Jobs Kenya

Job Qualification: criteria in BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA

  • Director Marketing & Sales

    Director Marketing & Sales

    Job description
    AMI is looking for a creative and ambitious leader to drive growth as we strive to become Africa’s leading brand in workplace learning. Entrepreneurial hustle, strategic nous and commercial creativity more important than traditional/big-brand marketing experience. This is a senior role reporting to the CEO and working closely with other directors as part of AMI’s strategic leadership team.
    Role:

    Work with GMs of local markets to build AMI’s enterprise sales structure and processes for scale, including implementation of CRM, KPIs, compensation structure and analytics
    Lead marketing and communication across markets to position AMI as leading brand in workplace learning, including events, thought leadership and content marketing
    Drive in-bound lead generation & provide sales support, including all communication materials, case studies, white papers etc
    Potential to work with CEO on business development strategy and new markets, depending on candidate interest and experience

    Requirements:

    Minimum of 7 years experience in strategic marketing, business development or communications, with at least 3 years in B2B , OR minimum 7 years in a professional services role that includes a business development and/or marketing component (essential)
    Experience working in Africa, ideally Kenya (essential)
    Experience working in entrepreneurial or high-growth environment (essential)
    Postgraduate degree or equivalent experience

  • Chief of Staff

    Chief of Staff

    Job description
    ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

    Bachelors Degree with a Postgraduate Qualification in social sciences.
    Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a Senior Human Resources Management position.
    Back ground in IT and Project Management
    Ability to drive company value through appropriate company culture as well as value adding.

    JOB SUMMARY
    The Chief of Staff is an executive level member of the organization who promotes and implements human resource values by planning and managing human resources programs to enable management enhance the individual and collective contributions of people for the short & long term success of the company. He oversees the efficient management of the IT, training, policies, administration and human resource departments.
    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

    Financial:

    Act as chief advisor to the Managing Director and a partner to all other heads of department on staff matters such as optimal staffing to reduce cost.
    Prepare departmental/SBU budgets and control expenditure.
    Actively contribute to sales department and implementation of the marketing strategy.
    Support the function of cost as described in the departmental Balance Score Cards.
    Encourage financial measures across departments to cut unnecessary costs.
    Monitor and control departmental revenue & expenditure to minimize unnecessary costs.

    B/Procesess:

    Ensure that all company policies are implemented accordingly, and ensure a Comprehensive policy review program across the organization.
    Maintain competitive staff motivation and retention policies.
    Source and participate in the evaluation and selection of staff.
    Lead team and control the functions of the department.
    Formulate and interpret Human Resources policies and follow-up implementation.
    Develop performance management and compensation strategies.
    Formulate and review Human Resource planning of the company.
    Co-ordinate performance management, job analysis and organizational development processes.
    Co-ordinate the extra curricula activities of staff, such as health talks and end of year parties.
    Provide directly or indirectly a range of services to support operational processes.
    Monitor international, national and local movements impacting on employment practices and interpreting their implications on the business strategy.
    Administration of integrated human resource IT system.
    Promote new products lines for IT including cube security.
    Administer the company’s insurance portfolio and review this on annual basis.
    Internal/external Customer:
    Actively promote and network on BM’s behalf.
    Advise Line Managers on staff matters.
    Actively contribute to sales.
    Implement relevant parts of marketing strategy.
    Ensure policies supporting sales, customer retention, marketing and customer service are implemented.

    Learning:

    Ensure appropriate resources according to capabilities are in place for the entire organization.
    In charge of staff development, coaching and general staff welfare.
    Co-ordinate staff training department, act as liaison with other training institutions and implement the organization’s training policy.
    Promote the training unit to become a profit making entity.
    Mold appropriate corporate culture.
    Review the organizational structure, performance management and jobs evaluation systems.
    Implement proper directions for staffs reporting into HR.

