Location: Location in Mombasa

Field Officer Project Manager (Mombasa)

Position Overview: Sinapis is looking for a passionate Field Officer who will support Sinapis’ expansion of entrepreneur training to Kenya’s coastal region
Reporting To: Sinapis Project Manager (based in Mombasa)
Location: Mombasa, Kenya
Term: 2-year renewable contract with 6-month probationary period
Compensation: Entry-level, range 50,000 – 60,000 KES gross monthly based on experience
About Sinapis
Our mission at Sinapis is to make disciples and alleviate poverty through the power of entrepreneurship. We seek to foster the development of entrepreneurs and the growth of Kingdom businesses. These enterprises are led by entrepreneurs who strive for excellence in their business and who are intentional in reflecting and sharing their values in the marketplace, through the business decisions they make and the relationships they cultivate with employees, suppliers, and customers.
After ten years, we have surpassed a the milestone of training over 5,000 entrepreneurs and are now entering an expansion stage which includes expansion within and outside of Kenya. Our current core offerings are as below:

Sinapis Aspire. The Aspire program is a 9-week business training program for people who want to start a business, and would like to know how to successfully bring their idea to life.
Sinapis Academy. Sinapis partners with local organizations to deliver the Sinapis Academy, an intensive 16-week business training program similar to a mini-MBA but customized for early and growth-stage ventures. This program is extremely practical, locally customized and specifically designed for entrepreneurs looking to grow their businesses.
Sinapis Business Plan Competition. Upon completion of the Sinapis Academy training program, entrepreneurs are eligible to compete in the Sinapis Business Plan Competition, an annual competition in which the top 5-10 finalists compete for grant capital at a live pitch event.
Fast Track Accelerator Program. The Sinapis Fast Track Accelerator (FTA) program is a 6-month accelerator that serves up to 15 graduates of the Sinapis Academy per year who have businesses capable of significant growth. The program begins with a customized business assessment for each participant coupled with access to high quality consultants, professional advisors, advanced training, investor match-making and biblical integration.
Sinapis Alumni Network. Sinapis is committed to offering ongoing support of our alumni, with the intent to see the community flourish. This involves regular communications, events with valuable trainings and networking components, mentoring, and help with access to capital.

We will be expanding our programs within the coastal bloc of Kenya, with the goal of training more than 200 entrepreneurs each year across 6 coastal districts. This field officer position will be critical in supporting us to find and support the best entrepreneurs in this region. The field officer will handle all administrative duties to schedule and run courses, as well as to mobilize entrepreneurs to join courses. This field officer will be based in Mombasa and will likely cover activities across several districts.
What you will do
Responsibilities:

Manage all logistics involved in running the Sinapis training programs across 2-4 districts, including scheduling facilitators and guest speakers and preparing the space and materials.
Telemarket our entrepreneurship programs to potential students and follow-up with confirmed students.
Work with the Project Manager to plan workshops, alumni and trainer events including calling entrepreneurs and trainers to confirm event attendance.
Key in entrepreneur contacts from workshops and other events into the main database.
Follow up with students to complete their baseline, endline and weekly class surveys.
Follow up with students to complete weekly assignments and any other needs during the week.
Prepare the class toolkits for new class launches and ongoing classes.
Track expenses, organize receipts, and work with Sinapis Finance Department to stay on top of financial reporting.
Make general bookings on behalf of the Sinapis team for any activity in Mombasa such as booking a driver and car for errands and transportation and booking flights and accommodation for official travel.
Answer and direct phone calls.

While this list comprises the main day-to-day activities of the Field Officer, you may be required to complete other tasks not mentioned above but within the scope of program administration.
Who we look for

You are a follower of Christ who maintains a healthy relationship with Jesus as evidenced by (but not limited to) prayer, devotional reading of Scripture and spiritual discipline
You are a people person, and have excellent communication skills with people of all types
You are detail-oriented and can plan for and manage effective follow-up
You are humble and have a teachable spirit
You are energetic, hardworking and willing to go the extra mile to complete an assignment

Required

A heart for our organization’s mission and a calling for this work
Highly organized and able to manage multiple work streams, with a knack for continuous improvement
An outgoing people-person who enjoys interacting with people, both on phone and in person
Natural selling ability; passionate and persuasive
Ability to take initiative and solve problems
Undergraduate degree, preferably with business course work
Ability to work in a very small team environment
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Extremely positive attitude, excellent interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
Honest with high levels of integrity
Minimum of 1 year relevant work experience

Desirable

Experience in the start-up and SME ecosystem
Previous experience handling administrative duties
Previous selling experience

