Job Field: Sector in ICT / Computer  , Law / Legal

  • International Expert on Digital Sequence Information

    International Expert on Digital Sequence Information

    The consultant will carry out the following activities:

    Prepare and deliver training material to the Working Group on NBSAP alignment to increase their knowledge and understanding of the Nagoya Protocol and DSI.
    Developed training material should be localized for the needs of Serbia, and include all legal, policy, administrative and capacity-building requirements to ensure the fair and equitable sharing of benefits that arise from the utilization of genetic resources and from digital sequence information on genetic resources, as well as traditional knowledge associated with genetic resources.
    Training material should also include the process of reporting and entering mandatory information in the ABS Clearing-House.
    Based on the assessment of current status in Serbia, prepare proposal for alignment of national DSI and ABS-related targets with the KMGBF.
    Prepare awareness raising package to be delivered at the final event.

    Qualifications/special skills

    An advanced academic degree (Master’s degree) in management, sustainable development, nature protection, education, environmental policy, or a similar field is required.
    At least seven years of experience in the field of developing international legislation related to genetic resources is required
    Experience in ratification and implementation of Nagoya Protocol at the national level is required.
    Experience in negotiations, expert discussions, and other international processes in the field of DSI is desirable.
    Working experience in or with governmental institutions is desirable.

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    careers.un.org

  • Senior Officer, Fraud Detection 

Senior Officer, Fraud Investigation

    Senior Officer, Fraud Detection Senior Officer, Fraud Investigation

    JOB DESCRIPTION
    Reporting to the Senior Manager – Fraud Detection the position holder will provide required support to Agile Organizations through through proactive risk assessment, analytics and risk management support of the Agile organizations companywide.
    RESPONSIBILITIES

    Develop and correlate insights on current and emerging fraud trends impacting on customers with expected profiling engine outcomes to derive critical information to aid fraud controls decision making and performance bench marks. 
    Validation and review of fraud detection models including process verification, performance KPIs of fraud controls
    Develop and maintain dashboard for fraud demand insights for GSM and MPESA.
    Involvement in integration and ptimization of fraud automations anddata feeds aimed at improving detection ability and control environment;
    Participate and support fraud demand initiatives through the use of analytics.
    Active participation in all fraud monitoring initiatives.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    A graduate with a degree in Business, IT, or Engineering. 
    Professional certification in Risk management or Information systems. 
    At least 3 years in data analytics environment generating business insights by running ad-hoc analysis and have good understanding of telecoms environment.
    Strong systems development, data extraction and integration experience in multiple platforms. 
     Expertise in Oracle, SQL, Excel and Powerpoint 
    At least 3 years proven experience in a telecommunications environment. 
    Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills

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  • Manager, Data Protection

    Manager, Data Protection

    Job Purpose:
    To oversee the Bank’s data protection strategy, implementation of data protection principles and ensuring effective compliance across the Bank.
    Key Responsibilities:

    Align the Bank’s processes, policies and contracts with the provisions of the Data Protection Act, 2019 and respective regulations.
    Carry out a Bank wide gap analysis on compliance with Data Protection Act 2019 and respective regulations.
    Oversee development and review of policies, procedures and guidelines to facilitate implementation of Data Protection Laws and Regulations.
    Act as the primary point of contact within the Bank for members of staff, regulators, and any relevant data protection authorities.
    Act as the custodian of data protection documentation and reporting requirements, including records of processing activities, data protection impact assessments, data incident records and data breach reporting, and conduct periodic compliance assessments of these.
    Evaluate the existing data protection framework and identify areas of non or partial compliance and rectify any issues.
    As the expert in data protection, be the key source of information in the Bank on Data Protection and also create awareness across the Bank on data protection matters.
    Act as the key business adviser to the Bank staff on any matters in relation to data protection compliance.
    Conduct regular assessment to ensure the Bank’s compliance with the data protection Act 2019 and Regulations.
    Advise staff in relation to data subject access requests and support the teams to provide responses.
    Identify and evaluate the Bank’s data processing activities and keep the Bank’s data processing inventory updated at all times.
    Act as the key contact person to data subjects by informing them about how their personal data is being used and what measures the Bank has put in place to protect their data.
    Offer consultation on how to deal with privacy breaches.
    Work collaboratively and proactively with the legal and compliance team in relation to data protection issues.
    Inform and advise the Data Controller or Data Processor on all matters related to data protection.
    Perform other related duties as emanates from the post, as and when assigned by the Supervisor.

