and return of appraisals. 
    Support as the HR community manager in the knowledge management repository, along with the management of HR community learning events and sessions.

    Support to human resources in emergencies (HRiE)

    HRiE-related data management including but not limited to maintenance and update of ESAR COs surge trackers with COs Emergency Focal Points, Quarterly surge and emergency staffing reports.
    Rosters management and update including review of quarterly rosters usage reports in conjunction with COs, quarterly clean-up of rosters to remove non-eligible candidates, quarterly inclusion of priority candidates in the Rapid Response Mechanism external roster.
    HRiE-related meeting and communication management including meeting minutes, preparation of deployment requests, support to COs to prepare Terms of Reference.

    Minimum requirements:

    Education: Completion of secondary education, preferably supplemented by technical or university courses related to the work of the organization. *For this position, a university degree (Bachelor’s or Master’s) from a recognized academic institution in a relevant field may be used in lieu of relevant work experience.
    A minimum of 6 years of progressively responsible administrative or clerical work experience required.
    Experience in community management and/or social media management.
    Experience in managing data and statistics, including experience with PowerBI and Excel is an asset.

    Languages: Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of French of Portuguese is an asset.
    Desirables:

    Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency.

    Deadline: 2 Jul 2024

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  • Senior Grant Writer

    Senior Grant Writer

    Position Summary

    The Senior Grant Writer is central to AWF’s efforts to secure funding through well-crafted proposals. The Senior Grant Writer is a new position created to deliver on AWF’s ambitious fundraising campaign. The Senior Grant Writer will serve as the lead designer and writer for project proposals and pitch materials required by the AWF External Affairs / Development Department including seven and eight figure public sector, foundation, and philanthropic gifts.
    The incumbent will lead development of key materials and products to support External Affairs fundraising efforts in key markets. Working in close collaboration with the Program Design, External Affairs, Foundations, and Individual Giving team leads, the primary focus is to produce high-quality proposals and pitch materials that speak to donor interests and clearly articulate AWF’s value proposition based on strategy and funding priorities. She/he will work closely with technical and field teams, donor account managers, and cost proposal managers to shape relevant, inspiring, implementable project designs in a timely and accurate fashion. 

    Key Duties and Responsibilities

    Research and Understand AWF’s vision, mission, programs and needs and match AWF’s priorities to grant opportunities surfaced through Development team cultivation and research efforts.
    Produce written and visual materials and supporting documents that are tailored to donors’ interests and clearly articulate AWF’s program priorities across the three programmatic priorities of AWF’s $300 million Resilient Africa, Resilient Planet fundraising campaign: Leading for Wildlife, Living with Wildlife and Caring for Wildlife.
    Build productive working partnerships with technical and field teams, donor account managers, and Development team leadership.
    Pro-actively Involve technical and field teams, finance and administration, communications, monitoring and evaluation and other teams as relevant in design processes to ensure propositions are aligned with AWF’s priorities and implementation modalities.
    Distil complex content into accessible, inspirational, compelling, and concise materials that highlight the impact of donor investment.
    Manage workflow on production of materials in line with AWF’s Account Management Framework.
    Keep records of submissions, materials, process, follow up actions, and pipeline up to date.

    Requirements and Skills

    Minimum six years’ experience writing substantive content for sophisticated donor audiences, including foundation, government, corporate and individual donors.
    Experience writing successful seven and eight figure grant proposals.
    Ability to write clear and compelling proposals in both creative and technical formats.
    Ability to work in a multi-cultural, complex work environment under tight deadlines.
    Proactive in taking initiative in the context of ambiguity.
    Master’s degree in conservation and/or development related field strongly preferred.
    Demonstrated knowledge of conservation issues in Africa.
    Current passport with ability to travel to Africa

    Apply via :

    recruiting.ultipro.com

  • Head of Cambridge

    Head of Cambridge

    Job Advert: Head of Cambridge

    Our Client who is in education sector is looking to recruit for the Head Cambridge. The job holder will be responsible for the smooth running of the Cambridge School, the academic achievement of its pupils, and the management of its staff.

