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Communications Internships Resource Mobilization Internships

Rural Agency for Community Development and Assistance (RACIDA), is seeking a Communications intern to help develop and execute a social media strategy and produce creative assets to tell the inspiring stories of pastoralist communities in Kenya, Ethiopia, and Somalia.
Duration: 3 Months
We are seeking a qualified individual with an interest in community development and communications who can support the mission of RACIDA.
The internship will provide the opportunity to develop and execute media strategies, social media projects, and produce creative assets (such as an animated video) that will raise awareness for and engage people in RACIDA’s efforts in building resilient pastoralist communities.
Responsibilities

Assist in the development and manage the execution of a social media strategy for RACIDA;
Generate content for RACIDA’s various social media pages and website;
Track social media performance across multiple platforms and provide recommendations on how to increase social media engagement;
Build relationships and foster communication online by engaging with supporters and partners via social media;
Conceptualize, edit, animate and/or design creative projects for RACIDA, including but not limited to: an “About RACIDA” video.

Qualifications

Applicants must be currently enrolled in Bachelors or Masters program, or are a recent graduate;
Background in marketing, communication, graphic design, animation, film and video editing or other related discipline;
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of all social media platforms
Excellent video animation and video editing skills, and access to video creation software;
Extensive knowledge and experience working with other common editing tools such as Adobe Photoshop;
Excellent communication skills;
Proven ability to be creative and detail-oriented;
Excellent writing and editing skills;
Self-motivated and energetic;
Extremely organized.

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October 23, 2024
Data Analyst – Education Education Officer School Meals Programme Officer Human Resource Assistant SNE Teacher

Job Description
Lutheran World Federation/Department for World Service Kenya/Djibouti Program is seeking to recruit Kenyan national for the above position, to be based in Dadaab Refugee Camp (Ifo 1, Ifo 2 and Dagahaley).The Education data analyst will be responsible for developing and fostering appropriate skills and social abilities to enable refugee learners achieve optimum development according to age, ability and aptitude. He/she will work hand in hand with the Education coordinator, Education quality assurance and standards officer, Education Officers, other Education staff and other Sector staff to facilitate learning and improve proper curriculum implementation in schools.
Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:-

Responsible for the proper operations, management of the Education department at camp level.
Monitor and support other education staff in implementing LWF project management systems and guidelines to ensure the smooth implementation of approved activities.
Work closely with Education and other sector personnel to ensure quality accounting of materials and assets in the sector.
Collect and analyze numerical data from schools and present in an informative and understandable manner in terms of enrolment, attendance, transition, and retention and dropout rates.
Overall in charge of school supplies (teaching and learning materials which includes: Making requisitions on quarterly basis of the required school materials and equipment, Distribution of the same to all schools in good time for appropriate utilization.
Ensure all beneficiary list are signed by beneficiaries and copies kept both in the schools and Education main office.
Work together with SMP supervisor to ensure SMP weekly and CP reports are up to date and timely and accurately done and sent to WFP through the officer in charge.
Coordinate plans with partners at all levels, particularly, UNHCR, UNICEF, the Ministry of Education, other government and camp authorities active in education in all the camps.
Represent LWF with external stakeholders as requested (inter-agency coordination meetings, working groups) and influence the shape of broader sector strategies.
Actively promoting the rights of persons of concern in all interactions with stakeholders including the government.
Interacting with rights holders and establishing networks with stakeholders to address real needs and promote best practices.
Disseminate information concerning education services available for the refugee communities.
Ensuring that all crossâ€cutting issues (i.e. gender, environment, conflict mitigation, and accountability) and LWF approaches (i.e. rightsâ€based approach, integrated approach, and community empowerment) are mainstreamed into all project activities.
Provide periodic analytical overviews of program progress, highlighting achievements via indicators, strengths, opportunities, weaknesses, challenges/constraints, lessons learnt and way forward.
Actively protect children in every aspect of work and personal life, by preventing harm and reporting child abuse.
Analyze examination to provide value added progress reports for national and internal exams.
Support Area Education officers, head teachers and teachers in maintaining accurate records of all items in the schools and keeping written records up to date in a legible and accurate manner.
Work with Education officers so as to assess curriculum based establishment and advice the education sector appropriately.

