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  • Consultancy for a Desktop Review on Capacity to Conduct Health Research Development and Innovation in Africa

    Consultancy for a Desktop Review on Capacity to Conduct Health Research Development and Innovation in Africa

    Objectives of the Consultancy

    The primary objective of this assignment is to conduct a desk review of Africa’s capacity to conduct end to end health research development and innovation focusing on academic institutions and research institutions with a gender lens in at least 6 African countries with equal representation from East, South and West Africa.

    Specific Objectives

    Identify current gaps in HRD&I capacity across African Countries and propose strategies for addressing these challenges.
    Document the strengths and best practices that have enabled some African institutions to excel in HRD&I
    Highlight the importance of building capacity for HRD&I in Africa as a key driver for improving public health outcomes.
    Identify strategic investments that are essential for developing and sustaining HRD&I capacity, including infrastructure, human capital, and institutional support.
    Highlight opportunities for collaborations among the research institutions, academic institutions, and industry stakeholders to enhance technical capabilities and innovation potential.
    Examine the gender disparities in HRD&I capacity, particularly in leadership roles, research output, and access to funding, and propose strategies for gender equity in HRD&I across African countries.
    Develop a draft roadmap for HRD&I capacity building, focusing on attracting, absorbing, and retaining talent within the continent.

    Deliverables

    In line with the objectives outlined above, the consultant is expected to deliver the following by the end of the assignment:

    Submit a detailed and comprehensive report outlining the capacity for HRD&I across Africa.
    Provide a concise, summarized version of the detailed report.
    Pitch Deck: Create a persuasive pitch deck to be used in presentations advocating for HRD&I capacity development and partnership.
    Propose a roadmap to building the capacity of Africa to conduct HRD&I

    Expected Timelines

    The consultant will prepare a work-plan that will operationalize and direct the execution of the assignment – this can be included in the inception report. The assignment is expected to take no more than 1 month (with total consultancy number of days limited to 15 working days). The assignment schedule will be supervised by Amref Health Africa and the HRD&I coalition partners. The consultant should note that the reports will be subjected to reviews by stakeholders and will be deemed as final following their approvals.

    Budget

    The consultant is expected to share a detailed proposed budget (financial quotation) for the assignment while responding to the call (this will be one of the evaluation criteria for consideration).

    Qualifications of the Consultant

    The consultant should possess the following qualifications and experience:

    Expertise and Experience:

    A minimum of eight (8) years of proven expertise and grounded experience in healthcare systems across Africa.
    Demonstrated excellence in understanding and working with Global Health Programmes and experience working in the HRD&I context
    Post-graduate degree in development economics, or a health-related field with experience in HRD&I.
    Evidence of strong experience in conducting Africa wide studies with bias to HRD&I
    Excellent English verbal and written communication is required
    The ideal consultant will have a comprehensive understanding of Africa’s capacity to conduct end to end HRD&I, along with a proven track record of collecting and analyzing secondary data.

    Apply via :

    amref.org

  • Associate General Manager

    Associate General Manager

    Purpose for the Job

    To Foster and uphold favorable connections with clients to guarantee their contentment and confidence in the pension services provided by the company and act as a liaison between Boards of Trustees, pension scheme members, service providers and regulatory bodies such as the Retirement Benefits Authority (RBA) and Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).

    Handlle inquiries, resolve issues, and offer expert guidance on pension-related concerns and assist the General Manager in management of relationship managers to ensure retention roles are performed as per expected set standards.

