Administrative Officer at United Nations Children’s Fund

UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.

Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.

And we never give up.

For every child, Nutrition

Responsibilities:

• Participates in the development of the government and UNICEF work plan(s) and ensures compliance with specific assigned objectives.
• Provide guidance and support to focal government staff and partners to manage and implement Programme/projects (strengthening working group and coordination structures), conducts periodic programme reviews with government counterparts, donors and/or other partners, meets with national and international agencies covering the management of programme/projects and prepares programme/project status reports required for management, donors, budget review, programme analysis, annual reports,
• Identify capacity building needs and sustainability of programme/projects and assists partners and government authorities to plan and organize capacity strengthening programmes.
• Participates in technical development of relevant guidelines, strategies, policies, etc and supports their implementation through monitoring and evaluation
• Supports the development of partnership programmes and documents for the nutrition services implementation
• Supports partners for programme roll-out, including training and monitoring. This includes analyzing quarterly technical reports from partners and addresses presenting issues in consultation with supervisor
• Coordinates with the Operations/Supply staff on supply and non-supply assistance activities ensuring proper and timely UNICEF and government accountability. Certifies disbursements of funds, monitors and submits financial status reports to supervisor, section chief or representative, as required.
• Participates in meetings with Ministries responsible for programme/project review and follows up on implementation of recommendations and agreements.
• Assists in the development and/or introduction of innovative approaches, methods and practices in project management and evaluation with a focus on MIYCN.
• Contributes towards the preparation of the situation analysis by compiling data, analyzing and evaluating information, ensuring accurate and timely input of programme information in surveys, HMIS/CBHIS programme system and the issuance of status reports for monitoring and evaluation purposes on MIYCN
• Participates in intersectoral collaboration with other programme colleagues

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in nutrition, Social Science, public health, health Education/promotion or related technical field
• At least a minimum of 2 years demonstrated experience of working in nutrition and at least one year working on maternal, infant and young child nutrition in Kenya; additional years of experience will be an added advantage
• Experience in implementing programs in Liaison with Ministry of health.
• Fluency in English and Kiswahili required.

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Senior Human Resources Officer at Foreign and Commonwealth Office

The British Government is an inclusive and diversity-friendly employer.  We value difference, promote equality and challenge discrimination, enhancing our organisational capability. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law. We promote family-friendly flexible working opportunities, where operational and security needs allow.

Job Category  

Foreign and Commonwealth Office (Operations and Corporate Services)

Job Subcategory  

HR

Job Description (Roles and Responsibilities)  

The British Government is an inclusive and diversity-friendly employer.  We value difference, promote equality and challenge discrimination, enhancing our organisational capability. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law. We promote family-friendly flexible working opportunities, where operational and security needs allow.

Main purpose of job:

In support of the objectives and priorities of the British High Commission, the Senior Human Resources Officer will provide HR support to staff and ensure co-ordination with the Regional HR Hub in Pretoria.

Roles and responsibilities :

Co-ordination (50%)

• Co-ordinate updates to Local Staff Terms and Conditions of Service and other key FCO and DFID HR policies, in consultation with the Post  management and the regional HR Hub
• Liaising with the Regional HR Hub in Pretoria support the recruitment process through maintaining oversight of appointment letters, starting pay, allowances etc;
• Work with the people committee to ensure regular learning and development sessions and events for all BHC staff are undertaken as per schedule

Advisory and management (30%)

• Provide advice on changes in local employment law and best practice to management, staff and the Hub and ensure compliance
• Support the Head of Financial and Human Resources in Overseeing HR operations and ensure a functional HR department
• Work with post management and the regional hub to manage staff conduct
• Provide support for reward and recognition programmes such as the HMG Nairobi Awards
• Provide the Secretariat to, and be an active member of the BHC People Committee

Resources managed (20%):

• Manage the Learning & Development budget ensuring accurate forecasting and budget monitoring;
• Perform HR payroll functions – oversee the preparation of the report on any payroll changes and carry out 10% check ahead of monthly payment
• Contract manager for the BHC medical and pension schemes
• Line management of two Human Resources Officers

Essential qualifications, skills and experience  

• Full member in good standing with the  Institute of  Human Resource Management (shortlisted candidates will be required to provide evidence)
• Certified Human Resource Practitioner
• Excellent written and spoken English
• Previous Human Resources experience (At least 5 years in a medium size company)
• Good IT skills
• Strong interpersonal skills, including discretion and an ability to maintain confidentiality.

