United Nations Environment Programme Job Vacancy : Chief of Staff

Posting Period: 8 August 2017-21 September 2017

Job Opening number: 17-POL-UNEP-81949-B-NAIROBI (X)

Staffing Exercise ID: SE7 (POLNET 2017 Semi-Annual 2)

United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity

Assessment Period

All applicants should regularly check the United Nations HR Portal at http://ift.tt/2lXMSvL or their ‘My Upcoming Test Schedule’ page in Inspira for any updates/changes after the closing of this job opening, particularly during the week before the scheduled testing dates.

Please note that applicants who apply as rostered candidates are not subject to any further assessment and accordingly, will not be invited to participate in the SPT or any other assessments (including any written exam, interview, etc.) throughout the selection process. For more information about the assessment process, please visit the United Nations HR Portal.

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Special Notice

Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.

The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

Extension of the appointment is subject to extension of the mandate and/or the availability of the funds.

Staff members of the United Nations Secretariat must fulfill the lateral move(s) or geographical requirements as set out in ST/AI/2016/1 to be eligible to apply for this job opening. Staff members are requested to indicate all qualifying lateral or geographical move(s) in their Personal History Profile (PHP) and cover note.

Organizational Setting and Reporting

This position is located in the Executive Office of UN Environment in Nairobi. Nairobi is classified as a hardship B duty station and a family duty station. The incumbent reports directly to the Executive Director of UN Environment.

Responsibilities

Within delegated authority from the Executive Director, the Chief of Staff is responsible for the following duties

• Directing and managing the Executive Office through ensuring overall coordination of the substantive support to the Executive Director and Deputy Executive Director in the implementation of their mandates on behalf of the UN Secretary-General; Formulating and implementing the work programme of the Office, determining priorities and monitoring progress; Managing the Executive Office teams of Special Assistants, Corporate Coordination and Communication Officers; Overseeing the preparation of the budget and processing of human resources matters, including Senior Appointments for UN Environment.
• Providing strategic advice in planning for the Executive Director to fulfill his/her political and managerial objectives in cooperation with the Deputy Executive Director and the Senior Management Team at UN Environment; Providing policy advice and recommendations to the Executive Director in the exercise of his/her functions as well as coordinating the activities of the UN Environment Divisions, regional/country Offices related to the Executive Director’s responsibilities and monitoring implementation.
• Ensuring the effective running of the Senior Management Team meetings and Leadership Group meetings, and monitoring implementation of decisions; Representing the Executive Director on Security Management Team meetings as may be appropriate and ensuring an effective internal security/wardens system is in place for UN Environment, in cooperation with UN Security.
• Maintaining liaison with high-ranking representatives of Member States, international organizations and other partners on substantive, political questions and providing advice to the Executive Director on these issues.
• Managing the preparation of and reviewing draft correspondence, official statements, communication outputs and reports for the Executive Director’s signature or clearance; Overseeing the preparation of relevant research and background papers on matters of concern to the Office.
• In the absence of the Executive Director or Deputy Executive Director, receiving visitors, performing representational functions, organizing and attending meetings on their behalf.

Competencies

• Professionalism: Knowledge in inter-governmental and inter-agency negotiations and networking functions; Ability to analyze environmental, political and economic and social developments and provide technical and substantive support in the field of environmental policy development. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work;
• Integrity: Demonstrates the values of the United Nations in daily activities and behaviours; acts without consideration of personal gain; resists undue political pressure in decision-making; does not abuse power or authority; stands by decisions that are in the Organization’s interest, even if they are unpopular; takes prompt action in cases of unprofessional or unethical behaviour.
• Respect for Diversity: Works effectively with people from all backgrounds; treats all people with dignity and respect; treats men and women equally; shows respect for and understanding of diverse points of view and demonstrates this understanding in daily work and decision-making; examines own biases and behaviours to avoid stereotypical responses; does not discriminate against any individual or group.
• Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
• Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.

Managerial Competencies

• Leadership: Serves as a role model that other people want to follow: empowers others to translate vision into results; is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives; establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support; anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions; drives for change and improvements; does not accept the status quo; shows the courage to take unpopular stands. Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing.
• Judgement/Decision-making: Identifies the key issues in a complex situation, and comes to the heart of the problem quickly; gathers relevant information before making a decision; considers positive and negative impacts of decisions prior to making them; takes decisions with an eye to the impact on others and on the Organization; proposes a course of action or makes a recommendation based on all available information; checks assumptions against facts; determines the actions proposed will satisfy the expressed and underlying needs for the decision; makes tough decisions when necessary.

