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  • Electrical Design Engineer

    Electrical Design Engineer

    DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

    The role will have the following duties and responsibilities:

    Work as an Engineering team member within the Agsol structure and report to the CTO
    Design electrical circuits and PCB’s
    Idea, design, and implement test setups, train personnel on test processes for improvement, safety, and quality control
    Build automated testing equipment with logging capability
    Identify shortcomings in the current product design and/or engineering processes, propose solutions, perform R&D
    Troubleshoot problems, and find suitable solutions
    Keeps equipment operating by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, performing preventive maintenance
    Support the assembly process
    Detect production issues early and find robust technical solutions
    Define new workshop processes and introduce them
    Define and undertake the quality control of the assembled products
    Create documentation for relevant equipment, and processes
    Procure necessary electrical components in Kenya and from abroad
    Continuously train yourself
    Be a proactive member of team meetings, propose new ideas and solutions
    Propose efficiency and productivity-enhancing improvements
    Take initiative where improvement is needed

    SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

    Required qualifications

    Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in electrical engineering or related field
    Demonstrated expertise with electronics, embedded systems
    Experience with Autodesk EAGLE or equivalent PCB design software
    Experience with SMT and PTH soldering
    Experience with diagnosing, testing, and evaluating printed circuit boards
    Experience with embedded firmware development in C/C++
    Mastery of MS Office, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

    Apply via :

    forms.office.com

  • Director of Finance and Operations

    Director of Finance and Operations

    Overview

    The Director of Finance and Operations (DFO) will lead the finance and operations functions for iDE Kenya, ensuring robust financial and operational systems, compliance with local regulations, and continuous improvement. Reporting to the Country Team Lead, the DFO will also join the senior leadership team, serve as the designated Security Officer for the program, and oversee operations, logistics, legal compliance, and vendor management. 

    The DFO provides financial leadership ensuring compliance with iDE financial policy, develops budgets, prepares timely and accurate financial reporting for management and donors and manages any  finance and operations staff. The DFO must prepare financial reporting that strictly complies with reporting requirements from a variety of donors and in a variety of formats and ensure that financial audits are performed in accordance with iDE expectations.  This includes annual financial statement audits and donor stipulated audits. 

    Although this is a Director level position, iDE is starting small and it is critical that the DFO is willing and able to crawl into details, roll-up sleeves and prepare spreadsheets and analysis. A candidate who does not get into the details and is not prepared to do most of the detailed work will fail in this role.

    This role requires close collaboration with program leadership, technical teams, and external stakeholders, including donors, legal advisors, and government entities, to achieve strategic and operational goals for the Kenya program.  In addition, the role reports indirectly to the Senior Accounting Manager at Headquarters with respect to financial roles and responsibilities.

    Requirements

    Key Responsibilities

    Financial Management and Strategic Budgeting

    Budget Oversight: Develop, monitor, and manage annual and program budgets with program teams to ensure effective allocation aligned with strategic priorities.
    Financial Reporting: Prepare and review financial reports for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring accuracy and timely submissions.
    Budgeting Support: Provide support in program budgeting during proposal development, budget adjustments, and contract reporting for grants.
    Financial Compliance: Ensure compliance with Kenya tax and statutory reporting requirements, as applicable for the non-profit sector upon registration in Kenya.
    Cash Flow and Forecasting: Manage cash flow, forecast budget needs, and ensure funding availability aligns with project requirements.
    Donor Compliance: Ensure financial activities comply with donor requirements and iDE policies, especially for restricted funding and multi-year grants.

    Policy and Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Development

    Policy Drafting and Review: Lead the drafting, review, and updating of country-specific policies and SOPs to align with Kenyan regulations and iDE’s operational requirements.
    Template Customization: Design templates for financial and operational activities, tailored to iDE Kenya’s needs.
    Internal Controls: Establish and maintain controls to ensure compliance with local laws, donor requirements, and iDE financial and operational policies and procedures.
    Training and Capacity Building: Develop and deliver training programs to ensure all staff adhere to financial, operational, security, and compliance policies, while understanding the complexities of local regulations.

