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  • Chief Information Officer Talent Manager Chief Risk Officer HR Business Partner Group Chief Finance Officer Derivatives Sales Head

    Chief Information Officer Talent Manager Chief Risk Officer HR Business Partner Group Chief Finance Officer Derivatives Sales Head

    The Chief Information Officer (CIO) is the most senior Executive in the organization responsible for the information technology and computer systems that support the organization’s goals.
    We are supporting our client to find an experienced CIO to oversee the use of Information technology (IT), and to devise the Bank’s IT strategy and ensure that all systems necessary to support its operations and objectives are in place.
    An excellent CIO must have a solid IT background and consistently keep up-to-date with advancements of the field. Apart from their education and experience, they must have every quality of a leader and a strong strategic and business acumen.
    The goal is to ensure that information technology adds the maximum value to the organization so as to facilitate the success of our client’s business.
    This is a highly specialized role, at the Senior level (C Suite)
    If you are ready to make a significant career move, then read further
    The Job, what is expected of you
    You are meticulous and precise with an innate dynamism to solve problems, you like challenging tasks and have the ability to perform a variety of activities
    You prefer freshness, and inventive ideas and work that involves change, variety and excitement, you have an innate tendency toward creativity and always seeks to achieve accuracy and perfection

    Set objectives and strategies for the IT department
    Select and implement suitable technology to streamline all internal operations and help optimize their strategic benefits
    Communicate with bank’s board, CEO and business executives and translate business objective into IT activities and priorities. Establish and direct the strategic and tactical goals, policies, and procedures for the information technology department.
    Design and customize technological systems and platforms to improve customer experience,
    Plan the implementation of new systems and projects and provide guidance to IT professionals and other staff within the organization
    Participate in vendor contract negotiations, and approve purchases of technological equipment and software and establish partnerships with IT providers,
    Oversee the technological infrastructure (networks and computer systems) in the organization to ensure optimal performance
    Direct and organize IT-related projects
    Monitor changes or advancements in technology to discover ways the company can gain competitive advantage
    Analyze the costs, value and risks of information technology to advise management and suggest actions

    Qualifications and Requirements:

    15+ years professional work experience in a similar role, 8 of which should be in senior Management
    Excellent knowledge of IT systems and infrastructure
    Background in designing/developing IT systems and planning IT implementation
    BSc/BA in computer science, engineering or relevant field
    MSc/MA will be preferred
    Solid understanding of data analysis, budgeting and business operations
    Superior analytical and problem-solving capabilities
    A strong strategic and business mindset
    Excellent organizational and leadership skills
    Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities

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  • NOC Manager

    NOC Manager

    Job Details
    We are seeking highly competent, motivated, qualified and experienced staff to fill various vacant positions within the organization in Operations and Maintenance of GSM cellular sites and related infrastructure, in the following positions.
    Main Responsibilities

    Managing shifts and assigning responsibilities to the NOC teams
    Ensuring Preventive Maintenance Reports. Power Meter readings and Fueling Reports are done within the allocated timelines and as per schedule.
    Ensure proper fault detection on either/all Radio Network & Transmission elements
    Ensure first line fault resolution and identification of potential risks and actions are taken to mitigate failure.
    Making sure all incident reports are resolved, tracking and reporting on resolutions
    Spares requisition based on escalated faults
    Weekly Performance analysis based on failure reports.
    Spares and Consumables Budget Management
    Compiling reports at scheduled intervals

    Relevant Experience, Educational background and Qualifications

    Diploma/HND/University degree in electrical/ electronic from a reputable institution with a bias in telecommunications / Computer Science CCNA certification/ CCNP certification
    A minimum of 3yrs experience In Telecommunications.
    Experience providing field support
    Strong planning and organization skills
    Good time management skills
    Attention to detail,
    Ability to work under pressure
    Possess good communication skills

  • Pharmaceutical Technologist

    Pharmaceutical Technologist

    The Pharmaceutical Technologist major role is to stock and dispense drugs to Haltons Pharmacy clients. He/she is also responsible in providing excellent customer service to the clients.
    Key Responsibilities

