Jobs Kenya

Location: Location in Nairobi

  • Design Lead

    Design Lead

    Period: 2nd May – 21st December, 2018 (Full-time)
    BACKGROUND
    The Displacement Unit (DU) is an extension of the MSF Nairobi Unit. It was created as part of OCBA’s specialization plan for the decentralized units, a strategy to improve the quality of the OCBA operations by placing diverse capacities in regional hubs. The DU aims at identifying operational chal-lenges and needs in the field, and at promoting and setting up innovative and multidisciplinary projects at the heart of the Nairobi humanitarian hub.
    With a particular focus on the support of displaced populations, the DU is continually engaging with a range of local and international partners to develop a dynamic network of expertize in the field of innovation and humanitarian healthcare provision. Ongoing projects include the development of an ICT based platform for remote healthcare provision in Jordan, the assessment and diffusion of non-standard ideas implemented in the field, and coordination of a toolkit design for decentralized medical activities.
    OBJECTIVES OF THE POSITION
    This position is the focal point for initiation of DU projects and the motor of creative thinking in the DU. Hierarchically, this position reports to the Head of the Displacement Unit.
    More specifically the ‘Design Lead’ should:

    Plan and carry out identification of needs, problem framing and concept envisioning through engagement with staff from missions, decentralized units, and departments at headquarters;
    Catalyse innovative thinking amongst the DU team and MSF staff;

    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS
    The focal point for the initial project phases and the motor of creative thinking in the DU must:

    Lead the initiation and planning of the projects that have been assigned to him/her
    To organize and facilitate the assessment/identification of operational needs through emergent dialogue and multi-disciplinary workshops, at the DU, in the field and in headquarters;
    To articulate findings, conceptualize and propose new projects, together with the DU team
    Apply context-appropriate and innovative methodologies
    Deliver tangible outcomes (visualizations, simple reports/presentations)
    Participates in the planning of the Displacement Unit and ensures adequate reporting and rep-resentation
    Participates in the general medical and logistic meetings at OCBA and in meetings of the MSF innovation club
    To transmit capacities to DU staff while cementing capacities within the current processes:
    Support the DU team with programmatic and creative skills
    Engage with external actors working on similar topics or initiatives, setup and maintain a net-work related to this function and participate in related events
    Maintain a database of ideas and champion the most relevant ones internally or externally when appropriate

    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

    University Degree in Industrial design, social sciences (e.g. ethnography) or other relevant degree
    Experience with MSF or other humanitarian organisations
    Experience with management of innovation processes, research and design of interventions in the public/global health domain
    Fluency in English, French – Knowledge of Arabic language will be an asset
    Familiarity with business model/service design
    Experience with MSF or another humanitarian organization
    Mentoring experience
    Visual/graphic design skills

    REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

    Multidisciplinary and cross-cultural communication
    Teamwork, enthusiasm and high motivation
    Process and strategic orientation
    Systemic problem solving (systems/design thinking)
    Autonomous, proactive self-management
    Experience and comfort in low-resource settings (accommodation and travelling)
    Knowledgeable in the international humanitarian context
    Behavioural flexibility
    Planning and organization

    Results and quality orientation TERMS AND CONDITIONS
    Period: 2nd May – 21st December, 2018 (Full-time)
    30% travel to the field
    Salary: 3,328,598 KES per year; secondary benefits according to OCBA Nairobi policy

  • Manager Africa, GEF Project Agency

    Manager Africa, GEF Project Agency

    Job description
    Position Summary
    The Manager Africa, provides overall support to the CI-GEF Project Agency for the development, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of GEF projects in Africa, implemented through the CI-GEF Project Agency. The focus will be on Capacity Building Initiative for Transparency (CBIT) projects. Currently these are being developed for Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Liberia, Madagascar and Rwanda, but additional CBIT projects are expected. The Manager will furthermore support other CI-GEF Project Agency projects in Africa as required. This position will work with in-country partners including government agencies, CI field programs, partner NGOs, consultants or other entities and stakeholders.
    Responsibilities

