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  • Finance Coordinator Senior Project Coordinator Project Assistant Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Coordinator

    Finance Coordinator Senior Project Coordinator Project Assistant Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Coordinator

    Purpose
    Based in Nairobi, with regular travel to field locations in Kenya, Somalia and Ethiopia, the Finance Coordinator supports in day to day routine financial duties, review of budget/budget revisions and is the lead finance focal point for the Programme Management Unit, Project Steering Committee, Technical Working Group and finance and programme staff from all consortium agencies. The Finance Coordinator also acts as the “Technical Focal Point” to all field operations from the 4 consortium members across all 3 locations. The Finance Coordinator is a key member of the Programme Management Unit and will contribute to ensure overall planning, implementing, and managing of the project, and assure progress towards achieving project goals and objectives. S/he will oversee timely use of budget, with adherence to applicable policies, provide capacity building to project staff, and contribute to planning, coordination and learning within the consortium.
    Responsibilities and Tasks:
    The Finance Coordinator refers to and works in close collaboration with the finance and senior project staff of each of the implementing agencies. Specific responsibilities include:

    Responsible for financial progress against agreed targets of the project across all implementing agencies and areas
    Responsible for ensuring the timely and quality completion of all financial deliverables and reports in accordance with EU guidelines
    Oversee financial and administrative management of the programme, ensuring compliance with DRC and EU rules and regulations
    Support the establishment of effective financial reporting and financial management mechanisms including budget phasing in line with work plan, procurement plan, M+E plan, Inception Phase planning and others. Ensure the TDL’s are cleaned for donor reporting
    Organise and lead monthly BFU/TDL reviews meeting & monitor actual spending and advise programme teams on financial issues (overspends, underspends, compliance issues, clearing of outstanding advances etc.)
    Provide additional technical assistance to partners as necessary to maintain high standards of compliance.
    Prepare budget re-alignments where needed in collaboration with consortium member finance teams
    Develop a strong working relationship with the finance focal point of each agency and each field team.
    Participate in consortium Project Steering Committee meetings and Technical Working Group meetings, and ensure implementation of corrective measures related to finance/expenditure/compliance.
    Monitor the liquidity levels of the field offices and ensure that cash requests are handled on time as per the agreed deadlines.
    Minimize financial risks by ensuring that consortium members’ financial policies and procedures are strictly adhered to through predefined effective internal control system.
    Check on the completeness, accuracy and validity of information regarding payment documents before payments are effected.
    Ensure the implementation of recommendations raised through internal & external audits, compliance audits etc.,
    Support the PMU in internal and external audit process.
    Coordinate with consortium members and/or with NGO Liaison bodies to obtain relevant local tax laws/requirements and ensure all partners are in compliance. This includes obtaining tax exemptions (i.e. Value Added Tax [VAT]) letters on yearly basis where needed.
    Coordinate with consortium member HR departments to ensure all taxes related to staff salaries are paid in a timely manner to the relevant departments. This included taxes for Expatriate salaries, where applicable.
    Coordinate with the Procurement and Logistics departments of consortium members to ensure the relevant taxes (if applicable) are indicated in all supplier documentation and paid to the relevant departments in a timely manner.

    Qualifications:

    Relevant university degree in Financial Management, Accounting, or any other relevant field.
    At least five year’s work experience in field of finance/accounting/book keeping in an NGO or the commercial sector.
    Experience managing complex activities involving coordination with multiple project partners
    Proven experience in NGO programme budget management, including reporting and compliance. Previous experience managing an EU grant would be a plus.
    Advanced experience/skills in MS Excel (experience in working with formulas).
    Ability to train and build the capacity of finance and programme staff
    Experience living and/or working in complex emergency locations preferred.
    Communication Skills: Excellent writing and verbal skills in English
    Adaptability and flexibility: Ability to manage a large workload and multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.
    Work style: Highly organized team player, pro-active and with demonstrated strong personal initiative and decision making ability. Proven solid analytical and problem solving skills.

    Personal competencies

    Political and cultural sensitivity, including ability to adapt well to local cultures.
    Demonstrated successful experience working within a complex security environment is preferred.

