Job Experience: Experience of 6 years

Senior Supervision and Compliance Officer Senior Records Management Officer Secretary/Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Job Specifications
The duties and responsibilities at this grade will entail: –

Participating in enforcing quality standards as directed by the Principal Supervision & Compliance Officer;
Participate in supervising legal education providers as directed by the Principal Supervision & Compliance Officer;
Participate in designing tools to ensure monitoring of adherence to standards of training and set curriculum by a legal education provider;
Participating in conducting office and field-based investigations into allegations of violations of the Legal Education Act, standards, and applicable rules and Regulations;
Participating in carrying out investigative research;
Participate in originating draft investigative results;
Assist in collating complaints or allegations for assessment;
Assist in conducting compliance checks on all legal education providers;
Assist in reviewing information from legal education providers to detect noncompliance or assess problems;
Participating in developing and maintaining an updated register of accredited legal education providers in Kenya;
Participate in writing draft review of institutional annual reports from legal education providers and make necessary recommendations.
Participating in the implementation of appropriate legal training programmes by legal education providers in line with set standards;
Assist in maintaining accurate records of all licensing, supervision and compliance activities;
Participating in the review of compliance procedures to ensure relevance and adherence to best practice;
Participate in ensuring investigations procedures/protocols to verify compliance with standards in legal education and training;
Assist in investigations and resolution of compliance concerns raised by the Council;
Assist in the review of corrective actions reports submitted legal education providers to ensure adherence with the standards and prescribed license conditions;
Implement appropriate compliance management systems and tools for efficient and effective compliance management.
Participate in planning and conducting regular compliance audits to assess compliance levels across the licensed legal education providers and applicants for licensing;
Participating in monitoring adherence to standards of training and set curriculum by all legal education providers; and
Participate in designing and developing tracking matrices to track status of applications for licensing as well as status matrices of compliance by licensed legal education providers with the license conditions prescribed by the Board.

Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must:-

Bachelors degree in law from a recognized institution;
A minimum period of (6) years’ relevant experience, three (3) of which should have been at the level of Supervision and Compliance Officer I or its equivalent;
Be admitted as an Advocate of Kenya and in good standing;
Membership in good standing to the Law Society of Kenya;
Proficiency in computer applications; and
Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Key Competencies, skills and attitudes

Planning skills;
IT and analytical skills;
Communication and reporting skills;
Ability to work independently and Team player.

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Use the emails(s) below to apply Interested and eligible candidates are urged to access the detailed job descriptions by visiting our website: www.cle.or.ke under careers and clicking on the link https://cle.or.ke/careers/Applicants should follow the following steps for application to be considered complete:Email soft copies of the Cover letter, CV, Certificates, and any other documents supporting their qualification to hrdept@cle.or.ke with the job title and reference number as the email subject for the job applied.SECRETARY/CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (CEO) – Fill out the employment application form and email it along with a detailed Curriculum Vitae, academic and professional certificates, transcripts, testimonials, ID any other supporting documents to chairman@cle.or.keA link will be auto-sent to the applicants’ email to further complete the employment application form.Applicants must complete both steps for their application to be deemed complete, hard copy applications will not be accepted.Successful candidates MUST be of the highest ethical standards, integrity, and professionalism and comply with the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya.Please note that:-SECRETARY/CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
COUNCIL OF LEGAL EDUCATION
P. O. BOX 829 – 00502
KAREN, NAIROBI.

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November 2, 2024
Senior Information Systems Security Officer Senior Systems Audit Officer

Job Purpose

The role is responsible for all assurance activities related to the availability, integrity, and confidentiality of customer, business partner, employee, and business information in compliance with the Bank’s information security policies.: –