    Job description

    Provides overall leadership and oversee the effective management of the Cambridge school.
    Ensures that the school maintains a safe and caring environment that fosters academic excellence as well as spiritual and physical wellbeing of pupils.
    Ensures prudent management and use of resources in the schools.
    Coordinates learning programmes and activities, maintains enabling learning environments, and ensures effective teaching/delivery.
    Ensures quality controls and assurance in the school.
    Ensures compliance with all the legal and regulatory requirements as well as internal policies, procedures and regulations.
    Ensures the safety, security, health and welfare of pupils and staff.
    Ensures effective management of teaching and non-teaching staff.
    Ensures that systems that enable the school to keep relevant records are developed and maintained.
    Ensures timely preparation and submission of management and statutory reports.
    Ensures that the school develops and maintains healthy and productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
    Maintains an effective disciplinary and grievance handling system.

    Communication /Contacts
    Internal Contacts

    Head of School
    Teachers
    Pupils
    Other staff as appropriate

    External Contacts

    Parents
    Suppliers
    Officials from the relevant Government Ministries

    Academic/Professional Qualifications and Minimum Experience

    Bachelor’s degree in Education
    MUST have a minimum of six years’ experience in a similar position

    Qualified and interested applicants who meet the specifications are requested to send their CVS to recruitment@amsol.africa by 30th June 2024. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

    Apply via :

    recruitment@amsol.afri

  • Regional People & Culture Advisor (Documentation & Compliance)

    Regional People & Culture Advisor (Documentation & Compliance)

    About the Opportunity
    This is a new position for Inkomoko, with the opportunity for providing organization-wide comprehensive HR documentation, policy development and management, and legal support. The Regional People & Culture & Advisor, Documentation & Compliance will work closely with the leadership team and People and Culture (P&C) managers to develop, implement, and maintain HR documentation, policies, and procedures in compliance with relevant laws and regulations, while also providing legal support on HR-related matters including research, drafting documents, and litigation support.
    Reporting to the People & Culture Deputy Director, Country Operations, the position responsibilities include:
    Responsibilities
    Documentation and Records Management 

    Oversee the organization, maintenance, and updating of all HR documentation, including employee records, contracts, and compliance materials.
    Implement electronic document management systems to streamline documentation processes and ensure easy access to information.
    Monitor document retention policies and ensure compliance with data protection regulations.
    Ensure all HR documentation complies with relevant laws and regulations, including those related to employment, privacy, and data protection.
    Ensure staff records are organized by the respective staff, secure, and compliant with legal requirements. 

    HR Policies and Procedures

    Coordinate the development of new HR policies and procedures or update existing ones in collaboration with the P&C teams.
    Ensure all HR policies and procedures for all our Countries of operation comply with relevant laws, regulations, and organizational requirements
    Communicate HR policies and procedures to employees by distributing policy documents to all employees, conducting staff awareness sessions, and through other available communication channels.
    Evaluate employees’ understanding and adherence to HR policies. This may involve monitoring policy compliance, providing guidance and training to employees, and enforcing policies when necessary.
    Assist in interpreting laws and regulations pertaining to HR practices and policies

    Risk Management & Compliance 

    Stay updated on changes in employment laws and regulations and ensure that HR policies are updated accordingly.
    Conduct regular audits of HR policies, practices and procedures to identify areas of potential risk or non-compliance.
    Implement controls and procedures to mitigate identified risks and ensure compliance with legal requirements.
    Provide training to employees and people managers on relevant employment laws, regulations, and HR policies and procedures.

     Paralegal Support 

    Provide paralegal support to the P&C department on legal matters, including drafting legal documents, contracts, and agreements.
    Liaise with external legal counsel and maintain relationships with legal service providers.
    Take lead with internal investigations on employee complaints or allegations of misconduct, including gathering evidence, conducting interviews, and preparing investigation reports.
    Conduct research to stay abreast of employment laws, regulations, and industry standards.

    Training and Education

    Conduct training sessions for P&C staff and managers on document management best practices, policy implementation, and legal compliance.
    Educate employees on P&C policies and procedures to ensure understanding and compliance across the organization.

