Responsibilities
The Qualitative Specialist is a key staff member and should remain engaged in implementation of the task order throughout the life of the assignment.
Qualifications
The Qualitative Analyst is a Kenyan professional with practical work experience in qualitative research and studies such that he can assume full responsibility for fulfilling the qualitative study requirements of this Task Order. He should have in-depth knowledge of potential challenges anticipated with qualitative data collection in fragile environments; professional knowledge of qualitative data processing applications (NVivo) and strong communication and inter-personal skills required for working with multi-culture, multi-lingual and multi-ethnic teams in fragile environments.
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Qualitative Specialist Contribution Analyst – Evaluation of Transition Initiatives for Stabilization Plus
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Underwriting Assistant (Internal Candidates Only)
Reviewing proposal forms, verifying client’s data, assessing the proposed risk within set standards, counterchecking the terms of the policy as well as reviewing the conditions of the policy.Key Responsibilities
Assess the proposed risk within set standards
Keep detailed and accurate records of policies underwritten and decisions made
Review proposal forms
Release policy documents, endorsements
Communicate with clients on the renewal terms
Maintain high standards of customer service – responding to clients enquiries; (walk-in clients, telephone and emails)
Liaise with intermediaries and direct clients on issues relating to their policies
Apply the credit control policy by ensuring that debit/credit notes raised are mailed and that they reach the clients/intermediaries within the shortest time possible.
Generate renewal notices for all renewal business
Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time
Key Performance Measures
Timely release of policy documents
Timely renewal of business
Working RelationshipsInternal Relationships
Accountable to the Underwriting Supervisor
Required to liaise and work closely with the other departments as may be necessary
External Relationships
Britam customers
Reinsurance companies
Knowledge, Experience And Qualifications Required
Bachelor’s degree (insurance option preferred)
At least one year experience in the insurance industry
Core Competencies
Communication skills
Building Relationships
Focuses on the Customers
Develops Self
Solves Problems
Technical/ Functional competencies
Technical and functional competencies
Knowledge of insurance concepts
Knowledge of underwriting processes and procedures
Technical competence in underwriting insurance risks
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Credit & Business Development Officer
Job Purpose
To effectively handle credit functions and operations in order to ensure growth of the portfolio in the defined region of coverage and a quality loan book.
The responsibility is also on recruiting of clients and visiting prospective clients and business to assess credit worthiness.
Credit & Business Development Job Key Duties & Responsibilities
Identification of potential borrowers and process their loan applications
Assess loan requests or commercial credit applications through interviews with applicants and checking application forms, references, credit ratings, credit scores, pay slips and other information.
Recommend approval of loans and credit applications within policy guidelines and Head of Credit & Business Development approval
Prepare papers setting out conditions and periods of loans, rates of repayment and the setting out of trading terms.
Prepare reports of loans and accounts which have outstanding (unpaid) amounts to share with the debt recovery
Ensure portfolio Loan disbursement according to policy and in consultation with the portfolio Finance Officer
Prepare reports on credit ratings of customers
Prepare appraisal reports for consideration by the Credit Committee
Assist with regular monitoring of approved Loans.
Prepare quarterly and annual reports on performance of the portfolio.
Ensures maintenance of accurate client records
Develop business plans for lending as a requirement for seeking loans and thereafter guides operations;
Ensures that partner institutions offering credit to farmers and SME respond to market needs;
Administers company credit application process by reviewing the credit application and establishing lines of credit.
Conduct financial analysis including third party report review and makes recommendations for approval.
Assist with regular monitoring of approved Loans.
Ensures preparation of quality assessment notes appropriately highlighting relevant risks in the SME &
Medium enterprise portfolio loan applications (e.g. market risk, business risk, and financial risk) and incorporating suitable mitigates covenants, and term and conditions & making suitable recommendations to the approving authorities.
Prepares/supervises Credit Appraisal / Assessment Notes, with recommendations to approving authorities.
Highlight and update the approving authorities of any changes in the risk profile based on important risk indicators (financial, market, transactional, etc.)Opens new accounts
Prepare reports of loans and accounts which have outstanding (unpaid) amounts to share with the debt recovery
Where a credit decision is required escalates the application to the next authority for direction, review, comment and approval.
