Job type: Job Type Full Time , Hybrid

Product Lead (Portfolio Company)

We are looking for a dynamic Product Lead to join our team and help us shape the future of the pharmaceutical industry. As the Product Lead, you will play a pivotal role in driving the development and success of our products. You will lead cross-functional teams, define the product roadmap, and work closely with stakeholders to deliver exceptional products that delight our customers and drive business growth.

Responsibilities

Product Strategy: Develop and communicate a clear product vision and strategy in alignment with the company’s overall goals
Roadmap Management: Create and maintain a roadmap that outlines the product’s direction and prioritizes features and enhancements
Cross-functional leadership: Lead cross-functional teams, including engineering, design and marketing, to ensure effective and efficient product development
User-Centric Approach: Advocate for the end user by gathering feedback, conducting user research, and incorporating insights into product improvements
Market Research: Stay up-to-date with industry trends and competitive analysis to identify opportunities and threats
Product Development: Oversee the entire product development lifecycle, from ideation and concept development to launch and post-launch monitoring
Budget Management: Manage the product budget, making data-driven decisions to optimize resource allocation
Stakeholder Communication: Maintain open and transparent communication with internal and external stakeholders, informing them about product progress and changes
KPIs and Metrics: Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure product success and iterate on strategies accordingly

Requirements

Strong data analytics skills and comfortable using data analytics or visualization tools
A proven product leader with over 5 years of experience successfully leading cross-functional team to deliver digital products that users love
Familiar with product management process and philosophies (agile, scrum, etc.) with the ability to deliver innovative solutions to solve complex problems
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and presentation abilities
Comfortable with the ambiguity that comes from working in a fast-paced

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November 5, 2024
Senior Reginal Clinical Advisor Senior Regional Project Advisor Regional Monitoring Evaluation and Research Advisor

Overview

Reporting to the Project Director, the RISE and Maternal, Newborn and Child Health, the Senior Reginal Clinical Advisor will provide technical and programmatic leadership, coordination, monitor project implementation and track performance for all RISE projects and Maternal, Newborn and Child Health projects. He/She will oversee the implementation of two projects: RISE AD Hoc and AMPLI-PPHI project activities including the periodic planning, budgeting, technical oversight and program review in accordance with donor and Jhpiego policies.

Responsibilities

Provide regional technical support to Nigeria and Zambia to ensure successful clinical adherence, drawing on lessons learned from Smiles for Mother’s Project and AMPLI-PPHI
Mentor Kenya AMPLI-PPHI staff appropriately to support continued excellence in project implementation
Strategic Coordination and implementation of RISE & MI projects including periodic planning, budgeting, technical oversight and program review in accordance with donor and Jhpiego policies
Coordinate project management and discussions with the donor and ensure compliance to all donor requirements including timely submission of reports, plans, budgets, and other requested responses
Coordinate with RISE & MI field and HQ teams and other home office staff in project implementation as necessary
To ensuring maximum integration of all RISE activities and adherence to work plan, targets and budgets and maintain good relationship with donor and relevant government counter-parts
Ensure good integration of RISE and MI activities with MOH partners and USAID projects
Assist with development of protocols, work plans, proposals, budgets, liaising with Ministry staff and donors regarding implementation, monitoring and evaluation of programs. Including liaising with KCM and other partners to ensure C19RM TA activities are implemented per scope
Ensure successful mentorship and service delivery of RISE TA to the Ministry Of Health (MOH) by supporting leadership, direction and coordination and ultimate decision-making
Ensure the smooth data collection, analysis and dissemination of information to the MOH to inform strategy change in MOH capacity building
Represent the project in country TWGs and National Oxygen or related COVID-19 Committee Meetings
Coordinate COVID-19 activities in Jhpiego and offer updates on new information to staff and management

NOTE: All staff members of Jhpiego, regardless of the level of their responsibilities are expected to:

model the mission and values stated above
participate in the business development process
contribute to the knowledge sharing and transfer process
make responsible decisions that result in time and cost containment and clear accountability
participate in multiple teams, adopt team spirit, take responsibility for action items assigned and provide feedback as needed
multitask, be able to manage competing priorities and be able to prioritize in order to meet program and/or organizational objectives

Required Qualifications

MNH Clinical Advisor, with proven experience
Medical Doctor or a health-related degree with post graduate training
At least 10 years working experience in successful implementation of health programs
Strong programming, management and technical skills
Experience in pandemic/epidemic management or specifically COVID-19 interventions response and coordination
Experience working with MOH personnel and good knowledge of health systems and programs
Experience working with USAID funded projects
A demonstrated track record of providing mentorship and supervision for strengthening healthcare services; training in quality improvement approaches
Excellent analytical, communication and report writing skills
Computer literacy, particularly in the use of MS word, Excel and PowerPoint

Knowledge: (functional or technical: i.e. federal legislation, finance, program planning, public healthcare standards, proposal writing, human resources practices, etc.)