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Overseeing and implementing the bank’s cyber security program and enforcing the cyber security/framework.
Support administration, optimization, and support of the Bank’s Technical security solutions, including perimeter email, cloud, network, endpoint, and data security solutions in compliance with the Bank’s policies and standards.
Ensuring the bank maintains a current enterprise-wide knowledge base of its users, devices, applications, and their relationships;
Ensuring the information systems meet the needs of the bank, in particular information system, development strategies, enterprise risk management framework, risk appetite, and ICT policies.
Design cyber security controls with consideration of all users at all levels of the organization including internal customers and third-party users/external users.
Work in collaboration with appropriate stakeholders to ensure staff and vendors’ access to our systems is secure has the necessary controls in place, and devices are fully operational and secure.
Organizing professional cyber-related training to improve the technical proficiency of staff.
Conduct regular and comprehensive cyber risk assessments that consider people (i.e. employees, customers, outsourcing, and other external parties) processes, data, and technology.
Ensure timely update of the incident response mechanism and business continuity plan (BCP) based on the latest cyber threat intelligence gathered.
Ensure frequent data backup of critical IT systems (e.g. real-time backup of changes made to critical data) is carried out to a separate storage location
Ensure the roles and responsibilities of managing cyber risks, including in emergency or crisis decision-making, are clearly defined, documented, and communicated to relevant staff.
Continuously test disaster recovery and Business Continuity Plans (BCP) arrangements to ensure that the bank can continue to function and meet its regulatory obligations in the event of unforeseen attack through cybercrime.
Research on and provide technical security expertise in the Cyber Security Environment
Undertaking any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Job Requirements and Experience

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or IT, Information Systems or related field;
A Master’ degree in Computer Science or IT, Information Systems, or a related field is an added advantage;
Six (6) years of relevant working experience;
Skills: Risk management, Reporting, Information security, System and network security, Testing and debugging, IT support;
Professional qualifications in any of the following: CISA/CISM/CRISM/ CEH/ CISSP/ MCSE/MCITP/CCNA/Project Management Certification; SSCP; CompTIA Security+; OSCP.
Member of a relevant professional body;
Management and supervisory trainings.
Meets the provisions of chapter six of the constitution;

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Interested and suitably qualified individuals should forward hard copies of their applications, enclosing copies of their academic and professional certificates, detailed CV indicating work experience, contacts and addresses of 3 professionally relevant referees by close of business 27th February 2024. Use the email recruitment@devbank.com. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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November 2, 2024
Resilience & Livelihoods Technical Advisor (RLTA), Somalia Resilience Food Security Activity (RFSA) Graduation Approach (GA) Lead, Somalia Resilience Food Security Activity (RFSA)

Position purpose

World Vision seeks a Resilience & Livelihoods Technical Advisor (RLTA), for the proposed USAID-funded Somalia Resilience Food Security Activity (RFSA). The goal of the Activity is to improve and maintain the food security of extremely poor, socially marginalized populations in IDP settlements and surrounding host communities despite shocks and stresses. This activity is a 5-year program worth approximately $72 million.

World Vision has been consistently present in Somalia since 1993 and is a highly respected, locally focused, broad-based organization that has earned the trust not only of the local population and government but also of donors such as USAID. In Somalia, it designed and leads the Somali Resilience Building Program (SomREP), an integrated resilience-focused program with a total budget of over $134 million for more than 10 years from seven donors, as well as the Building Pathway Out of Poverty for Ultra-poor IDPs and Vulnerable Host Communities program, an Ultra-Poor Graduation program, among others. This program implementation knowledge and experience, combined with World Vision Somalia’s strong relationships across Somalia, make it a unique employer with which to work in Somalia.

The RLTA will contribute to World Vision’s important work in Somalia by providing technical support to the livelihood’s skill-building and asset transfer components of the graduation approach. S/he will work with the Graduation Approach (GA) Lead to ensure cohesion across all components of the graduation approach and that interventions are sequenced, layered and integrated appropriately at all levels of implementation within the RFSA activity.

The RLTA will report directly to the COP and will work directly with the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Lead and Strategic Learning Advisor (SLA) to ensure that M&E and learning feedback loops are properly fed into and utilized by the technical field staff.

The RLTA position is contingent upon funding and donor approval and will be based Nairobi, Kenya with 50% of the time spent in Somalia.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Activity: Support the Graduation Approach implementation.

Provide technical support regarding the livelihood’s skill-building and asset transfer components of the graduation approach.
Collaborate with the Graduation Approach Lead to ensure cohesion and integration across all components of the graduation approach within the RFSA activity.   35%

End Results

Livelihood’s skill-building and asset transfer components of the graduation approach is implemented well.
All components of the Graduation Approach are implemented with considering social cohesion and integration.

