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Job Experience: Experience of 6 years

  • Human Resource Manager

    Human Resource Manager

    Job Description

    To ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the company’s human capital, driving a positive culture of performance and result delivery. The role focuses on providing guidance to the management on strategic staffing plans, performance management, compensation, benefits, learning & development, compliance, cost reduction and labour relations.

    Key Responsibilities
    STAFF ADMINISTRATION

    Establish employment status (Management & Junior Staff) for all staff and clearly articulate the policies applicable to each section of staff.
    Ensure staff records are validated and filed in the respective personnel files and in the HR Software.

    STAFF WELFARE
    LEAVE MANAGEMENT (ANNUAL, SICK, COMPENSATORY)

    Ensure annual leave planner is populated for all staff by department at the beginning of each year and followed thru. Any deviations must be preauthorised.

    DISCIPLINARY

    Manage disciplinary end to end process as required by law

    TIME AND ATTENDANCE.

    Ensure Attendance report are done daily by the HR Department.
    Drive timely attendance and adherence to company working hours

    GRADING & BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION.

    Administration of benefits for all staff as per the grade (Medical, tools of trade etc)

    PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT

    Ensure all staff have JDs and PP-KRAs signed that correctly reflect their work deliverables
    Plan and execute quarterly performance reviews for all staff.
    Staff on probation to be reviewed monthly and performance tracked
    Work with staff on PIP/PDP based on performance review feedback
    Prepare a quarterly calendar for one on one discussions with staffs on role alignment

    RECRUITMENT & EXITS

    Identifying and filling in staffing gaps
    Handle the interviews with the HOD/MD
    Ensure that induction is done properly before the employee settles in their workplace
    Ensure separation process is followed and updated in the HR system

    CULTURE

    To develop and initiate change management environment for performance and result delivery
    Implement actionable plans and activities on mission, vision and core values
    Develop competency leadership programs
    Plan for staff engagement activities
    Plan for weekly & monthly staff talks.
    Plan for fungua Roho sessions on monthly basis

    TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT

    Manage development programs with tracking system in place for all staff in line with business needs
    Ensure training calendar is in place for staff especially for general welfare and wellbeing of employees

    HR COSTS

    Leave – ensure staff are within 10 days carry over to the following year
    Labour cost management by following up on requisitions to ensure compliance
    Overtime MUST be at a bare minimum and any overtime must be preapproved.
    Reduction of excess staff and ensure strict compliance to shift system for all critical departments and reduction of waste and excess labour.
    Focus on increasing output per employee Q on Q.

    POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

    Develop and/or review policies and procedures in line with applicable labour laws
    Continuous sensitization of staff on company policies and procedures

    SUCCESSION

    Carry out mapping of all roles to ensure there is succession plan for all roles

    COMPLIANCE

    Compliance – legal, statutory, labour laws, CBA, medical certificate and food handlers’ certificate, NEA and other revenant laws
    Ensure risk identification and put in place mitigation measures

    OTHER DUTIES:

    Ensure you prepare and send reports on weekly ROI (Result, Objectives and Issues/Initiatives), Monthly ROPE (Results, Objectives, Plan & Execution). Send ROI by every Saturday.
    Ensure your team send you their ROIs (Results for the week, Objectives for the following week and Issues or initiatives that they may have to improve their performance) to you by every Saturday,analyse and give timely feedback.

    EHS

    Environmental Compliance
    Review and update Healthy and safety policy
    Follow through on accident and injury cases including notification to insurance under WIBA

    Skill & Experience

    Degree in HR /Business Management
    IHRM certification
    Minimum 6 years’ experience in Manufacturing industry in the same capacity

    If you are up to the challenge, possess the necessary qualifications and experience, kindly send your detailed CV quoting the job title on the email subject “Human Resource Manager” to: vacancies@jantakenya.com by or before 11 th July 2023.

