Job Experience: Experience of 8 years

Consultancy – Grants and Contracts

The position: Grants and Contracts Consultant will report directly to the Head of Grants and Contracts in HQ, will have the Regional Director for SSA as co-supervisor, and will be based in Nairobi, Kenya. The position will be on a temporary approximate 3.5-month fixed term consultancy contract.
Duties and Accountabilities: The primary objective of this position will be to manage SSA specific assigned Regional Grants and Contracts portfolio; ensuring that projects comply with donor and CGIAR requirements, procedures and guidelines in the post award phases of the CIP project life cycle.
Assist with the management of the SSA regional portfolio of awards (donor, prime, sub recipient), MOUs, and CGIAR Hosting Agreements as G&C’s contact point, acting as a representative of the G&C HQ unit, in coordination with the SSA Regional Director, Program leaders, Project Managers and regional staff.
Support the review of all funding and partner award transactions, in collaboration with other functional areas such as program, finance, intellectual property, administration, and/or HR for their approval and signature.
Support the drafting, negotiating and approval-for-signature (as defined in the Delegation of Authority) of partner sub-recipient agreements and technical collaboration MOUs.
Ensures adherence to applicable delegation of authority policies, as they relate to signatory delegation of authority powers and thresholds.
Participate in meeting with HQ stakeholders to ensure communication on contractual aspects of projects, identify issues requiring action and ensure follow-through on deliverables.
Maintain an up-to-date database and repository of all SSA regional signed awards, MOUs, and HA in OCS.
Support the HQ technical reporting function by ensuring timely follow up with SSA Principal Investigators on submission deadlines and response to donor queries.
Participate in project life cycle reviews and meetings on behalf of the G&C SSA function (PNM meeting, startup meeting, closeout meeting).
Selection Criteria:
Bachelor’s degree in International Development, business or related field. Preferably with post graduate studies.
Relevant eight years of experience drafting and negotiating funding awards, with at least two multinational development organizations. Focus on agricultural research is a plus.
Proven expertise of leading large funding initiatives, knowledge of USAID and other donor rules and regulations preferred.
Knowledge of USAID ADS Chapter 303 and ADS 308 Awards to Public International Organizations is a plus.
Project Management Certification is desirable.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple or tight deadlines and projects.
Excellent critical thinking, problem solving and decision making skills.
Partnership management skills.
Excellent written and spoken communication skills in English.
Willingness to travel.
Conditions: The consultancy will be for a period of four months.

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November 13, 2024
Quality of Care Advisor Senior Finance Advisor – Financial Accounting

Overview
Ipas works globally so that women and girls have improved sexual and reproductive health and rights through enhanced access to and use of safe abortion and contraceptive care. We believe in a world where every woman and girl has the right and ability to determine her own sexuality and reproductive health.
Reporting to the Senior Quality of Care Advisor, the Quality of Care Advisor will oversee quality of program implementation in the assigned geographical areas. He/ She is responsible for providing technical oversight to program intervention sites to ensure that minimum quality of care standards at various points of care are attained. He/ She will provide technical and supervisory support to the Health Systems Advisors and Associates and works closely with other program implementation teams. This position is based at the Ipas Africa Alliance office in Kisumu.
Responsibilities
Ensures clinical compliance in the health systems technical support and program implementation in assigned geographical focus
Works with the health systems advisors and associates to ensure provider confidence and competence and continued service provision by intervention sites
Works with the relevant health systems advisors and trainers to oversee quality of provider training and mentorship in accordance to the health systems SOPs.
Ensures provision of regular updates on clinical compliance and submits regular reports to the technical lead on QOC indicators for the assigned counties.
Supervises the Health Systems Advisors/Associates assigned to ensure implementation of quality service delivery in the assigned counties
Conducts periodic field visits in collaboration with other team members to check on quality of care (client exit interviews, support supervision visits, etc.) to inform quality improvement
Ensure regularly clinical audit and monitoring supportive supervisory visits to all supported sites in line with Ipas protocols and standards and ensure these are recorded and reported with active follow up of findings to promote improvement in quality of care
Work with RM&E to ensure timely, accurate and valid reporting of site level data and promote the use of data at site and county level to promote quality improvement
Work with County Reproductive Health Coordinators and County Health Management Teams and other partners to improve safe and high quality sexual and reproductive health care
Liaises with the relevant advisors to address various issues that may arise regarding availability, quality of care, provide training and site performance
Coordinates with the Availability Advisor (Supply Chain) in ensuring that pharmaceutical, non-pharmaceutical commodities and medical equipment needs are effectively forecasted and made available at the service points.
Requirements
Minimum requirements
Bachelor Degree in Medicine/ Nursing with 8+ years experience in implementing reproductive health programs particularly comprehensive abortion care, contraceptive care and ASRH programs
Experience in quality assurance systems in reproductive health programs particularly contraceptive care and abortion care programs
Experience in working with MoH National/ County health management teams with good understanding of the public health delivery system and the community strategy
Experience in supervising staff in a multi-level staff structure
NGO experience
Preferred Requirements
Competency in use of Microsoft office
Good analytical skills
Good communication and presentation skills
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November 13, 2024
Head of Talent