What you can do

Deep, fulfilling impact – This is a mission that will impact thousands of lives economically, socially and spiritually. You will be part of a group that is daily making strides to take back the market-place to honor God and create value in Kenya
Entrepreneurial work-environment – As a small organization, we are free from bureaucracies and you will enjoy the flexibility to be creative and try out new ideas that make sense
Fantastic network – You’ll develop a robust network of inspiring entrepreneurs and entrepreneur-support organizations across Kenya
Promising career growth – Sinapis is a small but growing organization with opportunities for career growth over time

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Please send us a well-formatted and written cover letter along with your resume in PDF format to careers@sinapisgroup.org by Friday June 11th, 2021. Please note that submissions without a cover letter will not be considered.Sinapis is committed to safeguarding the welfare of its students/beneficiaries and the successful applicant will be required to provide a valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations.The subject line of the email should read, “Field Officer – Last Name, First Name”

Apply via :

careers@sinapisgroup.org

October 28, 2024
Career Guidance and Counselling Co-ordinator (Mombasa)

Reference Number: OAM/WS/21/05
Category: Academics
The Academy is seeking to appoint an experienced Career Guidance and Counselling Co-ordinator across the whole school (Kindergarten to Senior School).
Qualifications:

A graduate with a Bachelor’s Degree in Counselling, Psychology or an equivalent qualification.
Professional membership with KCPA (Kenya Counselors and Psychologists Association).

Experience and key attributes:

3 years’ experience in Career Guidance and Counselling in a reputable institution.
Provision of counselling support, designing and facilitating wellbeing programs to learners and staff and providing learning support to students struggling with social, emotional and behavioural problems.
Good intra and interpersonal skills.
Knowledgeable in modern pedagogy and demonstrable teaching practices.
Excellent written and oral communication.
Innovative and creative individual.
Good planning and organisation skills.
Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
Team player.
Ability and proven willingness to support clubs and other co-curricular activities.

If you meet our essential criteria and are looking for a role in a dynamic team where you can make a real difference, please submit your application to Oshwal Academy’s Human Resource Department through vacancy-oam@oshwalacademy.sc.ke.Please indicate the job title when submitting your application.The application closing date is 1st June 2021.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Apply via :

vacancy-oam@oshwalacademy.sc.ke

October 28, 2024
HR Manager – East Africa (Mombasa)

Summary
Overall responsibility for driving the HR strategy to support achievement of the business strategy in East Africa (Kenya, Uganda and Ethiopia) 1. Working with the Africa HR Cluster Manager, align the HR strategy for the country, to that of the group and respective platform 2.Be an active member of the country leadership team in the capacity of HR representative 3. Working with the Africa HR Cluster Manager, provide input to business strategy from a people management and organizational design perspective 4. Provide expert guidance on all Employee and Industrial relations matters, compliance and people risk management.
Main Responsibilities
Along with the below listed responsibilities, the employee should conduct any other business related to the function as required by his supervisor.

Strategic HR Leadership

Working with the Africa Cluster HR manager, consider current and future business plans for expansion, market changes, process and system changes, and review the organization design of the area.
Engage with country managers and members of local leadership team’s executives to look for opportunities to create better alignment between the operation structure of the country and the strategy of the product i.e. Palm, Coffee, Grains and STF.
Act as trusted advisor to the senior decision makers on the change approach and the risks associated i.e. people changes, structure changes etc. Also executes decisions reached with zero impacts/risk to the business.
Participate in the development and implementation of the change plans.

Budget and Workforce Planning (Headcount and employment costs)

Develop HR budget for East Africa i.e. Re-forecast process by the means of an upfront workforce planning process
Guarantee the reliability and completeness of HR data ahead of budget process.
Actively identify initiatives and seek approval to include in budget local and global initiatives/Proposals
Work closely in ensuring final budget is properly update in magnitude tool

Training (eLearning, managerial Training, academy)

Proactively identify training needs to be integrated to individual plan for talents or key employees and provide full road map of training and development initiatives for the assigned population
Develop training plan/budget for the region
In consultation with business leaders, nominate executives, senior line management for coaching, and other leadership development. Work with Learning and Development with the selection of appropriate coaches for individuals in line with the approved list of coaches.

Talent Management & Development

Focus on identification of candidates for critical position, through internal mobility/succession planning/career path and support key talents with ad hoc programs (mentorship).
Working with the Africa Cluster HR Manager, drive formal succession planning for the critical positions in East Africa.
As part of the talent review sessions, develop and implement successor development plans.