    Duties and Responsiblities

    Build and nurture strong, long-lasting relationships with clients.
    Understand client’s unique pension needs and provide tailored solutions.
    Act as the main point of contact for clients, addressing inquiries and concerns promptly.
    Collaborate with internal teams, including Pension Operations, Finance, Actuarial, and Legal to ensure seamless service delivery.
    Develop and maintain a deep understanding of pension regulations, policies, and industry trends.
    Provide clients with expert guidance on pension plan options, investment strategies, and retirement planning.
    Facilitate the onboarding process for new clients, ensuring a smooth transition and understanding of services.
    Conduct client education sessions on pension plans, benefits, and any changes in the regulatory environment.
    Investigate and resolve complex client inquiries related to pension administration.
    Prepare and deliver regular reports (quarterly/half-yearly) on client account status, performance, and any relevant updates.
    Communicate changes in regulations or policies that may impact clients’ pension plans to the Boards of Trustees promptly.
    Provide feedback to internal management teams on how to improve processes and enhance the overall client experience.
    Ensure that pension schemes operate effectively and meet performance, quality, and customer care targets, as well as complying with industry standards.
    Co-ordinate with the fund accounts to ensure the preparation, execution, and filing of Scheme audited financials as per the statutory timelines.
    Adhere to ISO policies, procedures, and processes including passing audits and addressing non-conformities within allocated timelines.
    Participate in business development to ensure growth of the pension book as per the department’s budgets and organizations’ goals.
    Ensure that all client debt is collected within 60 days of being invoiced. This involves ensuring that all clients pay competitive fees.

    Key Result Areas

    Assist the General Manager in implementing the strategy to ensure the division meets annual budgets.
    Ensure relationship managers adhere to set standards
    Business retention rate of 95%.
    100% conformity to operational guidelines.

    Key Competencies

    Good assessment, analytical and problem-solving skills
    Ability to interact at all levels/stakeholder management.
    A robust comprehension of pension administration
    Capacity to collaborate efficiently with clients and inteal teams

    Knowledge And Skills Required

    Eight (8) years hands-on experience which include 2 years with supervisory responsibilities in a pensions, life or actuarial management environment.
    Attention to detail
    Good communication skills
    Time management skills
    Computer skills

    Professional and Academic Qualifications

    Master’s degree in business related field will be an added advantage.
    Membership in any Associations & Professional Institutes will be an added advantage
    Certified Trustee Development Program of Kenya
    Certified Chartered Pension Analyst Manager

    Apply via :

    hr.minet.co.ke

  • Programme Specialist – RBM Reporting (P-4), PG Health (HEPR) Staff Counsellor, NOC Position, ESARO

    Programme Specialist – RBM Reporting (P-4), PG Health (HEPR) Staff Counsellor, NOC Position, ESARO

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    We are seeking a dedicated Programme Specialist to manage and coordinate programme monitoring for health emergency preparedness and response. In this role, you will work closely with headquarters, regional, and country offices to provide technical support for results-based monitoring. You will design and refine monitoring frameworks, develop systems for quarterly data collection, and compile and analyze progress reports to aid decision-making. By tracking program performance and staying updated on global discussions, you will ensure that our efforts are aligned with funding priorities and address any emerging issues that require action.
    Additionally, you will lead annual donor reporting, developing guidance for country offices and consolidating inputs from various technical teams. Your role will also involve coordinating reporting efforts across UNICEF’s divisions, ensuring high-quality and timely data for internal and external reports. As a key liaison for partnership engagement, you will collaborate with grant leads and engage in discussions to support sustainable programming post-response. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact while working in a dynamic team environment, and your flexibility and versatility will be crucial in supporting our emergency response efforts. If you’re ready to contribute to meaningful change, we invite you to apply!

    The following minimum requirements:

    Advanced university degree in social sciences, public health or related degree or other social sciences field is required.

    Work Experience:

    A minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible experience in program management, results-based monitoring and evaluation, and reporting, specifically in the field of public health, at either national or international levels is required.

     Desirables/Assets:

    Previous UNICEF experience and knowledge of UNICEF’s internal systems (Insight etc.)
    Excellent analytical skills, results driven as well as ability to manage competing priorities, manage a varied and dynamic portfolio