    Operations and Legal Compliance

    Logistics and Office Management: Support logistical operations, including the identification and management of office spaces that meet security standards and oversee rental and leasing obligations.
    Legal Liaison and Entity Registration: Work with legal advisors to manage local registration processes, ensuring iDE’s compliance with Kenyan regulations.
    Local Authority Engagement: Interface with local authorities to maintain iDE’s legal standing and ensure full regulatory compliance, including for employment and permit requirements.
    Support to Employer of Record (EOR): Liaise with the EOR to ensure invoices are properly coded and compliance needs are efficiently met.

    Program and Project Support

    Strategic Operations Support: Coordinate with program and technical teams to provide aligned financial, logistical, and operational support to enhance project implementation.
    Resource Allocation and Revisions: Lead realignment of financial allocations and budgeting to address programmatic needs.
    Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, and Learning (MERL) Support: Work with MERL teams to track project progress, ensuring effective financial management and accurate reporting.

    Procurement and Asset Management

    Procurement and Vendor Management: Oversee procurement processes to ensure transparency, compliance, and strong vendor relations.
    Inventory and Asset Tracking: Maintain accurate records of iDE Kenya assets, ensuring efficient tracking, maintenance, and disposal as needed.
    Supply Chain Optimization: Coordinate with program teams to facilitate timely delivery and optimal resource use.

    Security Management

    Security Oversight: Serve as the designated Security Officer for iDE Kenya, ensuring that all policies, practices, and infrastructure meet security requirements.
    Risk Mitigation: Implement proactive security measures and provide continuous assessment and improvement in security protocols.
    Staff Training and Awareness: Develop training and awareness initiatives for all staff to maintain a strong security culture.

    External Relations and Stakeholder Engagement

    Donor and Partner Liaison: Act as the primary contact for financial and operational matters with donors and partners, ensuring transparent communication on performance and compliance.
    Consortium and Partnership Coordination: Work with consortium partners to align financial and operational approaches.
    Representation: Represent iDE Kenya at external meetings, advocating for financial and operational best practices.

    Qualifications and Skills

     Education: Bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration, or a related field (Master’s degree or CPA / Chartered Accountant preferred).
     Experience: At least 8-10 years in finance and operations, including 3-5 years in a senior role, ideally in international development or donor-funded contexts.

    Technical Expertise:

    Deep knowledge of budgeting, reporting, forecasting, and donor compliance.
    Experience with institutional donors and understanding of donor requirements, especially with bilateral and large foundation funding.
    Strong grasp of Kenyan legal and regulatory environments, with experience in liaising with local authorities.
    Prior demonstrated experience with a modern ERP system such as Oracle Netsuite (or similar) with actual hands-on experience rather than just awareness that the system exists.

    Attributes and Competencies:

    Excellent analytical skills with the capacity to manage risk, streamline operations, and enhance financial performance.
    Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership abilities to work collaboratively with diverse, multicultural teams.
    High ethical standards, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize in a dynamic environment.

    Apply via :

    jobs.workable.com

  • Group Product Head – Transfers

    Group Product Head – Transfers

    Strategic Leadership:

    Define the vision and strategy for core money transfer services.
    Identify opportunities for market differentiation and value addition across domestic, regional, and international money movement channels.
    Foster partnerships with mobile money providers, domestic and regional switches, and remittance networks.

    Product Lifecycle Management:

    Oversee product development from ideation to delivery.
    Ensure market research informs product design and customer needs.
    Collaborate with technology and commercial teams to deliver seamless, scalable solutions.

    Compliance and Regulatory Alignment:

    Ensure adherence to domestic and international remittance standards.
    Align products with cross-border regulations, KYC/AML, and risk frameworks.
    Engage with regulatory bodies and industry stakeholders to stay updated on compliance requirements.

    Innovation and Technology:

    Drive digital innovation in money transfers, including mobile and online remittances.
    Integrate with emerging payment technologies and platforms.
    Optimize backend settlement and reconciliation processes for efficiency.

    Customer-Centric Solutions:

    Ensure transfer services are intuitive, fast, and secure for end-users.
    Focus on lowering transaction costs while improving service reliability.
    Regularly analyse customer feedback to enhance the product.

    Collaboration & Team Leadership:

    Build strong relationships with cross-functional teams, including IT, operations, compliance, and marketing.
    Lead and mentor a team of product managers, ensuring continuous learning and excellence.