  • Grants and Contracts Officer

    Grants and Contracts Officer

    Job Description
    SUMMARY OF ROLE
    The Grants and contracts Officer is responsible for providing support to the Afya Jijini Small Grants (AJSG) program, and in the management of subcontracts and contracting services within the project. The Grants and Contracts officer, works closely with the Afya Jijini program and finance teams to ensure responsible programmatic and financial monitoring of grant and contracts funded activities, identifying areas of improvement of the grantees and subcontractors and providing the necessary interventions for performance improvement. The Grants and Contracts Officer will work in collaboration with the Afya Jijini Grants and Contracts team and will provide assistance in the management and delivery of the AJSG Program and contribute to overall program effectiveness and efficient program delivery.
    Core Function
    The Grants and Contracts Officer will report directly to the director-compliance, procurement, Grants and Contracts, and will work closely with the Senior Finance Director, Deputy Chief of Party, M&E Director and other Senior Management and Technical team leads in supporting and overseeing the overall management and efficiency of subcontracts and Grants Under Contracts (GUCs) portfolio.
    The Grants and Contracts Officer is responsible for providing support to the Afya Jijini Small Grants (AJSG) program, in the grant RFA’s process, assessment and evaluation of potential grantees, working closely with the Afya Jijini program and finance teams to ensure responsible programmatic and financial day to day monitoring of grant funded activities, identifying areas of improvement of the grantees, and building their capacity. The Grants and contracts officer will also lead the development and management of subcontracts and any subcontract modifications and amendments. He/She will act as the focal point with IMA HQ and Finance teams for the review and approval of all financial and contractual documentation, including coordinating and facilitating signature by IMA and Subcontractor designate.
    Specific Responsibilities and Essential Functions

    Compliance:

    The Grants and Contracts officer will ensure compliance with IMA World Health policies and procedures, USAID regulations related to sub granting, GOK laws, regulations and practices, more specifically in issuance, day to day support and continued monitoring of sub awardees including:
    Periodically reviewing and auditing specific transactions reported as well as the internal controls and policies of the subcontractors and sub-grantees and advise on strengthening of the same through reports and monitoring;
    Drafting memos and other guidance documents and acting as the primary point of contact and resource for subcontractors and sub-grantees on all financial compliance issues;
    Working with Afya Jijini finance and programme teams to verify and track budget and expenditures against grantee and subcontractor terms and conditions, and ensure proper reporting, documentation and overall deliverables and milestones are reviewed by Afya Jijini Senior Management and signed off prior to issuance of payment.
    External audit facilitation
    The grants and contracts officer will work with the finance and HQ teams to develop subcontract and sub-grantee terms of reference for audits in compliance with the IMA policies and procedures and USAID rules and regulations. S/he will be responsible for coordinating all the external/donor/mission audit functions. The grants and contracts officer will be responsible for conducing regular monitoring visits to the grantees and subcontractors
    Sub-grantee and subcontractor Management:
    The Grants and Contracts Officer will provide input into the update and suggestions for improvement of the Afya Jijini Sub Grant Manual and sub granting processes and procedures, including assessment, selection of potential partners, and sub grant management.
    Assist in the review of small grant and subcontracts day to day activities for compliance with USAID rules and regulations and IMA World Health’s policies.
    Assist in identifying areas of improvement for partners/grantees and follow through to ensure that such improvements are implemented.
    Provide suggestions on how IMA can provide the support required in terms of capacity building the partner teams either in programming and/ or financial management and reporting.
    Provide support in the preparation of and review of sub grant and subcontract agreements, and budgets, ensuring completeness and regular updates of relevant clauses as necessary
    Oversee grantee/ Subcontractor budgets, cash projections and spending. The Grants and Contracts Officer will liaise closely with the grantees in tracking expenditures and request regular budget vs. actuals from the grantees/subcontractors where necessary depending on the funding instrument;
    Ensure accurate and timely payments are made to sub-grantees and sub-contractors through-out the life of the program;
    Assist in preparation of periodic updates required for the Afya Jijini management and programmatic meetings as required to discuss sub grants/subcontracts status’ status for each sub grant.
    Assist with partnership close-outs, including ensuring that all requirements of the sub grant agreement have been met to facilitate the final sign off by IMA Senior Management.
    Preparing a calendar of critical activity dates/key milestones per grantee.

