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Supply Chain Operations Associate/Manager

Job Description
We’re looking for one key person to be the central hub interfacing between purchasers, field units, logistics teams, finance, and accounting. This person will start by developing a team of 2 direct reports and will be the lead coordinator for a couple dozen people across the organization. In this role, you’ll be asked to drive supply chain efficiency, eliminate waste across the value chain, and reduce supply risk across 8 countries by setting a high bar for forecast accuracy, data integrity, and effective communication. We’ll be asking you to play a key role optimizing $40M in annual spend while preparing our operations for scale to ultimately deliver high quality live improving goods at the feet of the 500,000 smallholder farmers we serve.
Responsibilities of the Supply Chain Operations Associate role will be:
Be the key coordinator between procurement staff and over 2 dozen internal customers across 6 core countries and 2 pilot programs.
Collaborate with country leadership and logistics teams to maximize end-to-end supply chain efficiency, eliminate waste from the value chain, and save costs.
Leverage forecasting and inventory planning tools to generate and maintain 12-month rolling demand forecast and purchasing plan with target seasonal stock levels and payment timing.
Join forces with the Financial Advisory team to implement an effective pricing model across country programs.
Generate guidelines for clients to manage order and forecast process as well as how to handle excess inventory and stock outs.
Develop sophisticated data analyses to drive order forecasting and pricing decisions, improve supply chain efficiency, and drive operational scalability.
Extract and analyze system data using SAP Business One, Power BI, and excel to identify and recommend improvements to supply chain metrics and performance standards.
Use data analytics to drive on-time deliveries and deliver world class customer service to our clients.
Set the standard for high quality inventory data management across the organization.
Develop organizational Key Performance Indicators and targets for data management, forecasting, and order timeliness.
Aggregate and report on supply chain KPIs quarterly to organizational leadership.
Use reporting tools to drive behavior change within supply chain and across the organization with monthly purchasing, inventory movement, and forecast accuracy reports.
Mentor supply chain staff to build leadership and project management skills.
Set ambitious goals for your direct reports and support their achievements.
Identifying strong talent pools for recruiting high quality supply chain staff.
Become familiar with One Acre Fund teams and structures to ensure your team is effectively supporting their internal clients including Finance and Logistics.
Build outstanding communication channels to deliver overall process transparency to your internal clients.
Career Growth and Development
Qualifications
We are seeking exceptional professionals with experience in and a passion for procurement and supply chain. Experience in an entrepreneurial environment is a plus.
Candidates that meet the following criteria are strongly encouraged to apply:
Work experience in a demanding professional environment, preferably in positions where frequent cross-department communication was required.
Experience in procurement, logistics, or supply chain management preferred.
Knowledge of SAP or other ERP reporting skills strongly preferred.
Proficiency in Excel and other software packages required.
Creativity and strong problem solving skills. You don’t take no for an answer and constantly look for alternative solutions to problems.
A passion for world class customer service.
Strong quantitative reasoning and critical thinking skills.
Outstanding communication skills with direct reports, peers and management.
Experience working internationally preferred.
Leadership experience at work or outside of work.
Ability to work and make decisions independently.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Top-performing academic background.
Language: English required, French and Swahili preferred.

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November 13, 2024
Customer Success Coordinator Finance Leader

Acting as a critical point of contact for prospective Nova Pioneer families, the Customer Success Coordinator connects with leads to transform their interest into an application, coordinating support to maximize the likelihood of conversion.
The CSC guarantees that the highest standards of customer care are met, ensuring tight turnaround times for all calls and emails, providing regular updates to the team on our performance.
As part of the Marketing team, the CSC shares our common goals of building the brand by delivering unparalleled customer service by answering questions, sharing materials, following up with phone calls, and satisfying requests and queries of interested future Novaneers.
Job Responsibilities
Provides efficient customer service by promptly and courteously responding to all inbound inquiries via email and phone using our CRM platform
Processes call/ email transactions accurately and within established time standards. Manages and utilizes time effectively to ensure the required service levels for call capture and service handle time as well as quality and customer satisfaction standards are met.
Accelerates adoption of new solutions by helping prioritize projects and support activities that deliver the best ROI
Collaborates with Marketing team to ensure that transitions are seamless and that any unmet customer needs that require a teammates support are being managed
Creates and coordinates account documentation including reports, assessments and recommendations
Efficiently utilizes on-line reference materials to provide accurate and timely information and counsel to customers.
Develops and continuously builds product, procedural and technical systems knowledge.
Qualifications
You have strong relational skills and are passionate about engaging your customers
You have a ‘customer first’ mentality, and are a natural problem-solver who enjoys connecting with people and treats each individual with empathy and respect
You are obsessed with detail and meticulously check all work before delivering
You are excited about working in a startup, and are comfortable working in a fast-paced team
Skills & Experience Required
You display excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, and the capacity to multi-task
Proficiency in Microsoft suite is required, comfort using digital platforms including Salesforce and Zendesk is preferred
Must be able to type a minimum of 25 WPM.
Must demonstrate strong written skills, including flawless grammar and a friendly, on-brand writing style
Direct Customer Service experience preferred.
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November 13, 2024
Consultancy: Baseline study for the “Enhancing crop yields and profitability in Kenya through biological plant protection” project