    Minimum Qualifications
    For this role, the successful candidate will have these qualities:

    Bachelor Degree in Human Resource Management, Legal Studies or any other related field.
    Certification as a paralegal or similar credential is preferred.
    6+ years or more of working experience in HR documentation, policy management, and/or legal support roles.
    Understanding of employment laws and regulations East and West African market
    Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
    Proficiency in document management software and Google suite
    Absolute confidentiality of employee records, demonstrating high levels of discretion, professionalism, and responsiveness.
    Excellent communication skills – both spoken and written with excellent presentation skills.
    Excellent collaborator – approachable, warm, honest, transparent, and able to influence others and manage up with confidence
    Fluent in English, additional proficiency in French is desired

    Apply via :

    inkomoko-job-portal.web.app

  • Country Operations & Partnerships Manager (COPM)

    Country Operations & Partnerships Manager (COPM)

    The Role:

    As the Country Operations and Partnerships Manager, you will primarily be responsible for partnerships and collaborations, innovation, driving operational efficiency, implementing brand strategies, leading the team and driving dynamic growth. The role will also cover business expansion and strategically position Flutterwave as the dominant payment provider in Kenya.

    Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

    Compliance and regulatory matters

    Oversee and secure all necessary regulatory licenses, permits and approvals required for the designated entity
    Foster strategic relationships with key stakeholders in the regulatory environment ensuring optimal value is derived from these relationships

    Partnerships and collaboration

    Develop and maintain key partnerships and collaborations in Kenya in line with Flutterwave’s overall partnership development strategy
    Actively negotiate and oversee all legal agreements and documentation and acting in the best interest of Flutterwave
    Oversee the development of the Partnership teams with particular focus on identifying, initiating and maintaining key relationships
    Develop a trackable pipeline of potential partnership opportunities with deliberate focus on conversion in line with agreed timelines

    Operational Efficiency

    Ensure all business processes and procedures run smoothly leading to optimal productivity and output across all teams
    Lead all business planning and budgeting processes ensuring interdepartmental coordination and strategic mapping of Flutterwave’s goals and objectives
    Oversee the recruitment and onboarding of in-country resources in line with approved manpower plans and budgets

    People Management

    Guide, advise, mentor and coach junior staff and peers to develop and broaden their scope of skills, including providing on the job learning opportunities

    Desired Skills, Competencies And Expertise

    Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field. MBA or relevant advanced degree is a plus.
    Minimum of 6 (six) years’ proven experience in operations management, partnerships, or a related field.
    Expertise in payments, financial services and / or local payment method
    A proven track-record of leading companies and/or teams and meeting operational and strategic targets
    Excellent communication skills and strong leadership capability
    Exceptional people management skills; ability to foster right behaviour in others through leading by example
    Entrepreneurial mindset, making presentations, writing proposals, signing contracts, developing partnerships
    Interested in shaping the future of payments, focusing on unmet needs.
    Ability to work in a multinational, multidisciplinary, and fast-growing environment.
    Ability to adapt to the changing needs of the organization
    Ability to perform under pressure.
    Autonomy, creativity, ability for do complex analysis
    Willing to work from home and travel across the assigned country
    Experience of working in an agile environment, where you have responded quickly to changing business needs
    Commitment to promoting a diverse and inclusive culture
    Fluent in English
    Authorization to work in Kenya without sponsorship

    Apply via :

    flutterwavego.bamboohr.com

  • Senior Director of Systems Architecture Vice President of Partnerships

    Senior Director of Systems Architecture Vice President of Partnerships

    About the Role

    In the journey towards implementing these strategic goals, we are seeking to recruit a highly skilled and experienced Senior Director of Systems Architecture to join our dynamic technology solutions team. This role is crucial for developing a comprehensive system architecture that supports decision-making across all levels of the organization. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, extensive experience in systems architecture, and a strategic vision to drive the integration and optimization of multiple systems. He/She will be at the forefront of our technological innovation, responsible for crafting a unified business architecture that seamlessly integrates diverse systems. This vision will be instrumental in enabling data-driven decision-making at all levels of the organization, ensuring that our architecture is scalable, secure, and adaptable to future needs. By collaborating closely with internal stakeholders and leveraging cutting-edge technologies, he/she will help drive our strategic objectives and foster a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.