Education

• Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent degree) in humanitarian affairs, political science, environmental studies, ecology, earth science, international relations, development or related field.
• A first-level university degree in combination with additional two years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of fifteen years of progressively responsible experience in political affairs, international relations, management or related area.;
• At least five years at the international level in the areas of international affairs, development assistance or environment;
• Experience in providing strategic policy advice to senior level officials;

DESIRED EXPERIENCE

• Experience in executive direction and management of a multicultural organization.

Languages

• English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
• For the position advertised, fluency in English and French is required.
• Knowledge of another UN Official language is an asset.

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview. Core values and competencies will be assessed throughout the evaluation process.

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GSM Association Job Vacancy : Market Engagement Manager – Mobile Money

Mobile Money Programme

The GSMA Mobile Money Programme works with mobile money providers and the wider financial industry to accelerate the availability of mobile financial services that provide safety, security and convenience to the unbanked. Through its work, the GSMA has supported the development of an industry that now reaches over 100 million active users globally; providing much-needed financial services to those who were previously excluded from or underserved by the formal financial sector.

This exciting role involves engagement on both commercial and regulatory fronts, offering the successful candidate a comprehensive view of how the mobile industry is interacting with public and private stakeholders to reshape the financial services landscape in Africa.

As Mobile Money Market Engagement Manager for Africa, and working alongside the local teams, you will be responsible for shaping positions taken by some of the region’s largest and most influential companies. You will be at the forefront of debates about how to regulate technology, stimulate innovation, and extend financial services to people around the developing world. You will be directly involved in the dialogue between regulators, business, and public interest groups. You will be asked to speak at conferences and to build a broad network of public and private sector actors, including international aid organisations, mobile operators, regulators, and fintech companies. You will work alongside a high-performing and multi-cultural team based in Nairobi, London, Latin America, and Asia. You will author public content that should become the reference materials for policymakers and private sector actors seeking to understand the future of mobile money.

Responsibilities:

• Developing and implementing creative, bold, and targeted engagement strategies to advance GSMA positions in Africa
• Building and managing relationships with operators and other key stakeholders across the region in order to identify strategic opportunities to provide support and develop initiatives that align with the programme’s core objectives.
• Coordinating closely with a large range of actors such as regulatory specialists, regional experts, and data analysts, both inside and outside of the GSMA
• Identifying gaps in the capacity of MNOs to address regulatory barriers for the development of mobile money services and make recommendations for support that will assist policymakers to advocate for enabling reforms
• Designing and implementing projects with mobile operators on topics such as international remittances or e-commerce to inform and support the spread of best practice
• Writing, reviewing and editing mobile money publications and blogs on a wide variety of subjects
• Participating in and presenting at relevant GSMA events and those of external regional partners to disseminate resources and insights, as well as to continue to position the programme as a thought-leader within the industry.
• Shaping the programme’s regional advocacy efforts with relevant internal and external partners, e.g., GSMA. African Development Bank, UNCDF, CGAP and ITU, working in close consultation with policy and advocacy colleagues

The Market Engagement Manager Africa will report to the Market Engagement Director, Africa.

Qualifications

The right candidate will be able to draw on a solid foundation of industry knowledge, project management expertise, as well as the ability to engage stakeholders, communicate effectively, and rapidly adapt to different cultures.

• Masters level Education or above, with demonstrable work experience
• A strong grasp of the English language, able to express complex technical, commercial or regulatory issues in plain language
• Excellent relationship management skills at an executive level. Business development skills and key account management experience are highly desirable.
• Strong strategic skillset – able to work on the cutting edge of mobile money, to help determine how to successfully scale mobile money services
• Regulatory knowledge relevant to mobile money and/or financial services in Africa
• Charismatic & energetic, with strong public speaking skills, able to inspire others and build constructive working relationships with diverse stakeholders
• Experience analysing the business impact of regulation in any sector and in designing advocacy campaigns to affect that impact
• Proven analytical skills, especially the ability to predict and/or assess commercial and economic implications of regulatory decisions
• Ability to work in a matrixed structure, to positively influence peers and support cross functional collaboration across the GSMA
• Ability to handle pressing deadlines and ambiguity; innovates and devises frameworks to resolve and prioritise
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 40% of the time
• Strong analytical capabilities – able to assess different business models, understand what is working / not working in different contexts around new products, and also identify potential solutions
• A good understanding of mobile money and of the existing financial services landscape for the underserved in the region and familiarity with the relevant policy and regulatory context in key markets.
• Experience of working in emerging markets
• Excellent cultural awareness and the capability to work with globally dispersed teams
• A self-starter, highly motivated to develop the programme