Reward & HR Core Services

Guarantee quality of the data and contribute with HR KPIs
Benchmark against industry and international country norms, identify areas for improvement and work with the local country managers and the Africa Cluster HR Manager to develop and implement changes that may be needed.
Translate the country strategic business objectives into remuneration focus areas for the country but within the overall reward philosophy and framework set out by the LDC Group
Manage and support MERIT process in East Africa. Together with the merit managers, prep for the bonus and increase pool allocations for the platforms and corporate functions. Facilitate, challenge and support in this regard to ensure adherence to set guidelines

Headcount and Employment Costs

Monitor headcount and employment cost on regular basis, identifying areas of opportunity in terms of optimization of employment costs.
Partner with finance to ensure headcount, employment costs and budget is accurate.
Compile business cases where additional headcount is required due to business changes, get approval and ensure this is budgeted for in coming year.

Data Quality and Leave Management

Ensure data quality for EA is 100% i.e. Workforce planning tool, Workday, Payroll
Ensure that all employees have leave plans in place with the aim of keeping leave liability low.
Work with finance controllers and regional date teams in ensuring HR data is up to date and variance properly explained/supported

Talent Attraction and On-boarding

Recruit and onboard joiners in Kenya, Uganda and Ethiopia
Conduct exit interviews for members of the business unit executive team, senior management and talent pools, whether they exit voluntarily or involuntarily. Review exit interview analysis for the business unit to determine if there are any flagged risk indicators
On an annual basis, as part of strategic workforce planning, define the business requirements for using non-permanent resources with the business leaders and manage the process of renewing contracts and engaging new service providers.

Employer Branding

Build Networks with Universities, Colleges and Schools to ensure continuous feed of talent into the organization
Attend career days where appropriate and create awareness of the LDC brand in learning institutions and the labour market.
Implement LDC Graduate and Internship recruitment program in EA

Performance Management

Manage YPL life cycle. Ensure SMART objectives set in WD system, mid-year reviews and end year reviews are done in the correct manner and within the set deadlines
Develop and implement a robust performance improvement process in East Africa, including the length of the interventions, the impact on individual performance and the closure processes. Take ultimate accountability for the governance process surrounding these processes as well as the documentation and evidence required.

Payroll Management

Maintain payroll information by collecting, calculating, and capturing data
Timely preparation of payroll and manage end-to-end reporting process for Kenya, Uganda and Ethiopia.
Update payroll records by capturing changes in exemptions, allowances, insurance coverage, savings deductions and any other changes that may occur within the month.
Ensure that the statutory reports such as PAYE, NSSF, NHIF, NITA , PENSION, SACCO and HELB are remitted by PWC by the end of every month and within set deadlines.
Ensure that the company is compliant to all laws that relate to payroll processing
Prepare and submit on a monthly basis all payroll related reports to finance ( AX, Allocation file, Fund requests, Merit Provisions and HC reports )and regional HR ( CHRIS file).

HR Business partnering & support (HR Generalist)

Manage employee life-cycle according to the HR calendars in strong coordination with regional HR and COE
Drive the HR calendar in the country. Ensure that line managers and decision makers are proactively briefed at the start of major events in the HR (for example when the annual remuneration process start, performance management etc.).

HR &Audit Compliance

Develop and implement policies both mandatory and based on best practice in EA
Oversee all HR (Mandatory (NSSF, NHIF, Labour, OSHA) and Finance Audits are Successfuly performed with no non-conformities.
Addressing adverse ratings on audit findings through implementation of action plans to address the non-compliance.
Manage relationships with external stakeholders including Unions, Labour departments and External Regulatory bodies impacting on the management of employees in each country.
Ensure compliance with and adoption of applicable labour and or regulatory requirements
Ensure that all evidence requirements for control reviews and audits are supplied timeously.
Ensure that the teams understand the compliance requirements in the business. Create actions to address gaps. Monitor compliance training attendance monthly and ensure that teams understand the importance of completing it.

Employee and Industrial Relations

Monitor and Manage industrial relations climate in the company to ensure workplace productivity and high motivation levels through effective communication and constant consultation with the labour office
Provide expert guidance and support on all disciplinary matters
Act as first level escalation point for grievances raised
Recommends and conducts training in basics of labour law and employee relations to ensure adequate understanding.
Participate in dispute resolution at labour office and mediation stage
Represent company in Labour Court cases as key HR witness on behalf of the company with legal guidance
Continuous focus on minimizing people related risks through implementation of quality assurance a good governance.

Immigration and Mobility

Maintain a legal status of expatriates in Kenya and Uganda i.e. work permits, visas and passes processing.
Repatriation of expats when assignments are done.

Benefits Administration

Continuously identify, procure and manage quality and cost effective medical cover for staff in East Africa up to and including medical enrollment, termination
Ensure GPA/WIBA compliance and administration ( Enrollment, follow up on payment of benefits and termination)
Management of LDC umbrella pension scheme on behalf of staff, ensure pension remittance, staff details update, pension awareness and pension statement issuance.
Canteen – Staff Meal provision with due compliance to safety requirements and within set budget

Office Management and Admin

Responsible for the local administration i.e. Visitors Management, Staff transport, Meals provision and general office hygiene.
Application/renewal of business licenses and business permits.
Ensure staff transport is effectively managed to reduce lost hours as well as overtime.
Monitor the implementation of the performance process in the team
Analyze management and technical development needs of the Administration team.