    Documentation;

    Maintain hard and electronic copies of all documentation pertaining to each sub grant and subcontract file, ensuring these are complete and up-to-date as per IMA World Health documentation requirements.
    Ensure all files are in order and grantee payments and file checklists are completed satisfactorily before submission to other functional managers for final approval to pay, extend, close out, etc.;
    In coordination with the technical program leads, monitor the implementation progress of each subcontractor and sub-grantee, to ensure that the implementation is carried out and that all administrative & financial outputs as stated in the award agreements are achieved.
    Support the drafting of all partner correspondences

    Job Requirements, Skills and Knowledge:

    Bachelors’ degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Management or related field; Master’s degree will be an added advantage.
    5-8 years of hands on experience in a grants management; experience with international NGOs in the health sector will be an added advantage;
    Excellent operational knowledge of USAID rules and regulations, including USAID contract management and grants management policies and procedures;
    Advanced Computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Excel spreadsheets, word processing, power point, and electronic mail).
    Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, including the ability to work in a professional and cordial manner with fellow staff members, partner institutions including international and local NGOs, governmental entities, support organizations, and the general public;
    Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, to prioritize multiple work assignments in an extremely fast-paced environment, to meet deadlines, and to exercise good, professional judgment; ability to manage multiple activities with attention to detail, while meeting tight deadlines under pressure;
    Excellent problem solving capacity, with demonstrated ability for considerable analysis and sound judgment to find solutions in complex environment with shifting and competing priorities.
    Good planning and organizational skills.
    Excellent verbal and written communication skills that demonstrate a proven record of being an effective part of a team-oriented staff.

  • Head of Departments – Cytonn Technical College Alternative Investments Analyst Intern Operations Assistant – Hospitality Operations Analyst – Hospitality

    Head of Departments – Cytonn Technical College Alternative Investments Analyst Intern Operations Assistant – Hospitality Operations Analyst – Hospitality

    Reporting to the Head of Academic Affairs, the Head of Departments will be in charge of providing strong academic leadership to both students and staff in their respective departments.
    Responsibilities

    Supporting and providing academic leadership in the department,
    In consultation with other Head of Departments, harmonize departmental academic timetable,
    Receiving and approving the lecturers’ schemes of work,
    Receiving and analyzing records of work,
    Supervising the curriculum implementation,
    Ensuring that the department is well staffed,
    Monitoring and tracking of new students’ enrollment,
    Supervising the administration of examinations,
    Analyzing examination results and performance,
    Tracking the academic performance for students,
    Effective management of all staff in the department,
    Holding and minuting regular departmental meetings,
    Taking part in the recruitment, selection and orientation of new staff for the department,
    Organizing the relevant field academic trips for students,
    Lecturing in respective areas of specialization, and,
    Any other duties as may be prescribed from time to time.

    Requirements

    Be a holder of a Bachelor’s Degree in either of the disciplines outlined above or other relevant courses,with a minimum of Second Class Upper Division or its equivalent
    Possession of a Master’s degree in relevant disciplines will be an added advantage,
    Must have 4+ years of teaching knowledge and experience, in a distinguished college. Experience as a Head of Department is an added advantage,
    Demonstrate a good understanding of the Ministry of Education’s and TVETA’s college guiding policy,
    Should have outstanding presentation, teaching, interviewing, problem analysis and listening skills,
    Should demonstrate the ability to grow, support and develop young talents,
    Strong computer skills, including high level of proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Word,
    Ability to probe for, analyze and synthesize information, as well as express ideas clearly, both verbally and in writing,
    Ability to make quick yet sound decisions,
    Ability to work independently, problem solve, and be persistent, and,
    Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, self-driven attitude towards work, and commitment to the mission of the institutions.
    Possess a minimum of B+ in KCSE or its equivalent

    Learning Opportunities
    The Head of Departments will be in charge of providing strong academic leadership to both students and staff in their respective departments

    go to method of application »

  • Network Technical Advisor Network Program Manager Assisted Network Technical Android Field Support Officers

    Network Technical Advisor Network Program Manager Assisted Network Technical Android Field Support Officers

