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October 26, 2024
October 26, 2024
Field Officers Project Manager

Job Description

Lake Region Development Programme a Child—focused development organization, intends to implement a 3 year “Strengthening the House of Nanny 3 – Youth in Entrepreneurial and Livelihood Development Project in Rachuonyo North (Homa bay County) and Rongo (Migori County) through funding from ChildFund Deutschland.
We are seeking a suitable applicant to fill the following position:
Based in Rongo & Kendu Bay
Reporting to the Project Manager.
Key Responsibilities
Field Officers will be responsible for:

Identifying, assessment and facilitating the recruitment processes for Youth entrepreneurs, senior community members and Government Officers to participate in the project activities.
Delivering entrepreneurs trainings and organizing additional growth trainings tailored to the needs of youth entrepreneurs based on needs identified during regular evaluation of youth business models.
Coordinate the collection and timely submission of data collected from Youth entrepreneurial activities, capacity building activities for Youth, Economic strengthening activities targeting selected senior community members and Government Officers involved in Youth livelihood initiatives in the project areas.

Requirements

A minimum of a Diploma, preferably in Entrepreneurship/Community Development work with at least three (3) years’ demonstrated experience in the community based projects particularly those targeting youth and other vulnerable Community members in implementing and training business skills / entrepreneurship / saving groups
Proven organizational, analytical, negotiating, communication (oral and written) and training skills
Knowledge of local language will be added advantage

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October 26, 2024
October 25, 2024
Plant Scientist

We are seeking a talented, enthusiastic Plant Scientist to manage our plant management and horticulture in Naivasha, Kenya.
This role is a key part of our Kenya operations and plant science teams, focussed on maintaining smooth, problem free execution of DryGro’s aquatic plant cultures in field trials and experimentation.
This position will be based in Naivasha Kenya and will involve a fair amount of field work.
Job Responsibilities

Managing plant health and productivity during field trials
Collecting data from experiments and trials to gain insights
Coordinating with our Plant Science and Operations teams in the implementation of new plant-related technologies into new and existing sites
Keeping up to date on research in related fields
Collecting data through experimentation and existing operations
Maintain clean, organized experiments
Ensure that all sterilization and containment protocols are adhered to
Identifying opportunities to improve processes and inform the rest of the team
Producing reports on progress, experiment status, and issues regularly

Requirements
Beyond having excellent work ethic and a naturally team-oriented mentality, successful candidates will need initiative, rigour in their process, and a drive towardoutstanding execution.
Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Plant Science or equivalent
1 year minimum professional horticultural experience
Prior hands-on experience with horticulture and laboratory experimentation with plants
Strong grasp of plant science fundamentals, including genetics, molecular biology, and horticulture
High attention to detail and drive for excellence in quality
Ability to manage granular experimentation, but also view big-picture objectives
Based in Kenya, able to work daily from Naivasha or other field trials
Strong communication skills and an ability to adapt to a variety of cultures
Highly organised, habitually employing laboratory best-practices

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s in Plant Science or equivalent
Proven track record of successful research outputs
Strong base knowledge in chemistry
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Benefits:
Our team is motivated by the potential to mitigate the impacts of climate change and increase food security around the world. This role is core to our operations, playing a significant role in our development and in our ability to impact the world.
Within this role, you will have the opportunity to work with an elite team of engineers, strategists and technologists. You will get exposure to a range of fields, and there are plenty of opportunities for skill upgrading and escalation of this role.
Competitive salaries offered. DryGro is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from all backgrounds and identities.
This role will be commencing summer of 2018.

October 25, 2024
Planning and Data Analyst

Department: Team Leader, Back Office
Location: Nairobi
Position Reporting to: Head of Customer Experience
Job Purpose / Summary: Reporting to Team Leader, Back Office; the Planning & Data Analyst is expected to turn data into information and information into insights to guide business decisions.
The Analyst will conduct full operations lifecycle activities to include requirements analysis and design, develop analysis and reporting capabilities, and continuously monitor performance and quality control plans to identify improvement areas.
Key Roles:

Provide weekly, monthly and annual forecasts and resource planning in order to support the department performance objectives
Interpret data, analyze results using statistical techniques and provide ongoing reports
Identify, analyze, and interpret trends or patterns in complex data sets
Generate and distribute management reports (periodic and ad hoc) in an accurate and timely manner
Develop and implement data collection systems and other strategies that optimize statistical efficiency and data quality
Acquire data from primary or secondary data sources and maintain databases/data systems
Review system reports and performance indicators to locate improvement opportunities on process, service and resource planning
Work closely with management to prioritize business and information needs
Defining inputs for ad hoc Business Case justification
Analyze business information to identify process improvements for increasing business efficiency and effectiveness
Participate in cross-functional meetings to resolve recurring customer issues
Link to IT & other source departments on system issues relating to reporting
Ensure there is a recovery plan on data relating to customer support operations
Manage the information systems through defining data entry & extraction points
Define system access matrixes for Team as per security and IT Policies
Provide customer support and assistance in issue troubleshooting and resolution

