Job Field: Sector in

Request for Expession of Interest for the Development of Livelihood and Economic Empowerment Strategy and Gender Action Plan

The service provider will be expected to undertake the following specific tasks:

Conduct a participatory gender-sensitive rural poverty and livelihood analysis in the proposed project area(s) to help identify and better understand the needs, priorities, and expectations of poor rural people (including their livelihood strategies and outcomes, vulnerabilities and coping mechanisms, local poverty processes and rural institutions);
Identify, describe and analyze rural women’s livelihoods and how they impact on women’s economic empowerment;
Analyze and recommend viable commercial activities that generate economic and social benefits in ways that help meet conservation objectives while also acting as incentives;
Evaluate and recommend adapations to the project design to accommodates the needs and priorities of the target group and facilitates its participation in project interventions and that the special concerns of vulnerable groups are taken into account;
Analyze and recommend strategies that enhance gender mainstreaming and promote equal participation of women and men, boys and girls in protecting the environment and natural resources;
Assess and recommend startegies that enhance decision making and equal access to and benefits from natural resources and economic development;
Anaylize and recommend startegies that ensure participation of women and men and their benefits from profitable economic activities in agriculture, natural resource management, and rural development, access to productive resources – including land, services and inputs, finance, training – and information to markets and institutions;
Identify and recommend gender-sensitive qualitative and quantitative project indicators; and
Unpack the recommended gender strategy into action plan: objectives, targets, activities, and indicators to track the progress of gender strategy implementation within the project.

Determination of the similarity of the experiences will be based on:
The nature of the Services:We are seeking a competent consultancy firm with technical expertise in gender empowerment, economics in livelihood improvement and sustainable land management to design the community-based gender action plan and livelihood strategy.

The technical area and expertise:
The consulting firm must have carried out similar assignments in the livelihood sector analysis, mapping needs assessment and developing action plans;
The consulting firm must have carried out similar assignments supporting gender strategy development;
The consulting firm must demonstrate strong experience with livelihood and gender analysis tools and methodologies;
The consulting firm must demonstrate strong experience in developing livelihood strategy through sustainable landscape management and watershed restoration; and
The consulting firm must have experience in carrying out similar assignments in Kenya

The Expressions of Interest must be submitted to the address below no later than 17 March 2023 at 17.00 Hours:
The Procurement Committee,
The Green Belt Movement,
Adams Arcade,
Kilimani Road,
Off Elgeyo Marakwet RoadIf you are submitting by email, it must be received at the following address tenders@greenbeltmovement.org.
Interested Applicants may obtain further information at the address below during office hours: If necessary, you may request any clarifications by sending an email to tenders@greenbeltmovement.org

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October 29, 2024
Director – Quality Assurance (Main Campus) Systems Administrator I (Nairobi Campus) Administrative Assistant – Examinations (Main Campus) Hostel Attendant (Main Campus) (2 Positions)

Ref: KeMU/ADM/QA/1/2/23
Reports functionally to the Vice Chancellor and operationally to the Deputy Vice Chancellor – APF
Job Description
The Director-quality assurance will be expected to:-

Develop/ review quality assurance policy and mechanisms in line with standards and requirements of the Commission for University Education so as to fulfil the mission and vision of the university.
Establish quality standards for management and streamline quality assurance and performance issues for the University.
Provide quality assurance and quality control of all academic programmes and develop tools for the same.
Oversee development of new curricula and review existing curricula in line with set guidelines from Commission for University Education to ensure mounting of quality market-oriented programmes.
Train academic staff on development and review of curricula and subsequent assessment of the program in line with set standards and guideline by the Commission for University Education to ensure delivery of quality programmes.
Advise and make recommendations to the Senate and Management on matters of

Minimum Requirements

Master’s Degree in relevant field from a recognized university with at least five (5) years’ experience in a supervisory role
PhD in relevant field from a recognized university will be an added advantage.
Certificate in Quality Management Systems.
Knowledge of professional standards.
Experience in using statistical or qualitative software packages.
Be engaged in research and publications.

