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  • Business Development Manager

    Business Development Manager

    Job description

    Ray Pharmaceuticals is seeking for an experienced Healthcare sales professional for the role of Business Development Manager located in Nairobi, Kenya.
    The role will focus on the business development and sales of our portfolio of products within the Healthcare business including Medical Devices, Hospital equipment, and Cold Chain Supplies.
    The position serves as the primary customer contact in the development of new accounts, and sourcing new opportunities within established accounts.
    Responsible for the sales process, visiting clients – presenting both current products new products, and closing business with target customers such as hospitals, medical and pharmacy wholesalers, retailers.
    Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in a scientific field.
    A minimum of 8 years of sales and marketing experience preferred in the medical industry with at least 3 years of direct experience in business development, working with a range of business, clinical, marketing, and medical professionals to help navigate through complex situations.
    Experience working with key opinion leaders/physicians preferred.

  • Head of Finance Head of Human Capital and Administration Strategy and Development Manager Regional Marketing Managers Online Marketing Manager Events and Exhibitions Manager

    Head of Finance Head of Human Capital and Administration Strategy and Development Manager Regional Marketing Managers Online Marketing Manager Events and Exhibitions Manager

    Ref. ESS/KTB/1/6/2017
    Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Head of Finance is responsible for developing and executing the finance management functions of KTB including accounting, finance, forecasting, strategic planning, deal analysis and negotiations with funds and banks.
    Key Responsibilities
    Provide financial planning to support the corporate strategy and be the custodian of financial plans and financial resource utilisation;
    Mentor, coach and provide leadership to the Finance team;
    Develop and review KTB’s financial internal control systems;
    Ensure that financial reports are accurate and delivered on a timely basis and provide the required information and advice to the CEO and other departments;
    Coordinate the auditing of KTB’s financial statements, respond to audit queries and ensure implementation of audit recommendations; and
    Provide financial advice to the management and Board of Directors.
    Person Specifications
    Bachelors of Commerce degree (Finance, Accounting, Banking or related field);
    Master’s in Business Administration (Finance, Accounting, Banking or related field);
    Must be Certified Public Accountant: CPA and/or ACCA); and
    At least 8 years’ experience with at five (5) years served in a senior management position.
    Additional RequirementsShortlisted candidates will be required to satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 and will be required to submit among other documents:
    Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations;
    Clearance Certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board;
    Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority;
    Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission; and
    Report from an Approved Credit Reference Bureau, if shortlisted for interview.
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  • Head of Human Resources Head of Operations Head of Risk and Compliance Financing Analyst Financing Administration Officer

    Head of Human Resources Head of Operations Head of Risk and Compliance Financing Analyst Financing Administration Officer

    The position holder will leverage on the bank’s brand, goodwill, infrastructure, existing business and potential, to undertake operations and business in strict regulatory compliance amidst a culture of ethical inclusivity to enhance stakeholder value.
    S/He will have demonstrable creative and strategic leadership and contribute to the implementation of the Bank’s financing and retail strategies
    Key Responsibilities
    Board and strategy matters:
    Formulation & implementation of Human Resources Strategic Plan
    Board & Management Committees
    Periodically review and update Human Resources Policies and Procedures to ensure they are in line with changes in the regulatory and labour environment.
    Ensure policies and procedures on compensation, benefits, terms & conditions of employment are sufficient to attract motivate and retain appropriate staff.
    Participate in the development of the Bank’s strategic plan and ensure effective contribution of human resource function towards achievement of the plans
    Maintain contact with the labour industry, other organizations and government departments to keep abreast of relevant human resources process developments that are relevant.
    Design and coordinate the implementation of performance management system to ensure it is effective, and linked to the staff development programmes.
    Coordinate staff training and development programmes. This includes training needs analysis, training evaluation and coordination of special programmes.
    Oversee administrative support, which includes personnel records maintenance, payroll administration, staff benefits processing, and management of staff provident and welfare schemes.
    Ensure the company maintains good employment and industrial relations through well managed staff welfare schemes, healthy and safe working environment, effective management of disciplinary and grievance issues, with effective communication process.
    Prepare and control of human resource budgets.
    Professional Qualifications Requirements
    Relevant first degree ( BCom, BEd, BBA, Sociology, Psychology)
    Higher Diploma in Human Resource Management
    MBA added advantage
    Eight years experience in Human Resource Management, with 3 years experience in Senior Management
    Wide exposure in all the sections of Human Resource Management
    Desired Qualities
    Strategic thinker, ability to see the big picture and formulate strategies for the Financing department that will contribute to achievement of the bank’s overall objectives
    Enthusiastic, results oriented with excellent communication and presentation skills, advanced facilitation skills at an individual and team levels
    A forward planner with clear focus, ardent team player, mature, reliable, hardworking and able to work without supervision.
    Ability to understand financials (e.g. interpreting financial statements, budgeting)
    Understanding of the various HR products (performance management, Employee engagement)
    A good understanding and practical experience of managing Employee Relations activities and relationships with regulators and government related agencies
    High levels of professionalism and professional development.
    Honest with impeccable integrity (high ethical standards).
    Remuneration: A package commensurate to the posts shall be discussed and agreed with the successful candidates.
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  • Chief Legal Officer (Litigation & Compliance) Chief Legal Officer (Property & Secretariat)

