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Statistical Programmer

About the Position
PHASTAR work within the pharmaceutical industry and use SAS (www.sas.com) as a programming language on a daily basis. We are looking for individuals to train as statistical programmers.
You will receive thorough classroom based training for a number of weeks and then dedicated mentoring to help you become a proficient SAS programmer. After training, you will begin to work on our projects with our clients and begin to make a difference in the development of drugs within the pharmaceutical industry. After the classroom training, you will then get involved in the analysis of a simulated clinical trial.
By the end of the training you will be able to:
Have an understanding of the process of collecting and analysing data from clinical trials
Analyse and report data from clinical trials
Gained expertise as a SAS programmer
Produce tables, figures and listings that would become part of a clinical report
Manipulate data using dataset programming
Understand industry standards (e.g. CDISC standards – SDTM and ADaM)
After the initial few months of training, you will then be assigned to a client project, working on clinical trials in the development of new medicines. We have a large variety of projects, covering various disease areas and phases of drug development.
Candidate Requirement
Educated to degree level within a computing, science or mathematical subject
Exceptional and highly motivated candidates with equivalent or lower qualifications with experience in computing, science or mathematics above will also be considered
Experience working in a computer programming environment is desired
Genuine interest in data analysis and computer programming and working within the pharmaceutical industry
Excellent written and verbal communication (in English)
A clear thinker with a logical approach
Hard-working with a positive attitude
Aptitude for learning and developing your skill set
Ability to work in the Kenya on a full time basis without any restrictions
The role is office based in Nairobi
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November 13, 2024
H.R & Business Development Officer Finance Intern

Key Responsibilities
Conducts recruitment effort for all staff both consultants and permanent staff; writes and places advertisements; works with supervisors to screen and interview candidates; conducts reference checking; extends job offers; conducts new-employee orientations; monitors career-path program and employee relations counseling; conducts exit interviews.
Develops and administers various human resources plan and procedures for all company personnel.
Plans, organizes and controls all activities of the department. Participates in developing department goals, objectives and systems.
Implements and annually updates the compensation program; rewrites job descriptions as necessary; conducts annual salary surveys and develops merit pool (salary budget); analyzes compensation; monitors the performance evaluation program and revises as necessary.
Develops, recommends and implements personnel policies and procedures; prepares and maintains handbook on policies and procedures; annual re-evaluation of policies for cost-effectiveness, information activities program and cash flow.
Develops and maintains affirmative action program; maintains other records,
Establishes and maintains department records and reports. Participates in administrative staff meetings and attends other meetings, such as seminars. Maintains organizational charts and employee directory.
Evaluates reports, decisions and results of department initiatives in relation to established goals. Recommends new approaches, policies and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of department and services performed.
Ensures compliance with all state and local employment laws.
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Administration Management
· Ensure all administrative systems and processes are highly reliable, and planned proactively to ensure efficient and effective delivery
· Communicate and ensure compliance and consistency with office practices and policies
· Keep informed and up to date regarding industry standards and best practices
Business Advisory
· Raise the company profile and activities to existing clients and prospects
· Work with the business development team in preparing of proposal documents to ensure timely submission.
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November 13, 2024
Nutrition Assistant

The Nutrition Assistant (NA) will coordinate the implementation of the High Impact Nutrition interventions under the OFDA funded project in the assigned region/ health facility in close collaboration with the On Job Training teams, other technical team from the Ministry of Health and other agencies. The NA’s major responsibility is to provide technical support to the health facility staffs and community health workers in implementation these activities in the larger Marsabit County. He/ She should be conversant with the design, implementation strategy and monitoring of the project
Nutrition Assistant Job Responsibilities
Under the overall guidance of senior program team comprising of the Nutrition Technical Advisor, Area
Supervisor and the Project Coordinator, the Nutrition Assistant will carry out the following responsibilities:
Prepare work plan including all key activities of high impact nutrition activities for the SC/health facility in consultation with key partners namely MOH/DNO/NSO.
Develop key messages in nutrition to the targeted beneficiaries, and ensure it is delivered appropriately.
Conduct on-job trainings to the facility health workers and community health workers at their respective place of work.
Implement the high nutrition impact interventions packages in totality and in a professional manner at the health facility and community level for that facility.
Ensure formation of mother to mother support groups, their functionality and linkage to the health facility.
Work closely with other agencies with nutrition programs in facility and maintain relationships within FH/K.
Ensure children under five years, pregnant and lactating mothers are screened on monthly basis and those malnourished referred for proper management.
Support the health facilities in carrying out outreaches
Monitor supplies stock levels and report to the supervisor for timely replenishment.
Organize and deliver supplies to the health facilities based on the stock levels.
Monitor the implementation of the activities and prepare regular progress reports, and other reporting.
Qualifications for the Nutrition Assistant Job
Vibrant personal relationship with Jesus Christ
Excellent inter personal relationship
Excellent communications skills – both oral and written
Highly motivated, self starter able to work on own initiative in difficult conditions
Proficiency in computer skills is a must
Basic knowledge of computer programming will be an added advantage
Attention to details and high level of accuracy
Minimum Diploma holder in Nutrition Dietetics or related qualifications plus 2 years working experience working in an
NGO set up. Bachelors’ degree in relevant field will be an added advantage.
Proficiency in spoken and written English and Kiswahili.

Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications (clearly indicating their current or expected salary), updated CV with three referees, day telephone contacts to: Human Resource Manager Email address: hr-fhkenya@fh.org latest by 25th September 2017. NB: This is an urgent position and shortlisting will be done as application

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November 13, 2024
Assistant Category Manager

Assistant Category Manager Job Responsibilities:
Purchase goods, materials, components or services in line with specified cost, quality and delivery targets
Support the purchasing function and other relevant departments and communicate any supply problems which may impact on business operations
Act as an interface between suppliers and other relevant departments on purchasing processes and new projects and activities
Monitor and advise on any issues which present risk or opportunity to the organization
Monitor market trends, competitor strategies and market suppliers
Provide analysis on costs, new and existing and review cost reduction activities
Prepare reports and updates as and when required
Work closely with others in the procurement function and review opportunities for continuous improvement and business improvements
Adhere to any health, safety and environmental policies and procedures to ensure the safety and wellbeing of self, staff and visitors
Negotiate contracts, improve prices and terms of business with suppliers and review opportunities to make business savings utilising negotiation and procurement best practice tools and methods
Prepare and raise purchase orders and order schedules
Build, maintain and manage supplier relationships and keep up good communications
Ensure that a professional and consistent approach is taken in relation to all supplier relationships
Ensure compliance to company guidelines, purchasing policies and procedures during supplier negotiations and contracts award process.
Conduct research for new components and suppliers
Compile data relating to supplier performance to enable evaluation
Assess and evaluate suppliers and contribute to performance reviews to ensure contract compliance
Contact suppliers to resolve price, quality, delivery or invoice issues
Qualifications for the Assistant Category Manager
Bachelor’s degree in business, retailing, management, sales, or marketing is required.
Strong background with merchandising and vendor relationship;
Experience in product purchasing, financial analysis, and inventory control
Expertise with the sales and marketing of specific products within the merchandise category
Good command of written and spoken English
Strong problem-solving skills and able to work in a fast-paced environment under pressure
Team player with strong communication skills
Exceptional organization and attention to detail
Strong mathematical, Analytical and retail management skills
Strong Reporting skills
Deadline-oriented, Good time management skills
Previous experience as an assistant category/buyer manager ideally for a retail organization for at least 3 years.
The ability to analyze and form accurate conclusions to support category decisions based on key data is essential
A thorough understanding of retail insights
Strong people management skills
Ability to manage and persuade at all levels of the company
Previous experience and knowledge of a retail environment.
Being good with numbers is essential

Interested candidates should send their CV to recruitment@col.co.ke Note: Include your current and expected remuneration on the cover letter/CV.

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November 13, 2024
Consultant, Home Based Evaluation of the Global Water Operators’ Partnerships Alliance (GWOPA)

