Overall Responsibility
Responsible for the upkeep, configuration, secure, reliable operation of computer systems, network system and database servers. Ensures that the uptime, back-ups, performance, resources and security of the computers/systems being managed meet the needs of the users/organization.
Key areas of responsibility
The key roles will include, but not limited to:
Network administrator
Network monitoring, testing the network for weakness and keeping an eye out for needed updates.
Installing and implementing security programs
Evaluating and implementing network management software
Monitoring network traffic and bottleneck
Database administrator
Establishing the needs of users and monitoring user access and security
Controlling access permissions and privileges
Developing, managing and testing back-up and recovery plans
Ensuring that storage and archiving procedures are functioning correctly
Working closely with IT project managers, database programmers and software developers/programmers
Communicating regularly with technical, applications and operational staff to ensure database integrity and security
Maintains database performance by calculating optimum values for database parameters; implementing new releases; completing maintenance requirements; evaluating computer operating systems and hardware products
Systems
Administer the Microsoft exchange server and manager policies
Analyzing system logs and identifying potential issues with computer systems
Applying operative system updates, patches and configuration changes
Installing and configuring new hardware and software
Performing routine audits of systems and software
System performance tuning
Setup security policies for users
Configure, Add, Delete file systems. Knowledge of Volume management tools like Veritas e.t.c
Implement the policies for the use of the computer system and network.
Skills and Qualifications
A minimum B.sc. (Computer Science) graduate from a recognized university.
Must have a minimum five (5) years relevant experience in a busy IT environment
Must have relevant experience installing, configuring and supporting Microsoft applications; Windows active directory, SQL server, MS-Exchange, Configure and manage network devices (routers, switches and firewalls), Back-ups, network systems and database maintenance
Must have skills in security of the technology environment
Experience in project management is an added advantage
Available immediately
Aug 17, 2017
Full time
Overall Responsibility
Responsible for the upkeep, configuration, secure, reliable operation of computer systems, network system and database servers. Ensures that the uptime, back-ups, performance, resources and security of the computers/systems being managed meet the needs of the users/organization.
Key areas of responsibility
The key roles will include, but not limited to:
Network administrator
Network monitoring, testing the network for weakness and keeping an eye out for needed updates.
Installing and implementing security programs
Evaluating and implementing network management software
Monitoring network traffic and bottleneck
Database administrator
Establishing the needs of users and monitoring user access and security
Controlling access permissions and privileges
Developing, managing and testing back-up and recovery plans
Ensuring that storage and archiving procedures are functioning correctly
Working closely with IT project managers, database programmers and software developers/programmers
Communicating regularly with technical, applications and operational staff to ensure database integrity and security
Maintains database performance by calculating optimum values for database parameters; implementing new releases; completing maintenance requirements; evaluating computer operating systems and hardware products
Systems
Administer the Microsoft exchange server and manager policies
Analyzing system logs and identifying potential issues with computer systems
Applying operative system updates, patches and configuration changes
Installing and configuring new hardware and software
Performing routine audits of systems and software
System performance tuning
Setup security policies for users
Configure, Add, Delete file systems. Knowledge of Volume management tools like Veritas e.t.c
Implement the policies for the use of the computer system and network.
Skills and Qualifications
A minimum B.sc. (Computer Science) graduate from a recognized university.
Must have a minimum five (5) years relevant experience in a busy IT environment
Must have relevant experience installing, configuring and supporting Microsoft applications; Windows active directory, SQL server, MS-Exchange, Configure and manage network devices (routers, switches and firewalls), Back-ups, network systems and database maintenance
Must have skills in security of the technology environment
Experience in project management is an added advantage
Available immediately
IMA in Kenya is looking to recruit a Monitoring & Evaluation Officer for the Afya Jijini Project.
Role Summary
The Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Officer will work in a five-person team to ensure the successful monitoring and evaluation of community and facility health services for a set geographic area of the USAID-funded Afya Jijini project. Afya Jijini' s ultimate aim is to improve access and uptake of quality health services in Nairobi for the most pressing health issues, including among the most vulnerable and at-risk. The project seeks specifically to increase access and use of quality HIV; family planning (FP) and reproductive health (RH); maternal, neonatal and child health (MNCH); water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH), and nutrition services.
Based in Nairobi with frequent travel to informal settlements and health facilities in the county. S/he will work with the, sub county HRIOs, Afya Jijini HRIOs, and UHAI Team in strengthening facility Health information Management system. This will be done by improving facility accurate reporting rates, and creating demand for data use.
Working in a defined geographical area, the M&E Officer will work with health facilities, their catchment communities, CBOs and other stakeholders to complete data collection, analyze data, and use it for program improvement. The officer will also help plan and implement capacity strengthening approaches at the local level, including trainings and mentorship models to strengthen M&E for health services
Responsibilities
Assists with the development of project work plan and M&E Plan, reviewing indicators and setting performance targets for the project supported institutions
Work with the, sub county HRIOs, Afya Jijini M&E Assistants, HRIOs, and UHAI Team in strengthening sub county Health information Management system (Facility and community)
In collaboration with the Project M&E and UHAI Team, support the project M&E activities within the cluster and designated areas of Nairobi County.
Plan and support sub county M&E capacity building activities including trainings, CMEs, OJTs and other capacity strengthening activities for partners Ensure routine Data quality assessments, Data Use at facility on monthly basis and ensure quality improvement plans are implemented.
Ensure the existence of an effective and efficient filing system with a well-structured, organized and confidential filing system.
Prepare relevant tools, SOPs and guidelines for supported facility/community activities, ensuring all project M&E aligns with PEPFAR and GoK requirements.
Conduct frequent site visits to project health facilities and targeted communities aimed at providing documented M&E mentorship, support and supervision.
Support timely, complete and accurate data entry to DHIS system, DATIM, Trainet and other relevant reporting systems.
Assist in the design and management of the project internal databases (Both off and online), including developing analysed reports for project performance review
Review, analyse and roll up relevant project data to cluster, Advisors and management for regular reporting.
Help develop and execute project special assessments and evaluations, including the project baseline and health facility assessments.
Working with colleagues, analyse and assess the factors that hinder M&E data collection, analysis and use at project sites and within Sub-County and other government structures.
To succeed in this role you require:
At least a Bachelor's degree in Health Records and information, Medical statistics, Epidemiology/public Health, Health information System and Information Technology with experience in working with health programs required. Certification in M&E or Health records and information, will be an added advantage
5+ years of progressively responsible work experience in conducting M&E for HIV or other health projects within Kenya, including helping establish indicators and reporting systems for community- and facility-based projects.
Experience with data collection strategies across technical areas (HIV, MNCH, FP/RH, etc.) with a focus on participatory processes, integrated result based management and gender issues.
Knowledge and experience reporting with PEPFAR-recommended indicators for HIV and familiarity with other USG indicators in one or more additional project health technical areas.
Experience conducting training and capacity building related to data quality, data dissemination and information use (DDIU), and other M&E related issues for health facility staff, community projects and others.
Skills in conducting data quality audits and coaching for improved data performance.
Knowledge of different data collection approaches for facility- and community-based health project work.
Experience working on U.S. government (PEPFAR) or other large donor-funded projects preferred.
Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word, advanced Excel, and PowerPoint).
Knowledge and skills in online reporting platforms and/or statistical packages.
Aug 17, 2017
Full time
IMA in Kenya is looking to recruit a Monitoring & Evaluation Officer for the Afya Jijini Project.
Role Summary
The Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Officer will work in a five-person team to ensure the successful monitoring and evaluation of community and facility health services for a set geographic area of the USAID-funded Afya Jijini project. Afya Jijini' s ultimate aim is to improve access and uptake of quality health services in Nairobi for the most pressing health issues, including among the most vulnerable and at-risk. The project seeks specifically to increase access and use of quality HIV; family planning (FP) and reproductive health (RH); maternal, neonatal and child health (MNCH); water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH), and nutrition services.
Based in Nairobi with frequent travel to informal settlements and health facilities in the county. S/he will work with the, sub county HRIOs, Afya Jijini HRIOs, and UHAI Team in strengthening facility Health information Management system. This will be done by improving facility accurate reporting rates, and creating demand for data use.
Working in a defined geographical area, the M&E Officer will work with health facilities, their catchment communities, CBOs and other stakeholders to complete data collection, analyze data, and use it for program improvement. The officer will also help plan and implement capacity strengthening approaches at the local level, including trainings and mentorship models to strengthen M&E for health services
Responsibilities
Assists with the development of project work plan and M&E Plan, reviewing indicators and setting performance targets for the project supported institutions
Work with the, sub county HRIOs, Afya Jijini M&E Assistants, HRIOs, and UHAI Team in strengthening sub county Health information Management system (Facility and community)
In collaboration with the Project M&E and UHAI Team, support the project M&E activities within the cluster and designated areas of Nairobi County.
Plan and support sub county M&E capacity building activities including trainings, CMEs, OJTs and other capacity strengthening activities for partners Ensure routine Data quality assessments, Data Use at facility on monthly basis and ensure quality improvement plans are implemented.
Ensure the existence of an effective and efficient filing system with a well-structured, organized and confidential filing system.
Prepare relevant tools, SOPs and guidelines for supported facility/community activities, ensuring all project M&E aligns with PEPFAR and GoK requirements.
Conduct frequent site visits to project health facilities and targeted communities aimed at providing documented M&E mentorship, support and supervision.
Support timely, complete and accurate data entry to DHIS system, DATIM, Trainet and other relevant reporting systems.
Assist in the design and management of the project internal databases (Both off and online), including developing analysed reports for project performance review
Review, analyse and roll up relevant project data to cluster, Advisors and management for regular reporting.
Help develop and execute project special assessments and evaluations, including the project baseline and health facility assessments.
Working with colleagues, analyse and assess the factors that hinder M&E data collection, analysis and use at project sites and within Sub-County and other government structures.
To succeed in this role you require:
At least a Bachelor's degree in Health Records and information, Medical statistics, Epidemiology/public Health, Health information System and Information Technology with experience in working with health programs required. Certification in M&E or Health records and information, will be an added advantage
5+ years of progressively responsible work experience in conducting M&E for HIV or other health projects within Kenya, including helping establish indicators and reporting systems for community- and facility-based projects.
Experience with data collection strategies across technical areas (HIV, MNCH, FP/RH, etc.) with a focus on participatory processes, integrated result based management and gender issues.
Knowledge and experience reporting with PEPFAR-recommended indicators for HIV and familiarity with other USG indicators in one or more additional project health technical areas.
Experience conducting training and capacity building related to data quality, data dissemination and information use (DDIU), and other M&E related issues for health facility staff, community projects and others.
Skills in conducting data quality audits and coaching for improved data performance.
Knowledge of different data collection approaches for facility- and community-based health project work.
Experience working on U.S. government (PEPFAR) or other large donor-funded projects preferred.
Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word, advanced Excel, and PowerPoint).
Knowledge and skills in online reporting platforms and/or statistical packages.
The Office of the Auditor General (OAG)
Nairobi County, Kenya
Purpose
This position is responsible for the execution of audit functions assigned, and timely delivery of audit documentation from auditee institutions to management for review. The job holder will undertake assignments allocated to him / her by the team leader which may include performance audit, systems and process audit or audit of annual accounts of any entity funded from the public funds. The incumbents may also be deployed to work in Corporate Services Department.
Reporting to the team leader, the incumbents will be deployed to work in any of the OAG offices located in Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret, Kakamega, Nyeri, Embu,Garissa and Bungoma.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1) Conduct audit exercises and assurance in the auditee institutions, agencies and state corporations according to the prescribed scope within the audit process to ensure compliance with internal controls and procedures.
2) Review information systems and processes of the auditee institutions.
3) Confirm whether the auditees comply with appropriate standards and best practices.
4) Developing, presenting and finalizing audit reports.
5) Obtain in-depth understanding of each function being audited, identify and assess risk during the audit process
6) Prepare documentation i.e. working papers, planning memorandums and audit reports as required by management in line with the quality standards of the audit process.