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Each application shall be accompanied by detailed Curriculum Vitae, Copies of Relevant Academic and Professional Certificates, National Identity Card or Passport, Testimonials, and other relevant supporting documents. Scanned copies of these documents must accompany the email application.The successful applicant will be required to bring the following:Applications shall clearly be marked with the Reference Number of the Advertised position“Application for the position of (position applied for)”and submitted as follows:Three (3) hard copies should be addressed to:
The Vice Chancellor
Kenya Methodist University
P. O. Box 267 – 60200
MERU, KENYA

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October 29, 2024
Request for Proposal: Enablement of an Innovation Challenge

Scope of the Assignment

Co-design the concept for an Innovation challenge (IC) with the ILO: The implementing partner will work closely with the ILO and a steering committee to consolidate a concept and work plan for the IC and ensure that it is context-specific. The ILO has initial drafts of a concept and work plan, and the implementing partner will review this draft, propose changes if needed, and use the work plan as a joint working document throughout the implementation of the IC. In the design of the IC, the implementing partner should ensure that the focus remains on both refugees and host communities.
Establish partnerships with key actors: The implementing partner will work with the ILO to establish partnerships with key actors, including development partners, financial and business development service providers, key sectoral associations, and government representatives. The role of partners will be to support with logistics for the IC, provide trainings to Innovators, promote the IC, contribute prizes, and act as judges across the different categories. While the ILO has a list of potential partners, it is expected that the implementing partner is also able to mobilize partner networks effectively.
Co-develop selection criteria and judging criteria: The implementing partner will support in establishing selection and judging criteria, together with the ILO and the steering committee. The selection criteria should prioritize job creation and job quality improvements, productivity gains, and innovative solutions. At this stage, award sizes and prizes should also be confirmed.
Promote the IC, establish application process and shortlist participants: The implementing partner will launch communications and sensitization around the IC to allow ample time for participants to apply. The Implementing partner will coordinate application processes from innovators, and then short-list participants based on the agreed-upon criteria. The application process should be simple and accessible to refugees and members of host communities. Applicants should be able to enter their submissions through a variety of channels that may include applying in-person, by phone, through an email account set up by the project, or through a partner organization providing digital services, financial and non-financial services.
Collaborate with ILO to support Innovators: The implementing partner will coordinate the provision of support to Innovators as they get ready to pitch their business ideas. This will include facilitating access to financial education and entrepreneurship and cooperative management trainings using the ILO’s trainer networks and tools, either through the Implementing Partner directly, or by establishing collaborations and contracts with service providers and trainers.
Organize IC: The Implementing Partner will lead the logistics for organising the IC, including in terms of venue bookings, agenda, coordination of the day(s) and award-giving, in close collaboration with the ILO.
Conduct due diligence: The Implementing Partner will conduct due diligence to ensure viability of businesses that are short-listed and winners of the IC, in collaboration with the steering committee.
Disburse funds: The Implementing Partner will coordinate and oversee the disbursement of funds to winners of the IC, as agreed upon with the steering committee and the ILO.
Provide ongoing technical support and conduct M&E: The Implementing Partner will continue to facilitate access to needed business development and financial services, including through the provision of coaching, mentorships and other forms of post-training support. The Implementing Partner will also conduct monitoring and evaluation, collecting information on business growth and impact in terms of jobs created and/or improved as a result of the interventions and collect lessons learned and success stories, in close collaboration with the ILO

Outputs, Deliverables, duration and fees
Expected outputs

A validated innovation challenge concept-note to be actualized in identifying innovative digital solutions within Dadaab and Kakuma.
Plan and execute the innovation challenge as per the agreed methodology.
Identifying digital solutions that can be scaled to sustainability and greater impact through funding, incubation and skills development.

Key Deliverables
The main deliverables of this engagement are as below:

A reviewed and validated innovation challenge concept and a call to application with selection guidelines.
Innovation challenge approved budget and activity plan.
Mapped out innovation challenge guest/judges list and executional cadence. Call for application and communications done for both the guest/judges and participants.
A comprehensive shortlisting of innovators who have showed interest to be part of the innovation challenge
Hosted innovation challenge event based on the approved concept note and winners identified.
Post innovation challenge support – Awarding, Incubation and skills development.
Deviations from these deliverables can occur according to the evolution of the assignment; however, any changes observed or anticipated should be consulted with the focal person at the ILO.