Purpose and Objectives
The evaluation has performance, learning, and accountability and policy issues. The aim is to determine the relevance and fulfillment of objectives, efficiency, effectiveness, sustainability and impact outlook. This evaluation should provide information that is credible and useful enabling the incorporation of lessons learnt into the decision-making processes of both implementers and donors. There are two primary audiences for this evaluation. First the fund manager, Hivos and the grant funders of MAVC and secondly, UN-Habitat Management.
The objectives of the evaluation are to determine the relevance, effectiveness and sustainability of the contract agreement as a whole, in relation to achievement of the expected results and to review the efficiency with which the delivery of programme activities and outputs were implemented.
Specifically the evaluation will:
Assess the processes of project design, planning, implementation, delivery of the project.
Assess what process was made toward achievement of what was planned.
Review the benefits, examining the results chain, outcomes and results achieved to beneficiaries of the project
Identify lessons and provide forward looking recommendations.
Scope and FocusThe duration of the consultancy is one month and the evaluation will be conducted in the month of October 2017. The consultant will be required to:
Review the partner contract documents, agreements, progress and narrative and finance reports;
Preparation of a detailed evaluation matrix;
Preparation of detailed methodology, data collection tools;
Review of effectiveness, efficiency, impact outlook, relevance and sustainability of the Innovate Counties Challenge;
Identification of the areas where the project has made progress in terms of intended effects and has realized tangible results
Approach and Methodology
The evaluation will be structured in three consecutive phases: an inception phase, data collection and report writing phase. A variety of evaluation methods will be applied including but not limited to:
Using a Results Based Framework;
Desk review of relevant documents;
Interviews with various stakeholders, including relevant UN-Habitat staff, HIVOS management and other relevant key stakeholders;
Surveys to beneficiaries and key partners;
Analysis and synthesis of information should be presented logically to give an overall assessment of progress and effects of the project. **
RESPONSIBILITIES
The consultant(s) will be responsible for conducting the evaluation based on these TOR and applying UNEG norms and Standards. He/she has overall responsibility for producing the evaluation deliverables according to the quality standards of UN-Habitat for evaluation reports.
Deliverables expected are:
Inception Report with Evaluation Work plan;
Evaluation Reports Drafts;
Final Evaluation Report
COMPETENCIESCommunication – Speaks and writes clearly and effectively and exhibits interest in having two-way communication.Client Orientation – Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view. Keeps client informed of progress or setbacks in projects evaluation and meets timeline for delivery of products to client.Creativity – Offers different options to approaches and methods of evaluation to meet client needs; and promotes and persuades others to consider new ideas.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
University degree in IT, International Relations, social development or related fields. **
Work Experience
Experience in project evaluation is required and IT skills are required.
Proven competency in quantitative and qualitative research methods, particularly self-administered surveys, document analysis, and informal and semi-structured interviews are required **
Language
Fluency as well as excellent writing skills in English is required. **
REMUNERATION
Payments will be based on deliverables over the consultancy period. There are set remuneration rates for consultancies. The rate is determined by functions performed and experience of the consultant. The fees will be paid as per agreement.
Applications should include:• Cover memo (maximum 1 page)• CV and Filled P-11 indicating the following information:
Educational Background (incl. dates)
Professional Experience (assignments, tasks, achievements, duration by years / months)
Other Relevant Experience and Expertise (e.g. Internships/ voluntary work, etc.)
Expectations regarding remuneration
Provide three referees
Please also be advised that since April 15th 2010, applicants for consultancies must be part of the UN-HABITAT e-Roster in order for their application to be considered. You can reach the e-Roster through the following link: http://e-roster.unhabitat.org
All applications should be submitted to:
Ms.Anne IdukittaUN-HABITATP.O.Box 30030, 00100 Nairobi, KenyaEmail: Anne.Idukitta@unhabitat.org
Deadline for applications: 28 September 2017
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November 13, 2024
Graphic Designer Fundraising Manager Graduate Sales Intern Senior Sales Executive

Duties for the Graphic Designer Job
Transforming ideas into graphics to pass the desired message.
Create inspiring, innovative adverts and layouts within set timelines.
Creating designs for use in digital marketing platforms and educational platform.
Responsible for the quality of execution and quality of thinking throughout the creative process until final sign off.
Graphic Designer Job Requirements
Diploma/Degree in commercial art, graphic design or visual communication OR equivalent training.experience in graphic design.
Proficient computer skills in Adobe CS Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Bridge, Acrobat, MAC are a must.
Ability to service both web and print content.
A sense of humor and strong work ethical.
Work on educational illustration and content is a plus.
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Send your Cover Letter and detailed CV to apply@jobs.dumaworks.com marking the subject as “3065”, Your Full name & Phone number e.g. 3065 Barack Obama, +2547xxxxxxxx. If you don’t follow these instructions, your application will not go through.Deadline for receiving applications: Monday, 02 October 2017

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November 13, 2024
Internal Audit Intern

Are you a recent graduate looking to work for a top company as an intern as you grow your experience? Cytonn investments is now recruiting internal audit interns.
Internal Audit Internships Responsibilities
Your role will be to assist the audit team in carrying out comprehensive audits in accordance to the annual work plan.
You will also assist in the evaluation of the internal control environment over compliance with Company policies and procedures.
Requirements for the Internal Audit Internships
To qualify you need to possess a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university with a minimum Upper second class honors.
You also require to have a minimum of B+ in KCSE and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

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n.com

November 13, 2024
Procurement & Logistics GM Airport Manager (JKIA) Legal Manager Contracts Legal Counsel Disputes Legal Counsel

