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  • Finance & Administration Intern

    Finance & Administration Intern

    Al-Khair Foundation, Kenya is looking for an intern in the following area:

    Finance & Administration Intern
    Areas of training/Roles:
    Preparing budgets and financial reports for reporting to Head office, partners or internal usage.
    .Reviewing project financial documentation for compliance—e.g. costs charged to specific project.
    Ensuring field office compliance with financial management systems as per AKF and partners’ requirements, rules and regulations.
    Assist in monitoring project expenditure (burn rates) against the total award budget and against the work plan budget. Discuss project financial performance with the Programs Department.
    .Working collaboratively with Finance Officer to review and oversee project budgets, forecasts, and financial reports for partners and AKF head office and actively contributing in the project risk reviews.
    Working closely with Finance Officer and partners to resolve any financial related issues and following up on open points to ensure they are resolved.
    Travel to project sites to provide finance training to beneficiaries, Provide technical assistance to ensure proper financial management of awards and timely submission of required financial reports.
    Evaluating projects on Cost Benefits Analysis (CBA) and adhere to contract management.
    Assist in processing and recording of payments on a daily basis, including verifying the accuracy of invoices and supporting documents.
    Assist in compiling the Payroll for the AKF Kenya Staff and project staff and ensure submission of PAYE, NHIF and NSSF are done before deadlines to the relevant authorities.
    Assist in maintaining the security and accountability of the office petty cash.
    Assist in undertaking HR roles e,g recruiting, performance appraisals, trainings etc
    Assist in undertaking administration roles e.g maintaining the asset register, office repairs & maintenance etc
    Filing financial documents both physically and digitally.
    Perform other relevant tasks as required.

    Qualifications:

    Bachelor’s degree required in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration
    High levels of proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Outlook
    Good communication skills
    Ability to set priorities, juggle tasks and meet tight deadlines
    Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and work in a culturally diverse team.

    Qualified and interested candidates should send a CV and letter of interest detailing why they should be considered of either of this roles. Indicate “Finance & Administration Intern” in the subject line. Application should be sent to kenya@alkhair.org on or before February 15, 2021.

    Apply via :

    kenya@alkhair.org

  • Solution Architect

    Solution Architect

    We are now looking for a Solution Architect in the End to End Core and Cloud domain, who will be responsible for driving end-to-end, commercially viable, technical solutions for the customers. In this role, you will also be accountable for providing profitable business for Ericsson by translating customer needs, and technology opportunities into detailed technical offering, solutions and proposals.

    You will

    Engage with the customer’s Core planning, engineering and operation teams to understand customer requirements, problems and pain points within the communication services domain
    Scope, define and design solution offerings that address the customer’s needs
    Driving end-to-end technical solutions and handles the role of End-to -End Solution Architect for Communication Services projects.
    Handles the role of the Customer Solution Responsible (CSR) within the Core3 of different opportunities
    Full understanding of the Core Network (Voice and Packet) and Cloud Infrastructure architecture, including related call flows and its integration with the surrounding network elements.
    Analyze customer technology, define business requirements and participate in risk analysis
    Work with core team on defining the list of potential activities and solutions
    Develop technical presentations and proposals, and perform customer presentations to the technical and executive levels
    Provide feedback to R&D with possible enhancement on portfolio
    Participate in knowledge transfer, documentation and information sharing
    Stay abreast of on new technology/technical areas and share information about solution to enable customer competence build

    To be successful in the role you must have

    Education: Bachelor’s degree of Communication Engineering,
    Minimum 10 years of proven experience in Core and Cloud projects and Pre-Sales engagements
    Domain experience: area of expertise – Communication Services, Packet Core and Cloud Infra
    Experience as end to end solution architect with proven record of related projects
    Proven experience of driving engagements in the Pre-Sales phase
    Excellent Presentation Skills and Communication Skills

    What´s in it for you?

    Here at Ericsson, our culture is built on over a century of courageous decisions. With us, you will no longer be dreaming of what the future holds – you will be redefining it. You won’t develop for the status quo, but will build what replaces it. Joining us is a way to move your career in any direction you want; with hundreds of career opportunities in locations all over the world, in a place where co-creation and collaboration are embedded into the walls. You will find yourself in a speak-up environment where empathy and humanness serve as cornerstones for how we work, and where work-life balance is a priority. Welcome to an inclusive, global company where your opportunity to make an impact is endless.

