Job Experience: Experience of 6 years

Regional Branch Manager General Manager

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Responsible for building, leading and empowering a communicative and effective store team by delegating, coaching and directing team members towards achieving set targets.
Responsible for Implementing and enforcing established standard operating procedures in the store Operations, sales, marketing, promotional activities in the store.
Responsible for setting KPIs for the team directly supervising and ensuring successful cascading of KPI and targets by the Sales coordinators to the rest of the team members.
Responsible in enforcing stock management processes.
Promote good customer service and resolve customer complaints, in a timely and professional manner.
Oversee and manage day to day running of the fresh department.
Enforce all Safety and Security Issues and report any and all unsafe conditions.
Carry out branch security activities as required i.e. open and close the branch outlet on a daily basis; Maintain custody of the branch alarm codes and passwords.
Ensure that daily cash reconciliation and intact banking is done.
Ensure that there is a safe working and shopping environment.
Ensuring the customer care section runs smoothly and intervene where necessary;
Any other duty which may be assigned by Management.

Experience Requirement

Minimum 6 years experience in branch operations
Prior experience in retail would be added advantage.

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November 5, 2024
Regional Account Manager

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Regional Account Manager SADC & IOI (RAM) will focus on proactively building new clients and grow assigned territories by working closely with our Technical, Channel Partner and Marketing team to formulate selling strategies and campaigns – to build trusted relationships with customers and their senior representatives. The Regional Account Manager is accountable for achieving and overachieving your sales target to contribute to the sales performance of your region. You will be the trusted advisor of Trend Micro as you articulate and promote the company’s value proposition and services to customers.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Identify and pro-actively target prospects and existing clients to drive the adoption of Trend Micro technologies and services
Increasing market share in the defined territory objectives of accounts and develop market strategies for each product and service
Knowledge of assigned territory, connect with CIO/CISO to create and grow opportunities
Work with relevant stakeholders (Pre-Sales, Marketing and Sales Head) to take the right value proposition to Channel CEO and associated sales and technical teams
Attain revenues goals per quarter allocation in line with BU goals
Develop relationships with our ecosystem of alliances or technology partners (AWS/ Microsoft/ Vmware/ Google)
Knowledge of security frameworks like Zero Trust, SASE, UEBA, XDR and Security Platforms like SIEM and SOAR can be added advantage
Document and maintain all account information in Salesforce to facilitate opportunity management, accurate revenue forecasting, and account planning
Communicate relevant information to stakeholders to facilitate decision making
Build and maintain client contacts and relationships by understanding client’s business and requirements
Consult customers on cyber security initiatives and drive constant engagement from demos till post implementation support
Lead and support any client meetings/calls
Hold and participate in the account review meetings to discuss claims customer experience, service performance and client feedback as well as possible future opportunities for CVP

SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Exposure to both End Customer Environments and Channels
Selling value to CIO, and complex multiple customer scenario showcasing technical and sales expertise
Proven Account Management experience in commercial sector
Knowledge of competition, new cybersecurity technologies, upcoming trends (Cloud, Digital Transformation, IIoT, industry etc), country regulations that affect target markets
Must have growth-oriented mindset and experience of working in the collaborative environment
Collaborative across various functions such as Technical, Marketing, Channel, to ensure customer success at all level
Ability to network, create and build strong relationships senior executive relationships
Excel in presenting business value proposition, solutions/benefits of complex technology in easy-to-understand business language

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum 6 years of relevant Sales Experience and preferably few years in Security Industry.
Account Management certification such as SPIN or TAS would be highly regarded.
Sales Based Certifications
Security Certification

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trendmicro.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com

November 2, 2024
Municipal Manager – 3 Posts Clinical Officers – 20 Posts Economist II/Statistician II Civil Engineers – 2 Posts ICT Officers – 2 Posts Hospital Administrator