Desirable qualifications, skills and experience  

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences or  Human Resources Management

Required competencies  

Changing and Improving, Collaborating and Partnering, Building Capability for All, Managing a Quality Service

Application deadline  

13 September 2019

Grade  

B3 (L)

Type of Position  

Permanent

Region  

Africa

Country/Territory  

Kenya

Location (City)  

Nairobi

Type of Post  

British High Commission

Starting monthly salary ()  

KES 201,733.40

Start Date  

1 November 2019

Other benefits and conditions of employment  

Learning and development opportunities (and any specific training courses to be completed):

The British High Commission takes Learning and Development seriously and offers a wide range of in-house training as well as support for Continuous Professional Development hours (acceptable minimum of 10 CPDs hours per year).

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UK-Kenya Tech Hub Deputy Director at Foreign and Commonwealth Office

The British Government is an inclusive and diversity-friendly employer.  We value difference, promote equality and challenge discrimination, enhancing our organisational capability. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law. We promote family-friendly flexible working opportunities, where operational and security needs allow.

Job Category  

Foreign and Commonwealth Office (Policy & Political roles)

Job Subcategory  

Economic and Prosperity

Job Description (Roles and Responsibilities)  

Main purpose of job:

This is an exciting opportunity to support the establishment and success of a new, innovative and high-profile Tech Hub in Kenya that will aim to develop the Kenyan tech ecosystem, deliver digital skills programmes, and build links between Kenyan and international (including UK) tech businesses.  We are looking for a dynamic, well-networked individual from the Kenya tech scene for this role,, to initiate and pursue new strategic opportunities for the Hub across a number of sectors. The hub will be one of four critical pillars of a new Prosperity Fund programme to drive greater digital access in countries like Kenya. New and innovative, the Prosperity Fund (PF) represents a step change in HMG’s approach to promoting economic development and prosperity overseas.

The PF was established under the 2015 Strategic Defence and Security Review (SDSR) with the primary aim of supporting growth in recipient countries and thereby reducing poverty. As such, it represents a key component of the prosperity pillar of the UK Aid Strategy. But the Fund uniquely focuses on promoting growth in ODA-eligible middle income countries, which are home to nearly 60% of the world’s poor and where the development challenges remain significant, but at the same time are important business partners and drivers of prosperity. By delivering high impact, strategic multi-year programmes, across high opportunity countries, regions and sectors, the Fund will help create opportunities for international business, including UK companies. As the UK leaves the EU, an even more outward-looking global Britain investing and trading with the fastest growing markets will become increasingly important.

The role will be based in Nairobi, with some travel across the country which will be required to maximise the success and outputs of the hub across Kenya. There will also be some overseas travel, including to the UK.

The UK-Kenya Tech Hub will be one of the first in a global network of international tech partnerships developed by the UK government’s Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) to build digital ecosystems that will facilitate sustainable economic growth and development.

The successful candidate will be part of a small team of locally-engaged staff, based within the British High Commission, and will support the Director of the Hub to develop its strategy, and then be responsible for helping to deliver that strategy. They will also manage the hub’s day to day operations. The Tech Hub Network is funded as part of a cross-government, Prosperity-funded programme, so collaboration across departments will be a critical success factor in this role.

