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  • Head of Program Management

    Head of Program Management

    The incumbent will directly support program and project managers to ensure the successful implementation of ILRI Research portfolio. This position combines skills and experience in project and financial management, donor compliance and monitoring for impact to ensure effective project management is applied to all ILRI projects worldwide at all stages of the project lifecycle. The position will utlize and improve on the existing Program Management Framework as the methodology and structure for managing research programs and projects at ILRI and lead institute-wide business process improvements and change management initiatives to enhance program and project management processes. The position will collaborate with Program Leaders, Regional/Country Representatives, and Project Managers to deliver successful, on-time and on-budget, completion of agreed-upon project deliverables for donors and beneficiaries but does not directly manage projects.
    Responsibilities

    Develop and adapt Program Management Framework’s (PMF) structures, processes, materials and tools to promote project management best practices; build the capacity of programmatic staff and community of practice skills
    Liaise with Senior Management on successes, issues and lessons learned from implementation
    Build a community of practice by advocating within ILRI and other CGIAR centres to continuously improve capabilities, tools and professional capacity for program and project management
    Support the Chief Operating Officer, Deputy Director General, Program Leaders and Regional Representatives in the development of Strategies and Operational Plans
    Track project annual budgets and forecasts and propose steps for programmatic course corrections as appropriate
    Develop and strengthen professional working relationships with donors and project partners
    Establish tools and systems to track project donor reports and deliverables
    Contribute to ILRI’s resource mobilisation process in conjunction with Program Leaders, Program Managers, Country Managers, Project Managers and Proposal Development Teams
    Coordinate documentation and analysis of evidence, lessons and insights such as project success stories, website postings, past performance reports, flyers and corporate capability statements

    Requirements

    Master’s degree in Project Management, International Development, MBA, Political Science, Business or related studies with 12 years of work experience in an international organisation/ NGOs and having been exposed to various cultures.
    Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, International Development, MBA, Political Science, Business or related studies with atleast 15 years of work experience in an international organisation/ NGOs and having been exposed to various cultures.
    Program Management Certification is required
    Strong Project Management Experience
    Proven experience implementing and monitoring strategies and establishing long term partnerships
    Ability to research information and analyse data to arrive at valid conclusions, make recommendations effectively, and execute plans of action within a team dynamic
    Detailed knowledge of current best practice in project management
    Prior experience working in a multi-donor organisation specifically with USAID, and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation will be an added advantage
    Experience living internationally

    Post location: The position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya
    Terms of Appointment
    The position is on a 3-year contract, renewable subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funding.
    Job Level
    This position is at job level HG 19 and it is open to both local and international applicants. ILRI offers a competitive salary and benefits package which includes; pension, medical, education and other insurances.

  • Senior Programmes Manager/Advisor Regional Head of Programmes

    Senior Programmes Manager/Advisor Regional Head of Programmes

    About the role
    You will be a senior member of their African Programmes and Advisory team, which includes professionals from a range of private-sector backgrounds, including entrepreneurship, engineering, project development, banking and investment, micro-finance, management consulting and law.

    You will manage and lead the implementation of SME advisory programmes and be expected to mentor junior members of the E4I team. You will provide business, financial and other advice to SMEs, including solar home system companies, mini-grid developers and productive use businesses. You will manage relationships with donors and ensure that programmes are delivered on time and in a quality manner. You will represent E4I at industry events and, for up to 20% of your time, support on business development and fundraising.

    You will have a strong private sector and transactional background, ideally in energy, financing or related business. They particularly welcome candidates with a background in capital raising with SMEs.

    Programme Management and Advisory Responsibilities

    Manage and implement donor-funded SME advisory programmes, including budgeting and reporting, both internally and externally.
    Provide business and financial advice to early and later stage SME companies, including mini-grid developers, solar home system distributors, stand-alone solar appliance suppliers, and other service providers.
    Provide support to SME clients on their business models, partnership facilitation, project development, investment readiness, financial modeling, and capital raising.
    Develop relationships with local investors, financial institutions and donors active in the energy access sector.
    Manage and mentor junior advisory team members to help them deliver on programme objectives and grow their skills and experience.
    Work closely with the Business Development team, leading and supporting proposals. 
    Work closely with the Monitoring and Evaluation team to ensure expected results for advisory activities are measured and evaluated.
    Help E4I to develop its internal processes and institutional knowledge of energy access financing, business models, regulatory issues etc. 
    Represent E4I and make presentations at conferences and networking events.
    Provide thought-leadership around the gaps in the market and how E4I can help fill those gaps. Stay up-to-date on market news, regulations, and trends in the field of energy access and productive use of electricity in Africa, particularly in relation to private companies, suppliers, funders, donors and other NGOs