Employee Engagement

Roll out and implement global people survey initiatives

Experiences
5+ years of years of experience in a strategic HR function
Skills
Knowledge /Technical & Functional skills:

Leadership role in human resources with global business experience;
Experience in planning, resources allocation, managing remote locations in global organization;
Proven record in management of complex matrix organization;
Business and management experience in strategic planning.
Strong background in implementing HR strategy, Talent planning (career management and succession planning), Organizational design, Workforce planning, Training, Employee relations, Talent acquisition
Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills in the English language;
Proficient in Microsoft (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) / Workday as LDC HR ERP.

Soft skills:

Requires a pro-active individual with ability to influence and work independently;
Ability to adapt to a wide variety of situations and personalities;
Building collaborative relationships;
Global & Cultural Awareness.

Required Languages
English (Fluent)
Required Education

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Human Resources, Business Admin, or related field. Masters degree in HR or related field is a plus;
Must have HR practicing license in accordance with IHRMP Act

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www.ldc.com

October 28, 2024
Head of Finance and Commercial Services Electro-Mechanical Engineer Waste Water Engineer Laboratory Manager

Job Description/Requirements
EXCITING CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Ref: MWSSC/HR/006/2021
Reporting to the Managing Director, the successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all the financial resources of the company are acquired, disbursed, prudently invested, fully accounted for and reported efficiently. Should ensure that the Company is financially sound and in conformity with the overall Strategic Plan. He/she will also be expected to ensure that the strategy for service delivery and revenue generation is put in place and effectively implemented.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Formulate the company’s financial strategy and ensure it is properly implemented
Ensure sound corporate governance by identifying risks and developing and implementing proper controls in order to minimize those risks
Spearhead formulation, implementation, maintenance and review of sound financial policies, systems and procedures to sustain the company
Develop systems for the effective and efficient management of financial resources.
Ensure timely and accurate accounting, reporting and analysis in order to aid management decision making
Ensure efficient revenue collection, disbursements, accounting and reporting
Advise the company on the financial viability of proposed investments
Ensure financial reports are prepared and submitted in compliance with the company requirements
Manage all finance relationships with external agencies
Prepare budgets and periodic financial performance reports for presentation to the Board of Directors
Ensure provision of timely and high quality client services that meets or exceed their expectations
Develop and implement systems for positive customer relations management
Manage and supervise commercial aspects of the Company’s operations, particularly as they relate to revenue generation.
Promote new ideas and business solutions that result in extended service to the existing and new clients
Develop long-term business strategies and operating plans that reflect the longer-term goals and priorities.
Ensure the provision of comprehensive commercial information systems, including up-to-date customer database, to achieve the overall Company revenue objectives.
Any other duty assigned by the Managing Director

Personal Specifications

A Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Business Management, Finance or Accounting from a recognized university
A Masters in Business, Finance or Accounting is an added advantage
Full professional qualification in either ACCA or CPA (K)
Must be a member of the relevant professional body and in good standing;
At least Eight (8) years of experience in utility or service industry, three (3) of which should have been in a senior management position
Proficiency in ICT with strong MS office and internet use

Required skills and Competencies.

Should possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills and have experience in dealing with target-based multi-disciplinary teams;
Should possess sound an excellent business development knowledge and skills gained preferably in the Water Sector or in a busy and dynamic organization.
Must have excellent understanding of the Kenyan water reforms
Must be able to lead and motivate multi-skilled teams in a dynamic work environment.
Possess relevant computer applications skills
Possess leadership qualities and be a team player with a high degree of integrity and ability to relate across different professional functions and situations.
Be a team player and uphold collective responsibility
Be able to drive change in a dynamic business environment.
Understands and can implement the regulatory obligations of the Company.
Experience working with international donor agencies will be an added advantage and international business experience is a plus.

Basic Salary Details : 113,908 – 287,840 Kshs per month
Terms of employment: The appointment will be for a contract term of 5 years renewable subject to satisfactory performance evidenced by continuous achievement of performance targets.
In additional to the above requirements, each candidate must satisfy the requirements of chapter six of the Constitution of Kenya on Leadership and integrity through provision of;-

Current certificate of good conduct from Directorate of Criminal Investigation Department.
Current Tax compliance certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority.
Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC).
Certificate from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB).

