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Policy Analyst

Duties and Responsibilities
· Provide a landscape of opportunities, key players, existing policies and policy gaps related to the signature issues that anchor the 2017-2021 Strategic Plan, cutting across all six Research Units and incorporating APHRC’s commitment to improving research leadership around the continent
· Understand the current policy environment at regional and national levels with respect to APHRC’s signature issues; identify and determine where there are potential entry points for engagement
· Collaborate with APHRC’s research leaders, particularly at the Unit level, to ensure a holistic approach to our mission of generating evidence and engaging policy to inform action on population health and wellbeing
· Generate recommendations as to how achievement of long-term policy goals can be incorporated into research proposal development
· Strengthen internal capacity for policy analysis
· Support the PEC division’s outreach efforts by leading and/or contributing to campaigns and projects to bring greater awareness to the opportunities availed by evidence-informed approaches to decision-making
Skills and Qualifications
· A Master’s degree in public policy, health policy, international relations, economics, health sciences, political science or any related field. PhD desirable
· Demonstrable track record in policy analysis and review, including landscaping, mapping and trend analysis
· Demonstrated interest in issues related to global health and social policy
· Excellent analytical skills
· Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, and able to transfer those skills to others
· At least five years of work experience in policy analysis, landscaping and mapping, strategy development, preferably at an international or research organization
· Excellent writing and editing as well as strong presentation skills
· A resourceful self-starter with good organizational and networking skills
· Ability to work independently to fulfill team goals and manage multiple deadlines
· Experience conducting literature reviews and qualitative research, with a publication track record
· Proficiency in French desired

Interested candidates should send a CV including publication record and cover letter to jobs@aphrc.org with the subject line “Policy Analyst” Your cover letter should include a 600-word writing sample exploring one of the APHRC signature issues contained in the 2017-2021 Strategic Plan, available on the APHRC website.Cover letters should be addressed to: – The Human Resources OfficerAfrican Population and Health Research CenterP.O. Box 10787 – 00100 GPO NairobiFor more information about APHRC visit www.aphrc.orgAPHRC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the protection of children.

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November 13, 2024
Mobile and Web Developers Intern Sales and Marketing Intern Graphic Designers Intern

Mobile and Web Developers Internship Requirements:
Great communication skills
Mobile programming skills e.g Android, iOS
Good Web development Skills
Good foundation in OOP concepts
Knowledge in building web services
Verifiable portfolio of a past project
Basic database design skills
Basic graphic design skills is a plus
MVC Frameworks is an added advantage
Experience building on UNIX
Versioning Control is an added advantage
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Muva is currently recruiting for the below position(s). Send CV, Application and Portfolio to info@muva.co.ke by close of day on 2/10/2017 as per the below skills requirements;

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info@muva.co.ke

November 13, 2024
Head of Procurement – Kenya & EA

Job description
Basic Qualifications
Degree level eg BA, BSc or equivalent
Research and analytical skills required to develop solutions to complex problems and analyze complex financial proposals
Preferred Qualifications
MBA, MCIPS or equivalent
Details
Job Description Summary-To lead, manage and develop a team of professional sourcing staff, located in country of responsibility to ensure effective performance of Procurement teams in the scope of responsibility
To ensure input to and alignment with the creation of regional and global sourcing strategies, representing the needs of local stakeholders and local markets dynamics, in partnership with the Global and Regional category teams
To identify and deliver business benefits aligned to assurance of supply, quality, service, cost and innovation and delivering stakeholders and business partner requirements through execution of category strategies
To drive operational efficiencies by ensuring Contract & Preferred Supplier list compliance as well as managing the Tail spend
To deliver effective budgets (Plans of Purchase) agreed with key stakeholders and Finance in accordance with the Spend Management Framework and aligned to the global budgets together with Global and Regional category team
Job Description-People Leadership (for Roles With People Management Responsibilities)
Lead and direct a Procurement team across one country (or more) within a region
Develop and implement effective ways of working across the Hub, LOC and Category team to ensure a cohesive approach
Ensure appropriate communication strategy across Hub, LOC and Category teams is in place and in use
Develop the team and individual capabilities from both technical and behavioural aspects (including providing feedback for Category team members to their line managers)
Strategy execution
Align with appropriate Regional and Global category teams and work in collaboration with these teams to provide local business requirements and market information to support effective collaborative regional and global strategy creation and execution
Execute sourcing strategies for spend categories in scope of responsibility aligned with the requirements of stakeholders and business partners
Deliver benefits identified in strategies, local, regional and global, through effective and collaborative strategy execution, aligned to assurance of supply (risk management), quality, service, cost and innovation
Benefit delivery
Support Regional and Global category lead in the creation and delivery of effective regional budgets (Plans of Purchase) agreed with key stakeholders and Finance in accordance with the Spend Management Framework
Drive operational efficiency
Ownership of tail management within the in-scope country and challenge it appropriately to ensure no category spend is left outside category scope
Challenge requirements and educate stakeholder to drive maximum contract and PSL compliance
Business partnering & stakeholder management in GSK
Build strategic relationship with a network of senior GSK local/regional stakeholders, to understand business requirements, identify opportunities to create value and to position Procurement’s value proposition.
External supplier relationships
Build strategic relationships with key local suppliers at a senior level and lead processes to ensure value is driven from these relationships. Ensure local considerations are accounted global & regional supplier relationships.
Influence category teams to ensure regional considerations are taken into account in global & regional supplier negotiations and contracts
Manage the supply base for the categories within scope through a robust performance management process. Ensure supplier performance is understood and measured.
Influence key stakeholders and business partners to support strategy development endorse recommend strategies, support execution and agree how benefit delivery will be budgeted
Supply chain & risk management
Transform the supply chain to release value and make GSK more responsive to business and customer needs in close collaboration with Global and Regional category teams – for example in cost control, complexity reduction, simplification, best practise procurement and KPI’s.
Identify and manage significant risks in the local supply chain. Ensure appropriate mitigation plans are in place and in use and that the risks are communicated appropriately within business units impacted, Procurement and the supply base.

