Jobs Kenya

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  • Intern, Africa Regional Planning & Coordination

    Intern, Africa Regional Planning & Coordination

    Job purpose
    As an Intern, Regional Planning and Coordination, you will assist the Regional Planning and Coordination team in the execution of regional priorities and initiatives as well as any other responsibilities assigned to you by your Supervisor. This will provide you the opportunity to learn, work in a cross-functional team, and be mentored throughout the period.
    Duties and responsibilities:

    Attend meetings, take minutes, and prepare meeting notes in due time.
    Miscellaneous admin duties and support the regional team.
    Assist in preparing presentations and report documents.
    Support on any other tasks as assigned.

    Requirements
    Work Experience and Skills:

    Strong communication and interpersonal skills: the ability to work effectively with a variety of people in a multicultural environment.
    Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for impressive presentations and effective report writing.
    Ability to maintain confidentiality.
    Proven attention to detail: the ability to track and process multiple details simultaneously and accurately.
    Solid writing, editing, and visual skills: the ability to draft and edit professional documents and correspondence.
    Proficiency in Microsoft and Google suites.
    Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to motivate project teams.

    Qualifications:

    A recent graduate (within three years) in Development Studies, Business Administration, Project Management, Strategic Management, or any other related field.

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    jobs.workable.com

  • Government Relations Intern

    Government Relations Intern

    About the role
    The Government Relations Intern is responsible for building and maintaining strategic relationships with the community gatekeepers, county and national governments including the police in our areas of operation so as to always ensure an enabling environment for a thriving business.
    Duties and Responsibilities

    Establish, network and maintain continuous relationships with area location leadership (chief, assistant chief, village elders and police) in the designated area of operation.
    Establish, network and maintain continuous relationships with ward administration (ward administrator, public health and environment officers, and other relevant ward departmental officials) in the designated area of operation.
    Learning how to establish, network and maintain continuous relationships with informal community groups in the designated areas of operation.
    Collaborate with focal, influential persons within these groups, maintaining constant contact with them and keeping comprehensive records of the same.
    With help of teammates – Actively plan, participate and attend public participation forums, meetings and activities, community barazas, forums and discussions held by such interest groups to lobby for the organization’s interests.
    Facilitate opportunities and strategies for raising concerns and possible conflicts outside the network, with possible practical solutions to resolve such conflicts
    Provide information, advice and client support during pre-installation through to post-installation, in regards to challenges arising from such interest groups.
    Speedy turnaround time in getting our structures approved to ensure hassle-free installations.
    Effective communication of the FL business model to stakeholders and ensuring that Fresh Life is included in the list of stakeholders involved in sanitation in his/her area.
    Liaising with the Government Relations Operations – Assistant Manager on all issues that touch on the general operations of the field
    Ensure proper e-filing of secured company’s Dropbox folders and Google Drive. Handle the team’s scheduling of meetings, event planning and logistical/administrative requirements/tasks.
    Carry out any other duties as may be called upon from time to time

    Qualifications

    Degree in Social Sciences related to community, social work, Policy & Administration or any other relevant degree.
    Demonstrated knowledge of Government Structures and County Government By-Laws of Kenya
    Proven experience in lobbying the government and working with informal communities 
    Having worked in a compliance-related environment would be an added advantage
    Evidence of having worked in the informal settlements of Nairobi is preferred.
    Well-developed written, oral, interpersonal, negotiation, conflict resolution and communication skills with a high degree of sensitivity for confidentiality, Discretion, tact and diplomacy
    Computer skills, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

    Desired Attributes

    High level of attention to detail, self-motivated, and a team player
    Able to take a proactive approach on projects and work with minimal direction 
    Able to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
    Trustworthy, discreet, loyal, and must maintain confidentiality 
    Aptitude to respond creatively to adjustments made to assigned tasks
    75% of the job is field based mainly in the informal settlements, liaising between different offices/ tasks

    Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: using the position as subject of email.

    Apply via :

    odoo.saner.gy

  • Intern -Project Support Intern – Urban Equity Alternative Land Dispute Resolution Expert (National Consultant Ugand)

    Intern -Project Support Intern – Urban Equity Alternative Land Dispute Resolution Expert (National Consultant Ugand)

    Competencies
    Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively. Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others, and responds appropriately. Asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication. Tailors language, tone, style, and format to match the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
    Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others. Places team agenda before personal agenda. Supports and acts in accordance with a final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position. Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
    Client orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view. Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect. Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions. Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems. Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects. Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.
    Education
    Applicants must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements:

    Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);
    Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent);
    Have graduated with Bachelor’s degree, Masters, PhD or equivalent
    Be computer literate in standard software applications (Microsoft Office).
    Have demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter;
    Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which includes the willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.
    Preferred areas of studies: Urban Development/Studies, Social Sciences, Development Studies, public relations, economics, International Relations, or any other related field.

