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  • Director – Africa

    Director – Africa

    Job description
    A Large European Consulting firm are currently seeking a Director to head up their International Development Team for the African region.
    This role will be full time in Nairobi, Kenya and will be responsible for:

    Identifying and leading Business Development activities
    Leading the company amongst clients and partners in Africa
    Management of the Nairobi office and being
    Responsible for the growth of the business into other regions on the continent
    My client has a large portfolio of development programmes in Africa with solid pipeline, quality existing projects and a strong growing team in Africa.
    Requirements for the role are as follows:
    Degree qualified (International Development, Governance, Infrastructure, Economic Development related fields)
    Over 15 years of proffessional experience
    Extensive experience in Africa working with donor programmes (DFID, EuropeAid, EIB, World Bank)
    Strong background in Business Development, Tendering, Client relations + possess active network of contacts and relationships in Africa
    Hands on Project Management experience and previous knowledge of delivery requirements of donor funded projects

  • Kenya Youth Entrepreneur Facilitator Training

    Kenya Youth Entrepreneur Facilitator Training

    Job description
    Educate! Kenya is looking for you to attend a (1) one day Educate! YOUTH ENTREPRENEURSHIP FACILITATOR TRAINING (YET) in Nairobi. It is a training cum interview process,You will receive comprehensive and high quality training on Leadership and Entrepreneurship (how to start and grow your business), Learner Centered Instruction in the Basic Education Curriculum Reform Framework, Mentorship and 21st Century skills and an opportunity to interview for a Program Officer role within Educate!
    Kindly note no allowance will be provided during the training and the training is free of charge .
    Candidate Profile
    The ideal candidate should be 35 years and below and meets the following criteria:

    Bachelor’s Degree in Education .
    Must be a TSC registered teacher.
    1-2 years’ experience as a trainer, mentor, or teacher in Kenyan schools or NGOs (preferred)
    Engaging and interactive trainer with passion for coaching
    Event management skills: the ability to keep track of multiple activities, plan, and mobilize resources in a timely and efficient manner.
    Strong organizational, writing and communication skills
    A proactive, energetic approach to problem solving
    Fits our Five Cultural Tenets;Learn more by looking at Educate!’s culture deck here
    Willingness and ability to travel to all parts of Kenya.

    This unique Opportunity is competitive and open to residents of the following counties:

    Kisii
    Homabay
    Garissa
    Taita Taveta
    Kitui

    Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis, with the goal to fill these positions ASAP. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

  • Clinical Officer – Anesthetist

    Clinical Officer – Anesthetist

    Job Description

    Monitoring and providing appropriate clinical care ( medical and surgical-anesthesia) to patients on hospital wards and in outpatient clinics;
    Admitting patients requiring special care followed by investigations and treatment;
    Examining and talking to patients to diagnose their medical conditions;
    Making notes and preparing paperwork, both as a legal record of treatment and for the benefit of other healthcare professionals
    The Clinical Officer is to coordinate and discuss planned care with the patient and other team professionals as appropriate.
    Maintain effective interpersonal relationships with all staff and patients.
    Ensure that patients are kept fully informed of and understand all procedures and treatments to beundertaken. Informed Consent will be obtained from patients in accordance with Jacaranda policy.
    Provide advice to patients regarding healthy lifestyles and specific measures that may help the patient avoid a recurrence of ill health.
    A maximum of 30 min response time for emergencies on scheduled shifts.

    Requirements

    Higher Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery (Anesthesia Option).
    Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery.
    Hold a valid practicing license.
    Position holder should have at least 2 years’ experience working as a licensed Clinical Officer – Anesthetist in a busy maternity institution and experience in working in a start up maternity facility.
    Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
    Excellent analytical reasoning skills and meticulous attention to detail
    Computer literacy, with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

    Key Competencies

    Commitment to providing high quality care and excellence.
    Ability to work effectively with a team in a culturally diverse environment

  • Health and Safety Officer

    Health and Safety Officer

    Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, the job holder will create awareness on Environment, health and safety to staff and ensure EHS requirements and standards are implemented & maintained
    Responsibilities

