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  • Software Engineering: Internship

    Responsibilities

    Applies engineering principles to solve complex problems through sound and creative engineering. 
    Quickly learns new engineering methods and incorporates them into work processes. 
    Seeks feedback and applies internal or industry best practices to improve technical solutions. 
    Demonstrates skill in time management and completing software projects in a cooperative team environment.

    Qualifications

    Required qualifications

    Be enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, computer science or related field.
    Must have at least one additional quarter/semester of school remaining following the completion of the student worker program.
    Fluency in English.
    You must be legally authorised to work in Kenya to be eligible for this role. (Legally authorised = has citizenship or has been granted a valid visa or work permit) 

    Preferred qualifications:

    Be passionate about quality, performance, and reliability.
    Experience and interest in working with backend containerized microservices (ex: Docker, Kubernetes, etc.)
    Have solid problem-solving skills.
    Knowledge, experience with one or more general purpose programming languages such as C#, Python.
    Good interpersonal oral and written communications skills
    Experience delivering results through collaboration across disciplines, feature teams, and partners

    Apply via :

    jobs.careers.microsoft.com

  • Human Rights Officer (Investigator), Tjo (2 Positions)

    Responsibilities

    Within delegated authority, the Human Rights Officer (Investigator) will be responsible for the following duties: Researches, collects and analyses information and documentation pertaining to human rights and international criminal law matters as required by the mandate, and, under the guidance of the Investigation Team Leader, proposes investigative methods and tools;
    Conducts investigations, including through interviews with victims and witnesses, to gather information and corroborate allegations of violations of international human rights or criminal law as stipulated in the Fact-Finding Mission’s mandate;
    Conducts timely monitoring of trends and patterns of violations;
    Employs monitoring and mapping tools and multi-source, including open sources material and satellite imagery, to support geolocation of incidents and to assess the authenticity of collected materials and testimonies; – Identifies alleged perpetrators based on agreed information gathering methods;
    Participates in and organizes missions to sites of violations or other places as required;
    Ensures that all measures are taken for the protection of victims and witnesses who will cooperate with the Fact-Finding Mission according to the agreed methodology and respect for the ‘do no harm principle’, and by making effective use of pathways for survivors;
    Ensures that the information and documentation related to the investigation is protected, stored and preserved safely in accordance with procedures established by the Fact-Finding Mission;
    Undertakes preliminary analysis of information gathered and drafts analytical documents, including a gender analysis;
    Drafts relevant sections and provides inputs for the Fact-Finding Mission ‘s report;
    Ensures that gender perspective and gender-sensitive approaches are integrated at all stages of the investigation, analysis and report drafting;
    Performs other related duties as required.

    Education

    Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent degree) in law, political science, international relations, social sciences or related field.
    A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

    Work Experience

    A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible work experience in human rights is required.
    A minimum of two (2) years of experience carrying out investigations of violations of international human rights law, international humanitarian law or international criminal law is required.
    Relevant working experience in or on the region is desirable.

    Apply via :

    careers.un.org

  • Police and Security Forces Programme Adviser

    Police and Security Forces Programme Adviser

    Accountabilities & Functional responsibilities

    Develop, build and maintain a network of interlocutors within the Police and Security Forces in Kenya, Tanzania and Djibouti;
    Identify and prioritize needs for dissemination and training on International Humanitarian Law (IHRL) and International Standards for Law enforcement as well as potential for integration of IHRL in the various curricula, advising the delegation accordingly;
    Develop and maintain networks with national and regional police organizations (e.g. Easter Africa Police Chiefs Cooperation Organization, African Policing Civilian Forum, The Independent Policing Oversight Authority);
    Represent the ICRC at high level meetings with key and influential Police and security forces interlocutors to promote an understanding of the ICRC mandate and activities;
    Plans, organizes and carries out basic courses and general operational disseminations for Police and security forces on IHRL and other pertinent bodies of law applicable in different types of operations under the guidance of the PGE delegate;
    Actively promotes the Co-operation between ICRC and the Police and security forces in Kenya, Tanzania and Djibouti; 
    In conjunction with the PGE delegate, prepare, organize and conduct the Training of Trainers courses on IHRL in the three countries and ensure timely reports for the projects undertaken;
    Contributes to the context analysis of Kenya, Tanzania and Djibouti, closely monitoring the operational environment, and the internal movements and challenges of the Law enforcement agencies, advising the Delegation on the implementing strategy of the different activities;
    Compiles detailed reports on the different FAS-PGE activities and initiatives;
    Contributes to the preparation, follow-up and the correct expenditure of the budget allocated for FAS-PGE activities and initiatives.