Requirements for Appointment:
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
1) A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University preferably in the fields relevant to the audit function such as Auditing, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Law, Engineering or other relevant disciplines.
2) Demonstrate proficiency in Information and Communication Technology
3) Must have at least three years relevant experience.
Core Competencies:
1) Ethical -Understand ethical behaviour and public sector practices. Ensure that own behaviour and behaviour towards others is consistent with these standards and aligns with the values and ethical standards of the Office of the Auditor – General.
2) Linguistic Analytical Ability- Understands complicated linguistic information, both spoken and written. Produces own documents of high quality.
3) Problem Solving analytical ability- Assess problem situations to identify causes, gather and process relevant information, generate possible solutions, and make recommendations and/or resolve the problem
4) Effective Communication - Speak, listen and write in a clear, thorough and efficient manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques. Speak eloquently and engagingly in meetings, in one-on-one situations as well as in small and large groups. Listen, be receptive to the counterpart and adapt to the situation. Adjust the message to the recipient.
5) Teamwork- Work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions that enhance effectiveness within the Office.
Aug 16, 2017
Full time
Purpose
This position is responsible for the execution of audit functions assigned, and timely delivery of audit documentation from auditee institutions to management for review. The job holder will undertake assignments allocated to him / her by the team leader which may include performance audit, systems and process audit or audit of annual accounts of any entity funded from the public funds. The incumbents may also be deployed to work in Corporate Services Department.
Reporting to the team leader, the incumbents will be deployed to work in any of the OAG offices located in Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret, Kakamega, Nyeri, Embu,Garissa and Bungoma.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1) Conduct audit exercises and assurance in the auditee institutions, agencies and state corporations according to the prescribed scope within the audit process to ensure compliance with internal controls and procedures.
2) Review information systems and processes of the auditee institutions.
3) Confirm whether the auditees comply with appropriate standards and best practices.
4) Developing, presenting and finalizing audit reports.
5) Obtain in-depth understanding of each function being audited, identify and assess risk during the audit process
6) Prepare documentation i.e. working papers, planning memorandums and audit reports as required by management in line with the quality standards of the audit process.
Requirements for Appointment:
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
1) A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University preferably in the fields relevant to the audit function such as Auditing, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Law, Engineering or other relevant disciplines.
2) Demonstrate proficiency in Information and Communication Technology
3) Must have at least three years relevant experience.
Core Competencies:
1) Ethical -Understand ethical behaviour and public sector practices. Ensure that own behaviour and behaviour towards others is consistent with these standards and aligns with the values and ethical standards of the Office of the Auditor – General.
2) Linguistic Analytical Ability- Understands complicated linguistic information, both spoken and written. Produces own documents of high quality.
3) Problem Solving analytical ability- Assess problem situations to identify causes, gather and process relevant information, generate possible solutions, and make recommendations and/or resolve the problem
4) Effective Communication - Speak, listen and write in a clear, thorough and efficient manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques. Speak eloquently and engagingly in meetings, in one-on-one situations as well as in small and large groups. Listen, be receptive to the counterpart and adapt to the situation. Adjust the message to the recipient.
5) Teamwork- Work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions that enhance effectiveness within the Office.
International Business &Technical Consultants, Inc (IBTCI)
Nairobi County, Kenya
BTCI is seeking a Somali Senior Project Coordinator for a third party monitoring contract based in Nairobi, Kenya with travel to Somalia. The purpose of this contract is to establish a third-party monitoring system to verify and provide independent confirmation of humanitarian aid programs in Somalia. The Senior Project Coordinator will be responsible for managing the data collection and data verification activities. The Senior Project Coordinator will coordinate the field activities train the data collection staff, supervise the database management, verify the data collected, ensure accurate data is submitted on time and according to the requirements.
Successful Candidate Must be a Somali national.
Responsibilities
Essential Duties/Tasks and Responsibilities:
Provide management oversight for day-to-day field operations in South Central, Puntland and Somaliland.
Ensure the quality and accuracy of the monitoring process.
Provide onsite training of the enumerators provided by the project.
Ensure the third-party subcontractors submit timely monitoring reports.
Serve as liaison between IBTCI and the Somali Authority.
Meet with donor and implementing partners both in Nairobi and Somalia.
Partner with Senior Monitoring Specialist to oversee the quality of the data uploaded in the system.
Provide necessary training on data collection to the third-party subcontractors.
Advise the Chief of Party and Senior Monitoring Specialist of the security conditions on the ground in IBTCI areas of operations and make recommendations about whether site selection needs to be adjusted due to security situation on the ground in Somalia.
Lead the data quality review process related to the Data Quality Review (DQR) tool.
Serve a lead role in external presentations to the donor and implementing partners.
Support the design of survey instruments and lead data collection and report writing for surveys.
Lead the development of timely thematic reports on security, drought, population movements and other hot button issues that USAID may identify.
Qualifications
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Exceptional analytical, interpersonal, team management and computer skills.
Ability to interact with public, private and civil society leaders and groups concerning data collection and surveying for project verification and monitoring.
Minimum Requirements:
At least 5 years of experience in the humanitarian, transition or development field, including extensive use and application of qualitative inquiry methods and results.
Must have previous experience working in Somalia.
Ability to interact with public, private and civil society leaders and groups concerning data collection and surveying for project verification and monitoring.
Must be a Somali national.
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university/college in a relevant subject.
Working Environment: Work is typically performed in an office environment.
Physical Requirements: This is largely a sedentary position that requires the ability to speak, hear, see, and lift small objects up to 20 lbs.
Supervisory Responsibility: This position may have supervisory responsibilities.
Travel: Travel to Somalia is required.
Aug 16, 2017
Full time
BTCI is seeking a Somali Senior Project Coordinator for a third party monitoring contract based in Nairobi, Kenya with travel to Somalia. The purpose of this contract is to establish a third-party monitoring system to verify and provide independent confirmation of humanitarian aid programs in Somalia. The Senior Project Coordinator will be responsible for managing the data collection and data verification activities. The Senior Project Coordinator will coordinate the field activities train the data collection staff, supervise the database management, verify the data collected, ensure accurate data is submitted on time and according to the requirements.
Successful Candidate Must be a Somali national.
Responsibilities
Essential Duties/Tasks and Responsibilities:
Provide management oversight for day-to-day field operations in South Central, Puntland and Somaliland.
Ensure the quality and accuracy of the monitoring process.
Provide onsite training of the enumerators provided by the project.
Ensure the third-party subcontractors submit timely monitoring reports.
Serve as liaison between IBTCI and the Somali Authority.
Meet with donor and implementing partners both in Nairobi and Somalia.
Partner with Senior Monitoring Specialist to oversee the quality of the data uploaded in the system.
Provide necessary training on data collection to the third-party subcontractors.
Advise the Chief of Party and Senior Monitoring Specialist of the security conditions on the ground in IBTCI areas of operations and make recommendations about whether site selection needs to be adjusted due to security situation on the ground in Somalia.
Lead the data quality review process related to the Data Quality Review (DQR) tool.
Serve a lead role in external presentations to the donor and implementing partners.
Support the design of survey instruments and lead data collection and report writing for surveys.
Lead the development of timely thematic reports on security, drought, population movements and other hot button issues that USAID may identify.
Qualifications
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Exceptional analytical, interpersonal, team management and computer skills.
Ability to interact with public, private and civil society leaders and groups concerning data collection and surveying for project verification and monitoring.
Minimum Requirements:
At least 5 years of experience in the humanitarian, transition or development field, including extensive use and application of qualitative inquiry methods and results.
Must have previous experience working in Somalia.
Ability to interact with public, private and civil society leaders and groups concerning data collection and surveying for project verification and monitoring.
Must be a Somali national.
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university/college in a relevant subject.
Working Environment: Work is typically performed in an office environment.
Physical Requirements: This is largely a sedentary position that requires the ability to speak, hear, see, and lift small objects up to 20 lbs.
Supervisory Responsibility: This position may have supervisory responsibilities.
Travel: Travel to Somalia is required.
Position Scope:
The successful candidate will be responsible for the provision of legal services to the business in contracting, legal opinion and research, Power of Attorney management, probate administration, legal awareness training as well as office administration for the Legal Services Department. He or She will ensure minimized legal risk in line with the Bank’s strategy.
Key Responsibilities:
Undertake comprehensive, timely and accurate review of, and where required develop/draft legal documents, including but not limited to contracts/agreements/Credit documentation/leases /licenses/templates/notices) prior to the execution by, or on behalf of the Bank.
Handle litigation matters, for and against the Bank pertaining to debt recovery and operational matters by defending claims, arranging pre-trial meetings, attending Court sessions, and creditor’s meetings.
Provide sound legal advice to the Bank (branches and divisions) in all operational matters, emerging laws and regulations touching on commercial transactions, contracts, HR, credit and trade financing, among other areas.
Issue, coordinate, monitor and facilitate the carrying out of instructions to external lawyers on litigation matters both for and on behalf of the Bank to ensure that the time frames are observed as per statute /rules/ regulations.
Conduct legal research and advise on emerging legislation with regards to the Banking industry.
Facilitate debt recovery by issuing demands and notices to debtors and guarantors as well as responding to demands issued to the Bank.
Conduct quarterly reviews of the Bank’s litigation matters in order to reduce litigation portfolio by closing cases where recovery chances are slim.
Respond to customer complaints, customer demands and advice on how to fix any loopholes if any.
Collect, compile and collate evidence in litigation matters for purposes of the Banks defense in suits filed against it or for purposes of filing suit.
Generate reports to management on litigation matters, contracts and leases.
Ensure cost reduction in litigation and commercial matters by vetting fees notes and adoption of efficient systems/options.
Participate in meetings in conjunction with other departments for purposes of legal input and compliance e.g. disciplinary hearings and debt recovery negotiations.
Skills & Experience:
A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Law (LL.B)
At least Five (5) years’ working experience in a Law Firm or Financial Institution
Must be an advocate of the High Court of Kenya
CPS will be an added advantage
Knowledge and skills in Banking Operations and credit operations
Excellent knowledge of professional standards under the Advocates Act
Knowledge and experience in handling litigation matters, court rules and procedures.
Proficient in computer applications
Negotiation /Arbitration and Dispute resolution skills
Good interpersonal & communication skills
Aug 17, 2017
Full time
Position Scope:
The successful candidate will be responsible for the provision of legal services to the business in contracting, legal opinion and research, Power of Attorney management, probate administration, legal awareness training as well as office administration for the Legal Services Department. He or She will ensure minimized legal risk in line with the Bank’s strategy.
Key Responsibilities:
Undertake comprehensive, timely and accurate review of, and where required develop/draft legal documents, including but not limited to contracts/agreements/Credit documentation/leases /licenses/templates/notices) prior to the execution by, or on behalf of the Bank.
Handle litigation matters, for and against the Bank pertaining to debt recovery and operational matters by defending claims, arranging pre-trial meetings, attending Court sessions, and creditor’s meetings.
Provide sound legal advice to the Bank (branches and divisions) in all operational matters, emerging laws and regulations touching on commercial transactions, contracts, HR, credit and trade financing, among other areas.
Issue, coordinate, monitor and facilitate the carrying out of instructions to external lawyers on litigation matters both for and on behalf of the Bank to ensure that the time frames are observed as per statute /rules/ regulations.
Conduct legal research and advise on emerging legislation with regards to the Banking industry.
Facilitate debt recovery by issuing demands and notices to debtors and guarantors as well as responding to demands issued to the Bank.
Conduct quarterly reviews of the Bank’s litigation matters in order to reduce litigation portfolio by closing cases where recovery chances are slim.
Respond to customer complaints, customer demands and advice on how to fix any loopholes if any.
Collect, compile and collate evidence in litigation matters for purposes of the Banks defense in suits filed against it or for purposes of filing suit.
Generate reports to management on litigation matters, contracts and leases.