Professional Qualification:

At least a degree in education (B.ED) from a recognized university with additional training in educational statistics, candidates with a diploma in statistics may be considered.
Strong analytical, administration and documentation skills in the management of educational data management.
At least 3 years of experience in in a similar capacity
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong reporting skills
Ability to manage a complex and diverse workload and to work within tight schedules.
Ability to contribute to a small, proactive team, motivating staff and working collaboratively with colleagues and providing support and advice as necessary
A full appreciation of the value of co-operation, a team player.

Relevant Experience:

Taking responsibility for personal learning and competence development.
Exhibiting the generic employee skills especially valued by the organization: Dependability and productivity, Communication, Problem solving, Teamwork, Safety and Security, Accountability and Integrity (please find definitions in the Performance Appraisal Template).
Experience gained within an international humanitarian NGO –preferably in Dadaab will be an added advantage
Written and verbal fluency in English.

Personal Attributes:

High level of motivation, integrity, commitment and professional responsibility.
Ability to tolerate cultural, educational and religious diversity in the work place
Excellent communication, time management, organization and presentation skills.
A good team player with high degree of initiative, flexibility and tolerance

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October 23, 2024
Procurement Executive Estimates & Tendering Executive

Our Client, an ICT, Structured Cabling and Telecommunication Company based in Nairobi is hiring a Procurement Executive
Roles

Lead contact person for the procurement department.
Study procurement chart from the project team and source materials from the market.
Identify materials to be purchased from local and international market and carry out comparisons and purchase materials economically combining procurement for various projects but managing within the project timelines.
Negotiate best prices, credit terms and logistics with the supplier.
Budgeting & Costing of Materials – Estimated costs to be signed off & compared with Actual costs.
Co-ordinate with stores department to have updated stock level before placing order.

Job Requirements

Candidates aged between 25 to 40 Years.
Holder of Bachelors or Masters in B. Tech / ICT.
Full knowledge of ICT Products and their dealers/suppliers globally, importation documentation and negotiation of prices with suppliers.
Thorough knowledge to read & extract quantities from Drawings/Layout and Bills of Quantities, should be able to discuss the ICT Products and Design with the Consultants of the project.
Fluent in oral and written English and able to write correspondence in English Independently.
Work experience outside his resident country for a long period especially Arab Continent/Africa and willing to work in Africa on long term period.
PC skills, including a working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Projects, AutoCAD and project related soft wares.
Take full responsibility of work irrespective of timings to meet required deadline.

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October 23, 2024
General Manager Executive Assistant

Ref No 3152
Duma Works is recruiting a General Manager in Nairobi for one our clients in the film industry.
Purpose
To Manage and Control the Company’s operations and to give strategic guidance and direction to the CEO to ensure that the Company achieves its mission and objectives.
Directly Reports To: The CEO
Indirectly Reports To: The Board
General Manager Job Responsibilities

Manage and control the work and resources of the Company and ensure the recruitment and retention of the required numbers and types of well-motivated, trained and developed staff to ensure that it achieves its mission and objectives.
Prepare a corporate plan and annual business plan and monitor progress against these plans to ensure that the Company attains its objectives as cost-effectively and efficiently as possible.
Provide strategic advice and guidance to the Chairman and the members of the Board, to keep them aware of developments within the industry and to ensure that the appropriate policies are developed to meet the Company’s mission and objectives and to comply with all relevant statutory and other regulations.
Establish and maintain effective formal and informal links with major customers, relevant government departments and agencies, local authorities, key decision-makers and other stakeholders generally, to exchange information and views and to ensure that the Company is providing the appropriate range and quality of services.
Develop and maintain research and development programmes to ensure that the Company remains at the forefront in the industry, applies the most cost-effective methods and approaches, provides leading-edge products and services and retains its competitive edge.
Prepare, gain acceptance, and monitor the implementation of the annual budget to ensure that budget targets are met, that revenue flows are maximised and that fixed costs are minimised.
Develop and maintain an effective marketing and public relations strategy to promote the products, services and image of the Company in the wider community.
Represent the Company in negotiations with customers, suppliers, government departments and other key contacts to secure the most effective contract terms for the Company.
Develop and maintain Total Quality Management systems throughout the Company to ensure that the best possible products and services are provided to customers.
Develop, promote and direct the implementation of equal opportunities policies in all aspects of the Company’s work.
Oversee the preparation of the Annual Report and Accounts of the Company and ensure their approval by the Board.