    To support our ambitious goals in Kenya, we seek an experienced, innovative and passionate individual, with a strong-track record of delivering results, to join our Assisted Networks team as Technical Advisors, Supervision.
    The Technical Advisor will be assisting a network of Community Health Volunteers (CHVs) within a sub county, primarily to support the Community Health Extension Workers (CHEWs) deliver high impact through best practice performance management and supervision and supporting the sub county and county health teams within the AN to deliver impactful community health.
    Job Responsibilities

    Provide technical advice through conducting trainings and coaching sessions for community health extension workers (CHEWs) and sub-country management teams (SCMT) on performance management and supervision of CHVs.
    Provide ongoing coaching of Sub County and county health management teams on how to review and analyze data on the performance dashboards and interpret to support CHVs to deliver against targets.
    Provide technical assistance and capacity-building across the sub county and share learnings and get feedback.
    Support CHEWs and other county health teams on field visits
    Support the Program Manager in the initial engagement and co-design the support with a new county and sub county, helping to establish ways of working ensuring the county and sub county government are fully engaged.
    If needed, represent and offer support in county and sub county technical meetings and engagements and actively seek out, identify, advise upon and implement opportunities for collaborative work across the sector.
    Prepare and present reports and key insights as necessary to support the Program Manager.
    Support the Program Manager to ensure CHEWs are equipped for supportive supervision
    Develop and initiate new ideas to improve how we provide technical assistance.
    Manage project expenditures and track records to keep costs as low as possible

    Qualifications

    Degree in health sciences.
    Post-graduate training in Management or Public Health an added advantage.
    5 years or more experience bringing a sound understanding of the Kenya Health System and prior technical assistance work experience with and/or involving close association with national and county governments.
    Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
    Should be flexible and willing to travel across Kenya and primarily based in the field.
    Good computer and analytical skills a must.
    Able to manage priorities, take initiative, and work without constant supervision.
    Honest, reliable, diplomatic and well organized.

    go to method of application »

  • Data Scientist

    Data Scientist

    Job description
    Requirements

    Experience using statistical computer languages (R, Python, SLQ, etc.) to manipulate data and draw insights from large data sets.
    Ability to work with both structured and unstructured data and come up with solutions and strategies to business challenges.
    Ability to process data and present it through visuals and communicate to both a technical and non-technical audience.
    Knowledge of advanced statistical techniques and concepts.
    Experience working with and creating data architectures.
    Knowledge of a variety of machine learning techniques (clustering, decision tree learning, artificial neural networks, etc.) and their real-world advantages/drawbacks.
    Ability to develop custom data models and algorithms to apply data sets.
    Ability to develop processes and tools to monitor and analyze model performance and data accuracy.

    Experience and Qualifications

    Proven experience as a Data Scientist or Data Analyst.
    Experience in Data Science for Credit Decisioning will be a major advantage.
    Experience in data mining.
    Understanding of machine-learning and operations research.
    Experience using business intelligence tools (e.g. Tableau) and data frameworks (e.g. Hadoop).
    Knowledge of R, SQL and Python; familiarity with Scala, Java or C++ is an asset.
    Analytical mind and business acumen.
    Strong math skills (e.g. statistics, algebra).
    Problem-solving aptitude.
    Excellent communication and presentation skills.
    Advanced Degree or BSc/BA in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics or relevant field; graduate degree in Data Science or other quantitative field is preferred.
    A drive to learn and master new technologies and techniques.

  • Global Education Manager

    Global Education Manager

    Job description
    Contract Duration: 12 month contract initially
    Position Reports to: Head of Education
    Overview of the Role:
    The role of Global Education Manager will involve working on behalf of the CEL (Camara Education Ltd) Education Department and the Education hubs to build the capacity of hubs to develop and deliver appropriate quality training and educational products.
    You will have a proven track record of developing training programmes, including eLearning content development. In addition, you will have experience in capacity development of teams. You will have excellent communication and planning skills. You should also have some knowledge or experience within Primary or Secondary and Non-Formal Education sectors, and specifically in the areas of mathematics and literacy.
    Self-motivation, enthusiasm, creativity and commitment to equality and education are a must, along with the ability to work on your own initiative.
    To Apply: All applications must include a CV and Cover Letter .
    Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday, January 5th 2018 with early applications welcome.
    Responsibilities:

    Support and contribute to the development training courses and programmes based on hub and project needs;
    Support and contribute to the development of educational products;
    Govern education hubs to ensure trainers are delivering training products to a high standard;
    Ensure hub compliance to all training processes and procedures;
    Provide necessary capacity development and support to hub trainers throughout Camara network;
    Track all hub training operations and work to ensure that standards for training administration and delivery are maintained;
    Provide training targets and feedback on quality indicators;
    Work with CEL Education Department to update and maintain Camara Training Policies, where necessary;
    Work with Head of Education to engage with educational partners in country; and
    Report on a weekly basis to key Camara staff on progress, including the Head of Education. All activities must be coordinated with the Head of Education, the Head of Africa Operations, the CEL Education Department, and the relevant country CEOs.
    Promote and demonstrate our Values:
    Committed (We deliver results)
    Caring (We care for our people and those we serve)
    Creative (We innovate to solve problems)
    Collaborative (We achieve more by working together)
    Additional tasks as agreed with manager

    Person Specification
    Qualifications:
    Bachelor’s degree in Education (B. Ed), Master’s degree preferable
    Experience:

    5 years+ ICT in Education and Training development experience
    3 years+ Management experience
    Experience working with international NGO and donors in developing country
    Commitment to values and ethos of Camara Education
    Must have previous experience working in a developing country

    Key Competencies:

    Demonstrates passion and enthusiasm for Camara Education’s vision and motivates, leads, and empowers others to achieve organisational goals;
    A passion for integrating ICT into Education, particularly teaching practices and student learning;
    Demonstrated experience in instructional design methodologies such as ADDIE, Dick & Carey, etc.
    Strong training development skills including eLearning content;
    Demonstrated ability to lead teams, provide quality capacity development and give direction to fellow team members to complete tasks to a defined timeline;
    Strong ability to resolve problems and determine system improvements whilst working;
    Good understanding of the primary and secondary education context;
    Excellent communication skills to establish and maintain positive working relationships with schools, partners, government, staff and key stakeholders;
    Personal commitment to organisational excellence – displays honesty, integrity, and a strong sense of ethics in all decision and actions;
    Is resilient – remains calm and deliberate under conditions of stress;
    Has the ability to organise time to the best advantage of Camara Education;
    Excellent oral and written communication in English; and
    Willingness to travel extensively.
    Fluent written and spoken English
    Experience working under limited supervision
    Experience working in a team

    Are you passionate about Camara’s mission?
    Working with Camara is more than just a job! Be part of a vibrant, expanding team that is dedicated to improving the lives of disadvantaged communities around the world and make a real difference within a dynamic and innovative organisation.
    These are the words that our people use to describe their careers with Camara:
    ‘Innovative. Open. Global. Flexible. A meaningful purpose.’

  • Senior Business Development Leader

    Senior Business Development Leader

    Job Description

    Strategic Leadership

    Determine and execute strategies for assigned markets.
    Develop and provide leadership for and key client account plans by integrating and setting priorities based on information about the market, client opportunities, Visa priorities and competitor activities
    Monitor development of payments, technology/big data, banking and financial services industry, analyze trends and understand factors affecting current and potential business results of Visa
    Identify success factors for progressive and dynamic business growth, develop and implement sales strategy accordingly,develop tactics and define actions to achieve defined goals
    Identify opportunities for new business in assigned markets
    Identify strategic shifts in assigned markets that could have overall implications and business impact for Visa Inc. overall
    Lead Visa’s strategy with governments,central banks and other regulatory institutions within identified markets.Engage with entities to maximize Visa’s influence within the electronic payments industry
    Maximize awareness and preference for Visa in defined markets amongst key non-bank stakeholders to ensure a level playing field
    Represent Visa Inc. within the market across multiple areas from sales to regulatory affairs to corporate and social responsibility by speaking at conferences and business meetings and undertaking media/public relations activities in the area to shape perceptions of the corporation