    Chief Legal Officer (Litigation & Compliance) Chief Legal Officer (Property & Secretariat)

    (KPC/ADVT/20/2017)Overall PurposeResponsible for assisting the Legal Services Manager in providing technical legal leadership and investigating and enforcing cases of violations against the Company, ensuring compliance with the Company and Statutory requirements by providing legal advice to Management and the Company.Key responsibilities• Participate in organizational performance contract reviews and business process improvements aimed at improving organizational effectiveness• In liaison with the Human Resource Department, ensure Company compliance with Labour laws.• Participate in Collective Bargaining Agreement negotiations between Management and the Union.• Participate in Disciplinary Committee meetings to review incidents of violations against organizational policy and regulations; handle disputes and recommend appropriate          action in line with the law, approved policies, procedures and regulations.• Review complex, sensitive and high risk legal matters in order to determine which cases pose the greatest threat to the security of the Company• Provide legal advice and assistance on all aspects of government regulation and prepare opinions and legal interpretations on various matters related to the interpretation of        applicable Statutes and Regulations.• Give guidance to lawyers representing Kenya Pipeline Company in courts of law, tribunals and before quasi-judicial bodies and may negotiate settlements to protect the              interests of the Company in contested proceedings.• Monitor developments in legal research, participate in outreach programs to strengthen corporate governance and improve the quality of service delivery• Draft legal documents, interpret rulings and monitor implementation of laws and government policies and regulations• Establish and maintain contractual agreements with externally appointed professional legal firms to provide legal services in cases of civil or criminal litigation involving Kenya    Pipeline Company• Gather evidence in cases involving Kenya Pipeline Company to establish and verify basis for legal proceedings in order to formulate legal defense or to initiate legal action• Conduct legal research, develop concept papers, prepare legal briefs and opinions as well as develop effective defense strategies, arguments and testimony in preparation for      legal proceedings• Liaise with Attorney General’s Chambers, Registrar General, law enforcement agencies and stakeholders throughout the country in connection with prosecution of offenders        and to develop and advance criminal cases when the violation warrants more severe action• Provide technical leadership to the legal team to develop, implement and evaluate strategic management plans and budgets aimed at improving performance standards and      organizational effectiveness.• Develop and implement strategies for creating a high performing organizational culture based on transparency, integrity, accountability, performance measurement and              results to ensure that programme activities are undertaken on so.Key Qualifications and experience• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a reputable University.• Be an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law.• Certified Public Secretary (K)• Membership to a relevant professional body.• Minimum of eight (8) years relevant experience.Key competencies• Comprehensive understanding of commercial law with a strong litigation background.• Strong communication skills and ability to develop proposals, concept papers, position papers as well as write reports and prepare relevant publications.• Flexibility and responsiveness in providing high quality customer service• Proficiency in computer applications including word processing, spreadsheets, data base, presentation, email, internet etc• Ability to deliver Kenya Pipeline Company’s articulated vision for change, create a sense of urgency around change and motivates staff to join change efforts• Ability to maintain professional status and keep abreast of evolving legal trends through continuing legal education, especially in the area of pensions.Terms of ServiceThe appointment will be for a contractual period of three (3) years renewable subject to satisfactory performance and delivery of set performance targets and outcomes.
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  • Senior Agriculture Economist