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Candidates who meet the above specifications and have the drive to be part of a highly motivated team should submit their applications and CV ONLINE to info@mombasawater.co.ke on or before the expiry of the closing date (29th May 2021, 17:00 Hours) with the VACANCY NUMBER as the email subject including a reliable telephone and e-mail contact of self and at least three (3) referees, addressed to:

The Managing Director,
Mombasa Water Supply & Sanitation Co. Ltd
P.O Box 1100-80100,
MOMBASA
E-mail address: info@mombasawater.co.ke

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and canvassing in any way will lead to automatic disqualification.
MOWASSCO is an equal opportunity employer. Women and people with disabilities are particularly encouraged to apply. Those who will not have heard from us by 29th May 2021. should consider themselves unsuccessful.

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info@mombasawater.co.ke

October 28, 2024
Key Account Executive (Mombasa)

Reporting to: Sales Manager
Job Summary:
This role will be based in Mombasa and requires that the job holder is 100% field based across Kenya and possibly Eastern and Rest of Africa. The ideal candidate will spend long periods unsupervised and extensive travelling with an occasional night away from home. The job holder will works closely with the Sales Manager, Head of Customer Service, Factory Managers, Finance and other Sales Team Members.
This role involves internal liaison at middle/ senior manager level and high level of cross functional support within EAPI. The Key Account Executive is the key contact between EAPI and the customer on day-to-day business processes such as Sales ordering, Invoicing, Debt Collection, Planning, Customer Complaints and Account Development. The Key Account Executive will be expected to have high levels of regular contact with the customer as well as good relationships with Key decision makers in the customers organization.
Responsibilities

Develop Accounts penetration plans; Sales Pipelines; and Business Plans with accounts owners / with KPIs maximizing our value chain and working to grow both Volume and Revenue within our accounts.
To define and deliver stretching accounts business plans and the strategy for their implementation around a total packaging solutions provider coupled with value addition approach.
Prospecting new business and building portfolio of Key Accounts whilst innovatively implementing a proactive packaging solutions provision approach.
Ability to work cross functionally within EAPI across all functions
Ensure compliance with safety requirements at the work environment.
Any other departmental tasks assigned.

Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in a business or engineering related field or equivalent
At least 2 years’ experience in sales
High aptitude for learning new things and grasping the basic technical aspects of packaging & materials design.
Must be a disciplined Report writer.
Must be a Team Player.
Good verbal and written communication skills
Abreast of industry updates

Attitude

Must be a strong closer, good at following up on agreed actions and customer promises.
Must be a Self-Starter, working well independently with little supervision.
Must be a highly organized individual, able to maintain a visitation regimen without supervision.
Must have a high sense of professionalism.
Values and ensures high level of customer service.

If you are up to the challenge, possess the necessary qualification and experience; please send your CV only quoting the job title on the email subject (Key Account Executive) to hr@eapi.co.ke on or before Tuesday 20th May 2021. Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

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hr@eapi.co.ke

October 28, 2024
Water Treatment Specialist

Job Group 6
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable
Reports To: The Principal Civil Engineer
Duties and Responsibilities

Reviews Designs of Water Treatment Plants, its Associated Processes and Technologies.
Reviews the Designs, Planning, Coordination and Management Wastewater Treatment and Disposal Processes from the Water Treatment Plant.
Assists in the Preparation of Tender Documents; Ensures that BOQs and Scope of Works are consistent with the designs for WTP.
Provides supervision and technical assistance in the implementation of the designs.
Provides training and technical assistance to QA/QC for tendered works on treatment plants.
Coordinates the preparation of Operation and Maintenance Manuals for new and rehabilitated WTP and WWTP.
Coordinates field Operations Specifically by Conducting and managing the field/site visits and detailed assessments of the Water Treatment Plants in operation;
Conducts Technical Audits of water treatment plants and operating practices.
Prepares Operational and Maintenance Plans/Schedules, Coordination and Execution of Planned Maintenance for Water Treatment Plants, its Processes, the Associated Terminal Reservoirs/Tanks, etc.
Manages the Materials and Chemicals Stores Associated with Water Treatment Plants.
Supervises the Day-to-Day Operation and maintenance of Water Treatment Plants including coordination of Dosing of requirements for Water Treatment Plant Processes.
Supervises the Water Sampling, Water Quality (WQ) Testing, Recording and Analysis of WQ Results, for both Influent and Effluent to meet the required the Government of Kenya standard and the Preparation of all Outputs to meet Internal and External needs (Regulatory and Other).
Liaises on behalf of CWWDA with Relevant Government Offices as required including all relevant Regulatory Bodies, and Functions.
Maintains a continued compliance with OSHA standards.
Carries out Treatment Plant Performance Analysis and Reporting.
Prepares Operating budget for the Operation and Maintenance of the Water Treatment Plant including Chemical Budget; Chemical Cost; Labour Cost; Equipment Costs; Flow, Chemical, Control and Electronic Devices, etc.).
Carries-out additional but related tasks assigned by the Agency.