Background Information
Beginning in the latter part of 2017, CARE and partners will be implementing the “Enhancing crop yields and profitability in Kenya through biological plant protection” project in Kenya granted via the Danida Market Development Partnerships (DMDP) modality. Consequently, CARE seeks to procure the services of an independent team of external consultants to design, plan and conduct a rigorous baseline study. The study methodology should be replicable to use for the mid-term and final evaluation of the project. The baseline should take place as soon as possible in order to be aligned with project initiation.
Please read more about the position here: www.care.dk/jobs-eng/

Expression of interest outlining how the consultant(s) meets the selection criteria and their understanding of the ToR.CARE will take references immediately after the deadline and revert to the selected team shortly thereafter. The contract should be signed latest by November 2017 and the work should start immediately thereafter. The consultancy should by finalised by January 2018.The EoI shall be sent to mildvedsen@care.dk as well as to bids@care.or.ke with “DANIDA Market Development Partnerships Project-Nemix C Baseline Study” as the email subject. Any questions to the study should be directed at Programme Coordinator, Marie Ildvedsen, at mildvedsen@care.dk.

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November 13, 2024
Procurement Manager

Job Description
Pevans East Africa Limited is looking for a Procurement Manager. The Manager will be in charge of the smooth implementation of the whole procurement process of goods and services ensuring best value for money for the company, oversee the whole supply chain from internal purchase requisition to final payment to suppliers, negotiate contracts, oversee internal logistics and shipping of goods, manage supplier relationship among other key responsibilities.
Job Responsibilities
Ensure the implementation of the set company’s procurement policy and procedure and recommend any policy improvements to senior management.
Oversee the efficient implementation of operations in the procurement department (local and international purchases) supervising, supporting and providing advice to the Procurement team.
Receive and verify all internal requisitions, seek quotations and conduct a comparative analysis of vendor/supplier prices and delivery/payment terms (directly and through Procurement team).
Promote an ethos of value for money across the company.
Provide leadership, guidance, oversight and training on the Procurement and Inventory component of the company’s ERP software.
Build long term and strong relationships with key suppliers and stakeholders
Oversee correct handling/ out handling, storage and inventory procedures.
Ensures correct and timely payment for services
Be responsible to maintain and update a data base of prequalified suppliers
Work closely with the logistical team to successfully manage local and international transport/shipping of goods.
Ensure a smooth relationship with various departments (Marketing, IT, HR, Admin, Security, Legal etc) and provide any support in terms on cost estimates for budget purposes as required.
Work closely with various Departments to determine their procurement needs as required.
In liaison with the legal department, prepare procurement contracts and put in place plans to monitor, review and report contract performance.
Comply with applicable rules, standards and legislations and constantly update knowledge on the same.
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Economics or related studies.
Post graduate qualification in supplies and purchase management
Member of KISM is a bonus
At least 8 years working experience in management and a similar role with demonstrated excellent performance
Knowledge of local laws governing procurement
Customer focused.
Computer literate with ERP knowledge
Supervisory experience
Personal Attributes
Highly flexible
Team player
Honesty and Integrity
Accuracy and attention to details
High level of courtesy, listening and communication skills (oral and written)
Strong analytical skills

Applicants should send their CV and application letter to hr@sportpesa.com before 27th October, 2017. Please indicate the position title on the subject line

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November 13, 2024
Programme Development, Quality and Advocacy Director Cash Transfer and FSL Program Manager