    Helps patients by greeting them in person and by phone; answering questions and requests; dispensing medicine.
    Maintains pharmacy inventory by checking pharmaceutical stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed medications and supplies; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt; removing outdated drugs & preparing ageing reports as often as possible.
    Maintains a safe and clean environment by complying with company standard operating procedures & government regulation. He/she cleans the floors and dump dusts the shelves.
    Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
    Organizes medications for dispensing by reading medication orders and prescriptions; preparing labels; calculating quantities; assembling intravenous solutions and other pharmaceutical therapies.
    Maintains records by recording and filing physicians’ orders and prescriptions.
    Generates revenues by calculating, recording, and issuing charges as well as issuing cash sale receipts.
    Ensures medication availability by delivering medications to patients and other clientele.
    Prepares reports by collecting and summarizing information and sending them on time as required in the standard operating procedures.
    Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
    Conducting marketing activities together with the branch team and ensuring individual and branch sales targets are met/or exceeded.
    Take responsibility of his/her shop by ensuring that all operations of the shop are running smoothly and reporting any anomalies and breakages.
    Adhere to the Dangerous Drug Act regulation
    Ensure standard operating procedures are followed to the letter and timely feedback given
    Any other duty assigned by the Branch manager, Regional Manager or senior management staff.

    Code of conduct required

    He/She must always be clean, smart and well groomed in uniform when on duty.
    He/She must be ready and willing to provide exemplary customer service in accordance to company brand and policies.
    He/She must adhere to the working hours as per shifts allocated; any absence from work must be reported in good time.
    He/she must always wear the Haltons staff I.D when on duty.
    He/she must keep the clients’ information confidential.
    He/she must adhere to the organization’s reporting structure.

    Skills and competencies

    Excellent team player
    Negotiation skills.
    Able to achieve targets and to achieve organizational change.
    Strong written, reading and spoken English Language skills.
    IT literate.
    Excellent use of MS Office and Email (MUST).
    Customer focused and always willing to go the extra mile.
    Excellent communication skills with proven email etiquette.

    Qualifications

    Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology from a reputable institution
    Pharmacy & Poisons Board certification- desired
    One year experience post internship in a busy retail pharmacy.
    Excellent use of Pharmacore system.

  • Shift Supervisor

    Shift Supervisor

    Department: Production
    Reporting To: Production Manager
    Level Of Education: Minimum Diploma Or Equivalent
    Experience: 5 Years Experience In FMCG Production
    Salary Range: Negotiable
    Objectives;

    Knowledgeable on the quality of production products
    Achievement of set production targets
    Minimize westage of materials
    Account for manpower

    Tasks:

    Deploying skilled manpower as per production and manpower planning.
    Ensure machines are operating as per required standards within the required productivity.
    Check and confirm the safety and setting of equipments before and after utilization.
    Ensure set Policies, formulation and procedures are observed during production.
    Ensure minimum machine breakdown by monitoring the performance of the machine operators/attendants.
    Ensure maximum production output is achieved in your shift in order to achieve the set targets.
    Ensure high quality products with minimum wastage.
    Maintain correct recording of production data.
    Ensure cleaning of both machine and working environment.
    Ensure proper handing over of shift [employees should not leave their place of work until properly relieved].
    Ensure employees adhere to health and safety procedures while operating machines
    Ensure no idler around the working areas.
    Ensure personal hygiene of employees is observed without compromise..
    Ensure waste generation is controlled and re-used/consumed.
    Record and account for production, daily attendance and time spent on machine repair/servicing.
    Monitor the performance of trainees with the view of identifying potentials in various sections in collaborations with their captains and Engineers.
    And any other tasks that may be assigned to you by the management from time to time