Activity: Livelihood resilience and diversification

Develop and implement strategies for livelihood resilience and diversification.
Establish strong market linkages and engage effectively with the private sector.
Apply experience in value addition, market systems, and addressing environmental and cultural constraints to livelihoods.
Develop and enhance sustainable livelihood skill-building programs encompassing on-farm, off-farm, and non-farm livelihoods  35%

End Results: Well-implemented livelihood components.

Activity: Integration, layering, and sequencing

Ensure technical interventions are integrated, layered, and sequenced appropriately within the activity and with external stakeholders including USAID, the private sector, other donors, and Federal Government of Somalia. 15%

End Results: Effective Integration of program with other WV Somalia programmes

Activity: Staff Management

Supervise staff that report directly to this position.
Conduct regular coaching and implement the Performance Development Management system. 10%

End Results: All required staff positions are filled as per the organogram of the RFSA.

Staff are motivated and well equipped to accomplish their tasks.

Activity: Perform other duties as required 5%

End Results: Smooth running of the program activities.

KNOWLEDGE/QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE ROLE
Required Professional Experience

Six years of relevant experience at the community level in the Horn of Africa is required, with preference for experience working with Somali communities.
Have a broad range of technical experience including urban/rural livelihoods, climate change adaptation, gender, and social inclusion. Specific experience on graduation programming is preferred.
Must have an in-depth understanding of all components of livelihood development including selection, planning, and management of small businesses; livelihood resilience and diversification strategies; establishment of market linkages; and engagement with the private sector.
Have experience with value addition, market systems, and environmental and cultural constraints to livelihoods.
Demonstrate experience with the development and enhancement of sustainable livelihood skill-building programs including on-farm, off-farm, and/or non-farm livelihoods, from self-employment to small business creation.
Have demonstrated experience in resilience programming in dynamic and uncertain contexts characterized by drought, displacement, and insecurity.
Previous experience in working in a large USAID grant including Resilience Food Security Activity (RFSA), Development Food Security Activity (DFSA), Development Food Assistance Programs (DFAP)s, Multi Year Assistance Programs (MYAP)s and/or Development Assistance Programs (DAP)s.

Required Education, training, license, registration, and certification

A master’s degree in agriculture, economic, food security, international development or non-profit management or related a concentration from an accredited U.S. college or university, or international equivalent.
Strong management and interpersonal skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and other language(s)
Mentoring and facilitation skills,
The ability to network and communicate with a wide range of stakeholders,
Field experience in low-resource environments.
Demonstrated communication, creative problem solving, and management skills.
Professional licenses, as required in the field and by the donor.

Preferred Knowledge and Qualifications

Experience on graduation programming.
Experience working with Somali communities.
Experience in managing inter-agency consortiums is preferred.
Conversational Somali and/or Arabic is preferred.

Travel and/or Work Environment Requirement

Mandatory travels to implementation sites and regional, global meetings as required.
Travel to the United States WVUS Washington, DC Office to meet with donors and other stakeholders.

Language Requirements

Fluency in English. Fluency in conversational Somali and/or Arabic will be an added advantage.

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November 2, 2024
Catering Officer Grade 8-9-10 (DEF), Student Catering Department, Central Administration Messenger Grade III, Students Catering Department Assistant Secretary Grade A – Students Catering Department Records Clerk Grade IV – Department of Physics Assistant Chief Technologist Grade 11, Department of Clinical Medicine and Therapeutics Professor, Department of Management Science and Project Planning Registry Supervisor Grade BC, Deans Office, Faculty of Business and Management Science – 4 Posts Assitant Chief Technologist Grade 11, Department of Human Anatomy and Medical Physiology.

AD/2/36/24 – 9 POSTS

Applicants shall be holders of a Higher Diploma in either Institutional Management or Hospitality or equivalent qualifications from a recognized learning Institution. They should have six (6) years’ experience as Assistant Catering Officer grade ABC.