    Apply via :

    vacancies@jantakenya.com

  • Field Sales Specialist Sales Support Specialist

    Field Sales Specialist Sales Support Specialist

    In this Field Sales Specialist position

    You will implement field sales plans and processes, including providing input for sales forecasting, budgeting, etc.
    You will deliver sales objectives and revenue growth for a defined geographic region, product line or market segment.
    You will secure new business and build on existing core business through repeat orders.
    You will answer inquiries, resolve problems, promote and sell products/ services.
    You will identify and contact prospective customers and build relationships to generate future sales and repeat business.
    You will check and understand type and size of customer requirements and suggest products/ service/ alternative products/ services.
    You will develop and deliver sales bids, presentations, proposals and conduct product demonstrations to customers.
    You will follow up and pursue prospects, conduct discussions on terms of sale and close business by connecting a customer need with a DHL solution and highlighting the value it may create for the customer.
    You will introduce products and promotions to customers and deploy marketing campaigns as appropriate.
    You will build rapport and trust with customers by being informed about their business and market.
    You will coordinate with internal teams such as sales, marketing, operations and service management for enhancing sales and customer retention You will give feedback to each team member to ensure constant alignment with Country, Regional and Global goals.
    You will support customer retention by staying in touch to ensure service satisfaction, providing information useful to the customer, and introducing additional services to the customer.
    You will identify problems that may not be clear in own area of authority and modify work methods accordingly.
    You will convince external parties such as skeptical customers, institutions, etc. who are skeptical or unwilling to accept proposals or where decision making process and standards are defined and mandatory.
    You will provide support on issues and problems from less experienced/ new team members, provide direction and guidance as needed.
    You will convince other subject matter experts to accept new concepts, practices, and approaches.
    You will build strong, trusting cross-functional relationships with DPDHL managers.
    You will understand customer and key stakeholders’ interests and concerns and advise direct reports, customers and key stakeholders.
    You will provide technical guidance to line managers and employees.

    Now, here’s what we need from you

    Bachelor’s Degree in related field
    6 years’ experience or more

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  • Cluster Manager

    Cluster Manager

    Key Responsibilities:

    Cluster Leadership and Management 

    Provide strong and positive leadership to the cluster teams ensuring competent and motivated staff
    Ensure over 95% implementation of Annual Plans and budget by close of financial year, ensuring adherence to Detailed Implementation Plans, 4-D matrices and -5% budget variance parameters; Supervise and monitor the implementation of the program plans of action
    Ensure all operations, planning and budgeting processes are aligned with the WVK requirements and standards
    Provide   leadership to the   three track   ministry (One   operation, one organization) principle
    Lead in the development and implementation of a risk register and uploading of the same in Riskonnect, prescribing controls and treatments and regularly monitoring effectiveness of the same
    Contribute to the development of strategy, directions for the program in line with World Vision Ministry focus
    Provide management oversight on all operational risks including the core security requirements
    Provides oversight for sponsorship integration as part of Area Programs planning processes, ensuring that sponsorship programming and sponsorship service operations objectives are met.
    Compile a multi-year plan for all activities across the Area Programmes, and produce an indicative multi-year budget.
    Manage all programming within the Area Programmes, across multiple technical projects, giving a holistic view of the Area Programmes.
    Ensure that Child Protection and adult safeguarding Policy is understood and adhered to in all programs implementation and any issues arising in the programs area are reported in accordance with the WV Policies and guidelines and dealt with through established structures and working with other likeminded partners to uphold their wellbeing.