Role Purpose:
The role holder as a member of the Senior Management Team (SMT) in Sudan, the Director of Program Development Quality and Advocacy (PDQ) shares in the overall responsibility for the direction and coordination of the Sudan Country Office and country programmes. S/he champions a team culture of learning and continuous improvement and is responsible for overseeing development of high quality, innovative programme strategies and advocacy initiatives to deliver immediate and lasting change for children ensuring quality in all aspects of both process and output. S/he manages a team of technical experts whose primary focus would be on projects’ design and development funding, monitoring, evaluation and learning. S/he ensures that global and in-country advocacy work is in accordance with approved guidelines and supervises all media and communications of the country office in coordination with the region and Centre. S/he develops gainful and strengthens networks as well as represents the country office appropriately.
Contract Duration: 2 years
Location: Khartoum, Sudan
Qualifications and Experience
Master’s degree in Social Sciences, in an area of social development
Minimum of 7 years’ experience in an NGO environment, including experience directing and implementing programs for children in both emergency and development contexts
Experience in more than one of the Save the Children priority sectors: education; child protection; child rights governance; health and nutrition; food security and livelihoods; emergencies.
Demonstrated leadership and management skills in a complex international setting
Significant experience leading strategic planning and in programme design and proposal development
Ability to effectively establish a learning culture within an organisation
Experience in successfully establishing and managing collaborative relationships and partnerships with donors and government counterparts.
Strong representation and influencing skills
Experience of management of diverse workforce including effective performance management and utilisation of capacity building, coaching, and mentoring skills
Demonstrated use of positive coping strategies in stressful environments
Commitment to and understanding of Save the Children’s aims, values and principles including rights-based approaches
Fluency in written and spoken English
Strong understanding of different methodologies of monitoring and evaluation and operational research and experience in developing integrated MEAL systems

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November 13, 2024
Warehouse Officer Truck/Bus Drivers

Job Description
We are recruiting a Warehouse Officer for our AAH Kenya operations.
Job summary: The Warehouse Officer will direct all aspects of procurement management functions including implementing purchase plan. S/he will also be responsible for managing the Warehouse Staff and facilities and ensuring that safety is always observed and warehouse well secured. S/he will check and inspect all goods received/issued for quality and specification as per bill of loading/packing list/waybills/invoice/store requisition and ensure proper recording.
Expected Results
Performance of Warehouse Staff is to the expected AAHI standards and security of the facilities is secure and safe.
All goods received/issued are checked for quantity and specification as per bill of loading/packing list/waybills/invoice/stores requisition and are properly recorded.
Regular Inventory conducted to ascertain the correctness of stock with records at any point in time and for damages where needed.
Award and manage the contract during the post-award period by monitoring completion timelines and approved contracted budget, ensuring key performance indicators are documented and tracked.
Prepare medium complex Procurement Plans and propose a Procurement Strategy and issue tenders and contracts for goods, equipment and services.
Lead the procurement committee members and ensure that different options and outcomes are considered.
Keep abreast of best practices and makes recommendations for continuous process and policy improvements.
Deadline to be received 26th October, 2017.
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Interested candidates should email application letters and CVs (with 3 referees) addressed to recruitke@actionafricahelp.org The email Subject Line must show the job title of the position applied for. AAH-I is an equal-opportunity employer. We thank candidates for their high interest in the opportunities we publish on our website. Due to the high number of applications we receive, we will only get back to shortlisted candidates. AAH-I does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process nor does it use recruitment agents.

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November 13, 2024
General Manager (m/f) – Representative Office Kenya

Job description
Position
Leading a small team, the position encompasses the complete sales, business development, marketing and distributor management for the region, which includes:
Strategic dealer development based on a sound market analysis and regular controlling of sales figures, margins and results;
Increasing growth and brand awareness by initiating campaigns and marketing activities and by providing product trainings to dealers and clients;
Expanding both the dealer network and direct distribution channels in the area of “professional” and “home & garden” products;
Feeding sales results and product experiences of the East African market back to headquarters.
Your qualification
A relevant university degree with solid experience in sales and business development for an international brand;
Ideally a background both in B2B and B2C sales management of commercial durable / semi durable products (like power tools, building material, outdoor and gardening devices, kitchen ware, consumer electronics, etc.);
High communicative and analytical skills, contributing to successful and sustainable relationships with colleagues, dealers and end customers alike;
Fluency in English, with good knowledge of Kiswahili being an additional asset.

Applicants should please send CV and a cover letter with reference number LinkB2022 to candidates@interpool-hr.com at the international consultancy interpool based in Germany. If you have any questions, please contact Ms Gabriela Nangia or Ms Talea Schütte at +49 – 30 – 40 50 416 15.