About The Role
At Nova Pioneer we believe that attracting, developing, and retaining exceptional people is at the heart of achieving our vision. We aim to build our organisation into one of the best environments to work and grow as a professional across the continent and world: we can only grow as quickly as we find and develop fantastic talent. This puts the talent function at the heart of our organisation and this leadership position represents an extraordinary opportunity to shape the trajectory of the organization and its impact on education across the continent.
The Director will lead this priority across East Africa, building and leading a team of strong talent professionals and working closely with the Global Head of Talent to establish and refine systems that we will use across the continent.
Specific Responsibilities Will Include, But Are Not Limited To
Talent Development
Design, lead and implement a differentiated professional development program for staff across East Africa, including a robust program to develop emerging leaders and managers;
Manage and continuously refine all elements of the annual performance management process including: education and support to all levels of management regarding goal setting, feedback, coaching, appropriate documentation, and appropriate actions for performance issues
Support and develop all departmental and school leaders to ensure they are well equipped to consistently deliver strong employee development and performance management
Plan and facilitate world class professional development programs to large and small audiences
Support the application and continuous refinement of our competency framework, the backbone of our professional growth system, and establish the most efficacious ways to evaluate our staff’s growth and development
Recruitment
Build and manage a strong recruitment team that is able to efficiently review thousands of candidates every year and identify exceptional individuals to fill hundreds of critical roles as the organization grows rapidly;
Develop strategic activities to identify and attract top candidates to Nova Pioneer such as events, social media engagement, and partnerships with universities and other major institutions;
Manage and continuously refine strong recruitment systems that smoothly move candidates through a rigorous assessment process, including training and supporting hiring managers across the organization;
Develop and manage systems for cultivating great individuals who are not immediate candidates but who may be strong members of the Nova Pioneer family in the future
Talent Support
Build and manage our Talent Support (Human Resources) function and create systems and processes that will enhance and strengthen our team’s work in all areas of HR administration and systems;
Lead employee relations, including serving as a resource for staff, constantly tracking staff culture, engagement, and satisfaction, and advising the management team on appropriate actions to improve staff culture;
Manage and constantly analyze and refine all compensation and benefits policies for the organization’s work in the region;
Manage to ensure maintain administrative excellence across all HR systems and processes;
Team and Culture Leadership
Build and lead a team to consistently meet the ambitious talent-related goals of rapidly-growing organization;
Build an exceptional culture within your team aligned to the organization’s aspirations in which individuals constantly push to meet High Expectations and there are high degrees of collaboration and joy in working together;
Constantly track the health of the overall organization culture in East Africa and work closely with the Managing Director and other senior managers to identify additional ways of improving culture;
Design and lead initiatives to strengthen organizational culture, including coaching and supporting managers to implement culture-related activities
About You
Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree a plus
8+ years of experience in results-oriented, fast-paced environments. Some experience working on modern, progressive human resources/talent experience is required. Experience in the education sector is plus but not required;
Exceptional interpersonal and people management skills – your colleagues and teams love working with you and you are able to handle a wide range of personalities and people situations;
Experience driving talent planning efforts within an organization with a focus on systematic people development;
Excellent project management and ability to prioritize and effectively manage time in a complex, fast-moving environment;
You are a creative, out of the box thinker, strategist and problem solver
You build strong relationships with an ability to inspire and motivate others
You hold high expectations for all people and believe in their ability to reach them
You strive for excellence in every detail of your work and inspire and challenge everyone around you to do the same
You take pleasure in excellence more than credit or status
Our culture resonates deeply with your values—and in particular, you are excited to challenge yourself by taking risks and getting more feedback than you’ve ever received before