Desirable but not required

• Experience working for a financial services regulator, a company in the mobile communications sector, or an international development organisation
• Genuinely interested in both the commercial and social benefits presented by mobile money
• Knowledge of taxation policies in Africa
• Educational background in business, law, economics, or political science
• French language fluency

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Mercy Corps Job Vacancy : Senior Procurement Manager

Mercy Corps is a leading global organization powered by the belief that a better world is possible. In disaster, in hardship, in more than 40 countries around the world, we partner to put bold solutions into action — helping people triumph over adversity and build stronger communities from within.

Now, and for the future.

Program / Department Summary

The Global Procurement group is a new team at Mercy Corps, bringing together functions which are currently handled by Operations, Finance, Compliance and Legal departments. Procurement at Mercy Corps is currently decentralized with the majority of the agency’s procurement spending occurring at the field level.

General Position Summary

Develop tailored supply plans for each category and country. Establish long-term agreements with high-quality suppliers to reduce transactional work and receive better terms. Ensure all procurement is done through the supply chain team to eliminate ‘shadow’ spend. Develop excellent partnerships with suppliers and other organizations.

The Senior Procurement Manager has the responsibility for the development and maintenance of strategic initiatives within all sourcing categories of responsibility including NFI’s, vehicles, communications, water and sanitation, food, health and cash assistance. Specific responsibilities include development of category strategies, supplier negotiations, identification of cost saving opportunities and overall management of supplier relationships. A good proportion of the total category spend and suppliers will not be managed directly; however, the senior procurement manager will need to consider the total spend within the category and provide support and oversight.

Strategy & Vision

• Demonstrate significant expertise in contract negotiations and cost management
• Contract administration and management
• Support ongoing management of procurement policies and procedures
• Liaise with country program procurement teams to ensure global supplier performance is tracked
• Develop category strategies
• Manage RFX, RFP process
• Cultivate supplier relationships
• Lead strategic supplier relationship management to continually identify process improvements and cost reduction opportunities
• Maintain relationships with various business functions across the organization including legal, regional/country offices, marketing etc.
• Well versed in analysis of spend data and cost models for continuous improvement
• The complexity of categories and projects require high quality project and program management skills and a proven ability to manage change both internally and externally

Organizational Learning

• As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities they serve, we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.

Accountability to Beneficiaries

• Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specificallyto our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.

Knowledge and Experience

• 8-10 years of procurement related experience
• BA/S in business management, supply chain management, or related field
• NGO experience preferred with thorough understanding of institutional donors’ (USAID, DFID, OFDA, ECHO) policies relating to procurement
• Ability to establish supplier specifications, measure conformance and identify process improvement opportunities in conjunction with internal customers
• Advanced knowledge of procurement industry cost structures and drivers
• Proven organizational, analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to conduct independent research and analysis, perform statistical calculations, identify issues, formulate options, and make recommendations
• Ability to provide fact based advice and development of market and industry analysis
• Ability to multitask productively and prioritize effectively
• Demonstrated openness to change and the ability to manage complexities in a timely, professional and quality manner
• General knowledge of applicable laws and regulations
• Knowledge of Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Word as well as experience implementing and using procurement systems
• Must have proven project management skills and ability to analyze and resolve complex issues
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, able to collaborate and motivate teams who are globally dispersed
• Excellent problem solving and negotiation skills
• Experience of working in Africa and Middle East

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Médicos Sin Fronteras Job Vacancy : Technical Designer for Water and Sanitation Dossiers

Main objectives of the Position: Create two technical construction dossiers of sanitation structures to systematize and facilitate high quality technical implementation in the field. One of the dossiers will focus on a Hospital waste zone and the other dossier to a Hospital shower- latrine and hand washing station set.

Job title: Technical designer for two Water and Sanitation dossiers

Hierarchically reporting to: Head of Nairobi Unit

Functionally reporting to: WHS technical referent for end result & construction referent for technical content validation

Job dimension: Produce two sets of dossiers with construction designs, bill of quantities and construction recommendations for 2 sets of sanitation infrastructures.