Duties and Responsibilities

Answerable to the board and implement the decisions and functions of the board as per Urban Areas and Cities Act,2011 Section 20 and 21
Manage Administration in accordance to the Urban and Cities Areas Act, 2011 and applicable legislations.
Formulation and implementation of policies, strategies, plans and programs
Develop, implement an integrated Development Plan and monitor its progress
Act on behalf of the Municipal Board by ensuring the execution of the decisions of the Board
Prepare and present for approval to the Board of the Municipality, an annual estimate of revenue and expenditure.
Be principally responsible for building and maintaining a strong alliance and effective working relationships between the Board and the civil society, private sector and community based organizations;
Prepare, and submit to the Board an annual report on the activities and accomplishments of the departments and agencies comprising the executive branch of the Municipality.
Act as Board Secretary and as an ex-officio member of all committees of the Board; and
Exercise supervision over all departments and agencies of the Municipality and coordination of its activities
Enforce the provisions of this Charter, Municipal By-laws, and all applicable laws; and other Municipality decisions;
Prepare and administer the annual Municipality budget;
Administer Municipality utilities and property;
Encourage and support regional and intergovernmental cooperation;
Promote cooperation among the Board of the Municipality, staff and citizens in developing Municipality policies and building a sense of community;
Exercise such other powers as may be prescribed by Charter, by-laws and applicable laws.
Any other duties as directed by the Board

Requirements for Appointment

Be a Kenyan citizen.
Hold a Bachelor’s Degree from a university recognized in Kenya
Possession of a relevant Master’s Degree would be an added advantage
Must have at least Six (6) years experience, four (4) years of which must have been in a senior management level in reputable organization;
Must be computer literate in Microsoft package from a recognized institution;
Understanding national goals, policies and development objectives of vision 2030;
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Demonstrate a thorough understanding of socio-economic dynamics in Murang’a County
Be a strategic thinker and result oriented Wide knowledge in Urban Development Policies and Financial Management
Good knowledge and interpretation of key and related Urban Areas and Cities Legislations and Policies, Knowledge of Municipal Operations and Delegation of Powers
Satisfy the requirements of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution on Leadership and integrity

Terms of service: 3 yrs. Contract Salary: As Prescribed by Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC)

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November 2, 2024
Senior Finance and Administrative Assistant – G6

Reporting Lines:

Under the Overall responsibility of ILO Country Office in Dar es salaam, the Sr Finance and Administrative Assistant will work under the Programme Manager of the PROSPECTS Programme in Kenya and will be based in Nairobi, Kenya. He/She will receive additional guidance from the Finance and Administrative Assistant already working on the PROSPECTS Programme as well as from the Finance and Administrative Officer for PROSPECTS in Dar es salaam. Additional support and collaboration will be coordinated with the global Finance Officer of the Programme in Geneva.

Description of Duties

Analyse, evaluate and monitor a variety of complex financial documents, accounts to identify and investigate anomalies or wrongly posted transactions and to determine corrective action. These may include general ledger accounts, such as: major operating bank accounts; requests for replenishments; field imprest accounts; development cooperation budgets; payment requests related to PROSPECTS.
Carry out all operations required for expenditures under development cooperation funding, ensuring the most rational use of funds. This includes making calculations, requesting funds, checking supporting justifying documents and making payments.
Monitor accounts regarding allocations and expenditures and makes adjustments to optimize utilization of the PROSPECTS Budgets. Draft and clear administrative correspondence relative to budgetary matters to verify data, answer queries and obtain additional information as needed.
Prepare detailed cost estimates and budgetary forecasts. Prepare background information, periodic and ad hoc reports for use in the PROSPECTS programme and budget preparations. Participate in budget analysis and projections as required and provide information upon request and acts as a Certifying Officer for proposed obligations.
Ensure smooth functioning of the project administration and operation support-related functions in close collaboration with other administrative and operation support staff through the provision of management and administrative support to the ILO Office and PROSPECTS Programme. This includes processing entitlements, issuance of contracts and maintenance of records and files of the Programme.
Lead the preparation of financial data to be included in the Financial Report and Audited Financial Statements.
Train, brief and provide guidance to ILO Project Coordinators on financial and budgetary issues. S/he will be required to participate in the preparation of training material and in the presentation of formal training courses as required by the project/programme.
Brief and assist staff and consultants on all aspects of administration related matters and provide interpretation of financial and administrative rules, regulations and procedures.
Participate in the organization of special meetings and coordinate all important administrative arrangements for conducting workshops/seminars and trainings including travel and hotel reservations, travel authorizations and assembling information pertinent to travels.
Review all incoming correspondence which require action: making recommendations regarding the appropriate action to be taken; monitoring deadlines for responses, follow up with various project/programme personnel and other organizational units on the submission of reports and correspondence. Prepare on own initiative correspondence and reports as required on general administrative or other related tasks, including those of a confidential nature. Prepare periodic administrative statistics, reports and correspondence.
Provide guidance and supervise the work of any administrative and/or other support staff and perform other relevant duties as assigned.