    Client Leadership

    Develop, maintain and cultivate close relationships with decision-makers and other influencers client CEOs and other senior management of banks including central banks, national banking associations and partner companies; be aware of their views on development of the payments technology, banking and financial services industry
    Understand clients’ key players, strategies, priorities, needs and decision making processes
    Develop and/or oversee creation of holistic client plans. Advise on customer–specific strategic ideas and innovative solutions to drive mutual revenues
    Lead client sales function; manage the team to achieve agreed corporate objectives
    Share Visa’s views on industry developments and dynamics and advise them how Visa products can impact their results
    Understand and influence product positioning and pricing of Visa and competitors’ products in clients’ product portfolios

    People Leadership

    Actively engage employees with exceptional communications skills and commitment
    Model collaboration and influence
    Ensure that cross-divisional teams are fully aligned and briefed about clients’ and business partners’ environment.Ensure that strategic plans for the market are developed in conjunction with, understood and shared by the supporting functions within Visa
    Attract,develop and retain outstanding talent. Ensure appropriate succession planning is in place within key roles and maximize employee engagement

    Operational Leadership

    Deliver market sales targets and drive business goals and priorities . Take lead in managing and maximizing return on all resources applied across defined markets including sales, product, marketing and operational resources. Ensure maximum cooperation, liaison and communication across the markets,Plan and develop Visa business in market to meet or exceed targets established through the planning
    process within allocated budgets
    Oversee efficient operational management of local office, ensuring all activities are undertaken within the appropriate risk and controls frameworks (local regulatory and Visa internal)
    Maintain a keen focus on a well-developed operational controls environment and that a strict adherence to Visa compliance practices is maintained at all times
    Focus on achieving business targets through growing the existing business, identifying new business opportunities and traducing and implementing new products and services across large, complex markets
    Monitor business results of individual banks, anticipate challenges and take proactive measures to accomplish targets

    This position reporting to Cluster Country Manager, East Africa will be responsible for general management of all aspects of local business including business strategy, business development and portfolio management, matrixed management of functions to ensure each is aligned with global and regional strategies, government officials, Central Bank and other regulatory institutions, people leadership, compliance & control.
    Qualifications

    10 years of progressively responsible business experience with 5+ years’ experience managing strategic relationships with financial services and technology solution providers
    Extensive worldwide knowledge of the payment, risk management and payment security industry, including card,alternative and local payment processing
    Significant experience managing commercial deals through the entire lifecycle; exceptional deal management, deal structuring, negotiation and leadership skills; ability to structure key terms and conditions to accommodate specific risks and constraints; demonstrated ability managing referral pipelines with partners
    Demonstrated ability to work with large, cross-functional (e.g. product, sales, strategy, marketing) and cross-regional teams
    Ability to work independently within a complex and often ambiguous environment, to drive rigorous, fact-based recommendations to stakeholders and to juggle multiple initiatives at once
    Superior analytical and problem solving skills, with demonstrated intellectual and analytical rigor addressing a wide variety of functional business problems
    Ability to quickly assess an opportunity’s potential, leveraging fact-based analyses and industry experience
    Exceptional written and oral communication skills, exceptional interpersonal skills and the proven ability to influence and communicate effectively across regional and functional lines
    Willingness to travel due to assignment requiring at least 50% of time
    Minimum degree level qualification, MBA preferred
    Fluent in English and French.

    Additional Information

    As with all positions within Visa CEMEA, the jobholder is responsible for the security of the Visa CEMEA environment and the physical security of all Visa property, documentation and member information.
    Give full support to the Company’s health and safety policy and ensure that the policy is effectively implemented and all relevant health and safety legislation is complied with within their area of responsibility and within budgeted resources.
    Give full support to the Company’s business continuity policy and ensure that the policy is effectively implemented. Ensure familiarity with business continuity plans and support all relevant activity.