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November 13, 2024
Internal Audit Director Senior Risk & Compliance Officer

Overall PurposeThis role will provide the Audit, Risk and Compliance Committee with an objective and independent assurance and at the same time offer consulting role designed at adding value and improving the NSE’s operations.The Director will be responsible for developing and implementing independent, systematic and objective audit reviews and programmatic evaluations of business policies, systems, processes and practices to assess the effectiveness of internal controls and degree of compliance as well as identifying organisational gaps & deficiencies, and ensuring that good corporate governance practices are implemented to enhance the NSE’s credibility and brand.Key Duties and Responsibilities1. Provide strategic and thought leadership in the development and implementation of internal audit strategies, policies and procedures to achieve the Exchange’s objectives;2. Provide leadership, coordinate and supervise audit team to ensure implementation of audit plans as approved by the Audit, Risk & Compliance Committee including preparation of individual assignment audit plan;3. Prepare risk based annual audit plans aligned to the Exchange’s objectives for continuous audit of the organisation’s risk management, internal controls, governance process and financial statements;4. Ensure that NSE’s products and related processes meet the required standards, procedures, processes and contractual obligations by ensuring that routine audits are conducted;5. Plan and ensure execution of system, financial, operational, compliance and management audits;6. Prepare final reports, clear any audit queries with various Heads of Divisions/ Departments and the Chief Executive and circulate the same to the Audit, Risk & Compliance Committee;7. Evaluate the adequacy of internal controls by conducting protective and constructive audits of controls mechanisms, financial records, administrative procedures, workflow process as well as MIS and security systems to ensure that all assets of the Exchange are properly accounted for ;8. Analyse data and information from NSE divisions/ departments for evidence of deficiencies and weaknesses in internal controls, duplication of effort, extravagance, fraud or lack of compliance with approved policies and laws and regulations and vendor agreements; and9. Establish and maintain good working relationships with all stakeholders to ensure that the audit issues and risks are being addressed and that expectations are being met or exceeded;Minimum qualifications and desired skillsi) Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Auditing or Business Administration from a recognized institution; a Master’s degree would be an added advantage.ii) Professional qualifications such as CPA or ACCA;iii) Other Professional qualification in audit, information systems, fraud and investigation e.g. CISA, CFE, CFA, CIA would be an added advantage.iv) Must be a member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) in good standing;v) Minimum eight (8) years relevant professional experience in the areas of accounting, auditing, compliance supervisions and risk management gained from an organization with strong internal control frameworks, preferably within the financial services industry.vi) In-depth knowledge of the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), International Standards on Auditing (ISAs) and International Standards for Professional Practice of Internal Auditing is a must.Key Competenciesi) Good knowledge of the Kenyan capital markets’ systems, technology and risk frameworkii) Good knowledge & understanding of the capital markets regulatory frameworkiii) Sound understanding and working knowledge of financial information systems e.g. ACCPAC or similar systemiv) Hands-on experience in carrying out information systems auditsv) Hands-on experience in the use CAATs (Computer Assisted Audit Techniques)vi) Ability to provide timely and accurate information on matters related to audit without compromising the independence or objectivity of the risk management functionvii) Ability to maintain confidentiality of privileged information and to ensure absolute discretion and sensitivity to confidential matters
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If you are up to the challenge and can clearly demonstrate your ability to meet the criteria given above, please submit your application with a detailed CV stating your current position, current salary and benefits as well as your expected salary, qualifications, experience, names & addresses of three referees and email & telephone contacts together with copies of your academic and professional certificates and testimonials to the address below by close of business on Friday, 1st September 2017:The Chief ExecutiveNairobi Securities Exchange PLCThe Exchange, 55 Westlands RoadP.O. Box 43633-00100NAIROBIDropping Zone No. 243 Revlon Professional Plaza, 2nd FloorOnly shortlisted applicants will be contacted.NSE is an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality. We will seek to recruit the most qualified person for the job irrespective of race, color, marital status, ethnicity, disability, religion, gender, or sex. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply.