    Apply via :

    .com

  • Regional Finance Manager

    Regional Finance Manager

    The Regional Finance Manager will be located in one of the Ipas country or country offices and reports to the Senior Manager, International Finance in NC.
    This position provides support to Country Finance Managers to ensure strong country office finance functioning, providing the necessary support to on financial reporting, systems managements, organizational and donor policies and procedures implementation and compliance. This position also provides thought and leadership partnership to In-Country Finance managers.
    This position requires the ability to develop strong financial tools and mechanisms to improve financial reporting and reconciliation, internal controls, and will also be required to conduct periodic internal reviews and comprehensive control audits for assigned countries.

    Financial Accounting, Reporting and Controls

    In Partnership With Country Finance Managers, Provide Support To

    Ensure all accounting and finance systems as well as the procurement process in the country offices is in compliance with Ipas Standard Operating Procedures. Ensure timely month & year-end financial close of the assigned countries as per the closing calendar. Perform comprehensive review of country office financial reports, balance sheet accounts and reconciliations with supporting schedules. Support improvements through regular feed-back. Also ensure all analysis and working papers are regularly uploaded on the designated central location on the server. Ensure compliance with the local financial and registration regulations and tax laws and ensure that there are no exposures. Support the implementation of internal and external audits as and when required. In coordination with the Country Director, identify and ensure implementation of any corrective actions to address issues found during external and internal audit/reviews. Regularly perform limited scope audit and as a part of it, review electronic supporting documents for selected expenses to ensure accuracy, compliance with Ipas established Finance Standard Operating Procedures Maintain positive working relationships with the Country Offices’ Finance Managers and Country Directors and responds to their finance and SOP related questions in a timely manner with excellent written and verbal communications.

    Human Resources & Development

    In Partnership With Country Directors

    Provide on-going skills building and technical assistance to Country Office finance staff and Country Directors in all areas of accounting, budgeting, the use of Workday, financial management and SOP compliance, as needed or requested. Assist the Country Director in recruiting, orienting and onboarding new Country Finance Manager, including to Ipas’ Financial SOPs. Support the Country Finance Managers to train staff on Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), as needed, and ensuring adherence to SOPs. Serve as Acting Country Finance Manager, if requested, as vacancies occur.

    Other Duties As Assigned.

    Ipas is strongly committed to providing a work environment that is free from all forms of harassment, discrimination, and inequity. We recruit, employ, train, promote, and compensate our personnel without regard to race, age, sex, religion, national origin, color, creed, ancestry, citizenship, caste, ethnicity, regional identity, tribal identity, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, transgender status, sexual orientation, or any other personal characteristic protected by law or outlined by Ipas policy. Ipas acknowledges that these personal characteristics may differ in different contexts.

    Apply via :

    ipas.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com

  • Pricing Analyst

    Pricing Analyst

    ROLE OVERVIEW 
    Reporting to the EAR Head of Customer Solutions Management & Architecture, the Pricing Analyst will provide be responsible for tracking marketplace metrics and trends, as well as establishing, maintaining and analyzing price reference documentation in order to uncover key market and pricing insights.
    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

    Carry out price analyses, analyze demand data and competitor and market trends in order to develop price book aligned with operating market environment
    Develop a system of communication, documentation and review of internal and external comparative pricing data and manage pricing procedure, enhance processes
    Work with Head of Customer Solutions to develop solution pricing structures and strategies to help enhance profitability, ensuring integrity and accuracy in all pricing matters
    Manage BAFA pricing decisions considering cost, margin and market
    Appraise customer and LTK projects and provide investment guidance based on detailed RoI working and reports
    Define, agree and publish rate cards for all LTK solutions and segments to be used in the pricing tool every quarter including offnet services pricing in liaison with the group and procurement organization including the associated processes and tools
    Provide bid/RFQ/P – work with sales, solutions, marketing, technical and finance functions to define and deliver both commercial and technical propositions based on customers’ business needs and competitive response; provide data analysis, benchmarking, pricing and overall P&L impact
    Support the sales and bid teams for any new framework opportunities from a pricing perspective engaging with key stakeholders to ensure appropriate bespoke commercial support is provided
    Deliver meaningful, accurate and timely performance management reports to demonstrate performance and achievement against key performance indicators. Develop the supporting narrative for interpreting the meaning and significance of the information
    Conduct quantitative research and analysis on data, markets, customer behavior and trends in enterprise, wholesale and retail markets
    Quantitatively evaluate the market size, competitor accomplishments and make recommendations
    Develop a standard reporting suite and dashboard
    Identification of relevant data sources and coordination of data gathering for relevant sales and revenue reports across all segments and by product for analysing and monitoring performance trends
    Provide management information and reporting
    Provide high quality analytical support by developing, clarifying and documenting business requirements, identifying appropriate data sources, extracting/cleansing data, developing appropriate presentation formats and explaining outputs
    Provide weekly and monthly deck of key insights from the KPIs tracked per product per segment and reports for filing with the regulator (Communications Authority) and Regional/Group leadership