    CI-GEF Project Development
    In Close Collaboration With CI-GEF Project Agency Staff
    Support the review of project concept ideas and Project Identification Forms (PIFs).
    Support capacity and risk assessments of executing agencies.
    Provide guidance to the executing agencies during the Project Preparation Grants (PPG), including: organizing PPG kick-off meetings; providing relevant documents; reviewing
    contracts, procurement packages, workplans, budgets, and progress reports.
    Support the review of Project Documents (ProDocs), including review of Environmental and Social Safeguard plans, budgets, and others as needed.
    CI-GEF Project Implementation, Monitoring and Evaluation
    In Close Collaboration With CI-GEF Project Agency Staff
    Review annual workplans and budgets.
    Review quarterly progress reports and budgets.
    Review yearly Project Implementation Reports (PIRs).
    Review procurement packages and contracts.
    Monitor co-financing.
    Support project finalization processes.
    Perform field visits when required.
    Capacity Building
    In Close Collaboration With CI-GEF Project Agency Staff
    Conduct/Support capacity building activities for Executing Agency staff and key partners, including training on Environmental and Social Safeguards, GEF project cycle, financial processes and requirements, procurement, budget preparation, contracting and granting.
    Support the preparation of capacity building materials.
    Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

    Working Conditions

    This position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya.
    National/international travel up to 25% of the work time.

    Required
    QUALIFICATIONS:

    Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or related field.
    At least 4 years of experience working with project/program design, implementation, evaluation & monitoring in the areas of environment, conservation and/or development.
    Demonstrated experience with the implementation of projects in Africa.
    Demonstrated experience with the implementation of projects and programs funded by public donors.
    Some knowledge of the GEF and its functioning.
    Demonstrated ability to think critically and synthetically across fields and topics.
    Strong ability to work independently and/or remotely, while maintaining productivity.
    Experience in cross-cultural consultation, training, capacity building and collaboration.
    Demonstrated ability to work in team environments and cultivate productive partnerships across a diversity of stakeholders.
    Demonstrated ability to deliver high quality products subject to strict deadlines.
    Excellent English oral and written communication skills; including public speaking.
    Excellent team player
    Excellent computer skills, including but not limited to MS Office (Word, Excel, and Power Point).

    Preferred

    Experience designing and implementing GEF projects.
    Adaptive management skills.
    Conflict resolution skills.
    Working knowledge of French.

  • Innovation Analyst

    Innovation Analyst

    Job description
    The opportunity

    Innovation is the hallmark of Living Goods. We’re constantly testing new tools and techniques to improve community health. Our software engineers invent new apps. Community health teams identify new approaches. External partners help us create new tools.
    Having so many ideas being worked on simultaneously can be both exciting and daunting so we need someone to help us make sense of them all. That’s why we’ve created the new role of Innovation Analyst.
    Conduct rigorous analytics. You will help design experiments that touch on many different topic areas at Living Goods and that utilize sound design principles such as randomization, propensity score matching, and other research methods.
    Translate data. You will interpret and summarizing data from experiments translating complex information into easy to understand findings and lessons learned.
    Support the design of rigorous research experiments. You will support the design of rigorous research experiments: advising on experiment design decisions such as sample size and sampling method, selection of appropriate control groups, statistical power, and ensuring that experiments can meet stated objectives and answer target questions.
    Advise on data quality improvements. You will provide guidance and input to our monitoring and evaluation team to improve data collection methods, developing tools and resources that can identify data quality problems, and implementing best practices for data accuracy.
    Promote staff mentorship. You will lead trainings for team members on data analysis and data fluency, developing and revising training materials and resources, and providing targeted mentorship to key staff to build their data analysis and experiment design skills.