    Senior Agriculture Economist

    Duties and Accountabilities:
    The primary responsibility of the Senior Agriculture Economist will be to provide technical, operational and strategic support to the development and implementation of the Agriculture Global Practice’s work program in Kenya and to contribute as needed the AFR2 activities in other countries..
    The Senior Agriculture Economist will assist in the delivery of the work program, assurance of quality, interact with internal and external clients, including the government and private sector, and support partnerships across the countries in the AFCE2 Country Management Unit (Kenya, Rwanda and Uganda). In particular, the Senior Agriculture Economist:
    Contribute as a team member and occasionally lead activities as Task Team Leader of projects in agriculture and other relevant sectors.
    Remain current with relevant major pieces of analytical work in the profession. Contribute to or lead analytical activities in Kenya, the CMU or on a sub-regional level, and work with other teams engaged in analytical work relevant to the Agriculture Global Practice’s work program in Kenya; Work with the relevant Program Leader and other Agriculture GP staff based in the CMU to identify opportunities for addressing agricultural issues in Kenya as part of the WBG’s Systematic Country Diagnostic, Country Partnership Framework, country policy dialogue, sector investment operations, budget support operations, and other multi-sectoral projects; Promote a strategic approach to support agricultural growth and effectively communicate that to the country team; Identify innovative opportunities or ways to address existing needs in the agricultural sector, including by bringing in experience from other countries within Africa or elsewhere; Initiate and maintain a high level and quality of engagement and dialogue with key stakeholders, including national and county governments, civil society, private sector and research/academic community on strategic and policy issues concerning agriculture and food security in Kenya.
    Represent the World Bank in fora involving the community of development partners. Provide support as needed to the work of the development partners in the sector; Develop strong client relations and partnership, including with the International Finance Corporation and other World Bank Global Practices, on operational matters and policy dialogue; Work with other GPs in representing Kenya’s specific issues in regional and corporate strategies.
    The Senior Agriculture Economist will report to the AFR2 Practice Manager in charge of Central and Eastern Africa, who is based at World Bank headquarters in Washington, DC. In addition, the Senior Agriculture Economist will work closely with the Lead Agriculture Economist, based in Nairobi, and work under the day-to -day oversight of the AFCE2 Country Director and Sustainable Development Program Leader, who are based in Nairobi, Kenya.
    Selection Criteria:
    Competencies
    Knowledge and Experience in Development Arena – Understands policy making process; distills operationally relevant recommendations/lessons for clients. 
    Policy Dialogue Skills – Identifies and assesses policy issues and plays an active role in the dialogue with the government and/or other stakeholders. 
    Integrative Skills – Working to develop an integrated view across all facets of the agriculture  sector. 
    Agricultural Economics – Deep understanding of most of the economic concepts used in agriculture, with significant experience. 
    Agriculture Policy, Strategy and Institutions – Solid understanding of agriculture policies, strategies, institutions, and regulations.  • Lead and Innovate – Develops innovative solutions. 
    Deliver Results for Clients – Proactively addresses clients’ stated and unstated needs. 
    Collaborate within Teams and Across Boundaries – Collaborates across boundaries, gives own perspective and willingly receives diverse perspectives. 
    Create, Apply and Share Knowledge – Applies knowledge across WBG to strengthen solutions for internal and/or external clients. 
    Make Smart Decisions – Interprets a wide range of information and pushes to move forward. Other Selection CriteriaIn addition to the above core competencies the following criteria will have to be satisfied for the position of Senior Agriculture Economist:
    MBA, Masters or PhD in Agricultural Economics or related discipline. 
    At least eight years of experience on agricultural development issues; 
    Solid experience in one or more of the strategic and/or technical areas noted above; 
    Familiarity with the institutional context of Kenya and African agricultural development; 
    Demonstrated considerable experience of undertaking field-based activities 
    Excellent interpersonal, problem-solving and team skills with ability to find balanced, pragmatic and implementable solutions also in a multi-disciplinary contexts; while being diplomatic and sensitive to cultural, political and gender issues
    High level of energy, ability to work under pressure, and willingness to travel extensively and work under challenging conditions; 
    Ability to lead and work with multi-disciplinary teams; 
    Ability to listen and integrate ideas from varied sources, create partnerships, and communicate to diverse constituencies and an ability to work in teams and across organizational boundaries, respecting the views of others; 
    Proven written and oral communication skills, including the ability to present complex issues to specialists as well as to non-specialist audiences
    Fluency in English required.
    The World Bank Group is committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, nationality, culture, and educational background. Individuals with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