    Core competencies: Basi /Advanced/ Expert

    Striving for excellence – Expert
    Collaborating – Expert
    Taking the lead – Advanced
    Communicating – Expert
    Demonstrating integrity – Expert

    Basic: I master the essentials, but may at times need help from others Advanced: I can work independently at full professional level. Expert: I am the go-to person when others need help.
    Posting details: Location: Nairobi, with frequent travel to field sites in Kenya, Ethiopia and Somalia Reports to: Head of Programme Management Unit, BORESHA Consortium Availability: 1 Jan 2018

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  • Mentor Coordinator , ECD

    Mentor Coordinator , ECD

    Job description
    PATH’s approach to integrated ECD focuses on reaching the youngest children (0-3 years) and their caregivers with ECD counseling messages, as well as screening children for developmental milestones and making referrals in case of developmental delays. ECD content is integrated into health system “touch-points,” including antenatal care, childbirth, postnatal care, routine child health services, play sessions in health facility waiting areas, and home visits by community health volunteers (CHVs). In the early years, the health system is often the only means to reach children and their caregivers on a regular and consistent basis. PATH works closely with government and builds capacity of existing service providers such as nurses, clinical officers, and CHVs. Such an approach favors sustainability and scale and puts government in the driver’s seat. PATH’s ECD portfolio currently covers Kenya, Mozambique, and Zambia. In Kenya, the program is currently being implemented in Siaya County, with national-level policy and advocacy activities taking place in Nairobi. At the policy level, PATH is working nationally in Nairobi to introduce/reinforce ECD content in multiple health policies and guidelines that are currently up for review and will increasingly focus its attention on introducing/reinforcing ECD content in pre-service training curricula for government health service providers, as well as on reporting and tracking ECD indicators through the health management information system.
    We seek to recruit FOUR Temporary Mentor Coordinators who will participate in Community Health Volunteers, Community Health Assistants (CHAs), and Health Care Workers’ review meetings to monitor integration of ECD into existing services, document project activities by taking photos, taking videos, conducting interviews, and collecting human-interest stories for quarterly briefs. S/he will work with community and facility-based forums and service providers to establish, equip and operationalize play corners in health facilities. S/he will assist with data collection i.e. quantitative data (e.g., supervision checklists, household visit forms) and qualitative data (e.g. observations of service delivery and interviews with project beneficiaries), by working closely with Ministry of Health stakeholders. The Mentor Coordinators will be based in Siaya County.
    Responsibilities

    In partnership with designated government supervisors, provide supportive supervision and mentorship, and on-the-job training to trained service providers and Community Health Volunteers; observe facility-based providers in their daily routine and CHVs during play box sessions.
    Support facility based Continuous Medical Education (CMEs) sessions as necessary.
    Participate in CHVs, Community Health Assistants (CHAs), and Health Care Workers’ review meetings to monitor integration of ECD into existing services.
    Work with community and facility-based forums and service providers to establish, equip and operationalize play corners in health facilities.
    Assist in disseminating Projecting Health videos on positive parenting at designated sites in the Community and in Health Facilities.
    Assist with data collection i.e. quantitative data (e.g., supervision checklists, household visit forms) and qualitative data (e.g., observations of service delivery and interviews with project beneficiaries), by working closely with Ministry of Health stakeholders.
    Assist with monthly data summaries at facility level and ensure timely onward data transmission to PATH and relevant MOH offices.
    Document project activities by taking photos, taking videos, conducting interviews, and collecting human interest stories for quarterly briefs.
    Participate in sub-county-level forums as needed.
    Work in close collaboration and maintain excellent working relationships with MOH staff at various levels, PATH and other stakeholders.

    Required Skills
    Required Experience

    Bachelor’s degree/Diploma in Nursing, Nutrition, or Clinical Medicine.
    Excellent interpersonal and supervisory skills, capable of directing and managing change, effective delegation, inspiring teamwork and motivating staff and partners to achieve results.
    Research and proposal writing will be a distinctive advantage.
    Ability to work in a complex project implementation environment with multiple tasks, short deadlines and intense pressure to perform.
    Ability to work with a multi-sectoral team and support collaboration with multiple stakeholders.
    Ability and willingness to learn.
    Excellent facilitation, mentorship, team building and coordination skills.
    Field oriented and comfortable with a team approach to programming.
    Experience in working with Ministry of Health systems.
    Registered with the relevant professional body.

