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  • Economist II Senior Economist Senior Research Officer Assistant Accountant Projects Treasury Accountant General Ledger & Payable Accountant Supply Chain Officer Supply Chain Management Manger Electrical Design Engineer Graduate Electrical Engineer Clerk of Works Substation Electrical Plant Engineer System Protection Engineer Transmission Lines Engineer Archives Assistant

    Economist II Senior Economist Senior Research Officer Assistant Accountant Projects Treasury Accountant General Ledger & Payable Accountant Supply Chain Officer Supply Chain Management Manger Electrical Design Engineer Graduate Electrical Engineer Clerk of Works Substation Electrical Plant Engineer System Protection Engineer Transmission Lines Engineer Archives Assistant

    REF: KETRACO/5/1C/40/112/VOL I-B
    To collect, analyse and maintain data and information for monitoring the Strategic Plan, Performance Contract and Annual Work Plan implementation, project planning data and annual work planning.
    Job Requirements
    For appointment to this grade, An officer must have: –

    Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: – Economics, Economics and Statistics, Strategic Planning/Management, Project Planning/Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
    Certificate in computer application skills and any other related professional qualifications;
    At least 3 (three) years relevant working experience.

    Key Tasks

    Participating in development and review of Strategic Plan;
    Preparing departmental annual work plans, budget and performance contract;
    Assisting other divisions/departments in implementation of work plans and performance contract;
    Collecting, collating, processing and administration of relevant statistical, projects planning and wheeling tariff/charge data;
    Participating in monitoring and evaluation of strategic plan, annual work plans, performance contracts on monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual basis;
    Give support to the Senior Technical Advisor to the MD in Projects Monitoring, Evaluation and Progress Documentation;
    Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

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  • Management Trainee Program 2018

    Management Trainee Program 2018

    The Management Trainee programme will run for a duration of two (2) years with periodic evaluations to confirm suitability for continued engagement to the end of the training period.
    Candidates will require to be available to work full time for the duration of the two year programme without exception. The successful trainees will be considered for absorption into permanent staff of the Company subject to availability of vacancies at the end of the programme.
    Requirements
    Interested candidates must meet the following criterion:

    A minimum of Bachelor’s degree, Second-class honors in any of the following disciplines or equivalent from a recognized University;
    Engineering: Mechanical, Electrical, Civil Chemical, Instrumentation & Control, Project Management, SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment & Quality Assurance).
    Other degrees: Accounting, Human Resources, ICT, Legal, Marketing, Supply Chain & Communication.
    Demonstratable relevant leadership capabilities through roles undertaken at school or community level;
    Must have graduated within the last five (5) years
    Be no more than thirty (30) years of age; and
    Significant progress towards a professional qualification will be an added advantage.

  • Finance Assistant

    Finance Assistant

    The Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK) is a statutory body established under Section 3 (1) of the Engineers Act 2011. The Board has the overall mandate of developing and regulating engineering practice in Kenya. The development and regulation of engineering practice is considered a key component to the achievement of infrastructure foundation under the Country’s Vision 2030 development blueprint.
    The Board is a successor to the Engineers Registration Board (ERB) established by the Engineers Registration Act, Cap 530 (1969).
    The Board has the following mandate:

    Registration of Engineers and Engineering Consulting Firms
    Regulating engineering professionals services
    Setting Standards
    Development of general practice of engineering ; and
    Training and Capacity Development.