  • Reach GIS Specialist

    Reach GIS Specialist

    Background on IMPACT and REACH
    REACH was born in 2010 as a joint initiative of two INGOs (IMPACT Initiatives and ACTED) and the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) Operational Satellite Applications Programme (UNOSAT). REACH’s purpose is to promote and facilitate the development of information products that enhance the humanitarian community’s decision making and planning capacity for emergency, reconstruction and development contexts, supporting and working within the framework of the humanitarian reform process. REACH facilitates information management for aid actors through three complementary services: (a) need and situation assessments facilitated by REACH teams; (b) situation analysis using satellite imagery; (c) provision of related database and (web)-mapping facilities and expertise.
    Department: REACH
    Contract duration: 9 months
    Location: Nairobi, Kenya
    Starting Date: April 2018
    Country profile
    REACH has been operational in Somalia since 2012, providing information management support to humanitarian actors in a complex environment through assessment capacity, GIS services and support to Cluster IM practices. Projects have included tri-cluster assessments in support of the WASH, Shelter and Education Clusters, support to Food Security response analysis, and development of a Shelter Cluster M&E Framework.
    Throughout 2017 REACH Somalia expanded information support to the humanitarian response in several key areas, including IDP settlement profiling, multi-cluster needs assessment and improved remote data collection. Moving forward, key strategic aims are to increase geographic and sectoral coverage and to enhance advocacy capacity through strengthened data collection and information targeting.Position profile
    Under the supervision of the REACH Country Coordinator, the REACH GIS Specialist is responsible for the management, implementation and support of REACH assessments and operational framework of the GIS Unit and provide GPS technical support to partner Agencies.
    The REACH GIS Specialist shall be responsible for:

    GIS Activities

    Preparation, conception and production of maps
    Identify map information needs;
    Identify and access map information sources;
    Ensure accurate linkages between spatial databases and assessment data,
    Ensures that the produced maps meet the requirements of REACH and concerned partners.

    Supervision and monitoring of mapping related data collection

    Conceptualize methodologies for collecting data in the field, as according to need;
    Organize and supervise GIS field missions;
    Monitor accuracy of data collected.
    Cross check data collected in the field, ensure regular updates and solve eventual discrepancies;
    Acts as focal point for acquisition for satellite imagery (from IMPACT HQ and UNOSAT)

    Project development support

    Co-developing GIS components in proposals and supervising the implementation of these GIS components in approved projects;
    Contribute to the strategic and programmatic development of the country team

    GIS Staff Management

    Supervising the activities of subordinate GIS/DB staff, including GIS officers, assistants and interns;
    Development of capacity building and training plans for subordinate staff
    Conducting appraisals and HR activities for GIS/DB staff
    Integrating workplans of the GIS/DB team with the overall mission workplans; ensuring follow up for completion of tasks by the whole GIS/DB team

    GIS capacity training

    Develop training packages for the training of external GIS users (such as Government, UN and NGO staff) on ARC and QGIS
    Develop internal training for assessment, and where relevant ACTED staff on data management, GIS and mapping

    Database/Data Management Activities

    The REACH GIS Specialist will manage the maintenance of database(s) for the consolidation of all assessment-related and GIS data in country.
    He/she will ensure the capitalization of tools and procedures related to mapping and databases. Furthermore, he/she will support the assessment team in the collection and management of spatial datasets, verification and update of the collected data.
    He/she will monitor the accuracy of collected data.Technical Support

    The REACH GIS Specialist will contribute towards the identification and implementation of effective and adapted technical solutions and partnerships. The REACH GIS Specialist will provide technical backstopping of database to GIS/DB team and provide capacity-building to GIS/DB team related to database maintenance and advanced GIS techniques. He/she will also support the collection of spatial datasets and integration with REACH activities.
    External Relations

    The REACH GIS Specialist will respond to information requests from REACH and its partners. In order to support the development of joint database tools and processes with REACH partners in country, the REACH GIS Specialist will maintain regular interactions and reporting with key IM partners including cluster lead agencies, UN agencies, NGOs and technical partners. He/she will respond to information requests from REACH partners in country related to MIS data and mapping as well as solicit information from partner organizations to be incorporated into database. Furthermore, he/she will liaise with these partners to ensure the data is shared with REACH MIS team when required.

    Internal Communication Processes

    The REACH GIS/DB will liaise with IMPACT in Geneva to guarantee a quality product that suits the needs of the field office. He/she will respond to information requests from IMPACT Initiatives and keep Geneva informed of the MIS activities in the field.