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November 13, 2024
Regional Public Relations Officer & Spokesperson for Africa

Role description
The Regional Public Relations Officer plays a key role in devising and implementing proactive media outreach strategies for the ICRC’s humanitarian operations and thematic issues in Africa. The post holder coordinates messages and drives media plans in order to enhance and manage ICRC’s public profile in the region, in both English-speaking regional media as well as global media. S/he contributes to the implementation of the regional and global Public Engagement and Digital Strategies, and generates content for global and regional platforms, in accordance with priorities identified within the CIM_COM division and in close liaison with concerned delegations. Based in Nairobi, the post holder is the Chief English-speaking spokesperson in the region, and is in charge of developing relations with regional and international media based there. With nearly half of the ICRC’s operations in Africa, the regional PRO leads on outreach and public communication support for its priority delegations (such as South Sudan and Somalia) and others in the Horn, East and Southern Africa, and works closely with other PROs to help maximize public communication opportunities on other themes and countries. The post holder supports the regional coordination during crisis situations, as needed, liaising closely with the Federation zone
Main responsibilities
Acts as an ICRC spokesperson (including during crises). Maintains and develops relations with regional/global media based in Nairobi and in other media hubs or strategic delegations in the region, to ensure quality coverage of key humanitarian issues, and enhance or manage ICRC’s public regional profile.
Proposes and produces compelling written and AV content to help position priority issues and themes externally and achieve ICRC’s regional objectives (as outlined in ICRC’s Regional Strategic Framework & regional Communication profile). Pitches / follows up on placing these and other ICRC material related to Africa.
Drafts speaking points, news releases, narratives, defensive lines and other products for traditional media as well as contributes to digital content. Provides guidance/editing to delegations to improve text products.
Provides strategic support and guidance to delegations on public communication issues, opportunities and challenges. This includes following humanitarian developments in key delegations closely, helping teams seize relevant media opportunities in a timely manner and in line with operational priorities.
Deploys within Africa (up to 30% of the time) and supports delegations in times of crisis.
Works closely with PR and digital teams in Geneva and Regional Communication Centres, to ensure the production of newsworthy and impactful content, as well as media/digital campaigns around key thematic issues and contexts (e.g. displacement, disability, sexual violence, detention).
Leads the organization and follow-up of regional media trips, events and workshops (including accompanying global media to the field where necessary), and manages communication opportunities for senior leaders to profile ICRC operations.
Movement liaison: acts as the main coordination focal point with the Federation zone communication manager on public communications issues. Ensures smooth coordination with different components, especially during crises.
Desired profile and skills
Bachelor degree level
8 years of professional experience, including 5 in media relations and/or content generation. Experience with RC/RC Movement and/or with a humanitarian organization is an advantage.
Fluent in English. French an advantage
Confirmed experience in developing and implementing public communication strategies or campaigns in Africa
Substantial experience of writing articles, press releases, briefs, feature stories, etc. Good understanding of media environment and news gathering process. Track record of publications is an asset.
Track record of successful public relations management
Excellent public communication and negotiation skills (oral and written), and sound knowledge of media environment
Strong analytical skills and ability to translate complex issues into media-friendly documents
High degree of organization, strong priority-setting skills, proven capacity to work in a stressful environment and follow tight deadlines
Proven capacity to work in a team
Willing to accept unaccompanied posting (i.e. no spouse, partner, children or dependents) for the first 24 months of assignment
Our operational and field constraints
In line with the principle of neutrality, the ICRC does not assign personnel to a country of which they are nationals
Candidates must be in good health and will have to do a medical check-up prior to departure in the field: https://www.icrc.org/en/document/icrc-medical-standards-departure-mission
Driving license for manual transmission vehicles, and ability to drive such vehicles independently in unfamiliar terrain
Readiness to travel frequently (up to 30% of the time) to different ICRC operations in the region, including to volatile environments in which ICRC’s main operations are based
What we offer
Rewarding work in the humanitarian field
A tailored integration program
Opportunities for further in-house development and career growth
Generous social benefits

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November 13, 2024
Regional Manager

Responsibilities for Regional Supervisor Job
Successful execution of the business and route plans in the regions.
Visiting all trade levels (On-trade, stockiest and Key Distributors) to ensure the brands are listed, visible and activated according to the plan;
Scheduling Monthly business review meetings with the Commercial Manager to discuss sales targets, marketing ideas and problem areas, etc;
Providing daily and weekly activity report;
Proposing ideas and opportunities that could be available to challenge the competitors’ activities with consideration to the financial implications and reputation of the Company;
Enhance the sales improvement of the company.
Negotiate terms and conditions of the contract with General Trade and Key Accounts customers.
Manage customer credit and payments.
Continuous improvement in the management of General Trade business by identifying opportunities for efficiency and profitability and overall improvement in the management of categories.
Regional Sales Job Requirements
At least 8 years experience in relevant position in Eastern/Mt. Kenya Regions, preferably in the Dairy sector
Bachelors Degree in Sales and Marketing/Business Administration
Strong in strategic thinking, leadership, communication, problem solving & decision making,
Strong in customer business management and direct sales
A dynamic personality with excellent communication and presentation skills
Valid Driving License a must.