    QUALIFICATIONS

    University Degree – Computer Technology, Computer Science, Information Technology or Engineering
    ACCA or CPA(K) or related certification (Project, Product, Data Analysis

    EXPERIENCE

    At least 3 years’ experience in Business Analysis, Pricing, Product or Solutions Management role in telecommunication / technology sector with expert knowledge in preparation of products pricing, budgets and forecasts
    At least 3 years’ experience in B2B and B2C in ICT/Telecommunication industry
    Experience with Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, scripting and any other analytical tools
    Experience in reporting, presentation and benchmarking

    Apply via :

    www.linkedin.com

  • Senior Researcher

    Senior Researcher

    Kimetrica seeks dynamic and committed candidates for the position of Senior Researcher.
    OBJECTIVE:
    The successful candidate will be able to design and manage both large and small research projects and impact evaluations, providing leadership in quantitative and qualitative analytics. We are looking for seasoned professionals with a track record in high-quality publications. Key position objectives include:

    Provide high quality, high impact research to key humanitarian and developmental decision-makers
    Focus on fragile states
    Provide technical leadership and research quality assurance
    Design and implement research projects using robust qualitative and quantitative methods
    Manage and mentor research staff
    Contribute to the broader department’s research strategy on how to expand and strengthen our research offerings

    RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Design of research studies and instruments, sampling etc
    Data analysis and write up
    Policy analysis and write up- including regular submissions to peer-reviewed journals
    Team management and oversight of research projects, including coaching and mentoring of junior staff
    Project proposals /grant writing
    QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:
    Required:
    Postgraduate qualification, preferably PhD or equivalent, in relevant discipline (economics, epidemiology, public health) with a quantitative / statistical focus
    Strong applied research skills with demonstrated experience in RCT, mixed method, and robust qualitative research designs
    Demonstrated experience designing sampling frames
    Advanced analytical skills, including in-depth knowledge and working experience using quantitative statistical packages (Python, R, SPSS, etc.) and qualitative research analytics (NVivo, Atlas.ti, etc.)
    Ability to synthesize and summarize complex data
    Ability to communicate results in meaningful ways using concise and analytical writing
    Strong English language skills
    Developing country experience
    Experience managing complex research projects
    Ability to find the best, flexible research solutions in potentially challenging working conditions
    Interest and ability to mentor junior staff, possibly remotely

    Preferred

    Python

    Experience conducting research in insecure locations

    Track record in successful publications

    Experience conducting research focused on social protection, food security, disaster risk reduction and management (DDRM) a plus

    SALARY RANGE: KES 230,000-300,000 per month
    JOB LOCATION: Nairobi, Kenya. Currently all staff are working from home due to the COVID situation.
    BENEFITS:
    We offer the following benefits:

    Competitive salary package
    Medical aid, SACCO, life insurance
    Generous vacation, holidays and sick leave

    Email CV to jobs@kimetrica.com with subject line: Senior Researcher

    Apply via :

    jobs@kimetrica.com

  • Social Media Manager

    Social Media Manager

    We are a young, fast-moving, aggressive and results oriented company. We need people on our team who will never be satisfied with the status quo. You need to  be a results oriented person who works toward continuous improvement. 
     