    Job Grade: EBK 4 Job Ref. No: EBK/HR/VOL. I/217 Terms Of Service: Permanent and Pensionable Terms of Service.
    The job holder will be responsible for the supporting the general financial budgeting and cost management as well be responsible for revenue receipt, recording and recovery. The specific role of the job holder will be:
    Job Responsibilities

    The key duties and responsibilities tasks for this position will include:
    Assist in development of budgets, budgetary control and cost management to ensure effective and efficient utilization of resources in line with Board and Government financial management policies and procedures;
    Execute the function of the Revenue Officer of the Board. To receive, all revenue received and recover revenue receivable by the Board;
    Ensuring compliance with Government financial regulations; Including Public Finance Management laws and regulations;
    Assist in preparation of financial reports, including budget execution reports, quarterly and annual financial statements, reports for Performance Contract Reporting, Reports to development partners, management reports among others ;
    Assist in Liaising with the parent Ministry for Government grants and development partners;
    Assist in the provision of financial resources for the Board’s programmes and activities;
    May be deployed as a cashier where duties will entail receiving duly processed payments for payment and other duties that are performed in the cash office;
    Responsible for the safe custody of Board records and assets under him/her;
    Assisting in the preparation of departmental budgets; and
    Any other duty as may be assigned

    Qualifications

    Graduate of Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting or related field
    Certified Public Accountant (finalist)
    Proficiency in Microsoft packages (Especially Ms Word and Excel)
    Knowledge of Accounting System

    Key Competiencies

    Analytical skills
    Report writing skills
    Organisational skills
    High level of integrity
    Communications skills
    Proactive and self-motivated
    Team player
    Ability to work under pressure
    Ability to meet deadlines

  • Paid NCIA Librarian Internships 2018 Paid NCIA Supply Chain Management Internships 2018 Paid NCIA Human Resource Management Internships 2018

    Paid NCIA Librarian Internships 2018 Paid NCIA Supply Chain Management Internships 2018 Paid NCIA Human Resource Management Internships 2018

    Job Description

    Bachelor’s Degree in Library & Information technology from a recognized institution of higher learning
    Overall knowledge of computer software and hardware
    Excellent oral and written communication skills
    Spirit of service, Integrity and principled stewardship
    Candidates who have knowledge in Library software will have an added advantage
    Candidate who is conversant with Library management
    Knowledge of Handling Library Cataloging, classification, abstracting & Indexing
    Knowledge in reference resources, binding, accessioning, preservation
    Ability to undertake Library collections

    Additional Information

    Stipend will be paid monthly as provided by Government Internship Policy
    Duration of Program is Five (5) months
    Should not have benefitted from another internship program
    Age ( 23 to 35 years)
    Graduated between 2015 & 2017
    Certificate of Clearance from Police Service
    Computer Applications Knowledge
    Curriculum Vitae

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  • Senior Associate, MIS

    Senior Associate, MIS

    Evidence Action aims to be a world leader in scaling evidence-based and cost-effective programs to reduce the burden of poverty for hundreds of millions of people in the poorest places. Our two flagship at-scale programs, Deworm the World and Dispensers for Safe Water , reached over 200 million people this year. Three of our programs – Deworm the World, No Lean Season, and Dispensers for Safe Water – have been named ‘Top’ or ‘Standout’ charities by GiveWell in 2017, with Deworm the World being named a Top Charity for the 5th year in a row
    The Management and Information System (MIS) team is part of the larger Monitoring Learning and Information System (MLIS team) within Evidence Action. MLIS is an internal consulting team that provides timely access to data for evidence-based decision making for programs through well-designed monitoring and analysis. The MIS team is r esponsible for programming data collection and entry tools as well as managing information systems and cloud-based multi-user systems to ensure that Evidence Action’s programs have access to timely and useful data. The senior associate at MIS will be responsible for managing and delivering the team’s annual objectives and providing technical support both internally within the MIS team and externally with MLIS and othr Evidence Action program team staff. The position holder’s role will require keen technical ability combined with the project management skills to develop and manage program information systems.
    Duties and Responsibilities: As part of the wider MLIS team the Senior Associate will be responsible for delivery of team objectives and the day to day operations of the MIS team. Key responsibilities will include
    Overseeing the ongoing maintenance of the MLIS server to ensure its integrity and functionality.In particular:

    Conduct regular data back-up and syncing to safeguard the data in the cloud and local database.
    Support staff at MLIS and program teams to upload data to the server and download data when required as well as seek ways to improve server functionality for users (speed, storage etc.).
    Manage any upgrade and integration of new technologies onto the server as required.
    Work closely with the data collection team to support data collection activities so as to ensure that data being sent to the cloud data storage is being properly received.