  • Chief Corporate Communications Officer

    Chief Corporate Communications Officer

    Responsibilities for the Chief Corporate Communications Officer Job
    Responsible for the enhancing the company’s corporate identity/image through communication and promotion of goodwill and mutual understanding between the company and its various publics. Supervise the day to day activities of the Department.
    Tap existing relationships and seek to build and manage strategic media contacts for visibility of the KPC brand.
    Conduct proactive media relations to continually seek creative methods to give KPC visibility.
    Write press materials, articles and other communications documents.
    Contribute to smart utilization of social media platforms.
    Stay abreast of trends and contribute to internal communications initiatives.
    Responsible for KPC Website, Intranet, Communication video, documentaries supplements, media monitoring and research, exhibition and trade fairs.
    Host targeted press dinners/ lunches for journalists.
    In charge of internal communications.
    Coordinate and ensure successful implementation and Company’s participation in corporate exhibitions and initiate procurement of requisite items.
    Coordinate institutional hospitality to both internal and external stakeholders.
    Initiate ideas in drawing PR policy documents such as Corporate Social Responsibility
    (CSR) and Communication.
    Qualifications for the Chief Corporate Communications Officer Job
    A Degree in Social Science or Communication
    A postgraduate diploma in mass communication
    Minimum of eight (8) years relevant experience.
    Membership to a relevant professional body.
    Key competencies
    Strong communication, analytical and interpersonal skills.
    Good Public Relations (PR), persuasion and negotiation skills in influencing company publics.
    A strong team player.
    Proficiency in Desktop Publishing, Microsoft Office suite, e-mail and Internet.
    Proficiency in video shooting and editing of company functions activities and others of relevance to company publics.
    Ability to articulate the company’s vision, mission and policies to elicit the desired change among its publics.
    Ability to research and evaluate results of a Public Relations (PR) campaign/programme.
    Ability to work under pressure and meet in-house and mainstream media editorial deadlines including PR schedules.

  • Chief Corporate Communications Officer Director Of Programmes Head of Finance & Accounting Administration Assistant Stores Assistant Procurement Assistant Trade & Cooperation Program Officer Gender Program Officer Legal Program Officer Health Committee Interns Legal & Human Rights Interns Administration Intern Secretarial Intern Internal Audit Intern Resource Mobilization Intern Monitoring & Evaluation Intern Natural Resource Management Intern Committee Clerk Intern

    Chief Corporate Communications Officer Director Of Programmes Head of Finance & Accounting Administration Assistant Stores Assistant Procurement Assistant Trade & Cooperation Program Officer Gender Program Officer Legal Program Officer Health Committee Interns Legal & Human Rights Interns Administration Intern Secretarial Intern Internal Audit Intern Resource Mobilization Intern Monitoring & Evaluation Intern Natural Resource Management Intern Committee Clerk Intern