    Business Development (<20% time) Support organizational efforts to identify and secure new funding from potential donors in East Africa and other parts of Africa. Working together with the Business Development team, prepare bids, concept notes and proposals for donors consistent with the objectives and requirements of the potential donor. Build and develop relationships with potential donors focused on East Africa, including development agencies, development financing institutions, trusts and foundations, and other potential targets. Build and develop relationships with potential bidding and implementing partners and lead the development of strategic partnerships as required. Work Experience 7-12 years’ experience in at least one and preferably several of the following areas: Energy project development, operations, financing or appliances  Financial advisory, the management or strategic consulting Early-stage business building as an entrepreneur, investor (PE/VC/impact investing) or incubator Management of donor programmes, preferably in an African energy access context Business development and fundraising for NGOs, preferably in an African context Experience working with rural and off-grid business models and financing and an understanding of the unique challenges faced by businesses operating in Africa. Academic and Professional Qualifications Graduate Degree in Business Management, Economics, Finance, International Development, Energy, Environment, Climate Change or other relevant subjects  Skills and Knowledge Excellent organisation and project management skills. Ability to manage multiple programmes and client engagements, meet deadlines and allocate resources and budgets effectively. Excellent team management, building and motivational skills. Track record managing a diverse mix of professionals and different cultures. Ability to mentor clients and help them develop commercial or technical solutions.  Ability to critique and develop financial models. Strong understanding of the off-grid market, and the entrepreneurial and impact investing sector, preferably in an African context. A good understanding of the productive uses of electricity such as solar irrigation, solar cooling, and Agri processing would be an advantage. Strong network in energy access space, including SMEs, investors, donors, and other stakeholders. Ability to develop partnerships and strong and effective relationships with key industry stakeholders. Very strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to write high-quality reports and proposals. Ability to work with a diverse mix of professionals and different cultures. Effective public speaker or workshop facilitator. Fluent English a must. Fluent French an advantage. Attributes Team player. Attention to detail and a focus on results. Ability to think outside the box. Ability to see the big picture and connect the dots. Ability to work calmly under pressure. A can-do and collaborative mindset – comfortable with the ambiguities and demands of a rapidly evolving and entrepreneurial environment with a team from diverse backgrounds. Willingness to travel in country, regionally and internationally sometimes on short notice. Passion for working in the impact space. Close alignment with E4I’s mission and values E4I exists because of their concerns for global inequality and climate change – this is the core of what drives us. They aim to be a caring, compassionate organization respectful of differences, and to treat their staff fairly and to help them develop as professionals and as people.   Client-focused - They serve the needs of their clients in a professional and client-focused way. Caring - They care about people and contribute to their wellbeing, and minimize the effects of inequality, poverty and climate change. Learning - They continuously learn from their own experiences and those of others in order to improve their practices. Ethical - They are ethical and transparent in all their dealings, always maintaining a high level of personal integrity.  Appropriate - They promote the use of appropriate solutions consistent with the circumstances of their clients and their markets. Respectful - They respect and value their stakeholders and act with fairness to all The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate commitment and loyalty and perform all duties in accordance with the organization’s office routines and procedures, keeping in mind the overall business objectives. Energy 4 Impact is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation or disability. go to method of application »

  • Investment Executive

    Investment Executive

    A prestigious Nairobi-based Investment Bank with a quarter century of serving the financial community is seeking young professionals between the ages of 21-35 who have attended local secondary schools following the British curriculum (IGCSE/ALevels) or other equivalent International curriculum (e.g. IB).