Requirements

A First Degree in Civil or Chemical and Process Engineering with 5 years of experience in Water Treatment Plant Operation and Maintenance (with Minimum Daily Water Production Capacity above 30,000 m3/day).
Experience in WTP Design and Construction Project Management as a member of a Contracting Authority.
Willing to stay in Mombasa to Supervise the Design and Construction and Operation of the Water Treatment Plant for a minimum of 3-4 years after completion
Registered by the Engineers’ Registration Board of Kenya and be a corporate member of the Institute of Engineers of Kenya.

Interested candidates are required to submit their application letters and attach their current Curriculum vitae that contains details of their qualifications, experience and positions held relevant to this role.Should also include day and evening phone numbers, email address as well as names and address and telephone numbers of three professional referees.Applicants can either email their applicationsto email address info@cwwda.go.keor send the applications to;The Chief Executive Officer
Coast Water Works Development Agency
P.O. Box 90417 – 80100
Mombasa.Physical Address: Mikindani Street, Off Nkurumah Road (MSA)Or hand deliveredto be received on or before 17th May 2021 by 4.30 pmPoints to NoteAll shortlisted candidates must meet the provisions of chapter six of the constitution of Kenya. In regard to this, the candidates should obtain clearance certificate from:Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and canvassing will lead to automatic disqualificationCoast Water Works Development Agency is an equal opportunity employer and women and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply.

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info@cwwda.go.ke

October 28, 2024
Program Manager (Mombasa)

Program / Department Summary
Mercy Corps is implementing a multi-year, conflict prevention and stability programme funded by the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office through the Conflict, Stability and Security Fund (CSSF). Collective Resilience Against Violent Extremism (CREATE) engages local and national governments, local civil society organizations and communities to mitigate the drivers, enablers and narratives of violent extremism in East Africa through support to policy initiatives, community engagement, and support to national civil society organizations in order to prevent the recruitment of vulnerable individuals by violent extremist organizations. The programme works in Kenya, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Mozambique and Uganda, through strategies adapted to the context and opportunities in each country to advance research, legislation and field implementation of activities
General Position Summary
The Program Manager is responsible for developing a comprehensive approach to identifying capacity gaps in downstream partners, designing activities and programmatic interventions to fill those gaps, and monitoring performance over time to gauge the extent of capacity development in each downstream partner. S/he will support in ensuring that the capacity building activities are tailored to the needs of each partner as different partners may have different capacity gaps.
Essential Job Responsibilities
PARTNER MANAGEMENT

Work with the Deputy Team Lead and other key staff to offer partner management and technical support.
Design and deliver tailored, unified capacity building activities for each partner. Such capacity building activities include thematic and operational areas, systems/process as well as skills development of team members to deliver for the program.
Coordinate, manage, and provide technical support through the mobilization and empowerment of partner organizations to identify, plan, and address priority needs.
Support the development of institutional strengthening plans for partners that respond to organizational and programmatic priorities, and which draw upon a range of capacity development approaches.

PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION

Provide program guidance and technical support to the CREATE Kenya partners including support to field staff and partner organizations as required, in coordination with the Deputy Team Lead.
Ensure that beneficiaries are targeted effectively according to established vulnerability criteria.
Participate in the selection of appropriate downstream partners, offering a balanced view of their capacity and potential.
Work with the Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) team to support partners to monitor implementation and impact of the programme.
Organize feedback sessions for stakeholders during the implementation of program activities.
Work with the MEL team to monitor and evaluate the impact of program activities and respond appropriately if changes are required in implementation to improve impact, in consultation with the Deputy Team Lead.
Ensure that activities and outputs are completed adequately and within a reasonable timeframe.
Ensure program implementation is on time, target, scope and budget, using effective Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) systems to reach desired impacts.
Compile monthly, quarterly and annual reports from the program teams for submission to the Deputy Team Lead.
Play a key role in the development of systems and mechanisms to ensure the successful implementation of the program while ensuring that program progress tracking records up to date.
Ensure program implementation is on time, target and budget, using effective M&E systems to reach desired impacts.
Fulfill Mercy Corps’ Program Management Minimum (PM@MC) Standards based on the organization-wide guidelines.
Ensure all interventions adhere to Mercy Corps’ Gender Policy, Do No Harm principles, and beneficiary accountability standards.

COLLABORATION AND REPRESENTATION

Maintain productive working relationships and ensure close coordination and sharing of information with relevant downstream partners and other program stakeholders.
Participate in P/CVE and conflict-related coordination meetings and professionally represent the program in these meetings; as needed.
Liaise with relevant government officials and institutions, stakeholders and community members relevant to the Program and Operations in Mombasa County.