Experience & Background Needed

A good understanding of customer support resources, forecasting and planning techniques and how their successful deployment can deliver step change in the customer experience and operation efficiency
2 years’ experience in a large 24/7 and diverse customer support operation, preferably in ICT sector
Experience with Workforce Management technologies, preferably within a multi-site or multi-skilled, complex telephony environment
Recent and demonstrable experience in data analysis, reporting and planning
Technical expertise regarding data models, database design development, data mining and segmentation techniques
Knowledge of statistics and experience using statistical packages for analysing large datasets (Excel, SPSS, SAS etc)
Added advantage – reporting packages (Business Objects etc), databases (SQL etc), programming (XML, Javascript, or ETL frameworks)
Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organise, analyse, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy
Adept at queries, report writing and presenting findings
BS in Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, Information Management or Statistics

October 25, 2024
Business Development Associate

Job Purpose:
The Business Development Officer will prospect for new clients, generate interest from potential clients, grow and retain existing accounts. S/he will focus on exploring business growth within the network, develop a business plan and execute it with the team and deliver on business results, Will have a thorough knowledge of business development practices, the market, industry trends and the solutions and services the company can provide to gain a competitive advantage.
Business Development:

Develop in-depth knowledge of the sector/thematic priority areas for Empathy solutions and systematically gather information regarding clients’ and funding agencies’ strategies and programming initiatives in these areas.
Identify and build relationships with new and potential clients.
Develop and maintain a database of clients, consultants and companies
Develop and promote new and existing services with clients and partners, and develop unique selling proposition and differentiators to create a competitive edge for Empathy solutions
Expand Empathy solutions network of strategic partners, associates and consultants by identifying and quality assuring new consultants (Kenyan and international), and maintain regular contact with these.
Manage the Empathy solutions CV database.
Support the Empathy solutions management in reflecting business trends and opportunities in business plans.
Support other Empathy solutions staff and strategic partners in establishing and developing networks.

Tendering:

Assist in the proposal process (bids) for multiple proposals to stay on schedule, and present for review and approval prior to finalization and submission.
Assist in due diligence process and fact finding missions.
Advice on and assist outreach to relevant consultants and companies to pursue options for entry of consortia and partnerships for bids. Maintain contact and negotiate with identified consultants and partners.
Analyze tender requirements and technical, costing and other issues of relevance to bids and provide substantive written inputs to proposals in areas of competence.
Ensure all relevant documentation for bids is complete and accurate, and that all, commercial and contractual correspondence with clients and participating partners and consultants are efficiently addressed and closed out.
Analyze the proposal schedule, monitor progress and highlight potential risks for on time delivery, and recommend corrective action for approval.
Prepare reports such as summary schedules, proposal overviews, competitive overviews and cost/price summaries

Requirements:

A candidate living in Nakuru and its environs
Qualification in relevant field of study.
At least over 1 year relevant working experience in a similar role, preferably in a private upcoming company and/or development agency.
Working knowledge in tendering process for development projects is essential.
Demonstrated ability to proactively seek out new business opportunities.
Strong analytical and conceptualization skills. Capable of hands-on problem-solving, with ability to generate ideas and solutions.
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal with good report writing skills.
Ability to communicate with stakeholders and partners from a wide range of professional backgrounds.
Excellent planning, organizational and facilitation skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver exceptional results within deadlines and set budgets. Efficiency, accuracy and attention to detail.
Self-driven with ability to work and deliver without supervision

October 25, 2024
Social Media Manager

Details:
SOWHO, hospitality Solutions Company is looking to fill a social media manager vacancy.
Social Media Skills
You will need to have:

a solid understanding of the use of a range of social media platforms, particularly in relation to advertising/branding and customers
strong editing and writing skills suitable for each platform, from knowing how to write a successful tweet to using effective storytelling techniques
knowledge and understanding of algorithms and search engine optimization
creative skills for contributing new and innovative ideas
strong verbal communication skills for articulating ideas to colleagues and clients
organizational skills, with the capacity to prioritize and work across multiple projects
the ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
data analysis skills and statistical prowess to draw actionable insights
online community management and customer service skills to strike the balance between publicity and stimulating direct discussion with potential and actual customers
an eye for detail and the ability to work accurately
Excellent team work and networking skills.