    Accountability and Quality Assurance

    Accountability

    Oversight and overall financial Management at the Cluster level ensuring efficiency and effectiveness and compliance with WV Polices and standards.
    Ensure that the Program accountability frameworks (PAF) are in place in all APs for accountability and as a feedback mechanism for program quality improvement.
    Manage the Development Program Approach (DPA) community engagement process in all communities to identify appropriate technical projects for implementation with partners, and to adapt them for the context
    Ensure that WVK Operations at ADPs level are within the organization’s policies, procedures and business processes
    Ensure 100% implementation of audit recommendations and presence of risk management plan/document to guide operations
    Ensure security of assets is sustained
    Ensure green indicators for sponsorship year round Service Operation Indicators (SOIs/KPIs) and accountable sponsorship management practice
    Ensure a functional and effective accountability (complaints and feedback) mechanism
    Ensure quality workmanship of projects being implemented in the ADPs in line with WVK organizational policies and strategies (Ministry policies, Advocacy,
    Child Sponsorship, and Disaster Preparedness Plan, cross cutting themes, LEAP, WV Development Program Approach; among others)
    Ensure implementation of the necessary recommendations for effective ministry.
    Manage monitoring across the Area Programs to identify progress made and make necessary adjustments to plans; this will be including the annual review and planning meetings in all communities, and at the Area Programs level
    Facilitate development and monitoring of the AP procurement plans and SC processes
    Provide oversight to contract management – ensure contractors and consultants deliver within stipulated timelines and adhere to the stipulated contract terms

    Designs

    Lead the development of quality Area Plans in compliance to DME and LEAP guidelines and standards by ADP staff.
    Ensure adoption of the generic log frame in collaboration with the design team to address priority issues as per community needs.
    Develop specific M&E plan/system that includes relevant strategic indicators
    Ensure integration of sustainability in the implementation of plans
    Ensure timely incorporation of Support Offices and/or donors feedback to designs in a timely way
    Develop a feasible multi-year budget and staffing plan in collaboration with Region and P&C.
    Ensure   crosscutting   themes   –   Gender, Christian   Commitment, Child Protection, Disability, Environment and Climate Change, and Peace Building – are integrated in project designs
    Manage a collaborative design process drawing in WV stakeholders and major national external stakeholders and partners
    Design Technical Programmes that fit with the DPA to build ownership and sustainable results
    Negotiate with and support Area Programs’ staff in the adaptation and implementation of Technical Programs within the local context
    Incorporate appropriate elements of the contextualized Sponsorship Field Operating Model into the Technical Programs

    Learning, Documentation, Monitoring & Reporting

    Ensure critical monitoring data (from design documents and Child Well-being Outcomes (CWBO) indicators) is collected in a participatory manner with key staff and partners; to show progress and challenges at ADPs, Regional and National level – for purposes of learning, management decision making and reporting.
    Ensure sharing of consolidated monitoring data on CWBO for county /Cluster engagement.
    Ensure documentation, sharing and replication of best practices and innovations with internal & external partners.
    Ensure timely submission of quality reports and documents (e.g MMR, Semi- Annual, Annual Reports impact stories, good practices documentation, among others).
    Incorporate feedback from key stakeholders and reviewers using the review checklist
    Check reports for accuracy and edit as required
    Ensure archiving of data, documents and various reports for the reporting period so that it can be easily retrieved and used for evaluation/Audits e.g. Horizon, M drive, WVK KM site on WV central
    Ensure use of reports to generate communications materials in ways appropriate to audiences.
    Ensure utilization of reports for follow up and management of programs

    Evaluation

    Review   terms   of   reference (ToRs) and   provide   feedback   based   on understanding of the local context.
    Review measurement tools to ensure alignment with design and relevance to local context, and provide feedback to evaluation team lead.
    Lead evaluation planning and support evaluation management team with logistics and staff supervision.
    Provide local knowledge to support critical problem solving with the evaluation management team.
    Support the evaluation lead in analysis and interpretation of findings and development of recommendations based on the findings, drawing from knowledge of the programme area and context.
    Critically review evaluation reports and provide relevant, in-depth, and timely feedback.
    Facilitate use of baseline and evaluation findings appropriately with stakeholders to share learning, plan and advocate for Child Well Being among development partners
    Conduct staff and partnership learning sessions in a way that encourages team members and partners to continuously learn and improve development practice.
    Ensure documentation of success stories and good practices is done as per the plan.
    Facilitate processes where team members and partners can consider, plan for and act upon evaluation recommendations to ensure they are implemented as per the plan.
    Use evaluation report to mobilise resources (through concept/proposal writing targeting Government SO, AID Agencies and private sector).