    Certifications / Education required

    University degree in law, international relations, criminology, education or other relevant field; Postgraduate or Master’s Degree is an asset;
    Advanced computer skills (Word, Excel, Power Point), with experience in enterprise resource planning (ERPs); 
    Good command of both written and spoken Kiswahili;
    Certificate of good conduct.

    Apply via :

    careers.icrc.org

  • Procurement & Administration Manager

    Procurement & Administration Manager

    Procurement & Supply Chain Management

    Negotiate and manage contract terms with suppliers to ensure value for money, quality standards and delivery terms with technical and operational input from AHBFI Nairobi and Field Offices.
    Ensure Service Level Agreements (SLAs) for purchase and delivery of supplies, equipment and services are agreed with supported departments, monitored, periodically reviewed and updated.
    Support various teams to prepare annual procurement plans, consolidate procurement plans received from various teams (programs, program support and Field offices) and monitor its implementation.
    Ensure that AHBFI purchasing policies and processes are in place and updated regularly to meet objectives and operational needs in terms of price, quality, and delivery targets.
    Lead vendor identification, vetting, and selection, evaluate tenders based on key criteria, and conduct periodic assessments to ensure an effective vendor mix.
    Ensure that all purchased goods meet set standards, are fit for their intended purpose and have, where applicable, appropriate inspection certificates.
    Participate in meetings to negotiate procurement contracts with suppliers and vendors and following up to ensure that all contractual obligations are fulfilled within budgetary limitations and in accordance with the performance agreement.

    Operational Responsibilities:

    Facilitate the implementation of contracts by suppliers and service providers to ensure that they meet their contractual obligations
    Provide information as required for any petition or investigation to suspend a tender or contractor or any investigation under review procedures.
    Stay current and up to date on any changes that may affect the supply and demand of needed products and materials and advise client departments of any impact.
    Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure optimal performance.
    Ensure consistent supplier management across the supply base in line with AHBFI procurement policy, while providing proactive and effective solutions to procurement challenges faced by stakeholders.
    Ensure coherence in the procurement function to have positive impact on efficiency and value addition to AHBFI.
    Recommend solutions without compromising quality or service while optimizing cost.
    Inventory Management and Quality Assurance
    Coordinate with inventory and warehouse teams to manage stock levels and avoid overstocking or stockouts.
    Implement inventory optimization strategies to reduce holding costs.
    Ensure that all procured products and services meet the required quality standards.
    Work closely with quality control teams to resolve any quality issues or.

    Compliance and Risk Management:

    Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and internal policies, including local (Kenyan) and international compliance requirements.
    Identify and mitigate procurement-related risks, including supply chain disruptions.
    Collaborate with leadership to assess and address compliance risks in procurement.
    Follow up on audit findings and support corrective action implementation.
    Ensure all purchases have complete documentation and proper filing
    Reporting and Analysis:
    Produce reports to monitor quality and compliance in procurement processes.
    Develop procurement indicators and dashboards to measure efficiency.
    Provide reports to support management decision-making.
    Administration Roles:
    Manage executives’ schedules, communications, and local and international travel.