    Candidates must have a passion for the sell-side of the financial industry, socialinteraction at an executive level and be able to communicate confidently to corporate and high net-worth clients (HNWI’s) as they engage with them to develop actionable plans to achieve specific financial results.
    Successful candidates will participate in a 3-month training program. Upon
    successful completion of which, they will automatically receive a full time contract, reviewable annually. Some of the duties associated with the Investment Executive position are:
     
    1. PROSPECTING FOR NEW BUSINESS/ BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT:

    Initial phone solicitation for new business (cold calling)
    Solicitation through existing social and business networks
    Preparation of lists of prospective/ target clients & maintenance of prospect book

    2. CLIENT VISITATION & PRESENTATION & SALES:

    Sales presentations of financial products to corporate and HNWI prospects in person
    Distribution of up to date marketing materials to existing clients and prospects
    Daily in-office and out of office meetings with prospects and clients, including meetings at prospect/client homes and places of work and follow up emails
    Assisting clients filling out account opening documentation
    Facilitation of client funds transfers
    Facilitation of documentation associated with placement of funds

    3. CLIENT MAINTENANCE & KNOWLEDGE:

    Servicing of existing clients on a monthly basis
    Maintenance of current product knowledge (both in the local & overseas markets), including, but not limited to product knowledge of, Fixed Income, Securities, Offshore Investments, Unit Trusts & Pension Products

    Successful Candidates for the Investment Executive position typically
    possess:

    An extremely outgoing, confident personality
    Be self-motivated and be able to express themselves professionally in English
    Have a serious interest in a long-term career in investment banking
    An “A” level, “O” level (IGCSE), IB or other international secondary school
    qualification
    An Undergraduate degree with a second class upper honours / 3.0 Grade
    Point Average or above
    A Master’s Degree and/or relevant experience are a plus

  • Freelance Graphic Designer

    Freelance Graphic Designer

    We are looking at versatile designer good in all spectrum of graphic design including infographic, videos etc. This position will in due course be made permanent.

  • Focus Group Discussions Consultant

    Focus Group Discussions Consultant

    Background and Justification
    Planned Parenthood Global (PPG), the international arm of Planned Parenthood Federation of America, works in partnership with over 100 organizations in Africa and Latin America to meet the sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) needs of young people, women, and families. As a global leader in innovation in the design and support of SRHR programs for young people, Planned Parenthood seeks to work with the private sector and civil society to expand and accelerate impact to reach more adolescents and young people, faster and more affordably.
    The Overall Goals of the task is to:

    To generate insights on the awareness, use and access concerns in relation to Adolescent Girls and Young women on contraceptives.
    Access their attitudes , preferences and behavior to assess on contraceptives through self-care

    Purpose of the assignment
    The consultant is expected to conduct focus group discussions with three segments of adolescent and young women aged 15 to 24 as below:

    Unmarried group of tech Savvy young, relatively well to do College/University Girls. (18-24yrs)
    Unmarried Lower-income, with relatively low use of Technology (15-17yrs)
    Married with a child or not but from low-income settings and low tech use (18-24yrs)

    DURATION:
    The study will be conducted in Nairobi, over a period of up to ten days(Tentatively 9th-18 March 2020)
    Consultants’ roles

    Review proposed discussion guides for the Focused Group Discussions
    Moderate three focus group discussions among the targeted study population as highlighted in the purpose of the assignment.
    Synthesize and analyze interview transcripts and notes. This will include identifying recurring themes and presenting them in a cohesive manner
    Facilitate stakeholder validation and dissemination of findings
    Develop a detailed report of the qualitative and quantitative findings.

    Planned Parenthood Global’s roles

    Provide required administrative and logistical support and consultative meetings for effective execution of the assignment.
    Review and recommend amendments to the draft report final for completion.
    Organize validation and dissemination of the focused group discussions results.

    Deliverables of the Consultant

    Undertake the research using the agreed focus group discussion guide within the agreed timelines.
    Draft report for review by Planned Parenthood Global.
    Facilitate a validation and dissemination workshop for key stakeholders.
    Submit a final electronic focused group report including all raw and processed data and other research outputs/ products.