    Ensure compliance with Environmental, Health and Safety Laws and requirements.
    Evaluate the workplace environment and develop safety-management policies that identify and define the safety responsibilities of all employees.
    Continually maintain an appropriate level of awareness, knowledge and preparedness across the organization which should include first aid and fire marshals.
    Liaise with relevant regulatory authorities on securing new, and reporting on existing operations, permits and licenses in a timely manner.
    Lead formal risk assessment for the evaluation and management of occupational EHS hazards across the company’s activities and branches /sites.
    Coordinate with various departments/ functional units to identify key risk areas and priorities, produce and maintain EHS risk registers.
    Engage with, audit and report on third party contractor required to meet Corporate EHS policy and procedures.
    Ensure all accidents and incidents are recorded, investigated and corrective and preventive actions are taken based on the findings and maintain an incident Register.
    Prepare EHS internal and external audit schedules, ensure implementation of the same. The schedules shall include NEMA environment self-audit, OSHA audit, noise survey, fire audit and city council fire inspection and clearance.
    Conduct fire drills and co-ordinate firefighting equipment service.
    Schedule and facilitate safety committee meetings at a minimum quarterly.
    Set corporate targets and goals for EHS performance improvement.

    Qualifications

    Must be in possession of a science based Bachelor’s degree from a recognized University.
    Professional qualification in EHS
    Over 2 year’s relevant experience, of which 2 years should be in a food manufacturing or hospitality industry.
    Practical experience in Kenyan EHS regulations and the use of formal EHS risk assessments.
    Familiarity with International Environmental Management Systems and Health and Safety Management systems.
    Comprehensive knowledge of integrated management system ISO 9001, HACCP, ISO 14001 & OHSAS 18001 standard plus any other management systems that may apply.

    Skills:

    Good leadership skills
    Interpersonal & good communication skills
    Flexible and adaptable
    Analytical thinking and problem solving.

    Abilities:

    Able to work under pressure and with minimal supervision
    Ability to inspect, evaluate work of subordinates
    Result oriented.

  • Chief Operating Officer

    Chief Operating Officer

    The Research Care and Training Program (RCTP) is collaboration between the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), University of Washington (UW), and University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), University of Colorado Denver (UCD), Indiana University (IU), Duke University and other affiliated institutions.
    RCTP leads the Family AIDS Care and Education Services (FACES) program, a comprehensive HIV prevention and Treatment program in Kisumu County and several other research programs including but not limited to SEARCH (Sustainable East African Research for Health), ECHO (Evidence for Contraceptive Options) , PSUP (Partners Scale up Pre exposure prophylaxis), POWER (Prevention Options for Women Evaluation Research ), MPYA (Monitoring Pre-exposure Prophylaxis for Young Adult women), CSSP (Evaluating a Community Driven Cervical Cancer Prevention Strategy in Western Kenya, (MOTIVATE ) Maximizing adherence and retention for women living with HIV and their infants in Kenya, and training programs including the GloCal Health Fellowship, etc.
    Vacancy No. FN-09/067/2017
    Duration: 1 year Renewable Contract as per KEMRI Scheme of Service. The first 3 months is a probation period
    Position Summary: The Chief Operating Officer will support the country program in grant management and work closely with program/project management staff in the development of project proposals and preparation of proposal budgets.
    S/he will manage internal controls to ensure full adherence to approved budgets and compliance with donor policies and procedures ensuring proper utilization of funds. S/he will mentor the operations team in their assigned roles and carry out capacity building on donor rules and regulations
    Duties and Responsibilities

    Work closely with program/project management staff in the development of project proposals and preparation of proposal budgets as well as any budget revisions as necessary, ensuring all the necessary costs are included in grant budgets.
    Develop/maintain all donor compliance checklists with key compliance regulations, requirements and specific time lines and assist in ensuring strict compliance with donor guidelines and requirements.
    Mentoring the operations team in their assigned roles and carry out capacity building on donor rules and regulations
    Manage internal controls to ensure full adherence to approved budgets and compliance with donor policies and procedures ensuring proper utilization of funds
    Maintain the reporting schedule and grants management system, ensuring timely and accurate reporting both internally and to donors.
    Working closely with the Finance Team, regularly track expenditure and monitor variances on Program budget/expenditure reports, raising any issues that require attention by the Program Director in a timely manner.
    Manages the grants support staff, ensuring staff have sufficient training to perform required compliance and reporting duties.
    Coordinate management responses to institutional and project financial audits, and follow up on implementation of audit findings and determine what support is needed to ensure complete implementation of all audit findings.
    Develop and implement efficient and effective internal control systems including, policies and procedures that provide appropriate levels of security and control over organizational assets, resources and operations.
    Improve the operational systems, processes and policies, specifically, support better management reporting.
    Play a significant role in long-term planning, including an initiative geared towards operational excellence.
    Prepare annual detailed core office management support/administrative/overhead budget; ensuring that project budgets incorporate Shared services costs
    Coordinate professional and personal development of operations staff through adequate orientation, on-the-job training, identification of learning, training needs and opportunities
    Actively participate in the operations management team meetings.
    Manages and supervises the operations team.
    Undertake quarterly support supervision visits for the administration team working under her/him in other stations.