    Your Background

    Strong academic credentials. You have a University degree in Economics, Computer Science, Mathematics or Statistics.
    Relevant work experience. You have 2-3 years’ work experiences in a demanding professional work environment, or successful entrepreneurial experience.
    Demonstrated statistical background. You have strong foundation in statistical analyses, with a preference for experience with designing and implementing randomized controlled trials and using data analytics. In addition, you are comfortable navigating large relational databases, retrieving and querying data (e.g. using MySQL or PostgreSQL).
    Comfortable with analysis software. You have experience using advanced Excel functions for data analysis. Experience with statistical software such as STATA, SPSS or R required. Proficiency with business intelligence tools (such as Tableau or Business Objects) a plus.
    Collaborative spirit. We want someone who actively listens and communicates. You connect easily with her/his team and gain their trust and respect. Who can work across departments — with executive team members, country representatives, and organizational peers.
    Solid work ethic. You’re at home in a fast-paced environment that requires excellent time-management and the ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively. In addition, you are comfortable in working independently, with reliable execution and strong communication skills.
    Team player. You play well with others enjoy seeing the impact of our work as a team.
    Multitasks. You’re able to juggle multiple tasks at once while ‘staying calm and carrying on.’ You think strategically, handle ambiguity and work well in a multicultural environment.

  • Brand & Admissions Manager

    Brand & Admissions Manager

    Job description
    Nova Pioneer is looking for a superstar Brand & Admissions Manager to lead a vibrant and talented team to build our brand across Kenya, deliver an exceptional parent experience, and achieve our annual admissions targets. This is an opportunity to create a transformative brand with the future of Africa’s youth at stake.
    About The Role
    You will lead vibrant and talented school-based teams and the external relations team to achieve their annual enrolment and admissions targets. You will also advise teams on the best marketing strategies to drive enrollments in the various communities. The role is based in Nairobi, Kenya.
    Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

    Admissions Process Strategy
    Develop and execute a comprehensive admissions strategy across the network of schools
    Build a thorough understanding of how parents in our target demographic think about school choice and properly segment and customize based on their perceptions, preferences and decision-making criteria
    Build an admissions pipeline that takes parents through a compelling, structured journey as they get exposed to our schools and make their decision
    Develop methodologies to meticulously track ROI of our admissions initiatives and activations and make data-driven decisions to positively impact enrollment
    Brand-Building & Event Planning
    Design and lead advertising brand-building strategies across traditional and digital channels
    Ensure consistency and quality of positioning, messaging, and all materials across brand-building activities
    Drive the planning and execution of Open Days and other key events, and create a consistent, compelling experience of our brand at each event
    Team Building & Coaching
    Lead Brand & Admissions Associates across our schools in Kenya, which you will have the responsibly of coaching and growing as we expand rapidly
    Closely support each team member in ensuring daily prioritization and execution of tasks

    About You

    You have at least 5+ years experience building and managing important relationships in marketing, communications and/or business development positions.
    You are a great communicator: You are able to provide a clear and persuasive pitch to anyone and have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
    You are results driven: You are goal oriented, move fast and take ownership of work.
    You have strong skills working with data: You know how to structure data in a compelling way, analyze data to pull out key insights and trends, and make data-driven decisions
    You have strong project management skills: You are able to juggle multiple tasks, provide support to junior level staff and meet deadlines and targets
    You are entrepreneurial and empathetic. You are able to understand the various Nova Pioneer stakeholders and think creatively about how to effectively communicate to them.
    You have a track record of improving other people’s performance through coaching and build uncommonly strong relationships
    You have the ability to thrive in a fast‐paced, entrepreneurial environment
    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

  • Chief Technical Officer

    Chief Technical Officer

    Job description
    Chief Technical Officer – Improved cookstove social enterprise – Kenya
    A leading manufacturer and distributor of improved cook stoves is searching for a CTO, based in Kenya. Improved cookstoves reduce smoke and use less wood than open fires, improving both the health and finances of families, but also reducing pressure on woods and forests. The company operates across East Africa and is looking for an experienced Chief Technical Officer.
    The role:

    Manage the technical operation of the factory.
    Manage engineers, testing, maintenance and workshop staff.
    Work closely with designers, market research, QC and factory management.
    Develop manufacturing processes and procedures.
    Design and produce custom factory equipment.
    Oversee initial production of new products

    The candidate will be experienced in:

    Sheet metal fabrication techniques.
    CNC equipment.
    jig and fixture design.
    Launching production lines.
    Developing consumer products.
    Working in Africa.