Required qualifications

Education

Completion of secondary school education. Formal training in accounting and /or finance and administrative field would be an asset.

Experience

At least 6 years of progressive experience in administrative and Finance Management of projects with considerable knowledge of procedures related to the Finance/Accounting and Administration with in depth grasp of financial principles and practises. Supervisory experience and familiarity and Knowledge of financial rules, regulations and operations of the ILO or any other UN organisation is an added advantage.

Languages

Excellent command of English

Competencies

Ability to prioritize work assignments, organize own schedule, perform routine work independently, meet deadlines and adapt to changing demands.
Proficient in computer software (Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Adobe Reader) and ability to use other software packages required by the Office (e.g. IRIS).
Ability to obtain services from other work units inside or outside the office for completion of tasks.
Thorough knowledge and understanding of complex financial, administrative guidelines and procedures as well as the full range of administrative services within support areas such as HR, Finance and Procurement.
Ability to respond to requests and to deal with visitors with tact and diplomacy and; ability to lead a team and manage a heavy workload under time pressure.
Ability to search and retrieve information from databases and compile reports.
Ability to deal with confidential matters with discretion and demonstrate responsible behaviour with attention to detail.
Ability to work in a multicultural environment with gender-sensitive behaviour and attitudes.
Proven ability to take ownership of all responsibilities, to act with integrity and transparency by maintaining social, ethical and organisational norms, and to meet all commitments within the prescribed time, cost and quality standards.
Ability to work effectively in a team, when under pressure and have excellent interpersonal skills.
Strong written/verbal communication skills, including the ability to write accurate financial reports.

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jobs.ilo.org

November 2, 2024
Branch Manager (SPA) Electrical Engineer Control Room and Dispatch Engineer Systems & Apps Developer Assistant Manager – Risk and Compliance

Key Responsibilities

Ensure compliance across all departments within the branch.
Create and maintain effective processes to manage all machines and equipment for operational effectiveness.
Oversee maintenance schedules for all spa machines and equipment.
This includes assessing and managing all breakages, wear and tear notices, etc as per the company policy.
Ensure proper and accurate record keeping and maintenance for all facilities at the branch i.e power and water consumption.
Manage external parties such as contractors (plumbers, security company, guarding, electricians, etc) city council and public health officers.
Check and supervise all rooms to ensure facility and equipment status is always in top notch condition and functional.
Ensure the 360 degree- customer experience is understood, implemented, and upheld by all. Monitor sales teams’ rebooking and upselling strengths and frequencies and execute relevant training sessions. Review and share client feedback.
Relevant parties within the team and follow up where further discussions are required to determine issues and solutions to execute.
This includes feedback related to staff and facility/equipment. o Ensure all staff are presentable and uniform appropriately as per the company policy.
Maintain required OSH standards and requirements for all equipment and within the facility.
Ensure the FOM is always updated with the team changes to ensure proper and convenient planning for the team calendars.
Coordinate with the FOM where renovation, maintenance or repair works are ongoing for better client/booking management.
Liaise with the FOM to ensure team product and role knowledge through training and reviews.