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  • City Services Manager

    City Services Manager

    RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Coordinate and supervise maintenance programs. Supervise, organize and review the work.
    Plan, coordinate and schedule maintenance functions.
    Analyze City maintenance needs and recommend appropriate action.
    Oversee contracted services and ensure compliance with contract specifications and obligations.
    Coordinates and prepares facility services project specifications and bid documents.
    Coordinates pre-bid and pre-project meetings. Drafts Request for Proposals (RFP) and develop the scope of work.
    Supervises and coordinates the design and permit process and work of contractors, consultants and other personnel to ensure the efficient and economical use of project funds, personnel, materials, facilities, and time.
    Review work compliance with contract documents and appropriate guidelines, laws, and regulations.
    Monitors individual project budget summaries, assuring expenditures are within the approved budget and tracking changes to the contract documents that may result in change orders.
    Makes recommendations to the Head of City Management on change orders as necessary.
    Assists with project financial reports, accounting, and grant reimbursement.
    Prepares project budgets and assists with budget development, as the Head of City Management requested.
    Monitors and ensures all requirements for financial approval and contracts are met. Prepares complete reports on time with supporting conclusions and recommendations.
    Develops and maintains data systems and records to track the process and progress of each project for proper evaluation, control and documentation to ensure compliance with the department’s requirements.
    Communicates project status to the Head of City Management and other stakeholders and provides advice on alternative courses of action to mitigate any challenges.
    Creates presentation materials; authors written and oral reports for submission to the Head of City Management and other relevant stakeholders.
    Conducts periodic inspections of facilities and reports on appropriate initiatives requiring corrective action.
    Performs any other team and project duties as assigned.

    REQUIREMENTS

    Skills and Experience:

    Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Facilities Management, Construction Management or related field
    At least eight (8) experience with four (4) years’ experience in facilities project maintenance and management.
    Postgraduate Project Management, Occupational Health and Safety training will be an added advantage.
    Principles and practices of project management and contract administration.
    Work permit processes and requirements
    Applicable County and National Physical Planning codes and standards related to construction.
    Design and construction management, including developing bid specifications, reading blueprints and evaluation of design and construction projects.
    Fiscal management, including budget preparation, cost and budget analysis, expenditure
    control and records management

    If qualified and up to the challenge, please send your updated CV to recruitment@tatucity.com by 16th October 2024, and indicate ‘City Services Manager” in the subject line.Tatu City is an equal opportunity employer and does not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee based on age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race or religion
    Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

    Apply via :

    recruitment@tatucity.com

  • Senior Relationship Manager (SRM) Senior Scientist Research Development & Application Managing Partner – Recruitment Franchisee

    Senior Relationship Manager (SRM) Senior Scientist Research Development & Application Managing Partner – Recruitment Franchisee

    The Senior Relationship Manager will be responsible for managing and growing a portfolio of large corporate and SME clients in Mombasa. This role requires a seasoned professional with experience in handling high-value clients, driving portfolio growth, and delivering exceptional service. The ideal candidate will manage at least 100 large corporate and SME clients, ensuring profitable growth, improved credit quality, and enhanced customer experiences through innovative banking solutions.

    Key Responsibilities:

    Portfolio Management: Oversee a portfolio of at least 100 large corporate and SME clients, ensuring the growth of both assets and liabilities while maintaining high standards of client satisfaction and engagement.
    Client Relationship Development: Build and nurture strong relationships with key decision-makers within client organizations, identifying opportunities for cross-selling and upselling the bank’s products and services.
    Credit Quality Management: Monitor the credit quality of the portfolio, proactively managing risks and ensuring compliance with the bank’s credit policies and procedures.
    Strategic Planning: Contribute to the development and execution of strategic plans for corporate business growth in alignment with the bank’s annual and tri-annual objectives.
    Product and Service Expansion:  Increase the penetration of banking products and services within the existing client base, focusing on enhancing the client experience and deepening client relationships.
    Trade Finance Development: Drive the growth of trade finance business among importers/exporters, leveraging the bank’s capabilities and international network.
    Collaboration and Synergies: Foster collaboration with other departments such as Treasury, Retail Banking, and international counterparts to create synergies and optimize client service delivery.
    Networking and Market Presence: Actively engage in networking activities to enhance the bank’s market presence and generate new business opportunities within the region.
    Performance Reporting: Regularly report on portfolio performance, including growth metrics, profitability, and risk management to senior management and relevant committees.
    Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of relationship managers and support staff, fostering a high-performance culture and ensuring effective talent development and succession planning.

    Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

    Portfolio Growth (Assets, Liabilities, and Off-Balance Sheet Exposures)
    Increase in Product and Service Utilization among Corporate Clients
    Growth in Trade Finance Revenue and Volume
    Maintenance of High Credit Quality and Compliance Standards
    Achievement of Profitability and Productivity Targets

    Minimum Requirements:

    Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
    MBA or a relevant postgraduate qualification is preferred.
    Professional qualifications in accountancy, banking, or a related field.
    At least 8 years of experience in banking, with a minimum of 3 years in corporate banking or relationship management at a senior level.
    Proven track record in managing large corporate and SME clients and driving portfolio growth.
    Strong business development, networking, and client relationship management skills.
    Excellent understanding of corporate banking products, trade finance, and risk management.

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  • Health Specialist – New Vaccines and Platforms (P-4), FT, PG Health (Immunization)

    Health Specialist – New Vaccines and Platforms (P-4), FT, PG Health (Immunization)

    Leadership and Coordination

    As a Health Specialist, you’ll provide essential leadership and coordination for the national introduction of HPV and other new vaccines. This involves collaborating with UNICEF HQ, regional and country offices, donors, and partners to create integrated delivery systems that leverage platforms such as schools for health and wellbeing interventions. You will develop a long-term roadmap for vaccine introduction, prepare strategic implementation guidance, and draft periodic donor reports. Additionally, you’ll assess the programmatic needs for HPV, Malaria, and other vaccines, and work with stakeholders to secure resources for effective implementation.

    Technical Assistance and Support

    In this role, you will offer technical assistance to countries, focusing on budgeting, logistics, and financial management to ensure the successful rollout of new vaccines. You will identify and oversee targeted country assistance to align with technical partners like WHO and CDC, collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure timely support for vaccine rollouts. Furthermore, you’ll manage funding requests and monitor expenditures, ensuring all resources are tracked and reported effectively to donors.

    Reporting and Data Management

    You will be responsible for developing comprehensive donor reports and providing input for various publications related to new vaccines. Supporting the Immunization Section, you’ll contribute to joint work plans and thematic reports, integrating HPV and Malaria programs with adolescent health initiatives. Additionally, you will maintain detailed records of immunization activities, ensuring accurate data collection and management. Working closely with data analytics teams, you’ll help disseminate global progress on vaccine introduction, maintaining a repository of results and documentation for ongoing monitoring and reporting.

    The following minimum requirements:

    A master’s degree in public health, medicine, or a related technical field, such as epidemiology or another social science discipline, is required.

    Work Experience:

    At least eight years of solid experience at national/international level in immunization program including global health and/or healthcare, programme coordination, managing and monitoring programme and preparing proposals and fund utilization reports is required.

    Desirables/Assets:

    Knowledge of UNICEF or other UN administrative rules and procedures and experience in programme management, and donor/partner coordination (ideally Gavi experience).
    Experience in HPV, Malaria and other new vaccines program management, applying statistical methods, proven track record of publishing manuscripts in top academic journals and a track record of academic presentations in the field of vaccinology is an asset.

    Apply via :

    jobs.unicef.org

  • Head of Life and Pensions

    Head of Life and Pensions

    Job Description

    Main Purpose of the Job- (Job Summary)

    The role holder is responsible for directing, administering, and coordinating the internal operational activities of the Life Business in accordance with policies, goals, and objectives established by the Principal Officer and the Board. The Head of Life and Pensions Division will oversee quality assurance, Product development activities, and product management relating to Life Business at Kenyan Alliance. Central to this role is building positive and lasting relationships between Kenyan Alliance and its customers.