    Qualifications:

    Education:

    Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
    Advanced degree (MBA or equivalent) is a plus.
    Industry training on money transfer standards and regulations is a plus.

    Experience:

    8+ years of experience in product management, with a strong focus on banking products and payment systems.
    Proven expertise on bank transacting channels and deep knowledge of SWIFT standards
    Strong background in payment technologies, including POS, mobile payments, and real-time payments.

    Apply via :

    equitybank.taleo.net

  • Foodscape Project Director Finance & Accounting Manager, Africa

    Foodscape Project Director Finance & Accounting Manager, Africa

    Specific Roles and Key Responsibilities:

    Develop a strategic and action-oriented work-plan to meet the goals of the CHEF program in consultation with key internal and external partners and lead its successful implementation.
    Supervise and coach CHEF staff and consultants and oversee/ensure integration of all the technical work.
    Serve as primary contact for the program, ensuring strong TNC internal coordination with other relevant programs and offices.
    Apply critical systems thinking to CHEF strategic functioning and obtain any required approvals at key decision points.
    Provide financial management oversight, analyze budgets, and provide updates to the BU on budget expenditures.
    Establish, lead the development of key partnerships, and manage required connections with key stakeholders.
    Lead the CHEF (partner) secretariat to define and implement common strategies, plans, and joint operational models.
    Support donor engagement and fundraising efforts and seek opportunities to collaborate with other relevant programs being implemented in the region.
    Responsible for timely delivery of required plans, monitoring of activities, and evaluation of the program performance.
    Responsible for risk management, issue resolution, conflict management and collaborative complex problems solving.
    Clearly, regularly, and timely communicates the progress of CHEF initiatives to internal and external stakeholders, including triannual program reporting and review.

    WHAT YOU’LL BRING

    BA/BS degree in an agricultural or related field and minimum 7 years’ experience in agriculture, conservation practice or equivalent combination of education and experience.
    Experience in critical systems thinking at the agriculture-conservation nexus.
    Experience writing and editing skills for scientific documents such as grant proposals, and technical reports.
    Experience with strategic partnership management skills for maximising the success of the complex agriculture-conservation program.
    Experience leading complex programs; building strong team spirit and supervision of multi-disciplinary teams.
    Experience with financial management of a large program.
    Experience with technical expertise in one or more the following technical areas: land health, water management, biodiversity, climate mitigation, and livelihoods and community development.
    Experience with ffundraising and/or donor relations, including identifying donor prospects and donor cultivation.
    Experience in living and working in remote field sites often with limited amenities.

    DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

    Master’s degree in an agricultural or related field such as business management, rural development, and 10 years of experience in agriculture-conservation practice or equivalent combination of education and experience.
    Strong experience in partnership management/development with major scientific organisations, non-profit partners, and proven track record in influencing and working productively with these stakeholders.
    Strong English language communications skills, including ability to communicating clearly via written, oral, and graphical forms, and ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
    Multi-lingual and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
    Experience developing practical applications of scientific concepts and technical innovations for conservation purposes.
    Experience and knowledge of methods and approaches to conceiving and implementing strategic and transdisciplinary initiatives.
    Experience working in a matrix organisational setting.
    Developing practical applications of scientific concepts and technical innovations for conservation purposes.
    Communicating clearly via written, spoken, and graphical means in English and other relevant 

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  • Re-advertisement Managing Director / Chief Executive Officer

    Re-advertisement Managing Director / Chief Executive Officer

    Job Purpose

    The Managing Director/ Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is the Accounting Officer and is responsible to the Board for day-to-day management and co-ordination of activities in the Authority; defining and executing strategy, generating revenue, engaging customers and stakeholders, managing risk and ensuring compliance, driving performance and growing talent.