Requirements

Degree in any related field.
MBA would be an added advantage
Post Graduate Diploma in Leadership Management/Strategic Management.
At least 10 years’ senior level experience of management of people and resources and proven record of success in senior level general or commercial management, preferably in a related industry.

Key Performance Indicators
(SMART = Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic and Timebound. For example: To produce x number of y by the end of each month with z mistakes or complaints.)

Staff Productivity
Company Profitability
Staff Turnover rates
Customer Satisfaction
Staff Effectiveness
Management of Company Resources.

Skills/Knowledge

Excellent communication skills
Excellent Leadership skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent Networking skills
Excellent negotiation skills
High emotional intelligence
Excellent Problem Solving skills
Planning and Organization skills
A wide Knowledge of the Industry
Understanding of Financial Management.
Very High Level of Commercial Awareness.
Awareness of the Global Markets and economy
Awareness of Current affairs

Personal Attributes
(3-must, 2-should, 1-preferably)

Self driven – 3
High integrity – 3
Diplomatic – 3
Team leader – 3
Dynamic – 3
Highly productive – 3
Pleasant and friendly – 3
Goal oriented – 3
Ability to network – 3
Decisive – 3
Smart and presentable – 3
Responsible – 3
Consistent – 3
Strict adherence to deadlines – 3
Flexible and resilient – 3
Confidentiality- 3

Special Work Conditions

Regional and Global Exposure

Career Path Progression

Company Directorship

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October 23, 2024
Marketing Executive

Job Summary
The High Commission of India, Nairobi invites applications from eligible candidates for the post of Marketing Executive.
Experience Level: Executive level
Job Description
The post carries a starting pay of US $ 1080 per month, with an annual increment of USD 32.
Eligibility Criteria for Marketing Executive:
Age Between 25-35 years.
Educational Qualifications

Graduates having Master’s/Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Business Management, etc. with a high level of proficiency/skills in computers, fluency in Kiswahili & a good command over English.
Experience 3-4 years of experience in the field of Marketing/Business.
Nationality Applicants should be preferably Kenyan Nationals.

October 23, 2024
Regional Project Manager- Women@Work Campaign

Specification
With long standing experience in development programmes and advocacy, Hivos’ East Africa Regional Hub is looking to fill the position of a Regional Project Manager for the Women@Work Campaign, situated within the Open domain. The Women@Work Campaign anchors Hivos’ substantive work on Corporate Accountability and Productive Labour. Founded in 2012, the Women@Work Campaign aims to contribute to decent work for women who earn their living through global production chains, most notably: flowers, fruits, vegetables and pulses, grown for the export market. The Campaign involves Southern partners spread over Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Ethiopia, Rwanda, Zimbabwe, Zambia and Malawi, enlisting local and international multi-sectoral partnerships. The Campaign has adopted a number of core strategies, including: promoting an effective social certification regime to influence value-chain practices; contributing to law and policy reform; building the capacities of workers and workers’ representatives; and, promoting engendered corporate social responsibility. This is supplemented by a consumer advocacy component in The Hague, The Netherlands, aimed at promoting ethical consumerism and proactive engagement with Northern governments as well as businesses.
Responsible for the implementation of the Women@Work Programme in the 5 programme countries listed above:
Provides technical direction, strategic advice and leadership on policy discussions and implementation in 5 EA Countries, ensuring timely and effective partner contracting, stakeholder management, reporting on results and learning as well as fund management. Coordinates the implementation and coherence of the programme:steering the development and implementation of the partner portfolio in 5 countries;developing advocacy strategies on program priorities: Corporate Social Responsibility, Access to Justice, Living Wage project, Leadership and workplace policies as well as social certification;