If you are up to the challenge, posses the necessary qualification and experience, please send your CV only quoting the job title on the email subject to hr@uplandspremiumdairies.co.ke before Saturday 19th August 2017.

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November 13, 2024
Group Financial Controller Route to Market Manager

REPORTING TO: Group Managing Director
To develop financial well being by providing leadership in all financial and accounting aspects of the Group. The Group Financial Controller is responsible of accomplishing the vision, mission and goals of the Group finance division by managing all efforts and results of the finance division including financial budgets, controls, projections, investment, accounting services and management of finance staff.
Roles for the Group Financial Controller Job
Develop and implementation of Group Finance strategy that is in line with the Group vision and government regulations and that is effective and efficient in achieving maximum profitability for the Group.
Preparation and presentation of periodic Group financial reports that are accurate, precise and timely.
In charge of budgeting, budgetary control and forecasting process based on research and data reports.
In charge of budgeting, budgetary control and forecasting process based on research and data reports.
Actively manage company cash flow on daily basis and generate relevant cash flow projections and forecasting.
Manage all aspects of group accounting, inventory control and payroll.
Manage timely computation, payment and submission of all statutory deductions while ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements.
Interact and actively engage with external key stakeholders such as banks, the KRA and other relevant bodies, while ensuring full compliance with all tax and relevant regulations.
Leads from the front, determines key accountabilities; with clear communication and enforcing values, policies, and procedures.
Be the main contact person in financial data liaison with all other departments, providing timely and accurate data for decision making.
Group Financial Controller Job Qualifications
A degree or/and Masters in Accounting/Business related studies.
Experience in an ERP especially Oracle or SAP will be preferred.
Fully qualified accountant – CPA(K)/ACCA.
Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.
More than eight years proven and sound hands on experience in combined accounting and finance in senior management role covering the key accountabilities above.
Experience with creating financial statements and general ledger functions and the month-end/year end close process.
Excellent accounting software user and administration skills.
Strategic Financial Planning.
Business Acumen and Vision.
Forecasting and Decision making.
Leadership and People Skills.
Dealing with complexity and compliance.
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November 13, 2024
Regional M & E Officer