Ensure cost reduction in litigation and commercial matters by vetting fees notes and adoption of efficient systems/options.
Participate in meetings in conjunction with other departments for purposes of legal input and compliance e.g. disciplinary hearings and debt recovery negotiations.
Skills & Experience:
A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Law (LL.B)
At least Five (5) years’ working experience in a Law Firm or Financial Institution
Must be an advocate of the High Court of Kenya
CPS will be an added advantage
Knowledge and skills in Banking Operations and credit operations
Excellent knowledge of professional standards under the Advocates Act
Knowledge and experience in handling litigation matters, court rules and procedures.
Proficient in computer applications
Negotiation /Arbitration and Dispute resolution skills
Good interpersonal & communication skills
Position scope:
The successful candidate will be responsible for issuing Debit and Prepaid Cards as per the budget allocation while ensuring that the card products are competitive, profitable and functioning in line with customer value proposition. He / she will be required to manage third party relationships e.g. vendors, Visa etc through tracking card products and processes.
Key Responsibilities
Develop new products, drive card acquisition and marketing plans in line with the card business strategy.
Optimally drive growth in new card customer acquisition and usage.
Define, plan & execute card product enhancements to promote issuance and usage.
Engage key retailers and strategic partners to drive Debit and Prepaid sales as well as card utilization through their outlets.
Oversee relationship management of high net worth card customers, institutions and third parties involved in offering the card product to the customer.
Manage card product sales presentations and trainings within and without the bank.
Develop and agree on key KPIs for each card product, measure result against KPI and develop action plans to address shortfalls.
Manage projects on the roll out of new Debit and Prepaid card products.
Skills & Experience
Undergraduate degree from a recognized University.
MBA will be an added advantage
5 years banking experience of which 2 must have been in a supervisory role.
Minimum 3 years experience in specific industry expertise in payments, cards and/or card loyalty, both operationally and strategically
Must have thorough knowledge of payments, the payments industry and related technologies
Demonstrate hands on experience on card product development.
Strong background in product development and roll out, partner relations and change management.
Excellent communication skills, interpersonal and team management skills.
A good comprehension of the Card’s Regulations from a local and international standpoint.
A thorough knowledge of Small Medium Enterprise (SME) Products, Retail Banking products and services, and extensive Banking Industry knowledge.
Aug 17, 2017
Full time
Position scope:
The successful candidate will be responsible for issuing Debit and Prepaid Cards as per the budget allocation while ensuring that the card products are competitive, profitable and functioning in line with customer value proposition. He / she will be required to manage third party relationships e.g. vendors, Visa etc through tracking card products and processes.
Key Responsibilities
Develop new products, drive card acquisition and marketing plans in line with the card business strategy.
Optimally drive growth in new card customer acquisition and usage.
Define, plan & execute card product enhancements to promote issuance and usage.
Engage key retailers and strategic partners to drive Debit and Prepaid sales as well as card utilization through their outlets.
Oversee relationship management of high net worth card customers, institutions and third parties involved in offering the card product to the customer.
Manage card product sales presentations and trainings within and without the bank.
Develop and agree on key KPIs for each card product, measure result against KPI and develop action plans to address shortfalls.
Manage projects on the roll out of new Debit and Prepaid card products.
Skills & Experience
Undergraduate degree from a recognized University.
MBA will be an added advantage
5 years banking experience of which 2 must have been in a supervisory role.
Minimum 3 years experience in specific industry expertise in payments, cards and/or card loyalty, both operationally and strategically
Must have thorough knowledge of payments, the payments industry and related technologies
Demonstrate hands on experience on card product development.
Strong background in product development and roll out, partner relations and change management.
Excellent communication skills, interpersonal and team management skills.
A good comprehension of the Card’s Regulations from a local and international standpoint.
A thorough knowledge of Small Medium Enterprise (SME) Products, Retail Banking products and services, and extensive Banking Industry knowledge.
Position Scope:
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the Card Operations Unit by providing leadership, administration, governance, performance & productivity management. The role holder will manage the daily activities and any assigned projects related to the unit as well as implement card operations policies and procedures while recommending changes to increase efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership and team management to ensure accurate and timely execution of all transactions including management of the card production process, card transactions clearing, Inter affiliate settlement such as VISA, Pesa Point, Post Bank and others that may be assigned, Dispute management and resolution to meet the unit’s objectives.
Provide Leadership in Risk control for the unit by implementing and ensuring there is adequate controls framework e.g. maker, checker, Financial, process and access controls, compliance to various standards e.g. CBK Prudential guidelines.
Ensure Tranzware card system Trial balance is duly reconciled and Reported in General ledger in the BFUB system
Manage the end to end card production process which involves the delivery of the card to the customer within existing SLA
Manage all disputed cases to ensure that they are investigated, tracked and resolved within acceptable time frame
Manage communications related to the unit between internal, third party and external parties on issues raised within SLA to ensure seamless operation.
Leads in the implementation of system changes to support new products, ensures system integrity and recommends changes to more efficiently and effectively support services offered. This is to be executed within the Project plan and budget for resource not limited to time and staffing.
Daily submission of unit dashboards, books of accounts and reconciliation reports.
Monthly submission of statutory reports to CBK, Finance Department, Quarterly reporting to VISA and Human resource on staff performance among others
Provide support to stakeholders in regards to Assurance reports or submissions from the department e.g. Audit and Risk Units
Ensure an up to date alignment with the regulations that may be affecting the unit from stakeholders such as Visa among others and communication of the same with the relevant internal stakeholders.
Management of operating and capital expenses within the budget and preparation of reports for management review.
Build constructive and effective relationships within the team to support a collaborative working environment.
Training and coaching the team on various key task relating to the duties assigned
Skills & Experience:
A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Business or Information Technology related field
Any Banking qualification / Business related professional qualification
Professional Accounting qualification- ACCA or CPA
At least five (5) years experience in Banking, two (2) of which should be in a supervisory role
Two (2) years’ experience in card business or any other relevant experience
Risk assessment and management
Presentation, influencing and negotiating Communication
Knowledge in six sigma or other processing leaning methodologies
Visa Related Training and certifications
Knowledge in Card Operations activities and related risk
A good Knowledge of Banking laws and regulations
Ability to drive change
Analytical - highly analytical and ability to challenge status quo based on quantitative facts and impacts.
Report writing - ability to develop reports & cost benefit analysis know how
Managing relationships , Meeting customer needs and Stakeholder Management
Personal organization , Decisiveness, Entrepreneurial mindset
Aug 17, 2017
Full time
Position Scope:
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the Card Operations Unit by providing leadership, administration, governance, performance & productivity management. The role holder will manage the daily activities and any assigned projects related to the unit as well as implement card operations policies and procedures while recommending changes to increase efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership and team management to ensure accurate and timely execution of all transactions including management of the card production process, card transactions clearing, Inter affiliate settlement such as VISA, Pesa Point, Post Bank and others that may be assigned, Dispute management and resolution to meet the unit’s objectives.
Provide Leadership in Risk control for the unit by implementing and ensuring there is adequate controls framework e.g. maker, checker, Financial, process and access controls, compliance to various standards e.g. CBK Prudential guidelines.
Ensure Tranzware card system Trial balance is duly reconciled and Reported in General ledger in the BFUB system
Manage the end to end card production process which involves the delivery of the card to the customer within existing SLA
Manage all disputed cases to ensure that they are investigated, tracked and resolved within acceptable time frame
Manage communications related to the unit between internal, third party and external parties on issues raised within SLA to ensure seamless operation.
Leads in the implementation of system changes to support new products, ensures system integrity and recommends changes to more efficiently and effectively support services offered. This is to be executed within the Project plan and budget for resource not limited to time and staffing.
Daily submission of unit dashboards, books of accounts and reconciliation reports.
Monthly submission of statutory reports to CBK, Finance Department, Quarterly reporting to VISA and Human resource on staff performance among others
Provide support to stakeholders in regards to Assurance reports or submissions from the department e.g. Audit and Risk Units
Ensure an up to date alignment with the regulations that may be affecting the unit from stakeholders such as Visa among others and communication of the same with the relevant internal stakeholders.
Management of operating and capital expenses within the budget and preparation of reports for management review.
Build constructive and effective relationships within the team to support a collaborative working environment.
Training and coaching the team on various key task relating to the duties assigned
Skills & Experience:
A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Business or Information Technology related field
Any Banking qualification / Business related professional qualification
Professional Accounting qualification- ACCA or CPA
At least five (5) years experience in Banking, two (2) of which should be in a supervisory role
Two (2) years’ experience in card business or any other relevant experience
Risk assessment and management
Presentation, influencing and negotiating Communication
Knowledge in six sigma or other processing leaning methodologies
Visa Related Training and certifications
Knowledge in Card Operations activities and related risk
A good Knowledge of Banking laws and regulations
Ability to drive change
Analytical - highly analytical and ability to challenge status quo based on quantitative facts and impacts.
Report writing - ability to develop reports & cost benefit analysis know how
Managing relationships , Meeting customer needs and Stakeholder Management
Personal organization , Decisiveness, Entrepreneurial mindset
We are seeking to recruit a highly motivated individual to fill the position of Risk & Quality Executive in our Assurance Line of Service.
Roles & Responsibilities
Working with the assurance staff and partners to deliver the overall Risk and Quality agenda in the practice: •To document the assurance quality management system i.e. key controls , related policies and processes •Prepare a risk and quality plan and an Audit Quality Risk assessment that incorporates actions aimed at compliance with the global Risk Management standards. •Conduct internal compliance testing to ensure that engagement teams/practice have complied with various audit review elements •Assess the impact of findings on the firms quality control system and determining the root causes to enable the firm to remediate •Monitor the implementation of the annual Audit Quality Risk Assessment (AQRA) and annual Risk and Quality plans on a periodic basis. •Prepare reports on a periodic basis on the Risk & Quality activities for the Assurance leadership showing results of monitoring activities including; Results of compliance testing; Implementation of the Audit Quality Risk Assessment and Risk & Quality plans; Remediation plans •Participate in the independent testing of quality control systems within the Africa Central region •Provide day to day support to teams conducting the annual assessment of the quality and compliance of the Assurance practice.
Requirements
The successful candidate will be required to have the following qualifications and demonstrable skills, competencies and experience: •University degree in business management, or a related field from a recognized institution •Experience of managing own workload with limited supervision and also working in a team environment to ensure deadlines are achieved •Broad and pragmatic thinker, capable of quickly interpreting information and presenting arguments in a clear and reasoned way •Thorough and accurate, capable of identifying the key issues without getting lost in the detail •Significant experience in a similar role will be an added advantage
Additional Information
The right candidate will possess the following credentials: •Substantial experience in a related business environment preferably in an internal audit and compliance role •Good working knowledge of IT systems •High level of tact and diplomacy and the ability to use appropriate styles and methods of communication to ensure a professional yet personal engagement skills •Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information in a discreet and professional manner •Proven administrative experience and excellent organizational skills combined with the ability to develop improve and maintain administrative systems •Ability to build effective working relationships with others – at all levels of the organization •Ability to organize multiple tasks, prioritizing and delegating appropriately and saying “no” or finding alternative solutions when appropriate •Understanding of importance of Risk Management and ability to conceptualize support to compliance office •Proven ability to remain calm, focused and organized and to deliver results on time when under pressure and with rapidly changing circumstances •Excellent written and spoken English •A commitment to and understanding of the principles relating to the firm’s values and aims
Aug 17, 2017
Full time
We are seeking to recruit a highly motivated individual to fill the position of Risk & Quality Executive in our Assurance Line of Service.