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careers.peopleclick.com

November 13, 2024
Senior Frontend Developer

Job description
You will be based in Nairobi as part of our development team. You will lead our efforts in all things frontend on the web. This includes building a top-notch, user-friendly web interface for our platform as well as interactive data visualization dashboards. Ability to iterate fast and a good intuition for UI design and UX practises is very important in this role.
You will be part of an Agile development team applying programming best practices in order to help the team ship world-class products. You will face challenges that will help you grow and improve on the job. In addition, we will free up dedicated “growth” time for you to grow your skill set even more.
As a benefit of our small team, you will also be in close contact with the business side and learn more about our clients’ needs and the African market.

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optimetriks.breezy.hr

November 13, 2024
Finance Officer Mapping And Piloting Of CAAC Accountability Mechanisms

Role Purpose:
As part of RMCPU Finance you will be responsible for providing support in financial management and monthly processes. The position will assist the Finance team in achieving departmental goals by ensuring accurate reporting and compliance with financial controls and standards.
Under the direction of the Head of Support Services, the Finance Officer will work closely with Regional Finance, support services in ensuring that RMCPU finances are well recorded and expensed. The FO will be responsible for supporting the team to adhere to all Finance management obligations internally within Save the Children and externally with donors.
This role will work closely with Head of Programmes and Program Implementation/Program Operations on financial reporting, monitoring and analysis and compliance processes.
Contract Duration: 1 Year
Location: East & Southern Africa Regional Office- Nairobi Kenya
Qualifications
Professional qualification in Business, International Development, Finance/Accounting or similar
Experience
University degree in Business Administration, Finance and/or experience working in a related role
Experience managing grants, contracts & sub agreements with knowledge of major funders’ guidelines (e.g. USAID, ECHO, DFID, CIDA, SIDA etc.)
Relevant experience managing donor funded projects with International NGO’s particularly those addressing human/children’s rights and those applying partnership approaches
Strong analytical skills, computer literacy and excellent documentation skills are a must.
Ability to work well with a team and establish relationships with other teams/offices
Cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
Highly developed interpersonal and English communication skills including influencing and negotiation
Experience working with implementing partners and managing sub awards/grants
Excellent time management and planning capacity

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November 13, 2024
Senior Business Funding Lead

Significant experience of managing a globally dispersed and highly technical team including proven ability to manage competing priorities
Experience of developing funding strategies and delivering income against targets
Proven ability to research new funding opportunities and to make appropriate judgements about their potential to realise significant restricted income
Experience of establishing and cultivating strong donor relationships that have delivered substantially increased income
Proven track record in writing winning donor proposals for donors including USAID, EC, UKAID, SIDA and UN Agencies – including proven ability to develop log frames, monitoring frameworks, and theories of change
Experience of preparing compelling, high quality documentation (concept notes, presentations, proposals, budgets, reports, etc) for different donor and partner audiences
Excellence in working at a senior level in an international organisation and leading and influencing a globally dispersed team; effective development of individuals and teams
Strong interpersonal skills, including written, verbal and presentation skills used in international settings – experience of leading and facilitating workshops and training
Ability to be self-directed and take initiative within organisational mandates – strong administrative and organisational skills
Experience of establishing partnerships between organisations including teaming agreement and consortia bid development including experience of working with the major development contractors
Understanding of commercial contracts
Strong analytical and financial skills
IT skills including fluency in Microsoft Office suite and database usage
Fluency in English (written and spoken).
Ability to travel globally (estimated 15-25% travel required)
Knowledge of the relevant geography, and existing networks/contacts with donors, etc.
Desirable Master’s degree in International Development or a related subject

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al.org

November 13, 2024
Programme Development Manager

Diakonie Emergency Aid Somalia Program (DKH-SOM) is looking for a Programme Development Manager Somalia based in Nairobi, local position

Reporting to the Head of Mission Somalia

Tasks of the position include further development of the humanitarian approach of DKH in Somalia, DKH’s participation in the humanitarian clusters, networking with and capacity building of Somali national partner organizations, methodological approaches of delivery of humanitarian assistance including the use of mobile technology and cash transfers, advocacy for DKH’s strategic goals and communication of achievements, and involvement in proposal writing.