TEAM MANAGEMENT

Supervise and provide support in the development of team members’ professional skills and conduct staff reviews as appropriate.
Develop the capacity of the team, deepen understanding of their roles and assist with career development.
Assist team members with information, tools and resources to improve performance and reach objectives.
Promote accountability, communicate expectations and provide constructive feedback informally and formally via regular one on ones and performance reviews.
Create and sustain a work environment of mutual respect where team members strive to achieve excellence.
Hire, orient and lead team members as necessary.

FINANCE MANAGEMENT

Oversee and monitor program spending in appropriate program areas on a monthly basis; ensure that the program spends within budget at all times, and report any anomalies in a timely manner.

Supervisory Responsibility:
Program Officers.
Accountability
Reports Directly To: Deputy Team Lead
Works Directly With: Deputy Team Lead, Program staff & Partners, MEL team
Accountability to Participants and Stakeholders
Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our program participants, community partners, other stakeholders, and to international standards guiding international relief and development work. We are committed to actively engaging communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.
Knowledge and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences or related discipline. Master’s Degree is preferred.
5 years working experience in development programs with an INGO, UN agency or other relevant institution.
Project Monitoring and Evaluation experience is desired.
Experience in capacity building, training and organizational capacity assessment. Regional experience is a plus.
Experience working on peacebuilding, conflict and governance programmes.
Experience working with diverse project stakeholders such as private sector, government, youth and women groups.
Strong analytical and report writing skills.
Demonstrated ability to successfully initiate and maintain positive relationships with local NGOs is vital to effective performance.
Expertise with tools and innovations in Information Communication and Technologies. Proficiency in English language oral and writing skills is also required.
Ability to adjust and work in dynamic and complex environment/situations.

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recruiting2.ultipro.com

October 28, 2024
Laboratory Technician Deputy Principal Principal

Job Description/Requirements
Laboratory Technician

Should hold a Diploma in Laboratory Technology from a recognized University.
Should have at least 3 years’ experience in working in Institution’s science laboratory.

Responsibility and Duties.

Perform laboratory tests accurately.
Prepare specimen and samples.
Construct, maintain and operate standard school science laboratory.

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Interested and qualified candidates should send their detailed CV. enclosing copies of relevant certificates and testimonials to the undersigned so as to reach him on or before Wednesday 5th May 2021 Inshaa Allah.
THE SECRETARY, BOARD OF MANAGEMENT ISLAMIC TEACHERS TRAINING COLLEGE
P.0 BOX 85450 — 80100 MOMBASA

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Van Sales Representative – Mombasa County

Gross Pay: 18k-25k
Responsibilitie

Conduct Market Surveys in different regions to open up the market for van sales.
Market and sell products to achieve the set sales targets
Generate sales leads and conduct products demonstration to prospect customers
Deliver products determined by a delivery plan and set route to a specific set of customers within the
agreed window of time.
Educate the customers on the product knowledge and use
Conduct market storming activities to create product awareness in different regions
Establish and maintain excellent customer relationships by providing an efficient, reliable, friendly and
courteous service to all customers
Maintain the highest standard of service by maintaining the required supply of stock to ensure a 100%
service level with no ‘stock outs’ to the highest standard.
Communicate effectively with customers and maintain up to date information regarding new
initiatives, prices, promotions, new product listings and product de-lists.
Provide information and feedback to the supervisor, on Customer requirements and competitor
activity on your route
Any other duty that may be assigned from time to time

Qualifications

At least a diploma or a certificate in a business related course
At least 3 years working in a similar field – Van Sales
Must have a valid driving License – Minimum of 3 years
Good knowledge of Mombasa and neighboring counties
Good communication skills both written and spoken
Hardworking and presentable
Strong Ethics and integrity
A team player who takes initiatives

Suitable candidates to send CV and cover letter to Jobs@elexproducts.com by COB 27 th April 2021
Elex Products Limited is an equal opportunity Employer and does not discriminate the applicants on any basis.

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October 28, 2024
PD Intern – Digital Transformation Support (141656)

PD Summer Internship Programme 2021 – Digital Transformation Support Intern
Port Operations/Supply Chain Unit in Mombasa, Kenya
We are currently seeking to fill for candidates to participate in the PD Summer Internship Programme 2021 in the Policy and Programme Development Department (PD).
The position will be based in supply chain and port operations to be Port Operations / Supply Chain unit, Mombasa, Kenya. The internship will be typically for the period of at least 3 months during May/June to August/ September 2021.