    Confidentiality and Data Protection

    Requirements

    Masters or Bachelor’s degree in GIS or other related fields will be an added advantage
    Excellent analytical skills of qualitative, quantitative and geo-spatial data
    Experience using ODK for quantitative data collection, or the ability to rapidly master the process
    5 years of relevant working experience in humanitarian settings a benefit;
    Experience working in the Humanitarian sector; Familiarity with the aid system, and understanding of donor and governmental requirements;
    Prior experience working in IDP displacement locations
    Excellent communication and time management skills
    Excellent team management skills;
    Flexibility and willingness to travel;
    Ability to operate in a cross-cultural environment requiring flexibilityFluency in English; professional working fluency in Somali beneficial
    Prior experience of mobile data collection tools
    Ability to work independently.

  • Project Officer

    Project Officer

    Main Purpose of the Job:
    The Project Officer will have the overall responsibility of overseeing the successful implementation of the Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights (SRHR) programme and aspects of the Learn for Work project.
    ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    Manage the overall day-to-day running and implementation of project activities ensuring efficient and effective implementation of the project
    Support the planning processes of the project, including the development of project proposals, budgets, reports and tools to monitor progress and evaluate impact of activities for effective implementation. Ensure effective and timely implementation of outlined project activities.
    Ensure continuous project monitoring. This includes monitoring impact, collecting relevant data guided by project indicators, maintaining updated database and generating accurate reports
    Take part in the relevant technical working groups that help improve the delivery of the project both internal and external
    Contribute to the development of innovative strategies for raising awareness of the project and funding for work among new donors
    Collaborate with the Communications Department to develop materials showcasing the project’s activities and achievements for sharing with relevant stakeholders
    Assist in data collection, analysis and sharing of findings including developing internal and external publications such as briefs, abstracts, concept notes and proposals.
    Submit regular/scheduled complete, accurate and timely consolidated reports that conform to prescribed formats and other parameters from NairoBits and the donor.

    Minimum requirements:

    Undergraduate degree or an equivalent preferably in Sociology
    Must have experience in programme coordination/management dealing with development issues
    Should be knowledgeable on Youth Development particularly on Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights (SRHR), Economic Empowerment and Skills Development
    Knowledge in Project management, Monitoring and Evaluation, Research methodologies and Proposal Writing
    Experience in organizing events, trainings, community outreaches and workshops.
    Strong organizational and management skills with attention to detail.
    Demonstrable analytical and strategic thinking skills.
    Sensitivity, flexibility, tolerance and ability to listen and communicate clearly and effectively with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
    Ability to work effectively both independently (without detailed daily supervision) and as a member of a team, on a wide range of tasks.
    Excellent oral and written communications skills in English and Kiswahili.

  • Surgeon Mental Health Supervisor

    Surgeon Mental Health Supervisor

    Location: Dadaab, Dagahaley Refugee Camp
    Project Summary: The objective of our project is to provide primary and secondary level of healthcare to the Refugees in Dagahaley refugee camp. MSF provides a full package of medical care through 2 primary health care units and 1 hospital (100 beds) with 24 hour emergency and Operating Theatre.
    Health services include curative, preventative, nutritional activities and emergency preparedness and intervention with partners.
    The selected candidate will be reporting to the Hospital Director
    Start date: 1st week of April
    Package: Attractive salary package on offer with additional benefits including comprehensive health cover.
    Contract duration: 6 month fixed term contract
    Purpose: Organize and carry out surgical activities, ensure pre and post-operative surgical care, in accordance with MSF policies, protocols and universal hygiene standards and in close collaboration with medical staff in the emergency, intensive wards and operation theatre in order to improve patients’ health conditions.
    Train and capacity build the surgical competencies of the Project MDs in performing appropriate preoperative, intraoperative and postoperative emergency surgical interventions
    The job activities include but are not limited to;