    QUALIFICATIONS:

    Education & Certifications:

    Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Procurement/Supply Chain Management, Logistics or related field.
    Master’s degree in Procurement/Supply Chain Management or related field is preferred.
    Professional qualification in Procurement or Supply Chain Management is preferred.
    Member of a relevant procurement professional body (KISM/CIPS).
    Excellent skills in Microsoft Office Tools (Word, Excel, Outlook) and google workspaces.
    Valid Certificate of Good Conduct.

    Experience:

    At least 5 years of relevant experience in a non-profit organization, including 2 years in a supervisory role.
    Proven experience in an administrative position, such as Executive Assistant, with exposure to senior management.
    Knowledge of donor rules, procurement regulations, and experience in procurement and contract management within the non-profit context.

    Interested candidates who meet the required qualification and experience are invited to submit their application through this email hr@africaharvest.org with ‘Procurement and Administration Manager in as the subject of your email. Applications should be received not later than, 5.00 PM EAT on 27th December 2024

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    hr@africaharvest.org

  • Advisor, Right Fit Evidence

    Technical capability strengthening (60%):

    Collaborate with partners through project teams to develop and strengthen their Theories of Change (ToCs) and plans for Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL).
    Offer continuous technical guidance, coaching, and trainingto partners on various aspects of MEL, including data collection methods, survey instrument creation, data management, analysis, and evidence-based decision- making.
    Prepare and present advisory and analytical deliverables, ensuring clear and efficient communication while maintaining high standards of quality.
    Detailed quality checks on deliverables
    Manage portions of project workplans and administration (such as note-taking, file storage, etc.)

    Stakeholder Engagement and Partner Management (20%):

    Establish and maintain strong relationships with key external stakeholders, including direct interaction with leadership staff from partner organizations.
    Successfully collaborate across IPA teams, including with country offices, policy, and research teams.
    Accompany and provide feedback on data collection design and implementation as needed, such as coaching partners on prototyping activities in the field or designing action- oriented process evaluations

    New Project Design Support (20%):

    Contribute to the development of new RFE engagements by participating in scoping meetings, designing methodologies, and crafting concept notes or proposal documents.
    Contribute to IPA impact potential through proactive reflection on lessons learned to suggest systematic improvements in current and future engagements

    Qualifications

    Required

    2-5 years of relevant work experience, which includes, for example, work in MEL, data analysis and management, consulting and project management, and research and development
    Superior analytical, quantitative, and conceptual thinking skills
    Entrepreneurial self-starter mindset, highly adaptable, and versatile, with strong multi-tasking skills
    Ability to travel up to 20% of your time
    English language fluency
    Passion for making data-driven decisions a reality in the international development sector.
    A Bachelor’s or Master's degree (Master’s preferred) in economics, statistics, public policy, international development, social science, or related fields.

    Preferred

    Experience living and working in developing countries.
    Prior experience in consultancy or provision of similar professional services
    Expertise in international development and/or humanitarian work
    Appreciation for the strengths and limitations of various data collection and evaluation methods and the ability to match the appropriate method(s) to a variety of circumstances
    Familiarity with randomized controlled trials (RCTs)
    Professional proficiency in Spanish, French, and/or Portuguese.

    Apply via :

    workforcenow.adp.com

  • Manager, Change Management

    Position summary:

    The Rainforest Alliance is looking for an experienced Manager, Change Management (People Change Manager) with a global scope and international experience to join the HR team.
    As our organization continues to evolve, the ability to adapt to change is essential to maintaining our impact and effectiveness. This candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping and driving organizational change, ensuring that our people are supported and engaged through transformations in ways of working, structure and culture.
    Reporting to the Director People Strategy and Culture, the Change Manager will focus on the people side of change, working collaboratively with leaders and teams across the organization to foster a smooth transition while aligning changes with our mission and strategic goals.
    This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual who is passionate about creating positive change at an organization that matters. The successful candidate will use change management strategies to enhance employee engagement and (organizational) performance. We need someone who not only comes up with impactful ideas but can also implement them!
    The HR team at Rainforest Alliance you will be part of a team that consists of HR professionals, who are passionate for RA’s mission and dedicated to creating a great place to work for all our colleagues. 