    Pursuant to this objective, the Company is seeking to recruit highly motivated visionary, dynamic and results oriented candidate to fill the post of Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Job Ref. No. KPC/ADVT/18/2017 on three (3) year contract terms (renewable subject to good performance).
    Responsibilities for the Chief Corporate Communications Officer Job
    Responsible for the enhancing the company’s corporate identity/image through communication and promotion of goodwill and mutual understanding between the company and its various publics. Supervise the day to day activities of the Department.
    Tap existing relationships and seek to build and manage strategic media contacts for visibility of the KPC brand.
    Conduct proactive media relations to continually seek creative methods to give KPC visibility.
    Write press materials, articles and other communications documents.
    Contribute to smart utilization of social media platforms.
    Stay abreast of trends and contribute to internal communications initiatives.
    Responsible for KPC Website, Intranet, Communication video, documentaries supplements, media monitoring and research, exhibition and trade fairs.
    Host targeted press dinners/ lunches for journalists.
    In charge of internal communications.
    Coordinate and ensure successful implementation and Company’s participation in corporate exhibitions and initiate procurement of requisite items.
    Coordinate institutional hospitality to both internal and external stakeholders.
    Initiate ideas in drawing PR policy documents such as Corporate Social Responsibility
    (CSR) and Communication.
    Qualifications for the Chief Corporate Communications Officer Job
    A Degree in Social Science or Communication
    A postgraduate diploma in mass communication
    Minimum of eight (8) years relevant experience.
    Membership to a relevant professional body.
    Key competencies
    Strong communication, analytical and interpersonal skills.
    Good Public Relations (PR), persuasion and negotiation skills in influencing company publics.
    A strong team player.
    Proficiency in Desktop Publishing, Microsoft Office suite, e-mail and Internet.
    Proficiency in video shooting and editing of company functions activities and others of relevance to company publics.
    Ability to articulate the company’s vision, mission and policies to elicit the desired change among its publics.
    Ability to research and evaluate results of a Public Relations (PR) campaign/programme.
    Ability to work under pressure and meet in-house and mainstream media editorial deadlines including PR schedules.
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  • Health Manager