Basic understanding of COVID-19, MCH, HIV/AIDS, RH/FP and Health related issues, with a global focus is necessary
Excellent organizational skills including the ability to multitask
Be of high integrity and able to maintain confidentiality
Computer skills including demonstrated hands on-experience with MS Word, MS Power Point, and MS Excel
Proficiency in both written and spoken English and Kiswahili

Abilities/Skills: (action, i.e. negotiate, manage, exercise independent judgment, network, train, etc.)

A broad variety of programmatic, administrative, financial, and computer skills (including Word Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access), which may need to be acquired through very quick learning
Experience in team working and multi-cultural staff
Excellent organizational skills
Be self-motivated, proactive and have a positive attitude to work requiring minimum supervision
Attention to detail and accuracy in data management, analysis, and reporting
Strong presentation and communications skills, oral and written
Ability to communicate effectively, instilling trust and confidence
Experience in managing teams and supervising multi-cultural staff
Be willing to take on extra responsibilities in order to achieve the goals/objectives set by the organization

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November 5, 2024
Consultant (Content Creator)

Summary

The consultant will take direction from our Director of Partnerships & Services, and collaborate with Worldreader’s East Africa team. You will be responsible for creating engaging content for internal and promotional use.

Deliverables

Create and visually enhance content for traditional and digital media channels.
Design and edit multimedia content such as videos, GIFs, animations, and blog posts to support digital marketing initiatives.
Collaborate with the marketing team to execute successful campaigns.
Conduct research and use SEO guidelines to optimize content.
Monitor digital engagement metrics, research marketing trends, and develop relevant campaigns.
Prepare well-structured layouts for publishing.

Desired Skills & Qualifications

Must reside in or near Nairobi, Kenya.
Creative portfolio of published work.
Passion for helping the world read.
Excellent organizational skills.
Clear, culturally sensitive communication skills.
Fluent in English and Swahili (preferred).
Proficient in Google Workspace (Docs, Slides, Sheets, Gmail, etc.)
Ability to work remotely in a fast-paced environment.

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Communications, Marketing, Advertising, or English.
Minimum two years of proven work experience in similar role.
Advanced experience with creating high-quality marketing content and management systems.

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worldreader.bamboohr.com

November 5, 2024
Environmental & Social Due Diligence Managing Consultant (Mergers & Acquisitions) Human Rights & Social Performance Principal Consultant (Mid-Senior Level)

What You’ll Do

As a Managing Consultant with ERM’s Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) service line, you will work in a fast growing and entrepreneurial team of consultants. We have a global client base, and you will be exposed to an international environment. Your time will be split between supporting client projects, business development and developing knowledge and assets within the field of mergers & acquisitions, environmental and social due diligence assessments, and environmental site assessments.
You will be part of our growing Environmental and Social advisory team, with a main focus on due diligence and ESG aspects related to your clients and investors, while engaging with other business and technical professionals. You will work with all levels of technical expertise, from entry level team members to members with decades of experience, many of whom are subject matter experts in their own fields. You will engage in a continual learning environment through coaching, mentoring, and on the job tasks. You will split your time between office-based work, including drafting proposals, conducting site visits (including some local and international travel) and writing reports.
The successful candidate will have experience in conducting ESG screening and environmental and social due diligence assessments for Mergers & Acquisitions transactions. Required skills will include being competent in assessing the maturity of the processes in place to manage material ESG topics at companies and developing mitigation measures and action plans. The successful candidate must be skilled in contextualizing developing country risks to European clients and audiences. Due Diligence assessments will range from complex commercial / industrial facilities, both locally and elsewhere in Africa, and/or facilities with long industrial histories, managing multi-site environmental due diligence projects, conducting and/or managing environmental compliance audits of commercial / industrial facilities, and assisting clients with post-transaction integration.
Additionally, you will support the team with developing client ready proposals, preparing sales pitches and other business development activities to grow ERM’s M&A service line. You will also provide your knowledge and insights to develop knowledge and assets to support our clients with managing their business opportunities and risks.