Stakeholder management
External representation of the W@W Campaign and overall management of partner relations:

Is the ambassador of the Women@Work Programme;
Promotes Hivos’s agenda in professional forums by sharing and profiling practice-based results and experiences and sets the quality standard either personally or by delegating this to programme staff, and proposes and delivers sustainable solutions.

Responsible for programme management:

Financial management of the Women@Work Hub EA Team Develop programme budgets; oversee funds distribution to projects and support partners and staff in reporting on finances;
Oversee programme development, monitoring and evaluation developing results matrices and tracking and recording results;
Oversee programme reporting to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs with regard to annual planning and budget, annual reporting
Leading the Women@Work team at EA Hub

Leads, motivates, trains, guides and inspires staff and enables effective teamwork, achieves objectives and works according to Hivos’s guiding principles:

Performance Management of W@W Hub EA staff Lead the performance planning, evaluation and appraisal processes as well as personal capacity development;Day to day oversight of Women@Work Campaign activities at Hub EA Lead the development of work-plans; quality assurance of the implementation of projects;
Convene monthly W@W team programme meetings; collect quarterly time writing documents and develop quarterly activity reports;

Monitor performance of team members
Communication
Responsible for the Women@Work communication strategy:

Povide input and strategic guidance in the development of a project communication and media strategy;
Supervise the Roll out of Women@Work Communication and Media Strategy;
Contribute to the development and roll-out of the Media and Communications work-plan; provide Input for media and communication strategy as requested;
Authorize the development and dissemination or publication of Campaign publicity and media information and materials;
Supervise the development of linkages with partners for media work and publicity

Women@Work Campaign Programme Development:

Participate in W@W Annual Planning Meeting and Annual Team Meeting
Explore fundraising strategies / input into proposal development for campaigns initiatives.

Hub EA WE / Open Society Programme Development and Linkages:

Facilitate W@W team to link with Monthly Women Empowerment Team Meeting;
Facilitate W@W input into Quarterly Open Domain Thematic Meetings;
Coordinate the W@w input into the Annual Plan and the End Term Review;
Participate in relevant team meetings / events;
Undertake Joint Programme Development including actualization of the financial resilience action plan: Prepare ToRs for the team; Develop quarterly action plans/priorities; Develop a fundraising budget; an, Define relationship with GO on fundraising.

Facilitate and convene W@W team meetings (both Global and EA):

Participate in Annual Partners Meetings for W@W Campaign;

Requirements

Advanced university degree in Social Sciences or a relevant discipline.
At least 7 years of relevant working experience and good knowledge of labour rights and/or gender protection programming and advocacy.
Ability to lead and inspire multi-regional teams and partners with members drawn from a diverse range of nationalities, cultures and disciplines.
Working experience and good knowledge and understanding of the labour sector in the region; the legal frameworks, substantive social issues in horticulture, corporate accountability, certification processes, and related, trends.
Experience in fund mamangement, fundraising, programme development and high level advocacy.
Ability to work under pressure, often with tight deadlines without compromising the quality of deliverables.
Strong English language skills; both written and spoken.
Willingness to travel from time to time.
High level of personal integrity and accountability.