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November 13, 2024
EADD II-Monitoring, Learning and Evaluation Manager

Job description
Heifer International is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identify, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

FUNCTION

EADD II is an ambitious five-year program designed to transform the lives of resource poor farming families through a competitive and inclusive dairy value chain in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania. Under the EADD Regional Operations Director, the Manager for Monitoring, Learning and Evaluation (MLE) will provide the overall leadership of the MLE function across all the project’s sites and, as such, work in close collaboration with respective country MLE leads and East Africa Dairy Development (EADD) consortium partners to strengthen the capacity of country offices on MLE function. To this end, he/she will provide technical assistance, advice and training on key aspects of MLE to shape the overall EADD’s regional framework and ensure that key outcomes are achieved.

Essential Character Traits

Enthusiasm, orderliness, compliance, creativity, determination, diligence, self-starter, critical thinker, curious.

Responsibilities & Deliverables

(including approximate percentage effort)

Strategic MLE Implementation (50%)

Provide technical guidance and support in the implementation of the overall monitoring, learning, and evaluation framework in line with EADD’s regional framework and ensure that key outcomes are achieved.
Drive the monitoring and evaluation of the MLE framework and specific initiatives across the East Africa countries.
Provide overall leadership in documenting key outcomes, lessons learned and impact on key innovations embedded within the project on a continuous basis.
Provide technical leadership on strategies to improve efficiency and effectiveness of the project by identifying bottlenecks and develop action plans to minimize project holdups.
Develop knowledge management; identify lessons learned, successful innovations, and other information valuable to share with partners and key stakeholders.
Design and put into use MLE tools
Recommend steps for strategic adjustments and provide follow up on implementation.
Supervise and manage all evaluations and operational research for the project including baseline, midterm and end-line assessments.
Analyze and discuss emerging issues identified from progress and evaluation reports and coordinate the development and monitoring of action plans recommended to the relevant program manager and partners for timely corrective measures.
Capacity Development (35%)

Lead and collaborate in the development of people and management strategies to strengthen MLE effectiveness across the EADD program to meet the requirements of an increasingly competitive environment.
Supervision of the Monitoring, Learning & Evaluation Officer, providing mentoring and coaching on approaches and technical methodologies
Promote a results-based approach to Monitoring, Learning and Evaluation emphasizing on data quality, results, and impacts.
Contribute in the recruitment, training and supervision of external parties that are contracted to implement special surveys and studies required for evaluating project effects and impacts.
Build staff and partners’ capacities on MLE through facilitation of trainings, collaboration, and development of MLE tools.
Foster quality participatory monitoring by training and involving primary stakeholder groups in the M&E of activities.
Continuously seek to expand knowledge, skills and competencies.
Reports and Database management (15%)
Provide overall leadership in developing and maintaining a project management information system/platform that captures real-time data.
Preparation and consolidation of mid-term, annual and end-term reports.
Coordinate annual project reviews and planning workshops and assist the Regional Operations Director in preparing relevant reports.
Provide country based MLE personnel with key tools and support them in their use.
Required Skills

May Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Most Critical Proficiencies
Demonstrated experience in data analysis, ability to prepare and systemically disseminate high-level quality reports for a variety of audiences.
Skilled with incorporating innovative solutions in complex MLE systems with focus on agriculture/dairy value chains.
Excellent management, communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong staff training skills.
Demonstrated capacity to create and/or maintain systems and procedures for managing complex programs with many implementation sites, partners, and beneficiaries.
A good understanding and sensitivity to issues associated with poverty, hunger and environment, and knowledge of the context to which non-profit organizations operate.
Ability to promote the vision and strategic goals of EADD.
Computer proficient in word processing, spreadsheets, presentation tools, electronic mail and Internet software (Microsoft Office preferred), including Excel, Access and SPSS.
Skilled with managing complex IT based data collection systems.
Strong organizational skills.
Skilled at strategic thinking and anticipating future developments and trends to incorporate them into organizational plans.
Demonstrated proficiency in English, oral and written, with knowledge of Kiswahili.
Essential Job Functions And Physical Demands
Preparing and presenting documents in a well-designed and attractive format with superior attention to detail.
Ability to lead teams effectively and exhibit strong conflict resolution skills.
Proven team and customer care skills with the ability to train and work cooperatively with a diverse staff, including field staff in several locations.
Excellent time management skills, high self- motivation and ability to work under pressure on multiple tasks, demands and deadlines with a positive and constructive attitude.
Constant face-to-face, telephone and electronic communication with colleagues both within and outside of Kenya.
May require constant sitting and moving; working at a computer for extended periods.
Working with sensitive information and maintaining confidentiality.
Performing multiple tasks with minimal supervision.
Willingness to work with a flexible schedule.
Willingness to travel both locally and internationally
Required ExperienceMinimum Requirements:
Master’s degree or equivalent in international development, quantitative economics, business and or statistics or an equivalent with an academic focus on monitoring and evaluation, plus seven (7) years of direct relevant experience in MLE.
A solid background in MLE experience, ideally gained in working in the development context.
Preferred Requirements
Demonstrated experience in coordinating and working with international donors and grantees on MLE systems.
Experience in supporting and monitoring field based programs in the region.
Experience in managing databases and coordinating evaluations, surveys and impact monitoring at a senior level.