    You must currently have legal authorization to work in Kenya.
    PATH is dedicated to diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.

  • Corporate Sales Assistant-Group Life and Pension Sales

    Corporate Sales Assistant-Group Life and Pension Sales

    Job description
    JOB PURPOSE: To support the Pensions sales team in achieving set targets by providing administrative support role.
    Key Responsibilities

    Receiving, processing & issuing IPP application forms
    Processing, setting up in fund master, assembling & dispatching IPP policy documents
    Receiving and processing annuity and Income Draw Down application forms
    Product presentations to walk-in prospective clients
    Annuity & Income Draw Down quotations
    Customer Relationship management
    Facilitating the sales team and intermediaries in their sales processes
    Handling prospective client enquiries via email, telephone and any other media
    Weekly and monthly production reports
    Coordination of core departmental activities including both internal and external meetings, events, intermediary reward schedule and dispatch
    Management of the pensions collection account through efficient and timely identification and receipting of funds received into the account
    Handling all sales related matters while the sales team is out in the field
    Performs any other duties assigned by the Sales Manager

    Key Qualifications, Knowledge And Experience

    Bachelor’s Degree in business related field
    Professional Qualifications (ACII, AIIK, CPA)

    Essential Competencies

    Learning and Researching: Rapidly learns new tasks and commits information to memory quickly; demonstrates an immediate understanding of newly presented information; gathers comprehensive information to support decision making at management level; learns from successes and failures and seeks colleague and customer feedback.
    Working with People: Shows respect for the views and contributions of other team members; shows empathy; listens, supports and cares for others; consults others and shares information and expertise with them; builds team spirit and reconciles conflict; adapts to the team and fits in well.
    Applying Expertise and Technology: Applies specialist and technical expertise; uses technology to achieve work objectives; develops job knowledge and expertise (theoretical and practical) through continual professional development; demonstrates an understanding of different organisational departments and functions.
    Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations: Focuses on customer needs and satisfaction; exhibits high standards for quality and quantity; monitors and maintains own quality and productivity; works in a systematic, methodical and orderly way; consistently achieves projects goals.
    Following Instructions and Procedures: Follows procedures and policies; keeps to schedules; arrives punctually for work and meetings; demonstrates commitment to the organisation; complies with legal obligations and safety requirements of the role.
    Adhering to Principles and Values: Upholds ethics and values; demonstrates integrity; accepts diversity; display individual responsibility towards the community and the environment; models the organizational values during every day interactions.

  • Construction Site Manager

    Construction Site Manager

    Job description
    Role Description
    Site Managers are excellent project managers who are driven by building beautiful and cost-efficient (both in build and ongoing maintenance) Medical Centers. You get the opportunity to make your own budget, build relationships with sub-contractors and fundis and to own your project. When the construction is finished you can proudly call it your clinic. This position reports to the Construction department manager.
    Penda Medical Centers are built in existing buildings, so most of your work will be refurbishment. We are planning to do 8 construction projects in 2018! You will love this role if you love the day-to-day hustle of buying materials, contracting fundis, checking in on progress, etc.
    Key Benefits Of This Position Are
    Learn how to build beautiful Medical Centers on efficient budgetsWork with an amazing, smart, hard-working team to change the face to healthcare in KenyaOur culture is like nowhere else… come see for yourself
    Responsibilities