    COMPETENCIES:

    Social media strategy at campaign and mechanics level
    Creative content creation & copywriting 
    Knowledge of and strong ability to use Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok & Snapchat
    Written & Oral Communication
    Customer care 
    Work ethic
    Knowledgeable of publishing, social media listening and analysis tools
    An understanding of traditional & digital marketing
    Efficiency & top-notch organization
    Teamwork
    Proactivity/takes initiative

    Apply via :

    www.linkedin.com

  • Research Assistant, Qualitative Gender Research- ICRISAT

    Research Assistant, Qualitative Gender Research- ICRISAT

    Under the guidance of scientists, this role is an implementation role: implementing Qualitative Gender Research in ICRISAT ESA region including:

    Managing partnerships with the national implementing partners and other collaborators involved in qualitative gender research,
    Literature review on qualitative research state of the art publications in the relevant sectors,
    monitoring of qualitative field activities and their implementation,
    planning and executing qualitative data collection in the field,
    collating and organizing qualitative data for analysis as well as analysis implementation,
    In consultation with the team leader, drafting of reports based on qualitative data compilations and
    Any other assignments that the team leader or the Regional Director may assign from time to time.

    Requirements

    Masters in Anthropology, social science.
    1-year experience in a similar role.
    Skills in sociology, anthropology, research methods, gender theory. Competencies in field work implementation, field tools design, data collection, field data management, reports compilation.

    Apply via :

    recruit.zohopublic.com

  • General Director EAS

    General Director EAS

    Job Summary
    1. Field of expertise required to carry out the job

    Desired – Medical/Paramedical
    Other relevant disciplines, with experience in medical humanitarian organisations

    2. Recommendable Academic Education / Specialised Courses / Languages required for the job

    Degree or master’s in medical, Humanitarian or international relations studies, advanced level in management and relevant specialisation courses.
    Fluency in written and spoken English.
    Fluency in additional languages used widely in EA is an added advantage.

    3. Previous experience in a similar job or in other jobs within the MSF Organisation or the humanitarian Sector

    Significant experience in the humanitarian field of work (minimum 7 years)
    Extensive high-level management experience at a strategic level (minimum 3 years).
    Knowledge, work experience (minimum 2 years) and understanding of the Eastern African geo-political context required

    4. Other requirements:

    Strong presentation & writing skills through applied basic computer knowledge and skills: word, excel, PowerPoint.
    Competencies and Skills
    Full adherence and commitment to the principles and goals of MSF
    Strong leadership and decision-making capacity
    Strong people-management skills
    Strategic vision and analytical thinking
    Orientation to service and results
    Strong communication and negotiation skills

    Responsibilities
    1) Strategy, vision, planning and general management

    Lead the EAS team in the implementation of short- and long-term vision, strategies and policies that maximize its contribution to the wider MSF movement.
    Identify organizational opportunities and risks and steer the organizational risk management and appropriate structure, functions and processes.
    Develop multiyear vision and strategy by preparation and regularly review the annual plan in cooperation with the Management team and reporting to the EAS Board.
    Actively participate in the reporting and planning cycle of EAS & align with the international requirements.
    To steer and help develop the EAS 2021-2023 MSF EAS Strategic Plan, and the next cycle EAS strategic plan.
    To support and ensure the realisation of MSF EAS departments action plans and strategic activities related to MSF SA Strategic Plan.
    Ensure realization of new proposed dossiers of the EAS through relevant engagements and lobbying.
    Ensure final budget responsibility and control for the EAS.
    To ensure, together with the head of Finance and the external auditor, the timely finalisation of EAS annual accounts audit and reporting. 
    Supervise all efforts to ensure that the different groups and sub-units in the office are well coordinated and that a proper working environment is maintained.
    Provide effective management of a very diverse office and oversight of a variety of technical capacities.
    Assures proper security measures and tools are in place in the EAS to guarantee a proper work environment and wellbeing for the staff working in the EAS Office.
    Supervise the office-functioning ensuring proper legal and administrative compliance internally and externally.
    To ensure a smooth and timely transition from BO to section as per the EAS transition plan to enable the EAS function independently.
    To coach, empower, mentor MT and staff in order to increasingly build leadership and management capacities in the section and ensure the staff’s creative growth and to optimize results and performances in these areas of expertise.