Duties and responsibilities:

The successful candidate will among other assignments be expected to: Implement Smooth, economic and efficient management the catering services in her/his kitchen in an economic, efficient and effective manner, Ensure prompt procurement of foodstuffs and other kitchen items and their safe custody, supervise staff under their jurisdiction, maintain their respective kitchen staff duty roaster and rotation schedules.

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Use the emails(s) below to apply NOTESCLOSING DATE: FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2024

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November 2, 2024
Accountant

Our client is in the airline industry and aims at promoting the development of safe, reliable, economical, and efficient air transport services to, from, within Africa and to foster closer commercial and technical cooperation.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the position.

Reporting to the Finance and Administration Manager the accountant will undertake the following roles and responsibilities:

Verifying approval of invoices and vouchers posting for payment both in the online banking and Sage Pastel system.
Ensuring all payments and vouchers are captured in Sage pastel system before processing payment.
Invoicing all customers as per procedure and on time.
Ensure chronological filing of payment vouchers, statutory payments, and Bank statements as per procedure.
Ensure that Receivables and payables are accurate regularly.
Follow up on claims and payments with partner institutions.
Coordinating insurance of all assets of the organization.
Issuance of cheques to service providers and staff.
Petty cash and cash balance management.
Work Closely with other stakeholders for successful internal and External Audit
Any other duties as may be assigned by the management.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Bachelor’s degree in Finance or accounting
Certified Public Accountant of Kenya(CPAK) and registered with ICPAK
6-10 Year experience in a busy private and or public institutions
Excellent IT skills particularly in excel, windows and other Microsoft office applications.
The Candidate must be very good/excellent in SAGE PASTEL software application.
A team player and requiring Little or no supervision.

Excellent communication skills
Highest level of integrity.

RENUMERATION

A competitive package including long-term benefits and health insurance shall be offered.

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: www.talcl.com/careers using the position as subject of email.

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November 2, 2024
Portfolio Manager

PURPOSE:

Responsible for construction and management of client portfolios. He/she is also responsible for client reporting and making investment decisions within an investment committee.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Developing and implementing effective investment processes and strategies that comply with the industry standards and relevant regulations.
Implementing robust thought process around the investment philosophy, strategy, and portfolio management process.
Keeping up to date with any changes or developments in the investment sector and providing clients with investment recommendations.
Participation in full investment cycle: client appraisal, research, asset allocation, security selection, portfolio rebalancing, compliance, reporting, as well as new product development.
Achieve investment returns above given benchmarks.

GENERIC DUTIES:

Carry out performance appraisal, coaching and mentoring staff;
Resource allocation, staffing and leave approval;
Participate in planning and budgeting for the department and
Participate in various meeting and committees and acting as spokesperson on behalf of the company.

STAFF MANAGEMENT

Foster a high-performing culture in the department.
Monitor internal performance within each spend segment/category
Champion continuous improvement

AUDIT, COMPLIANCE AND RISK MANAGEMENT

Strict adherence to all regulations, statutes, standards, practices and all internal processes and procedures as per the relevant manuals and comply with all relevant external legislation and regulations with regard to Compliance requirements.
Ensure that as a staff you actively contribute to the department/division attaining a “good” rating in both internal and external audit by performing your role to the required standards and adhering to all internal processes and procedures as per relevant manuals, policies and regulations of the Company.
Ensure that all risk management requirements within your remit are addressed and where necessary escalated through the available defined channels.

Academic and Professional Requirements

Education

Bachelor’s Degree From any recognized chartered university
Master’s Degree   From any recognized chartered university

Professional Qualifications

ICIFA, CISI CFA, CIPM

Experience Required:

Relevant experience   6

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cic.co.ke

November 2, 2024
Internal Audit Services

JOB PURPOSE:

The incumbent is responsible for planning, executing and completing assignments according to established Audit Plan and schedule. He/she shall recommend appropriate internal control improvements that may include operational enhancements or efficiencies and the preparation of audit reports as well as documenting controls.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage the Internal Audit Plan through formulation and execution of effective audit programs to help provide assurance to compliance with applicable laws, regulations and Institute policies and procedures
Carry out risks assessments and evaluate adequacy of internal controls prior to the execution of an audit program.
Carry out compliance audits of financial and accounting systems with International Financial Reporting Standards.
Ensure there is a proper system of documentation of audit test work and working papers in line with established international standards.
Review the Institute wide utilization of resources and provide assurance on their optimal use.
Prepare detailed reports on audit findings and make recommendations to improve the institute’s operations.
Follow up of findings and recommendations agreed on during the internal and external audits to ensure their implementation.
Conduct investigations and special projects where applicable.
Any other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

A Bachelor’s degree in Commerce or Business or Information System related field. A Master’s Degree is an added advantage
CPA (k) or ACCA CFA
Certification as a CIA, CISA or any other related professional certification.
Must be a member of ICPAK
Membership of Institute of Internal Auditor (IIA) is an added advantage
6 years of full-time experience in auditing and accounting

Interested candidates who satisfy the requirements below should forward their applications accompanied by a detailed CV, email address, day time telephone contact, name and address of three referees. The applications should reach the undersigned not later than 9th February 2024. The Management University of Africa is an equal opportunity employer.
THE VICE – CHANCELLOR
The Management University of Africa
P. O. Box 29677 – 00100, NAIROBI
Email: vc.jobapplications@mua.ac.ke

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vc.jobapplications@mua.ac.ke

November 2, 2024
Information Systems Auditor

Reports to: Head of Internal Audit

Location: Head Office

To provide an innovative, responsive and effective value adding Information Systems Audit Services to the bank by assisting the Board and the Management in evaluating and recommending improvements in the effectiveness of enterprise risk Management, internal control systems and corporate governance.

Responsibilities

Consistency in reviewing and giving viable recommendations on compliance requirements, optimal efficiency and cost containment with regard to information systems of the bank.
Review of KB’s critical systems, recommendation and implementation of appropriate and adequate IT security controls to mitigate and minimize information security risks. Continuous review of controls in place to identify and close gaps and provide continuous assurance on the governance, security and robustness of the bank’s information systems
Review robustness of the bank’s information system security and effectiveness of systems (policies, processes, procedures and tools) in escalating and investigating with IS security violations.
Adequacy of personal competence to effectively maintain quality assurance for the bank’s information systems in a manner that consistently meets established standards or benchmarks.
To review and assure Confidentiality, Integrity and Availability of all information resources in the bank.
Carry out vulnerability assessments, internal and external penetration tests for all the IT systems.
Facilitate Risk assessments for all IT resources with consistent follow up for issues closure to ensuring efficient and effective mitigation of all identified risks.
Support the Head of Internal Audit in ensuring timely assurance on all ICT related matters to the bank’s stakeholders.
Provide adequate assurance on the governance, controls, risk management, value for money, implementation, utilization, vendor management, revenue assurance, customer service/convenience, user support, change management, database management and data quality in all the bank’s digital channels.
To support the internal audit department in comprehensive data analytics as a tool for effective assurance.
Offer consulting/advisory reviews during project implementation.
Act as the liaison person with external IS auditors/consultants during scheduled reviews

Qualifications

University degree in Computer Science or IT
CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) and or CIA (Certified Internal Auditor) qualifications will be an added advantage.
Over 6 years working experience in a busy IT, Professional Audit firm or in General banking operations with 2 years as an IS auditor.

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www.kingdombankltd.co.ke

November 2, 2024
Programme and Finance Associate (A.C.T Programme)

Under the direct supervision of the UN Trust Fund CD and Operations Manager, and with a dual reporting line to the Programme Manager in Africa, the Programme Associate will support the Programme Manager to ensure that the development and implementation of the A.C.T programme is consistent with UN Women rules and regulations. The Programme Associate will contribute to research, financial management, and programme implementation including providing necessary operational, administrative and programmatic support. The Programme Associate will also work in close collaboration with the operations, programme and projects’ staff in the East and Southern Africa Regional Office and UN Women HQ as required for resolving complex finance-related issues and exchange of information. The Programme and Finance Associate will also support the Programme Manager with partner and stakeholder management, logistical support in coordinating events, convenings, advocacy spaces and support to civil society organizations (CSOs) and women’s rights organizations (WROs) and partners with partner agreements, monitoring and reporting.