This position is limited to 1 year depending on the availability of funding.
DKH is an equal opportunity employer.
Female and disabled candidates will be preferred under the condition of equal qualifications and skills for this position.

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recruitment.som@diakonie-katastrophenhilfe.org

November 13, 2024
Human Resource Intern

Requirements
A successful intern has a desire to gain professional experience and is incredibly eager to learn.
Strong listening skills are also required to perform this role.
Oral and written communication skills, the ability to follow directions, as well as not being afraid to ask questions will ensure a productive internship.
An excellent Excel Spreadsheet skill is essential.
Very articulate with fluent English.
Patient, attention to detail, fast learner, committed, able to follow instructions, can work quickly and accurately under pressure.
Keen to learn about the markets and also with a high attention to detail and pride in their work at this initial stage of their career development

If you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualifications and experience please address your application and curriculum vitae to jobs@jobsikaz.comOnly shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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jobs@jobsikaz.com

November 13, 2024
Superintendent Senior Supreintendent Enforcement & Security Senior Assistant County Head of Security and Enforcement Deputy County Head of Security & Enforcement County Head of Security and Enforcement Sub-County Administrator Driver Administrative Assistant

Superintendent Job Responsibilities
An officer at this level will normally be deployed in the field as a Commanding Officer of a Sub County or County Referral Hospital or a Sub County Commander and ensure proper administration of his area of jurisdiction
For direct appointment one should have attended Inspector Cadet Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks
Handle enquiries in respect of all complaints against all officers under him/her
Ensure cooperation with representatives of all government agencies
Perform any other lawful duties as may be assigned
Qualifications for the Superintendent Job
Be a Kenyan citizen
Thorough knowledge of County enforcement and governance laws and other allied legislation;
Attended Middle Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution
Demonstrated high integrity, good communication skills, interpersonal relationships and be a team player
Shown merit and outstanding ability as reflected in work performance
Demonstrated high degree of ability and professional competence
Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 on leadership and integrity.
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All applications together with copies of detailed curriculum vitae, Academic and Professional certificates, testimonials and references, National Identity Card or Passport and clearance certificates should be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked on the left side the position you are applying.Important information to all CandidatesOnly shortlisted candidates will be contacted Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce their Originals of National Identity Cards, Certificates, Testimonials and CHAPTER SIX requirement during interview.All applications should reach the undersigned on or before 13TH OCTOBER, 2017 to: THE SECRETARY/CEO, BUSIA COUNTY PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD, P. O. BOX PRIVATE BAG, 50400, BUSIA (K)Hand delivered applications should be brought at the reception, Ground Floor Port Victoria Plaza (County Government Offices Annex 1) between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm on weekdays.

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November 13, 2024
Direct Sales Agents (Group Lending) Wealth Creation Officers (Individual Lending) Wealth Creation Officers Interns

In order to strengthen our sales team and in line with the Business Strategy, we are looking for qualified and trainable candidates to fill the position of Direct Sales Agent (s) at our various Branches both within Nairobi and outside Nairobi.
Reporting to the Relationship Officer. The position holder’s key role is acquisition of new business at the same time ensuring quality customer service.
Direct Sales Agents Job Responsibilities
Deliver set Sales Targets in Loan disbursements and Quality Loan Book.
Provide Excellent Customer service at all times.
Actively participate in marketing campaigns to ensure clients are well informed of the product portfolio.
Seek customer feedback on products and services offered by the organization.
Provide daily Sales Reports.
Qualifications for the Direct Sales Agents Job
Minimum of a Diploma preferably in Sales & Marketing. A Degree is an added advantage.
Previous experience in direct sales within banking, MFI, Insurance and related industries will be a definite advantage.
Certificate of Good Conduct
Computer literate and proficient
Competencies and personal attributes:
High levels of Integrity and Professionalism.
Self-driven, passionate about sales and proven performance track record.
Good communication and customer relationship skills.
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A competitive commission package will be paid to the successful candidates subject to their individual performance. This is a one year fixed term contract.At the end of the contract period and subject to individual’s performance and personal initiative to learn, Musoni might absorb the recommended candidates to other roles.Interested candidates should send their CVs and cover letter to careers@musoni.co.ke with the job title e.g. “Direct Sales Agent” on the subject line.Your cover letter should explain what you believe you can offer Musoni, as well as current and expected remuneration and benefits. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.Musoni Kenya is an equal opportunity employer.

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careers@musoni.co.ke

November 13, 2024