The Hub will have three main aims:

• Identify, develop, and deliver tailored interventions to cultivate digital skills responding to the needs and   opportunities for inclusion in the local tech sector for example promoting opportunities for youth and women in the local tech sector. Interventions will generally be delivered by local and international partners;
• Support tech entrepreneurship through partnerships with local digital ecosystem stakeholders including incubators, accelerators and private sector firms, Kenyan government departments and agencies and non-profit organisations
• Facilitate partnerships between local tech firms (including tech startups) and international companies (across all sectors) in the form of commercial partnerships or joint ventures

Roles and responsibilities

• Supporting the Director of the Hub in their development of a strategy to establish and make this hub succeed in the Kenyan landscape;
• Supporting the Director to initiate and pursue new strategic opportunities for the Hub, cultivating new leads, understanding business and innovation needs across all sectors and convincingly presenting the opportunities for collaboration via the Hub;
• Providing leadership on the management of the Hub’s ongoing projects, as well as the development of new ones. This will include budget development and management;
• Working in collaboration with DCMS and other government departments, taking responsibility for delivering delegations (both inward and outward) and events that support the development of the local tech ecosystem;
• Developing and managing relationships with local tech firms, startups and wider tech sector stakeholders, using these to support the development of new partnerships and programmes;
• Collaborating with the other Hubs in the global network to develop the network offering;
• Leading on selected operational management responsibilities, including potentially: project oversight, budget management, impact assessment (monitoring and evaluation), HR supervision, or as further defined according to need in order to support the work of the Hub’s Director and new strategic directions for the Hub;
• Deputising for the Director in various leadership roles within the team, including representing the Hub and the British High Commission externally in some circumstances (media, speaking opportunities, event representation).
• Acting as a gender champion in your leadership role.  Ensure Gender Equality Act (2014) compliance and support implementation of gender policy and guidance so that, at the least, no harm is done and gender inequality is not worsened. Actively support PF ambitions on women’s economic opportunities, inclusive growth and poverty reduction through your team.

Resources managed:

The post-holder will report to the UK-Kenya Tech Hub Director. The postholder will be required to work closely with the DCMS Tech Hub network team; other government departments, including DfID, FCO and DIT, as well as the other Tech Hubs in the network.

Essential qualifications, skills and experience  

This role will suit individuals with experience of the UK/Kenya tech and startup scenes. The applicant would ideally bring a network of business contacts in Kenya, using this to expand the Hub’s network.

• Experience in, and knowledge of, the tech sector and startup scene within Kenya
• Well networked within the tech sector (private sector firms and/or startups); Knowledge of, and experience with, the Kenyan business landscape
• Track record of leading successful delivery in either industry or government
• Ability to engage credibly with senior government and senior industry stakeholders
• Proven track record of developing and running programs and partnerships from the ground up
• Proven project management and budget management skills
• Willingness to travel frequently within Kenya, and to occasionally travel to the UK and other locations
• Strong organisational skills
• Highly motivated, passionate about innovation and technology
• Open and clear communicator, excellent networking skills including across international environments

Required competencies  

Seeing the Big Picture, Leading and Communicating, Collaborating and Partnering, Delivering at Pace

Application deadline  

13 September 2019

Grade  

C5 (L)

Type of Position  

Fixed term, with possibility of renewal

Region  

Africa

Country/Territory  

Kenya

Location (City)  

Nairobi

Type of Post  

British High Commission

Starting monthly salary ()  

KES 477,832.00

Start Date  

1 October 2019

Other benefits and conditions of employment  

Learning and development opportunities (and any specific training courses to be completed):

We place a strong emphasis on learning and development.  You will be encouraged to undertake developmental training and get involved in corporate activities.  This role provides an excellent opportunity to build up programme knowledge and expertise and gain exposure to working across government.  You will have access to existing and new Project & Programme Management L&D as well as wider job-relevant L&D and support for your own personal development.

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Senior Leaf Technician at British American Tobacco

British American Tobacco has an exciting opportunity for an Senior Leaf Technician to join our team. Our new colleague will be based in Western Kenya Region, Oyani Leaf Centre.