A comprehensive report will be documented showcasing the key activities done and areas of improvement for future events.
Payment Terms
The ILO will only pay for services that have been performed and for deliverables that are successfully completed to the satisfaction of the ILO. The payments will be made according to the following schedule:

The first payment of 30 per cent of the contract volume will be made upon signing of the contract and receipt of deliverables 1 and 2 to the satisfaction of the ILO and presentation of the invoice.
The second payment of 50 per cent of the contract volume will be made upon receipt of deliverables 3 and 4 to the satisfaction of the ILO and presentation of the invoice.
The third and final payment of 20 per cent of the contract volume will be made upon receipt of deliverables 5 and 6 to the satisfaction of the ILO and presentation of the invoice.

Required experience and qualifications

The Implementing Partner should have at least 6 years of experience running innovation challenges with a strong record of accomplishment in creating and executing digital and innovative solutions that have proved to be sustainable in youth employment and decent earning within and without the displaced ecosystems such as Garissa and Turkana.
Should be legally registered to operate in Kenya (for businesses) with a good standing with all statutory laws and regulations.
Sound knowledge of the current trends in the digital innovation space with a key interest in initiation, skills development management and scaling.
Previous experience in planning and facilitating innovation challenges and skills development with young innovators with a special focus on girls and the underprivileged population.
Should have a robust technical execution team/s who can comfortably engage in a rapid assessment and offer solutions based on dynamics in a short time within the digital economy space.
Should have a wide network of digital entrepreneurs, companies, individuals and NGOs within the digital innovation space.
Experience working in Garissa and Turkana ecosystems will be an added advantage
Knowledge of the local context, culture and language is an added advantage however official language within the area is English & Swahili – Knowledge in any other local dialect is a plus
Experience handling insecure environments with sound negotiation skills

Interested individuals/organizations (private-sector actors, NGOs, CSOs, IOs, and youth-led organizations) should submit their expression of interest to, E- mail: nboprocurement@ilo.org to reach no later than midnight 15th February 2023 EAT Quoting “Consultancy for the enablement of the innovation challenge” Consortiums of two or more organizations are encouraged. The application should include:

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October 29, 2024
Consultant – Health and Migration Programme Consultant – Emerging Infectious Diseases Clinical Management

Purpose of consultancy
The consultant will support the operationalization of the Refugee and migrant health through the provision of key deliverables linked to the Global Competency Standards for health workers (the Competency Standards), its Learning Guide and Curriculum Guide at the global, regional, and country levels, in close collaboration with WHO Regional and Country Offices.
Deliverables:
Deliverable 1: Develop modules for the e-learning course integrate a cross-cutting focus on the delivery of immunization services in a people-centred and equitable manner.
Expected by 28 February 2023.

Activity 1.1: Identify, develop, and integrate material on the delivery of immunization services for refugees and migrants into five (out of the six) modules of the course. This will entail the following: selecting case studies and promising/successful practices from published guidance available; designing of exercises and discussions; and integrating the material into the structure of the course.

Deliverable 2: Provide in-person training material adapted to a specific country, which intends to follow the facilitators’ manual and the checklist previously developed.
Expected by 31 March 2023.

Activity 2.1: Adapt the six modules of the e-learning course on the Global Competency Standards to a country-specific context to support the piloting of a face-to-face capacity building exercise in at least one country. The process will require restructuring and modifying the material of the e-learning course, including adding additional exercises and country examples, to facilitate conducting the in-person training.

Deliverable 3: Provide In-person training on the Global Competency Standards piloted in one country under the Luxemburg/UHCP list.
Expected by 30 April 2023.

Activity 3.1: Pilot the in-person training on the Global Competency Standards in one country under the Luxemburg/UHCP list, which will include conducting the training, supporting the planning of necessary activities, and finetuning the material post-piloting.

Deliverable 4: Establish competency Standards global and regional Networks and a roadmap on how to work with WHO Collaborating Centre (s) as the Global Training Centre developed.
Expected by 30 June 2023.