Roles & Responsibilities
Working with the assurance staff and partners to deliver the overall Risk and Quality agenda in the practice: •To document the assurance quality management system i.e. key controls , related policies and processes •Prepare a risk and quality plan and an Audit Quality Risk assessment that incorporates actions aimed at compliance with the global Risk Management standards. •Conduct internal compliance testing to ensure that engagement teams/practice have complied with various audit review elements •Assess the impact of findings on the firms quality control system and determining the root causes to enable the firm to remediate •Monitor the implementation of the annual Audit Quality Risk Assessment (AQRA) and annual Risk and Quality plans on a periodic basis. •Prepare reports on a periodic basis on the Risk & Quality activities for the Assurance leadership showing results of monitoring activities including; Results of compliance testing; Implementation of the Audit Quality Risk Assessment and Risk & Quality plans; Remediation plans •Participate in the independent testing of quality control systems within the Africa Central region •Provide day to day support to teams conducting the annual assessment of the quality and compliance of the Assurance practice.
Requirements
The successful candidate will be required to have the following qualifications and demonstrable skills, competencies and experience: •University degree in business management, or a related field from a recognized institution •Experience of managing own workload with limited supervision and also working in a team environment to ensure deadlines are achieved •Broad and pragmatic thinker, capable of quickly interpreting information and presenting arguments in a clear and reasoned way •Thorough and accurate, capable of identifying the key issues without getting lost in the detail •Significant experience in a similar role will be an added advantage
Additional Information
The right candidate will possess the following credentials: •Substantial experience in a related business environment preferably in an internal audit and compliance role •Good working knowledge of IT systems •High level of tact and diplomacy and the ability to use appropriate styles and methods of communication to ensure a professional yet personal engagement skills •Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information in a discreet and professional manner •Proven administrative experience and excellent organizational skills combined with the ability to develop improve and maintain administrative systems •Ability to build effective working relationships with others – at all levels of the organization •Ability to organize multiple tasks, prioritizing and delegating appropriately and saying “no” or finding alternative solutions when appropriate •Understanding of importance of Risk Management and ability to conceptualize support to compliance office •Proven ability to remain calm, focused and organized and to deliver results on time when under pressure and with rapidly changing circumstances •Excellent written and spoken English •A commitment to and understanding of the principles relating to the firm’s values and aims
The Capital Markets and Accounting Advisory Services (CMAAS) Group is a team of specialists within the Assurance practice. The Group acts as a centre of excellence for capital markets transactions and provides distinctive services to companies in connection with capital markets transactions, support for a range of M&A, divestiture and PE transactions; and solutions to complex financial reporting, accounting and business issues. We are looking for an individual to join our East Africa’s rapidly developing Capital Markets and Accounting Advisory Services (CMAAS) practice at Manager level.
Roles & Responsibilities
1.Provide accounting advisory services to clients on complex accounting issues including revenue recognition, business combinations, consolidations, financial instruments, income taxes and stock-based compensation. 2.Advice clients on the implementation of new accounting standards (IFRS 9, IFRS 15, IFRS 16 and IFRS 17) 3.Conduct and facilitate IFRS trainings and seminars both internal and external. 4.Advice clients on complex accounting and financial reporting matters arising from divestitures, mergers and acquisitions, IPOs, debt and equity security offerings, IFRS adoption among others. 5.Provide support on accounting and reporting technical matters, including topics such as revenue recognition, impairment of goodwill and business combinations. 6.Perform the valuation of complex financial instruments for accounting, regulatory, trading or deals purposes. 7.Develop or validate various models used to perform fair value calculations on financial instruments. 8.Carry out and support business development activities to create new opportunities and translate to wins 9.Lead efficient and effective working teams to address client's complex accounting and reporting issues. 10.Analyse prospective financial statements as well as participate in client meetings and site visits; identify issues; and propose strategies related to the procedures executed as well as actively contribute to report generation.
Knowledge, experience and qualifications required
1.A Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or related discipline. 2.Should possess an accounting qualification e.g. CA/ACCA/CPA 3.At least 4-6 years’ experience in financial reporting 4.Experience in accounting framework conversions (IFRS). 5.Extensive knowledge of IFRS and related financial reporting concepts and rules to resolve client issues, for example such as relating to: Financial instruments; Leasing; Consolidations; IFRS conversions; Fair value assessments; Revenue recognition; and Business combination regulations. 6.Experience in serving large public and private clients in a variety of industries. 7.Experience and/or a proven record of success in a project engagement role related to, advising multi-national, publicly-traded companies and private equity firms on a broad range of technical accounting, financial reporting, and capital markets accounting topics. 8.Big 4 firm experience would be an added advantage
Personal attributes
1.Strong leadership skills. 2.Confident, articulate and clear communication skills. 3.Strong numerical and advanced analytical skills. 4.Excellent attention to detail. 5.Ability to work effectively with teams and other managers. 6.Sound problem solving, decision making and judgment. 7.Excellent ability to build strong working relationships. 8.Open and approachable management style. 9.Ability to work both as an individual and a team player. 10.Able to inspire and leads others to achieve challenging results. 11.Integrity and good moral standing. 12.Business acumen and commercial skills. 13.Excellent planning and organizational skills. 14.Strong people management skills
Aug 17, 2017
Full time
The Capital Markets and Accounting Advisory Services (CMAAS) Group is a team of specialists within the Assurance practice. The Group acts as a centre of excellence for capital markets transactions and provides distinctive services to companies in connection with capital markets transactions, support for a range of M&A, divestiture and PE transactions; and solutions to complex financial reporting, accounting and business issues. We are looking for an individual to join our East Africa’s rapidly developing Capital Markets and Accounting Advisory Services (CMAAS) practice at Manager level.
Roles & Responsibilities
1.Provide accounting advisory services to clients on complex accounting issues including revenue recognition, business combinations, consolidations, financial instruments, income taxes and stock-based compensation. 2.Advice clients on the implementation of new accounting standards (IFRS 9, IFRS 15, IFRS 16 and IFRS 17) 3.Conduct and facilitate IFRS trainings and seminars both internal and external. 4.Advice clients on complex accounting and financial reporting matters arising from divestitures, mergers and acquisitions, IPOs, debt and equity security offerings, IFRS adoption among others. 5.Provide support on accounting and reporting technical matters, including topics such as revenue recognition, impairment of goodwill and business combinations. 6.Perform the valuation of complex financial instruments for accounting, regulatory, trading or deals purposes. 7.Develop or validate various models used to perform fair value calculations on financial instruments. 8.Carry out and support business development activities to create new opportunities and translate to wins 9.Lead efficient and effective working teams to address client's complex accounting and reporting issues. 10.Analyse prospective financial statements as well as participate in client meetings and site visits; identify issues; and propose strategies related to the procedures executed as well as actively contribute to report generation.
Knowledge, experience and qualifications required
1.A Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or related discipline. 2.Should possess an accounting qualification e.g. CA/ACCA/CPA 3.At least 4-6 years’ experience in financial reporting 4.Experience in accounting framework conversions (IFRS). 5.Extensive knowledge of IFRS and related financial reporting concepts and rules to resolve client issues, for example such as relating to: Financial instruments; Leasing; Consolidations; IFRS conversions; Fair value assessments; Revenue recognition; and Business combination regulations. 6.Experience in serving large public and private clients in a variety of industries. 7.Experience and/or a proven record of success in a project engagement role related to, advising multi-national, publicly-traded companies and private equity firms on a broad range of technical accounting, financial reporting, and capital markets accounting topics. 8.Big 4 firm experience would be an added advantage
Personal attributes
1.Strong leadership skills. 2.Confident, articulate and clear communication skills. 3.Strong numerical and advanced analytical skills. 4.Excellent attention to detail. 5.Ability to work effectively with teams and other managers. 6.Sound problem solving, decision making and judgment. 7.Excellent ability to build strong working relationships. 8.Open and approachable management style. 9.Ability to work both as an individual and a team player. 10.Able to inspire and leads others to achieve challenging results. 11.Integrity and good moral standing. 12.Business acumen and commercial skills. 13.Excellent planning and organizational skills. 14.Strong people management skills
Netherlands Development Organization (SNV)
Nairobi County, Kenya
SNV is currently seeking applications from qualified candidates for a Project Manager position for the Kenya Market-led Horticulture Program (KMHP). The KMHP is a five-year, 6-million euro project funded by the Netherland’s Embassy in Nairobi as part of its food security and private sector development agenda. KMHP is implemented by a consortium of partners, headed by SNV/Kenya Netherlands Development Organisation and includes HIVOS, Solidaridad, Wageningen-WUR and DLV Plant.
The project consists of a number of market oriented Business Cases, implemented by Dutch and Kenyan entrepreneurs, producing vegetables for domestic or export markets. Partners will make use of innovative, but proven, Dutch technologies and products as well as market linkages. KMHP focusses on entrepreneurial, small and medium sized farmers, who are able to pilot with and invest in new horticultural technologies and innovations. KMHP will build on experiences of ongoing and new, market oriented business cases (BCs). These BCs have to be economically viable and sustainable in the first place. KMHP will simultaneously address market inefficiencies and supply chains performance issues such as food safety and pesticide usage, food losses and waste in vegetable supply chains and small farmers’ inclusive sourcing models for domestic and international markets. These cross cutting, more generic issues will be addressed at sector level in cooperation with Kenyan Government agencies and should simultaneously enhance the performance of the business cases/supply chain projects. KHMP activities are aligned with the Dutch Government “trade and development policy”. KMHP aims to facilitate Dutch and Kenyan companies and SME farmers in Kenya to produce and market better quality vegetables and creating improved access to domestic and export markets, through enhancing entrepreneurial skills.
SNV Kenya is looking for a seasoned project manager to manage KMHP project. The candidate will have the following profile:
Strategy development in terms of choice of interventions, clients and partnerships, in view of KMHP being market-led and driving innovation (sector development & competitiveness, enhancing entrepreneurial skills and to assure synergy between the various KMHP intervention areas or agendas and the need for a “common approach”).
Strong in partnership development, particularly at the sector level with Kenyan industry associations, policy makers and regulators. But also with private sector partners/companies in the Netherlands and Kenya and program partners as well as other development programs and donors
Exposure to project development and management at sector/systemic level, including the management of projects under the Investment Fund, Horticultural supply chain pilots and capacity building/institutional development.
With the ability to oversee KMHP’s M&E and Knowledge Development Agenda. This entails the annual review and update – with the Team and the M&E Officer - of KMHP’s Theory of Change, results framework and annual work plans, design and quality assurance of the M&E framework, and design/quality assurance of a framework for documentation of interventions around innovations facilitated by KMHP - and lessons learnt for sharing with industry stakeholders including policy makers and regulators (if and as relevant).
Key Responsibilities
Execute overall project management, overall management of all human, physical and financial resources related to the project;
Guide the project set-up, including developing work plans, budgets and competence table with financial responsibilities and mandates;
Build, strengthen and manage partnerships with regional governments, key partners, institutions and stakeholders including liaising with international and national experts in the Netherlands and Kenya;
Identify market oriented, commercial Vegetable Product Market Combinations (Business Cases), in close cooperation with stakeholders, in particular with traders, buyers and end users of vegetables in Kenya and abroad;
Facilitate business matchmaking and market access: negotiate strategic alliances between partners, and facilitate meetings to develop Supply Chain Business Cases and to reach consensus between supply chain partners;
Identify investment opportunities in supply chains and market development;
Collect, organise and analyse market intelligence, information about markets and market partners and develop sustainable Supply Chain Business Cases in collaboration with commercial partners;
Liaise with local, public and private knowledge and training providers to explore their potential contribution to the KMHP program;
Organise and facilitate training activities with Kenyan and Netherlands’ partners;
Conduct and supervise impact monitoring and evaluation activities;
Provide input for various internal and external publications and reports;
Networking and representing the KMHP program at national/international level during fairs, seminars and other platforms in collaboration with the KMHP management team;
Identify follow-up funding and partnership possibilities with country management and business development.
Candidate Profile
Management Competence
Substantial experience of programme management of large-scale, complex development cooperation project; strong private sector and business attitude;
At least 7 years of demonstrable experience in managing projects in a flexible and entrepreneurial manner, with a facilitative approach, while retaining strong focus on results and project implementation;
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with proven team-building ability, necessary to support, motivate and mentor staff and partners;
Ability to create a creative, open-minded, constructive and innovative working environment;
Ability to incorporate or work with local organisations and actors in accordance to relevant Kenya in economics, business administration, agribusiness or marketing with emphasis on business development and marketing strategies, communication, public relations context;
Proven track record of managing project budget and financial planning.
