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  • Communication Internship

    Communication Internship

    Grade: Post Type: National (Fixed Term Of 3 MonthsChild Safeguarding:Level 3 – the responsibilities of the post may require the post holder to have regular contact with or access to children or young people.
    Role Purpose 
    The communications intern will assist the Communications Manager (and the Campaigns Team). Save the Children believes it is most effective when it is in communication and relationship with its various audiences – in written communications, in social media…in all areas.
    The person will assist in these areas.
    Ideal candidates will be energetic, inventive, hardworking, social media and web-savvy, and brimming with ideas about creative ways to engage audiences in the organization’s mission.
    While assisting with a wide range of projects, the person will gain hands-on experience and training in many aspects of marketing and development, while also gaining a good understanding of a global organization. 
    Scope Of RoleReports to: Communications Manager. 
    Dimensions: Save the Children has been operational in Kenya since the 1950s, providing support to children through developmental and humanitarian relief programmes delivered both directly and through local partners. Current programming focuses on child protection, child rights governance, education, health, HIV/AIDS, livelihoods, nutrition and WASH.
    We are now recruiting the key role of Communications Intern, to support the launch and execution of this campaign for a period of three months.Staff directly reporting to this post: NA
    Key Areas Of Accountability
    Support Communications Manager to develop and implement the annual communications plan to ensure excellent communication internally to internal staff, externally to supporters, stakeholders, and the general public.
    Research, write, edit, update and proof read a range of materials for both internal and external audiences to ensure consistency and compliance with branding, values, key messages and style guidelines.
    Liaise with external suppliers, distribute briefs and obtain quotes for specific pieces of work, ensuring that best value is achieved for the work. To monitor and review agreements with suppliers accordingly.
    Produce and distribute high quality internal and external online and print communique, including email.
    Provide administrative support to the communications function, including arranging meetings; logging media coverage and maintaining press clippings files; and updating forward planning schedules.
    Act as the first point of enquiry for information, communications and branding queries internally and externally, including supplying logos and brand guidelines and providing advice to colleagues and stakeholder’s on communications and branding issues as appropriate.
    Support the Communications Manager to organise external launches and events, and internal programme meetings and events.
    Be the Digital lead; updating and editing the website and provide social media cover as needed.
    Act as the Quality custodian for all communications works emanating from the
    Assisting staff with tracking, formatting and archiving reviews and other media.
    Maintaining and updating Save the Children Kenya’s Social Media sites in liaison with the Campaigns Intern.
    Assisting in the production of advertisements, press releases, and promotional materials.
    Assisting with mailings to media, consumers, and other contacts.
    Deliverables
    Communications:
    Manage the media tracking component of the Campaign.
    Initiates and contributes to the design, implementation and oversight of communications strategies for the campaign and program/portfolio teams.
    Serves as a partner with other communications leaders in executing on theme-specific and organization-wide strategic communications objectives.
    Provides communications input to program/portfolio teams.
    Extensively uses social media and traditional media relations to promote the work and expand the reach of the campaign and Save the Children Kenya’s program work.
    Demonstrates an understanding of the changing landscape of public interest communications and a willingness to experiment with new channels to reach new audiences.
    Prepares monthly summary of communications activities and achievements.
    Learning, Dissemination, Audience Identification and Development
    Implements and manages Save the Children’s communications model that fosters impact.
    Collaborates with Manager to develop plans to disseminate research products that demonstrate organization-wide impact, including content to be featured on website.
    Organization and Field Contributions
    Provides communications support to members of senior management in preparation for public appearances; prepares support materials for meetings and media outreach opportunities.
    Participates in conferences, seminars and other professional development activities to maintain and enhance professional status.
    Competencies
    Leading
    Delivering Results: Takes personal responsibility and holds others to account to deliver our ambitious goals for children, continually improving own performance or that of the team/organisation.
    Developing Self and Others: Invests time and energy to actively develop self and others to help realise their full potential, and to build the organisation’s capability for the future.
    Leading and Inspiring Others: Demonstrates leadership in all our work, role models our values and articulates a compelling vision to inspire others to achieve goals for our children.
    Thinking
    Problem Solving and Decision Making: Takes effective, considered and timely decisions by gathering and evaluating relevant information from within or outside the organisation and making appropriate judgements.
    Applying Technical Expertise: Applies the required technical and professional expertise to the highest standards, promotes and shares best practices within and outside the organisation.
    Innovating and Adapting: Develops and implements innovative solutions to adapt and succeed in an ever – changing, uncertain work and global environment.
    Engaging
    Working Effectively with others: Works collaboratively to achieve shared goals and thrives on diversity of people and perspectives.
    Knows when to lead and when to follow and how to ensure effective cross- boundary working.
    Communicating with Impact: Communicates clearly and confidently with others to engage and Influence, Promotes dialogue and ensures timely and appropriate messages, building confidence and trust with others.
    Networking: Builds and uses sustainable relationships and networks to support the work of Save the Children.
    Qualifications & Experience
    Bachelor’s degree in any field.
    Experience in communications will be considered an advantage.
    Excellent social media and online strategist.
    Events planning, organization and implementation.
    Strong working computer skills – Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
    Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including influencing and negotiation.
    Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures
    Strong results orientation, with the ability to challenge existing mindsets
    Experience of solving complex issues through analysis, definition of a clear way forward and ensuring buy in
    Ability to present complex information in a succinct and compelling manner
    An eloquent and bold public speaker and writer with mastery of verbal and written English and Swahili.
    Commitment to Save the Children values.