  • Legal Manager

    Legal Manager

    Job description
    Role Summary:
    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Responsible for managing the legal and compliance affairs of the group and subsidiaries
    Draft and review legal agreements for the business; management of regulatory licences and support land acquisition processes
    Produce content for Board and Committee papers and implementing resultant actions
    Work collaboratively with functional areas across the group to develop and implement programmes that meet the legal and regulatory requirements.
    Represent the Company in various forums
    Liaison with advisors, regulators and government officials
    Provide legal advice on corporate and commercial matters – contracts, corporate structuring, finance, treasury, tax & excise.
    Review, draft and advise on company policies.
    Drive compliance with local laws, company policies and procedures within functions of responsibility.
    Manage external counsel
    Provide legal advice on tax and finance matters including engagement with key stakeholders and regulators
    Provide on-going legal support to commercial business functions including Human Resources, IT and Security.
    Conducting background checks and due diligence on all intending business partners, contractors and subcontractors with a view to evaluating the potential risks associated with them and providing recommendation on their suitability for business engagements.
    Tracking all the company contracts and advising relevant business units on expiry dates and need to renew where necessary.
    Tracking and creating awareness on relevant new laws, orders and regulations and advising relevant business units on compliance with such laws, orders and regulations.
    Registering and renewing the company’s copyrights and trademarks and filing necessary returns with regulatory authorities.
    Representing the company in meeting with external stakeholders and regulatory authorities.
    Ensuring Compliance with relevant laws and regulations by the company
    Preparation and vetting of legal documents including agreements, leases, correspondence with regulatory authorities

    Educational Qualification :
    LLB or LLM with minimum 6 + years experience in legal and compliance functions .

  • Program Development and Quality Coordinator

    Program Development and Quality Coordinator

    Job description
    CARE’s programming in Somalia focuses on strengthening resilience, reducing conflict and addressing chronic poverty as well as mitigating immediate emergency situations.
    We are seeking a Program Development and Quality Coordinator who will report directly to the Assistant Country Director – Programs. This is a central position for CARE Somalia’s efforts to strengthen the quality of its programming; and our ability to innovate, learn and adjust to continually changing realities in Somalia.
    The person in this role will cover the full breadth of our programming, both development and emergency. S/he will cover the whole program and project cycle; designing and evaluating program frameworks, developing projects on the basis of the program frameworks; ensuring the systems are in place to monitoring and evaluate impact. The Program Development and Quality Coordinator will focus on ensuring that our programs and projects address the underlying causes of poverty and vulnerability. The position will work closely with the CARE program coordinators, area managers, project managers and local partners.
    Responsibilities

    Participate development and review of program strategies
    Design, monitor and evaluate program strategy frameworks of our long-term programs
    Develop funding proposals that are aligned with the program strategies
    Ensure that all programs and projects have a DME and information management system in place
    Conduct internal reviews of program quality and accountability
    Other responsibilities as assigned

    Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree required with significant relevant experience. Master’s degree preferred
    At least 7 years of experience working in conflict/post-conflict context, with preferred work experience in Somalia
    At least 2 years of experience working in a program management setting
    At least 2 years of experience in working with pastoralist communities in Africa, preferably the Horn of Africa
    Extensive experience in gender analysis and women’s empowerment
    Proven experience in development and recovery programming
    Demonstrated experience in program assessments, problem analysis and, program design
    Team player, with the ability to develop strong collaborative relations across the organization, in both the program and program support departments;
    Proven capacity of managing programs through partnerships
    Demonstrated ability to advise and coach field staff
    Strong gender and conflict analysis skills, with the ability to articulate and design programs using a rights’ based approach
    Proven budgeting and financial management skills
    Preferably the incumbent also has a strong grasp of CAREs Unifying Framework for understanding the underlying causes of poverty and vulnerability
    Ability to develop and articulate program ideas related to Peace-building , governance and civil society
    Ability to work and live under difficult conditions

    There are individuals who may use CARE’s name and trademark in emails and on websites in an attempt to solicit fees from interested job-seekers. Some examples of these fees are placement fees or immigration processing fees. CARE does not use recruiting or placement agencies that charge candidates an up-front fee of any kind. Occasionally, CARE does employ recruiting or placement agencies to help us identify candidates for specific employment within CARE. If you’re contacted by a legitimate recruiting or placement agency, there should be no charge to you. If you suspect that you have been a victim of fraud from someone purporting to be CARE, please contact us at legal@care.org .
    CARE USA is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you’d like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click here .