    Managing the Assignment
    The overall supervision of the consultants will be carried out the by Planned Parenthood Global Africa Regional office.
    Competence of the Consultant
    The proposed consultant/team of consultants should have experience of not less than 3-5 years in conducting qualitative research on public health issues preferably adolescent and reproductive health. The consultant/team should comprise of diverse expertise ranging from public health, social sciences, statistics and demography, monitoring and evaluation as well as communication (multi-media and creative background).
    1. Timelines
    This assignment is scheduled to take up to 10 days from the date of signing the contract. Timeline summary details are as below
    Key Deliverable and timelines
    Kick-off meeting to review the assignment with the PP Global Team
    1 day
    Moderation of the Focus group discussions
    5days
    Draft Report submission
    3days
    Final Report Submission
    1day

  • Content & Operations Coordinator

    Content & Operations Coordinator

    The overall duties of this Content & Operations Coordinator role will cover but will not be limited to:

    Content Creation
    Digital Marketing strategy & Distribution
    Customer/Partner Operations

    The above duties will be broken down as follows:
    Content Development
    This will entail but not limited to:

    Creating interesting content around Pezesha’s products and services
    Preparing newsletters (to investors, public, partners among other strategic stakeholders
    Developing a marketing & Social media content strategy
    Financial Education content creation
    Strategic weekly blogposts/articles in relation to key milestones or as suggested by the team and CEO to also position ourselves as thought leaders in our space

    Digital marketing strategy & Distribution
    This entails but not limited to:

    Developing social media & marketing strategy to targeted audience
    Distribution and digital promotion of company brand via digital platforms
    Measuring results via online tools and their effectiveness to then leverage on those that work to boost company’s brand and positioning
    Customer segmentation analysis 
    Identify strategic events the company or various teams can attend to boost customer acquisition strategies and brand credibility
    Lead generation
    Market Research

    Business Operations
    This entails but not limited to:

    Assist in any assigned operational tasks by the CEO or other key talent
    Product testing & Quality Assurance
    Project management
    Assistant to the CEO
    Public/Partners Relations in strategic events and forums to pitch and educate the public on Pezesha’s products and services
    Documentation of process flows, work flows among other new or existing processes
    Assist the CEO in grant writing or sourcing new potential opportunities strategic to the business
    Continuous updating of the competitive landscape and advising the company on unique areas of recommendations to improve company’s value proposition to its customers
    Working on revising the company’s profile
    Office support & administration
    Any other task assigned by the key management
    Data driven Impact assessment and analysis in relation to our business 

    If you have these additional skills you will be highly considered for this role

    At least a graduate of Bcom, Administration, Marketing or a related field
    Video editing skills
    Excelled communication oral and writing
    SEO (Search Engine Optimisation) and setting up facebook campaigns
    Basic computer skills: Excel, word, Google docs, Drive
    Using CRM tools
    Design skills
    Ability to multi-task and attentive to detail
    Team player who demonstrates a positive attitude, energy, entrepreneurial spirit, dedication to collaboration, creativity and sense of humor

  • Office Manager

    Office Manager

    Position Summary

    The EAC Office Manager plays a key role in the set-up and ongoing management of Cepheid’s first office location in East Africa. This function will oversee various admin and operational tasks and will work closely with multiple internal and external stakeholders to ensure that the daily operations run smoothly
    The EAC Office Manager also performs key Customer Service tasks (managing customer orders, responding to customer enquiries, maintaining excellent relationships with customers, supporting the commercial team) and maintains customer satisfaction at high level.

    Essential Job Responsibilities

    Assist Management in the search of appropriate office space in Nairobi and lead the set-up of the office
    Facilities Management including phones, IT, building, equipment
    Responsibility for ensuring safety of employees working in the Nairobi office and ensuring office operations are compliant with all local and corporate EH&S legislation/procedures
    Procuring and organizing contracts for local services (eg: Mobile Phones, Insurance)
    New employee orientation into Cepheid Kenya
    Act as the link with the European Headquarters located in France and with other Danaher opcos who will host staff in the office
    Assist with contract management
    Assist with the set-up of the local ERP, in collaboration with the European team and the local Accounting firm
    Proactively and quickly resolve customers issues and enquiries, escalating to other relevant teams where required, maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction
    Process customer orders in compliance with company policies and standard operating procedures
    Manage customer returns and credit notes
    Support the commercial team by creating quotes and responding to various requests
    Maintain customer pricing (documentation and in the ERP)
    Maintain the customer and product master data within the ERP
    Ensure compliance to internal policies, quality procedures and Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX)
    Act as the East Africa representative on European or global projects
    Embrace the Danaher and Cepheid core values, and ensure strict compliance to all company policies and Danaher code of conduct

    Minimum Requirements

    Education or Experience (in years):

    Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a fast-paced Order Management role, preferably in the Medical Diagnostics or related industry
    Experience with ERP systems such as SAP and CRM systems such as Salesforce.com as well as MS Office products including Word, Excel, and Outlook