Activity 4.1: Develop a roadmap on the establishment of the Competency Standards Network including list of key Universities in each Region to be included and organized. Develop modality to work with the WHO Collaborating Centre (s) to be a global training centre on the Competency Standards and identify key educational institutions and partners

Qualifications, experience, skills and languages.
Educational Qualifications:
Essential:

Master’s degree in public health or social science from a recognized university.

Desirable:

Degree in teaching and educating students and professionals.

Experience
Essential:

At least 7 years relevant experience at global and field level in public health and the development and implementation of health programmes and/or humanitarian public health emergencies and development.
At least 5 years’ experience working in developing countries in planning, implementation, training, education, monitoring and evaluation of health activities related to refugees and migrants.
Proven facilitating and managerial experience.
Experience in strengthening of knowledge management systems.

Desirable:

Experience working with academic institutions, NGOs and UN agencies and strategy development in the context of migration.
Teaching experience at an academic institution and conducting trainings.

Skills

Technical expertise in health and migration training and education.
Ability to analyze political contexts to interact and negotiate effectively with multiple stakeholders to interact effectively with multiple high-level stakeholders at the international level.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Confidence to interact and operate with partners at a regional write clear strategic health related documents in English.
Proven ability to successfully manage a group of stakeholders or networks and obtain results. standard of work output.
Ability to work with multi- stakeholders in educational health field.
Sound academic experience.
Strong management competencies and process-oriented leadership developed through extensive work in the private as well as in the public sector.

Closing Date: Feb 8, 2023

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October 29, 2024
Product Design Senior Director Kenya Country Director

You will play a critical role in developing a unique poverty graduation product that solves the world’s biggest problems. We are putting innovation to work to improve people’s lives and we want YOU to be a part of it. The Product and Service Senior Director will lead Village Enterprise Innovation Lab. Taking Industry knowledge, trends, and evidence to build a robust poverty Graduation product that meets the needs and empowers Village Enterprise entrepreneurs to respond to the increasing global crisis.
Primary duties and responsibilities
Product Design 40%

Set a holistic innovation strategy for assigned products in collaboration with TAs, CDs, MEL, and field teams, identifying new growth areas and championing current products to completion.
Drive technical delivery on VE Graduation products with a sense of urgency and knowledge of the industry to enable timely product design and rollout using HCD, Lean Impact, and other relevant processes for testing new products.
Build external partnerships with academia, program labs, and industry to accelerate new material and process developments to scale products
Drive program adaptations to meet the needs of specific projects in different countries and contexts.

Deliver Program Results: Outputs and Outcomes Achieved (30%)

Lead Village Enterprise Product and service team and design quarterly objectives and key results to track progress
Oversee the design and implementation of activities which develop the capabilities and increase performance towards achieving outputs and outcomes of the Poverty Graduation model
Collaborate with TAs, ESLs and CDs to capacity build staff to deliver on quality programming that allows Village Enterprise entrepreneurs to thrive.

Business Owner Success and Satisfaction (10%)

Ensure Village Enterprise is building sustainable relationships with our business owners based on trust through open and interactive communication
Lead organization in identifying and assessing business owner needs ensuring that program activities provide value
Ensure participants can engage with activities and Village Enterprise staff in a safe and healthy environment that aligns with Village Enterprise safeguarding standards.

Support Global, Regional, and Local Development of the Village Enterprise Program (20%)

Work with TAs to support the development of partnerships and proposals on technical areas.
Nature and build relationships with like-minded organizations that foster shared learning, and collaboration and drive policy work for the global discussion on Graduation.
Collaborate with the MEL on building evidence and being a thought leader in the space.

Required experience.