Technical Knowledge
Master’s Degree in relevant discipline: economics, business administration, agribusiness or marketing with emphasis on business development and marketing strategies, communication, public relations;
At least 5 years of practical experience in market facilitation and business development in the public as well as in the private sector;
Knowledge and experience on aspects of fresh and processed agro-food sector and agricultural supply chains in Kenya;
Good network in the Kenya and Dutch horticulture sector is an advantage;
Other Skills:
Excellent and demonstrable analytical skills,
Full professional proficiency in spoken and written English,
Self-reliant in computer skills,
Other relevant knowledge and specific experiences related to the aims and focus of the project within the context of Kenya.
Additional Information
Contract Type : International
Contract Duration : Two years with a possibility of extension
Desired Start Date : October 2017
Aug 16, 2017
Full time
SNV is currently seeking applications from qualified candidates for a Project Manager position for the Kenya Market-led Horticulture Program (KMHP). The KMHP is a five-year, 6-million euro project funded by the Netherland’s Embassy in Nairobi as part of its food security and private sector development agenda. KMHP is implemented by a consortium of partners, headed by SNV/Kenya Netherlands Development Organisation and includes HIVOS, Solidaridad, Wageningen-WUR and DLV Plant.
The project consists of a number of market oriented Business Cases, implemented by Dutch and Kenyan entrepreneurs, producing vegetables for domestic or export markets. Partners will make use of innovative, but proven, Dutch technologies and products as well as market linkages. KMHP focusses on entrepreneurial, small and medium sized farmers, who are able to pilot with and invest in new horticultural technologies and innovations. KMHP will build on experiences of ongoing and new, market oriented business cases (BCs). These BCs have to be economically viable and sustainable in the first place. KMHP will simultaneously address market inefficiencies and supply chains performance issues such as food safety and pesticide usage, food losses and waste in vegetable supply chains and small farmers’ inclusive sourcing models for domestic and international markets. These cross cutting, more generic issues will be addressed at sector level in cooperation with Kenyan Government agencies and should simultaneously enhance the performance of the business cases/supply chain projects. KHMP activities are aligned with the Dutch Government “trade and development policy”. KMHP aims to facilitate Dutch and Kenyan companies and SME farmers in Kenya to produce and market better quality vegetables and creating improved access to domestic and export markets, through enhancing entrepreneurial skills.
SNV Kenya is looking for a seasoned project manager to manage KMHP project. The candidate will have the following profile:
Strategy development in terms of choice of interventions, clients and partnerships, in view of KMHP being market-led and driving innovation (sector development & competitiveness, enhancing entrepreneurial skills and to assure synergy between the various KMHP intervention areas or agendas and the need for a “common approach”).
Strong in partnership development, particularly at the sector level with Kenyan industry associations, policy makers and regulators. But also with private sector partners/companies in the Netherlands and Kenya and program partners as well as other development programs and donors
Exposure to project development and management at sector/systemic level, including the management of projects under the Investment Fund, Horticultural supply chain pilots and capacity building/institutional development.
With the ability to oversee KMHP’s M&E and Knowledge Development Agenda. This entails the annual review and update – with the Team and the M&E Officer - of KMHP’s Theory of Change, results framework and annual work plans, design and quality assurance of the M&E framework, and design/quality assurance of a framework for documentation of interventions around innovations facilitated by KMHP - and lessons learnt for sharing with industry stakeholders including policy makers and regulators (if and as relevant).
Key Responsibilities
Execute overall project management, overall management of all human, physical and financial resources related to the project;
Guide the project set-up, including developing work plans, budgets and competence table with financial responsibilities and mandates;
Build, strengthen and manage partnerships with regional governments, key partners, institutions and stakeholders including liaising with international and national experts in the Netherlands and Kenya;
Identify market oriented, commercial Vegetable Product Market Combinations (Business Cases), in close cooperation with stakeholders, in particular with traders, buyers and end users of vegetables in Kenya and abroad;
Facilitate business matchmaking and market access: negotiate strategic alliances between partners, and facilitate meetings to develop Supply Chain Business Cases and to reach consensus between supply chain partners;
Identify investment opportunities in supply chains and market development;
Collect, organise and analyse market intelligence, information about markets and market partners and develop sustainable Supply Chain Business Cases in collaboration with commercial partners;
Liaise with local, public and private knowledge and training providers to explore their potential contribution to the KMHP program;
Organise and facilitate training activities with Kenyan and Netherlands’ partners;
Conduct and supervise impact monitoring and evaluation activities;
Provide input for various internal and external publications and reports;
Networking and representing the KMHP program at national/international level during fairs, seminars and other platforms in collaboration with the KMHP management team;
Identify follow-up funding and partnership possibilities with country management and business development.
Candidate Profile
Management Competence
Substantial experience of programme management of large-scale, complex development cooperation project; strong private sector and business attitude;
At least 7 years of demonstrable experience in managing projects in a flexible and entrepreneurial manner, with a facilitative approach, while retaining strong focus on results and project implementation;
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with proven team-building ability, necessary to support, motivate and mentor staff and partners;
Ability to create a creative, open-minded, constructive and innovative working environment;
Ability to incorporate or work with local organisations and actors in accordance to relevant Kenya in economics, business administration, agribusiness or marketing with emphasis on business development and marketing strategies, communication, public relations context;
Proven track record of managing project budget and financial planning.
Technical Knowledge
Master’s Degree in relevant discipline: economics, business administration, agribusiness or marketing with emphasis on business development and marketing strategies, communication, public relations;
At least 5 years of practical experience in market facilitation and business development in the public as well as in the private sector;
Knowledge and experience on aspects of fresh and processed agro-food sector and agricultural supply chains in Kenya;
Good network in the Kenya and Dutch horticulture sector is an advantage;
Other Skills:
Excellent and demonstrable analytical skills,
Full professional proficiency in spoken and written English,
Self-reliant in computer skills,
Other relevant knowledge and specific experiences related to the aims and focus of the project within the context of Kenya.
Additional Information
Contract Type : International
Contract Duration : Two years with a possibility of extension
Desired Start Date : October 2017
Netherlands Development Organization (SNV)
Nairobi County, Kenya
SNV seeks a talented, entrepreneurial, result-oriented and experienced professional who will lead the Kenya country team in realizing the implementation of high quality programs in SNV’s sectors. We offer you a challenging position in a very dynamic environment.
The Country Director is responsible for leading and driving the country program. It is a multi-faceted role, focused on securing adequate funding to sustain operations, upscale and strategically strengthen the country program, while ensuring high quality delivery. It will require you to be well informed about national and international development priorities and steer the sectors in response to these priorities. You will forge partnerships and alliances between SNV and important national and international actors, and stimulate collaboration for impact in SNV sectors. You will be the face of SNV in the country and ensure a positive image and visibility.
You will lead, coach and support a team of proffesionals to perform at their best to meet and exceed client, donor and SNV corporate expectations. In addition, you will be a key member of our global senior management team, making meaningful contributions to help shape the future of SNV.
Responsibilities
Strategic leadership of the program (including multi-country efforts and potentially managing projects in other countries) within the overall parameters of SNV’s global strategy;
Business development to grow the country program, ensure financial sustainability of SNV in Kenya and ensure a high quality project design;
Oversight and quality assurance of project implementation (including project director roles) ensuring the delivery of impact to the satisfaction of key stakeholders and following SNV’s and the donor’s financial standards and monitoring protocols;
Leadership and management of the country team: creating and nurturing an environment that supports high performance, learning and teamwork;
Representation and profiling : building partnerships and maintaining excellent relationships with donors, partners, local governments, businesses, policy makers and other relevant stakeholders;
Collaboration with other SNV countries to effectively exploit opportunities for synergy, deliver at scale (including multi-country projects), exchange knowledge and strengthen SNV’s position;
In addition, Country Directors foster innovation of SNV products and services : facilitate learning, documentation and evidence based knowledge development in collaboration with SNV’s global team and partners; ensure collaboration with renowned knowledge institutes and networks.
Qualifications
Candidate Profile
Master’s degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline;
At least 8 years of relevant experience at strategic level;
Knowledge and understanding of the international development context and trends in SNV’s three core sectors;
Proven ability of mobilizing resources from the public and private sector; familiarity with key financiers and actors in SNV’s 3 core sectors;
Strong business and people management capabilities with a focus on results and an entrepreneurial skills;
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
Strong networking and positioning skills at multiple levels;
Strong in implementation oversight;
Proven track record in project management;
Ability to relate with and manage relationships with government at federal and local levels;
Ability to coach, lead, stimulate, and inspire professionals in a development context;
Culturally aware, tactful and open minded;
Proficiency in written and spoken English.
Additional Information
Contract Type : International employment contract
Contract Duration: 3 years with possibility of extension
Expected Start Date: as soon as possible
Aug 16, 2017
Full time
SNV seeks a talented, entrepreneurial, result-oriented and experienced professional who will lead the Kenya country team in realizing the implementation of high quality programs in SNV’s sectors. We offer you a challenging position in a very dynamic environment.
The Country Director is responsible for leading and driving the country program. It is a multi-faceted role, focused on securing adequate funding to sustain operations, upscale and strategically strengthen the country program, while ensuring high quality delivery. It will require you to be well informed about national and international development priorities and steer the sectors in response to these priorities. You will forge partnerships and alliances between SNV and important national and international actors, and stimulate collaboration for impact in SNV sectors. You will be the face of SNV in the country and ensure a positive image and visibility.
You will lead, coach and support a team of proffesionals to perform at their best to meet and exceed client, donor and SNV corporate expectations. In addition, you will be a key member of our global senior management team, making meaningful contributions to help shape the future of SNV.
Responsibilities
Strategic leadership of the program (including multi-country efforts and potentially managing projects in other countries) within the overall parameters of SNV’s global strategy;
Business development to grow the country program, ensure financial sustainability of SNV in Kenya and ensure a high quality project design;
Oversight and quality assurance of project implementation (including project director roles) ensuring the delivery of impact to the satisfaction of key stakeholders and following SNV’s and the donor’s financial standards and monitoring protocols;
Leadership and management of the country team: creating and nurturing an environment that supports high performance, learning and teamwork;
Representation and profiling : building partnerships and maintaining excellent relationships with donors, partners, local governments, businesses, policy makers and other relevant stakeholders;
Collaboration with other SNV countries to effectively exploit opportunities for synergy, deliver at scale (including multi-country projects), exchange knowledge and strengthen SNV’s position;
In addition, Country Directors foster innovation of SNV products and services : facilitate learning, documentation and evidence based knowledge development in collaboration with SNV’s global team and partners; ensure collaboration with renowned knowledge institutes and networks.
Qualifications
Candidate Profile
Master’s degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline;
At least 8 years of relevant experience at strategic level;
Knowledge and understanding of the international development context and trends in SNV’s three core sectors;
Proven ability of mobilizing resources from the public and private sector; familiarity with key financiers and actors in SNV’s 3 core sectors;
Strong business and people management capabilities with a focus on results and an entrepreneurial skills;
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
Strong networking and positioning skills at multiple levels;
Strong in implementation oversight;
Proven track record in project management;
Ability to relate with and manage relationships with government at federal and local levels;
Ability to coach, lead, stimulate, and inspire professionals in a development context;
Culturally aware, tactful and open minded;
Proficiency in written and spoken English.
Additional Information
Contract Type : International employment contract
Contract Duration: 3 years with possibility of extension
Expected Start Date: as soon as possible
Management Systems International (MSI)
Nairobi County, Kenya
Project Summary:
MSI will evaluate the performance of the USAID/Kenya and East Africa Kenya Agricultural Value Chain Enterprises (KAVES) Activity. The purpose of the evaluation is to assess the project’s design, in order to inform relevant future designs for innovation activities. It will also inform management on whether the approach successfully met its goals of increasing incomes, improving nutrition and enhancing food security status in the zone of influence.