Job Description
Generic Responsibilities
Adherence to NRC policies, guidance and procedures
Support and contribute to the development and implementation of M&E systems, including M&E SOPs, guidance and tools.
Participate in programme design and proposal discussions, including theory of change development, log frame design and budgeting for M&E.
Support programme staff in planning for and executing M&E, including, data collection methodology and tools and data management, analysis and use.
Support the implementation, dissemination and use of evaluations, assessments and monitoring data in programme development, adjustment or review.
Contribute to organisational learning through supporting specific analysis, lessons learned and reports.
Capacity building and training of programme and M&E support staff on M&E technical and conceptual areas including induction of new staff
Contribute to the design of M&E staffing structure and resourcing, including collaboration with programme staff to identify and plan for M&E needs.
Specific Responsibilities
Support the development, rollout and implementation of NRC M&E frameworks, plans and standardization of data collection methods, tools, templates and guidelines in the region, including the NRC regional M&E digital system
Work closely with Country based M&E staff to ensure monitoring of project activities is carried out as planned or adapted to changed circumstances
Regularly check and validate output and outcome data for all Country Offices, while providing feedback on incomplete, inconsistent and untimely data
Extract relevant data from NRC regional Project Management Tool (PMT), upload it onto the Global Output and Outcome Reporting System (GORS) and share it with Country Offices for verification
Ensure countries in the region provide timely, consistent and relevant data and information on needs and assistance provided for operational analysis and decision-making
Ensure the dissemination and adaptation as necessary of M&E tools that meet NRC needs
Work closely with other M&E staff to support assessments, reviews and evaluations in the region
Support country offices in developing project M&E plans/matrix and align with M&E and reporting framework (internal NRC monitoring tools)
Support the implementation, dissemination and use of evaluations, assessments and monitoring data in programme/project development, adjustment or review
Support in data management and development of clear information flow between regional programme and Country offices programme teams
Implement delegated support function portfolio according to plan of action, including compiling Triannual regional BSC report
Prepare and develop status reports as required by programme team and ensure proper archiving of M&E documentation in the region
Carry out any other tasks as shall be assigned by the supervisor
Qualifications
At least 5 years’ experience in an international NGO preferably in an emergency or post-conflict setting
At least 3 years’ experience from working with M&E in a humanitarian/recovery context, including M&E capacity and systems development
Thorough experience with and knowledge of principles and current approaches to monitoring and evaluation in relief and development programs, using both quantitative and qualitative methods
Understanding of data and information needs for program management and decision making
Experience in facilitating the capacity building efforts of diverse colleagues, including local partner agencies
Demonstrated ability to transfer knowledge to diverse audiences through training, mentoring and other formal and non-formal methods
High level English language proficiency (speaking, reading, writing)
Strong analytic and computer skills, including MS Office Applications (comprising, but not limited to, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access)
Experience using a statistical software package such as STATA, ‘R’ or SPSS
Knowledge and practical skills in Mobile Data Collection Tools, including development of ODK and/or ODK-compatible forms
Experience working with web applications
Knowledge of the context in the Greater Horn of Africa and Yemen Region
Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
Experience working with various donors and conversant with their technical frameworks and strategies (eg. UNHCR, DFID, SIDA, NMFA, ECHO, EU etc.)
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical skills (qualitative and quantitative)
Excellent one to one and group communication /information presentation skills
Experience in training and capacity building in M&E mechanisms at various project levels
Good understanding of various donors’ requirements
Experience working with statistical computer software packages
Project design and management skill
Knowledge in GIS, including the capacity to develop and edit desktop and web maps, is an added advantage
Knowledge of Qlik dashboards is an added advantage
Personal qualities
Skilled in influencing and obtaining cooperation of individuals not under supervisory control and manage long-distance relationships to achieve results
Ability to engage and motivate staff and partners in a challenging new area.
Self-motivated and able to work without close supervision
Able to prioritize work, multi-task and meet deadlines
Excellent organization and planning skill
Handling insecure environments
Managing resources to optimize results
Managing performance and development
Initiating action and coping with change
Culturally sensitive and coping with a changing environment
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
Goal oriented with ability to work under pressure, independently and with limited supervision
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast paced and complex environment.
Prior experience in the regional context preferred.
We offer
Duty station: Nairobi, Kenya, with regular travel to field offices across the region
Contract period is for 12 months with possibility of extension.
Salary/benefits: According to NRC’s general directions. The candidate will observe NRC’s code of conduct.
30% Travel expected
NRC may be required to verify the identity of its partners/employees and to check that its partners/employees have not been involved in illegal activities. NRC reserves the right to use electronic screening tools for this purpose.

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November 13, 2024
Director of Talent – East Africa Talent Recruitment Manager Talent Development Manager