    Collaboration, Engagement & Advocacy 

    Provide overall coordination of World Vision Kenya work with the county governments within the cluster.
    Ensure good relationship with community groups, government, Civil Society.
    Ensure WVK influence resources allocation by government to the community priority needs.
    Ensure   WVK   influences   the   County   Legislative, Policy   or   Regulatory Framework for the Wellbeing of Children
    Ensure   effective   integration   of   Gender, Christian   Commitment, Child Protection, Disability, Environment and Climate Change, and Peace Building into advocacy message as case may be requiring
    Represent and Profile WVK at the County/Cluster level; build and maintain effective communication and pro-active relationships with the county government at the headquarters as well as the respective program area.
    Work with the other Project Managers in the ADPs to inform, work with, and provide feedback on the World Vision Kenya Ministry in the county to the respective county levels of government.
    Ensure   participation   in/facilitation   of   strategic   lobbying   meetings   with stakeholders and Ward Representatives (Members of County Assembly) on the key issues in the best interest of the children that should be provided for in the county policy or law under formulation (or review).
    Manage advocacy and networking at the Area Programmes level
    Analyse and use information generated from many different Area Programmes, for advocacy, accountability and programme improvement.
    Facilitate APs to implement local level advocacy through the CVA model and ensure that communities are empowered to demand for their rights and hold service providers accountable to promote effective service delivery.

    Resource Acquisition

    Develop a mapping of resource needs within the respective ADP and from the other programs in the county.
    Work with the Resources Acquisition Team and the Regional team to develop concepts/proposals for funding.
    Provide support to the donors visiting the county for effective and efficient coordination of information sharing and messaging
    Ensure documentation of best practices and innovations for donor engagement.
    Participate in the development of funding concepts and proposals
    Develop a mapping of resource needs within the respective ADP and from the other programs in the county

    Team Management

    Model a high standard of personal Christian leadership, ministry and integrity through lifestyle and work relationships that support spiritual development of the team.
    Manage all staff based in the Area Programs, including any all technical staff in those areas.
    In close collaboration with P&C, ensure right program staff are recruited, retained, and provided with intentional opportunities, mentoring and coaching for development.
    Support professional development of each staff through on the job training, off site training or engaging appropriate Subject Matter Experts for identified training gaps
    Facilitate capacity building of staff on technical modules, through trainings, workshops, On the Job Training and technical backstopping etc.
    Ensure staff participate in morning devotions and are supported to grow spiritually
    Ensure accountability and performance management including consequence management where necessary

    Other

    Perform any other duty as may be assigned by supervisor or designee from time to time
    Participate and contribute in committees and task forces as required.

    KNOWLEGDE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

    Bachelor’s degree in Social Science, community development, Business management, Agriculture/ food security / Rural development/ Health/ Project Management or any other relevant degree from a recognized University. Advanced degree related to development/management/leadership work is an added advantage.
    Minimum of 6 years’ experience with regards to the designing, planning, and implementation, supervising and reporting on integrated development, relief and/or advocacy projects.
    4 years of which must be in managerial role.
    The position holder must be a result orientated leader who can manage and satisfy multiple, donor and other stakeholder demands.
    Computer knowledge including Microsoft office (Word, Excel, power point),
    Experience in engaging with government ministries is essential
    He /she must also handle public relations and be a strong team player

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    .wd1.myworkdayjobs.com

  • Senior Motor Vehicle Mechanic Farm Manager – ELITE Plants Farm Manager – Roses Head of Compliance

    Senior Motor Vehicle Mechanic Farm Manager – ELITE Plants Farm Manager – Roses Head of Compliance