The five-year KAVES Project is the flagship Feed the Future Initiative project in Kenya. The project promotes value chain growth and diversification, and increases the productivity and incomes of smallholder farmers and other actors along the value chains working in the dairy, maize, and other staples and horticulture crops in Kenya. KAVES develops smallholder enterprises growing and producing staple food crops, high-value horticultural crops, and dairy products. These enterprises generate wealth for value chain actors, enhance food security, improve nutrition, and increase economic opportunities for women, youth and other vulnerable populations. The project also works with smallholder farmers, businesses and government partners to address constraints up and down the value chain—such as agro-processors, input suppliers, transporters, exporters, retailers, financing, and to develop fully-functioning, competitive value chains.
**Please note: Only Kenyan citizens are eligible for this position.**
Position Summary:
In coordination with the Team Leader, the agriculture specialist will be responsible for determining if technologies are technically viable and scalable along the agriculture value chain.
Qualifications:
Master’s degree in agriculture related field.
Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in demonstrated success in agriculture extension, research, or program management.
Experience in BDS markets serving agricultural value chains in Kenya, East Africa, and/or countries with socio-economic and market settings similar to that found in Kenya.
Experience in animal and crop husbandry.
Experience in conducting value chain assessments and determining appropriate interventions to enhance agricultural productivity and market access for the rural poor.
Experience in farm level production cost and profit analysis desired.
Experience in developing or managing programs aimed at upgrading agricultural value chains through enhanced private sector engagement.
Fluent in English and Kiswahili.
Aug 16, 2017
Full time
Project Summary:
MSI will evaluate the performance of the USAID/Kenya and East Africa Kenya Agricultural Value Chain Enterprises (KAVES) Activity. The purpose of the evaluation is to assess the project’s design, in order to inform relevant future designs for innovation activities. It will also inform management on whether the approach successfully met its goals of increasing incomes, improving nutrition and enhancing food security status in the zone of influence.
The five-year KAVES Project is the flagship Feed the Future Initiative project in Kenya. The project promotes value chain growth and diversification, and increases the productivity and incomes of smallholder farmers and other actors along the value chains working in the dairy, maize, and other staples and horticulture crops in Kenya. KAVES develops smallholder enterprises growing and producing staple food crops, high-value horticultural crops, and dairy products. These enterprises generate wealth for value chain actors, enhance food security, improve nutrition, and increase economic opportunities for women, youth and other vulnerable populations. The project also works with smallholder farmers, businesses and government partners to address constraints up and down the value chain—such as agro-processors, input suppliers, transporters, exporters, retailers, financing, and to develop fully-functioning, competitive value chains.
**Please note: Only Kenyan citizens are eligible for this position.**
Position Summary:
In coordination with the Team Leader, the agriculture specialist will be responsible for determining if technologies are technically viable and scalable along the agriculture value chain.
Qualifications:
Master’s degree in agriculture related field.
Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in demonstrated success in agriculture extension, research, or program management.
Experience in BDS markets serving agricultural value chains in Kenya, East Africa, and/or countries with socio-economic and market settings similar to that found in Kenya.
Experience in animal and crop husbandry.
Experience in conducting value chain assessments and determining appropriate interventions to enhance agricultural productivity and market access for the rural poor.
Experience in farm level production cost and profit analysis desired.
Experience in developing or managing programs aimed at upgrading agricultural value chains through enhanced private sector engagement.
Fluent in English and Kiswahili.
Management Systems International (MSI)
Nairobi County, Kenya
Project Summary:
MSI’s Development Outreach and Communications Services project supports and strengthens the USAID/Kenya East Africa strategy by providing the Mission with the day-to-day information needed to make informed program management decisions, as well as the qualitative and quantitative data needed to assess and evaluate the Mission’s development hypothesis.
The project also assists the mission with its public education goals by providing qualitative and anecdotal evidence on the project’s impact on individual beneficiaries.
**Please note: Only Kenyan citizens are eligible for this position.**
Position Summary:
The Communications Specialist will provide support to the development of communications products and publications focused upon USAID’s development strategy.
Responsibilities:
Content Development
Work with USAID and mission staff to draft and disseminate communications materials, as needed, including tweets, Facebook posts, press releases, media advisories, Flickr photo stories, website stories and internal slide shows and multi-media.
Produce social media toolkits.
Prepare for and cover events as requested.
Gather stories from the field which includes taking, editing and posting photos.
Maintaining contact lists and packaging content in a variety of ways.
Developing analytics reports on social media and media monitoring reach and results.
Prepare success stories for use in other publications including e Newsletters and Quarterly brochures.
Act as a liaison between USAID and implementing partners, county government information officers and local media through a variety of means.
Support the DOC office as needed.
Strategic Planning
Produce a daily media monitoring report of national Kenyan media, and daily reports based on information collected by a media monitoring firm.
Assist in developing an agenda and a presentation that:
Reviews and assesses MSI communications work in the previous quarter using indicators established by the overall communications strategy.
Highlight successes, challenges and provide recommendations.
Synthesize media coverage.
Pitch potential stories or identify gaps in content based on field work and research.
Coordination
Coordinate coverage of events and manage work planning with other communications specialists.
Support coordination of quarterly meetings with IP communication staff.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications or a relevant related field of study. Master’s degree preferred.
Three (3) to five (5) years of related public relations, public outreach or communications for development experience.
Demonstrated experience producing and editing written products such as social media messages, news/blog articles, reports, fact sheets, speeches, success stories, and press releases.
English language skills at the S/5 and R/5 level to perform communications technical services.
Ability to travel as needed throughout Kenya and East Africa.
USAID experience is a plus.
Ability to work well in a team.
Aug 16, 2017
Full time
Project Summary:
MSI’s Development Outreach and Communications Services project supports and strengthens the USAID/Kenya East Africa strategy by providing the Mission with the day-to-day information needed to make informed program management decisions, as well as the qualitative and quantitative data needed to assess and evaluate the Mission’s development hypothesis.
The project also assists the mission with its public education goals by providing qualitative and anecdotal evidence on the project’s impact on individual beneficiaries.
**Please note: Only Kenyan citizens are eligible for this position.**
Position Summary:
The Communications Specialist will provide support to the development of communications products and publications focused upon USAID’s development strategy.
Responsibilities:
Content Development
Work with USAID and mission staff to draft and disseminate communications materials, as needed, including tweets, Facebook posts, press releases, media advisories, Flickr photo stories, website stories and internal slide shows and multi-media.
Produce social media toolkits.
Prepare for and cover events as requested.
Gather stories from the field which includes taking, editing and posting photos.
Maintaining contact lists and packaging content in a variety of ways.
Developing analytics reports on social media and media monitoring reach and results.
Prepare success stories for use in other publications including e Newsletters and Quarterly brochures.
Act as a liaison between USAID and implementing partners, county government information officers and local media through a variety of means.
Support the DOC office as needed.
Strategic Planning
Produce a daily media monitoring report of national Kenyan media, and daily reports based on information collected by a media monitoring firm.
Assist in developing an agenda and a presentation that:
Reviews and assesses MSI communications work in the previous quarter using indicators established by the overall communications strategy.
Highlight successes, challenges and provide recommendations.
Synthesize media coverage.
Pitch potential stories or identify gaps in content based on field work and research.
Coordination
Coordinate coverage of events and manage work planning with other communications specialists.
Support coordination of quarterly meetings with IP communication staff.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications or a relevant related field of study. Master’s degree preferred.
Three (3) to five (5) years of related public relations, public outreach or communications for development experience.
Demonstrated experience producing and editing written products such as social media messages, news/blog articles, reports, fact sheets, speeches, success stories, and press releases.
English language skills at the S/5 and R/5 level to perform communications technical services.
Ability to travel as needed throughout Kenya and East Africa.
USAID experience is a plus.
Ability to work well in a team.
Management Systems International (MSI)
Nairobi County, Kenya
Project Summary: MSI will evaluate the effectiveness and sustainability of USAID/Kenya and East Africa-funded Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) activities under the Integrated Partnership Assistance Agreement (IPAA) between USAID and COMESA. As the IPAA is expected to end on September 30, 2018, this evaluation will be used to determine lessons learned and guide potential future activities with COMESA.
USAID-funded COMESA activities focus on advancing regional policy agendas specific to agriculture and trade. This includes regional seed trade, the harmonization of regional policies, Sanitary and Phyto-Sanitary (SPS) issues, African Growth Opportunity Act activities, border post dispute resolution initiatives, and additional agricultural inputs policy reforms. Other program activities include programs and policies to increase access to markets and facilitate regional and international trade, increased private sector investment, gender, biotechnology, clean energy, statistics and activity monitoring. The primary objective of the IPAA with COMESA is increased regional economic growth, integration, and stability in the COMESA region.
Position Summary: The Team Leader is responsible for the overall management of the evaluation team and the final products.
Responsibilities:
Coordinate evaluation activities and ensure the production and completion of an evaluation report in conformance with this scope of work and timelines
Ensure high quality analysis, writing quality and report integration
Provide quality assurance and guarantee timeliness of all deliverables
Prepare the final evaluation report, in addition to all other Task Order deliverables
Qualifications:
Minimum of a Master’s Degree in any relevant field of study
Minimum of six years of experience in carrying out and leading evaluation teams
Evaluation experience in Sub-Saharan Africa
Aug 16, 2017
Full time
Project Summary: MSI will evaluate the effectiveness and sustainability of USAID/Kenya and East Africa-funded Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) activities under the Integrated Partnership Assistance Agreement (IPAA) between USAID and COMESA. As the IPAA is expected to end on September 30, 2018, this evaluation will be used to determine lessons learned and guide potential future activities with COMESA.
USAID-funded COMESA activities focus on advancing regional policy agendas specific to agriculture and trade. This includes regional seed trade, the harmonization of regional policies, Sanitary and Phyto-Sanitary (SPS) issues, African Growth Opportunity Act activities, border post dispute resolution initiatives, and additional agricultural inputs policy reforms. Other program activities include programs and policies to increase access to markets and facilitate regional and international trade, increased private sector investment, gender, biotechnology, clean energy, statistics and activity monitoring. The primary objective of the IPAA with COMESA is increased regional economic growth, integration, and stability in the COMESA region.
Position Summary: The Team Leader is responsible for the overall management of the evaluation team and the final products.
Responsibilities:
Coordinate evaluation activities and ensure the production and completion of an evaluation report in conformance with this scope of work and timelines
Ensure high quality analysis, writing quality and report integration
Provide quality assurance and guarantee timeliness of all deliverables
Prepare the final evaluation report, in addition to all other Task Order deliverables
Qualifications:
Minimum of a Master’s Degree in any relevant field of study
Minimum of six years of experience in carrying out and leading evaluation teams
Evaluation experience in Sub-Saharan Africa
Management Systems International (MSI)
Nairobi County, Kenya
Project Summary:
MSI will evaluate the performance of the USAID/Kenya and East Africa Kenya Agricultural Value Chain Enterprises (KAVES) activity. The purpose of the evaluation is to assess the project’s design, in order to inform relevant future designs for innovation activities. It will also inform management on whether the approach successfully met its goals of increasing incomes, improving nutrition and enhancing food security status in the zone of influence.
The five-year KAVES Project is the flagship Feed the Future Initiative project in Kenya. The project promotes value chain growth and diversification, and increases the productivity and incomes of smallholder farmers and other actors along the value chains working in the dairy, maize, and other staples and horticulture crops in Kenya. KAVES develops smallholder enterprises growing and producing staple food crops, high-value horticultural crops, and dairy products. These enterprises generate wealth for value chain actors, enhance food security, improve nutrition, and increase economic opportunities for women, youth and other vulnerable populations. The project also works with smallholder farmers, businesses and government partners to address constraints up and down the value chain—such as agro-processors, input suppliers, transporters, exporters, retailers, financing, and to develop fully-functioning, competitive value chains.