About the Role: Our Client believes that attracting, developing, and retaining exceptional people is at the heart of achieving it’s vision.
They aim to build their organization into one of the best environments to work and grow as a professional across the continent and world: they can only grow as quickly as they find and develop fantastic talent.
This puts the talent function at the heart of the organization and this leadership position represents an extraordinary opportunity to shape the trajectory of the organization and its impact on education across the continent.The Director will lead this priority across East Africa, building and leading a team of strong talent professionals and working closely with the Global Head of Talent to establish and refine systems that we will use across the continent.
Specific responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Talent Development
Design, lead and implement a differentiated professional development program for staff across East Africa, including a robust program to develop emerging leaders and managers;
Manage and continuously refine all elements of the annual performance management process including: education and support to all levels of management regarding goal setting, feedback, coaching, appropriate documentation, and appropriate actions for performance issues
Support and develop all departmental and school leaders to ensure they are well equipped to consistently deliver strong employee development and performance management
Plan and facilitate world class professional development programs to large and small audiences
Support the application and continuous refinement of our competency framework, the backbone of our professional growth system, and establish the most efficacious ways to evaluate our staff’s growth and development
Recruitment
Build and manage a strong recruitment team that is able to efficiently review thousands of candidates every year and identify exceptional individuals to fill hundreds of critical roles as the organization grows rapidly;
Develop strategic activities to identify and attract top candidates to the institution such as events, social media engagement, and partnerships with universities and other major institutions;
Manage and continuously refine strong recruitment systems that smoothly move candidates through a rigorous assessment process, including training and supporting hiring managers across the organization;
Develop and manage systems for cultivating great individuals who are not immediate candidates but who may be strong members of the client’s family in the future.
Talent Support
Build and manage our Talent Support (Human Resources) function and create systems and processes that will enhance and strengthen our team’s work in all areas of HR administration and systems;
Lead employee relations, including serving as a resource for staff, constantly tracking staff culture, engagement, and satisfaction, and advising the management team on appropriate actions to improve staff culture;
Manage and constantly analyze and refine all compensation and benefits policies for the organization’s work in the region;
Manage to ensure maintain administrative excellence across all HR systems and processes;
Team and Culture Leadership
Build and lead a team to consistently meet the ambitious talent-related goals of rapidly-growing organization;
Build an exceptional culture within your team aligned to the organization’s aspirations in which individuals constantly push to meet High Expectations and there are high degrees of collaboration and joy in working together;
Constantly track the health of the overall organization culture in East Africa and work closely with the Managing Director and Senior Managers to identify additional ways of improving culture;
Design and lead initiatives to strengthen organizational culture, including coaching and supporting managers to implement culture-related activities
Job Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s Degree a plus
8+ years of experience in results-oriented, fast-paced environments. Some experience working on modern, progressive human resources/talent experience is required. Experience in the education sector is plus but not required;
Exceptional interpersonal and people management skills – your colleagues and teams love working with you and you are able to handle a wide range of personalities and people situations;
Experience driving talent planning efforts within an organization with a focus on systematic people development;
Excellent project management and ability to prioritize and effectively manage time in a complex, fast-moving environment;
You are a creative, out of the box thinker, strategist and problem solver
You build strong relationships with an ability to inspire and motivate others
You hold high expectations for all people and believe in their ability to reach them
You strive for excellence in every detail of your work and inspire and challenge everyone around you to do the same
You take pleasure in excellence more than credit or status
The culture should resonate deeply with your values—and in particular, you are excited to challenge yourself by taking risks and getting more feedback than you’ve ever received before
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Qualified candidates should submit a CV [MS Word Format] and a brief Cover Letter to;TalentRecruitmentManager@talentsource.co.ke Only qualified candidates will be shortlisted.

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November 13, 2024
Senior Manager Partnerships Digital Channels Support Manager Corporate Analyst

The Position: Reporting to the Executive Director, KCB Foundation, the job holder will be responsible for partnership development, relationship management and resource mobilization for KCB Foundation programmes
Key Responsibilities:
Develop the Foundation’s resource mobilization strategy and donor management system, to build and maintain a suitable pipeline of funding prospects to meet programme funding needs
Lead and facilitate relationships with bilateral and multi-lateral donor agencies, and their representative embassies, as well as Foundations and select corporations. Build and maintain a strong, effective network of donors and partners with regular, highly professional touches that position the KCB Foundation for funding opportunities
Prepare and submit proposals; manage the proposal development process end to end including the external negotiation processes
Participate in organizational strategy formulation, implementation, and evaluation and ensure organizational strategies are consistent with trends in the development sector and fundraising requirements
Work with the monitoring and evaluation, programmes and finance team leaders to provide on-time, high quality reports to donors and maintain dialogue with the donors to share progress, challenges, and lesson learned
Work with the communications and program teams to prepare technical publications and communications tools, including brochures and annual reports, to ensure effective, responsive positioning with donors
Undertake donor studies (donor intelligence, policies, sectoral and geographic preferences, economic background, development assistance strategies etc.), research and other activities to identify funding opportunities
The Person:
For the above position, the successful applicant should have the following minimum requirements:
A degree in a business related field from a recognized university
A Master’s degree and/or Professional qualifications in related field will be an added advantage
A minimum of eight (8) years’ professional experience in fundraising
Proven experience in management at a similar role is required
Highly effective negotiation and influencing capabilities
Proven and superior written and verbal communication skills
The above positions are demanding roles for which the Bank will provide a competitive remuneration package to the successful candidates.
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If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating your current position, remuneration level, e-mail address and telephone contacts quoting the job title/reference in the subject field to recruitment@kcb.co.keTo be considered your application must be received by Monday 7th August, 2017 Only short listed candidates will be contacted. NB: In the event that you are invited to interview for any positions, we will require that you provide us with the following documents:

Apply via :

recruitment@kcb.co.ke

November 13, 2024