 

Purpose Statement:
To provide and implement accurate and clear plans for timely materials and services supply, farmer loan management leaf purchases and relevant administrative support for leaf growing team to achieve its objectives.

 

Key Accountabilities:

 

Planning and Reporting:

 

▪ Prepare accurate, timely farmer accounts status highlighting variances to enable the leaf growing team make decision to improve operating performance.
▪ Coordinate with LGM, LB&BM and ALMs on crop purchases and loan recovery trends on a weekly basis.
Operations/ Professional/ Business:
▪ Plan, direct and manage Farmer advances process system wise and physically at Leaf Centre level.
▪ Plan and manage all farmer payments and ensure the Farmers are paid on time with all control environments in place.
▪ Evaluate stock holdings and determine valuations which reflect current costs in order to avoid tying too much cash in idle stock.
▪ Organise half year validation of fixed asset register against the verified list in the leaf centres.
▪ Accurately and timely prepare monthly returns as per calendar dates.

 

Management:
▪ Ensure complete integrity of data, stock, all other resources and assets within the leaf centres.
▪ Plan and co-ordinate on all Leaf Growing procurement needs in liaison with Procurement and ensure the needs are addressed on time and in compliance with company Purchasing procedures.
▪ Effectively manage service provider in LGSS to ensure provision of quality services.
▪ Plan, co-ordinate and manage allocation of stationery and leaf purchases materials required at different growing areas.
▪ Ensure that the leaf centre operational procedures are adhered to improve the leaf centre control environment.
▪ Continuously identify the areas of cost and service improvement in leaf growing, crop purchasing and running of leaf centres.
Leadership:
▪ Provide a clear direction to the team by ensuring that all reports have a clear line of sight between their individual and team objectives and the overall company objectives.
▪ Drive the leaf leadership agenda by inspiring both the company staff and the service provider to develop a more sense of belonging to the organisation.
Innovation
▪ Continuously evaluate current administration and operational procedures in leaf growing, advice on improvements and coordinate the implementation of those best suited to the organisational needs
▪ Always challenge the status quo.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in the field
  • Computer literate
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Good team player with high integrity
  • Ability to prioritise work load
• B. Sc in Agriculture, Agronomy or horticulture

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Ongoing Interns Recruitment at Sync Limited (September, 2019 Jobs Update)

Sync Limited is an enterprise information technology products & consulting company

We are looking for you to fill these key roles:

Technical Sales Intern

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND
• Location Nairobi
• Job Field Engineering / Technical

Job Description

• Training and/or experience in Information and Communication Technology, Electrical or Power products.
• Proficiency in oral and written communication.
• Recommend product enhancements and updates to identify new business opportunities.
• Analyze trends and develop business strategies to that regard.
• Assist in building new product portfolio and introduction into the market.
• Establish pricing strategies and guidelines for new product development.
• Stay up-to-date with product knowledge, business flow, sales process and market dynamics.

 

Purchasing Intern

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND
• Location Nairobi
• Job Field Procurement / Store-keeping / Supply Chain

Job Details

• Maintain records of goods ordered and received.
• Review purchase order claims and contracts for conformance to company policy.
• Prepare and process requisitions and purchase orders for supplies.
• Represent the company in negotiating contracts and formulating policies with suppliers
• Resolve vendor grievances and claims against suppliers.
• Prepare reports regarding market conditions and merchandise costs.
• Manage on-line purchasing systems.

Customer Service Interns

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND
• Location Nairobi
• Job Field Customer Care   Graduate Jobs / Internships

Job Description

• Maintaining a positive, empathetic and professional attitude toward customers at all times.
• Responding promptly to customer inquiries.
• Communicating with customers through various channels.
• Acknowledging and resolving customer complaints.
• Vast product knowledge.
• Ensure efficiency of the customer service process.
• Ensure customer satisfaction through the provision of professional customer support.