  • Programme Funding Manager

    Programme Funding Manager

    Responsible to: East Africa Regional Manager
    Location: Nairobi
    Purpose of role:
    1) To build up Sense International’s in-country funding income primarily through developing strategic funding partnerships with, and making in-country applications to, statutory donors, , foundations and global funds whilst also supporting fundraising applications made in the UK.
    2) To manage all regional grants and support country specific grant management where required. 
    Contract type: 3 year fixed term contract, with the potential to transition into a permanent contract.
    Responsibilities
    Planning and scoping 
    Maintain a thorough knowledge of the current funding and fundraising developments, trends and culture within East Africa.
    Contribute to the finalisation of the SI East Africa fundraising strategy and conduct an annual review of the strategy
    Contribute to the finalisation of a 3 year fundraising plan to support the SI East Africa fundraising strategy and update the plan on a quarterly basis. This will identify key areas of opportunity for generating income and activity plans for maximising income from these opportunities and will include a resource plan and budget.
    Continually conduct scoping of new funding opportunities from statutory funders and foundations and input new opportunities into a live funding sources database.
    Initially this role will have regional responsibility. As part of developing the 3 year fundraising plan the post holder will be responsible for identifying capacity needs across the region and helping to recruit and mentor new fundraising staff. Sense International’s long term goal is to establish fundraising capacity in each of the EA countries where we operate, at that stage this role would become focused on Kenya.
    Delivering against income targets
    Deliver on targets for fundraising from statutory donors and foundations at country and regional level working within agreed expenditure budgets.
    Seek, anticipate, plan and respond to funding opportunities from institutional donors and foundations.
    Oversee and coordinate the development of concept notes, expressions of interest and proposals including written applications, project Logframes, budgets and supporting documents (in close collaboration with Country Teams, East Africa Regional Manager and relevant UK based staff, ensuring that proposals are compliant with donor requirements and are highly competitive).
    Strong focus on medium to large-scale funding opportunities (over £300k), including the identification and realization of consortium funding opportunities.
    Ensure that the fundraising activities undertaken are effective and efficient and that their financial contribution is maximized, aiming to obtain full cost recovery in all proposals.
    Grant management and reporting
    Manage all regional grants and support country teams with the management of country specific grants. Ensure the terms and conditions of all in-country funded grants are complied with.
    Lead on the process of revising and reallocating in-country funded project budgets as needed ensuring all internal stakeholders are involved as required and support the SI UK Programme Funding manager with the same process for UK funded grants.
    Review financial reports prepared by the Finance and Admin Officer
    Manage and develop relationships with grant account managers for all in-country funded grants.
    Coordinate the development and submission of funding reports to donors ensuring compliance with all reporting requirements and deadlines, with the most accurate information
    Keep track of donor portfolios (e.g. management systems for communications, reporting etc.)
    Raising Sense International’s profile and build funding partnerships
    Ensure that Sense International’s programmes in the region have a high profile among donor communities and development networks.
    Develop relationships with potential consortia, corporate and major donor partners, in support of joint-programming opportunities at the national,regionaland international levels.
    Establish, maintain and develop relationships with key personnel within existing donor organisations.
    Research, collect donor intelligence and develop relationships with prospective funders with the view of achieving fruitful long-term relationships.
    Assist the Country Representative with developing relationships with High-Net-Worth individuals.
    Networking internally and externally