    Main Responsibilities

    Participate in the development and preparation of short-term and long-range plans and budgets based upon the strategic plans and objectives;
    To manage life business operations in line with the company’s Policies and guidelines;
    Spearhead the development, communication and implementation of effective growth strategies and processes in line with the strategic objectives.
    Provide leadership for management of life fund and Pension in tandem with regulatory requirement and other areas of general management;
    Continuously propose the basis and scope of new insurance contracts and pricing for life products for market competitiveness;
    Carry out market intelligence to ensure the company is in tandem with the industry trends and adopt product pricing mechanisms that ensure profitability;
    Put in place control mechanisms that enable a measure of service satisfaction by agents, brokers, customers and the regulator;
    Continuously review and propose business handling procedures by recommending possible measures to enhance the company’s competitive ability;
    Promote a culture of high performance and continuous improvement that values learning and a commitment to quality;
    Carry out Market Intelligence and Research on new business potential in traditional and non-traditional sectors and subsequently formulating plans for developing and launching relevant insurance products.

    Knowledge & Experience

    The candidate must demonstrate and possess the following skills and qualifications:

    Bachelor’s Degree in Business related field, A Master’s Degree in Business will be an added advantage.
    ACII/AIIK graduate
    At least 8 years’ managerial experience developing and maintaining business growth with tangible results;
    Proven ability to guide the Life team members to achieve high performance;
    Thorough understanding of budgeting, accounting and financial reporting and analysis;
    Ability to work at both the strategic and tactical levels;
    Strong leadership skills and focused, confident individual with high level of integrity;
    Specialist training in General Management, Life Business Underwriting and or Claims Management.
    Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
    Ability to create trends and innovative products from a myriad of information.

    Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: If you are interested in the position and have the required qualifications, please email a detailed CV indicating the current and expected salary and cover letter clearly indicating ‘HEAD OF LIFE AND PENSIONS’ on the subject line to hr@kenyanalliance.com by 22nd October 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. using the position as subject of email.

    Apply via :

    hr@kenyanalliance.com

  • Real Estate Marketing Manager

    Real Estate Marketing Manager

    Responsibilities

    Develop and implement innovative marketing strategies to boost property sales.
    Leverage artificial intelligence and other technologies for data-driven marketing campaigns.
    Manage social media marketing efforts across various platforms.
    Build and maintain relationships with real estate investors, buyers, and partners.
    Conduct market research to identify trends and customer preferences.
    Oversee content creation, digital marketing, and branding initiatives.

    Minimum Requirements & Responsibility

    8 years’ proven experience in real estate marketing.
    Proficiency in artificial intelligence and its application in marketing.
    Advanced knowledge of social media marketing and digital marketing tools.
    Strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills

    Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: recruitment@staffingsolutionsnetwork.co.ke using the position as subject of email.

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    recruitment@staffingsolutionsnetwork.co.ke

  • Manager, Energy & Climate Programme

    Manager, Energy & Climate Programme

    As a programme manager, you will be responsible for managing the implementation of the REACT SSA Kenya program in the RE sector, ensuring that it delivers on its objectives. This includes providing leadership to the project team, spearheading the preparation of term sheets and marketing competitions, reviewing and marking proposals, drafting investment memos and presenting them to the investment committees, and ensuring alignment with strategic goals.

    Key Responsibilities

    Provide strategic leadership in portfolio construction, driving competition promotion, refining scoring criteria, and leading the assessment and selection of applications. Lead the drafting and presentation of investment memos to internal and external investment committees, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
    Direct the execution and management of program goals and ensure investees’ adherence to AECF’s grant implementation principles while optimizing efficiency, effectiveness, and impact throughout the project lifecycle.
    Build high-level professional relationships with investees and service providers, ensuring value for money and transparency and minimizing fraud and inefficiency across the portfolio.
    Oversee the comprehensive monitoring and evaluation of grant implementation, ensuring timely tracking of milestones, compliance, and deliverables. Provide strategic oversight of site visits, periodic reporting analysis, and actionable feedback to investees for optimal performance.
    Lead financial oversight of fund disbursement requests, ensuring timely and well-informed recommendations that promote effective allocation and utilization of resources to maximize impact.
    Direct the preparation of high-level performance reports, identifying deviations or delays, and driving collaborative efforts with internal teams and investees to resolve challenges and optimize outcomes.
    Ensure robust site visit protocols and lead evaluations of operational and financial performance to guarantee the consistent achievement of program objectives.
    Lead the identification and coordination of technical assistance, ensuring investees receive tailored support to enhance their capacity and performance.
    Champion the development of management and donor reports, providing strategic insights into portfolio achievements and challenges while positioning the portfolio for continued growth.
    Lead proposal development and fundraising efforts, identifying new opportunities for portfolio expansion and sustainability through targeted program areas.
    Drive the portfolio’s learning and innovation agenda, collaborating with Impact, Knowledge, and Insights teams to enhance AECF’s reputation and influence systemic change across Africa’s market systems.
    Ensure adherence to internal controls, risk management, and compliance frameworks, continuously refining the program risk and mitigation strategy in alignment with AECF’s overall governance framework.