    Qualifications

    Internationally recognized professional accounting qualification (CPA, ACCA)
    A degree in finance and/or accounting from a recognized university. An advanced degree in accounting / finance / business administration will be an added advantage.

    Required Experience

    At least seven (7) years of experience working on cooperative agreements or grants from international agencies such as EDCTP, EU, CDC, other USG agencies as well as bilateral or multilateral donors including governments.

    Other Required Skills

    Good understanding of the full sub award management cycle and experience in evaluating and managing budgets and contracts.
    Proven experience and knowledge of US Government regulations, policies and procedures relating to award management and monitoring.

    Desirable Qualities

    Excellent analytical and financial management skills and demonstrated ability to facilitate budget development.
    Good communication skills and demonstrated ability to work with a participative style within teams.
    Proactive and able to take initiative in addressing work related challenges.
    Good organizational and planning skills
    Pragmatic, self-motivated, composed under pressure, with professional acumen, good judgment, and a highly developed sense of responsibility.
    Attention to detail and ability to multi-task, set priorities, and organize time efficiently.
    Ability to manage a team and demonstrate leadership

  • Territory Sales

    Territory Sales

    Sheer Logic Management Consultants is seeking to engage dynamic individuals for Territory Sales position for one of our clients.
    Regions: Western, Nyanza, Rift Valley, Aberdare, Coast, Eastern and Nairobi regions
    Basic Purpose:

    Maximises sales revenue by working through and with distributors, dealers and other partners. Works alongside distributors and staff to carry out all the activities required to achieve set targets.
    Monitors stock levels both at distributor level and in the trade; also identifies gaps in the distribution chain and brings them to management attention for action.
    Responsible for generating revenue by closing sales.
    Sells products and services directly to customers primarily via face-to-face contact.
    Develops strong relationships with these customers to ensure sensitivity to the customer’s needs, concerns and emerging requirements.

    Duties and Responsibilities:

    Assures the achievement of agreed sales and revenue targets through distributors, dealers and other partners that resell the company’s products and services:

    Implements assigned action plans aimed at achieving sales and revenue targets.
    Continually monitors own performance against plans and targets and takes remedial action where required
    Maintains sales records and prepares sales reports as required
    Closely monitors distributors/partners against anticipated sales revenue and ensures on-target performance is achieved
    Continuously promotes company’s products and services with a view to increase subscriber numbers and achieve revenue targets

    Implement sales and distribution activities in the territory:

    Co-ordinates the distribution of company’s products within territory to ensure continuous availability
    Manages the distribution of branding and promotion materials to enhance visibility and build consumer/dealer loyalty within the territory
    Mobilizes dealer staff to participate in the implementation of various projects
    Identifies requirements for trade promotions and recommends to the Regional Manager
    Implements and supports promotional activities in the territory
    Monitors competitor activity within the region and reports with recommendations for action

    Work with and support dealers/partners:

    Familiarizes him/herself with the dealer/partner targets for the territory
    Supports the dealer/partner in developing action plans geared towards the achievement of the agreed targets
    In instances of shortfalls, establishes causes and takes remedial actions including coaching of dealer staff and trade promotions, in consultation with the Regional Manager
    Works alongside dealer staff, as part of coaching and monitoring process
    Trains all dealers/partners on company’s products and/or serves

    Support retailers in the business line assigned i.e. Data, Voice and company’s Money:

    Recruits Sim selling outlets, Recharge selling Outlets, Data selling outlets, mobile money agents etc as will be advised from time to time
    Provides airtime and other company’s products to resellers in this outlets
    Provides follow-up with distributors, dealers and other partners to ensure satisfaction with products and/or services provided

    Provide Reports:

    Generates weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports on the sales trends in the territory
    Generates weekly reports on dealers performance
    Market intelligence reports on competitor activity

    Essential Knowledge:

    Good knowledge of company’s products/services and pricing practices.
    Basic knowledge and use of technical principles, theories and concept.