    Key Responsibilities

    Inspection of vehicles and implements, recording the fault noted and performing the required remedy.
    Thoroughly perform scheduled services to vehicles and implements.
    Facilitating booking of the vehicles and implements for repair, maintenance or general service in the Workshop.
    To always make sure that all faults that the vehicles or Implements are booked for are thoroughly and adequately attended to the best of your ability before signing them off from the Workshop.
    To always exercise safe working practices and observe safety precautions at workstationor workplace.
    To prepare scheduled of required spare parts and forwarding to the Manager for procurement/sourcing.
    Safe use of Company issued tools and maintaining safe custody.
    Must be able to troubleshoot and fix vehicles problems.
    To always ensure Tidiness at the workplace.
    Promoting teamwork amongst your work mates.
    Providing timely and relevant feedback.
    Carry out pre-fitness checks on vehicles
    Test drive vehicles and make any necessary adjustments.
    Perform any other duties as directed by the Manager.

    Desired Competencies and Qualifications

    O-Level or its equivalent and above
    Government Grade Test 1, Diploma and above in Automotive Engineering.
    Over 6 years Hands-on experience on buses, trucks especially FH 215, tractors and implements.
    Must have a Valid Driving License Class B.C.E.
    Valid Police clearance certificate and willing to stay at the workstation as provided.
    Computer Literate will be an added Advantage.
    Should possess good verbal and written communication skills.
    Should have High degree of attention to details and accuracy

    Deadline for Applications – Monday, 31st July, 2023

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    Please visit our website to apply for this job. If you have questions about the job, you can contact the recruitment team via recruitment@aaagrowers.co.ke 

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    recruitment@aaagrowers.co.ke

  • Assistant Finance Manager

    Assistant Finance Manager

    GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION

    The positions key responsibilities are:

    Process financial transactions related to grants such as staff and farmer payments. Ensure complete, accurate and timely accounting for both the business and grant providers.
    Collaborate with other stakeholders to write and develop budgets for grant proposals. Align the budgets with the specific funding guidelines and restrictions. Track the status of each proposal.
    Monitor grant milestones and ensure all financial activities related to the grant comply with the donor’s regulations. Track and document expenses to ensure they are allowable and appropriately allocated.
    Maintain timeliness, accuracy and adequacy of financial and management reporting provided to the management, grant organizations and other stakeholders.
    Administer all associated aspects of this office and function including hospitality and housekeeping.

    SPECIFIC JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

    The Assistant Finance Manager is responsible and accountable for the following Core job elements:

    Participate in writing grant funding proposals and keep track of the status of each proposal.
    Prepare field budget, manage its implementation timely and accurately. Prepare regional managements accounts for analysis.
    Support the coordination of the procurement cycle. Ensure procurement of grant related items conform to contract guidelines.
    Compile, generate or execute and reconcile field related payments including farmer transactions and staff payments to ensure accountability.
    Monitor grant tasks to ensure they are accomplished according to planned grant conditions and milestones. Provide required accurate and timely updates and reports to the grant organizations.
    Manage proactively all grant related relationships, activities and requirements.
    Reconcile differences between raw material purchases and deliveries to the factory.
    Support data entry, track and report field databases as directed. Maintain grant-related records, including contracts and change orders.
    Ensure all company assets are insured and following up on claims.
    Facilitate ERP implementation and support to achieve its strategic objective.
    Manage and maintain an efficient office filing system.
    Support all administrative functions to facilitate the smooth running of the field office.

    EDUCATIONAL & COLLATERAL REQUREMENTS:

    Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting or Business Administration and CPA / ACCA or CFA qualification.
    Six (6) or more years’ experience in corporate finance. Experience working with grants is an added advantage.
    Experience in budgeting and reporting is required.
    Self-starter. Strong analytical and outstanding strategic, interpersonal, problem solving, negotiation, complex accounting, communication and people management skills.
    IT Skills: MS Office particularly excel and PowerPoint, accounting software such as Navision, SAP, QuickBooks, Oracle.