    2) Representation, advocacy, lobby

    Guarantee the sound reputation, coherent identity, image of MSF in front of external stakeholders.
    Institutional Representative of MSF to external contacts such as UN agencies, diplomatic bodies, the Humanitarian community, think tanks and academia amongst others.
    Actively advocate for MSF’s positions and interests, maximizing its impact on behalf of populations in danger with key constituencies by playing a leading role in carrying out international movement campaigns in Kenya.
    The GD EAS will work closely with the HART team, Access Campaign and the International office for all issues and campaigns of global interest. This applies mostly to humanitarian diplomacy and communication activities.
    Act as a key spokesperson for MSF’s communication initiatives when needed. MSF Spokesperson – for media based in Eastern Africa and/or for issues related to East African region.
    Ensure adequate funding and budgetary allocations of the EAS through development of alliances/engagement/collaborations/contributions/commitments with MSF Institutional Members in order to get the allocation of resources needed to accomplish the mission and ambitions of EAS.
    Representative of MSF in the frame of the Host Country Agreement in Kenya (TBD).
    Institutional Representative of MSF at different regional platforms in Eastern Africa (humanitarian, political…).

    3) Networking, engagement and Collaborations

    Responsible for the development of any EAS partnerships in the region that are considered opportune for the MSF social mission.
    Participate actively in relevant international working groups and committees.
    Communicate at major platforms on opportunities and potential of EAS for further collaboration/interaction.
    Contribute to strategic discussions, advising and reporting to the Board on operations/activities of the Section.
    Participate and contribute to the positive development of the GD forum and internal dynamics.
    Participate in annual Full Excom and the General Directors platforms
    Build and maintain a good relationship with other GDs and the IO.

    4) Contribution to MSF Social mission/Support to Operations

    Participate in key strategic operational moments and actively contribute to the reflection and critical analysis on medical and humanitarian challenges, stakes and practices of MSF.
    Ensure constant constructive challenge and propose alternatives to centralized procedures, protocols, strategies and policies which could be more effective if decentralized.
    Create and host/support platforms and ensure continuous exchange and discussion with MSF operational entities within the EA region.
    Negotiate with various operation centres in the region to develop a harmonised operational response within the region that could be cost efficient yet effective.
    Ensure continued engagement MSF entities on opportunities for operational support in the region.
    Work closely with the head of OCBA Nairobi Operational Support Hub as well as other hosted entities for areas of mutual collaboration, synergies and support.

    6) Role of GD in EAS Governance

    To support EAS governance by providing the EAS BoD with all information needed to assist in policy shaping and reporting for the follow-up of executive activities and performance/results.
    Represents the Executive Management at Board meetings and works in close collaboration with the Board to deliver on the approved strategy
    To participate in all EAS board meetings & contribute to Board meeting agenda
    To participate in all EAS General Assemblies and represent the executive office in MSF General Assemblies.
    Together with the Board, ensure active participation in the international platforms of MSF and all other international themes and dossiers needed to be debated/discussed and ratified by the EAS BoD.
    To participate in country intersectional Field Associative Debates (FAD), regional associative meetings whenever possible.
    Develop MSF EAS position in the various international platforms (OCBA/OCA, Full-Excom, Core+ or any other bilateral relations with MSF entities)

    Apply via :

    msf.or.ke

  • Research Assistant, Qualitative Gender Research- ICRISAT

    Research Assistant, Qualitative Gender Research- ICRISAT

    Under the guidance of scientists, this role is an implementation role: implementing Qualitative Gender Research in ICRISAT ESA region including:

    Managing partnerships with the national implementing partners and other collaborators involved in qualitative gender research,
    Literature review on qualitative research state of the art publications in the relevant sectors,
    monitoring of qualitative field activities and their implementation,
    planning and executing qualitative data collection in the field,
    collating and organizing qualitative data for analysis as well as analysis implementation,
    In consultation with the team leader, drafting of reports based on qualitative data compilations and
    Any other assignments that the team leader or the Regional Director may assign from time to time.

    Requirements

    Masters in Anthropology, social science.
    1-year experience in a similar role.
    Skills in sociology, anthropology, research methods, gender theory. Competencies in field work implementation, field tools design, data collection, field data management, reports compilation.

    Apply via :

    recruit.zohopublic.com