    Ensure that an accurate and timely overview of the region’s fundraising efforts and achievement is shared with the Sense International UK office, Uganda office and Tanzania office through regular (quarterly) reporting and analysis of fundraising activity and results including income and expenditure updates and forecasts.
    Update the Fundraising Against Targets (FATs) spreadsheet on a monthly basis and share with the SI UK team.
    Work with the Sense International UK based fundraising department to strengthen and sustain partnerships with restricted income donors that are based outside of the East Africa regionbut which have an interest in directly supporting Sense International’s work.
    Facilitate sharing of information among country teams to ensure maximum appropriate involvement around specific donor opportunities and proposal development processes.
    Plan and prepare annual budgets in conjunction with the country teams, East Africa Regional Manager and SI UK team, monitor performance and take remedial action where necessary ensuring the achievement of net income targets.
    Support fundraising activities in the UK by liaising with local donor offices and contributing to the writing of drafts for statutory fundraising applications.
    Contribute to the development of a comprehensive portfolio of project information, for SI East Africa, in consultation with the relevant colleagues which can be used to develop funding proposals.
    Build confidence and excitement in Sense International’s work and vision both internally and externally.
    Other
    To be self-administrating.
    Any other tasks relevant to the duties of the post, including support to colleagues in the team
    To ensure fundraising activities comply with current law, Sense International’s ethical policy and Sense International’s In-country Fundraising Protocol.
    To undertake such other tasks as may be required by and agreed with the East Africa Regional Manager.
    Some travel within East Africa as required.
    Key Performance Indicators
    Income against targets
    Year on year growth in income – Year on year growth in the percentage of overheads covered by in-country income.
    Diversification of donor base
    The number of institutional donors, trusts and foundations (directly or via NGO partners) supporting Sense International’s work in the region increases.
    Grant management
    Level of compliance with grant terms and conditions.
    Level of adherence to donor reporting schedules with high-quality reports.
    Level of adherence to internal reporting schedules.
    Person Specification: Skills / Experience Required
    Experience in leading proposal development and securing major funding from statutory donors such as EU, USAID, DFID, UN or other institutional funders, including developing multi-country, regional and/or consortia programmes as well as managing grants and ensuring compliance to grant terms and conditions
    Programme management experience including leading on complex budget reallocations
    Proven ability to develop multi-year fundraising strategies incorporating and prioritising multiple types of fundraising
    Proven ability to network and develop opportunities for long term funding partnerships
    Excellent interpersonal skills, including written, verbal and presentation skills used in international settings (with appropriate technological support as required)
    A thorough knowledge of how statutory funding operates in East Africa
    Proven ability to develop project Logframes and complex multi-year/multi-country project budgets
    Experience of financial planning and control, setting and exceeding targets with a proven ability to undertake systematic forecasting.
    Ability to research new funding opportunities and making appropriate bid/no-bid decisions
    Experience of preparing compelling, high quality proposals tailored to different audiences (statutory, major donors, foundations)
    Understanding of the key elements of collating and recording a national portfolio of project information in an efficient and accessible format
    Educated to degree level
    An understanding of the current issues in the disability sector
    Sensitivity to, and willingness to develop an understanding of, deafblind issues
    Experience of working with colleagues from different cultures and with teams based overseas
    Computer literacy with a good knowledge of MS Word and MS Excel
    Strong administrative and organizational skills
    Close attention to detail at all times, including when under pressure.
    [Applicants must already have the right to live and work in Kenya]