Qualifications

Relevant bachelor’s degree or diploma in front office hospitality.
Must have 6+ years of experience as an operations manager in the hospitality sector preferably for a SPA.
Intrigued by moving parts and excellent coordination of events.
Organized with an eye for detail.
Experience in managing operations and contractors is highly preferred.
Knowledge of scheduling software systems is highly desirable.
Solution-oriented and a great team-player.

Deadline for applications: 30th March, 2024

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November 2, 2024
Senior Manager, Strategy

Job Purpose Statement

The Senior Manager, Strategy is responsible for the delivery of a strategic projects and internal consulting engagements. This leader will leverage their experience in management consulting to deliver some of the most challenging NCBA Group enterprise programs.

No two days on the Strategy team are the same. You’ll collaborate with teammates and business stakeholders on major projects that produce meaningful insights and actionable recommendations for NCBA Group – from broad, enterprise-wide endeavours to narrower, more business-specific opportunities.

This role reports to the Director of Strategy & Chief of Staff

Ideal Job Specifications
Academic:

Master’s degree preferred; will consider equivalent work experience

Desired work experience:

Minimum of 6 years combined experience in a combination of the following areas:

Excellent strategy development skills, with mid-level experience in a leading strategy consultancy or in a strategy role for a corporate preferred

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ke.ncbagroup.com

November 2, 2024
Senior Manager, Performance Management Officer, Customer Experience Executive

JOB SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Director, Human Resources the role holder will be responsible for executing the agreed talent agenda with a primary focus on performance management. The individual will be responsible for collaborating with the business to instill a culture of high performance at SBM Bank Kenya. The role holder will collaborate with business leadership and management to drive market success through critical talent interventions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performance Management

Design, regularly review, and implement the SBM Bank Kenya performance management framework across the bank.
Develop and regularly review policies, guidelines, tools, processes, the performance management cycle, templates, forms, training material, employee reference material, standards, and inter alia important to the performance management system of the bank.
Lead the blue printing, configuration, process mapping, UAT, and implementation of any technology solution specifically designed to aid the bank’s entire performance management system.
Lead and deliver organization-wide training on the performance management framework, policies and procedures, tools and guidelines, the performance management cycle, and all related standards and processes.
Plan regular training including refresher trainings on the use of the technology solution supporting the performance management system.
Embed end to end performance management training in the New Joiner on-boarding program to complete within the 90 days of joining. Include elements of the training in the new joiner bank induction program.
Ensure all line mangers are inducted into critical people management capabilities within 3 months of appointment into a people management role.
Own and drive the successful annual cascade of organization strategy and implementation of country and functional balanced scorecards, team and individual business objectives, individual development plans and key milestone conversations. Ensure that all employees have signed BSCs at the beginning of the financial year.
Develop and disseminate internal communication covering the key performance management activities and milestones beginning with publication of the annual performance calendar.
Regimentally generate reports on overall compliance and share them with the Head – Talent Management as well as with Line Managers for review and accountability.
Lead and own the conduct of quarterly audits of BSCs, IDPs, & PIP documents to test for quality and strategic alignment.
Support the mid-year appraisal calibration process by collating robust data and analysis of performance appraisals across the entire bank.
Train leaders and line managers on the calibration standards and process ahead of each calibration window.
Support the full year reward management process by availing fully calibrated and signed off performance appraisals for the full year.
Analyze performance data and provide insightful country and functional reports to leadership and management consumption and action.
Effectively challenge all non-compliance to the bank performance management framework, policies, systems, and standard
Guide and support the Learning Manager in the consolidation of organization wide IDPs and the development of thematic learning demands based on the IDPs.
Work closely with employee relations to ensure tight governance around performance consequence management including ensuring aptly documented PIPs and subsequent processes as per policy guidelines and in line with labour legislation.