Responsibilities
As a social media manager, you’ll need to:

develop a social media strategy and set goals to increase brand awareness and increase engagement
manage all social media channels such as LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Google + and Instagram
plan content and delivery and use tools like Hootsuite and Asana to manage multiple social media channels
develop and manage competitions and campaigns that promote the organization and brand
write engaging blog posts and articles
create engaging multimedia content
form key relationships with influencers across the social media platforms
manage and facilitate social media communities by responding to social media posts and developing discussions
monitor and report on performance on social media platforms using tools such as Google Analytics
educate other staff on the use of social media and promote its use within the company (in-house roles)
Regularly liaise with clients via telephone, email, conference calls or face-to-face (agency roles).

Your key Achievements in the organization include:

Brand Development
Identify Target Customers
Set Clear Objectives
Visual Design and Web Development Strategy
Solid Content Strategy
Promotion Strategy
Engagement Strategy
Conversion Strategy
Measure & Analyze to Establish ROI

Interviews will take place on Friday, 15th June 2018. Further details of the interview will be communicated on email to qualified applicants.

October 25, 2024
Field Sales Representative

Job brief
We are looking for a competitive field sales representative to develop sales strategies and attract new clients. The successful salesperson will source new sales opportunities and close sales to achieve quotas.

The successful candidate will play a key role in increasing income and revenue by managing and negotiating with clients, generating leads, qualifying prospects and managing sales of products and services. As an outside sales representative, or sales agent, they will also research sales competition.

Job Responsibilities

“Get the sale” using various customer sales methods (door-to-door, cold calling, presentations etc)
Forecast sales, develop “out of the box” sales strategies/models and evaluate their effectiveness
Evaluate customers skills, needs and build productive long lasting relationships
Meet personal and team sales targets
Research accounts and generate or follow through sales leads
Attend meeting, sales events and trainings to keep abreast of the latest developments
Report and provide feedback to management using financial statistical data
Maintain and expand client database within your assigned territory

Requirements

Proven sales experience
Track record of over-achieving quota
Familiarity with different sales techniques
Computer use competency
Strong communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills
Self motivated and driven
Minimum 2 years in the sales field

October 25, 2024
Declaration Clerk

Job description
The ideal candidate will be responsible for professionally carrying out customs declaration while observing utmost accuracy to avoid customs rejections and punitive measures and co-ordinate processing of customs clearance documentation.
Job Responsibilities

Receive declaration/documentation instructions from clients/sales team
Continuously monitor operations and guard against fraudulent
Attain a seamless flow of all sea/Air freight documentation.
Maintain an updated and effective contact with customs on all new regulations as well as reporting to the management on any changes in business procedures.
Perform accurate and timely declaration upon receipt of all clearing documents from the operations manager to eliminate delays and avoid customs offences
Liaising closely with internal departments to coordinate the import and export of goods.
Coordination on all shipments including preparation of all documentation, working with shipping line, airlines, freight forwarders and inland carriers, providing updates, obtaining POD’s and charges, and performing all necessary data entry.
Customer service to include initiating and follow-up with customers and carriers to resolve problems, answer questions, correspondence and reports
Ensure compliance to all regulations regarding Imports and Exports.
Follow up correspondence between various statutory bodies and the Company e.g. KRA, KEBS, KPA, etc. including resolving Customs related and entry issues.
Be fully conversant with import and export laws and regulations. You will be expected to maintain your understanding and keep up-to-date with changes as they occur, so as to be able to advise customers on import and export restrictions, tariff systems, insurance requirements and all other customs related matters.
Establish and maintain a good working relationship with customs office.
Liaise with suppliers for timely shipments, follow up for documents to be received and goods cleared well in time to avoid late documentation charges and storage charges.
Allocating the correct license depending on type of goods being imported.
Ensuring all documents are received in time, confirms correctness of documents and that they are complete.
Perform accurate and timely declaration upon receipt of all clearing documents from the client.
To carry out any other duties that may be assigned by the Management from time to time.
Reference from a reputable company.

Requirements

Degree/Diploma in Logistics, Clearing and Forwarding or Shipping.
6 years + experience as a Custom Declaration Clerk.
This role demands a thorough understanding of the law, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, political processes and agency rules.
Strong communication skills are vital in this role both written and verbally.
Negotiation skills – Ability to negotiate for better rates with clearing agents.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Team player and result oriented.
Excellent Microsoft office skills

October 25, 2024