Starting date of mission: September

Duration of mission: 8 weeks

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

Hospital Waste Zone

Compile MSF standards for Hospital Waste zones in two contexts: emergency (temporary solution) and long-term solution, and prepare the draft-construction schemes that would entail each type of setting.

Emergency set-up:

• Simple materials to be used and easy to build structures: for example using oil drums as liners for the waste pits or Ferro-cement …Detailed list of manual content will be provided by MSF technical unit referents.
• Incinerators and reducers can be made locally with drums or intermediate burners (preferred option) as per MSF guides, recommendations, and experience.
• Water point and storage area should always be included
• The area should be enclosed and restricted to trained personnel only

Long term/Lasting solution:

• Long term solution materials to be used
• Incinerators and reducers should be made using De Montfort or similar as per MSF recommendations or policies
• Water point and storage area should always be included
• The area should be enclosed and restricted to trained personnel only
• Area for possible extension should always be considered and enclosed

Excreta disposal, showers and hand washing station

Compile MSF standards for latrines in Health Structures in two different contexts: emergency (or first temporary solution), and long-term (permanent) solution.

Emergency set-up:

• Simple materials to be used and easy to build structures: for example using oil drums as liners for the pits or ferro cement …
• Plastic sheeting and wood or alternative for the structure
• Handwashing points and small water harvesting should be included
• Handicap access, children access, and patients – staff structure should be considered.
• Design for 3 latrines (Men-Women-children) and 2 showers (men-women).
• Design should include the grease trap and soak away pit.

Long term/Permanent solution:

• Long term solution materials to be used
• Latrines should be possible to dislodge them or even to be connected to a septic tank
• Latrine should include access for disables and be children friendly
• Design for 3 latrines (Men-Women-children) and 2 showers (men-women).
• Water harvesting system, connection to sewerage system, flushing slabs, or VIP should all be considered.

EXPECTED OUTPUT

Initially, provide a draft of each of the dossiers (technical designs) by the end of the second week of the assignment, and a complete draft of the dossiers 10 days before the end of the work. A detailed chronogram will be provide at ignition of the work to assure room for technical revision, format review, draft validation, final revision,

1. Each technical dossier should include:

• Index showing the different items in each of set of sanitation infrastructures the dossiers
• Each item will be divided into 3 sections as follows:
• One initial section with technical drawings (all views, including finished ones – 3D) of the structure defined, along with the options for contextualization. This initial section should be prepared in AutoCAD and also in pdf format, with a proper scale, date of preparation, Name of the structure, and comments within the drawings to clarify possible specifications or construction needs.
• One second section showing key construction steps for each single structure, and tips for properly conducts the implementation of the structure. This will be done mostly with 3D drawings, and will also show the different options proposed.
• A third section listing the bill of quantities needed (better to have one visual and one just where the items are listed).
• A complementary part in each dossier will inform of some key construction guidelines and considerations, additional recommendations for site selection, stabilization of the pits, requirements for the cement or others, lighting, for handwashing, material specifications for common construction materials, design considerations, etc.

1. Provide a presentation of the two dossiers to the technical referents

REFERENCES

• The main manuscripts and documents used for reference include:
• MSF Construction guides.
• Public Health Engineering in Precarious Situations, 2nd Version, 2010
• UNHCR WASH Technical designs for refugee settings ( http://ift.tt/2hWwNs0)
• Some internal MSF design documents

SELECTION CRITERIA

Education and experience

• Engineering/Architectural background with strong skills in designing water and sanitation structures and proficient in AutoCAD
• Professional and relief field experience. MSF experience is a key asset.
• Essential at least two years of previous experience with a Humanitarian organization
• Excellent written and visual communication to clearly present and illustrate the technical procedures the team needs to follow.
• Essential to have very good command of English, as all the documents should be presented in proficient English.

Conditions

• 2 months contract.
• Salary and secondary benefits based on MSF OCBA Reward Policy and country of residence’

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Sheer Logic Management Job Vacancy : Business Process Improvement (BPI) Manager – Finance & Controlling Africa, SSC

Sheer Logic Management Consultants are seeking to recruit a Business Process Improvement (BPI) Manager – Finance & Controlling Africa, SSC for one of our clients.