    Responsibilities: 

    Develop change management strategies for major organizational initiatives, including (culture) transformation and process improvements;
    Conduct impact assessments to understand the scope and scale of change;
    Develop and implement a communication and stakeholder management plan to keep employees and other critical groups informed about upcoming changes and their benefits;
    Collaborate with HR and leadership teams to integrate change management activities into overall project plans;
    Liaise with key stakeholders, including senior management, to ensure alignment and support for change initiatives;
    Establish data-drive change approach and gather feedback from stakeholders and adapt where needed;
    Build a framework for continuous learning and improvement of change management practices within the HR team;
    Other duties as assigned.

    Qualifications: 

    Master or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Organizational Development or a related field.
    Demonstrated ability (5 years) in change management, organizational development, or HR roles;
    Change management certifications is advantageous;
    Excellent project management skills and employee/customer centricity in approach;
    Ability to manage multiples priorities and navigate ambiguity;
    Ability to influence and build solid relationships across all levels of the organization;
    Several years of experience in working in an international environment;
    Strong interpersonal skills and analytical skills to assess change impacts and organizational readiness;
    High level of integrity and professionalism;
    Must be pro-active, creative, self-driven and able to work collaboratively;
    Be hands-on whenever there is a need to drive project results;
    Fluency in English (and other languages are a plus);
    Ability to travel.

    Apply via :

    recruiting.ultipro.com

  • Access to Products for Healthcare (APH) and Networking





    Social Worker – Updated – Updated – Updated

    Tasks & Responsibilities

    Strategic Responsibilities

    Define and articulate the common ambitions, scope and principles related to APH.
    Develop a long-term networking and representation strategy for Eastern Africa and oversee its implementation.

    Technical and Operational Responsibilities

    Access to Products for Healthcare (50%)

    Planning

    Participate in the revision and validation of the APH Structure Strategic Plan and present them to the represented sections before their submissions to MSF Executive Committee (ExCom).
    Participate in the design and review of the APH Annual Planning process that will be presented to the APH executive board.
    Work with structure management team on defining plans, internal policies, and validation process.
    Keep track of APH initiative and plans across the represented sections and their respective positions on matters of APH.

    APH Projects

    Initiate and propose APH related projects to APH structure management team.
    Design projects in consistent with APH six core activities that are relevant to EA region and movement-wide priorities.
    Research and provide relevant data and information on specific APH projects to the respective sections for advocacy and information sharing.
    Regularly update the respective sections on ongoing APH project progress, outcomes, challenges, and articulate needs for support.
    Flag, with analysis, to represented sections on APH project with potential reputational or operational risks to MSF globally, and/or regionally, with the objective of averting untoward effects on MSF.

    Coordination

    Bridge information exchanges between represented sections and the APH structures.
    Gather, analyze and inform on APH Problem Statements/Priorities from Sections represented by the position.
    Reflect with represented Sections, in group or bilateral, on engagement with APH structure. management team on processes, policy updates, and consolidate feedback to APH structure.
    Keep regular contact and working relationship with APH Structure Staff (particularly with EA Regional Coordination) to identify synergies, avoid duplications and find common grounds to improve access to products for healthcare.
    Engage with MSF entities that feed into MSF access (APH) related ambitions in their set-up, including but not limited to, EA PHU.

    Executive Board

    Represent the Sections’ agenda on the APH Executive Board Meetings.
    Participate in the appointment of Executive Director and a chair to the Executive Board.
    As an EBM, review and feedback on the APH strategic plan content and development process.
    Assume collective accountability, as an Executive Board Member (EBM), for the content of external communications from the APH structure.
    Support the Change plan of Access Campaign (AC) to the APH model and highlight challenges to the represented sections. As an EBM, oversee and review the Organizational Change Model progress on its deliverables.
    Participate in drafting and reviewing of SEB regulations before submission for validation by the Full ExCom.