Talent Segmentation & Development

Working closely with the Head – Talent Management lead the execution of the talent segmentation agenda across the bank.
Conduct talent segmentation refresher trainings across the bank and ensure to cover all leadership teams.
Develop the Talent Council calendar and communicate it in advance to all function talent councils.
Facilitate biannual Functional Talent Councils and drive completion of development action plans across the entire bank. Coordinate the talent development budget with the overall learning budget.
Ensure a robust, time bound talent segmentation process with clear output on: HiPos, Top Talent (H1 & H2), Critical Roles, Critical Skills, MVPs, Key Execution Pools, Succession Plans, and crucially, development plans.
Work closely with Line Managers and Business heads to develop Talent profiles for Top Talent and HiPos and build a conversation deck consolidating these
Guide the Learning manager on the integration of Talent council and talent development committee outcomes in the overall organization learning plan and budget.
Act as Chief Talent broker proactively facilitating on the job learning, and leadership development interventions including Job Swaps, Job Rotations, Attachments, Business Visits, STAs, LTAs, secondments, etc.
Track and report on talent development progress in line with the recommendations of the talent development committee and ExCo.
Continuously benchmark globally to improve the quality of the Talent Segmentation agenda at SBM Bank Kenya.

Talent Pillars Collaboration and Support

Participate in and support the Head – Talent Management with the delivery of the employee engagement strategy, communication of the engagement calendar of activities, and delivery of all signature engagement activities. In particular, own career development initiatives such as career clinics and workshops.
Working in close coordination with the rest of the Talent team support the planning and administration of the employee engagement survey, collation of results, cascade of results and action planning.
With guidance from the Head – Talent Management own key initiatives in the employee engagement agenda including planning for the HR Caravan, Career Development, Financial Literacy programs, etc.
Participate in and support the deployment of leadership interventions with laser focus on any interventions directed at the talent council and talent development committee outcomes.
Participate in and support Talent Acquisition initiatives as coordinated by the Talent Acquisition Specialist.
Lead the implementation of the SBM Bank Talent Value Proposition including workshops to build awareness of our strategic intents.

Reporting and Analytics

Lead the design and generation of talent analytics covering various aspects of talent management including: Performance, monthly J-M-L, JEDI (Justice, Equality, Diversity, & Inclusion), Workforce demographics and trend data, succession planning, critical roles and skills heat maps, among other talent related analytics.
Work closely with the Head – Talent Management and HR Director to generate workforce analytics for consumption by the board and senior management.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS:

Direct Reports to this Position

None

Customers of this Position

All Departments

KEY KNOWLEDGE AND COMPETENCES:

Knowledge; Skills and Experience required for this Role

Minimum of (6) years relevant experience, collectively, in the following areas;

HR Generalist
Performance management
Talent Segmentation and Development
HR Analytics
Employee Engagement
Experience in the development and deployment of performance tools such as OKRs, Balance Scorecard, is a desirable quality.

Academic and Professional Qualifications

Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management or in a related field. Postgraduate qualification preferred
Member of IHRM / CIPD / SHRM or any other equivalent, globally recognized accrediting body

Competencies required for this Role

Strong Business acumen
Strategic mindset
Strong stakeholder management skills
Customer Focus
Leadership
Strong Planning and Organizing skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Coaching and counseling skills

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November 2, 2024
Country Manager, Kenya

DESCRIPTION

Job’s aim

Responsible for country legal representation, HR management, fundraising, program implementation, compliance and financial management.

Specifications of the job

Responsible for realisation of Country Office targets;the Country Manager plans, manages program implementation and oversees the in-country finance and administration functions. S/he ensures the quality of work and provide consistent, professional, and warm relationships with donors, and raise funds to grow the Country Office budget and Cluster budget. S/he ensures good relationships with partners both private and public and with other sister organisations (i)NGOs.

