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  • FMCG Security Manager Head of Sales Sales Trade Rep Group Property Manager

    FMCG Security Manager Head of Sales Sales Trade Rep Group Property Manager

    Job Description

    Prevent theft and damage to company property
    Investigate any alleged or detected theft/fraud, prepare a Management report and give recommendations in a timely manner.
    Ensure regular rotation of sub-contracted security guards.
    Ensure all reported incidents are logged on the occurrence book and reported to the relevant person and proper action taken
    Liaise with the local police on any alleged intrusion into the premises or company/client cargo and follow up the case to conclusion
    Ensure all security procedures are followed by all employees and clients within the premises
    Ensure all access points and control rooms are properly manned
    Ensure all security gadgets/tools/equipment are in good working condition e.g. fence, alarms, CCTV
    Maintain records of all main door keys and safe custody of the same.
    Ensure all items leaving the premises are accompanied by the relevant authorization documents and gate pass.

    Qualifications

    5 years’ experience in security in a supply chain or a related environment

    Personal Attributes

    Vigilant
    Integrity
    Confidentiality
    Firm
    Agility

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  • Project Manager -Community Based Projects

    Project Manager -Community Based Projects

    Job description
    Sage is currently recruiting for a Project Manager to be based at out Nairobi Office. This role is responsible for managing a portfolio of multi-disciplined projects, with the objective of executing the successful project implementation of an Enterprise Management ERP solution in the cloud or on premise.
    The Project Manager will need to understand customer project objectives and take ownership of contractual requirements defined in the Statement of Work. She or he will manage resources assigned to fulfil those requirements using the Sage implementation methodology, lead implementation planning, control project plan and overall execution. The project manager will develop positive relationships with all project stakeholders creating a high level of customer satisfaction, and help the customer realise expected benefits.
    Responsibilities:
    Key accountabilities and decision ownership:

    Management of the delivery schedule and budget to deliver to ensure project delivery is on time and in budget
    Management of third party and specialist resources assigned to the project
    Leads and manages project and resource schedules assigning and tracking tasks planned for the project team
    Project progress tracking
    Identifies, manages and mitigates the risks that may impact the project
    Complete project weekly status reports and steering committee presentations
    Communicates project activities including progress, budget, risks, issues to both client and Sage stake holders
    Champion and enforcer of the implementation methodology
    Assists with pre-sales project activities and including project estimation, contracts and presentation of project and methodologies to prospective customers
    Manages quality of the project deliverables
    Positive relationship management with client and key stakeholders
    Commercial awareness and excellent negotiation skills

    Skills, know-how and experience:

    Experience of project managing ERP or other complex software implementations, particularly SAP, Sage, or Oracle.
    Strong MS Office skills including Microsoft project.
    Project Planning and organisational skills.
    Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills with clearly demonstrated methodologies to keep project teams and stakeholders well informed.
    Organisational and time management skills.
    Fluency in oral and written English.
    Ability to travel to client sites on a regular basis.
    Demonstrated experience managing projects leveraging a variety of development methodologies, including Scrum and Waterfall.
    Experience developing and maintaining a project plan and proactively leading cross-functional project teams.
    Strong relationship management skills.
    Successful track record of meeting deadlines in a high pressure, fast paced environment while managing multiple projects.
    Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution of higher learning.

    Preferred:

    Formalized project management training
    Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
    Certified Scrum Master (CSM) certification
    Any experience in the following areas is a plus:
    Business Process analysis/modelling
    Web-based applications
    SaaS
    Salesforce
    Content Management Systems

  • Field Investigation Officer

    Field Investigation Officer

    Job description
    The EAGLE Network is looking for professionals with some experience of living, travelling or working in Africa. We are looking for individuals with strong personal engagement and internal motivation to effect change in Africa through activism, fighting wildlife crime and corruption.
    The position is based in Nairobi with frequent long missions in Central and West Africa. Salaries are modest.
    The EAGLE Network operates in 9 African countries where it carries wildlife law enforcement operations that brought more than 1,000 traffickers to prison.
    ESSENTIAL CONDITIONS FOR APPLICANTS:

    Ability to adapt to pressure and stress
    Strong ability to think creatively and outside of the box
    Self-sufficient, independent and able to travel alone in new regions
    Strong resilience and perseverance until results are achieved
    Experience in volunteering and strong personal value system and non-conformism
    Some experience of living, travelling or working in Africa and outside it, liking diversity
    Strong desire to effect change in society
    Ability to speak French and English

    The Field Investigations Officer is a new position in the Central Coordination Unit. His/her role is to elevate the field investigations level in each project, develop new trust building methods and field investigations techniques and ensure the professional level of investigators in the Network.
    Specifically the duties of the Field Investigations Officer are:

    Safety and security of investigators
    Elevating quality of investigations across the network
    Innovation in field investigation methods
    Ensure members adhere to the Operational Procedures Manual investigation methods
    Issue new procedures in Operational Procedures Manual and ensure assimilation
    Open source internet investigations
    Ensure appropriate investigation equipment is available for each member
    Direct training in-country
    Daily advise and trouble-shooting for members
    Coaching and backstopping for members
    Identifying gaps in member projects and supporting solutions
    Coordinating exchange of investigators
    Developing foreign investigators solutions for in-country work with members
    Assist Network Investigations Officer, where needed