    Key Duties and Responsibilities will entail:

    Providing overall strategic leadership of the Authority in line with market and industry changes and through the senior management team, delivering the strategic intent and overseeing the day to day running of the Authority;
    Engaging with key stakeholders in the development and delivery of strategic customer, government and sector-wide aviation initiatives;
    Presenting strategy, long term capital investment plans, annual budgets and procurement plans to the Board for deliberation and approval;
    Providing sufficient, accurate and timely information on Authority’s operations, financial status and overall performance to enable the Board fulfill its governance objectives;
    Driving maximum utilization and productivity from all Authority’s assets, ensuring a positive return on all capital investment and operating expenditure, enhancing the balance between aeronautical and non – aeronautical revenues;
    Ensuring the Authority has adequate systems and processes of accountability, risk management and internal control;
    Ensuring that all the Authority’s policies and operations adhere and conform to all legal, statutory and regulatory guidelines and in all undertakings the Authority’s interests are prioritized and safeguarded.
    Ensuring continuous improvement in the quality and value of services and products provided by the Authority;
    Establishing and maintaining a high performance culture, driven by talented and competent staff who consistently deliver outstanding results; and
    Ensuring performance measures are designed to evaluate performance against the strategic plan.

    Person Specification

    To be appointed for this role, the successful candidate must have:

    A Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Management, Marketing, Statistics, Engineering, Social Sciences or a related field from a recognized institution of higher learning;
    Master’s Degree from a recognized institution of higher learning;
    Certification in Aviation will be an added advantage;
    Minimum of fifteen (15) years working experience, ten (10) of which will be in a senior management/ leadership position with hands on experience and direct responsibility for developing and implementing strategic plans, generating substantial revenues, managing significant capital and operational budgets and delivering positive cash flows and profits; and
    Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a reputable institution.

    Skills and Competencies

    Strong people management and influencing skills with the ability to build relationships;
    Strategic thinker with good commercial acumen and the ability to identify economic opportunities in a changing environment and capitalize on them;
    Demonstrate decisiveness and adaptability, the ability to drive change and transformation, a sense of urgency and a bias for action and be a high achiever;
    Extensive experience on Organization Design and Implementation with proven track record of organization structures reviewed and implemented;
    Hands on experience in policy formulation and implementation with bias on Public Sector Policies; and
    Be an outstanding communicator, have strong leadership, interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders at all levels and cause positive outcomes.

    Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 requirements

    Shortlisted candidates will be required to have a valid;

    Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA);
    Police Clearance Certificate from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations;
    Self-Declaration Form stamped by the Ethics & Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC);
    Certificate of Clearance from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB); and
    Clearance Certificate from a recognized Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).

    Package details  A three (3) year contract term renewable once subject to satisfactory performance or attainment of mandatory retirement age whichever happens earlier.Application CriteriaIf you meet the criteria for this role, please submit your application letter, copies of relevant academic and professional certificates and testimonials, a copy of the National Identity Card, a resume/curriculum vitae highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address and names of three (3) professional referees who can speak of your competence, character and integrity. Interested and qualified persons are requested to make their applications via electronic mail or in hard copy quoting the Job Reference on the Email title line or on the envelope to:Chairman
    Board of Directors
    Kenya Airports Authority
    P.O Box 19001 – 00501
    NAIROBI.Orchairman@kaa.go.keTo be considered, your application must be received not later than Tuesday, 7th January 2025 at 5.00pm East African Time addressed to the contact provided above.KAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Canvasing in any form or failure to attach any of the stipulated documents shall lead to automatic disqualification.

    Apply via :

    chairman@kaa.go.ke

    www.kaa.go.ke

  • Foodscape Project Director

    Specific Roles and Key Responsibilities:

    Develop a strategic and action-oriented work-plan to meet the goals of the CHEF program in consultation with key internal and external partners and lead its successful implementation.
    Supervise and coach CHEF staff and consultants and oversee/ensure integration of all the technical work.
    Serve as primary contact for the program, ensuring strong TNC internal coordination with other relevant programs and offices.
    Apply critical systems thinking to CHEF strategic functioning and obtain any required approvals at key decision points.
    Provide financial management oversight, analyze budgets, and provide updates to the BU on budget expenditures.
    Establish, lead the development of key partnerships, and manage required connections with key stakeholders.
    Lead the CHEF (partner) secretariat to define and implement common strategies, plans, and joint operational models.
    Support donor engagement and fundraising efforts and seek opportunities to collaborate with other relevant programs being implemented in the region.
    Responsible for timely delivery of required plans, monitoring of activities, and evaluation of the program performance.
    Responsible for risk management, issue resolution, conflict management and collaborative complex problems solving.
    Clearly, regularly, and timely communicates the progress of CHEF initiatives to internal and external stakeholders, including triannual program reporting and review.