Aim of the Organizational Unit

Is responsible for realisation of Country Office targets

Job category/Grade

Kenya salary scale – Grade x

Supervisor

Cluster Director

Supervises

Project Managers, Project Officers, M&E and Communication Officer, Program Administration & HR Support Officer, Project Finance Officer.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Results and Competences

Result area & Description

Strategy proposals

Monitors the progress and interdependencies of different projects within a Cordaid programme, taking into account the developments in the country/regions, and proposes improvements in the chosen strategy. Leads on country strategy design and implements the strategy.

Cooperation benefits

Creates partnerships between governmental institutions, donors, partner organisations and (inter)national non-governmental organisations, taking into account the agreed programme results.

Funds

Interacts with (potential) local/institutional donors, convincingly advocating for the added value of Cordaid as to acquire funds and ensure the future funding for the programme(s) in the designated country/region.

Business/Action plan

Translates the agreed Country Office targets into a Business/Action Plan for the Country Office, with specific results in designated project areas while securing the connection with the Cordaid strategy.

Programme Management

Keeps track of developments within the projects, manages the activities within the team and makes the necessary adjustments, taking into account the business/action plan, governmental policies, donor policies and the allocation of resources and preventing mission creep.

Financial Management

Keep track of the financial performance of projects and exploitation budgets, ensuring that the CO operates within the boundaries of its approved annual budget.
Ensure and be accountable for compliance with donor and internal Cordaid financial requirements.

National compliance

Ensures and takes any measures necessary to ensure the country office is compliant with national laws and regulations and manages relations with relevant government institutions to that effect.

Management sublocations

Leads sublocations (if existing), decides how much and which kind of contact or guidance is needed and ensures proper communication from sublocations with headquarters.

Security Management

Assesses security risks in projects and realises the security of the Cordaid team, consultants and Cordaid visitors, according to the Cordaid’s safety & security policy.

Programme Reports

Collects information within the programme and reports about the results, specifics and possible deviations following the required reporting standards, providing solutions to minimize the impact of deviations.

Personnel management

Leads and coaches the multidisciplinary country team on a day to day basis in accordance with the management style of Cordaid, focused on productivity, the professional development of staff and employee satisfaction.
Coaches staff and leaves room for professional freedom to determine how to execute the work. Builds on the strengths and talents of staff members to improve team performance.
Emphasis teamwork, project based working and commitment. Ensures efficient use of resources and controls quality of work.

Integrity

Showcases integrity standards as outlined in Cordaid’s integrity policies.
Fulfills integrity responsibilities as outlined in Cordaid’s Integrity Framework and Standard Operating Procedures.
Positively contributes to a safe environment within their scope of influence by encouraging dialogue, trust, as well as understanding and adherence to Cordaid’s integrity standards and procedures.

Other

Any other duties assigned by the Cluster Director

REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge, Skills, and Experiences

University or master’s degree in agriculture, health, economy, humanitarian aid, international development, or other relevant subject
Extensive knowledge of (remote) management styles, institutional donor funded programs, program management, international cooperation with local partners, country/region of the Country Office, techniques, reporting standards and languages
Good understanding of the financial framework, structure and compliance requirements of a country office within the setting of an international NGO
At least 6 years of progressive experience in managing complex professional programs/projects/offices of international organizations or companies.
Social skills to bridge cultural or other differences on several locations or from remote distance.
Behavioral values and skills: trust, accountability, problem solving, cooperation, teambuilding, negotiation, conflict management, collaboration, flexibility, creativity
Writing skills to clearly formulate strategy and project proposals including expected impact

Competencies

Strategic orientation
Self-motivated, proactive and result driven
Creativity and Innovation
Integrity
Leadership skills
People management skills
Results oriented
Entrepreneurial thinking
Open, outgoing and reliable
Ability to work independently under pressure and proactive work style
Ability to transfer skills
Gender sensitive

Key result Areas

Program implementation
Program monitoring
Partnership Management
HR Management
Representation/networking
Donor mapping / fundraising
Coordination of program activities
Country Office operation
Financial management and compliance
Legal assurance and reporting to government
Effective staff management
Security

Working conditions

40 hours a week

Travel to partner offices as and when needed

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cordaid.hrmagic.co

November 2, 2024
Finance Lead, Country Programs

THE OPPORTUNITY

Reporting to the Country Head, Finance, the Lead will be supporting Programs teams and partners to oversee all financial aspects of program partnerships including due-diligence, budgeting, controls, contracting, financial reporting and analysis. S/he will act as the primary Finance contact for assigned Program teams in-country.