Duties and Responsibilities

Provide administrative and logistical support to the formulation and management of the A.C.T. programme

Provide administrative support in the preparation of the A.C.T. programme work plans, budgets, and proposals on programme implementation arrangements.
Provide technical guidance to the executing agencies on routine delivery and reporting of programme supported activities and finances.
Prepare information for the audit of programmes/ projects and support implementation of audit recommendations.
Identify sources and gather and compile data and information for the preparation of documents, guidelines, speeches and position papers.
Assist the Programme Manager and Programme Specialist in all aspects of partner agreement and management.
Provide administrative support to the coordination of the call/request for proposals, including the organization of technical review committees, and capacity assessment of partners.
Monitor the submission of implementing partner financial and narrative reports.
Support the capacity development training to partners on financial management and monitor implementation.

Provide administrative support and facilitate knowledge sharing for the Programme

Undertake all logistical, administrative and financial arrangements for organization for meetings, workshops, events, and missions.
Make travel arrangements for the Programme Team, including travel requisitions and claims, and undertake monitoring missions as needed.
Assist the Regional Coordinator in coordinating meetings, dialogues, advocacy spaces, engaging with civil society, women’s rights and feminist networks for the implementation of the programme.
Provide logistical support and technical inputs for the coordination of events and participation in global and regional fora and advocacy spaces.

Implement financial strategies, in full compliance of UN Women rules, regulations, policies, and recording and reporting systems

Perform duties in full compliance with UN Women financial regulations and rules, policies and standard operating procedures, including internal controls.
Review and verify financial transactions, activities, and documentation; taking corrective actions as needed and reporting any unusual activities.
Monitor financial exceptions reports for unusual activities or transaction, investigate anomalies and report to the supervisor conclusions and/or present recommendations for actions/decisions.
Draft reports on financial status, procedures, exchange rates, costs and expenditures.
Provide advice and recommend solutions to a wide range of financial issues.
Monitor the proper functioning of the financial resources management system for office and programmatic budgets and resources.
Input and update the UN Trust Fund management budget and work plan in Quantum (ERP system)– verify accuracy by checking data sources, making necessary calculations and ensuring inclusion of all relevant data.

Prepare and administer UNTF budgets in full compliance of UN Women rules, regulations, policies, and recording and reporting systems

Support the preparation of the annual budget and work plan, extract resources and financial data for planning purposes.
Prepare budget revisions, revise project awards and status; and determine unutilized funds.
Implement and maintain control mechanism for development projects through monitoring budgets preparation and modifications and budgetary status.
Maintain internal expenditure control system.
Monitor, reconcile advances to grantees which are not in accordance with the approved budget and report any non-compliance to UN Trust Fund Chief.
Generate Quantum management reports, review data periodically and monitor projects delivery. Follow-up with Finance and Budget Sections on inconsistencies and ensure adjustments are accurately entered in the system.
Assist the UN Trust Fund in internal and external audits, coordinating the implementation of audit recommendations.
Undertake corrective actions on un-posted vouchers, including vouchers with budget check errors, match exceptions and unapproved vouchers. Respond to requests to resolve financial data issues.
Input data in Quantum and monitor status. Keep stakeholders and clients informed for timely action and/or decisions.

Provide finance support to the Programme and Operations team

Prepare PO and non-PO vouchers/invoices for projects.
Support the review of financial reports from grantees to ensure proper recording of expenses providing feedback on technical accounting topics (ai. foreign currency, accruing staff costs, etc) and prepare the necessary journals (accounts payable journal vouchers or APJVs) to process the financial reports in Quantum ERP system to liquidate cash advances to grantees.
Monitor each month over-expenditure of budgets and follow up with Budget Owner.
Monitor regularly transactions posted to projects ensuring actual expenditure has been recorded against correct budget category and activity, take timely corrective actions as required.
Monitor proper follow up of advances to implementing partners, review their financial reports together with project managers.
Monitor and proper follow up of all the financial items in Month-end and Year-end closure instructions status and under the guidance of the Operations Manager, take correction actions as required.
Keep stakeholders and clients informed for timely actions/decisions and review status reports for quality control.
Provide information inputs to financial reports for Regional Office, HQ Finance and stakeholders.
Provide inputs and take necessary actions to facilitate timely financial project closure, financial reporting, and closure of transactional processes.
Provide administrative and procurement support to the UNTF procurement focal point to arrange procurement activities for projects.