  • Legal & Advocacy Officer

    Legal & Advocacy Officer

    Department: Advocacy – Programs
    Term: Full-Time 2-year renewable contract
    Position Description: Heshima Kenya is an NGO based in Nairobi, Kenya dedicated to identifying, protecting and empowering unaccompanied refugee minors, especially adolescent girls, through our specialized shelter, education and advocacy programs.
    The legal advocacy officer will manage legal advocacy services, in line with Heshima Kenya, International, Regional and National refugee legal instruments (laws, policies and procedures).
    Along with working with Government of Kenya Agencies, and National and International multi-agencies involved in protection of refugee rights, the post holder will support staff in service delivery and safety planning regarding the urban refugee population.
    The Legal Advocacy Officer also assists in the development of a best practices framework for refugee protection, research projects, and policy positions that further illuminate the needs and challenges experienced by urban unaccompanied refugee minors and young refugee women.
    The Advocacy Officer reports directly to the Senior Programs Manager.
    Primary Responsibilities:
    Assist refugees with legal advice, and where necessary refer them to other partners for legal support and representation.
    Conducts Refugee Rights/Obligations Awareness Campaigns and facilitates Human Rights Education within the broader community.
    Conducts monthly and quarterly Rights Awareness Outreach/Workshops/meetings with refugee communities and other stakeholders including Government departments.
    To advocate for refugee rights, both verbally and in writing, in a range of settings including in civil and criminal proceedings and with criminal justice professionals and systems.
    To recognize, respect and address the needs of refugees who face particular barriers when accessing the advocacy services, including those from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds, LGBTQ communities, disabled people, women with complex needs and other hard to reach groups.
    Responsible for providing legal advice pertaining to asylum procedure and protection of refugees; assisting asylum seekers and refugees to exercise basic human rights and access public services and opportunities; promoting asylum seekers’ and refugees’ rights to fair procedure in terms of refugee law.
    Identifying gaps in the refugee and child protection space and unfavorable policies and practices, and thereafter advocating for a positive shift in refugee policies.
    Lobby and advocate for a more conducive Protection space, targeting key institutions such as health institutions/facilities, educational institutions and social service agencies for asylum seekers and refugees to access to the rights enshrined in the Constitution and the Refugee Act.
    Analyze government shifts and trends on immigration policies. Assess incoming political intelligence for relevance to and impact on asylum and protection space in Kenya. Analyze and revise organization’s working environment and policy framework in relation to refugee rights.
    Lead the development of new print and communication materials for the organization’s Refugee Rights & Advocacy Programme;
    Design and implement field research for advocacy purposes and write reports;
    Collect data, statistics and all other relevant information for reporting and public awareness purposes;
    Write monthly, quarterly, mid-year and yearly reports of programme activities;
    Draft professional letters, proposals, submissions and memorandums;
    Produce monthly content for publication for Heshima Kenya newsletter(s) and the website and for posting in websites of URPN and UNHCR.
    Person Specification Qualifications:
    Hold a first degree in Law or in Human Rights field- Master degree in law would be an added advantage.
    At least 5 years relevant practical experience in providing legal assistance especially to refugees and asylum seekers;
    Possess in-depth knowledge of the Kenya Constitution, Kenyan Refugee Law, Policies & legislation, International Refugee Law and Conventions, and the asylum seeking process.
    Be conversant with the legal context of the urban refugees.
    Excellent communications skills – spoken and written.
    Superior judgment in identifying and responding to contentious issues and well developed analytical, problem solving and legal drafting skills.
    Demonstrated ability to conduct thorough research into complex and varied legal and policy issues, write reports and submissions.
    Ability to develop policy and legal documents.
    Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and set and meet deadlines.
    Computer literacy (proficiency in MS Word, e-mail, PowerPoint – ability to draft or edit PowerPoint presentations).
    Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
    Team leadership skills and results oriented; honest, trustworthy and respectful; easily delegable and capable of delivering high quality and timely results with limited supervision; self confident and a self-starter; ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.

  • Human Resource / Admin Assistant – Kenya Nationals Only Logistics Officer Logistics Assistant ICT Assistant

    Human Resource / Admin Assistant – Kenya Nationals Only Logistics Officer Logistics Assistant ICT Assistant