WAYS YOU CAN CONTRIBUTE

Manage the full cycle of Finance program partner contracts, i.e. Expression of Interest (EOI), proposal, contract approval, conduct due diligence, budget reviews, program execution and monitoring, and program completion.
Guide and train external program partners on all financial aspects of contract execution, including budgeting and reporting, due diligence, financial controls, and Canadian regulatory requirements.
Provide financial expertise and advice internally to the Foundation’s Programs team on the development and implementation of comprehensive programming strategies.
Provide ad-hoc data and support for learning and evaluation activities, including analysis of program outputs and value-for-money.
Maintain accurate and timely financial documentation and data, and report on contract commitments, disbursements, and cash flow projections.
Ensure the managements grants systems is updated in a timely & Accurate manner with the correct financial information for each program.
Ongoing monitoring program financial performance post kick off (Deliver phase) to ensure the Foundation resources are deployed as envisaged and there is sufficient funding & financials controls in place to support the delivery expected program outcomes.
Ensure there are adequate business controls with the programs to ensure the safeguarding of the foundation’s assets.
Accountable for compliance with local and international financial regulations and requirements, e.g. Canada Revenue Agency.
Accountable for compliance with local and international financial regulations and requirements, e.g. Canada Revenue Agency standards, anti-money laundering and anti-terrorism laws, etc.
Provide periodic reporting on partner finance matters as determined by the partner contracts and ensure follow up action items are closed as required.
Troubleshooting and management of financial issues that arise during program implementation.
Lead comprehensive program assessment processes ensuring quality control of the plans (accountable for the quality of the due diligence assessment)
Lead the assessment of the organization capacity assessments especially as it relates to the financials capacity of potential partners.
Drive annual due diligence review process and updating yearly workplans with Programs teams and partners.
Perform due diligence procedures on partners (i.e. evaluating financial statements, tax returns, financial capacity, watchlist screening).
Ensure programs comply with Canadian regulatory requirements (e.g., charitable purposes and private benefit), and international financial regulations (e.g., anti-money laundering and anti-terrorism laws), escalating to Legal and Compliance team as required.
Assess alignment with charity law (i.e., private benefit and charitable purpose rules) in coordination with the Legal & Compliance teams.
Provide Financial Information & insights as pertains to program finance to support decision making.
Provide input into the foundation financial planning & budgeting routines within the required timelines and guidance as provided by the Financial planning & Analysis team.
From time to time manage analysts and interns who support them in delivery of the program finance tasks; assign work and review outputs of the resources.
Identify opportunities to improve and standardize processes within Finance.

Who You Are

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; MBA added advantage.
Professional accounting designation and a member of a relevant professional body.
Minimum 6 years of progressive financial roles within large and/or global organizations. Previous work in the development sector an asset.
Strong Analytical skills with a high level of attention to detail.
Working knowledge of Financial Internal Controls Management.
Financials Reporting & Analysis experience including Budgeting, Financial Forecasting.
Problem solving skills and good influencing skills.
Fluent in English, French is an added advantage.
Able to Identify & Mitigate Operational, Financial and Business Risks.
Able to generate Routine Accounting Records and Financial Reports plus determine and apply correct accounting treatments.
Results driven and self-disciplined, with a strong sense of team and common purpose to achieve ambitious goals.
Able to formulate and develop a new or creative approach to a problem.
Proficient in MS Office applications, particularly Excel.
Flexible, adaptable, and able to execute a range of job duties and changing priorities.
Proven excellence in verbal, written, and presentation skills with the ability to articulate information to a variety of constituents across cultures and to distill complex information and data into accessible conversation and written pieces.
Possess professional maturity, sensitivity with different cultures, and impeccable integrity that exemplify the Foundation’s values.
You have a commitment to Mastercard Foundation’s values and vision.