  • Cook

    Cook

    Ref No: UNES/ HOSP /ARZK /03 / 2018
    Contract Duration: Three Years Subject to 3 months’ probationary period
    JOB DESCRIPTION:
    Reporting to the Kitchen Supervisor, the incumbent shall be tasked with the following responsibilities

    Implementation of Planned Menus Preparation and production of high quality food that meets the desired customer satisfaction.
    Provision of efficient service of food orders and as per specifications
    Preparing and cooking food in adherence to standard recipes and menu given by the Head Cook/ Kitchen Supervisor
    Maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety at work.
    To account for all production resources provided by the Head cook/Kitchen Supervisor and issued from the stores
    Proper handling and use of kitchen equipment as provided for by the Head cook/Kitchen Supervisor Provision of world class customer service to the customer
    Perform any other Duties Assigned by the head cook/Kitchen Supervisor

    JOB SPECIFICATION:

    Certificate in Food Production from a recognized Institution
    Possess minimum of two years practical culinary experience in a 3 or 4 star hotel/restaurant
    Able to work long hours
    Computer literate Good food presentation skills Innovative.
    KCSE certificate

  • Scouting Intern

    Scouting Intern

    Reporting to: Scouting manager
    Job summary: Through Customer Care and Category Management, the Scouting intern ensures the best classifieds user experience
    Targets and Responsibilities:

    Prequalify users from various online sources and through telemarketing introduce them to PigiaMe and convert them to PigiaMe loyal users through account creations and follow‐up
    Maintain a clean database by analyzing user account and draft ad database. If necessary, follow up with user education guidelines on how to post a successful listing
    Category Management: Analyze supply and demand of specified categories via internal category KPI reporting and work with Sales/Marketing teams to steer towards a healthy supply and demand balance and respectively a high level of user engagement
    Daily and weekly reporting, allowing to understand and adequately manage user behavior and impact of marketing campaigns
    Ad hoc management tests and analysis

    Skills and Attributes:

    Ability to analyze data and deduct meaningful information
    Fluency in both written and spoken English and Swahili
    Telephone etiquette Internet native
    Strong and proven attention to detail
    Excellent Microsoft office skills particularly in excel
    Ability to effectively work independently on multiple tasks and prioritize accordingly
    Good interpersonal skills and willingness to actively contribute to the team’s success

  • Administrative Assistant

    Administrative Assistant

    Job description
    For our office in Nairobi we are looking for an Administrative Assistant.
    YOUR JOB
    You are responsible for organising efficiently and processing correctly the flow of incoming and outgoing documents (paper and electronic): letters, faxes, claims, payment letters, etc. Some of your tasks include:

    dispatching mail daily to our other offices
    administrative preparation of claims and communication
    file management and management of the electronic archive of your department

    YOUR PROFILE

    Education: Diploma in business management or a related field.
    You speak and write fluent English, knowledge of French is a plus
    Organizational skills: you can assess different tasks and proceed according to priorities; you are able to plan ahead in order to ensure daily workflows are respected, you are able to work in close cooperation with your (administrative) colleagues
    You can rapidly and accurately handle a large quantity of paper and electronic documents
    You can keep a clear overview of the work to be done, even in busy times.
    You are orderly.
    You can deal with (confidential) information with the utmost discretion.
    You can perform accurate data entry.

    OUR OFFER

    A challenging job in an international and growing enterprise.
    A dynamic, young and entrepreneurial company culture that values and stimulates initiative.
    Market – related salary conditions

  • Executive Driver

    Executive Driver

    Job Responsibilities

    To drive the MD to/from office, appointments, meetings and etc.
    To accompany the MD to events, and selected meetings
    To operate assigned vehicle in a safe and courteous manner
    To keeps the assigned vehicle(s) clean inside and outside
    To recognize vehicle maintenance needs
    To undertake ad-hoc assignment or duties assigned by management when required
    Comply with the rules of the road such as traffic lights and so on
    Perform basic inspection of the vehicle before traveling and ensure that vehicles are in good condition and safe
    Routine errands during the day will be included

    Qualifications

    A Diploma in any field
    Over 6 years’ experience as a personal or corporate driver is required
    Candidates above 40 years of age are encouraged to apply
    Must have military or police force training
    Must be very polished and street smart
    Familiar with the routes in Nairobi and surrounding environs
    Mature, healthy with excellent eyesight and punctual with a good attendance record
    Ability to multi task, willingness to learn and positive attitude
    A valid driving license
    Free of any criminal record
    Flexibility in terms of working hours

  • Data Manager

    Data Manager

    Purpose;
    The Data Manager will be responsible for handing data collected from University of Maryland’s supported health facilities and programs.
    He/she will be based at the central office and will be responsible for data cleaning and entry, data analysis and development of databases to accommodate the program needs.
    He/she will part of the Strategic Information team and report to the Strategic Information Advisor.
    Responsibilities