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November 13, 2024
Verification Officer Driver

Verifying all the branch orders in an efficient and timely manner and cross checking the accuracy of the marshalled orders before dispatch
Job Responsibilities
Verification of the branch orders that have been picked and marshalled from Butchery, Bakery, Roastery and Central Stores against the provided documentation
Dispatching of the verified orders to the branches in an orderly and timely manner to ensure no delays
Documenting any variations that are observed during the verification process for appropriate corrective actions
Maintaining all the appropriate and accurate records that show a trail of all the dispatches for traceability
Communicating to the branches any material information on dispatch that may affect timely receipt of orders
Prepare daily, weekly and monthly reports
Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor
Requirements
Post-secondary certification in Business/Technical related fields.
Minimum grade of C (plain) at KCSE Level
Not less than 2 years working experience in a similar position, or in stores management
Computer literate with strong skills in Microsoft Excel, and Word.
Work accurately with speed to execute the assigned tasks
Effective communication skills
Good numerical skills
Possess supervisory skills
Abilities:
Must have very high ethical and integrity standards
Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision
Should be able to stand for several hours at a day and lift materials
Able to work under pressure or a stressful environment.
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November 13, 2024
Arduino Instructor

Job Description
Details: Candidates must have mid-level to expert knowledge in micro-controller boards and an ability to show his/her competency in a technical skills interview. Additionally and key to this role, the candidate chosen should demonstrate an enthusiasm towards educating youth to be critical thinkers and inventors.
The candidate should have proficiency with advanced skills of micro-controller programming such as Arduino, and knowledge, understanding and work experience of electrical electronics. Being skilled at various electronic parts and electronic circuits is also required.
Our instructor will be responsible for preparing lessons and guiding students through a project-based curriculum to design and implement electronic objects.
Excellent organizational and planning abilities are needed to study and deliver resource materials in teaching. The candidate should exhibit strong customer service coordination with head office and management.
This teacher will collaborate with the Tinker Education and EMCAST team to and report to the managers as we focus on delivery of an exceptional IOT program. As part of a start-up, please note, our work environment is cooperative, flexible, fast-paced, and deadline driven.
Job Requirements
Advanced skills of micro-controller programming such as Arduino
Experience with Arduino Uno, Mega and Nano
Knowledge, understanding and work experience of electrical electronics
Be skillful at various electronic parts and electronic circuits
Be able to conduct projects using bluetooth and wiFi
Equipped with teaching skills or experience
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
Great attention to detail.
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem solving skills; ability to work across boundaries.
Ability to build rapport and trust with internal stakeholders. Honesty is integral to our business practice! Must possess a high level of integrity.
Responsibilities Prepare lessons with a focus on circuits, electricity, maintenance and hands-on activities.
Correspond with management concerning the materials/devices/kits required.
Set up each class and guide students in their assignments and projects.
Draft, demo and execute a lesson with the aid of teaching resources and self-study.
Utilize the Tinker Education Learning Sequence and encourage collaboration amongst students.
Review and assess students understanding of electricity and circuits
Guide students to maintain equipment and ensure safety
Ensure that all lessons and student report deadlines (internal and external) are met.
Facilitate and actively participate in strategy sessions with the Tinker Education team.
Effectively communicate with the team (and clients) with respect to content delivery, progress reports and student participation.
Answer inquiries from internal business partners using your local knowledge of Kenya.
Promote efficiency, consistency, and professionalism.
Assist with miscellaneous projects as needed, such as administrative support and training.

Applicants should send CV and cover letter to neene@tinkeredu.net outlining your interest and suitability for this position. Deadline for applications 31st October 2017.

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November 13, 2024