    Manage the content, layout and functionality of the MLIS management information system (PROGMIS). The senior associate will:

    Ensure the MIS system (PROGMIS) is functioning properly and that data on the system is accurate and up to date.
    Manage PROGMIS users, maintaining existing accounts and adding new users when required. They will support new and existing users to access and use PROGMIS by providing regular training and developing ‘how to’ manuals and presentations.
    Work alongside other team members in MLIS as well as program teams to upgrade the layout and usability of PROGMIS, including developing more visually appealing and innovative ways to display data on the system (i.e dashboards, content layout) and take the lead in the implementation of suggested modifications and additions to PROGMIS.
    Maintain and upgrade the Evidence Action public dashboards that are currently linked to the PROGMIS system. This includes maintaining the functionality of these dashboards and regularly monitoring whether data uploaded is recent and accurate

    Be the lead for ensuring electronic data security at MLIS. The senior associate will review existing measures in place to protect MLIS electronic data and implement safeguards to further protect data making sure that all MLIS measure on data security are in line with Evidence Action’s global IT policy requirements.
    Manage the programming and upgrading of standardized electronic data collection instruments using ODK and other software. The senior associate will work with other teams in MLIS to maintain and update data dictionaries/codebooks for all data collection instruments used by MLIS. They will work closely with the data management team to ensure that data is clearly defined and remains consistent across all databases.
    Providing ongoing support to program teams on ad hoc information systems related tasks . This includes:

    Conducting research and providing guidance to program teams when required on new software/hardware and technologies that would assist program teams in ensuring better information management and program implementation.
    Offer technical systems to programs to resolve issues related to MLIS software or hardware (such as mobile phones)
    Provide capacity building to staff members (both MIS and other Evidence Action staff) on software/hardware related to information systems as required.

    Develop and manage the MIS team. The senior associate will be responsible for overseeing the MIS team including:

    Developing and implementing team workplans to inform immediate and long term activities and projects for MIS team, in line with Program needs and priorities.
    Oversee any deliverables completed by external vendors and ensure that all vendor outputs are delivered on time and as per terms of contracts
    Develop and communicate systems detailing interaction between other MLIS sub-teams and Programs with MIS platforms
    Develop MIS team and ensure smooth and continuous workflow and communication between team members by communicating job expectations, planning, monitoring and appraising job results.
    Organize team capacity building as required

    Key Performance Indicators:

    Maintaining and upgrading the MLIS management information system PROGMIS
    Maintaining and upgrading (as required) the MLIS server
    Enhancing electronic data security at MLIS
    Ensuring the that programming for electronic data collection tools is timely and accurate so that data collection for program teams is efficient and of high quality
    Be innovative in identifying ways to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of information system deliverables at MLIS, including identifying new technologies, software or processes that could enhance and simplify existing systems.

    Qualifications:

    A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology or information systems with demonstrated knowledge in system analysis and design
    Demonstrated knowledge in database design, development and maintenance using relational databases and database languages such as PostgreSQL/MySQL and/or Oracle is desirable.
    Experience developing data dashboards and/or experience developing or working with data visualization software
    Working knowledge in Linux server administration
    Demonstrated knowledge in the use and implementation of php/html/CSS/JavaScript or similar web and application development languages is required.
    Demonstrated knowledge of use of Linux server technology is desirable.
    Experience working with android survey technologies such ODK or SurveyCTO and Android application programming.
    Strong management skills and capacity to motivate, train, direct and supervise a team of associates and floating developers

    Additional skills include:

    Leadership and management skills, some prior experience of managing IS or IT teams would be valuable
    Strong self-motivation and ability to work vigilantly under minimum supervision.
    Innovative mind set and an enthusiastic approach to tasks and challenges.
    Ability to communicate articulately both in written and spoken English.
    Flexible mind set and a positive attitude to work in a fast changing environment.
    Good organization skills and strong ability to multitask.
    Ability and willingness to travel to field offices when need arises

  • Data Monitoring and Evaluation Assistant-Protection

    Data Monitoring and Evaluation Assistant-Protection

    ABOUT THE JOB
    The Protection Assistant – Data, Monitoring & Evaluation will primarily be responsible for ensuring GBV and other protection data is accurately and ethically collected, stored, analyzed & shared in strict adherence to the GBVIMS Guidelines and relevant protection standards. You will also be responsible for all monitoring and evaluation and reporting aspects of the DRC protection activities programme to inform better program interventions, work closely with all the DRC protection staff, M & E Coordinator & staff from partner agencies.
    YOUR MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Designing, planning & implementation of strategies for data collection & storage, analysis & sharing:
    Manage the Gender Based Violence Information Management System (GBVIMS) by ensuring accurate data entry into the incident recorder, clean up, storage and system maintenance including troubleshooting.
    Train & offer needed support to GBV staff to correctly & effectively use GBVIMS tools (GBV Classification tool, consent form, intake form, incident recorder & ISP)
    Strengthen and maintain networks with other Protection partners in Kakuma & Kalobeyei by attending GBV and GBVIMS working group meetings to help analyze GBV trends, findings and best practices.
    Ensure timely sharing of GBVIMS line data on a monthly basis to UNHCR focal point for consolidation.
    Ensure all SGBV data (GBV survivors data, NFI distribution data, persons reached in various activities) is AGD (Age, Gender and Diversity) disaggregated and safely stored;
    Conduct data analysis and provide inputs, information and statistics for monthly, quarterly, annual and other reports to the supervisor;
    Assist the SGBV Response and Prevention teams in creating awareness on SGBV in the Kakuma Camps and Kalobeyei Settlement by participating and documenting campaigns, referrals and focus group discussions.
    Design and Implementation of Monitoring & Evaluation Plans:
    Participate in the design and implementation of the M & E plans for the various protection projects;
    Perform regular field visits to ensure the quality of data collected and to verify the accuracy of reported data and provide feedback for adjustment of activities as needed;
    Participate in the baseline, mid-term and end of term evaluations of protection (SGBV) programmes in accordance with the LEAP framework
    Actively collaborate with the M & E Coordinator and provide inputs to develop databases on project activities/beneficiaries and assist to updating regularly the database according to the project requirements
    Generate tools for activity planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting & help in mid & end term project evaluation.
    Under the Supervision of the M & E Coordinator, support short-term M&E evaluators and experts as required.
    Under the direction of the M & E Coordinator, support research and study activities on M&E related issues.
    Report Writing & Documentation:
    Assist in compiling and submitting monthly SGBV reports to the Protection Team Leader for sharing
    Assist in the preparation of the sector’s operation plans/work plans & reviews
    Assist to maintaining a clear and transparent filing system
    Undertake any other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor

    ABOUT YOU

    Minimum of 2 years of work experience within the field of data and monitoring and evaluation;
    A Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work or other protection related Social Sciences and training in Protection Monitoring and Evaluation; or Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics / Information management Sciences and a strong background in Protection/GBV M & E.
    Minimum of 2 years of work within the field of Protection, SGBV, Social Work, Child Protection
    Experience in working with protection information management systems such as GBVIMS, CPIMS
    Experience in developing and implementing M&E plans.
    Experience in participatory assessment and community-based monitoring approaches;
    Clear understanding of Core Humanitarian Standards (CHS);
    Experience with capacity building of staff, and in convening and facilitating trainings and workshops

    DRC CORE COPETENCIES
    In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies:

    Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
    Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
    Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
    Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
    Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with our vision and values.