    NRC is seeking to recruit HR/Admin Assistant. The HR/Admin Assistant will assist with the administration of the day-to-day operations of the human resources (HR) and Admin functions of the NRC Dadaab Area office.
    The HR/Admin Assistant will directly report to HR/Administration Officer.Job description
    Comply with with NRC’s HR policies and procedures
    Assist in the implementation of the organization policies and procedures
    Provide support in recruitment processes, including advertisements, filling applications, inviting candidates, organizing interview venues etc.
    Update staff records and files, including contracts, leave, medical, appraisals, etc.
    Generate monthly records and reports such as staff lists, leave and other HR statistics
    Process and follow up claims for medical cover and insurance
    Prepare staff contributions to relevant statutory bodies (social security, pensions etc.)
    Assist in preparing the national staff payroll
    Assist in training and capacity building arrangements
    In liaison with the Administration Officer develop appropriate policies and procedures for hospitality in NRC Hagadera
    Prepare the catering, accommodation and housekeeping budgets for review with the Administration Officer
    Maintain catering, accommodation and housekeeping stock inventories
    Ensure cleanliness, décor and design of kitchen and accommodation units
    Monitor laundry cleaning and ensure laundry procedures, processes and standards are maintained
    Prepare section reports and maintain a proper filing system including stock and material requisitions and usage records
    Ensure proper maintenance, safekeeping and timely replacement of catering, accommodation and housekeeping equipment, working tools and assets
    Coordinate garbage collection and disposal.
    Assign, train, supervise and appraise the work of cooks and cleaners
    Any other assignment as may be required by the line Manager.
    Qualifications
    National Diploma in Human Resources Management/ Diploma in Business Administration or any related field
    Two years working experience in HR/Admin department
    Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
    Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
    Knowledge about own skills/profile
    Some knowledge of English
    Education field: Administration / Organisation / Management
    Education level: Academy college / University Personal qualities
    Good communication and interpersonal skills
    Understanding of the statutory laws
    Wide knowledge of the NGO operations and the dynamics of the humanitarian sector
    Excellent self and office organization
    A strong administrative service attitude orientation
    Excellent individual conflict resolution and problem solving skills
    Good cultural awareness and sensitivity
    Highly approachable, trustworthy and confidential
    Good computer application skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, database and network communications.
    We Offer
    Duty station: Dadaab  
    Contract period is up to December 2016.
    Salary / benefits: According to NRC’s general directions, The candidate will observe NRC’s code of conduct and working hours for the NRC Office in Dadaab.
    Search Criteria:
    Location: Kenya
    Industry: Emergency Relief
    Special field: Administration / Office work HR
    Role: Assistant
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  • Tutorial Fellow Technologist Technologist – Animal Health Laboratory Technician – Soil and Plant Analysis Field Technician – Soil and Plant Analysis

    Tutorial Fellow Technologist Technologist – Animal Health Laboratory Technician – Soil and Plant Analysis Field Technician – Soil and Plant Analysis

    Qualifications for Tutorial Fellow Job
    Must have:
    Master’s degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, Electronic and Print Media, Communication Studies or related field from a recognized University.
    Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication, Journalism, Electronic and Print Media, Communication Studies or related field from a recognized University.
    Be registered or registerable for a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Communication and Media Studies, or relevant field.
    At least three (3) years teaching experience at University level or in research or in industry.
    Be registered or registerable with the relevant professional body (where applicable)
    Terms Of Service
    The terms for the above positions include a generous medical scheme, house allowance and commuting allowance.
    For teaching positions above Tutorial Fellow, employment will be on permanent and pensionable terms.
    Tutorial Fellows are employed on one (1) year renewable contract, to the maximum of three (3) years.
    The applicants should provide full details of educational and professional qualification, work experience, present post and salary, applicant’s telephone number and e-mail address.
    Copies of certificates and testimonials should also be enclosed giving the names and addresses of three (3) referees who are conversant with the applicant’s competence in area of specialization.
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  • Customer Experience Executive

    Customer Experience Executive

    Brief Description Reporting to the Team Leader-Call Centre Operations -the holder of the position will provide great Customer experience (by showing empathy, creating rapport and building trust) through contact with Safaricom Customers by answering incoming calls/SMS to: answer inquiries and questions,handle complaints, troubleshoot problems and provide information, solutions and advice. Detailed Description Core Responsibilities:
    Handle customer inquiries via telephone and/or SMS.
    Manage and resolve customer complaints.
    Provide customers with product and service information by clearly explaining procedures; answering questions; providing information.
    Identify and escalate priority issues and where necessary, follow up customer concerns.
    Document all customer interaction information according to standard operating procedures.
    Maintains and improves quality results by adhering to standards and guidelines and recommending improved procedures.
    Essential Responsibilities:
    Updates self on job knowledge by studying and understanding new product descriptions and/or new service processes.
    Recommend process improvements for process excellence.
    Recognize,document and alert the Team Leader of trends in customer calls.
    Maintains communication equipment in working order, reporting problems promptly.
    Job Requirements
    Qualification Criteria:
    Degree OR Diploma in any business related field.
    English and Kiswahili proficiency both spoken and written
    Great service attitude towards customer satisfaction
    Demonstrate ability to handle pressure and perform duties well to completion
    Demonstrate ability to be a team player, working to achieve own and team targets
    Previous work experience is not essential
    Additional Details
    Safaricom is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified Kenyan applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion,gender, tribal origin, disability or age. As much as we welcome all applications,we will go an extra step to create a team that is representative of Kenya’s rich and diverse cultures.