    Competencies:

    Business awareness
    Strong analytical skills and problem solving skills
    Excellent planning skills
    High personal standards and goal oriented
    Excellent interpersonal skills
    Excellent and effective communications skills, both orally and in writing

    Qualifications

    Minimum qualification is University Degree
    Able to work and deliver on short-term targets and objectives
    Go getter with a positive attitude
    IT literacy
    Able to operate in a performance driven organization
    Good communication and presentation skills

  • SASA Faith Advisor

    SASA Faith Advisor

    Description of the unit / department:
    The post holder will be reporting to the Gender Based Violence and HIV Advisor.
    This is a fixed contract for 2 years and It will be recruited/ based in one of the SASA! Faith implementing countries (Uganda; Kenya; Malawi; Zimbabwe) with a minimum of 40% travel to programme implementation sites across all countries of implementation [25% programme support (estimated 1 month per country programme outside base country) 15% technical engagements (e.g. for training and T/S with Trócaire Global technical advisors and/or Raising Voices technical advisors).
    Key Duties & Responsibilities

    Technical Support to SASA! Faith Teams (includes Trócaire goal 3 programme staff and key implementing partner staff) (40%)
    Build and maintain excellent working relationships with SASA! Faith teams.
    Support technical capacity building of SASA! Faith teams, through training, workshops and learning exchange visits.
    Support SASA! Faith teams to ensure SASA! Faith phase action plans are planned and developed in a timely manner that meet programme objectives.
    Mentor and guide SASA! Faith team in planning, implementation, documentation and monitoring of SASA! Faith activities.
    Monitoring and support to other Trócaire countries working with SASA! (Pakistan and Myanmar).
    Coordinate SASA! Faith phase training planning, delivery and evaluation with colleagues from Raising Voices.
    Provide logistical support for training’s.
    Participate in shared learning spaces with colleagues from Raising Voices on SASA! and SASA! Faith.
    Document and share learning with partners, Trócaire staff and externally where appropriate.
    Support collaborative learning across SASA! Faith implementing countries, through quarterly global community of practice meetings for Trócaire programme staff and partner implementing staff in collaboration with Raising Voices. Also through supported peer exchange visits where appropriate.
    Facilitate learning to support adaptive programming appropriate to differing contexts.
    Collect case studies and provide content demonstrating the impact of SASA! and SASA! Faith for donor reports and other publications.
    In coordination with the SASA! Faith team and M&E Officer, ensure timely and accurate M&E plans to ensure that SASA! Faith outcomes remains on track and aligned to the programme outcomes and targets.
    Provide guidance and support to SASA! Faith teams on the effective use of SASA! Faith M&E tools, data entry, data analysis and reporting.
    Participate in SASA! Faith global quarterly meetings, programme review meetings and any other meetings as required.
    Undertake any other responsibilities assigned by the Head of Programmes or GBV and HIV advisor.Learning and Knowledge Management (20%) Monitoring and Evaluation (20%) Funding (10%)
    Provide support to funding team members to fully understand SASA! Faith so that they can engage with funders as appropriate.
    Provide support to consultations on proposed funding for SASA! Faith programming.Other (10%)

    REQUIREMENTS
    Person Specification – Essential Requirements
    Qualification

    Third level qualification in: Social Science, Development Studies, or a related area.
    Minimum five years of working in an international or local development organisation.
    Experience in GBV programming, including prevention and response strategies.
    Minimum 1 year experience of working to support SASA! Or SASA! Faith programming.
    Excellent interpersonal, communication and facilitation skills, particularly in relation to facilitating trainings on GBV.
    Highly organised, with excellent planning, prioritisation and problem-solving skills.
    Excellent report writing skills and an aptitude for designing projects and proposals.
    Competent in Microsoft packages (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and with internet/email.
    Demonstrate a commitment to gender equality and an ability to influence and engage others to support gender issues.
    Capable of working efficiently under tight deadlines.
    Spoken and written fluency in English.
    Experience of working with faith based institutions
    Experience in gender analysis/gender mainstreaming.
    Experience of strategy development and proposal writing.
    Experience of managing institutional funding
    Experience of working in a partnership arrangement with civil society organisations and the use of participatory approaches to development.

    Qualities

    Commitment to Trócaire’s Vision, Mission and Values and an understanding of a partnership approach to development.
    Sympathetic understanding of working with faith leaders and communities.
    Ability to work with women and men from diverse backgrounds.
    Demonstrated and active commitment to gender equality and Women’s Empowerment.
    Ability to work to deadlines with accuracy and attention to detail.
    Ability to learn on-the-job, and an interest in learning about the context, issues and strategies of Trócaire’s programming.
    Willingness to travel frequently.
    Able to work irregular hours on an occasional basis.
    Self-motivated with proven ability to take initiative.
    Strong team player who is able to establish solid working relationships with colleagues in country as well as in Head Office.

    Knowledge

    Critical understanding of Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment.
    Critical understanding of GBV programming principles and practices.