Academic Qualifications / Skills requirements for the Credit & Business Development Job
Degree in Business related field, Economics, Agribusiness, Finance or equivalent
At least 5 years post-qualification experience in the financial sector with exposure in SME lending.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Sound financial analytical skills
Good negotiation, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Ability to handle pressure and work with minimum supervision
A team player with the drive to improve performance -
Commercial Manager
Commercial Manager –
We want to talk to experience commercial sales managers who have a proven career in Supply Chain and Freight forwarding.
You will be the lead contact for customers – selling services for Frieght forwarding and NVOCC handling. Calling customers, buiding a picture of their requirements and tailoring a package to suit the customer needs, and deliver a profitable service.
You should have experience and be able to show you have grow a business and managed a team of people successfully. ( minimum 6 people)
Business Development and new business line
Business processing (import & Exports)
Freight procurement ( Ocean, Land and Rail)
Projects handling, coordination
Forging alliances with partners to protect business interest.
Responsible for 3P/L Admin & Credit Control
Preparation of reports as well as summaries and forecasts for future business and clients.
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Conversion Assistant
What You Will Do
Adjust formatting of Teacher Guides (TGs) in Microsoft Word to allow for file conversion/publishing
Use XML Conversion Tool to convert and publish Teacher Guides (TGs) files
Keep steady pace of daily work on conversion tool in order to meet weekly Teacher Guides (TGs) publishing requirements
Respond to ad hoc requests from Curriculum team to format/convert/publish Teacher Guides (TGs) outside of the normal, weekly assignment
What You Should Have
Must hold a KCSE Certificate with a minimum C+ score in English
Proficient in Microsoft Word
Good command of English language both written and spoken
Attention to detail
Able to meet deadlines
Able to work as part of a team
Experience working within a culturally and socioeconomically diverse workforce
Experience working in high pressure environments
You’re also
A detailed doer – You have a track record of getting things done. You’re organized and responsive. You take ownership of every idea you touch and execute it to a fine level of detail, setting targets, engaging others, and doing whatever it takes to get the job done. You can multi-task dozens of such projects at once and never lose sight of the details. Likely, you have some experience in a start-up or other rapid-growth company.
A networking mastermind – You excel at meeting new people and turning them into advocates. You communicate in a clear, conscientious, and effective way in both written and oral speech. You can influence strangers in the course of a single conversation. Allies and colleagues will go to bat for your ideas.
A creative problem-solver – Growing any business from scratch comes with massive and constant challenges. On top of that, Bridge works in volatile, low-resource communities and runs on fees averaging just $6 a month per pupil. You need to be flexible and ready to get everything done effectively, quickly, and affordably with the materials at hand. Every dollar you spend is a dollar our customers, who live on less than $2 a day, will have to pay for.
A customer advocate – Our customers – these families living on less than $2 a day per person – never leave your mind. You know them, get them, have shared a meal with them (or would be happy to in the future). You would never shrink back from shaking a parent’s hand or picking up a crying child, no matter what the person was wearing or looked like. Every decision you make considers their customer benefit, experience, and value.
A life-long learner – You believe you can always do better. You welcome constructive criticism and provide it freely to others. You know you only get better tomorrow when others point out where you’ve missed things or failed today. -
Officer Communications
Primary Areas of Responsibility Writing and general communications
Cultivate stories and draft content for various RefugePoint publications, including newsletters, grant proposals, and special reports.
The Communications Associate will be responsible for producing content from start to finish: from setting up interviews with other RefugePoint team members and clients, traveling into the field on a weekly basis, developing interview questions, interviewing clients to collect stories, writing final stories using quotes/audio/notes taken and submitting finalized work, with photos (sometimes video) to the Communications Manager.
Maintain strong relationships with all Nairobi teams (medical, social work, livelihoods, counseling, etc) and check in on a weekly basis for story leads, suggestions.
Research, draft, and update information related to Nairobi’s refugee population, including cultural profiles for new arrivals and/or changes within existing refugee communities.
Respond to immediate requests from headquarters for updates on programs, clients, or events. Track refugee resettlement departures and update headquarters regularly.
Track refugees post-departure, and set up systems to put this into place.
As needed, help with the printing of T-shirts and other collateral.
Social media and website support Support the Communications Manager in developing content for RefugePoint’s web and social media platforms.
Provide assistance managing and evaluating social media platforms as requested, in particular internal platforms for staff communication.
Conduct media monitoring on issues related specifically to urban refugee protection and alert headquarters to relevant stories.