October 23, 2024
Senior Director, Enterprise Architecture

Job Description
Position location to be determined by home country of successful candidate in a jurisdiction (US state or country) where WVI is registered to operate.
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
The Senior Director of Enterprise Architecture, will report to the Chief Information Officer (CIO) and be responsible for expanding World Vision International’s use of information technology as a strategic enabler of the Partnership’s goals and objectives. The Enterprise Architect (EA) will achieve this by strategically designing, developing, managing and implementing process models for enterprise-level applications, systems and solutions. These models shall be architected at the following layers; conceptual, logical, business area, and application. This leader will be the primary advocate for EA methodologies, processes, and best practices.
Responsible for the leadership of the Enterprise Architecture functions including Strategy and Planning, Oversight, and Enterprise Management. Strategy and Planning includes participation as a member of the senior IT leadership team in the development and delivery of long-term strategic goals for the enterprise architecture’s vision and standards in conjunction with end users, department leaders, clients, and other key stakeholders. The creation of short-term tactical solutions to achieve long-term objectives and an overall technology roadmap utilizing the data architecture, business architecture and technical architecture functions. Become the thought leader in WV on business processes and
effective ways to execute the mission. The Enterprise Architect will drive value creation in the Partnership by leading a fact-based process for innovation , information driven improvements, and business intelligence. Oversight includes ensuring the success of enterprise-level application deployments including Project Management (Horizon), Finance, HRIS, Sponsorship (donations), Enterprise Content Management, and enterprise-wide technical projects utilizing project management methodologies, tools and processes (EPMO). Liase with vendors and service providers, with their appropriate peers and customers, to select the products and solutions that best meet World Vision International goals and
objectives. Enterprise Management includes a working knowledge of industry trends and emerging technologies in anticipation of new business processes, systems and risks. A strong working knowledge of World Vision International’s business and business processes. The ability to interact and communicate with leaders at all levels of the organization. The ability to develop and communicate at the enterprise, country office and local office levels. Ability to work with clients and others on the development of architecture frameworks and models, platforms, designs, strategy, technology selection, and business cases. Continually demonstrate the business value of the enterprise architecture
function, and GICT in general, by being a change leader. Architect and support the implementation of innovative business platforms that support our growth, efficiency, and service delivery. Develop and implement policies and processes that World Vision International requires to operate our systems and business in a fiscally responsible, compliant, and risk mitigating manner. This leader builds and maintains a team of IT professionals who maintain the IT vision, information, and processes of World Vision International in a professional and effective manner in order to drive enterprise level change efficently and effectively.
GICT is composed of functionally aligned teams comprised of analysts, developers, technicians, engineers, architects, managers and leaders who are committed to changing the world for Jesus Christ. Everyone on the team is expected to own the team’s goals and objectives. WVI is going through a tranformation from localized utilization of technology to enterprise-wide systems and solutions that unify the organization across geography and function. The leader of enterprise architecture will be responsible for developing and supporting the staff and resources required to develop and maintain the processes and information that transforms World Vision International in a way that meets our goals, strategies, and mission.
This critical member of the IT Senior Management team will define, prioritize, and lead the daily executions of the architecture, policy, process, EPMO and intelligence (to be defined) teams. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating a team-oriented, problem-solving culture focused on delivering quality solutions that facilitate business success for World Vision. The successful candidate will have the leadership, technical aptitude and management experience necessary to lead a team of professional resources, as well as a demonstrated ability to interact with and influence business leaders. In addition, this role is responsible for the hiring, management, and budgets across their teams.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Client Relationships (Engagement, Communications and Partnering):
Develops a trusted advisor relationship with key clients and instils this competency within the Infrastructure organization.
Effectively communicates and forms partnerships with employees, partners and customers to improve IT operations, support local and global initiatives, and manage exectations therein.
Human Capital Alignment:
Motivates, inspires and empowers peers, employees, partners and customers to drive effective, efficient and agile IT serivces and the business processes enabled by such services.
Establishes recruiting priorities while ensuring current employees are motivated and retained.
Teams with People & Culture (HR) to create the job descriptions, organinisational structure, competency profiles, skill profiles, and compensation plans.
Manages and rewards performance.
Teams with People & Culture to develop the Field Services career map.
Invests in employee training, ramping and certification programs.
Establishes employee communication and motivation programs.
Finance and Operations:
Manages all aspects of budget and expenses.
Responsible for coordinating with Global Centre Finance and GICT on budget and expenses.
Creates the annual business plan and sets quarterly operating targets.
Invests in resources and infrastructure to develop repeatable, high quality business processes.
Develop a professional practice around Enterprise Architecture solutions delivery, one that is seen as best in class and well thought of internally by the users of the service as well as externally. Deliver value by driving change at World Vision International by providing the models, data and process improvements that drive growth, efficiency and innovation.
Commitment to Christian Culture.
Strategy development for delivering value to World Vision via enterprise solutions.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Bachelor of Science / Master of Science in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics or related field required or related professional / leadership experience, Masters Degree Preferred.
Experience in enterprise architecture execution in a globally distributed environment.
Technical skills necessary to create a vision, roadmap and key high level components of a business and technical architecture for World Vision.
Ability to recruit and build strong, customer oriented team members and mentor them to success.
Prior experience leading the change and improvement of a large, multi-national organization. The ability to add value by driving the effective execution of an organization’s mission.
12+ years of multi-national leadership experience.
7+ years experience developing global enterprise architecture solutions.
7+ years of executive level leadership (reporting to a “C” level).

Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Experience:

Bachelors degree in IT, MIS, computer science or related discisplines.
Technical skills in the core functions for IT management: Enterprise architecture principals and related methodologies and processes, project management, IT security, and executive level communication.
Knowledge of systems and processes suitable for remote operations.
4. Use of business process and business intelligence to change and drive an organization.
Business management (including the financial aspects).
Technical systems or services (e.g. consulting).
IT department management across multiple countries with at least 20 staff.
Proven results in driving change in an organization.

October 23, 2024
Manager – Credit & Environmental Social Risk Management

Job description
REF: MCESRM/11/2017 –MANAGER-CREDIT & ENVIRONMENTAL SOCIAL RISK MANAGEMENT
JOB SUMMARY:
The incumbent will be responsible for the independent review and the continual monitoring of the risk management processes used by lines of business across the bank, within specialty lending units, Credit and Environment and Social Risk Management. Duties will include: risk assessments, critical evaluation of the quality of credit/social risk management, constructive challenge of weak or ineffective practices and sharing best practices in order to effect change. The role holder will assist in the development of methodologies/ models/ processes for measurement of Credit/Social Risk, Credit Portfolio Management Tools & Reporting across the Group. He/she will also assist in group wide enhancement and review of all Credit Policies in order to ensure that these reflect the best practice and regulate the risk assets of the group as directed by the Board.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
The role will report to the Chief Risk Officer and will be responsible for:

Maintaining the loan portfolio rating in line with the bank’s Board approved risk appetite
Advising the Credit Department on bank’s selection, underwriting, operations and concentration risks in line with the bank’s risk appetite.
Driving high-level credit capacity building among lenders and management/board-level approvers
Maintaining the bank-wide credit culture at maximum quality levels.
Managing the bank’s Environmental and Social Risk Management aspect
Credit Policy Design & Update
Liaising with Credit team to develop and maintain a comprehensive (Corporate & Business, Personal and Affluent) Credit Risk Policy and Procedures Manual
Updating Credit Policy additions by the Credit Risk Management Committees of the Management and Board
Performing Credit Risk Stress Testing and researching and offering recommendations to the bank.
Credit Policy Acculturation
Bank-wide Acculturation on Credit Policy at all levels
Identifying culture gaps for input into acculturation initiatives in liaison with Credit department.
Utilization and maintenance of a Credit Policy Web Portal and such other initiatives to ensure ready access to the bank’s Credit Policy and other related information.
Bank-Wide-Credit Skills Developmen
Constantly liaising with other business units and Credit Assessment Unit to identify Credit Risk knowledge gaps.
Liaising with Credit team to institutionalize a credit school at Basic, Intermediate and advance level.
Liaising with credit team to design Induction-level, Intermediate level, Senior and Board-level Training Programs to ensure the optimization of bank-wide Credit Skills across all loan-interfacing executives
Credit Research
Evaluation and rating of the bank’s target industries towards recommending to the Credit Risk Management Committee of the management and board, their continued maintenance within its target market.
Evaluation of new industries towards same objective.
Providing Committee-approved Industries and ratings results to the Credit Assessment Unit for inclusion in their Non-Financial risk assessment and rating.
Providing Committee-approved Industries to the Credit Policy Unit for inclusion in the Credit Policy
Validation of Industry analysis which have already been effected by external ratings firm.
Industry analysis which is to be reviewed at least bi-annually.
Back-testing of previous years’ industry ratings against loan quality.
Annual Validation of Industry ratings Model
Environment And Social Risk Management
Understanding and analyzing Environment &Social risks inherent in credit applications for a range of industry sectors in relation to transactions and the wider business and commercial context.
Assessing legal, operational, credit and reputational risks associated with high and medium risk projects and advise senior managers accordingly.
Delivering solutions to mitigate risks for the institution and their clients.
Ensuring that relevant due-diligence with deal teams and clients is undertaken including selecting and managing technical consultants
Ensuring that corrective action identified is prioritized and implemented
Delivering training courses to increase awareness and best practice regarding ESMS issues.
Take an active part in the institution’s input into relevant working groups etc in relation to Equator Principles and associated initiatives
Planning for the implementation of Environmental Social Risk Management System (ESMS)

QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES

Masters of Business Administration degree in Finance or a related field will be an added advantage; and
Bachelor’s degree in Actuarial Science, Finance, Statistics or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
CPA (K), ACCA, CIA, or Financial Risk certification; and
Member of Institute of Certified Public Accountants (ICPAK).
Training in Credit Risk Management from a reputable institution
Training in Corporate and Retail (Personal/Business/Affluent) Credit Course from a reputable institution.
Must have a minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Relationship Manager
At least 5 year’s relevant experience in Banking and Financial Risk
Able to perform credit risk modelling and strong credit risk monitoring.
Ability to write complex letters, comprehensive reports and to perform complex calculations.
Good planning and organizational skills;
Excellent analytical Skills
Excellent communication and presentation skills;
Excellent Interpersonal, people management skills with attention to detail
Good understanding of Banking internal policies and procedures as well as external regulations.
Good Knowledge of Basel II and CBK Prudential guidelines, Risk Management Guidelines and Risk- based-Supervision (RBS)

October 23, 2024
Technical Advisor-DRR/EW and Livelihood

Department: Technical Unit
Direct Hierarchy: Consortium Coordinator
Contract duration: One Year
Location: Nairobi (60%), Somalia (40%)
Starting Date: December 2017
Background
ACTED and Adeso established the STREAM Consortium in 2013 to go beyond short-term crisis response and focus on building community capacity and strengthening household livelihoods to withstand shocks through social protection. The consortium has received funding from donors in the last two years and is starting a 3 year large scale project in Lower Juba.
Overview
The STREAM consortium seeks to improve management of cyclic shocks, through community managed disaster risk reduction and use of early warning information for timely response in Lower Juba-South Central Somalia as funded by the EU. The technical advisor will contribute to the planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting of the DRR, EW and livelihood component of the STREAM Consortium while ensuring that project objectives are met in a timely, accountable and quality manner.
Responsibilities
On Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR)

Be the technical focal point for DRR;
Provide technical assistance, strategic leadership and direction to the Consortium partners to design, implement and evaluate programmes around Disaster Risk Reduction in their areas of intervention in line with approved policies and international best practices aimed at ensuring effective and efficient use of resources
Co-ordinate with the consortium partners to deliver the implementation of Community Managed Disaster Risk Reduction (CMDRR) activities;
Contribute to the strengthening of knowledge management in DRM by: attending partnership meetings; providing technical advice on project issues; monitoring the achievement of project milestones
Support the community mobilization for Community Based Disaster Management;
Support the communities to create linkages for the implementation of their Community Disaster Management Plans (CDMPs);
Develop, maintain and improve work coordination with the consortium partners to ensure successful implementation of project activities;
Provide capacity building and Training for DRR