    WHAT WE OFFER
    Contract length: 12 months (3months probation)Designation of Duty Station: kakuma Refugee CampStart date: Feb 2018Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for National Staff
    If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please visit drc.ngo/jobsupport.

  • Sales and Accounts Executive

    Sales and Accounts Executive

    G4S is the leading global integrated security company specializing in the provision of security products, services and solutions. The group is active in more than 110 countries, and is the largest employer quoted on the London Stock Exchange with over 623,000 employees and has a secondary stock exchange listing in Copenhagen. We specialize in outsourced business processes and facilities in sectors where security and safety risks are considered a strategic threat.
    G4S in Africa:
    G4S is the largest private sector employer and largest security company in Africa, with operations in more than 30 African countries and more than 122 000 employees on the continent. In Kenya, G4S employs more than 14,000 people and we have a presence in all major urban centres within the country.
    Role Responsibility:

    Effective Selling and account management of G4S Integrated Secure Solutions
    Managing of individual pipeline & forecasting.
    Promotes/sells/secures orders from existing customers through a relationship-based approach.
    Acquire new sales within the assigned territory
    Initiates and coordinates development of action plans to penetrate new markets.
    Provides timely, accurate, competitive pricing on all completed prospect applications submitted for pricing and approval, while striving to maintain maximum profit margin.
    Manage and develop accounts within the allocated territory by maintaining professional relationships with key contacts and potential contacts.
    Conduct Market surveys and develop appropriate solutions to meet customer needs.
    Implement account organic growth strategies and ensure achievement of revenue set targets.
    Ensures risk and commercial contracts terms are appropriately applied by business when entering into an Integrated Security Solutions contracts
    Support bidding team during tendering process by providing any relevant supporting information during bidding and re –bidding.
    Provide proposals, quotations and presentations to customers.
    Meet sales targets as per Key Performance Indicators:

    Daily sales meeting
    Daily Calls
    Daily Emails
    Daily Proposals

    Maintains regular customer contact and communication by utilizing daily planned call cycles and scheduling daily meetings with existing and potential clients
    Participate in sales campaigns, sales drive activities.
    Effective Account Management

    Ensure customer satisfaction measures and KPIs are developed, achieved and maintained.
    Build meaningful internal and external relationships.
    Liaise with operations to ensure timely delivery of service and product.
    Identifies opportunity by translating our products and services into value for customers
    Have detailed G4S product/service knowledge.
    Speedy dissemination and redress of customer complaints and queries, in collaboration with relevant service line manager in charge.

    Effective reporting on Sales and Marketing activities
    Preparation and submission of monthly reports:

    Sales planner – weekly
    Sales performance report – Weekly
    Sales Activity Tracker – daily
    Provide Sales Manager with accurate information on new and lost business as required.
    Provide detailed feedback on customer issues and risks to assist Sales Management in decision-making.
    Effectively makes use of Salesforce and other systems to enhance delivery.
    Any other report as will be required by the Sales Manager

    Ensure Health & Safety Compliance

    Have knowledge of the company’s Health & Safety Standards
    Ensure compliance of Health & Safety Policy.

    The Ideal Candidate:
    Knowledge and Qualifications

    Degree in Sales & Marketing

    Higher diploma in other business related field will be advantageous

    Knowledge of the Kenyan market
    Proven track record in previous employment
    A valid Driver’s License with a minimum of two years continuous driving experience

    Experience

    2 years in a Service Industry or FMCG
    Experience in working in fast paced target driven environment

    Technical Skills

    Basic and Soft Selling Skills
    MS -Office
    Planning and Management Skills
    Presentation Skills