    Penda is growing fast and has ambitious expansion plans. You will oversee projects on a day to day basis and ensure work is done safely, on time, within the budget and at high quality standards so Penda can open more branches and help millions of people get affordable healthcare faster
    Build beautiful Penda Medical Centers that our patients and staff love. A friendly environment makes our patients immediately feel better
    Make a project plan and budget before you start a new project and then track expenses and progress against that plan. Plan, allocate resources and organize well so you can stay within the budget and timelines. Sort out any problems which could hold up the construction progress as they arise. You’re in charge of procuring construction materials as well!
    Represent Penda on site. Contract fundis and sub-contractors, keep close contact with them at all times, set clear expectations and manage them well so they love working with us. Manage discussions with the caretaker, landlord, regulatory bodies, etc. so we can work well
    Ensure the work complies with the building regulations, health & safety legislations as well as the legal requirements. It is your responsibility to always report and act very fast on any accidents on the site
    Ensure signage is designed, installed, functioning and attracting patients as needed
    Keep good track of all construction documentation (contracts, receipts, etc.) with the help of our Construction Admin
    Provide technical input, advise and construction requirements in the design stages for new locations to make the project easier and more efficient later. You will be part of discussions with landlords to agree on specifics for the site before construction starts
    Bring new ideas for construction from your experience on-site and also do a review of the previous projects to ensure we constantly implement improvements/learnings as we continue to build more medical centers
    Fix issues in previous projects, especially around signage and facility repairs

    Communicate clearly and openly about your work, budgets and progress at all timesWe’re a start up – get ready for anything!
    Who will be successful in this role?

    You are a master at building relationships. Fundis and subcontractors will do a lot more for you when you have excellent relationships with them
    You are a hustler and love to get your hands dirty. You set your mind on something and get it done, no matter what
    You are great at project management and budgeting. You will plan your work, budget and track your progress against it each week
    You have an eye for detail and are eager to learn so you can help all our fundis ensure everything is built correctly and we minimize repairs later
    You are open and honest about everything, always! You are great at communicating clearly and often about your progress and about any changes you would like to make
    You are excellent at feedback and healthy conflict. At Penda we love feedback because we believe it helps us grow. Also, if you disagree with someone, you don’t let it pass but address it head-on in a respectful manner.

    Requirements

    Available Full Time and ready to work a lot during intense construction periods
    Awesome at working in the non-formal sector of Nairobi
    Prior experience managing projects in construction and/or shop fitting
    Fluent in English and Kiswahili

    Package

    Base Salary depends on qualifications and experience.
    Strong benefits package including full medical cover for inpatient and outpatient for your whole family.

  • Financial Literacy Partner

    Financial Literacy Partner

    Competencies

    Proven ability to develop and deliver training programs to adults
    Established experience in facilitating financial literacy trainings.
    Superior presentation and motivational skills
    Proficient use of MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook and Access
    Exceptional knowledge of analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation of financial literacy
    Outstanding negotiation, presentation and persuasion skills
    Familiarity with technology platforms used in delivery of training programs
    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
    At least 5 years working experience in the financial field

    Job Requirements

     At least a bachelor’s degree in a business field
    A professional Qualification in a business related field
    A certificate of participation in a financial literacy program

  • Human Resource Assistant

    Human Resource Assistant

    Responsibilities

     Participating in recruitment process through scheduling interviews and assisting in the process.
    Assisting with day to day operations of human resource functions and duties.
    Compiling and updating employee records (hard and soft)
    Responding to employee queries.
    Handling minor disciplinary issues.
    Handling employee requests.
    In-charge of staff welfare.
    Conducting induction for new entrants.

    Job Requirements

    Diploma in Human Resource Management or a related field
    Higher diploma in Human Resource Management
    Computer literate
    Knowledge on Labour laws
    A minimum of 3 years with similar roles.

  • Auto spare parts Sales Executives

    Auto spare parts Sales Executives

    Job Roles and Responsibilities

    Attend to walk in clients, phone and email enquiries, assist and provide customers with technical advice
    Record and execute client’s orders and ensure proper documentation of orders and invoices
    Man the spares shop and monitor supplies
    Develop sales strategies for the company’s products and use social network tools to expand the company’s client base and increase product awareness
    Place orders from suppliers and attend to client’s orders and deliveries
    Close sales deals under minimum supervision
    Raise invoices, issue receipts and follow up on payments

    Key Skills and qualifications

    A Diploma in Sales and Marketing or relevant field of study
    Work experience in motor spares stores, vehicle servicing or customer service
    Must have Good knowledge of car spares parts
    Ladies are encouraged to apply.
    Knowledge of motor vehicles functions
    Excellent communication and customer service skills
    Good administration and computer skills
    Should be confident, well spoken, and presentable.