    Deliverables for the Role:
    Architectural Design and Planning

    Develop and implement a robust systems architecture that aligns with organization’s goals and supports decision-making processes.
    Design scalable, flexible, and secure solutions that integrate various systems within the organization.

    Integration and Interoperability: –

    Collaborate with functional teams within the organization to understand requirements and translate them into architectural solutions.
    Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams, most of whom are external providers.
    Work with the technology solutions team as well as external provides to ensure seamless integration and interoperability of disparate systems using standard protocols and APIs.
    Oversee the implementation of middleware solutions as needed to facilitate communication between multiple systems.

    Data Management and Governance:

    Establish and enforce data governance policies to maintain data consistency, integrity, and security.
    Implement master data management (MDM) practices to ensure a single source of truth.

    Performance Optimization, security and compliance:

    Monitoring and enhancing system performance, ensuring high availability, efficiency, and reliability.
    He/she will be responsible for addressing performance bottlenecks and implementing solutions for improved data retrieval and processing.
    Ensure robust security measures are in place to protect data and comply with relevant regulations
    Conduct both routine and on-demand security audits and risk assessments.
    Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends.
    Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance system capabilities and business outcomes.

    Key Performance Indicators (Outcomes)

    Village Enterprise has a robust, flexible and secure systems architecture that supports decision making at all levels
    A scalable systems architecture fully implemented that supports business growth without performance degradation
    Seamless data flow and interoperability between all critical systems
    High user satisfaction and efficient access to data for decision making
    Comprehensive documentation supporting knowledge sharing and maintenance

    Qualifications:
    Education:

    Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field with a strong focus on software and systems architecture design, development and implementation.

    Skills and Experience:

    Demonstrated strong practical understanding of architectural frameworks and methodologies.
    Proficiency in designing scalable, secure, and high-performing systems.
    Expertise in data governance, master data management, and data integration techniques.
    Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills.
    Should be able to practically demonstrate ability to think strategically and translate business needs into technical solutions.
    Minimum of 6 years of experience in systems architecture, with at least 2 years in a senior or lead role.
    Proven track record of designing and implementing complex systems architectures in a multi-system environment.
    Experience with data management, integration technologies, and middleware solutions.

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    Use the link(s) below to apply on company website.  Interested candidates should apply online – Senior Director of Systems Architecture – Village Enterprise Careers (flair.hr) OR submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience and vision for the role to our Global Recruitment Manager, Reena Rey, at reenar@villageenterprise.org by 28th June 2024.Interested candidates should apply online – https://https-villageenterpriseorgabout-uscareers.careers.flair.hr/positions/a78Jw000004UIhxIAG OR submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience and vision for the role to our Global Recruitment Manager, Reena Rey, at reenar@villageenterprise.org by 28th June 2024.

    Apply via :

    reenar@villageenterprise.org

  • Water Engineer- Carbon Project WASH Manager Regional Rangelands Coordinator- Carbon Project Procurement Officer- Carbon Project Monitoring & Evaluation Officer Infrastructure Engineer/ Officer- Carbon Project Energy Officer Community Liasion Officer- Carbon Project

    Water Engineer- Carbon Project WASH Manager Regional Rangelands Coordinator- Carbon Project Procurement Officer- Carbon Project Monitoring & Evaluation Officer Infrastructure Engineer/ Officer- Carbon Project Energy Officer Community Liasion Officer- Carbon Project

    Job Purpose:

    NRT are the project proponents for the carbon project and are responsible for administering it and representing the carbon rights for several participating conservancies. Accordingly, we are looking for qualified candidates to fill the above position.
    Reporting to the WASH Manager, the Water Engineer will be responsible for providing technical support to the organization and community conservancies in delivering priority water development projects while taking consideration of environmental, legal/legislative and technical/compliance requirements.
    The role will support the WASH Manager to ensure that improved livelihoods are achieved across the NRT member community conservancies as a result of continued investment in water projects. This will be achieved through collaborations and partnerships especially with the County Governments and other stakeholders, in an accountable, professional, strategic, pragmatic, and innovative manner.