    WHAT YOU’LL BRING

    BA/BS degree in an agricultural or related field and minimum 7 years’ experience in agriculture, conservation practice or equivalent combination of education and experience.
    Experience in critical systems thinking at the agriculture-conservation nexus.
    Experience writing and editing skills for scientific documents such as grant proposals, and technical reports.
    Experience with strategic partnership management skills for maximising the success of the complex agriculture-conservation program.
    Experience leading complex programs; building strong team spirit and supervision of multi-disciplinary teams.
    Experience with financial management of a large program.
    Experience with technical expertise in one or more the following technical areas: land health, water management, biodiversity, climate mitigation, and livelihoods and community development.
    Experience with ffundraising and/or donor relations, including identifying donor prospects and donor cultivation.
    Experience in living and working in remote field sites often with limited amenities.

    DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

    Master’s degree in an agricultural or related field such as business management, rural development, and 10 years of experience in agriculture-conservation practice or equivalent combination of education and experience.
    Strong experience in partnership management/development with major scientific organisations, non-profit partners, and proven track record in influencing and working productively with these stakeholders.
    Strong English language communications skills, including ability to communicating clearly via written, oral, and graphical forms, and ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
    Multi-lingual and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
    Experience developing practical applications of scientific concepts and technical innovations for conservation purposes.
    Experience and knowledge of methods and approaches to conceiving and implementing strategic and transdisciplinary initiatives.
    Experience working in a matrix organisational setting.
    Developing practical applications of scientific concepts and technical innovations for conservation purposes.
    Communicating clearly via written, spoken, and graphical means in English and other relevant

    Apply via :

    careers.nature.org

  • Research Associate – Laboratory Services

    The Research Associate – Laboratory Services position is responsible for enhancing team field operations and coordination, ensuring an organized and efficient work environment. The individual will work closely with project leaders and project scientists to manage both office and field activities for ongoing projects in Kenya. This role includes overseeing soil analysis through spectroscopy, as well as the analysis of plants, fertilizer, and manure. Additionally, the Research Associate will be responsible for scheduling maintenance for all laboratory equipment, ensuring that​ all tools and instruments are in optimal working condition to support research activities.

      Main Duties and Responsibilities

    Ensuring the lab and all lab equipment are in working status including availability of required re-agents.
    Coordinating and or receiving, documenting and processing of samples delivered to the lab.
    Conducting and overseeing soil and plant analyses following established/appropriate lab procedures and protocols.
    Keeping records of samples, re-agents and analyses data.
    Maintaining cleanliness and organization of laboratory spaces and ensuring compliance with laboratory safety protocols and regulations and ethical standards.
    Developing protocols, supporting establishment and management of field trials and demonstrations of the MFL within CGIAR Scaling for Impact Accelerator.
    Undertaking field data and sample collection related to the field/demonstration trials
    Participating in other field activities such as field days, farmer mobilization, capacity building or any others assigned by the supervisor.

    Requirements

    Required Education Qualifications and Experience

    Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Soil Science, or Environmental Science, Analytical Chemistry, Applied Biology, Agronomy or related field.
    Master of Science (M.Sc.) in any of the above is an added advantage
    Experience in soil spectroscopy equipment and methods
    Knowledge of field sampling techniques and data collection methods
    Knowledge in writing soil analysis recommendation reports.
    Familiarity with project management, prior experience with the management of specific projects would be considered an asset.
    Strong organizational and detail-oriented skills.
    Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with online collaboration tools (Microsoft Teams; Teams).
    Knowledge of records management

    Apply via :

    al.zohorecruit.eu

  • Bid Manager/Technical Writer

    We are currently looking for a Bid Manager/Technical writer with experience in the international development sector to join our exceptional team. The ideal candidate will have proven experience of managing and designing highly effective, successful proposals and bids including technical solutions and articulating compelling responses to formal tenders and unsolicited proposals.Working within a highly dynamic and supportive team, and reporting to the IDAS Africa Partner, the candidate will build strong relationships not only with all areas of the business, but with clients, partners, and associates, across a broad range of thematic areas within the KPMG IDAS’ Africa and global networks.
    Key roles and responsibilities