    TUME consulting is interested in meeting candidates who meet the requirements above. Interested candidates should submit their applications to info@tumeconsulting.com quoting ‘Assistant Finance Manager’ as the subject of their email by Monday, 7th August 2023.Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

    Apply via :

    info@tumeconsulting.com

  • Senior Software Engineer, Devops

    Senior Software Engineer, Devops

    What You’ll Do

    Below are just some of the challenges and problems we are trying to solve here at Gro. If you can help us with one or more we would love to speak with you – particularly if you’re eager to see your work have a bigger impact on the world 

    Build, design, scale, and monitor developer tools and cloud infrastructure to support CI/CD workflows
    Improve application deployment using containerization tools (e.g. Docker and Kubernetes)
    Automate configuration and deployment process using Infrastructure as Code (e.g. Terraform) and Python or Bash
    Partner with our data ingestion team to help them evolve the next version of our data acquisition platform.    
    Partner with our API and visualization teams to help them evolve the next version of our data serving platform.    
    Partner with our data science teams to help them securely and easily access our data streams, capture their science and provide pathways for them to deploy their science within our products.
    Work within the devops team to provide easy to use developer experience tooling and processes facilitating engineers across all teams to build well-tested and well-architected components into our architecture.
    Work with the platform teams to capture and facilitate their engineering work as they evolve the next generation of our internal serving platform.

    Who You Are

    Someone who is passionate about helping other engineers get things done efficiently
    Adept at, and motivated by, the concept of trying to automate yourself out of a job
    Internal customer focused team player; someone with a point of view who knows how to humbly express it and teach others to succeed technically
    Open-minded about languages/tools/frameworks, and able to make good decisions about which to use (and when) to solve a particular problem

    Qualifications

    Experience with enterprise cloud infrastructure and services (AWS, GCP, Azure)
    Proficiency in Terraform, Pulumi or any Infrastructure as Code platform
    Experience with Git, Github or other CICD tooling.
    Python experience and strong proficiency 
    BS in Computer Science, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience,
    6+ years of relevant industry experience

    Nice to have

    Familiarity with Postgres, Docker, Kubernetes or container orchestration in general, Rust, Airflow, DataBricks, Flux, Kompose
    Proficiency with a systems programming language (e.g. C/C++, Rust, Go, etc.)
    Strong Desire to ensure the Director never introduces Perl into production
    Experience in technical leadership, leading project teams, and setting technical direction

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    boards.greenhouse.io

  • Senior Innovation Manager, Innovation Consultancy Services Lead, CST II Driver, SC2

    Senior Innovation Manager, Innovation Consultancy Services Lead, CST II Driver, SC2

    JOB PURPOSE

    The incumbent, reporting to the Head of Innovation in WFP Kenya, will be expected to lead the Innovation Consultancy Services pillar, including the strategic leadership, business development, project delivery and team management. The incumbent will also be expected to actively contribute to the strategic direction and leadership of the Innovation Unit and work towards the overall success of the Unit and the WFP Kenya Country Office.

    RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ASSIGNMENT:

    Lead the Innovation Consultancy Services workstream including strategic direction and business development

    Set the strategic direction for the Innovation Consultancy Services team, manage the innovation portfolio, and ensure that the team delivers on key impact and budget targets
    Lead on demand generation, proposal preparation and negotiation of new contracts and funding agreements
    Provide guidance on scoping, delivering and managing innovation services in cooperation with a broad range of partners within and outside of WFP
    Build strong relationships with programme partners and realise high-impact, high value innovation projects with multiple partners within and outside of WFP

    RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ASSIGNMENT (cont.):
    Lead and deliver high-priority and high-impact innovation projects in line with WFP Kenya’s mission

    Ensure the on time, on budget and on scope delivery of the Innovation Services projects
    Plan and deliver projects related to WFP Kenya’s mission that involve senior stakeholders, and high-level partnerships management
    Lead and facilitate strategic multi-partner co-creation and strategy planning sessions, workshops, retreats
    Ensure that Innovation mindset, methods and practices are mainstreamed across the WFP Kenya country office through effective capability building and knowledge management
    Manage and guide the strategic partnership with the office of the UN Resident Coordinator on the development of UNCT Joint Programmes

    RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ASSIGNMENT (cont.):
    Lead and guide a team of Innovation experts:

    Guide and grow a team of Innovation experts and other disciplines by establishing priorities, providing coaching, and making sure people are engaged in the right value-creation activities.
    Provide strategic and expert advice and guidance on innovation methodologies, practices and project management
    Cultivate an open and high-performing team culture to help the team thrive in constantly changing environments.
    Conduct performance feedback and development sessions to foster the right conditions for collective and individual learning and growth

    RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ASSIGNMENT (cont.):

    Co-lead the strategic and organizational development of the Innovation Unit 

    Contribute to the establishment of strategic objectives and ensure work plans are in place to meet key results.
    Build up the right capabilities, share knowledge and best practices, making sure that people are equipped with the right tools and skills to deliver results.
    Define and run initiatives and projects that help to improve the team’s efficiency and results
    Help shape the strategic evolution of the Innovation Unit’s portfolio and value proposition to best meet the needs of the people and organizations we serve

    STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
    Education:

    Advanced University degree in business, economics, innovation, international development, public policy or related fields

    Experience:

    At least 6 years of international experience in a start-up, innovation accelerator, innovation-related roles in private businesses and in the humanitarian or international development sector.
    Experience in building and managing partnerships and teams to deliver innovative, sustainable projects from within the private and humanitarian sectors. 
    Experience owning and managing end-to-end verticals of work (e.g. delivering consulting products, capacity building programmes). 
    Experience with the World Food Programme and working in a Country Office location is highly desirable.

    Languages:

    Fluency in oral and written English mandatory. An intermediate knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish), Portuguese (one of WFP’s working languages), and/or Swahili is desirable.

    OTHER SPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENTS
    Knowledge & Skills:

    Experience in innovation project life cycle – from ideation, minimum viable product, testing, prototyping and implementation
    Excellent knowledge on Innovation methodologies such as Human-centered Design
    Experience working cross-functionally and getting things done in a scrappy and hands-on way.
    Experience with leading teams
    Worked in a large-scale organization – ideally in WFP/UN
    Experience with working in developing countries, ideally in East Africa
    A proven track record of driving and implementing projects – effectively delivering impactful elements of projects in a fast-moving environment
    Strong conceptual thinking to develop new strategies & innovative projects.
    Able to interact with a broad range of stakeholders and external audience with maturity

    OTHER SPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENTS (cont.):
    Knowledge & Skills:

    Excellent facilitator who is able to lead high-level stakeholder meetings
    Collaborative spirit, able to partner with a wide range of people at all levels and across different cultures and to act with credibility and diplomacy
    Self-motivated and able to work with a high degree of autonomy
    Sets a high-level of ambition for the project and own work to achieve impact for the people we serve
    Fully committed and motivated to achieve the aims of the UN World Food Programme

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  • Senior Payroll Accountant

    Senior Payroll Accountant

    Job Summary:

    The Payroll Accountant is responsible for administrative, technical and reporting functions in the area of payroll and employee benefits.  The incumbent interprets and implements the collective bargain agreements, minimum wage and other company policies as regards to staff emoluments to ensure compliance and ensure staff are correctly paid in time with compliance to contractual obligation.

    Key Responsibilities:

    Review timesheets and attendance records and correct inaccuracies
    Ensures the accuracy of payrolls by auditing departmental pay authorizations and verifying deductions from wages. Manages the payment of wages and salaries via the accounting system and prepares periodic payroll reports.
    Ensuring accurate and timely processing of payroll in accordance with local statutory requirements and regulation   
    Performing month-end cost accounting close. Oversee the preparation and analysis of cost reports and monthly closing documents
    Responsible for ensuring accurate service costing and posting to the correct profit/project centers, branch locations for accurate reporting and controls
    Maintain current and accurate payroll balance sheet account reconciliations for all payroll transactions
    Reviews payrolls for compliance with the Company policies, minimum wage and withholding laws including KRA regulations for reporting and withholding, Kenyan Labour Law requirements related to payroll practices and recordkeeping.
    Reconciliations and Control: Prepare payroll reconciliations on a monthly basis for all the payroll accounts and provide credible explanations and reasons for all reconciling items.
    Proactively keep up to date with payroll legislation and compliance by interpreting new legislation effectively
    Utilizes the IT provisions to maintain, retrieve and program data for analyses and reports.
    Maintains awareness of current rules and regulations pertinent to payroll, retirement and benefits and ensures the timeliness and accuracy of payroll, insurance premiums and claim payments.
    Recommends changes in payroll policies and procedures.
    Monitors changes in laws and regulations pertaining to payroll which require Company policy changes and notifies management on early adoption.
    Maintains frequent contact with department heads, MIS, Operations ,HR and State agencies.