REF: MD/GMP&L/SEPT/ 2017
The position holder is responsible for managing and coordinating all aspects of procurement, inventory management and logistics;
He/She ensures value to the Authority by making sure procurement is timely and based on value for money in terms of quality, price and terms from suppliers that are fully compliant to all relevant public procurement regulations and guidelines, the Authority’s procurement policy, as well as consistent good commercial and professional practice.
Employment Terms: ContractReports to: Managing Director/CEO
Procurement & Logistics Manager Job Responsibilities
Engages and contributes to the development and review of the corporate and division strategy, policy and approach within the organization.
Prepares and implements the annual Procurement Plan to ensure that procurements are made in a systematic and structured way.
Develops and ensures implementation of inventory management systems in line with best practice.
Ensures development of reliable suppliers database based on set requirements
Ensures development and implementation of disposal plans to facilitate timely and efficient identification and disposal of redundant assets.
Monitors and evaluates contract management by users and report progress to facilitate timely decision making and timely implementation/completion of projects.
Monitors and coordinates the bidding process and evaluation of the supply chain function in line with Public Procurement Act and Regulations.
Takes Custody of divisional policies and processes and standard operating procedures manuals
Ensures performance measures are designed to evaluate performance against the strategic plan
Ensures maintenance and improvement of KAA Quality Management System (QMS), Safety Management System (SMS), Customer Service Standards and other statutory audits.
Qualifications for the Procurement & Logistics Manager Job
A Bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution of higher learning
Master’s degree Level qualification
Relevant post graduate Diploma qualification
Membership with relevant professional body
Minimum of 12 years relevant working experience with at least 4 years in a senior management /leadership position with hands on experience
Working knowledge of and/or demonstrable ability to quickly absorb and understand global and local regulations pertaining to the aviation industry and operations of State Corporations.
Proficiency in IT with working experience gained in a highly automated ERP environment
Practical working knowledge and competence with Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) system and/or automated procurement system such SAP is mandatory
Experience working with or interacting with a Board
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Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) believes that the advancement and success of any organization is primarily due the strength, quality and efficiency of its Human Resource.The Authority believes in having an engaged, highly motivated and results-oriented workforce in delivering sustainable corporate performance.If you are interested in any of the above positions and you meet the above criteria, please send in your application attaching a full resume/curriculum vitae highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address and names of three (3) professional referees who can speak of their competence, character and integrity in word document (.doc/.docx) to recruitment@kaa.go.ke or in hard copy to;General Manager, Human Resource Development Kenya Airports Authority KAA Head Office, Airport North Road P O Box 19001-00501, Nairobi KenyaPlease indicate the Job Reference on the email Title line or on the Envelope. Your application should reach us on or before 10th October 2017.KAA is an Equal Opportunity EmployerPlease note that canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.In Line with Chapter Six, of the Constitution of Kenya 2010, shortlisted candidates for each position will also be required to;Provide a Certificate of Tax Clearance from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)Present a Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal InvestigationsSubmit a Declaration of Wealth to the relevant AuthoritiesClearance from the Ethics & Ant-Corruption Commission (EACC)A report from an approved Credit Reference Bureau (CRB) Successfully pass Vetting

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November 13, 2024
Partner and Funder Communications Officer

Job description
Twiga is looking to recruit a Communications Officer with exceptional communication and people skills to join its vibrant and passionate team. The Communications Officer will manage external communications to Partners and Funders. He/she will also run internal communications activities.
Twiga is a supplier of Fresh Fruit and Vegetables (FFV) to vendors in urban African markets. They provide their cashless B2B system to serve a distribution network of kiosks, small scale vendors, mama mbogas and more. Twiga’s goal is to make high quality goods easily accessible to vendors at a more reasonable cost.
The main tasks will include:
Writing a range of informative, well-written updates on the company to Funders and other key external partners
Project planning and delivering external communication to Funders, as well as internal communication to members of the Twiga team
Coordinating with management and updating of information on Twiga’s website & handling the company’s social media platforms
Required qualifications:
Experience working with/coordinating with international media
Direct experience in communications with Funders, partners and other key external stakeholders
Ability to work under tight time pressures and produce quality content
An interest in social enterprises and making a difference, and willingness to learn and internalize the Twiga story

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November 13, 2024
Financial Advisors (Sales Agents)

Purpose
Selling Britam products across all lines of business to prospects and providing excellent customer service.
Key Responsibilities
Doing presentations to prospective clients and selling to them suitable insurance products or other products according to their needs.
Meeting sales targets as may be set by the company from time to time.
Ensuring high persistency of payments through follow ups and reminders.
Maintaining close relationships with clients and updating them on the status of their policies, new products and any other information they may require.
Initiating and following through premium collection procedures such as collecting cheques and other payment authority documents.
Dedicated customer service to clients at all times including assisting the client to effect changes on their policies.
Promoting the company brand and making sales during activations and other company events.
Attending branch and unit meetings as may be required by the branch manager or unit manager.
Maintaining regular contact with clients and providing additional insurance policies or other products whenever needed.
Developing and maintaining a wide network of friends, special interest groups and social clubs necessary for forming a base of marketing and referrals.
Learning and using the company software available for financial advisors in generating quotations and customer service.
Delivering of policy documents to clients in good time.
Qualifications
KCSE Mean grade of C- and above or equivalent
University degree/Diploma is an added advantage
Candidate should have a minimum age of 23 years
Demonstrate good written and oral communication skills
Experience in sales is an added advantage
Certificate of proficiency is an added advantage

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careers.britam.com

November 13, 2024