    Health Manager

    Purpose of the Position
    Under the overall guidance of the Chief of Section, accountable for the development, design, planning, implementation and management of the overall Maternal New-born and Child Health component of the country programme.
    As head of the unit, lead and supervise a group of professional staff to develop and administer the sectoral and/or inter-sectoral programmes with a view to integrating gender equality across all aspects of the country programme.
    Key Expected Results
    Data-driven and results-based management
    Lead timely, regular data-driven situational analyses (including epidemiological, gender equality and emergency assessments)
    Provide in-country leadership in data-driven prioritization and implementation of Health strategies and interventions;
    Provide technical and operational guidance and support to government and non-government partners;
    Champion results-based management;
    Monitor developments at the international, regional and decentralized levels;
    Understand Health needs of vulnerable or marginalized groups.
    Upstream activities
    Provide in-country leadership on Health policies, including advocacy in gender equality, emergency preparedness and response, with a particular focus on maternal, neonatal and child Survival;
    Play an active role in broader Health sector discussions such as Sector-wide Approaches (Swaps), Poverty Reduction Strategies etc;
    Advocate for and leverage resources for scaling-up and replication of effective maternal, neonatal and child Survival interventions;
    Provide technical leadership in the Health sector components of UNDAF and other UN harmonisation processes;
    In line with Paris Declaration commitments and the new aid modalities, ensure that the Health sector component of the country programme is fully aligned with national priorities and plans.
    Downstream activities
    Provide in-country technical and operational leadership and guidance on scaling-up key maternal, neonatal and child Survival interventions;
    Support the development, implementation and financing of detailed sectoral work-plans and budgets for scaling-up of maternal, neonatal and child Survival interventions;
    Ensure UNICEF country office’s readiness to deliver on the Health-related CCCs;
    Collaborate with Programme Communication Officer to ensure development of effective communication strategies to support community-based approaches and social mobilization efforts;
    Conduct field visits to monitor programmes and conduct periodic programme reviews with Government counterparts and other partners with particular emphasis on under-served populations;
    Document and disseminate lessons learned of scaling-up maternal, neonatal and child Survival interventions.
    Share good practices in gender equality programming, scaling up good practices at the national level.
    Monitoring, evaluation and reporting
    Collaborate with Monitoring and Evaluation officer to timely, efficiently, rigorously and transparently monitor, evaluate and report on Health program effectiveness and impact;
    Ensure programme, sectoral and/or inter-sectoral efficiency and delivery through a rigorous and transparent approach to evaluation;
    Participate in major evaluation exercises, programme reviews and annual sector review meetings with government and other counterparts;
    Provide support to, and participate in, national, participatory monitoring and evaluation activities in the Health sector, including for PRS, UNDAF, SWAp, etc;
    Support the preparation of the annual Health sector status reports;
    Ensure corrective action is undertaken to address bottlenecks identified during evaluation exercises;
    Submit transparent and timely reporting to donors and other partners.
    Accountability
    Ensure UNICEF, government and non-government staff understand and comply with UNICEF’s financial rules including emergency fast-track procedures;
    In close collaboration with Operations and Supply staff, regularly monitor and report on use of supplies and other resources donated to the government and non-government partners;
    Certify disbursements of funds;
    Collaborate with the Operations Section and Government authorities to establish and maintain sound internal controls supportive of Health programme or sectoral planning and implementation, to coordinate financial and supply management requirements as well as to ensure accountability;
    Monitor and submit financial status reports to management in compliance with the regulations and guidelines;
    Ensure corrective action is undertaken to address bottlenecks identified during the above monitoring.
    Knowledge management
    Document and disseminate lessons learned;
    Develop and implement country-specific national capacity building strategies;
    Explore areas and opportunities for staff development, including training and opportunities for cross fertilization with UNICEF staff from other country programmes;
    Provide technical leadership and coordination of relevant operational research, thus contributing to the knowledge base in MNCH.
    Rights-based programmes through Results-Based Approach
    Ensure UNICEF, government and non-government staff understand and apply right-based approaches to programming and humanitarian principles;
    Promote the quality of rights-based Health programmes through the formulation of programme goals and strategies and approaches, using results-based planning methodology and terminology.
    Bring coherence, synergy and added value to sectoral or programme management processes using a results-based management approach to planning and design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation.
    Promotion of UNICEF’s global goals
    Coordinate with UNICEF Regional Advisers and HQ Officers to ensure country office strategies are aligned with global and regional strategies;
    Actively engage in national and international policy dialogue in the Health sector.
    Effectively communicate on and advocate for the promotion of UNICEF’s global goals;
    Collaborate with Communication Officer to ensure development of effective communication materials and strategies to support advocacy and fundraising efforts;
    Leverage the strength of UNICEF mission, goals and programmes;
    Reinforce partnerships to further UNICEF global goals;
    Partnerships and leveraging resources
    Maintain close working relationships with other UNICEF sectors, particularly nutrition, HIV and WASH, and programme communication to ensure integration of the Health programme with other sectors;
    Establish active and participatory partnerships with key Health sector stakeholders (Government, WHO, other UN agencies, NGOs, bilateral agencies, donors and national and international academic institutions) and interact with them at different stages of Health programme design and implementation;
    Liaise with UNICEF NatComs and other donors as appropriate, to secure programme funding;
    Provide technical support and guidance on appropriate technical, financial and institutional capacity building capacities to achieve Health programme goals;
    Utilise the partnerships with stakeholders to leverage resources for Health, particularly Child Survival.
    Qualifications of Successful Candidate
    Education
    Advanced degree in one of the disciplines relevant to the following areas: Medicine, Public Health, Pediatrics Health, Health Research, International Health, Health Policy and Management, Environmental Health Sciences, Family Health, Biostatistics, Socio-medical Sciences, Epidemiology, Health Education, or a field relevant to international development assistance in Health.
    Work Experience
    A minimum of 8 years of relevant professional work experience. Field work experience. Experience in facilitating technical support in health related emergency and humanitarian preparedness. Experience in programme/project management, and UNICEF policies and strategy to address conflicts, natural disasters, and recovery.
    Experience working in the UN or other international development organization an asset.
    Demonstrated experience in newborn care programming an asset.
    Background/familiarity with Emergency and gender mainstreaming.
    Language
    Fluency in English and a second UN working language. A good knowledge of local working language of the duty station an asset.         
    Competencies of Successful Candidate
    Core Values
    Commitment
    Diversity and Inclusion
    Integrity
    Core Competencies
    Communication  [ II ] 
    Working with People   [ II ]      
    Drive for Results   [ II ]  
    Functional Competencies
    Leading and Supervising    [ I ]                      
    Formulating Strategies and Concepts [ II ]
    Analyzing   [ III] 
    Relating and Networking [ II ]
    Deciding and Initiating Action [ II ]
    Applying Technical Expertise [ III ]
    Technical Knowledge  [ III ]
    a) Specific Technical Knowledge Required [ I ]
    Child, neonatal or maternal health care •  Health system planning and management
    Health Economics and Financing
    Public Health training material development and conduct of training programme
    Public Health, International Health, Health Policy and Management, Environmental Health Sciences, Family Health
    Health Research, Biostatistics, Socio-medical Sciences, Epidemiology
    Health Education, Health Promotion and Disease Prevention, Educational Interventions in Health Care
    Knowledge Management
    Inter-sectoral programme linkage and coordination
    Rights-based and Results-based approach and programming in UNICEF.
    UNICEF programme policy, procedures and guidelines.
    Mid-Term Strategic Plan.
     b) Common Technical Knowledge Required  [ II ]
    Child and Maternal Health •  Health Promotion and Disease Prevention                   
    Public Health •  Educational Interventions in Health Care
    Health Financing •  Knowledge Management
    Environmental Health •  Health Education                                          
    Computer software application, including word processing, spreadsheet and corporate software packages
    General knowledge of:
    Methodology of programme/project management
    Programmatic goals, visions, positions, policies and strategies in Health
    Knowledge of global health issues, specifically relating to children and women, and the current trends, methods and approaches.
    Policies and strategy to address national and global health issues, particularly relating to conflicts, natural disasters, and recovery.
    Emergency programme policies, goals, strategies and approaches.
    Gender equality and diversity awareness.
    c) Technical Knowledge to be Acquired/Enhanced (for the Job) [ II ]
    UN policies and strategy to address international humanitarian issues and the responses
    UN common approaches to programmatic issues and UNICEF positions
    UN Reform processes and outcomes and implications of the Paris Declaration
    UN security operations and guidelines
    UNSECORD training for members of Security Management Team
    UNICEF policies, strategies promoting and supporting gender equality and diversity