Brief description of WFP activities in Port Operations/Supply Chain Unit in Mombasa, Kenya:
Mombasa Port is the main port of entry in Kenya and main HUB for WFP operations in the Region with a turnover of over 300,000MT foods and non-foods items per year. WFP Mombasa is responsible for handling arrivals of containerized cargo and charter vessels supporting the landlocked countries and Kenya operations.
The Mombasa Office is operational and dynamic, involving warehouse management / land transport, port clearances activities and vessel discharge operations. We are looking for young talented individuals with an interest in supply chain and port operations. The intern will be supervised by the head of the office, providing training in shipping activities, warehousing management, and logistics in general.
General Information

Title of Post: PD Internship_ Digital Transformation Support
Supervisor: Logistics Officer of Unit/Head of Office
Unit: Supply Chain, Port Operations
Country: Kenya
Duty Station: Mombasa
Duration of internship: At least 3 months (May/June to August/September 2021)
Expected Start Date: ASAP, June 2021

Duties and responsibilities
The intern will be supervised by the head of the office providing training in shipping activities, warehousing management, and logistics in general. The PD Summer Intern will perform the following duties:

Update weekly reports, including maintaining our Tableau Dashboard
Assist the various teams in our internal business processes, Warehousing, Transport, Shipping
Manage WFP’s container tracing system during vessel discharge
Provide a daily warehouse assessment using the mobile APP
Coordinate and organize workshops for service provision
Participate in the in-house trainings on the various supply chain subjects
Perform other related duties as required

Qualifications and experience

Currently enrolled in a graduate programme and have attended classes in the past 12 months, or a recent graduate from a graduate programme (within six months prior to the application to the internship programme).
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook)
Excellent English verbal and writing skills
Excellent IT skills / dashboards / mobile APPs

Required soft skills/WFP Competencies
Good team work and interpersonal skills

Openness to innovation and learning
Enthusiasm for humanitarian and development causes

Working Languages
Working knowledge of English (proficiency/level C) is required.
Supervision (Level/Methods of Supervision)
Under the direct supervision of Logistics Officer of Unit, the incumbent will be provided with close mentoring, guidance, and technical supervision. Performance planning and reviews as well as learning and development discussions will be elemental part of the supervision. Head of Office will be the second-level supervisor. With the support of a comprehensive induction package and assignment of a buddy/mentor, the intern will rapidly become a productive member of the team.
Training components
Throughout their assignment, WFP interns have access to an industry leading learning platform, WeLearn. Depending on opportunities and availability of funds, he/she may participate in WFP workshops or seminars, as appropriate.
Learning Elements
At the end of the assignment, the Intern should have:

Results-based skills in supply chain activities, port operations and warehouse management
Good knowledge in modernizing our internal processes, Dashboard implemented, mobile APP and Transport Allocations tool concluded
Understanding in Shipping / Maritime industry
Skills in planning, coordination and collaborating both with the internal and external stakeholders.
Integration and more service provision
General understanding of WFP overall operations

Information on the Country of Assignment
Mombasa Port is the main port of entry in Kenya and main HUB for WFP operations in the Region with a turnover of over 300,000MT foods and non-foods items per year. WFP Mombasa is responsible for handling arrivals of containerized cargo and charter vessels supporting the landlocked countries and Kenya operations. The Mombasa Office is very operational and dynamic, involving warehouse management / land transport, port clearances activities and vessel discharge operations.
Mombasa is a beautiful coastal city of Kenya along the Indian Ocean. It is Kenya’s second largest city and has a large port and an international airport. It is classified as B duty station under the UN duty stations classification.
Mombasa is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Kenya usually frequented by UN personnel for both work and holiday. The area’s security remains generally stable. In general, Mombasa records highs of 88°F (31°C) and lows of 80°F (26°C), representing a very small range. This explains why it is hot for most parts of the year. It would therefore be advisable to bring light clothing. There is adequate supply of housing at affordable prices and has a number of shopping malls.
The area is also prone to tropical diseases such as Malaria, Dengue Fever. Staff are therefore advised to used mosquito repellents and sleep under treated mosquito nets.
VA Reference no: 141656
Closing Date: 2 May 2021
Please note that the deadline is at 11:59 pm Rome time (GMT + 1)
Terms and Conditions:
Interns receive a monthly stipend from WFP up to the maximum amount of US$1,000 per month depending on the duty station of assignment.

WFP is not responsible for living expenses, arrangements for accommodation, necessary visas, and related costs.
WFP will reimburse travel ticket for candidates who are nationals of developing countries and are pursuing their studies in their home country.
WFP will recognize candidates’ educational credentials from recognised institutions that have been certified by competent international or national authorities such as the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) or Ministries of Education.
Candidates who bear any of the following relations to WFP staff members are not eligible to apply: sons, daughters, brothers, or sisters.

Female applicants and qualified applicants from developing countries are especially encouraged to apply. WFP has zero tolerance for discrimination and does not discriminate on the basis of HIV/AIDS status.
No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.

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October 28, 2024