  • Communications (Social media campaigns)

    Communications (Social media campaigns)

    Job Description

    BackgroundUN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.The Policy Division develops and implements the UN Women programme of work on analysis, research and knowledge management that provides the evidence base for the advice and guidance UN Women provides to the intergovernmental process, the UN system, and to UN Women staff working at country and regional level. It undertakes issues-based research; analyzes data on country, regional or global trends; builds a knowledge base on policy commitments and their implementation; proposes evidence-based options for global policy, norms and standards and for UN Women’s flagship programmes; and contributes substantive inputs to policy advocacy and technical cooperation programmes.The Economic Empowerment Section, through its EU-funded WE EMPOWER programme within the Policy Division, manages its main website, www.EmpowerWomen.org and associated social media platforms, namely Twitter and Facebook.EmpowerWomen.org, the global movement for women’s economic empowerment, engages since 2013 gender equality advocates and empowers women to achieve their full economic potential in more than 190 countries. Empower Women equips over a million women and men with resources, opportunities and a global platform to become change-makers and leaders in their communities.In 2019, UN Women will roll out two campaigns aimed at promoting gender equality and women’s economic empowerment in the future of work. Reporting to the Policy Adviser for WEE and WEPs, and under direct supervision of Communication and Visibility Analyst, the Social Media Campaigns Consultant will work closely with the Communication and Visibility Analyst to post all web and campaign content on the Empower Women social media channels.Duties and ResponsibilitiesSummary Of Key Functions

    Provide support to Empower Women social media and communication work.

    Provide support to Empower Women social media and communication work:

    Schedule various daily posts on Empower Women social media platforms (Twitter and Facebook);
    Gather intelligence on online user behavior and suggest solutions on to engage them better on EmpowerWomen.org and social media channels;
    Manage the Empower Women contact databases for outreach and communication;
    Support the planning and delivery of digital and social media campaigns to attract the attention of policy makers, private sector, bloggers, academia, donors, practitioners, politicians, and volunteers;
    Scan and monitor digital and social media sites, identify opportunities for the WE EMPOWER and WEPs community on digital platforms of other organizations;
    Coordinate inputs to newsletters and informational notes targeting current and potential users of the Empower Women and WeLearn representing all the programmes, projects and initiatives featured on the platform;
    Monitor communications traffic statistics using applications, such as Google Analytics and Constant Contact, for monitoring and evaluation activities for the section’s programmes.

    Impact Of Results

    The key results have a major impact on the overall effectiveness of UN Women’s work on economic empowerment, leading to enhanced impact of the Organization on gender issues and the achievement of equality between women and men.

    CompetenciesIntegrityCore values and Guiding principles:

    Demonstrate consistency in upholding and promoting the values of UN Women in actions and decisions, in line with the UN Code of Conduct.

    Professionalism

    Demonstrate professional competence and expert knowledge of the pertinent substantive areas of work.

    Cultural Sensitivity And Valuing Diversity

    Demonstrate an appreciation of the multicultural nature of the organization and the diversity of its staff;
    Demonstrate an international outlook, appreciating difference in values and learning from cultural diversity.

    Ethics And ValuesCore Competencies:

    Demonstrate and safeguard ethics and integrity.

    Organizational Awareness

    Demonstrate corporate knowledge and sound judgment.

    Development And Innovation

    Take charge of self-development and take initiative.

    Work In Teams

    Demonstrate ability to work in a multicultural, multiethnic environment and to maintain effective working relations with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.

    Communicating And Information Sharing

    Facilitate and encourage open communication and strive for effective communication.