  • Director – Consumer Products

    Director – Consumer Products

    Job Description
    Product leadership for core consumer products (Debit, Credit, Prepaid) across markets in East Africa
    Work with Visa’s clients and Business Development teams to ensure the product requirements of clients and Visa cardholders are clearly understood and prioritized
    Drive product-related and strategic initiatives with Visa’s clients, in collaboration with Business Development, Marketing and other functional teams
    Pro-actively identify opportunities for growth and/or improvement
    Provide input to new business opportunities and formal proposals (e.g. RFP’s)
    Develop and manage products relevant to East African markets
    Manage the introduction, communication and general implementation of product and service releases, new products and enhancements of services in East Africa
    In cases where new products or capabilities are deployed in East Africa, work with cross-functional stakeholders and clients to understand local requirements and adapt products as required
    In cases where localized products, benefits or platforms are required to serve the needs of East African clients, take end-to-end accountability to develop and launch such capabilities, including competitor analyses, business cases, project and vendor management and cross-functional collaboration
    Accountable for performance of Consumer products across East Africa
    Review performance, available reporting and request additional management information as required for all products within the region
     
    Manage expenses and budgets
     
    Manage expenses and forecasts to ensure that budgets are appropriately allocated and spent
     
    Follow Correct Governance To Maintain An Exemplary Control EnvironmentQualifications
     
    Tertiary qualification with a business, marketing, or other relevant degree
    Post-graduate qualification will be advantageous, but not an absolute requirement
    More than 8 years’ experience in payments, banking or financial services
    Experience in product management, and/or marketing management, and/or consulting
    Strong project management and execution skills
    Insight and understanding of analytics, segmentation and other product management principles
    Experience of management and/or business strategy will be advantageous
    Exposure to digital products and digital product management will be advantageous
    Strong conceptualization and problem solving skills
    Good networker with experience at senior levels
    Additional InformationProduct Development & ManagementKenyaVisa