    Proactively support IDAS Africa Business Development to maintain and manage the opportunities pipeline by reading, researching and analyzing early intelligence and calls for proposal for go, no/go decision making considering win themes and USP.
    Leading and taking ownership of the bid process – from forming bid teams, developing strategies, managing inputs, leading story boarding sessions, researching and crafting compelling technical responses and coordinating the commercial strategy and inputs.
    Supporting the sector and pillar leaders to manage and coordinate proposal inputs from technical and consortium partners as well as key stakeholders.
    Ensuring mandatory compliance requirements are met for all proposals in line with donor requirements.
    Managing plan timelines and ensuring bid processes are on track in line with proposal deadlines and ensuring adequate processes and touch points for validation and review of technical and commercial bid submission.
    Proactively managing and updating the pipeline, providing reports to management on scheduled and ad hoc requests.
    Risk management – Ensure full compliance with KPMG’s quality, risk, and management requirements.
    Adopting a continuous learning culture by holding proposal debriefs and lesson learning sessions
    Participating in and contributing to discussions and meetings on strategies on pipeline and bid development.
    Supporting, developing and enhancing innovative operational processes for end-to-end bid management, including the use of technology to achieve efficiency.
    Any other business development tasks that will be assigned to you.

    Academic/Professional qualifications and Experience:

    Bachelor’s degree in economics, international relations, or a related field.
    Master’s degree in any field will be an added advantage.
    Over 10 years’ experience of managing and writing winning bids in response to tenders for donor-funded international development programs, including any of the following: the UK FCDO, USAID, World Bank EU, foundations, and other bilateral and multilateral donors.
    Sound knowledge and experience of the requirements of major donors including key strategies, procurement processes, eligibility requirements and compliance management.
    Experience of risk management procedures.
    Experience with commercial aspects of bid management.

    Personal attributes:

    Ability to lead, develop and manage bid coordination through the entire bid process including quality assurance and risk management.
    Good communication (written and verbal), numeracy, presentation and analytical skills.
    An eye for detail
    Exceptional team leadership and management capability.
    Excellent management and planning skills
    Goal driven and results oriented mindset.
    Multicultural skills to operate across diverse African jurisdictions.
    Resilience, tenacity, and the ability to handle difficult client conversations.
    Comfort with multitasking, flexibility, open-mindedness, and the ability to make quick decisions.
    Unquestionable integrity.

    We offer:

    An exciting opportunity to work with a Big 4 firm on cutting edge clients across Africa.
    Continuous learning and development.
    Exposure to multi-disciplinary client service teams.
    Unrivalled space to grow and be innovative.
    Opportunity for international travel.

    If your career aspirations match this exciting opportunity, please use the link below to apply:IDAS Bid Manager/ Technical Bid Writer – Candidate’s Summary. Filling the link is mandatory for consideration alongside your application to dasrecruit@kpmg.co.ke quoting ‘IDAS Bid Manager/ Technical Bid Writer’. This position shall be shortlisted on a rolling basis.

    Apply via :

    dasrecruit@kpmg.co.ke

    forms.office.com

  • Teacher-Coach Science

    Role Summary:
    Teachers who are not only outstanding in their craft but also expert as coaches and developers of other teachers, are vital in building teaching capacity within the network. Teacher Coaches are based in one Academy but work across the network to develop quality and network consistency. They have a focus on building the capacity of others, working in a sustainable way.

    Key Responsibilities:

    How does the role look and feel in practice?

    The Teacher-Coach is predominantly classroom rather than office-based, perhaps spending 50-75% of the working week working alongside teachers in supporting their teaching. The coach organises work in partnership with the Academies, with the Head of Academy/Dean of Studies/Principal or their designate, for example a Head of Department or a Programme Leader. He/she works in Academies for blocks of continuous time, for example throughout a unit of inquiry or series of lessons; and the coach keeps in touch with teachers/faculty teams between visits.