    Key roles/Responsibilities:

    With support from the WASH Manager ensure an integrated and holistic approach to water development across the conservancies with environmental, technical, and financial sustainability built into the design and management of water supplies.
    Support the WASH Manager to supervise and coordinate the development of WRM strategies and linkages to the water development plans within the counties including policies and annual plans for the conservancies.
    Undertake the field work for water resource survey, assessment, and mapping in liaison with the GIS department for development of the conservancy WRM strategies and plans with community prioritization.
    Undertake technical and feasibility assessment of the community priorities for water infrastructure development and prepare comprehensive reports of the studies capturing legal aspects, hydrological and water resource analysis, environmental considerations, social and technical aspects etc.
    Undertake technical engineering survey, design work, BoQ’s development and all the necessary technical input with engineering reporting for the community priorities identified e.g., gravity and piped water projects, sand dams, water pans, rock catchments, boreholes, water treatment, desalination etc.
    With support from the WASH Manager undertake contract management for all the water projects developments across the NRT member community conservancies.
    Together with other technical departmental staff, undertake construction supervision for all the water development projects across the NRT member community conservancies to the highest professional standards and as maybe directed by the WASH Manager.
    With guidance from the WASH Manager, support the establishment and actualization of conservancy-based water governance models/structures to ensure sustainability of the water supplies established with links to the respective county governments and other development partners.
    Support all the conservancies to engage and coordinate all water projects including linkages to the county governments, fundraising, and following of the priorities in the WRM strategies.
    Support the establishment and strengthening of coordination and partnerships at the regional levels to enhance coordinated water developments that enhances the implementation of the conservancies WRM strategies.
    Support the engagement on registration of Conservancies as Water Resource Users Association (WRUA’s) and eventually oversee the transition with support from the NRT WASH Manager.
    Build capacity of the department technical staff on water supply engineering designs and all related skills for effective water development across the NRT member community conservancies.
    This to also include mentoring for registration with the relevant professional bodies.

    Knowledge, experience, and qualifications required:
    Academic & Professional Qualifications:

    Bachelor’s degree (BSc) Civil Engineering/Water Engineering from a recognized university.
    Professional water courses from a recognized university/institution like IHE e.g. Rural water supply and management, Water Sanitation etc will be added advantage.
    Registration with Engineer’s Board of Kenya (EBK) and the Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK).
    Memberships to other professional bodies e.g. NEMA Expert, Hydrological Society of Kenya, Geological Society of Kenya, Institution of Civil/Water Engineers etc will be an added advantage.
    Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D and/or other water design software e.g., EPANET, HECRAS.
    Proficiency in Arc GIS and its application in water supply will be an added advantage.

    Experience required:

    Minimum of 6 years’ relevant experience working on water development projects or related natural resource management projects especially in arid and semi-arid areas.
    Working knowledge of relevant Kenyan legislation including the Water Act, Water Resources
    Management Rules, Water Resources Regulations, Environmental Management Co-ordination Act, National Construction Authority Regulations etc. is highly desired.
    Experience in working with people from diverse backgrounds, demonstrating respect for, and understanding of cultural differences.

    Technical & Behavioral competences:

    Excellent written and oral communication skills.
    Sound analytical skills.
    Exceptional honesty and professional integrity.
    Ability to work in challenging environment and deliver on tight timelines.
    Excellent interpersonal, networking, negotiation, and facilitation skills.
    Sound organizational and presentation skills.
    Ability to take initiative and work independently.
    Willingness to live relatively remotely and to be able to travel for extended periods within Kenya, including camping (where relevant) within NRT member conservancies.

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    Interested and qualified candidates are required to submit their application including a cover letter, detailed Curriculum Vitae highlighting relevant experience, academic and professional certificates, testimonials, a daytime telephone contact, email address, and names of three professional referees to reach us by close of business on Friday 21 st June 2024 to: recruit@nrt-kenya.org.