    Communication, Engagement and Networking

    Draft and/or review a validation process for sensitive external communication pieces from the APH structure.
    Travel and report to missions/projects in Eastern Africa Region in order to witness, understand, and reflect on healthcare access challenges to populations in distress.
    Discuss current and future APH projects with field for their relevance and impact for access to healthcare.
    Engage with MSF stakeholders and other academic and research institutions on potential operational research ideas that fit into the APH objectives, in collaboration with the public health unit
    Network with other research, humanitarian and charity organizations in EA region who are working on access to products of healthcare in humanitarian settings, for experience sharing/learning, and dissemination of MSF products.

    Other key considerations

    It is important to clarify what responsibilities do not fall under their purview to prevent role confusion and ensure efficient collaboration with other departments. Here are some key considerations for aspects that the role does not apply to:

    The role does not serve as the ultimate regulatory body for product approvals.
    It is not responsible for authorizing product licensing or compliance certification, which typically falls under regulatory affairs or legal teams.
    The lead is not involved in the day-to-day logistics of procurement, warehousing, or distribution of healthcare products.
    The role does not involve direct management of research and development activities like drug formulation, clinical trials, or product innovation. It may, however, collaborate with research and development projects to align new product development with access strategies.
    The lead does not oversee product sales, pricing strategies, or commercial marketing activities.
    The role does not involve providing direct healthcare or clinical services to patients. It focuses on systemic access issues rather than individual patient care or case management.
    While the lead may recommend partnerships with stakeholders (e.g., governments, NGOs, manufacturers), s/he is not the sole decision-maker.
    The lead is not the sole driver of healthcare policy reform or advocacy campaigns.
    Although the role contributes to improving equitable access, it is not solely responsible while the role may support access strategies during crises, it is not responsible for leading emergency response operations or managing crises directly

    MSF Eastern Africa (50%).

    Contribute to strengthening MSF EA’s strategic engagement network in the region, working on a range of topics.

    Networking

    Engage with a range of predefined stakeholders, including government agencies, multilateral organizations, universities, academics, think tanks, also focusing on specific topics and related platforms.
    Engage with governments in countries where MSF does not operate but are regionally relevant to the crises we respond to.
    Identify topics, produce relevant materials, and represent MSF by hosting regular events, meetings and briefings.

    Analysis

    In close collaboration with multiple internal stakeholders such as the Humanitarian Representation Team (HRT) members and other relevant colleagues, provide advice and support to the development of MSF’s analysis and understanding of the region, as well as advocacy messages and engagement strategies led by others working in Eastern Africa as needed.
    Remain updated on operational and thematic topics of relevance to the populations MSF assists in the Eastern Africa region.

    Coordination

    Develop a user-friendly stakeholders/actors’ database.
    Lead the mapping of actors, wider community and opportunities (meetings, platforms) of relevance for MSF´s networking and representation activities in Eastern Africa across.
    Track, brief and report on engagement activities and outcomes, to a range of MSF stakeholders across the movement to support our operations and advocacy efforts.
    Collaborate with existing resources focused on operations, advocacy and representation to define gaps and minimize duplication.
    Provide back up for advocacy and representation colleagues in the region as needed.

    Other Responsibilities

    Member of MSF EA Extended Management Team.
    Member of the Executive Board of APH.
    Works in close tandem with the APH Structure Management Team – representing – MSF Denmark, MSF Eastern Africa, MSF Germany, MSF Norway, MSF Sweden and MSF UK.
    Works in tandem with the APH Hub (Eastern and Southern Africa) Representative.
    Works in collaboration and tandem with MSF EA public health unit.