    Behavioral Skills – Support

    Understanding the organizational environment
    Understanding the organization’s goals and objectives
    Dealing with changing circumstances
    Supporting and working with others
    Delivering objectives
    Dealing with complexity
    Acting professionally
    Deliver great customer service
    Sharing and co-operating
    Demonstrate high Sales drive

  • Technology and Innovation Manager

    Technology and Innovation Manager

    Job description
    The Opportunity
    Living Goods is seeking a Technology and Innovation Manager to join our team in Nairobi. We believe that technology is an increasingly powerful and positive disruptive force in enabling Living Goods to provide effective community health service and drive impact. As the Technology and Innovation Manager, you will lead our Kenya technology team in designing, developing, testing, and rolling out, and supporting technology innovations to support LGK operations. You will provide management leadership for Tech projects though coordination and supervision of the implementation of project activities.
    Support product management and product design for all technology products, whether developed in-house at Living Goods or developed by vendors, ensuring effective communication across actors.
    Pioneer and implement game-changing innovations while managing Living Goods’ mission critical technologies, including mobile tools, data management systems and software needs.
    Responsibilities

    Service: Ensuring that all technology service needs are addressed, regardless of type, to comply with any prevailing SLAs and/or reasonable expectations of LGK operations.
    Service Improvements: Reviewing progress of Tech service improvement initiatives for LGK, escalating and contributing ideas as appropriate
    Risk: Ensuring that LGK Tech responds to all forms of end-to-end country business technology risk needs, including all audit, local regulatory, compliance, obsolescence, virus susceptibility and security needs. Escalate material technology risks to DTI and CTO for attention as appropriate.
    Vendors: Manage all local country-based technology vendors to address appropriate country requirements (e.g. local desktop, network and application support vendors). Provide escalation point for local vendor performance/service issues. Responsible to ensure LGK outsourcing relationships are governed and managed on an ongoing basis.
    Change Management: In approving system changes, act as the ‘gatekeeper’ of LGKs production environment by assessing impact and level of risk as a result of scheduled changes.
    Strategy: Understand and contribute to LGK country strategy. Evolve LGK technology roadmaps, aiming to minimize country-specific development. Provide technology thought leadership and influence LGK strategy with the effective and innovative deployment of technology.
    Satisfaction: Gauging business satisfaction with overall Tech service on a regular basis. Feedback to be channeled to DTI and CTO for improvement planning.
    Problem/Incident Management: For incidents having significant business impact, communicate/escalation service impact, recovery process, root cause, and mitigating actions, to DTI and CTO
    Risk: Ensure that country exposure to each form of technology risk is understood and managed.
    Capacity Planning & Tech HR: Work with LGK leadership to predict business volumes for business technology capacity planning. Manage LGK technology team, cultivating the growth of existing talent and bringing in new skills and experience where necessary.
    Governance: Provide LGK technology governance, including leading monthly/quarterly technology/LGK management sessions to address service, risk, projects, innovation and quality, and communicate initiatives and improvements
    Projects: Establish and implement appropriate IT project management plan and infrastructure and undertake continuous coordination and monitoring of the project activities to assess progress against planned delivery.
    Oversee development of innovative mobile marketing tools and platforms, e.g. data collection, training support, field sales force management, mobile money, customer financing, incentive systems, smart phone and tablet apps, GIS etc.
    Support management of all Living Goods management information systems.

    Qualifications

    University degree required, preference to candidates with Information Technology, Computer Science, Software Engineering or Business degrees.
    5+ years experience leading or implementing technology strategy for organizations with large teams, with exposure to: mobile-based systems, ERP, accounting systems, and CRMs.
    At least 3 years experience managing multi-stakeholder IT projects or programs.
    Experience leading and managing software application development for web or mobile platforms as well as developing database systems.
    Very strong project management skills, comfortable with managing complex project in one or more: SQL, PHP, Python, JavaScript, web-development and health systems development.

    Compensation
    A competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience including health insurance and bonus opportunity. The opportunity to be your best while making lives better for those in need.