    The package:
    The challenging role will offer the ideal candidate a highly competitive salary based on their previous experience. Furthermore, it will allow you to truly contribute to a company’s future expansion, holding a highly responsible role with an expanding global producer.

  • General Insurance Business

    General Insurance Business

    Reporting to the Senior Underwriter, the job holder will be responsible for risk management by ensuring that thorough inspection and valuation of vehicles is carried out accurately for the purpose of underwriting.
    Responsibilities

    Conduct accurate and prompt motor valuations.
    Carry out valuations for fleets and ensure completion as per SLA.
    Prepare motor vehicle valuation reports within agreed SLA’s and submit them to underwriting for action.
    Maintain a ‘soft’ database of motor vehicle valuations for quick access to underwriting department.
    Update underwriting system register of all vehicles valued internally and externally by our external panel of valuers to facilitate service provider invoice payments.
    Review motor vehicle valuation reports and mechanical evaluation reports that have been prepared by external valuers as and when required.
    Deal with customer complaints relating to valuations promptly.
    Advise underwriting department of new motor vehicle models and considerations for underwriting them.
    Liaise with internal motor assessor and ensure release of updated list of rare models every quarter.
    Identify likely fraudulent motor insurance placements.
    Engage motor assessors whenever there are disputes between the valuations and pre-accident values.
    Advise the Manager on any new trends in vehicle values. 13. Any other duties as may be assigned

    Qualifications

    Diploma in Automotive Engineering from a reputable learning institution
    Certificate of Insurance will be an added advantage
    At least 3 years’ experience preferably in a reputable valuation firm

    Essential Competencies

    Gather comprehensive information to support decision making
    Apply specialist and technical expertise on the role
    Good report writing skills
    Excellent communication skills
    Excellent interpersonal / customer handling skills
    Ability to build relationships with all stakeholders- customers, external valuers and internal customers (staff).
    Follows procedures and policies; keeps to schedules; arrives punctually for work and meetings; demonstrates commitment to the organization; complies with legal obligations and safety requirements of the role.

  • Business Graduate Assistant ICT Graduate Assistant IT Technician Library Assistant

    Business Graduate Assistant ICT Graduate Assistant IT Technician Library Assistant

    Job Ref: ZU/10/25/39
    Qualifications

    A Bachelor’s degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management or any other relevant field a recognized/accredited university with at least a second class upper division;
    At least one year post qualification work experience;
    Registerable for a Masters Degree.

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  • Supply Chain Management Assistant Programme Officer II Legal Officer II Assistant Director Finance & Planning

    Supply Chain Management Assistant Programme Officer II Legal Officer II Assistant Director Finance & Planning

    Job Group: NGEC 7
    Terms Of Service: 5 year contract. May be renewed subject to satisfactory performance
    Other Benefits: Medical Cover, Group Life Insurance and WIBA,
    Ref: NGEC/HR/06/2018
    Requirements

    Possess a Diploma in Procurement or Supply Chain Management from a recognized institution; NOTE; A
    Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement or Supply Chain Management from a University recognized in Kenya is an added advantage;
    Be a registered member of KISM in good standing and a holder of a valid practicing Certificate.
    Have at least two (2) years’ experience in a similar or comparable position from a reputable organization
    Have knowledge of Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act 2015.
    Possess a Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution.

    Responsibilities

    Update and maintain store records;
    Inspect goods that are delivered to the store by the suppliers;
    Prepare and issue local purchase orders to the suppliers;
    Assist in preparation and assemble bid documents e.g. quotations and requests for proposal;
    Receiving and issuing of stores
    Preparation in the opening of bid documents.
    Ensure timely procurement of goods and services

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  • Data Coordinator

    Data Coordinator

    The Data Coordinator will report to the Generation Kenya Programme Manager.