    Qualifications:

    An advanced university degree in finance, business administration, international development, social sciences, development finance, or a related field.
    At least eight years of investment or grant-making experience in the Kenyan RE sector.
    Extensive experience in investment, grant-making, due diligence processes, and grant management in the Kenyan RE sector.
    Experience and/or good understanding of the circular economy, including waste management, e-mobility, energy access, and productive uses of energy solutions within the Kenyan context.
    Extensive knowledge and understanding of program design and development, project cycle management, financial budgeting, and reporting.
    Experience working alongside a wide range of grantees/investees with skill and sensitivity, including private sector players and public institutions in Kenya.
    An in-depth understanding of the work and challenges of renewable energy companies in Kenya.

    Apply via :

    recruitment.aecfafrica.org

  • Manager, Audit (Financial Services/Consumer & Industrial Markets)

    Manager, Audit (Financial Services/Consumer & Industrial Markets)

    Key roles and responsibilities

    Taking ownership for the engagement from start to finish -initiating action, anticipating requirements and facilitating discussions, using proficiency in ISAs, KAEG, KCW and local accounting standards.
    Maintaining a relentless focus on quality and strive to uphold the highest professional standards and levels of objectivity, independence, ethics and integrity within our system of quality management and be as transparent as possible with colleagues and clients to help deliver exceptional services.
    Supporting the Audit business development activities including strategy, opportunity tracking, proposal writing, lessons learning and thought leadership.
    Building strong working relationships and interactions with clients to ensure continuous efficient information flow from the client to the audit team.
    Continuously building confidence in dealing with clients and gain deeper knowledge on tasks in preparation for more complex engagements and client relationship building for client retention and growth.
    Identifying early warning signals and communicating challenges and possible solutions, as well as potential opportunities, to their senior manager/associate director/partner.
    Actively and quickly develop technical skills through on the job learning and through formal training. This includes taking ownership of own professional and career development, demonstrating learning agility and challenging oneself and others to improve.
    Demonstrating exemplary project management skills. This includes focusing on engagement economics management including tracking of budgeted time, prepared by the client lists (PBCs) and preparing billing analyses for review and action by more senior team members.
    Providing regular project status updates against key performance indicators.
    Strengthening critical thinking and professional judgment skills including improving technical research skills as well as oral and written communication skills.
    Developing strong business acumen and industry knowledge to demonstrate value-add client service.
    Demonstrating capacity and capability for continuous learning including actively seeking specific feedback from peers and managers and providing constructive, honest and timely feedback to team members working under you.
    Maintaining compliance with all firm policies and procedures.

    Academic/Professional qualifications and Experience:

    An undergraduate degree from a recognized university.
    Must be a Chartered Certified Accountant.
    8 years’ experience in a professional accounting firm in accounting and/or auditing field with at least 1 year in a managerial position.
    Strong understanding and experience with IFRS, International Standards on Auditing, and other assurance based reporting standards.
    Understanding and knowledge of testing both internal control tests of designs and internal control tests of effectiveness.
    Experience in providing technical advisory services to audit engagement teams or clients
    Compliant with KPMG Code of Conduct and all Firm and professional requirements.

    Personal attributes:

    Good communication (written and verbal), numeracy, presentation and analytical skills
    IT proficiency, especially Microsoft Office
    An eye for detail
    Team player with leadership capability
    Excellent coordination and planning skills

    Apply via :

    forms.office.com