    Other

    The job description above is not prescriptive; it simply outlines the key tasks and areas of responsibilities and priorities. These key tasks are subject to change when necessary. Any changes will be made in consultation with the post holder.
    Post-graduate qualification in a relevant area is desirable, or significant experience beyond that outlined below.

    Skills

    Excellent research, analytical and critical evaluation skills.
    Gender analysis/mainstreaming skills.
    Understanding of programme cycle management and Programme Quality theories, including M&E systems and Results Based Management and impact assessment.
    Spoken Acholi, Teso and/or Kumam

  • Senior Foundation Officer Senior Supply Chain Officer (Corporate) Senior Supply Chain Officer

    Senior Foundation Officer Senior Supply Chain Officer (Corporate) Senior Supply Chain Officer

    Reporting to the Foundation Manager, the role is responsible for ensuring that the Company achieves
    substantive improvements in its ongoing commitment to become a more sustainable and socially responsible company. A key part of this role will be to coordinate overall environmental and social specific KPC Foundation initiatives.
    Key responsibilities

    Implement the corporate social responsibility strategy of KPC Foundation.
    Facilitate and coordinate viable partnerships with other Foundation stakeholders
    Coordinate the activities of KPC’s network of community champions across the region
    Organize communication forums for KPC Community Champions in conjunction with other stakeholders
    Facilitate the disbursement of grants and donations from the KPC Foundation to beneficiaries
    Fast track and facilitate initiatives that promote KPC’s Foundation commitment.
    Facilitate presentation of approved funds and ensure appropriate publicity and profiling
    Conduct research on the impact of KPC Foundation’s initiatives and implement remedial actions
    Facilitate sustainability reporting for the KPC
    Monitor the implementation of funded projects and evaluate their impacts
    Originate and disseminate relevant reports on the activities of the KPC Foundation
    Design and maintain data collection systems, ensuring that necessary information is collected, analysed, and used to guide the different projects.
    Conduct regular reviews of the data to enable the team to identify whether targets are being met and take immediate corrective actions so as to guide the Foundation.
    Perform analysis of data and information collected from the field monthly and quarterly to examine trends and identify gaps and well as strengthens and areas of intervention.

    Key Competencies

    Computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications,
    Cross‐functional, multi‐disciplinary project management and business analysis skills
    Proven networking skills and a demonstrated capacity to work independently and in partnership with internal and external stakeholders
    Have good report writing and communication skills
    A team player with excellent interpersonal skills
    Result driven and willing to work under tight deadlines
    Ability to travel within the region of KPC’s operation in pursuit of the company’s CSR objectives.
    High level of integrity.

    Qualifications & Experience required for appointment

    Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Social Sciences, Development studies, Statistics and Economics.
    Professional qualification in Community Development, Public Relations and Communication will be an added advantage.
    Minimum of six (6) years relevant experience.
    Experience in foundation management and/or related activities
    Membership to a relevant professional body

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  • Finance Manager Production Manager

    Finance Manager Production Manager

    (JOB REF: KYEB HR/01/2017-18)
    An officer at this level will head the Finance department and will report to the Chief Executive Officer.
    Duties and responsibilities will include:

    Developing financial management policies and procedures for the Board and ensuring their implementation
    Developing the finance strategy for the Board and ensuring its implementation
    Setting targets for the finance department and may occasionally be required to undertake ad hoc assignments relating to accounting services;
    Ensure Tax compliance and timely submission of statutory returns;
    Preparing periodical financial reports and ensuring management information is accurate, adequate and reliable for decision making.
    Preparing quarterly expenditure forecast as a basis for discussions with the Treasury for release of funds;
    Coordinating and analyzing Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) Budget;
    Preparing annual statutory accounts and manage statutory audits as well as implement the agreed upon internal and external audit recommendations;
    Coordinating budget preparation and developing;
    Team leader in financial resource allocation;
    Managing staff in the department including performance appraisal, assigning of tasks and guidance to achieve desired results;
    Responding to Audit Queries in consultation with CEO and head of the department.

    Minimum Requirements

    Be in possession of a Bachelor of Commerce/Business Administration or a related degree;
    Be a holder of CPA (K) or equivalent professional qualification;
    A Masters degree in any of the following areas: Business Administration (Finance/ Accounting), MSc. in Finance or equivalent from a recognized institution will be an added advantage;
    At least 10 years of overall professional experience with 6 of them in broad financial and operations management experience
    Registered member of Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) or any other relevant professional body in good standing.
    Demonstrated outstanding professional competence as reflected in work performance and results.
    Demonstrate knowledge of IFRS, IAS, and IPAS;
    Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite of Packages.

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