Proven record of accomplishments of leading innovation programs in a development industry
7+ years of experience in new product development and innovation
At least 3 years leading diverse teams of technical staff and attracting, recruiting, and retaining talent.
At least 3 years using HCD, Lean Impact, and other design tools to develop viable products that solve the world’s toughest challenges.
Experience collaborating with cross–functional and external partners to help set the innovation strategy and work.
Proven record of accomplishment and passion for developing products for the bottom of the pyramid.
Passionate communicator that inspires others, conveying clarity on programs to teammates and stakeholders alike.
A Master’s degree in design thinking, program development, or a related field is required.
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October 29, 2024
Director General (DG)

icipe is seeking its next inspirational and visionary Director General (DG) who will build on the Centre’s strong reputation and credibility and further develop its institutional goals in a dynamic changing environment. As icipe’s DG, the incumbent will provide overall intellectual and strategic leadership in all areas of icipe’s activities, including ensuring impact orientation, relevance to stakeholders and progress towards the vision and mission of the Centre
QUALIFICATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY

A PhD in Life Sciences or related areas.
A superior creative research record and excellent quantitative and qualitative analytical skills.
20 years of professional experience with sustained evidence of transformation and accumulation of responsibilities in science and its administration as applied to developing countries.
In depth knowledge of the funding market, changes, and forces that influence the research industry matched with proven record in successful resource mobilization.
Excellent communication and presentation skills and the ability to translate and communicate complex subjects.
Excellent organisational and time management skills, ability to multi-task, mentor, and work in a multicultural environment.
Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.
Experience in developing strategic and business plans.
Familiarity with R4D industry laws and management best practices.
Working knowledge of corporate governance, finance and people management principles.
A proven record in executive leadership of a complex institution.

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recruit.icipe.org

October 29, 2024
Finance Specialist 2 (Nairobi)

Responsibilities

Ensure expenses are booked correctly in QuickBooks, all accounts supported with proper and complete supporting documentations as per International Accounting Supporting document matrix.
Process vendors, consultants and staff advances payments, reconcile the same accounts every month end.
Support Regional Finance Manager to prepare Kenya local staff payroll, prepare tax and social securities’ schedules. Follow up on staff timesheets to ensure they are filled on time, properly authorized, correctly summarized and filed to ensure accurate allocation of the staff costs to projects.
Support the Regional Finance Manager in the preparation of bi-monthly cash forecasts, monitor cash flow and reconcile cash accounts to maintain appropriate cash balances.
Perform month end accounting responsibilities.
Support regional office statutory, internal, and external audits.
Other responsibilities as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications
Minimum Required Education & Experience

Bachelor’s Degree and 5 years of experience or Master’s Degree and 2 years of experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills with ability to be flexible and work well under pressure in a multi-cultural environment.
Ability to work well in team environment and train others in financial controls and financial management principles.
Ability to work independently as well as function within a matrix organization.
Advanced user and trainer of accounting systems such as QuickBooks.
5+ years of relevant work experience in a busy finance department.
Proficient in Advanced MS Excel, MS Word, and power point presentations
Experience with accounting software, QuickBooks proficiency is desirable.
Experience working in a not for profit organization is desirable.
English proficiency is required.

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October 29, 2024
Servicing and Collections Associates

Job Overview
Reporting to the Collections Team Lead, you will be tasked with recoveries of our outstanding portfolio
Responsibilities

Keep track of assigned accounts to identify outstanding debts,
Plan a course of action to recover outstanding payments,
Follow up with debtors through telephone calls to pay the outstanding debt,
Negotiate payoff deadlines, set payment plans, clearing of the arrears, and thereafter regular payments as per the original installment period,
Handle questions and complaints professionally and promptly,
Investigate and resolve disputes efficiently,
Create trust relationships and good rapport with debtors, to avoid future issues,
Update account status and database correctly after/during the call,
Reduce the Delinquent debts in arrears by at least 80% if not 100%
Ensure that debts in arrears are recovered and properly graded in line with CBK prudential guidelines.

Qualifications

Excellent communication & active listening,
Phone etiquette, & problem-solving,
Working with targets & tight deadlines,
Knowledge of relevant collection laws & regulations,
Emotional Intelligence & People management,
Excellent negotiating and persuading skills,
Ability to be polite & compassionate without lacking confidence,
Ability to multitask, & be flexible,
Keen on details and working under pressure,
Proactive, reliable, and positive mindset.
You are highly entrepreneurial. You take the initiative to solve problems before they arise. You’ve started and/or contributed to projects you’re passionate about.
You are a great collaborator. You know that startups are a team sport. You listen to others, speak your mind, and ask the right questions.