    Management of data from facilities including data cleaning, standardization and data entry into project database for reporting
    Development and updating of data collection tools
    Ensure that data systems are operational and updated
    Data reconstruction and computerization from source documents
    Development of databases for program supported activities as needed
    Data analysis
    Preparation of monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual reports for dissemination to program teams

    Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Public Health Informatics, Statistics or Mathematics.
    At least 3 years’ experience working with HIV data systems
    Good Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
    Good analytical and presentation skills,
    Advanced Computer skills including advanced MS excel and MS Access
    Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
    Familiar with USG HIV-related donor reporting requirements
    More than 3 years of experience in handing health related health information systems.
    Skills in Database development

  • Community Development Facilitator

    Community Development Facilitator

    Reports to: Officer Community Empowerment-Marsabit
    Direct Reports: None
    Contract Details:
    Starting Monthly Salary of the Pay Grade Kes 32,698
    Six (6) Months Fixed Term Renewable Contract subject to availability of funds and performance
    Group Medical Cover
    Group Life Assurance Cover
    WIBA Plus/Personal Accident Cover
    Job Summary:
    To support facilitation and coordination of community dialogues
    Responsibilities

    Support Community Facilitators (CFs) to facilitate dialogues at community level
    Provide technical leadership and mentorship to CFs in facilitation of productive dialogues
    Support communities to develop community action plans and submission during County planning and budget processes
    Follow up the implementation of community action plans
    Coordinate dialogues at the community level to ensure that all identified community concerns are addressed
    Coordinate with Concern Programmes in implementation of specific programme activities through CCs and Base Circles
    Link communities to mapped stakeholders and County government, and support communities to organize stakeholders forums
    Conduct Community Conversations monitoring for quality assurance
    Provide relevant CC data including change stories for reporting and documentation of Community Conversations and Base Circle approaches.

    Responding to Emergencies:

    Support communities to actively participate in assessment, design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of emergency response interventions
    Comply with Concern’s health, safety and security guidelines during emergencies

    Programme Participant Protection Policy

    Adhere to the standards of conduct outlined in the Programme Participant Protection Policy and Concern Code of Conduct.

  • Monitoring & Evaluation Officer

    Monitoring & Evaluation Officer

    Ref. No: 3742424242
    The Regional Office is based in Nairobi, Kenya with offices and operations in Somalia (Puntland, Somaliland and Mogadishu), Kenya (Dadaab and Kakuma ), Ethiopia (Addis Ababa, Dolo Ado, Shire,Gambella and Asosa), South Sudan (Juba, Awil, Alek and Aweril) and Yemen (Sa’naa and Aden).
    The NRC Horn of Africa & Yemen mission is an expanding programme. NRC started its operations in Kenya in the refugee camps in Dadaab in February 2007. NRC has WASH, Education, Food Security and Livelihood and Information Counseling and Legal Assistant programmes implemented in the refugee camps in Dadaab.
    The position will oversee the overall design and implementation of monitoring and evaluation (M&E) systems and procedures and ensure that all aspects of M&E system are adhered to.
    The Monitoring and Evaluation Officer will report to the Area Manager – Dadaab.
    NRC may be required to verify the identity of its partners/employees and to check that its partners/employees have not been involved in illegal activities. NRC reserves the right to use electronic screening tools for this purpose.
    Responsibilities

    Adherence to NRC policies, guidance and procedures
    Support and contribute to the development and implementation of M&E systems, including M&E SOPs, guidance and tools.
    Participate in programme design and proposal discussions, including theory of change development, log frame design and budgeting for M&E.
    Support programme staff in planning for and executing M&E, including, data collection methodology and tools and data management, analysis and use.
    Support the implementation, dissemination and use of evaluations, assessments and monitoring data in programme development, adjustment or review.
    Contribute to organisational learning through supporting specific analysis, lessons learned and reports.
    Capacity building and training of programme and M&E support staff on M&E technical and conceptual areas.
    Supervise and mentor M&E support staff in executing M&E plans.
    Contribute to the design of M&E staffing structure and resourcing, including collaboration with programme staff to identify and plan for M&E needs.
    Perform any other task assigned by the immediate supervisor.

    Qualifications

    University degree preferably in social sciences, international relations and/or development or other relevant discipline
    At least 5 years’ relevant working experience in field M&E implementation
    Experience in design of baseline surveys and program evaluations
    Training in monitoring and evaluation
    Fluency in Excel is a must, as well as advanced use of Word and PowerPoint
    Advanced knowledge and experience of standard Monitoring and Evaluation procedures and tools
    Experience in use of large datasets for data analysis and reporting
    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

    Education field: Maths / Stats / Physics
    Education level: College / University, Bachelor’s degree
    Personal qualities

    Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
    Strong analysis skills (qualitative and qualitative)
    Ability to make quick and smart judgments in recommending alternative solutions within changed ground scenarios
    Experience in training and capacity building in M&E mechanisms at various project levels
    Good understanding of various donors’ requirements
    Experience working with statistical computer software packages
    Goal oriented, with ability to work under pressure, independently and with limited supervision.

    We offer
    Duty station: Dadaab
    Contract period is up to December 2018 with possibility of extension.
    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