    The Data Coordinator will be responsible for end to end delivery of all student and employer data across all of Generation’s cohorts (past, present and future).
    Application and mobilisation data.
    Training attendance data.
    Graduate placement data and
    Employer ROI data.

    Responsibilities

    Data Management

    Taking full ownership of the global database tool through large-scale data validation ,ensuring data are entered on time, accurate and complete.
    Being primary point of contact between Generation Kenya and delivery partners, students and employers for all data requirements.
    Keep all student and employer data is up to date, and reflected correctly on Generation Kenya dashboard including the management of the mSurvey process end to end

    Data Training and Support

    Training and management of Generation program and centre stff – ensuring staff (coaches, teaching assistants, centre managers, program coordinators) are fully trained in using all the digital tools (GenData, GenRecruiting, mSurvey etc) before any cohort begins
    Providing a platform for providing IT support, and ensuring compliance with Generation’s data policies and processes across all centres

    Data System Design

    Communicate successes and challenges to global Generation Digital Team, providing updates on the use of the database, any bugs and potential improvements
    Support the Data manager during configuration/design of new data tools
    Maintain permission status of all Generation and centre staff to protect student and employer information
    Data Analysis and Problem Solving
    Conduct analysis of data periodically, including the use of Alteryx and Tableau
    Pre-empt problems in program at all phases (mobilisation, training and placement) using outputs from the data
    Validate all incoming data to ensure its accuracy, taking early steps to rectify inconsistencies in the data
    Continuous Improvement
    Collecting, synthesizing and responding to feedback on the data inputs and outputs to the local and global Generation teams.
    Problem-solving on updates to data requirements and operational improvements.

    Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree
    1-3 years of direct supervisory management experience
    Experience in data collection and analysis, including experience in Excel (experience in other programs e.g., Access, Stata, SPSS, Sequel would be beneficial)
    Experience in IT management and capability building
    Able to lead interactions and meetings with centres and Generation team
    “Do-er” mindset, with a passion for the start-up environment, fast changing priorities and achieving challenging goals
    Well-developed sense of attention to detail
    Interest in working in a fast growing organization and being an integral part of aggressive scale
    A positive, solutions-oriented attitude, drive for excellence, and ability to be a team player

  • Online Content Creator Online Marketing Associate

    Online Content Creator Online Marketing Associate

    Department: Marketing
    Job Description
    In the Online Content Creator position, you will be expected to assist with the content creation of all online marketing activities including, but not limited to social media, website optimization and creation of video and animated content for all social media accounts and some websites across the brand.
    You will also be expected to carry out competitor research analysis as and when required to further enhance our corporate brand visibility.
    Responsibilities
    General Tasks:

    Update and work with your manager on social media content creation weekly
    Research, source and create love quote images, dating tips, testimonials, images, videos and animations relevant for each social profile and social media platform under the direction of your manager
    Coming up with new innovative video content that we can share across all social media channels

    Graphic Design:

    Creation of videos and animations for website and social media
    Sourcing of stock images and stock videos to be used in content creation
    Researching and creating content for social media- Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Youtube and Instagram
    Regular monitoring and documentation of competitor social pages
    Assisting with new post ideas
    Idea generation

    Evaluation:

    The quality of all content.
    The effectiveness of social media in supporting business growth.
    Timely completion of tasks and provision of updates to your manager
    Effective implementation of set tasks
    Initiative for content creation and updates to Social Media plan.

    Requirements

    A degree in/or currently studying Graphic Design, Communications or Public Relations (or a related discipline)
    Adobe CC skills (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premier Pro, Indesign and After Effect)
    Portfolio/Behance profile/Link to video and animated content that you have created
    An understanding of online marketing
    An understanding of social media channels and platforms
    Excellent written and verbal communication skills
    Good computer skills
    Good English skills

    The following attributes/skills would be advantageous:

    Previous experience in creating content for social media channels/website
    Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and multi-task
    Knowledge or intern experience of 1.5 years in a similar role

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