    Work Experience

    No working experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Programme. Your training, education, advance course work or skills should benefit the United Nations during your internship.
    Academic knowledge of urban development, spatial/urban planning and/or social Sciences is desirable.
    Knowledge of urban best practices is desirable.
    Computer literacy in standard software applications (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) is required.

    Languages
    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this internship, fluency in oral and written English is required. Proficiency in Chinese is desirable. Knowledge of another official UN language is desirable.

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  • Market Risk Intern

    Market Risk Intern

    Job Summary
    Participate in an internship programme in order to maximise individual and organisational development, through the execution of predefined internship objectives.
    Job Description

    Workplace experiences: Attend and participate in all workplace experiences against agreed development objectives
    Learning: Attend and participate in all training and development interventions against agreed development objectives
    Ad Hoc duties: Provide support to customers and team as required to ensure team performance on an ongoing basis
    Administration: Effectively fulfil all required administrative duties, including tracking and reporting

    Apply via :

    absa.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com

  • Client Services Interns – Day & Night Shift Investments Journalism Internship

    Client Services Interns – Day & Night Shift Investments Journalism Internship

    RESPONSIBILITIES

    Effectively handle clients calls, queries and emails
    Build strong relationship management and integration with other business units across the company for efficient services delivery to clients
    Identifying opportunities to improve current processes to be at par with the changing client requirements
    Handling clients complaints and ensuring that they have been resolved.
    Keep all relevant clients’ records and contact details.
    Handling client and leads assignments within the service-level agreement (SLA) timelines
    Handling client trainings, client events and client site visits
    Ensure proper recording of all transactions including: client’s contributions, withdrawals, rollovers and any corporate actions
    Drive efficiency by spearheading automation processes and enhance internal systems for communication within the department
    Follow up on clients’ overdue payments by sending payment reminders
    Ensure timely issuance of business confirmations to clients
    Ensuring proper Know Your Client (KYC) is done on all onboardings
    Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time

    REQUIREMENTS

    Must have achieved at least a Minimum C
    Must hold a diploma qualification.
    Ability to work on a day and night shift
    Working knowledge in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
    Demonstrated attention to detail, accuracy, and ability to follow data entry/department standards
    Excellent communication and relationship building skills
    Ability to carry out assigned tasks to completion with minimal directions
    Covid-19 vaccination certificate

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  • Public Policy Internship

    Public Policy Internship

    What you Will Do

    Fully support company’s Public Affairs strategy and execute it in different phases
    Create and curate engaging content
    Communicate and build relationships with current or prospect stakeholders
    Effectively utilize company’s social media and blogs
    Assist in administrative duties
    Schedule, coordinate and attend various events
    Perform research and market analysis activities

    What you Will Bring

    A bachelor’s/master’s degree in business or international relations
    Strong desire to learn along with professional drive
    Solid understanding of the different social networks
    Excellent verbal and written communication skills
    Efficiency at MS Office
    Passion for the Public Affairs industry and its best practices

    Apply via :

    jobs.lever.co

  • Concierge Intern

    Concierge Intern

    What is in it for you:

    Learning programs through our Academies and the opportunity to earn qualifications while on internship
    Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
    Ability to make a difference in the local community through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21 

    What you will be doing:

    Responsible for the delivery of Guests to their room, luggage, messages and any other items for delivery within the Hotel
    Consistently offer professional, friendly and engaging service
    Ensure the timely and efficient transfer of luggage to and from the guest’s room
    Ensure the guest is familiar with their room upon arrival ie. temperature control, amenities, hotel services
    Maintain a presence in the Lobby when not delivering luggage to guest rooms, offering assistance to Guests, under the direction of the supervisor
    Assist guests regarding hotel facilities in an informative and helpful way
    Follow department policies, procedures and service standards, including all safety policies 
    Other duties as assigned

    Your experience and skills include:

    Previous customer service experience required
    Service focused personality is essential
    Previous experience as a Bellperson/Porter an asset
    Valid  driver’s license
    Excellent communication skills and a professional presentation
    Ability to work cohesively with fellow colleagues as part of a team
    Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
    Highly responsible & reliable
    Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times
    Physically fit and able to lift 15+kg and carry guest luggage
    Possibility of making a study agreement of at least 6 months

    Apply via :

    careers.accor.com