On Early Warning (EW)

Be the technical focal point for EW;
Provide technical assistance to the Consortium partners for the implementation of EW activities in their areas of intervention;
In coordination with the regional and federal government of Somalia guide and assist on the implementation of EW activities;
Develop a strong expertise of the risks and potential emergency situation in the Lower Juba region.
Provide capacity building, training and guidance on development of early warning systems to community level
Ensure the preparation of contingency planning based on the early warning information or the DRM plan.
Assist in developing policies and programs that improve and enhance the collection and analysis of early warning data, and the development of response recommendations.

On Livelihood

Provide overall support, coordination and management of the livelihood component of the project.

Crosscutting

Liaise with other NGOS, Consortia, relevant Government agencies to ensure good coordination, avoid duplication, share lessons and good practices for maximizing impact
Review and consolidate project reports.
Produce capitalization, good practices and lessons learnt reports;
Represent the consortium in the different working groups on DRR, EW and Livelihood;
Any other task assigned by the supervisor

Others
Participate in all other project activities as a Technical Advisor Early Warning/CMDRR portfolio evolves.
Requested profile

Masters/Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Development studies, Social science or other relevant discipline
At least relevant experience of 5 years
Specific sector experience in DRR / EW
Very good understanding of social protection and livelihoods
Experience in communication with external actors, partners and donors
Excellent writing and verbal communication skills
Experience in assessment and monitoring
Good inter-personal skills, commitment and motivation
Fluency in written and spoken English
Fluency in written and spoken Somali is an asset

October 23, 2024
Assistant Program Manager Database Administrator Finance Coordinator HR Assistant Program Manager

Reporting: Program Director-BMIA Project
Relationships And Contacts:

Dean and members of Management Committee.
Faculty members.
Collaborative partners, partner business schools in Kenya and globally.
Interdepartmental relationships with colleagues across the Business School.

Job Purpose
The Bloomberg Africa Media Initiative is a multi-disciplinary program launched by Michael R. Bloomberg in 2014 to advance business journalism in Africa in order to accelerate development of a globally competitive media and financial reporting industry to improve market transparency, economic growth and governance.
The initiative provides cross-disciplinary educational programs and mid-career fellowships to increase the number of highly trained business and financial journalists, and convenes media, business and technology leaders to promote interactive dialogue and build strong relationships to enhance the quality of financial coverage.
The Strathmore Business School, Center for Business Journalism is serving as the Secretariat responsible for the implementation of the training program in five African countries (Ghana, Zambia, Sierra Leone, Tanzania and Cote D’ivoire).
Job Responsibilities

Establish clear ownership for project tasks, ensure that team members have the tools needed, and provide timely feedback.
Coordinate and facilitate delivery of project objectives.
Track progress and review project tasks to make certain deadlines are met appropriately.
Assess project issues and identify solutions to meet productivity, quality and customer goals.
Proactively communicate project status, issues & risks to management.
Define & maintain all implementation processes, manage implementation lifecycle; coordinate documentation when needed.
Follow SBS policies, procedures and methodologies
Conduct regular status meetings with all stakeholders, keeping the stakeholder’s needs and requirements continuously in view. Work collaboratively with faculty and support staff to maintain thorough knowledge of product capabilities, and to ensure that all communications between SBS and its stakeholders are precise.
Troubleshoot technical issues when the need arises, and escalating appropriately as needed.
Other duties may be assigned. The job description is a guide to the level and range of responsibilities the post-holder is expected to undertake initially and duties of that post may be altered from time to time to meet changing demands

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree Holder
Masters will be an added advantage
Experience in managing Executive Education programs is desired
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of
constituencies in a diverse community
Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
Program planning and implementation skills.
Effective communication Skills

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October 23, 2024