    Qualifications

    Education

    A Medical or Paramedical degree from a recognized institution.
    A Master’s degree in Public Health, Health Policy, Pharmacy or Medicine, Health Economics or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.

    Experience

    At least five (5) years of MSF Field experience in at least three (3) different contexts.
    At least three (3) years’ experience in managing access to medicines, medical devices, or diagnostics at the strategic level in low-resource settings.
    Familiarity with essential medicine policies, frameworks and global health initiatives (e.g., WHO, Global Fund, GAVI).
    Demonstrated experience in health/medical qualitative and quantitative research methods.
    Proven track record of engaging with stakeholders to address barriers to healthcare access.
    Experience in advocating for price reductions, intellectual property flexibilities (e.g., TRIPS waiver), and equitable distribution is an added value.
    Demonstrated knowledge of medical humanitarian issues and solid knowledge of or experience in the East and Southern Africa region.
    Knowledge and understanding of how MSF home Offices Operate.
    Basic knowledge of International Humanitarian and Human Rights Law is an asset.

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  • Chief of Staff Environmental Law Expert Cambodia – Updated

    This job post has been updated. Responsibilities

    Management of the Executive Office:
    Directing and managing the Executive Office through ensuring overall coordination of the substantive support to the Executive Director and Deputy Executive Director.
    Directing and overseeing the formulation and implementation of the work programme of the Office.
    Managing the Executive Office teams of Special Assistants, Corporate Coordination staff and other Executive Office staff, including managing the recruitment of senior UN Environment Programme staff.
    Supporting the Senior Management Team (SMT) and serving as an ex-officio member of the SMT.
    Provision of Strategic Advisory Support: Providing strategic advice in planning for the Executive Director to fulfill her/his political and managerial objectives in cooperation with the UN Environment Programme Deputy Executive Director and the SMT.
    Providing policy advice and recommendations to the Executive Director.
    Overseeing the coordination and support of the activities of UNEP’s Divisions, Regional and Country Offices and the Multilateral Environmental Agreements, related to the Executive Director’s responsibilities.
    Key Security Related responsibilities: Representing the Executive Director on the Security Management Team and ensuring effective internal security /wardens’ system is in place across the organization, in cooperation with UN Security.
    Liaison with Member States and Stakeholders: Maintaining proactive liaison with Heads of diplomatic missions and other senior representatives of Member States, as well as other international organizations and external partners on substantive, political, procedural and managerial questions. Direction and oversight for preparation of quality institutional products.
    Managing the preparation of and reviewing draft correspondence, official statements, communication outputs and reports for the Executive Director’s signature or clearance.
    Overseeing the preparation of relevant research, background papers, talking points, speeches, official statements. Coordinating follow-up across the UN Environment Programme.
    Collaboration with Director of Corporate Services: In coordination with the Director, Corporate Service Division, ensuring an integrated approach to the results-based budget process, including alignment with strategic and operational plans and adequate provisions to meet resource requirements, overseeing the preparation of the budget, and human resource requirements. Working in close collaboration on all audit, legal cases and evaluations, bringing to the attention of the Executive Director matters needing attention

    Education

    Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in International Relations, Management, Administration, Environmental Studies, Political Science, or other related field is required.
    A first level university degree in combination with two (2) additional years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
    Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics or data science programs is desirable.

    Work Experience

    A minimum of fifteen (15) years of professional and progressively responsible experience in public or business administration; management; international relations, sustainable development, environment, political affairs or related area is required.
    At least seven (7) years of experience at the International level is required. Leadership experience and management in multicultural settings in a politically sensitive context is required. Experience in providing strategic policy advice to senior level officials is required.
    Experience working within the UN system and on UN inter-agency coordination is desirable.
    Experience in the international environmental policy and environmental governance setting is desirable.
    Experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.