    Principal Outputs of this Role:

    Timely and accurate payroll processing
    Payroll Cost Accounting: Post all KKSL payroll labour costs into the correct departments, cost centres and branch locations for accurate reporting and controls
    Maintain statutory Compliance with statutory bodies regulations and requirements
    Accurate preparation, reporting and submission of payroll information and statistics to management for decision making and ensure employees receive payslips at the end of every month.
    Payroll reconciliations on a monthly basis for all the payroll accounts and obtain credible explanations and reasons for all reconciling items to prevent and detect errors and frauds.

    Authority:

    Refer to KK Security Authority Matrix.

    Accountability:

    The Payroll Accountant is accountable to the Head of Human Resources – Kenya for the responsibilities stated in this job description and. These responsibilities will be monitored and managed through the mid-year and annual performance review and supported through the monitoring of KPIs.

    Competencies:

    Planning, coordination, work monitoring and problem resolution skills
    Ability to outline and communicate effective objectives and action plans
    Good analytical ability and numerical skills
    Demonstrate a high degree of sensitivity, confidentiality when dealing with internal and external customers;
    A go-getter, results oriented with excellent communication and presentation skills;
    Have a high sense of accuracy and attention for detail;
    Have good problem analysis and reporting skills; and
    High moral standing with impeccable integrity

    Qualifications & Experience:

    Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance related field.
    Professional Accountant (Fully qualified CPA or ACCA)
    Professional / Academic / Experience in Human Resources Management will be an added advantage.
    At least 6 years of practical experience in labour intensive payroll, accounting, employee benefits, financial or statistical records.
    Technical skills in Taxation, accounting and knowledge on employees’ benefits.
    Exceptional Microsoft Excel skills to analyse and interpret data.

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    jobs.garda.com

  • Quantity Surveying Technician

    Quantity Surveying Technician

    JOB DESCRIPTION
    RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Overall responsibilities:

    Review construction plans and bills of quantities to estimate resources required inter alia; materials, plant, machinery, time and labour.
    Perform procurement of identified/required/requested items per company procedures.
    Prepare reports of the utilization of resources on-site on a regular basis
    Advise managers and colleagues on cost-related improvements and strategies for better utilisation of resources.
    Ensure effective change control and variation management.
    Establish and maintain professional relationships with external and internal stakeholders.
    Prepare, analyse and negotiate for value in contracts with subcontractors and vendors of supplies and inputs.
    Develop and maintain a database of vendors and cost of supplies and inputs.
    Collate the cost of inputs and develop rates for works described to standard methods of measurements.
    Accurate valuation and appraisal of works done on site.

    REQUIREMENTS

    Hard skills and experience:

    Diploma holder in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management from a reputable tertiary institution.
    Recognition as a technician or similar grade with the Institute of Quantity Surveyors Kenya, the Architectural Association of Kenya, the Board of Registration of Architects and Quantity Surveyors or other reputable professional body.
    Minimum experience of 6 years with site-based supervision of infrastructure projects with a construction company.
    Previous experience in the procurement of items for a construction project.

    Please submit your updated resume to QStechnician@tatucity.com and clearly indicate ‘Quantity Surveying Technician’ in the subject line by 1 August 2023

    Apply via :

    QStechnician@tatucity.com