  • Transport and Logistics Officer

    Transport and Logistics Officer

    Job Details:
    Main Responsibilities

    Achieving required targets.
    Assist with coordinating transport within the organization.
    Assist to coordinate transport of briquettes and other material needed at the plant.
    Assist to develop and initiate monthly reports having required project timelines.
    Assist to support inventory management consisting of reconciling and maintaining of finished goods inventory
    Assist with transportation schedules to sister plants.-

    Required Skills.

    Self-motivated and disciplined team player
    Strong interpersonal and communication skills
    Sound organizational skills
    Ability to creatively solve problems in a fast-paced environment
    Working knowledge of Computer Applications will have an added advantage
    Diploma or ‘O’ Level qualification
    Transport and Logistics related diploma holders are advantaged
    Previous experience working in a transport and logistics firm/fleet management.

    Note

    A competitive salary will be offered to the successful candidate.
    Lean Solutions Group is an equal opportunities employer.
    Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
    Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

  • Sales Representative

    Sales Representative

    Job description
    Department: Commercial
    Job Purpose:
    It entails meeting business goals and working to achieve long term growth of SEMINIS products in the small holder and large scale farming segments in Kenya by being a key member of the sales team that will drive the growth of Monsanto’s business in Kenya.
    Specific role responsibility

    Provide agronomic support & advice to the customers and prospects
    Follow up on grower (visits, calls) and trials
    Prepare the plan visits in line with the Operational plan
    Strategically plan activities to generate demand for available products. Research and understand the needs of the customer, and plan sales activities to increase sales and hybrid adoption.
    Uses competitive/marketing insights to challenge the customer using different available tools/materials
    Closes sales/obtain the buying commitment from the grower
    Work with customer to ensure complaints are resolved in a timely manner.
    Account planning through use of IDEA & salesforce.com
    Coach and support farmers on product management to ensure they succeed
    Provide after-the-sale customer service that increases customer loyalty and the % of seed purchase from Monsanto.
    Plan and deliver presentations to customers and potential customers that help increase sales in sales area.
    Allocates and utilizes available resources to maximize return on short-term and long-term strategic plan for sales area.
    Actively contributes to analyze local market needs and suggest changes or improvements to distribution strategy and farmer’s segmentation.
    Maintain and develop relationship with the customer’s Full accountabilities of money collection from the customers on time and be proactive in early money collection.
    Contribute, implement and follow-up as per Monsanto’s guidance and compliance (Business conduct, FCPA, Pledge, ESH Policy)
    Provide Monsanto with the necessary market intelligence required for the commercial success
    Setting PCM4 and demo trials / follow up trial execution at grower level to create product awareness that best fit customer needs.
    Populate/Maintain customer data base in Salesforce.com
    Provides demand forecast visibility in IBP

    Education & Experience:

    Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture or related field
    A master’s degree will be an added advantage
    Work Experience: 5+ years’ sales/ account management experience, with at least 2 years in the agricultural industry.
    Should be willing to relocate

    Special Skills: Personal skills

    Results oriented
    Customer oriented
    Strong communication and negotiation skills
    Enjoys working in a team
    Able to work with autonomy and willing to travel intensively on business (80% of the time)
    Able to prioritize
    Assertive and takes initiative to make things happen
    Technical skills
    Valid driver’s license and experience (minimum 5 years)
    Good command of English language
    Data analytics will be highly essential

    Sound like a job for you? Why work with us?

    Life at Monsanto means collaborating with dedicated professionals in a stimulating environment.
    Our people demonstrate our winning culture through positive and meaningful relationships.
    You will work with market leading brand products in a global organization.
    We provide competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and some of the best career development opportunities in the industry.
    Monsanto is named Great Place to Work in many countries around the world.

    Join our global team where your contribution will make a real difference
    We are looking for enthusiastic and committed candidates. Placements will be made in line with Monsanto’s Employment Equity Policy.