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boards.greenhouse.io

November 2, 2024
Programme Budget Associate (GS-6), FT, PG Child Protection Senior Operations Manager, Fixed Term, P-5

Purpose of the post…

Under the supervision and guidance of the Senior Advisor, Child Protection, Planning & Management, and in collaboration with various colleagues within the CPPT section, POH, and DFAM, the Budget Associate is responsible for executing a broad variety of procedural and specialized contractual, budget and fund monitoring, tracking and analysis, and related tasks for the section requiring in-depth knowledge of UNICEF contractual and budget/finance and administrative procedures, processes and policies.

How can you make a difference?

Budget, Monitoring and Reporting:

Support to guide the section in entering planning budget in VISION and monitor coherence.
Support PBR submissions as and when needed.
Support annual work plan budgeting process for the section as well as Strategic Plan, OMP, and MTR submissions for the Section as and when required.
Maintain and monitor section and unit(s) budget through system generated reports and keep units informed with updated budget status and fund utilization tracking as needed.
Monitor utilization and ensure timely closure of commitments and prepare monthly detailed KPI analysis for the section.
Provide support and/or guidance to Programme Assistants using available tools for budget monitoring and reporting where needed.
Bring to the Supervisor and/or Unit Leads attention on issues requiring follow-up actions.

Budget and Payroll Planning:

Support updating and maintaining planning (budget and results structure) on VISION including, budget ceilings and PIDB coding.
Provides on-going support to programme staff on the appropriate VISION budget work process, routine operation and utilization of the system.Support annual payroll planning and monitoring for the section by gathering and analysing cost distribution data for submission to PGLT Central Service Centre (CSC).
Supports staff payroll run by ensuring that adequate funds are allocated for staff salary and cost distribution uploaded for all staff.

Contribution Management:

Alert units on expiring funds/grants at least two months in advance and maintain annual donor reporting tracking tool.
Support overall monitoring of grant utilization and alert the supervisor about emerging challenges.
Support monitoring Global Thematic Funds, allocations, utilization, and reporting.
Provide quality assurance of financial information including in donor reports, proposals, work plans and programme documents.
Enable an institutional memory within the office through development and maintenance of record keeping of allocations forms and emails; ensures the filing of and access to all the financial and budget related files on proposals, donor reports and all other financial documents.

Other Responsibilities:

Act as backup to Programme Associates/Assistants during their absence.
Support capacity development activities to strengthen overall budget skills and competencies of section Programme Associates/Assistants, in related technical areas related to the function, including but not limited to, financial management, VISION, Insight, and reporting.

Perform any other duties and responsibilities assigned as required

To qualify as a champion for every child, the candidate must have…

Completion of secondary education is required, preferably supplemented by technical or university courses related to the work of the organization is required.
For this position, a bachelor’s degree from a recognized academic institution in a relevant field may replace three years of related work experience.
A master’s degree may replace additional two years.is required.
A minimum of six years of progressively responsible finance or administrative work experience is required.
Experience in budget and financial planning, monitoring and management is highly desirable.
Advanced computer literacy and the ability to effectively use standard office software tools (MS Office, Enterprise database) and other office technology to create documentation, exchange and archive e-mail, and maintain electronic filing systems.
Proficiency in using SAP/ERP systems (VISION) will be an asset.
General Service Staff are recruited locally. Candidates must be in possession of an existing visa/work permit or be a resident/citizen of Kenya and/or a commuting area to be considered eligible for this position
Prior experience in programme support functions is an asset.
Relevant experience in a UN system agency or organization is considered as an asset.
Ability to work effectively with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.
Experience using MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other UNICEF software such as SharePoint.
Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.

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November 2, 2024