    Apply via :

    recruit@nrt-kenya.org

  • Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning (MERL), Coordinator

    Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning (MERL), Coordinator

    ROLE PURPOSE:
    The MERL Coordinator is responsible for overall implementation of Monitoring and Evaluation activities for the AKF programme in the Coast Region of Kenya
    SCOPE OF ROLE:
    Oversee and coordinate the monitoring, evaluation and learning agenda for the Coast Region programme which includes Civil Society, Education, Early Childhood Development, Work and Enterprise projects. 

    KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:
    M&E planning and coordination

    Coordinate and deliver the MERL agenda of the Coast Region programme.
    Lead development and implementation of M&E frameworks, indicators, protocols, and tools for all projects in Coast Region Kenya for efficient and effective tracking of programme’s progress.
    Leads on monitoring and evaluation (M&E) tools and processes, including but not limited to: develop and operationalize a comprehensive M&E plan, establish indicator tracking system, design measurement tools and reporting processes, and execute data collection, analysis, and reporting.
    Coordinate projects related evaluations, surveys, and studies.
    Designing consultancy TORS for project evaluation, surveys, and studies
    Supervise consultants conducting evaluations, surveys, and studies in all programme areas.

    Programme reporting

    Coordinate production of high-quality M&E reports for donors and AKF management

    Ensure reporting deadlines are met and communication of relevant notifications to program leads for timely reporting.
    Track reporting writing and provide targeted support to staff to meet set submission deadlines.
    Coordinate core sector indicator reporting and validation in liaison with the Regional MERL Coordinator
    Timely updating on quarterly basis, the Awards Information Management Systems (AIMS)
    Reporting the annual Global Reach System (GRS) data for Kenya.

    Quality control

    Coordinate quality assurance activities of the area programme including conducting regular programme quality assessments, partner assessments, routine field monitoring visits and supervision of all related projects data collection.
    Responsible for managing the data collection and coordination with the Country team (and consultants if necessary) ensuring a high quality of data collected and the use of evidence to inform adaptive management.
    Conduct routine quality control checks of M&E work, overseeing that planned monitoring and evaluation activities are taking place as planned.
    Promote individual accountability and commitment by clearly and regularly communicating expectations and providing constructive feedback.
    Enhance use of digital data management within the program, this includes use of Kobo, among other programs.
    Knowledge Management
    Co-lead the reviews and reflections processes across the area programme in liaison with project managers and area programme manager.
    Promote sharing of lessons learned from programme monitoring and evaluation to improve future programme selection, design, and implementation.
    Create and instil an M&E culture that promotes the learning and self-critical skills of program staff in the pursuit of project excellence.
    Track planned evaluations, research, and ensure that these reports are obtained and shared to facilitate learning.
    Document lessons learnt and good practices and share them with the broader organisation in liaison with the AKF Coast Region Programs Manager.
    Manage and mentor the projects staff on MERL processes.
    Provide training, coaching, and mentoring to CSO partners, ensuring their proficiency in implementing M&E activities and producing necessary information and reports.

    The requirements
    QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

    Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline, including Monitoring and Evaluation, international development, project management, social sciences, or  economics.
    Minimum 6 years of relevant professional experience in designing and implementation of M&E of development programmes with international NGOs or donor agencies; at least 2 of these years in an M&E related management position.
    Respectful of diversity; sensitive toward others in their context, situation, and challenges; pluralistic, open, and understanding toward other people’s cultures, values, autonomy, and faiths; demonstrates compassion and empathy; is courteous to others with respect for their background, religion, ethnic, social, cultural, gender, and age
    Committed to acting ethically and upholding safeguarding standards towards all staff, volunteers, and beneficiaries of the organisation.
    Extensive knowledge of Results-Based Management (RBM), including how to develop logic models and SMART indicators.
    Demonstrated ability in design and implementation of surveys and qualitative studies.
    Proficiency in use of statistical packages (e.g., SPSS or STATA) is desirable.
    Proficiency in Mobile Data Collection systems (e.g., Kobo Collect, SurveyCTO, etc) is desirable.
    Demonstrated ability to write high quality results-based and donor reports.
    Strong interpersonal and people’s management skills
    Excellent written and oral communications skills in English

    Apply via :

    krb-xjobs.brassring.com