    Self-management And Emotional Intelligence

    Stay composed and positive even in difficult moments, handle tense situations with diplomacy and tact, and have a consistent behavior towards others.

    Conflict Management

    Surface conflicts and address them proactively acknowledging different feelings and views and directing energy towards a mutually acceptable solution.

    Continuous Learning And Knowledge Sharing

    Encourage learning and sharing of knowledge.

    Appropriate And Transparent Decision Making

    Demonstrate informed and transparent decision making.

    Functional Competences

    Excellent skills in managing cutting-edge content management systems and strategies;
    In-depth understanding of social media platforms, tools and strategies, including for driving traffic to web portals;
    Experience advocating for gender equality and women’s empowerment;
    Ability to organize and complete multiple tasks by establishing priorities;
    Capable of handling large volumes of work under time constraints;

    Establishes, builds and sustains effective relationships with clients, demonstrating understanding of client’s perspective; anticipates client needs and addresses them promptly.

    EducationRequired Skills and Experience

    Master’s degree (or equivalent) in communications, information technology, social sciences or related fields.

    Experience

    Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in the field of communication and electronic knowledge management initiatives;
    Experience in working in a multicultural and web-based environment.

    Languages

    Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of another UN official language is an asset.

  • Programs Coordinator

    Programs Coordinator

    Work Station: Nairobi County with support supervision for Narok, Homabay and Kilifi counties
    Job Purpose: Implementation of Reproductive Health Education Project. Alongside supporting the implementation of the project, the coordinator will assist in conception of the project’s delivery model and perform other related administrative duties, develop key tools, and techniques as essential for the project’s  implementation.
    Contract period: 3 years- renewable annually subject to performance and funding
    The Job Summary: KAYSRHR Networking is seeking for a Programs Coordinator in the field of Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights with a bias on Reproductive Health Education.

    The Coordinator will work closely with the host of the Network, Organization of Africa Youth (OAY).
    The project entails County level advocacy for Reproductive Health Education with some components at the National level.
    The Coordinator is also expected to resource mobilize further for the network and increase its strategic positioning.

    Duties and Responsibilities

    Develop comprehensive operational plans for the project
    Network with other project partners to create synergies in the counties of operation
    Support county Focal Persons in implementation.
    Develop a clear working mechanisms for influencers especially County First ladies and Women Representatives in the counties of operation
    Develop and implement capacity building plans for the project advocates
    Provide mentorship to KAYSRHR Network members and key county stakeholders.
    Produce and disseminate project learning documents/success stories
    Ensure effective project resources (both financial and materials) utilization

    Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

    A minimum of University Degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, Development Studies, or a related field
    Experience in SRHR and Reproductive Health Education, especially working with young people and decision makers
    Understand the local and regional advocacy spaces
    At least 5 years of relevant working experience preferably in the country
    Experienced in programme management,including implementation and elements of Monitoring and Evaluation.
    Demonstrated experience of working with a network/coalition of local organizations, and county
    Demonstrated experience in resource mobilization
    Excellent communication skills(oral and written) in English and Swahili
    Competency in Computer Applications and Social Media
    Team player with the ability to work independently
    Below 35 years of age.

  • Professional Sales representative

    Professional Sales representative

    Job Description
    Summary
    Based in Nairobi, Kenya reporting to the sales Manager (East Africa), and working with both internal and external groups, the Professional Sales Representative (East Africa) will primarily be responsible to drive and accelerate sales growth and penetration of BD’s Medication delivery solutions (MDS) product portfolio and to meet required sales growth targets. You will develop and maintain sales for the PAS product range to public and private clinical laboratories, public and private hospitals, wholesalers and distributors.
    Job Description

    Develop and execute successful sales strategies to drive and accelerate growth of MDS product portfolio
    Develop a thorough knowledge and understanding of sales and opportunities pipeline. Work closely with local leadership and the marketing team to identify new leads and opportunities to close business. Own and be accountable for new business leads and current customer base
    Develop and maintain a clear understanding of current market, vision of expected market evolution and implications on customer needs
    Support and expand BD portfolio in current customer accounts and be the first point of contact for customer queries relating to sales activity and service
    Travel as required to visit customers, and attend business meetings
    Adhere to all company policies, procedures and business ethics codes and BD core values
    Excellent communication, interpersonal and analytical skills