Update the internal staff website with new content, especially new staff bios and stories of interest, photos from RP events, etc.
Draft Quarterly internal newsletter with pertinent updates for HQ, Nairobi and Expert staff.
Video and Photography Photograph images of clients, programs, and the environment in Nairobi for RefugePoint’s publications, website, and social media.
Film, or arrange for videographers to film, material for RefugePoint’s audio/visual needs.
Organize and manage Nairobi’s image library, ensuring that all releases are signed and accessible.
Event Management and Training Assist with coordinating RefugePoint events in Nairobi, including trainings, conferences, community working groups, and fundraising forums.
Lead internal communications trainings and motivate staff to engage in external relations activities, including sharing stories and highlights from their departments.
Orient newly hired regional and local staff to RefugePoint’s external relations policies.
As needed, coordinate focus groups to support RefugePoint’s operations team.
Qualifications A strong interest in the mission of RefugePoint and refugee protection.
Excellent writing skills (in English) are imperative to this position.
Writing with a US-based population in mind will be required.
Excellent interviewing skills, and communication skills in speaking, transcribing, contacting and following up with refugee clients.
Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field (communications, journalism, marketing, public relations, etc).
Degrees in human rights or international affairs will also be considered.
A minimum of three years of experience in a related communications position.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (English fluency required).
Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills, especially geared towards a US based audience.
Experience with popular social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc).
Applicants with photography and/or videography skills preferred.
Experience with Adobe Creative Suite software is also a plus.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Candidate will need to be a self-starter, someone who can manage their time and tasks independently and responsibly.
Respect for individuals regardless of their race, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, age or legal status.
A sense of humor, patience and diplomacy. Must be legally able to live and work in Kenya. -
Legal Entity Controller, Uganda&Ethiopia
Key Responsibilities
1) Financial Reporting and Analysis (40%):
Responsible for financial reporting integrity and drafting of Local and US GAAP Financial Statements for assigned legal entities, including related sign off and certification
Responsible for ensuring that all transactions are correctly recorded, including fees & commissions and dividend remittances
Support on the set-up of new legal entities, business models, and supply models as well as drive the implementation of relevant SAP modules to support business operations
Review and understanding of AICs and SPP in order to ensure that the financial statements are being properly reported in accordance with accounting and business policies
Monthly review of financial statements and variances, providing narrative and ensuring active follow up as needed
Quarterly review of profit center allocations and BU Economic Profit calculation and analysis
Responsible for interacting as needed with other teams such as Accounting Research, Corporate Treasury, Corporate Tax, Controller’s Group, CPS, Equity Investees, and E&Y
Management of Local and US GAAP E&Y Audit, including planning activities, drafting of financial statements, investment consolidation map, and diagnosis update on new regulations
Financial review of contracts with BU partners and FAS 133 contract review with Accounting Research for contracts higher than USD 2 million
As relevant, BOFC Forms Review (e.g., Legal Reserves, Related Party Transactions, Impairment Survey, etc.)
Support the East Africa Legal Entity Controller and the Southern and East Africa Controller on the BU Representation Letter (SEC Letter)
Collaborate with the BU on balance sheet/operating capital forecasting
2) Strategic Business and Tax Planning, Mitigation & Compliance (20%):
Proactively work with the BU functions to mitigate business, financial, and tax risks as well as support Commercial Finance and Franchise teams in executing business initiatives
Manage/resolve indirect tax issues (excise, customs) affecting the System
Review the monthly / periodic VAT, Withholding Tax, Sales Tax, Deferred Tax and Corporation Tax computations as applicable including tax returns and follow up for timely filing with, payment to & reconciliation with Tax Offices
Manage compliance with transfer pricing regulatory requirements
Oversight and coordination of payroll-related processes (with the Payroll COE) impacting Tax
In liaison with the East and West Africa Tax Manager and Corporate Taxes, support on the engagement of tax advisers and Tax Authorities and the preparation of responses to all tax audits and queries within timelines agreed with or demanded by Tax Authorities
Collaborate with Legal to ensure compliance with local financial-legal requirements and other local/corporate secretarial requirements.Monthly review of Tax Account reconciliations including Deferred Taxes
3) Internal Controls and Compliance (20%):
Responsible for the maintenance, along with the Controls & Compliance Manager, of an effective internal control environment
Support the internal audit process (CAD)Participate in and support the annual review of SOX narratives related to the Financial Statement and Reporting area
4) Treasury Support (10%):
Investments & Dividends – coordination with the Controller’s Group, Corporate Treasury (for financial instruments), and 3rdparty partners to ensure accurate accounting and disclosures in US GAAP and local financial statements and to execute dividend remittances (including withholding taxes) as instructed by Corporate Treasury.Pensions – coordination with the Controller’s Group, Corporate Treasury, and as relevant with Towers Watson to ensure accurate accounting and disclosures in US GAAP and local financial statements5) People Management and Continuous Improvement (10%):
Develop, motivate, coach, and inspire indirect team members to be a high-performing team
For team members, individual career and development opportunities are created, assessed, and realizedApply operational excellence/lean tools to make continuous improvements to processes
Related Job Requirements/ Qualifications
4 to 8 years of experience in Accounting, Tax, Audit and Governance, preferably with multinational or professional practice;
Fluent in English (verbal and writing) and excellent communication skills;
Strong knowledge of IFRS and US GAAP;
Strong SAP and Excel skills.