    The Person:
    The ideal candidate must possess the following:
    Qualifications

    Degree in either Information Technology, Legal, Risk Management or other related fields
    Hold at least one Data Protection and/or Privacy certification
    Professional certifications such as CPA, CISA, CRISC, will be added advantage.
    Minimum of 6 years’ experience within a Risk, Compliance or Legal function, with experience in Privacy Compliance.
    Experience in Data Privacy laws within the region and/or EU Data Privacy laws will be an added advantage.

    Key Competencies and Attributes
    Interpersonal:

    Excellent communication skills both written and oral.
    Ability to establish and maintain trust credibility as well as maintaining high levels of confidentiality.
    Must be a person of impeccable integrity.
    Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
    Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products as well data analytics tools.
    Creativity and innovation skills, with ability to use technology and other modern tools to drive decision making and implementation.
    Strong analytical skills with the ability to understand complex information and communicate this in a non-specialist format to the wider business.
    Personal motivation and drive exhibited through commitment to hard work, continuous improvement, and achievement of goals.
    Excellent interpersonal skills.
    Risk awareness and focus to demonstrate an understanding of risk management practices and standards.
    Effective stakeholder management.
    Creativity and innovative.

    ALL applicants MUST apply online to the email; recruitment@familybank.co.ke; closing date is 2nd November 2023. Canvassing will automatically disqualify the candidate. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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    recruitment@familybank.co.ke

  • Consultancy: Digital Civil Registration and Vital Statistics, DCOE 

Consultancy: Reimagine Education Digital Connectivity Specialist , DCOE

    Consultancy: Digital Civil Registration and Vital Statistics, DCOE Consultancy: Reimagine Education Digital Connectivity Specialist , DCOE

    MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: 

    Product development, planning and management   
    Manage business and programme relationships to define high-level requirements; document and match requirements and guide the design, and development of a DPG MVP CRVS system 
    Support the management of funds allocated to the development of DPG MVP digital CRVS system by prioritizing activities to be funded, and ensuring efficient and timely use of funds vis-a-vis grant expiration dates.   
    Support in the development of strategies; setting up of targets and performance measurement indicators; and monitoring progress and results is achieved according to performance standards. 
    Provide technical guidance and oversight to Implementation Leads in Country Office/Regional Offices. 
    Coordinate and implement interoperability between the identified CRVS system and partner systems. 
    Engagement in Communication, Partnerships and Advocacy 
    Represent the CRVS initiative in Health, and Child Protection programme meetings, including programme development and contingency planning discussions to provide technical and operational information, advice and support in the area of digital CRVS systems. 
    Develop and maintain inter-agency relationships supporting the development of enhanced policy frameworks for the work around CRVS systems. Build and sustain effective close working partnerships with relevant government counterparts, national stakeholders, global partners, allies, donors, and academia -through active networking, advocacy and effective communication – to build capacity, exchange knowledge and expertise, and to reinforce cooperation to achieve sustainable and broad results in digital CRVS systems  
    Proactively build and strengthen strategic partnerships through networking and advocacy with governments, UN system agency partners (UNFPA, WHO, UN Women), donors, internationally recognized institutions, NGOs, funding organizations, research institutes and the private sector in order to leverage these partnerships to achieve wider acceptance of the CRVS DPG and to gather additional inputs to ensure that it meets the needs of a wider range of relevant stakeholders. 
    Advance research, and identify research gaps, with key partners (e.g., UNFPA, WHO, UN Women) specifically in the formulation of policy and good practice around digitization of birth registration systems. Participate in relevant external, inter-agency or global forums for organizational positions in the development of global CRVS priorities.   
    Prepare communication and information materials for advocacy to promote awareness, establish partnerships/alliances and to support fund raising for further development and deployment of the CRVS DPG solution. 
    Identify opportunities for resource mobilization and new partnerships and lead proposal and partnership development efforts in close collaboration with regional offices, where applicable, for further development and deployment of the CRVS DPG solution. 
    Provide technical and operational support to a wide range of stakeholders and partners on UNICEF policies, practices, standards and norms on technology and innovation for digital CRVS systems and the developed CRVS DPG solution. 
    Work with relevant stakeholders to develop standards, procedures and partnerships for digital CRVS systems and their transition to relevant Government and Civil Society Institutions.  
    Participate, where appropriate, on and provide input to relevant coordinating and policy bodies and ensure close collaboration within Programme Group, ICTD division and with regional and country offices and partners on the CRVS DPG product 
    Draft policy papers, briefs and other strategic programme materials relevant to digital CRVS solutions and CRVS DPG product for management use and information. 
    Provide inputs relating to the work on digital CRVS systems and CRVS DPG for reports and other documentation and briefings needed to fulfil statutory requirements and requests received by the relevant offices and sections (e.g., annual reports, briefing notes). 
    Create and maintain effective communication materials and strategies to support advocacy and social mobilization efforts for prospective and current partners. 
    Knowledge and Community Management 
    Lead the creation and management of a community of practice around the use of the identified CRVS DPG and relevant technologies, including orienting new users and community members and point them to the people, organizations, and resources that meet their needs, making introductions where necessary. 
    Develop, curate, document and maintain a shared library of programme documents, lessons learned and best practices while working in collaboration with the country teams. 
    Oversee in-country evaluations on the uptake of the CRVS DPG tool. 
    Facilitate the organization of trainings, webinars, and knowledge-sharing initiatives to enhance user competencies to promote long-term sustainability of the system.  
    Organize, share, and participate in events focused on community contribution. 
    Ensure country offices and partners have appropriate expertise and capacity in place for the uptake and maintenance of the identified DPG CRVS system. 