    Coordinates the implementation of MSF clinical policies, tools, guidelines and protocols ( antibiotic prophylaxis, post-operative pain management, thrombo-prophylaxis, caesarean section, blood transfusion, etc) and recommendations (standard hygiene and sterilization rules, prevention to HIV, TB, Syphilis and Hep B exposure) in order to minimize clinical risks.
    Undertake pre-operative consultations, evaluating the surgical risks with the anaesthetist and with Project MDs, and obtaining the patient’s signed consent to operate.
    Carry out emergency and programmed surgical intervention following MSF protocols and policies including swab counts, ensuring appropriate use of surgical equipment and proper OT registry entry/documentation of all OT intervention.
    Carry out post-operative clinical care and ward rounds collaborating with the anesthetist, the Operating Theatre Nurse, MD and ward staff or other Unit
    Managers to ensure compliance with MSF protocols and rational use of medicines. Attend OPD, emergency room when required.
    Review the emergency disaster response plan of the hospital along with the anesthetist and the medical doctor and /or the responsible nurse and run role hospital practical rehearsals, in order to ensure the continuity of the services under any circumstance
    Knows and helps implement the accidental blood exposure policy.
    In collaboration with the nurse/midwife, supervise the application of surgical rules regarding preparation and work of the operating department.
    Supervision and control of surgical equipment, tools and drugs Supports other medical teams/wards when needed (i.e. midwifes and obstetric teams in the maternity ward, etc.)
    Undertake pre-operative consultations, evaluating the surgical risks with the anaesthetist and with Project MDs, and obtaining the patient’s signed consent to operate.
    Train and upgrade the emergency surgical competencies including preoperative, intraoperative and post-operative surgical care of the Medical Officers in the Project.
    In collaboration with the Anaesthetist, OT nurses and the Project MDs carry-out the collection and analysis of quantitative surgical- anaesthesia data, using post-operative observation sheets, routine data collected, patient files, operating department register, patient file, etc upload into Gecko to monitor quality.
    Monthly review data and analyse clinical trends and comment on adverse events / poor clinical outcome. Support organizing the operating program and with OT staff monitor use of material and equipment and advice on instrument needs and coordinates patient referral.
    Introduction and supervision of protocols for the surgical cases referrals.
    Develop a system for following up patients referred to other institutions for further management
    Plan, evaluate, and supervise the training of the staff (Project MD and OT nurse) in order to ensure the amount of knowledge required and to improve people diagnosing, triage, and early detection capabilities.
    Conduct case reviews, mortality audits and near miss audits in the surgical department.
    Prepare monthly situation reports of the program and send the report to the MTL and HD.
    Conduct a bimonthly evaluation of the surgical competencies of the Project MDs and report and give feedback to the HMT, MTL and Medical Coordinator.
    Conduct an End evaluation and capitalization report of the program with the MTL and HD and send the report to the Medical Coordinator
    Chair the Infection Prevention Committee and initiate and implement strategies with a view to Reducing post op sepsis.

    Education: Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery with a specialization in MMed Surg
    Experience: Surgical experience as stated in surgical CV/skill form (number of independently per-formed surgical interventions) corresponds with the surgeries that are performed in the mission and qualification is duly certified and verified. Desirable experience with MSF or other NGO’s in developing countries.
    Languages: Essential, mission language; local working language would be an asset.
    Competencies

    People Management.
    Commitment.
    Flexibility.
    Results.
    Teamwork.

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  • Reservations Assistant

    Reservations Assistant

    Job summary 

    This Reservation Assistant role will work within the reservations team to deliver service-level excellence for PEAK DMC.  The role will initially be responsible for supporting the migration from current systems to Travel Studio –including loading existing suppliers and services.
    Who are you?

    Be passionate about travel, personable and self-motivated
    An understanding of and a passion for PEAK’s style of travel, including the styles of our different brands.
    Strong written and spoken communicate skills in English
    Strong computer and IT system skills, proficient in Microsoft Office
    Experience with ticketing and other reservations processes
    Experience with a reservations system is advantageous
    Able to relax and have fun at work with the team and still meet objectives

    What will you be doing?
    Once operational the role will be making bookings and confirmations with suppliers of all accommodation, transportation and required activities on trips in the region.  This will include Intrepid Group product as well as external group series and FIT trips as scheduled.  This role also assists the manager in continually improving reservations processes and use of the system (Travel Studio). 
    Applications close 9 April 2018