Lives Core Company Values (Leadership, Integrity, Accountability, Passion, Quality, Collaboration, Innovation)Exhibits Leadership Behaviours (Act Like an Owner, Collaborate with the System, Customers, and Key Stakeholders, Develop Self and Others, Inspire Others, Drive Innovation)Other General Competencies
Understanding KO Business & Reporting Structure
Influencing Others
Virtual Teams
Core Service Excellence
Planning & Organizing
Tolerating Stress
Problem Solving
Decision Making
Analytical Thinking
Skills/Knowledge
Technical Accounting
Financial Policies/Procedures
Use of Company Financial SystemsAccounting Standards, Tax Rules
Leadership Behaviors
Drive Innovation
Collaborate with System, Customers and Key Stakeholders
Act Like an Owner
Inspire Others
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International Relations Assistant
Duties and Responsibilities:
Facilitate, coordinate and act as primary point-of-contact for all international affairs including:
maintaining the relationship with current international partners and
establishing new relationships with international organizations and states/Governments .
Hire, train/mentor, supervise, and evaluate International Programs and or offices volunteer staffs,
Receive and mentor International volunteers, ensuring they are well settled and facilitate their quick adjustment to their new environment,
Organize and evaluate international programs including conferences, events and seminars as well as representing ITF in such,
Identify and prepare grant proposal and or other fundraising strategies for international programs/projects/offices,
Spearhead the ITF international expansion ( the ITF Dream challenge) by :
opening new branches in East Africa, Africa and the world;
Initiating international marketing, communications and Fund-raising initiatives.
Direct the International Office branches including programs/projects planning, development,monitoring & evaluation and oversight of budgets,
Other responsibilities may be assigned .
Basic Knowledge & Skills required:
The Applicant must possess or is extremely eager to learn and passionate about the following knowledge/skills and is able to demonstrate, that the essential functions of this position can be performed:
Hold at least a Bachelors Degree in related fields such as International Relations; Communications, marketing etc,
Possess knowledge in current issues and best practices relating to international youth development;
Ability to come up with creative ideas for communication and promotional materials, fundraising, identify potential opportunities for raising funds and write grant proposals,
Have excellent communication skills both orally and in writing (minimally in English), Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills and the ability to work with individuals from different cultures,
Possess basic computer skills including graphic communication and social media management,
Ability to maintain an established work schedule, with or without flexibility,
Strong organizational and management skills- ability to multi task and prioritize,
Motivated to learn and take on new challenges’
Willingness and capacity to volunteer’
Unparalleled passion and commitment for youth & community development.
Compensation:
Although ITF Volunteer staffs enjoy limitless opportunities, ITF does NOT provide any kind of compensation. ITF Staffs operates on full time volunteer basis for a minimum of 3 months contract. They are responsible of all basic expenses such as home – office transportation, accommodation etc. ITF ONLY provide direct operational expenses such as Staff’s transportation to a meeting outside office, visit field operations etc.
Other application requirements:
Be familiar with who we are, what we do and how we do it from our website before sending in your application.
Like our Facebook page and follow us on Twitter,
Completed ITF Volunteer/Intern Application form,
Ready to start by 9th January 2016.
This position is available for youth (18 – 30 years old) of any Nationality.
This position is offered only to those who can commit atleast 6 months.