Who You’ll Work With

You will be based in our South African office as part of ERM’s Mergers and Acquisitions – Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) team. This is a team of management consultants focused on helping companies to manage the E&S, H&S and ESG risks at sites or projects that they are acquiring or investing in, and where due diligence is required.
M&A is a service with a unique blend of strategic, operational, data & analytics and technical expertise and knowledge. The team works across all financial and corporate sectors, with a strong focus on extractives, technology and financial services across Africa. At ERM, regardless of the sector in which you work, you will get the opportunity to work with multi- disciplinary teams and in different business environments.

You’ll bring (experience and qualifications):

At least 8 years of work experience in relevant environmental, health & safety, and social context.
A solid understanding of the implementation of the following standards in developing markets/countries: IFC performance standards, Equator Principles, World Bank EHS guidelines, OECD, International Labour Organization Standards, as they apply to due diligence assessments (African Development Bank E&S policy knowledge would be an advantage).
Excellent analytical and problem-solving and report writing skills.
Excellent advisory and business development skills.
Master’s or PhD degree in business, economics, finance, environmental science or similar.
Hands-on and outstanding interpersonal and communication skills to interact with internal and external stakeholders while working in an international collaborative team environment.
Fluent in English (spoken/written) and competency in French, although not essential, will be a major advantage.

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November 5, 2024
Frontend Engineer (Next.js & Typescript) Backend Engineer (Node.js & Typescript)

Job purpose: We are looking for an enthusiastic Frontend Engineer, who is experienced in developing complex web experiences with the ability to adapt, learn quickly and has excellent problem-solving skills. You’ll build scalable, fast and secure software that serves the needs of our customers all over Africa.

Fun Fact: People at Jumba have in the past year reinvented an entire industry, imagine what you could do here!
Key Responsibilities: –

Develop and maintain complex web applications
Create test plans and write unit and functional tests.
Build reusable code and libraries for future use.
Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.
Perform code reviews of other team members’ code, ensuring timely and constructive feedback to colleagues’ contributions.
Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs.
Ensure that all deliverables meet the highest standards of quality.
Write and review technical documents covering the design and implementation of features.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the direct line manager.

Qualifications

Minimum 3 years work experience in building frontend applications.
Experience using React and related technologies is an added advantage.
Experience with unit and functional testing.
Experience with database design – NoSQL and SQL.

Must have skills

Next.js
Typescript
NoSQL
SQL
Unit and Functional testing

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November 5, 2024
HR Manager

Our client within the FMCG sector is looking for a HR Manager to join their team. This person would be responsible for developing effective HR strategy, policies and procedures to ensure the comapny has the resources to achieve its short term busines objectives.

Responsibilities

Developing, implementing and maintaining HR strategies
Managing reward and remuneration systems
Implementing, overseeing, supervising and monitoring the implementation of both capital and operational budgets
Overseeing health, safety and welfare of all employees
Developing HR strategy with emphasis on learning and development
Overseeing staff performance including, inductions, probation and performance evaluations

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelors degree in human resources, psychology or business administration
Minimum 10 years working experience in multinational, professional organizations, 5 of which is experience in leading the HR function in a multinational company in maufacturing or the consumer goods industry

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www.robertwaltersafrica.com

November 5, 2024
Associate, Advocacy, Policy & Communications

Position Summary:

IAVI is seeking an ambitious Associate, Advocacy, Policy & Communications to help drive and execute critical initiatives critical to IAVI’s mission of translating science into public health solutions! The Associate will support advocacy, policy, and communications initiatives, as well as capacity strengthening efforts. The Associate will be responsible for critical documentation and project management of key initiatives, working closely with colleagues across Africa, India, and the US. The Associate will develop tools for project management, implementation, documentation and budgets administration of policy, advocacy, and communications including supporting stakeholder engagement and learning events.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide coordination support to APC’s Africa regional activities including tracking development and completion of policy advocacy, partnerships and stakeholder engagement initiatives, following up on action items, maintaining knowledge management.
Act as liaison between Program Management Specialists, Administration Executives and APC team members to ensure proper planning, logistics, and scheduling in support of communication, advocacy, partnerships, stakeholder engagement and capacity strengthening activities.
As part of a global team, support the management of policy advocacy, partnerships, stakeholder engagement and learning events including issue briefs, speaker engagements, capacity building workshops, note-taking and reports, documentation of learnings, case studies, advocacy materials, and other documents.
Liaise with colleagues across APC to collate content for donor reports, including follow-up and support documentation and communication of key learning and policy advocacy products, as well as with in-house reviewers to ensure accuracy and clarity of technical content.
Support management of project funds including following up on reports, documentation of activities, and supporting the development of other policy advocacy products.
Other duties as assigned by the Manager.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in communications or a relevant discipline is required.
Minimum of 2 years of experience in advocacy, communications, and/or marketing is required.
Experience in the technology or global health-related communications and advocacy is preferred.
Experience in project management and donor reporting is preferred.