**Please note: Only Kenyan citizens are eligible for this position.**
Position Summary:
In coordination with the team leader, the Private Sector Specialist will be responsible for reviewing:
The support provided by KAVES to the value chain actors.
The performance of revenue generating activities.
The provision of business development services to KAVES beneficiaries.
Qualifications:
Master’s degree in agribusiness management/business administration or relevant field.
At least seven (7) years of management consulting or similar private sector experience of successful targeted short-term engagements that have strengthened private sector organizations.
Experience in business development services in agriculture sector.
Experience in firm level production cost and profit analysis desired.
Must be familiar with financial and business management.
Know how in agriculture, agribusiness and SMEs development.
Proven expertise with SME admin, finance, management and systems.
Experience in farm and firm level production cost and profit analysis desired.
Fluent in English and Kiswahili.
Aug 16, 2017
Full time
Project Summary:
MSI will evaluate the performance of the USAID/Kenya and East Africa Kenya Agricultural Value Chain Enterprises (KAVES) activity. The purpose of the evaluation is to assess the project’s design, in order to inform relevant future designs for innovation activities. It will also inform management on whether the approach successfully met its goals of increasing incomes, improving nutrition and enhancing food security status in the zone of influence.
The five-year KAVES Project is the flagship Feed the Future Initiative project in Kenya. The project promotes value chain growth and diversification, and increases the productivity and incomes of smallholder farmers and other actors along the value chains working in the dairy, maize, and other staples and horticulture crops in Kenya. KAVES develops smallholder enterprises growing and producing staple food crops, high-value horticultural crops, and dairy products. These enterprises generate wealth for value chain actors, enhance food security, improve nutrition, and increase economic opportunities for women, youth and other vulnerable populations. The project also works with smallholder farmers, businesses and government partners to address constraints up and down the value chain—such as agro-processors, input suppliers, transporters, exporters, retailers, financing, and to develop fully-functioning, competitive value chains.
**Please note: Only Kenyan citizens are eligible for this position.**
Position Summary:
In coordination with the team leader, the Private Sector Specialist will be responsible for reviewing:
The support provided by KAVES to the value chain actors.
The performance of revenue generating activities.
The provision of business development services to KAVES beneficiaries.
Qualifications:
Master’s degree in agribusiness management/business administration or relevant field.
At least seven (7) years of management consulting or similar private sector experience of successful targeted short-term engagements that have strengthened private sector organizations.
Experience in business development services in agriculture sector.
Experience in firm level production cost and profit analysis desired.
Must be familiar with financial and business management.
Know how in agriculture, agribusiness and SMEs development.
Proven expertise with SME admin, finance, management and systems.
Experience in farm and firm level production cost and profit analysis desired.
Fluent in English and Kiswahili.
Management Systems International (MSI)
Nairobi County, Kenya
Project Summary:
USAID efforts over the 2014- 2018 period to strengthen devolution in Kenya contribute to strengthening systems, processes and institutions created as a result of the changes to the constitution, especially
related to devolution and building capacities of counties. Key to the strategy is establishing stronger links between citizens and governments, as well as an enabling environment at the county level that supports devolution. USAID Kenya and East Africa (KEA) is providing institutional and capacity-building support via its activity known as Agile and Harmonized Assistance for Devolved Institutions (AHADI).
MSI will carry out a mid-term evaluation of the performance and progress of the USAID/KEA AHADI Project being implemented by the State University of New York Center for International Development (SUNY/CID). The primary purpose of the evaluation will be to inform USAID/Democracy, Governance and Conflict (DGC) and SUNY on how effective AHADI has been in meeting its objectives and to inform possible mid-course alignments to the project.
Position Summary:
The Senior Researcher, together with the team leader, will finalize the evaluation methodology, develop the data collection strategy, instruments, and protocols, direct data collection and compilation, and conduct data analysis.
Qualifications:
Minimum of a master’s degree in any relevant field of social sciences, such as public administration, public policy, social policy, or monitoring and evaluation; or a bachelor’s degree with no less than seven (7) years of relevant experience in monitoring and evaluation.
Demonstrated experience in institutional strengthening, including public sector reforms, decentralization and decentralized and cross-sectoral local service delivery will be an asset.
Demonstrated skills in qualitative data collection and analysis methodologies.
Aug 16, 2017
Full time
Project Summary:
USAID efforts over the 2014- 2018 period to strengthen devolution in Kenya contribute to strengthening systems, processes and institutions created as a result of the changes to the constitution, especially
related to devolution and building capacities of counties. Key to the strategy is establishing stronger links between citizens and governments, as well as an enabling environment at the county level that supports devolution. USAID Kenya and East Africa (KEA) is providing institutional and capacity-building support via its activity known as Agile and Harmonized Assistance for Devolved Institutions (AHADI).
MSI will carry out a mid-term evaluation of the performance and progress of the USAID/KEA AHADI Project being implemented by the State University of New York Center for International Development (SUNY/CID). The primary purpose of the evaluation will be to inform USAID/Democracy, Governance and Conflict (DGC) and SUNY on how effective AHADI has been in meeting its objectives and to inform possible mid-course alignments to the project.
Position Summary:
The Senior Researcher, together with the team leader, will finalize the evaluation methodology, develop the data collection strategy, instruments, and protocols, direct data collection and compilation, and conduct data analysis.
Qualifications:
Minimum of a master’s degree in any relevant field of social sciences, such as public administration, public policy, social policy, or monitoring and evaluation; or a bachelor’s degree with no less than seven (7) years of relevant experience in monitoring and evaluation.
Demonstrated experience in institutional strengthening, including public sector reforms, decentralization and decentralized and cross-sectoral local service delivery will be an asset.
Demonstrated skills in qualitative data collection and analysis methodologies.
Management Systems International (MSI)
Nairobi County, Kenya
MSI will evaluate the performance of the USAID/Kenya and East Africa Kenya Agricultural Value Chain Enterprises (KAVES) Activity. The purpose of the evaluation is to assess the project’s design, in order to inform relevant future designs for innovation activities. It will also inform management on whether the approach successfully met its goals of increasing incomes, improving nutrition and enhancing food security status in the zone of influence.
The five-year KAVES project is the flagship Feed the Future Initiative project in Kenya. The project promotes value chain growth and diversification, and increases the productivity and incomes of smallholder farmers and other actors along the value chains working in the dairy, maize, and other staples and horticulture crops in Kenya. KAVES develops smallholder enterprises growing and producing staple food crops, high-value horticultural crops, and dairy products. The enterprises generate wealth for value chain actors, enhance food security, improve nutrition, and increase economic opportunities for women, youth and other vulnerable populations. The project also works with smallholder farmers, businesses and government partners to address constraints up and down the value chain—such as agro-processors, input suppliers, transporters, exporters, retailers, financing, and to develop fully-functioning, competitive value chains.
Position Summary:
The Team Leader will be responsible for the overall management of the evaluation team, and delivery of the final report.
Responsibilities:
Coordinate the evaluation activities and ensure the production and completion of an evaluation report in conformance with the scope of work and timelines.
Ensure data integrity, as well as high-quality analysis, written reports and report integration.
Assume responsibility for quality assurance and timeliness of all deliverables.
Qualifications:
Master's degree from accredited college or university in social sciences/economics/monitoring and evaluation/development/statistics/project management.
A minimum of seven (7) years of evaluations work experience, evaluation of agriculture programs.
Experience evaluating agribusiness, innovation or business development programs desirable.
Management experience.
Demonstrated leadership, versatility and integrity.
Aug 16, 2017
Full time
MSI will evaluate the performance of the USAID/Kenya and East Africa Kenya Agricultural Value Chain Enterprises (KAVES) Activity. The purpose of the evaluation is to assess the project’s design, in order to inform relevant future designs for innovation activities. It will also inform management on whether the approach successfully met its goals of increasing incomes, improving nutrition and enhancing food security status in the zone of influence.
The five-year KAVES project is the flagship Feed the Future Initiative project in Kenya. The project promotes value chain growth and diversification, and increases the productivity and incomes of smallholder farmers and other actors along the value chains working in the dairy, maize, and other staples and horticulture crops in Kenya. KAVES develops smallholder enterprises growing and producing staple food crops, high-value horticultural crops, and dairy products. The enterprises generate wealth for value chain actors, enhance food security, improve nutrition, and increase economic opportunities for women, youth and other vulnerable populations. The project also works with smallholder farmers, businesses and government partners to address constraints up and down the value chain—such as agro-processors, input suppliers, transporters, exporters, retailers, financing, and to develop fully-functioning, competitive value chains.
Position Summary:
The Team Leader will be responsible for the overall management of the evaluation team, and delivery of the final report.
Responsibilities:
Coordinate the evaluation activities and ensure the production and completion of an evaluation report in conformance with the scope of work and timelines.
Ensure data integrity, as well as high-quality analysis, written reports and report integration.
Assume responsibility for quality assurance and timeliness of all deliverables.
Qualifications:
Master's degree from accredited college or university in social sciences/economics/monitoring and evaluation/development/statistics/project management.
A minimum of seven (7) years of evaluations work experience, evaluation of agriculture programs.
Experience evaluating agribusiness, innovation or business development programs desirable.
Management experience.
Demonstrated leadership, versatility and integrity.
East African Breweries Limited (EABL)
Nairobi County, Kenya
KBL produces Beer brands, Cider, Alcoholic and Non-alcoholic RTD beverages. The cider, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages are produced at the RTDs plant in UDV and stored in the Bright Beer Tanks (BBTs) at the brewing department of KBL and finally packaged in either line 4 or Canning line of the packaging department. Responsibility of running the blending operations and availing both KBL and UDV RTD brands lie with the brewing department. The blending plant is run by a Machine operator who is responsible for all operations of the blending plant and reports to the brewing departments shift brew master for guidance and supervision. Purpose of Role To operate RTDs processing plant and manage contractors in order to produce high quality products Dimensions:
Get the production plan from the Brew master
Operate all necessary blending plant equipment appropriately
Manages materials handling contractors
Manages and instruct process minders.
Complexity In general works in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Good Operating Practices (GOP), One Point Lessons (OPL), Short Interval Controls (SIC) and Work Instruction (WI) as applicable in the role. Operates his plant in terms of safety, quality delivery, cost & hygiene. In the event of plant breakdown, he / she reports to the Technical Operator to attend to the breakdown and in case of further difficulties reports to the Senior Shift Technician for resolution.
Leadership Responsibilities and Decision Making Rights
Sets demanding and stretching targets for self and others.
Confronts difficult issues and takes personal ownership to resolve
Ability to build trust with team members
Balance team goals with individual responsibilities
Team player
Time conscious
Self-driven
Embrace change
Acting like an owner
Top 3-5 Accountabilities
Run the equipment following documented SOPs
Requisition of processing ingredients/raw material from stores
Runs the RTDs plant according to the SOP to blend product according to the packaging plan.
Administer CIP of the RTDs plant (vessels, and mains) to ensure consistent product/service quality
Supervision of piece rate contractors in loading all raw materials into the RTDs plant.
Coordination of blending activities between old filter room, Old tank farm and UDV blending section
Interpretation of the packaging plan and schedule the blending sequence accordingly to meet both lines 2&4 and canning line plan in full
Weekly stocks take and reconciliation of raw materials and production for the week
Supervision of hygiene and 5S activities in the blending plant
Carry out Autonomous Maintenance (AM) during production time.
Carry out Preventive maintenance (PM) during plant shutdown
Qualifications and Experience • Diploma / Higher national diploma in Food science & technology • Minimum of 1 year hands on experience in manufacturing industry. • Degree in above fields will be an added advantage.