    To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

    An advanced university degree (Master’s or higher) in Information technology, Digital Transformation, Social Sciences, International Humanitarian Law, Development Studies, Community Development, Public Health and/or related field is required. 
    A first-level university degree in a relevant field combined with ten years of professional experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree.
    A minimum of 8 years of relevant professional experience in progressively responsible professional experience at the national or international levels in Technology for Development (T4D) and/or information systems development and management, including mobile and web-based applications, with demonstrated capacity to manage programmes involving many stakeholders is required. 
    A minimum of two (2) years of experience implementing and/or supporting national CRVS frameworks, digital registries and CRVS digital solutions (e.g., as a user or administrator) is highly desired. 
    Experience with large scale projects including ICT, mobile and web-based technologies, particularly designing or deploying tools. 
    Experience in Digital Public Goods, Open Source, mobile and emerging technology 
    Prior experience in both development and humanitarian contexts is an added advantage. 

    Language literacy: 

      Fluency in English (written and verbal) is required. Working knowledge of French is highly desirable. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish) is an asset.

    Duration of the contract :11.5 months.

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  • Data Protection Manager 

Supervisor – Relationship.

    Data Protection Manager Supervisor – Relationship.

    Role Purpose
    The purpose of this role is to establish, implement, and enforce a robust group-wide Data Protection Compliance framework and systems to ensure the Group and its subsidiaries are compliant with the Data Protection Law and regulations.
    The job holder will be a member of the Data Protection Technical Committee (DPTC) responsible for implementing Information Risk and Data Protection programs with the Group.
    Duties and Responsibilities

    Advise the Group and employees on data processing requirements provided under this Act or any other written law;
    Ensure on behalf of the Group, that the Data Protection Act is complied with;
    Facilitate capacity building of staff involved in data processing operations;
    Provide advice on data protection impact assessment;
    Co-operate with the Data Commissioner and any other authority on matters relating to data protection;
    Defining a Group Data Protection compliance program;
    Champion Data Protection compliance;
    Develop data protection implementation plan and strategies;
    Interpreting data in relation to data protection laws;
    Analyzing and classifying data on behalf of the Group;
    Identifying patterns and trends in data sets;
    Regularly Conduct Data Protection Impact Assessment;
    Implementing an effective compliance training program on data protection;
    Identify, analyze, and interpret trends or patterns in complex data sets;
    Coordinate reporting of data breaches to data protection commissioner;
    Respond to all data protection queries on behalf of the Group;
    Issue and respond to any notice on data breach;
    Work with the Data Protection Committee to align data protection policies with the relevant laws;
    Work with management to prioritize business and information security needs;
    Identify and define new process improvement opportunities on data protection;
    Develop, monitor, and update detailed data protection policies and procedures;
    Report on compliance gaps noted and ensure that the needed improvements are recommended;
    Work with legal team to ensure full compliance with all data protection laws;
    Promote a culture of data protection across all departments of the organization.