Qualifications and Skills:

Excellent oral and written communication skills and presentation skills are required.
Demonstrated experience supporting the development and adaptation of tools and templates, case studies, and briefing materials.
Experience in management of workshops, training including virtual events is required.
General knowledge of public health, health systems, and challenges affecting communities in the African context vaccine product development, R&D and regulatory issues.
Demonstrated ability in report writing for donor, government, and corporate audiences.
Self-initiator, detail-oriented, organized, adaptable to changing priorities, and the ability to take the initiative and to meet strict deadlines with minimal supervision.
Demonstrated ability to work in a highly collaborative environment and team-based structure, with the flexibility to work within multiple time zones and multiple teams across the globe.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other information processing software.

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November 5, 2024
QA and Support Engineer Short-Term Consultant – Technical Cyber Risk and Security

We are seeking a highly skilled QA Developer and support engineer at Pezesha. As a full-time candidate in this role, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our fintech products while also providing comprehensive technical support to both internal and external stakeholders. This position requires a blend of technical expertise, problem solving skills and a customer-centric mindset.

Responsibilities:

Quality Assurance

Develop and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases to ensure the quality and reliability of Pezesha’s products.
Conduct both manual and automated tests to identify bugs and any areas of improvement.
Collaborate closely with the development team to communicate identified bugs and issues and also ensure that they are resolved in a timely manner.
Continuously refine and automate the QA process to enhance efficiency.

Technical Support

Serve as the primary point of contact for both internal and external teams seeking technical assistance and support.
Investigate, troubleshoot and resolve technical issues reported in a timely manner.
Provide clear and concise instructions to users for problem resolution or escalation to the appropriate team member for resolution.
Document support processes, procedures and troubleshooting steps to facilitate knowledge transfer within the team and also ensure a structured support system.

Cross-functional Collaboration

Collaborate with Product managers, developers and other stakeholders to ensure a seamless integration of the best QA processes into the software development life cycle.
Work closely with customer facing teams to identify user feedback and incorporate user insights into product enhancement efforts.
Act as a bridge between technical and non-technical teams, facilitating clear communication and understanding of technical issues and solutions.

Continuous improvement

Stay up to date with latest industry trends, best practices and emerging technologies in QA and technical support.
Proactively identify opportunities for improvement, automation and optimization of QA and support processes.
Contribute to a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the support and QA teams.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.
Proven experience in software quality assurance, testing methodologies and test automation tools.
Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Java, PHP, Javascript or Python.
Experience in software development life cycle (SDLC) processes and agile methodologies.
Excellent problem solving skills and attention to detail.
Strong analytical skills and the ability to assess complex technical issues, identify root causes, and develop effective solutions.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with diverse stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
Proactive mindset with a commitment to continuous learning and professional development in the field of QA and support.
Added advantage: Human centred design and Design Thinking

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How to Apply: Please send your CVs and cover letter to jobs@pezesha.com. Kindly indicate the title of the job on the subject header of the email (REF 24/ QA and support engineer)How to Apply: Please send your CVs and cover letter to jobs@pezesha.com. Kindly indicate the title of the job on the subject header of the email (REF 24/Short-Term Consultant – Cyber Risk and Security ), you will be required to enclose your portfolio and undertake a technical security test.

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November 5, 2024
Collections Officer

Role Description

This is a full-time hybrid role for a Collections Officer at Pezesha. The Collections Officer will be responsible for the day-to-day management and resolution of debt collections. This includes analyzing customer accounts, developing and implementing collection strategies, communicating with customers, and ensuring prompt payment.

Responsibilities:

Owning the delinquent portfolio assigned to you, including constant management and follow-ups of repayments.
Able to respond to caller concerns and difficulties with a sense of empathy and understanding, but also able to firmly request that each borrower make his or her due payment or make some arrangements to begin paying off the delinquent account.
Keeping our databases, dashboards and spreadsheets up-to-date with the status of the loan records.
Being the bridge between the customer and Pezesha by seeking feedback from the customer and suggesting product and process improvements.

Skills, Qualifications and Experiences:

At least 2 year of work experience in the collections department of a lending organisation Experience in a high-growth environment preferred.
Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
Must be able to set up payment plans based on information provided by the borrower.
Flexibility towards working hours as sometimes calls and visits may need to be done
High level of interpersonal maturity, hardworking, and professionalism.
Excellent time management and personal organisation.
Team player who demonstrates a positive attitude, energy, dedication to collaboration and patience and works with the highest levels of integrity.
Attention to detail and accuracy
Comfortable and effective in managing and communicating with team members and stakeholders
Good MS Office skills and able to adapt to new technology.