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  • Head of Operations, Kenya – Specialized Outreach and Knowledge Establishment (SPOKE) Research Fellow II – Investment Lead, BE Project Intern – CRE Programme – Updated

    This job post has been updated. We are looking to recruit a new key member as the Operations Manager-of the Kenya SPOKE and roll-out into next markets. The Operations Manager leads the execution of the project, ensuring that all activities align with project objectives, EHS expectations timelines, and budgetary constraints. And are properly documented to support reference and replication.  The role involves high-level coordination with internal teams, especially working closely with the ACES Senior Quality Management Specialist and external stakeholders, to optimize resources, drive team accountability and compliance across all phases. The Operations Manager will be expected to undertake the following:

    Key Responsibilities:

    Project Planning & Strategy

    Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and ensure alignment with programme goals.
    Develop a comprehensive project plan, setting clear objectives, deliverables, timelines, and milestones
    Enxure all team members know their expectations
    Lead the planning, initiation, and execution of the project.
    Support the team in developing detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, resource allocation, and risk management strategies.
    Generate project technical and financial reports in collaboration with the team lead.

    Project Delivery Coordination:

    Oversee daily project activities, assign tasks to team members, and conduct weekly check-ins and report to team lead.
    Encourage collaboration, troubleshoot issues, and provide guidance to keep the team aligned with project goals.
    Ensure project tasks are undertaken in line with developed processes and procedures and compliance with regulations.
    Coordinate cross-functional teams including logistics, supply chain, IT, and technical teams to ensure project milestones are achieved.
    Oversee the development of the engagement and training plan and tools for the farmer community and farmers
    Manage third-party vendors, suppliers, and contractors involved in the cold chain setup and operation.
     Ensure team members are adequately trained in cold chain management best practices and procedures, safety, and compliance requirements.

    Stakeholder Engagement and Communication:

    Ensure active communication and engagement with internal and external stakeholders including team members, c vendors, clients), including NGOs, community representatives, suppliers, and government bodies.
    Prepare reports on project progress, and challenges to senior management and stakeholders.
    Communicate effectively with all project stakeholders to manage expectations, provide updates, and resolve concerns.

    Resource Management and Budget Oversight:

    Coordinate with the team lead, finance team, to monitor expenditures.
    Work with the Kenya team lead and the international project management team to adjust resource allocations when necessary, and ensure all financial activities comply with donor requirements.

    Risk Management and Problem Solving:

    Identify potential risks, develop mitigation strategies, and monitor implementation in close coordination with the ACES Senior Quality Management Specialist and other team members.
    Address project challenges proactively to minimize delays or resource waste.

    Compliance and Quality Assurance:

    Coordinate the development of Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) policy, Standard operating procedures (SOPs) and other quality assurance frameworks for the SPOKE.
    Ensure all project activities adhere to the standards and protocols outlined in Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) policies, SOPs, and regulatory requirements, working in close coordination with the ACES Senior Quality Management Specialist and other team members.
    Conduct regular audits to uphold quality standards in the implementation of the project.

    Reference and Replication

    Ensure all documents are properly managed including version control to create a complete “playbook” to support replication

    Key Competencies

    Qualifications and Experience 

    Master’s degree with a combination of two of the following fields: – Mechanical/Agricultural/ Electrical Engineering/HVAC and business/finance.
    A Bachelor’s degree in the above fields with exceptional experience may be considered.
    Have a minimum of five (5) years of demonstrable industry experience in operations management/supervisory levels with a proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget and ensuring fully documented processes, ideally to include experience of setting-up a project or new facility from the ground-up
    Strong understanding of sustainable cold chain technologies, systems, and regulatory requirements and its role in the supply chain especially in value chains such as horticulture,
    Experience in temperature sensitive horticultural agribusiness or fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) is an added advantage
    Good understanding of business process and management, requirements and dynamics, especially for complex projects or systems
    Good understanding of H&S
    Experience working with smallholder farmers, especially through cooperatives or farmer group structures.
    Have demonstrable experience in training / mentoring in relation to processes in cold chain and food businesses processes
    Experience with budgeting, financial modelling, tracking and management, business development and related duties

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  • Senior Internal Auditor – Updated

    This job post has been updated. Reporting administratively to the Chief Executive Officer, the Senior Internal Auditor will be responsible for providing systematic, independent and objective assurance to the Board Audit Committee and Board, and ATIDI Management by evaluating and improving the effectiveness of the framework for internal control, risk management, and governance, policies, processes and procedures of ATIDI to ensure that the operations of ATIDI are carried out in a safe manner and aligned to best practice.