    The Teacher Coach:

    Improves the quality of teaching, learning and support for students in their respective areas of responsibility across the network;
    Achieves these improvements by modelling, coaching, mentoring and developing Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) of common interest groups across the network;
    Supports the ongoing implementation and development of Aga Khan Academies aligned curriculum;
    Supports the quality of teachers’ planning and differentiation to personalise the learning of each student;
    Develops the use of data in tracking students’ performance and prompting early and suitable interventions;
    Supports the development of the Units of Inquiry, customised to meet the vision of the Aga Khan Academies through the Aga Khan Curricular Strands (visit https://www.agakhanacademies.org/general/aga-khan-curricular-strands for more information);
    Supports the Academies’ preparations for the IB’s evaluation and quality assurance visits;
    Builds capacity in the faculty to ensure improvements are sustainable;
    Supports students by helping to develop a culture of success and achievement in partnership with the Academy’s faculty and staff;
    Contributes to the strategic planning for teachers’ professional development across the network with respect to their discipline or specific area of expertise; and
    Plays a full part in the lives of the Academies while on campus.

    The requirements

    Qualifications and Experience:

    Bachelor’s Degree in Education or Science from an accredited university, with successful IB experience;
    Master’s degree in Science, Education, Educational Leadership, or a related area is preferred;
    Qualified Teacher Status;
    Candidates currently in Kenya will require TSC registration;
    A proven record of success as a MYP and/or DP teacher and a detailed understanding of the implementation of the relevant programmes;
    Proven successes as a teacher coach;
    An ability to work in partnership with Academy teams, building on their strengths to support their work in raising achievement of students;
    An ability to use technology in an integrated way to promote students’ learning;
    Intercultural appreciation of the work of teachers and support staff in the contexts of the Academies;
    An ability to bring the best out of teachers and to effect sustainable improvements in teaching quality;
    An understanding of students and what motivates them through their learning;
    Leadership experience in a school, at subject, phase, grade or programme level;
    A strong conceptual understanding of practice and pedagogy;
    An understanding of sustainable school improvement and the contribution effective teaching plays in this;
    An understanding of sustainable development and the role of education in building communities through the development of ethical leadership; and
    The skills of being a team player in a school and putting the development of others above that of oneself.

    Apply via :

    krb-xjobs.brassring.com

  • Head of Security, Investigations & Fraud Management

    A leading commercial bank in Kenya are looking for a highly experienced and strategic Head of Security, Investigations & Fraud Management. Reporting to the Managing Director, the jobholder will create a robust security framework that addresses various aspects, including physical security, risk & fraud management and incident response. The job holder will develop and implement comprehensive security strategies, policies and procedures aligned with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.

    This role is strategic and provides proactive security awareness programs and training sessions to educate employees on the best practices and potential threats. As an expert, the job holder will help the organization stay ahead of rapidly evolving security threats, providing a solid defense against fraud and unauthorized access. 

    Job Responsibilities

    Developing and implementing a comprehensive security framework to protect the company’s assets and infrastructure.
    Designing and implementing security policies, procedures and protocols to mitigate risks and maintain a secure environment.
    Investigating and monitoring incident response activities, including high-profile investigations, root cause analysis and developing corrective actions.
    Collaborating with cross-functional teams to assess risks, identify vulnerabilities and devise preventive measures.
    Establishing and maintaining strong relationships with external stakeholders, such as regulatory bodies, law enforcement agencies and industry associations.
    Leading security awareness programs and training initiatives to educate employees about best practices and potential threats and current techniques employed in detecting fraudulent operations
    Develop and implement ways to prevent fraud, such as reviewing processes, assessing risk, and designing ways to mitigate it. 

    Other Requirements

    A Master’s Degree in Security, cybersecurity, information assurance or a related field.
    Bachelor’s Degree in a related field (e.g. Criminology, Accounting, Social Studies, Banking Law, Criminal Justice, Risk/Fraud management)
    Relevant professional certifications (e.g. Certified Fraud Examiner-CFE, Payment Card Industry-PCI ).
    10+ years of experience in a senior security management role, with a demonstrable track record of developing and implementing security strategies and frameworks. 
    At least 5 years of experience in Financial Services, preferably in Banking.
    Excellent knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards related to infrastructure security in an organisation.
    Deep understanding of cybersecurity, data protection regulations and industry best practices.
    Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and senior management.
    Analytical mindset and strong problem-solving skills to assess risks, analyse complex security issues and develop appropriate solutions.
    Up-to-date knowledge of emerging security threats, trends and technologies
    Experience in conducting security audits, risk assessments and managing incident response processes.
    Demonstrated management capability and proven working experience in investigations of frauds and other crimes.

    Apply via :

    racg.co.ke