    Qualifications and Experience

    Bachelor’s Degree in Computer science, information technology or law from a reputable institution;
    Knowledge of the Data Protection Act & General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) is an added advantage;
    Professional certifications in (e.g. CISA, CISM) or CISSP or similar certification;
    Professional certification in privacy such as CIPP;
    Minimum of 3 years experience in an IT security, risk management, compliance, or audit-related role, preferably within the insurance or banking industry at a senior level.

    Deadline:31st March 2022

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    Qualified candidates are requested to forward their applications together with their CVs and copies of documents to the Group HR Manager on hr_recruitment@madison.co.ke 

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    hr_recruitment@madison.co.ke

  • Data Protection Officer

    Data Protection Officer

    Job Ref. No: JLIL035
    Role Purpose
    The purpose of this role is to establish, implement and enforce a robust Group-wide Data Protection and Compliance Framework and Systems (policies, processes, and tools), to ensure that the different companies within Jubilee Insurance are compliant with the Data Protection Act and Regulations.
    Main Responsibilities

    Establishing the Data Protection Act Governance, regulatory framework and implementation plan which shall include development of the various required statements and policies.
    Guiding the various Companies, their departments, and all support functions on implementation of Data Protection Act 2019 requirements and supporting them to ensure compliance with the Act.
    Regularly training of all internal stakeholders involved in data collection/processing, updating the training as well as conducting specific trainings for specific processing requirements.
    Conducting audits to ensure compliance, accountability and address potential issues proactively.
    Serving as the Data Protection Officer and point of contact between the Companies, the Data Commissioner and other Regulatory Authorities and co-operating with them during inspections by answering any complaints or queries raised with regards to Data Protection.
    Monitoring performance and adherence to the requirements of the regulation while providing advice on the data protection impact assessment.
    Creating and maintaining a register on comprehensive records of all data processing activities conducted by the company, including the purposes of all processing activities, which must be made public on request.
    Interfacing with data controllers, data processors and data subjects to inform them about the use of data, the data protection rights, obligations, responsibilities, measures the companies and support functions have put in place to protect personal and/or sensitive information and raise awareness on all of the above.
    Give advice and recommendations to the institutions/support functions and their employees on the interpretation and/or application of the Data Protection Act or any other written law on data privacy.
    Handle queries or complaints internally or externally regarding data confidentiality and use.
    Providing status updates to the Compliance Manager, Senior and Middle Management on a regular basis (at least monthly and drawing immediate attention to any failure to comply with the applicable data protection requirements.
    Support the business in preparation of digital and other privacy statements as may be required for the institutions and supporting functions and ensure processes are put in place for the institutions/support functions to collect consents from the relevant data subjects and partners, have relevant privacy statements provided on all company forms and/or literature, websites and other communication or data collection mediums.
    Prepare an annual work programme at the beginning of each year.

    Key Competencies

    Expertise in data protection law and practice
    A complete understanding of the company’s IT infrastructure, technology, technical and organizational structure.
    Experience and knowledge of the organization’s data processing operations and the level of data protection required for what is
    Should be both reliable and independent, with no prior commitments that would interfere with the monitoring responsibilities of the Data Protection
    Should have excellent management skills and be able to interface easily with both internal staff at all levels and outside
    Personal skills: integrity, initiative, organization, perseverance, discretion, ability to assert himself/herself in difficult circumstances, interest in data protection and motivation to be a Data Protection
    Interpersonal skills: Communication, Negotiation, Conflict Resolution and Ability to build working relationships.

    Qualifications

    Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Science in Computer Science/Bachelor of Laws
    Computer Software Packages
    Privacy Professional Certifications provided by the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) such as Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP), Certified Information Privacy Professional/Information Technology (CIPP/IT).
    Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
    Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certification
    Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) certification

    Relevant Experience

    Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in a mid-management level in a compliance/audit environment, within the financial services industry but preferably in the insurance or banking industry.

    Please apply via Recruitment@jubileekenya.com quoting the Job Reference Number and Position by 23rd February 2022.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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    Recruitment@jubileekenya.com