The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.

Competencies

Core Values:

Respect for Diversity
Integrity
Professionalism

Core Competencies:

Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues
Accountability
Creative Problem Solving
Effective Communication
Inclusive Collaboration
Stakeholder Engagement
Leading by Example

Functional Competencies:

Strong knowledge of financial rules and regulations and accounting principles;
Strong knowledge and application skills of IT tools and understanding of management systems;
Strong knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages;
Ability to provide input to business processes re-engineering, implementation of new systems;
Ability to administer and execute financial and accounting processes and transactions.

Required Skills and Experience

Education and certification:

Completion of secondary education is required.
Specialized national or international certification in accounting and finance is an asset.
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting is an asset.
Successful completion of UN Women Accounting and Finance Test is required as part of the selection process.

Experience:

At least 6 years of progressively responsible experience in finance;
Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc) and spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web-based management systems is required.
Knowledge of EU funded programmes is desirable;
Experience in the use of a modern ERP system, preferably Oracle Cloud, is desirable.

Language Requirements:

Fluency in English is required;
Knowledge of another UN official working language is desirable (French, Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish).

Other requirements:

The person to be hired must be a Kenyan citizen (natural or legal), or foreigner with permanent legal residence and valid work permit to remain and work in Kenya for the duration of the contract.

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jobs.undp.org

November 2, 2024
Programme Manager

The Position

In line with its mission to reach and support vulnerable communities and low-income populations, World Diabetes Foundation (WDF) has invested substantially over the past two decades in partnerships with health authorities and stakeholders in sub-Saharan Africa given the high prevalence of diabetes and other NCDs and the often-limited access to care. In parallel with the growing project portfolio in Africa WDF has in recent year launched a programme focusing on integration of type 1 diabetes into health systems with a specific focus on strengthening of care to children with type 1 diabetes. The programme is part of the Novo Nordisk-led programme Changing Diabetes in Children (CDiC) and is implemented across eight countries in East and Southern Africa and the Middle East. In these eight countries the projects are implemented by partners and government actors as part of larger NCD responses also supported by WDF.

As a Programme Manager your responsibilities will be:

In coordination with the WDF Senior Programme Manager manage and coordinate the WDF programmes and engagement focused on type 1 diabetes in the Africa region and engage with country partners, Novo Nordisk representatives and other relevant international stakeholders within the field of type 1 diabetes, while also expanding WDF’s stakeholder network on a continuous basis as appropriate. The role will include regular travel to partner countries.
Be the daily responsible for monitoring of WDF-funded project partnerships and programmes in 3-4 countries in the African region. The monitoring will follow WDF’s standard operating procedures and also include field visits, stakeholder meetings, etc., as deemed relevant, as requested by partners, and as requested from WDF headquarters.
Prepare reports, advocacy, communication, and other formats of content, related to WDF-funded partnerships in the countries of responsibility and in particular in relation to type 1 diabetes, and pursue opportunities for profiling of WDF. The incumbent will be engaged with organising stakeholder visits from WDF and from WDF’s donors.

Qualifications

The preferred candidate is Kenyan national or a national from one of the Eastern Africa Community member states and with a track record of employment with e.g. national health authorities or public health institutions, NGO’s working in Africa, or, international development agencies. The candidate would be expected to possess excellent writing and communication skills and be able to synthesise, analyse and communicate complex and comprehensive data. Experience on type 1 diabetes and a network within this area is an asset.

You are our ideal candidate if you:

Hold an academic degree at master’s level within a field of relevance (e.g. public health/international health, political science/social science, development studies or related
Minimum of six years of relevant professional experience
Have full professional proficiency in English. Additional language proficiency in French considered an asset.

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ordisk.com

November 2, 2024