Please send your CV and Cover Letter to jobs@pezesha.com. Kindly indicate the title of the job on the subject header of the email (REF 2024- COLLECTIONS OFFICER ). THE REF NO and job title and where they are currently based in the email body will be automatically disqualified.

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November 5, 2024
Office 365 Administrator (Kenya)

The Office 365 Administrator is the primary technical and functional subject matter expert for the Global Communities portfolio of Microsoft Office 365 (O365) web applications and related productivity tools. In this role, s/he assists in planning, development, implementation, and ongoing support of O365 web applications. S/he provides guidance on the systems roadmap, principles, standards, and best practices regarding O365 web applications. S/he identifies and considers both business and technical needs with the goal of providing quality solutions that enable Global Communities to deliver high quality programs, make informed decisions and increase operational efficiency.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Implementation of technical solutions that support business processes and strategic objectives. Lead system analysis, design, build/configure, quality assurance, deployments, manage training, and provide post implementation support.
Act as O365 productivity applications system administrator to include but not limited to manage and maintain: SharePoint/Teams Sites, Storage Management, Document Management and Retention, Term Store Management, Tagging, Labeling, Confidentiality, eDiscovery, Rights Management, Data Loss Prevention, Security/Permission, 3rd party application management, Power Platform Development and Administration, Monitor and Manage Connections, Workflow Management, User Profile Management, Data visualization using Power BI. Lead change, configuration, and release management.
Provide ongoing support for Microsoft Office 365 (O365) web applications and related productivity tools to include working with vendors to maintain and support these systems and integration platforms. Troubleshoot technical issues, track, and follow issues through to resolution.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of system functionalities on new releases, customizations, and integrations. Develop and maintain procedures, guidelines, and technical documentation. Participate in team capacity building for all O365 applications in alignment with the organization’s digital skills training program.
Stay engaged with technical communities; keep up with the latest trends and best practices in the O365 web applications landscape. This includes participation in technical communities, and testing pilot groups. Identify innovation opportunities and propose to business owners and management. Execute approved innovation ideas in collaboration with IT team member and business partners.
Provide digital skills training for technical and non-technical staff on the use of O365 web applications and relevant productivity tools, including training on new processes or training to groups on specific functionality.
Review existing business processes and work with stakeholders to establish metrics for process improvements. Identify and consider both the business and the technical needs with the goal of providing quality solutions. Configure, execute, test, and implement the solution. Survey stakeholders to validate improvements.
Contribute to a full cycle of technology assessment and business case development to include but not limited to business process analysis, requirements gathering, market research, product evaluation and selection.
Develop and maintain technical documentation including requirements, application design, configuration, processes/workflows, integrations, and training manuals.
Act as technical SME in technology focused business working groups and/or task forces as needed.
Engage and collaborate with all levels of leadership, business units, staff, and customers to influence and create the right technical solutions to solve business problems and improve business processes.

POSITION SPECIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Expected to travel on behalf of organization up to 10% annually in support of technology projects and/or initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS

Undergraduate degree in a related discipline and a minimum of four years of related work experience or a minimum of eight years of related work experience.
Strong proficiency in enterprise systems analysis, requirements gathering, solutions architecture design and build, quality assurance, implementation, and support.
Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent engagements with shifting priorities, demands, and timelines.
Proven experience implementing and maintaining Microsoft Office 365 collaboration and productivity applications to include but not limited to SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, Engage, and Power Platform.
Proven experience supporting business process automation using Power Automate and Power Apps.
Experiencing leveraging Power BI for business analytics and dashboards is preferred.
Proven experience implementing and maintaining electronic signature applications.
Experience in configuring reporting tools to support business development and operational efficiencies.
Microsoft Certified Preferred.
Knowledge of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
Knowledge of technology strategy and IT governance planning.
Proven experience in staff management and IT project management.
Knowledge of servant and inclusive leadership philosophies and practical application in a geographically dispersed team context.
Proven experience of enterprise data management and governance.
High Level of proficiency in MS Project, MS Office, Visio, and SharePoint.
Excellent verbal, written communication, and presentation skills.
Experience working in an international development nonprofit/NGO environment preferred.
Knowledge of the NGO Reference Model is preferred.
Willingness to learn and support the use of other collaboration/productivity tools outside the realm of O365.

Interested candidates to share their CVs to yusuf@kipawa.io with the subject line Office 365 Administrator.

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November 5, 2024