Key Measurables:

Number of calls per day (350 minimum)
30% C.R (Month 1), 50% C.R (Month 2), 70% C.R (Month 3)
Q.A Score at 70% avg (Month 1), 80% avg (Month 2), 90% avg (Month 3)

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October 29, 2024
Finance Specialist STTA

ROLE DESCRIPTION
WKSP is seeking a Short-Term Technical Assistance (STTA) to support the WKSP Finance and Administration department for period of two months. This position will ensure overall financial management and procurement oversight in line with RTI and USAID policies and guidelines.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Support the project with finance and operations which include but not limited to general administrative processes, financial management, procurement, accounting, administration, information technology and logistics
Ensuring that the procurement systems are compliant to RTI policies and procedures.
Ensure that the project has adequate cash flow monthly.
Manages projection of monthly Anticipate, evaluate current and emerging financial risks, and provide mitigation measures.
Manages the grants and strategic Activities funds (SAF) programs from inception to close out, including selection of grantees, pre-award/application documents, budget reviews, signed grant agreements, modification, financial reports, and monitors audits of grantees
Build successful relationships with colleagues, donors, and partners to develop project success
Ensure project compliance to USAID and RTI policies, guidelines and procedures
Responsible to ensure project financial goals are met and provide support to the technical team to ensure timely activity implementation is carried out
Ensures efficient and compliant administration of the project in keeping with internal and external compliance requirements.
Timely submission of DA 1 form and following up with vendors for reimbursements.
Any other duties assigned by the supervisor depending on project needs.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Professional Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, or related field

Required Qualifications and Experience

At least 7 Years’ experience in Finance and Administration and Logistics with knowledge on Managing USAID Funded Project.
Demonstrated experience administering and managing complex grant funding, including experience with procedures to monitor, evaluate, and report on grant implementation and expenditures
Willing to work from Kisumu for the period of the assignment
Available Immediately

Skills and Competencies.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills working with cross cultural and multi diverse teams.
Excellent analytical skills.
Highly organized and able to set priorities and handle multiple competing time and resource demands.
Proficiency in MS Excel and Quick Books.
Familiarity with DA1 form
Knowledge of RTI policies and procedures (preferred).
Willing to work from Kisumu.

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October 29, 2024
2023 Lower Primary Apprentice Teacher (Tatu Day School) 2023 PE/Swimming Resident Teacher (Tatu Day School) 2023 Social Studies Resident Teacher (Athi River Day School)

ABOUT THE ROLE
Key responsibilities for the role include:

Provide a safe and secure environment for children to feel comfortable.
Plan activities that meet the social, physical and emotional needs of the children.
Develop schemes of work and lesson plans in line with the school curriculum.
Schedule stimulating and learning activities for the children.
Prepare teaching aids to facilitate children learning.
Devise games and activities, and also provides playing equipment, and ensure the playing facilities and equipment are clean and safe.
Supervise the children as they learn and play.
Observe and evaluate each child’s progress and provide a written report to the Principal, other school leaders and parents.
Monitor and keep records/ reports of the children’s progress and development.
Assimilate arriving children to the school environment by greeting them, helping them remove outerwear, and selecting activities of interest to them.
Establish and enforce rules for behaviour, and policies and procedures to maintain order among students.
Plan and supervise class projects, field trips, visits by guests, or other experiential activities, and guide students in learning from those activities.
Assist in bus loading and unloading.
Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops in order to maintain and improve professional competence.

ABOUT YOU
Skills and Qualifications required:

TSC certification and Degree in Education/ Diploma in ECDE.
1 – 2 years of teaching experience
You are a great communicator. You are able to provide clear and effective written and verbal communication.
You are flexible and open to change – you handle uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity well.
You are a problem solver – you are proactive in identifying issues and address these thoroughly by making an effort to find appropriate solutions.
You are excited about our organizational culture—and in particular, you are fired up to challenge yourself by embracing mutual vulnerability and a firehose of feedback.

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October 29, 2024