Location: The job will be based in Kenya (Nairobi)  Appx. 50% time travel required

Reports To: Head of Finance, Kenya

Duration: Permanent

 

Scope: As a BPI Manager – Finance and Controlling you will be responsible for the design of new business requirements and the improvement of current processes.  Participate in the planning and implementation of related processes in collaboration with IT and Business partners.

In FI the modules used are – Asset Management, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, General Ledger.

 

In CO the modules used are – Overhead Management (inc. Cost Center Accounting), Product Costing, Profit Center Accounting, and Profitability Analysis.

You will actively participate in the SAP rollout projects and will be responsible for analysing, training and implementing system relevant Finance & Controlling procedures in line with Best Practice processes currently in place.

 

You will be under the direct guidance of the BPI – Project Manager Finance and Controlling.

Principal Accountabilities:

General Tasks:

• Analyse, improve, design and manage implementation of new/changed processes in the area of Finance and Controlling focusing on the ERP system usage
• Write business requirement specification for new system changes and enhancement
• Manage projects/initiatives in the area of Finance and Controlling for Europe, liaising with Global, Divisional and Regional teams
• Manage and support interface of Finance and Controlling with all other functional areas ensuring adherence with Global guidelines and Internal Controls.
• Develop and document processes, functions, training documentation and procedures for Finance and Controlling modules
• Act as an interface between the SAP central team and end users representing the user community at European level
• Proactively identify potential problems, analyse information and show quality judgment in decision making

Key Skills and Knowledge:

• Finance Degree or equivalent is an advantage
• Proficient written and oral English is a must. English and French for Senegal and Ivory Coast area.
• Knowledge of Financial ERP system (preferably SAP) as a key/advanced user or business analysis is a must.
• Strong knowledge of operational Finance and Controlling processes gained as business analyst, Financial system key user or as a consultant in a multinational company preferably using SAP
• Ability to manage multiple projects with the flexibility to adapt to a fast changing environment and targets
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft applications like Outlook, Word, Excel. Knowledge of Visio and Access are a plus
• French will be an added advantage

Key Competencies:

• Self-starter, good team player and capable to meet deadlines in a challenging situation or under tight deadlines
• Ability to manage multiple projects with the flexibility to adapt to an fast changing environment and targets
• Good organizational and communication skills, capability to communicate effectively both to managers and end users
• Capability to work independently and to lead projects in a matrix organisation
• Capability to build and maintain strong relationships with other team members and departments
• Ability to influence and motivate others
• Ability to pay attention to details without losing sight of the big picture
• Customer Focus

Other: Availability to travel up appx. 50% of the time

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Sheer Logic Management Job Vacancy : Senior Business Analyst SAP Finance & Controlling

Sheer Logic Management Consultants are seeking to recruit a Senior Business Analyst SAP Finance & Controlling for one of our clients.

Reporting to: SAP FICO Team Lead for Africa and Project Manager

Location: Nairobi & Africa units

Responsibilities   

 

Member of the group Africa SAP Competence Center, responsible to support our SAP system and deliver system solutions in a timely manner in the areas of Finance & Controlling and Reporting:

• Actively participate and support core gg template rollouts to African entities
• Address requirements coming from the business community through change requests and implement/configure solutions in the system
• Provide L2&L3 support to the business users
• Process tickets that have been escalated to Level 3 in collaboration with Level 2
• Ensure overall solution and SAP value flows standardization across all business units with proper IT governance based on Group Finance & Controlling Strategy and governance rules

In more details:

• Lead business Fit/Gap Blueprint/Process workshops in Finance & Controlling areas and integration with Logistics domains;
• Assess/document potential gaps between business requirements and global template.
• Responsible for enhancements to Finance & Controlling module global template: global communication and coordination of design, realization, IT / Business testing, cut-over and go-live
• Configure SAP R/3 system in Finance & Controlling modules
• Keep solution documentation up to date
• Conduct IT system testing;
• Design and execute functional and integration test plans with Business;
• Support Business User Acceptance testing and signoff
• Prepare production cutover plan in FICO area: advise on strategies/best practices for migration to production;
• Support all integration efforts and issue fixing related to Sales and Distribution, Supply Chain, Production, Finance and Business Warehouse
• Act as IT Lead of Roll-outs and Enhancements projects to Finance & Controlling

Qualifications:

• At least 5 successful full SAP implementation cycles in Finance & Controlling modules
• At least 5 years supporting SAP FICO in the areas of General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Cash and Banks, Fixed Assets, Cost Center Accounting, Profit Center Accounting
• CO base knowledge of Profitability Analysis
• Experience in LSMW and data migration is a must
• Experience in Report Painter and Queries is a must
• Exposure to Oracle Hyperion (HFM) and Group/Consolidation reporting is a plus
• Basic ABAP development experience is a plus
• Accounting /Finance Business background
• IFRS Knowledge is a plus
• Around 60% travel required, often on short notice
• Fluent in English and French
• Good communication and coordination skills

 

 

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Duma Works Job Vacancy : Kindergarten Coordinator

Duma Works is recruiting a Kindergarten Coordinator for one of our clients in Nairobi; a recognized international school in Karen.

We are looking for an enthusiastic kindergarten teacher and coordinator to foster and facilitate the intellectual and social development of the children.

Teaching kindergarten includes planning, implementing and assessing lessons.

 

 

You will teach children with patience and creativity.

Kindergarten teacher duties include designing a teaching plan and using activities and instructional methods to motivate children.
 

Responsibilities

• Design and follow a complete teaching plan.
• Teach alphabet and numeracy along with personal, social and emotional skills.
• Organize learning material and resources.
• Use a variety of activities and instructional methods (songs, stories, media, structured games, art, outdoor activities etc) to motivate and stimulate children’s abilities.
• Maintain an open line of communication with parents and provide appropriate information.
• Assess students performance and progress to ensure they are mastering the skills on regular basis.
• Monitor children’s interactions and nurture cooperation and sharing.
• Cooperate with administration staff.
• Follow and comply with teaching standards and safety regulations

Requirements

• 5+ years proven working experience as a kindergarten teacher.
• Excellent knowledge of child development and latest education theories and practices.
• Experience at an international school is an added advantage.
• Creative and artistic teaching abilities.
• Teaching and organization skills.
• Patience and flexibility.
• Strong communication skills.
• Keep abreast with the latest trends and best practices.
• BSc degree in education or relevant licence/certificate.
• Applicants should must have a TSC number.
• Leadership skills.

 

 

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Reputable Company Job Vacancy : Credit Controller

Our client, a group of companies based in Nairobi, is seeking to recruit a Credit Controller who will develop, implement and maintain an effective and professional credit control policy and procedures.

 

The successful candidate Must have 5 year experience in credit control.
 

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure that payments are received in accordance with the company’s current term of business and other relevant procedures.
• Develop, implement and maintain an effective and professional credit control policy and procedures.
• Control and manage the risks related to non-payment, late payment and account opening
• Set and monitor credit limits.
• Timely Billing and reconciliation of Customer Accounts
• To provide reports on the status of debtors to management
• Manage Lease contracts.
• Work closely with the sales and customer service teams to ensure any disputes are resolved amicably

Qualifications:

• Bachelors’ degree in Business/Accounting preferred
• Must have over 5 years’ experience in credit control
• Must have a professional qualification in Accounting and/or Credit management
• Must have excellent knowledge of accounting, credit, and collections functions.
• Must have excellent communication skills– Verbal & Oral.
• Must have strong customer service focused and team oriented

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 70,000 – 80,000/= (Approx. 700 – 800 USD) depending on experience and qualifications.
Deadline: 31st Aug 2017
 

 

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Reputable Company Job Vacancy : Executive Office Assistant

Our client, based in Nairobi that enhances sustainable management of forests is seeking to recruit an Executive Office Assistant who will assists in the overall running of the Office, giving support to all departments where required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collecting and mailing correspondence maintaining office schedule by picking-up and delivering items.
• Assisting visitors by welcoming them, answering questions and/or directing them.
• Drafting letters and other communication to external parties.
• Managing office accommodation for visitors.
• Maintaining office supplies by checking stock to determine inventory levels; anticipating requirements; placing orders; verifying receipt; stocking items.
• Management and authorisation of local purchasing orders for the office.
• Maintaining and implementing general office filing systems.
• Maintaining office equipment by calling for repairs; monitoring equipment operation; monitoring and purchasing.
• Ensuring the office is kept in a clean and organised fashion.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant field is preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience preferably in a professional services.
• Must have strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Must be skilled in Microsoft Office
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must have strong organizational skills

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 50,000/= (Approx. 500 USD) depending on experience and qualifications.
Deadline: 31st Aug 2017
 

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