Aug 16, 2017
Full time
KBL produces Beer brands, Cider, Alcoholic and Non-alcoholic RTD beverages. The cider, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages are produced at the RTDs plant in UDV and stored in the Bright Beer Tanks (BBTs) at the brewing department of KBL and finally packaged in either line 4 or Canning line of the packaging department. Responsibility of running the blending operations and availing both KBL and UDV RTD brands lie with the brewing department. The blending plant is run by a Machine operator who is responsible for all operations of the blending plant and reports to the brewing departments shift brew master for guidance and supervision. Purpose of Role To operate RTDs processing plant and manage contractors in order to produce high quality products Dimensions:
Get the production plan from the Brew master
Operate all necessary blending plant equipment appropriately
Manages materials handling contractors
Manages and instruct process minders.
Complexity In general works in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Good Operating Practices (GOP), One Point Lessons (OPL), Short Interval Controls (SIC) and Work Instruction (WI) as applicable in the role. Operates his plant in terms of safety, quality delivery, cost & hygiene. In the event of plant breakdown, he / she reports to the Technical Operator to attend to the breakdown and in case of further difficulties reports to the Senior Shift Technician for resolution.
Leadership Responsibilities and Decision Making Rights
Sets demanding and stretching targets for self and others.
Confronts difficult issues and takes personal ownership to resolve
Ability to build trust with team members
Balance team goals with individual responsibilities
Team player
Time conscious
Self-driven
Embrace change
Acting like an owner
Top 3-5 Accountabilities
Run the equipment following documented SOPs
Requisition of processing ingredients/raw material from stores
Runs the RTDs plant according to the SOP to blend product according to the packaging plan.
Administer CIP of the RTDs plant (vessels, and mains) to ensure consistent product/service quality
Supervision of piece rate contractors in loading all raw materials into the RTDs plant.
Coordination of blending activities between old filter room, Old tank farm and UDV blending section
Interpretation of the packaging plan and schedule the blending sequence accordingly to meet both lines 2&4 and canning line plan in full
Weekly stocks take and reconciliation of raw materials and production for the week
Supervision of hygiene and 5S activities in the blending plant
Carry out Autonomous Maintenance (AM) during production time.
Carry out Preventive maintenance (PM) during plant shutdown
Qualifications and Experience • Diploma / Higher national diploma in Food science & technology • Minimum of 1 year hands on experience in manufacturing industry. • Degree in above fields will be an added advantage.
The Office of the Auditor General (OAG)
Nairobi County, Kenya
Purpose
This position is responsible for the execution of audit functions assigned, and assists in the delivery of timely documentation of audit findings to management for review. The job holder will undertake assignments allocated to him / her by the team leader which may include performance audit, systems and process audit or audit of annual accounts of any entity funded from the public funds. The incumbents may also be deployed to work in Corporate Services Department.
Reporting to the team leader, the incumbents will be deployed to work in any of the OAG offices located in Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret, Kakamega, Nyeri, Embu, Garissa and Bungoma.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1) Assist in conducting audit exercises and assurance in the auditee institutions, agencies and state corporations according to the prescribed scope within the audit process to ensure compliance with internal controls and procedures.
2) Collect data on information systems and processes of the auditee institution to be used in the validation of financial documents.
3) Obtain in-depth understanding of each function being audited, identify and assess risk during the audit process.
4) Assist in developing, presenting and finalizing audit reports
5) Assist in the preparation of documents i.e. working papers, planning memorandums and audit reports as required by management in line with the quality standards of the audit process
Requirements for Appointment:
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
1) A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University preferably in Social Sciences or other fields relevant to the audit function such as Auditing, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Law, Business Administration, Public Administration, Engineering, Human Resource Management or other relevant disciplines.
2) Demonstrate proficiency in Information & Communication Technology
Core Competencies:
1) Ethical -Understand ethical behaviour and public sector practices. Ensure that own behaviour and behaviour towards others is consistent with these standards and aligns with the values and ethical standards of the Office of the Auditor – General.
2) Linguistic Analytical Ability- Understands complicated linguistic information, both spoken and written. Produces own documents of high quality.
3) Problem Solving analytical ability- Assess problem situations to identify causes, gather and process relevant information, generate possible solutions, and make recommendations and/or resolve the problem
4) Effective Communication - Speak, listen and write in a clear, thorough and efficient manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques. Speak eloquently and engagingly in meetings, in one-on-one situations as well as in small and large groups. Listen, be receptive to the counterpart and adapt to the situation. Adjust the message to the recipient.
5) Teamwork- Work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions that enhance effectiveness within the Office.
Aug 16, 2017
Full time
Purpose
This position is responsible for the execution of audit functions assigned, and assists in the delivery of timely documentation of audit findings to management for review. The job holder will undertake assignments allocated to him / her by the team leader which may include performance audit, systems and process audit or audit of annual accounts of any entity funded from the public funds. The incumbents may also be deployed to work in Corporate Services Department.
Reporting to the team leader, the incumbents will be deployed to work in any of the OAG offices located in Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret, Kakamega, Nyeri, Embu, Garissa and Bungoma.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1) Assist in conducting audit exercises and assurance in the auditee institutions, agencies and state corporations according to the prescribed scope within the audit process to ensure compliance with internal controls and procedures.
2) Collect data on information systems and processes of the auditee institution to be used in the validation of financial documents.
3) Obtain in-depth understanding of each function being audited, identify and assess risk during the audit process.
4) Assist in developing, presenting and finalizing audit reports
5) Assist in the preparation of documents i.e. working papers, planning memorandums and audit reports as required by management in line with the quality standards of the audit process
Requirements for Appointment:
Suitable candidates MUST have the following minimum qualifications:
1) A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University preferably in Social Sciences or other fields relevant to the audit function such as Auditing, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Law, Business Administration, Public Administration, Engineering, Human Resource Management or other relevant disciplines.
2) Demonstrate proficiency in Information & Communication Technology
Core Competencies:
1) Ethical -Understand ethical behaviour and public sector practices. Ensure that own behaviour and behaviour towards others is consistent with these standards and aligns with the values and ethical standards of the Office of the Auditor – General.
2) Linguistic Analytical Ability- Understands complicated linguistic information, both spoken and written. Produces own documents of high quality.
3) Problem Solving analytical ability- Assess problem situations to identify causes, gather and process relevant information, generate possible solutions, and make recommendations and/or resolve the problem
4) Effective Communication - Speak, listen and write in a clear, thorough and efficient manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques. Speak eloquently and engagingly in meetings, in one-on-one situations as well as in small and large groups. Listen, be receptive to the counterpart and adapt to the situation. Adjust the message to the recipient.
5) Teamwork- Work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions that enhance effectiveness within the Office.
The Office of the Auditor General (OAG)
Nairobi County, Kenya
Purpose of the Job:
This position is responsible for the timely and efficient procurement of goods, services and works for the Office.
Duties and Responsibilities
1) Ensure compliance with the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act, 2015.
2) Ensure timely and efficient procurement of goods, works and services and observe transparency, fairness and competitiveness in the process.
3) Participate in preparation of bidding documents, receipt of tenders and ensure that the bids are in safe custody where applicable.
4) Prepare regulatory reports and ensure timely reporting to the relevant authority(s).
5) Spearhead supplier prequalification and registration processes and conduct market surveys from time to time.
6) Coordinate procurement activities on the e-platform.
7) Ensure proper storage of goods received in the stores and proper inventory management
8) Coordinate procurement and disposal activities including advertising, opening and evaluation of tender documents.
9) Implement various procurement decisions including, preparation of contract documents.
10) Maintain and archive tender, procurement documents and records for required period.
11) Participate in the preparation of consolidated procurement and disposal plans and ensure adherence to approved Procurement & Disposal Plan.
12) Assist the end users in developing quality specifications for goods, services and works.
Requirements for appointment:
1) A Bachelor’s degree in Procurement or its recognized and equivalent qualification from a reputable university.
2) Diploma in Procurement, Supply Chain Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
3) A member of KISM or a relevant professional body.
4) High degree of professional competence and administrative capacity required for effective planning, direction, control and coordination of Supply Chain Management programmes.
5) Ability to articulate, interpret supply chain goals, policies and programmes and relate them to the supply chain function.
6) Practical working knowledge and competence with purchasing management software and/or automated procurement systems is mandatory.
7) 5 years relevant working experience.
Core Competencies:
1) Ethical -Understand ethical behaviour and public sector practices. Ensure that own behaviour and behaviour towards others is consistent with these standards and aligns with the values and ethical standards of the Office of the Auditor – General.
2) Linguistic Analytical - Ability Understands complicated linguistic information, both spoken and written. Produces own documents of high quality.
3) Problem Solving analytical ability- Assess problem situations to identify causes, gather and process relevant information, generate possible solutions, and make recommendations and/or resolve the problem
4) Effective Communication -Speak, listen and write in a clear, thorough and efficient manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques. Speak eloquently and engagingly in meetings, in one-on-one situations as well as in small and large groups. Listen, be receptive to the counterpart and adapt to the situation. Adjust the message to the recipient.
5) Teamwork -Work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions that enhance effectiveness within the Office.
6) Negotiation skills -Ability to communicate back and forth, for the purpose of reaching a joint agreement about differing needs or ideas.
7) Planning and organizing -Set goals, create and implement actions plans, and evaluate the process and results. Determine priorities, develop a work schedule, monitor progress towards goals, track details, data, information and activities to ensure the alignment of work to the organizational goals.
Aug 16, 2017
Full time
Purpose of the Job:
This position is responsible for the timely and efficient procurement of goods, services and works for the Office.
Duties and Responsibilities
1) Ensure compliance with the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act, 2015.
2) Ensure timely and efficient procurement of goods, works and services and observe transparency, fairness and competitiveness in the process.
3) Participate in preparation of bidding documents, receipt of tenders and ensure that the bids are in safe custody where applicable.
4) Prepare regulatory reports and ensure timely reporting to the relevant authority(s).
5) Spearhead supplier prequalification and registration processes and conduct market surveys from time to time.
6) Coordinate procurement activities on the e-platform.
7) Ensure proper storage of goods received in the stores and proper inventory management
8) Coordinate procurement and disposal activities including advertising, opening and evaluation of tender documents.
9) Implement various procurement decisions including, preparation of contract documents.
10) Maintain and archive tender, procurement documents and records for required period.
11) Participate in the preparation of consolidated procurement and disposal plans and ensure adherence to approved Procurement & Disposal Plan.
12) Assist the end users in developing quality specifications for goods, services and works.
Requirements for appointment:
1) A Bachelor’s degree in Procurement or its recognized and equivalent qualification from a reputable university.
2) Diploma in Procurement, Supply Chain Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
3) A member of KISM or a relevant professional body.
4) High degree of professional competence and administrative capacity required for effective planning, direction, control and coordination of Supply Chain Management programmes.
5) Ability to articulate, interpret supply chain goals, policies and programmes and relate them to the supply chain function.
6) Practical working knowledge and competence with purchasing management software and/or automated procurement systems is mandatory.
7) 5 years relevant working experience.
Core Competencies:
1) Ethical -Understand ethical behaviour and public sector practices. Ensure that own behaviour and behaviour towards others is consistent with these standards and aligns with the values and ethical standards of the Office of the Auditor – General.
2) Linguistic Analytical - Ability Understands complicated linguistic information, both spoken and written. Produces own documents of high quality.
3) Problem Solving analytical ability- Assess problem situations to identify causes, gather and process relevant information, generate possible solutions, and make recommendations and/or resolve the problem
4) Effective Communication -Speak, listen and write in a clear, thorough and efficient manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques. Speak eloquently and engagingly in meetings, in one-on-one situations as well as in small and large groups. Listen, be receptive to the counterpart and adapt to the situation. Adjust the message to the recipient.
5) Teamwork -Work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions that enhance effectiveness within the Office.
6) Negotiation skills -Ability to communicate back and forth, for the purpose of reaching a joint agreement about differing needs or ideas.
7) Planning and organizing -Set goals, create and implement actions plans, and evaluate the process and results. Determine priorities, develop a work schedule, monitor progress towards goals, track details, data, information and activities to ensure the alignment of work to the organizational goals.