    Knowledge And Skills

    Strong written and verbal communication skills
    Ability to communicate effectively in English. Other languages (Swahili, Amharic, French, Arabic) are a plus
    High attention to details with the ability to effectively review and understand sales agreements, proposals, purchase orders, and related information
    Strong focus on driving customer satisfaction
    Good problem solving and analytical skills.
    Demonstrating good judgment and initiative
    Self-motivated, confident, reliable and able to plan and follow up on outstanding issues
    Able to operate in a fast-paced environment
    Should be an outgoing, positive, team player
    Strong sense of accountability

    Other

    Travel minimum 5% –regional and some international travel is required.

    Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are equal opportunity employers that evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. The “EEO is the Law” poster is available here .

  • Web Developers

    Web Developers

    TIER DATA LIMITED, is a fully owned subsidiary of the Centum Group, with a focus in providing IT solutions, we work with organizations in seeking, identifying and capitalizing on innovative technology opportunities.
    The contract web developer is responsible for development of web and mobile projects to be undertaken by Tier Data to either design and build web application, optimize processes, improve controls or reduce costs. He/ she is expected to develop projects within time, cost and quality objectives.
    Web Development

    Design and develop websites and web applications according to client specifications
    Conduct project feasibility studies and make presentations and recommendations on development concepts, preliminary development programs and budgets.
    Assist PM in preparation of project briefs which will include setting time, cost and quality objectives for the projects.
    Assist PM in developing project charter and project schedules
    Constantly communicate to stakeholders (Client, Developers and Business) on the status of projects.
    Assist in preparation of the system requirements collection document with the accounts executive.
    Prepare design specification documents.
    Work in collaboration with other developers.

    Front end development

    Develop creatives/UX for Web and Mobile applications according to client specifications
    Prepare concepts which will include developing wireframes, interface designs.
    Prepare responsive web designs to HTML templates using CSS3, Ajax and Bootstrap
    Prepare presentations to clients to impress the client.
    Constantly communicate to stakeholders (Client, Developers and Business) on the status of projects.
    Assist in preparation of the system requirements collection document with the accounts executive.
    Prepare design specification documents.
    Work in collaboration with other developers.
    Any other duties that may be assigned by the manager

    Minimum job requirements

    Bachelor of Science, IT or any related IT degree
    Must have good knowledge(Languages) in PHP, Java and JavaScript.
    Must have worked on at-least one of MVC Frameworks (Laravel, Spring MVC)
    Must have worked on at-least one of Front End Frameworks (vue JS, REACT)
    Must have good graphic design skills, with an eye to modern web designs.
    Must have knowledge in CMS like WordPress and Joomla.
    Demonstrate skills in existing web applications and mobile applications.
    Knowledge in Bitbucket and Jenkins(CI/CD).
    A strategic thinker who is able to develop and refine strategy for successful implementation of the project
    Reasonable knowledge project management is a plus.

  • Team Leader, Service Provider Management General Insurance, Kenya Claims Analyst -Recoveries General Insurance, Kenya

    Team Leader, Service Provider Management General Insurance, Kenya Claims Analyst -Recoveries General Insurance, Kenya

    Introduction
    Reporting to the Claims Manager, the job holder will ensure that service providers, both internal and external are managed in a professional manner thereby meeting the customer expectations and the Company’s Corporate Objectives.
    Minimum Requirements

    Degree
    Diploma in Insurance
    Basic computer skills
    Negotiation skills
    Good Communication and Interpersonal skills
    Customer service skills
    4 years working experience in the insurance industry

    Job Specification

    Monitor the performance of service providers for effective service delivery
    Explore the better alternative ways of dealing with a claim so as to minimize claim expenses and costs where service providers are involved
    Maintain effective business relationships by constantly interacting with service providers so as to ensure customers have a pleasant experience
    Prepare management reports for the department to advice on the status and show the performance of the service providers at any one time
    Provide feedback to claims on trends picked up during assessing and quality control audits. (Reporting on emerging Risks)
    Effectively manage and control the quality of claims data
    Effectively manage and control payments and releases
    Adherence to SLA and Best Practices – Motor
    Supervise, train, mentor and coach staff within the unit to ensure they remain motivated
    Respond to customers queries and complaints and adhere to turn around times to resolve

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