    Key Duties and Responsibilities:

    Internal Audit and Controls

    Develop a flexible annual audit plan using an appropriate risk-based methodology, including any risks or control concerns identified by management, and submit that plan to the Board, through the Audit Committee, for review and approve;
    In addition, provide periodic updates on the audit plan to the Audit Committee;
    Implement the annual audit plan as approved, including as appropriate, any special tasks or projects requested by the Chief Executive Officer and the Audit Committee;
    Review systems and operations to assess the extent to which organizational objectives are achieved and the adequacy of controls in ATIDI including compliance with best practice;
    Conduct periodic audit reviews on all processes, operating systems, software, hardware, network and various application systems;
    Document and issue periodic reports to Management and to the Board, via the Audit Committee summarizing results of audit activities in an objective, clear, concise and timely manner;
    Recommending improvements in procedures and systems to prevent fraud, reduce cost and efficient use of resources.

    Stakeholder engagement

    Keep the Audit Committee informed of emerging trends and developments in internal auditing practices and give recommendations for necessary revisions in internal policies and procedures;
    Carry out any ad hoc appraisals, inspections, investigations, examinations or reviews requested by the Chief Executive Officer or Board Audit Committee / Board of Directors;
    Advise on appropriate systems of controls in an advisory capacity;
    Maintain an efficient working relationship with relevant stakeholders;

    Key Performance Indicators

    Variance between planned and actual audit;
    Timely rendition and quality of reports;
    Timely remediation of audit issues across the organisation;
    Exceptions/fraud/irregularities detected and undetected;
    Extent of recovery of fraud loss;
    Creation of fraud awareness/education through sensitization memos;
    Savings per fraud/irregularities detected/prevented;
    Achievement of cost savings and earnings target generated on account of process or activity improvement recommendations by Internal Audit resulting in efficiency;

    Role Specifications:

    Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Accounting, Audit & Finance or related discipline with a professional qualification in e.g. (CA, CPA/ACCA & CIMA);
    Relevant Master’s Degree in Finance or Accounting;
    Possession of relevant certification
    Minimum of 8 years cognate experience, with at least 3 years in a senior capacity;
    Active member of a relevant professional body
    Analytical with auditing & investigation skills;
    Strategic thinking and problem-solving ability;
    Independent minded;
    Accounting and reporting skills;
    Operations (Underwriting, Trade Finance, Political Risk Insurance and Credit Risk Insurance) Skills;
    General finance and financial strategy skills;
    Fraud and operational risk knowledge;
    Comprehensive credit skills;
    Audit, insurance and financial services product knowledge exposure;
    Policy and regulatory (self-governing entities) interpretation skill and implementation capability;
    Extensive working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and Intranet Mailing facility;
    Conceptual skills;
    Demonstrate ATIDI’s core values of creativity, unity of purpose, diligence and efficiency, stakeholder first combined with integrity, transparency and accountability;
    Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment;
    Excellent communication (oral, written and presentation) and interpersonal skills; and
    Fluency in written and spoken English. French will be an advantage.

    Benefits and Contractual information:

    3-year contract
    Willing and able to relocate to Nairobi, Kenya
    Only qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

    Please submit an Application Letter, Personal History Form, CV, plus details of your current remuneration package along with the details of three referees to atidi-recruitment@caglobalint.com

    Apply via :

    atidi-recruitment@caglobalint.com