Finance Internship

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND
• Location Nairobi
• Job Field Graduate Jobs / Internships

Job Details

• Managing records and receipts
• Reconciling daily, monthly and yearly transactions.
• Providing customer service to clients
• Resolve financial disputes raised by the customer service and sales teams.
• Being a key point of contact for other departments on financial and accounting matters.
• Supporting the Finance Manager and executives with projects and tasks when required.

Marketing Intern

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND
• Location Nairobi
• Job Field Education / Teaching   Sales / Marketing

Job Description

• Developing the marketing strategy for the company in line with company objectives.
• Managing all marketing campaigns for the company.
• Preparing online and print marketing campaigns.
• Developing the marketing strategy for the company in line with company objectives.
• Creation and publication of all marketing material in line with marketing plans.
• Monitor and report on effectiveness of marketing communications.
• Design and assisting with new product launches.
• Handling social media, public relation efforts, and content marketing.

REQUIREMENTS

• Attained a C+ or higher in your KCSE.
• A verifiable academic certificate of training in relevant field.
• Partake in a month-long intensive training program (Monday – Saturday)Only successful candidates will be retained.
• Proficient in internet research, word processing and spreadsheets.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

DISCLAIMER

Short listing will be on a ‘first-come’ basis.

No fee is payable by candidates at any point of the recruitment process.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Products Intern

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND
• Location Nairobi
• Job Field Graduate Jobs / Internships

Job Description

ShopIT is looking for product interns, who can work on full-time basis. As a product intern, you will be required to research on new products in both the local and East African market. You will closely work with the product associate, to bring on-board products that consequently grow the company’s sales. You must be goal-driven, detail-oriented and enthusiastic about providing quality products to the respective market.

The successful jobholder will be required to:

• Research on new viable products/brands in the market.
• Look for new suppliers/distributors of new and existing products.
• Consolidate collected products lists in Excel.
• Gather general Market Trend information

Job Skills

• Have excellent communication skills
• Ability to do research and data tabulation
• Be able to establish relationships with new distributors/suppliers.

Job Requirements

• KCSE mean grade of B or above.
• Good communication and negotiation skills.
• Good researching skills and be Self-driven.
• Possess Knowledge and skills on MS EXCEL and Google Sheets.
• Knowledge of Current Market trends.
• Skills and experience in ICT will be advantageous.
• Passionate about technology.
• Willing to work on weekends.
• Atleast Two referees.

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Administrative Officer at United Nations Children’s Fund

UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.

Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.

And we never give up.

For every child, Nutrition

Responsibilities:

• Participates in the development of the government and UNICEF work plan(s) and ensures compliance with specific assigned objectives.
• Provide guidance and support to focal government staff and partners to manage and implement Programme/projects (strengthening working group and coordination structures), conducts periodic programme reviews with government counterparts, donors and/or other partners, meets with national and international agencies covering the management of programme/projects and prepares programme/project status reports required for management, donors, budget review, programme analysis, annual reports,
• Identify capacity building needs and sustainability of programme/projects and assists partners and government authorities to plan and organize capacity strengthening programmes.
• Participates in technical development of relevant guidelines, strategies, policies, etc and supports their implementation through monitoring and evaluation
• Supports the development of partnership programmes and documents for the nutrition services implementation
• Supports partners for programme roll-out, including training and monitoring. This includes analyzing quarterly technical reports from partners and addresses presenting issues in consultation with supervisor
• Coordinates with the Operations/Supply staff on supply and non-supply assistance activities ensuring proper and timely UNICEF and government accountability. Certifies disbursements of funds, monitors and submits financial status reports to supervisor, section chief or representative, as required.
• Participates in meetings with Ministries responsible for programme/project review and follows up on implementation of recommendations and agreements.
• Assists in the development and/or introduction of innovative approaches, methods and practices in project management and evaluation with a focus on MIYCN.
• Contributes towards the preparation of the situation analysis by compiling data, analyzing and evaluating information, ensuring accurate and timely input of programme information in surveys, HMIS/CBHIS programme system and the issuance of status reports for monitoring and evaluation purposes on MIYCN
• Participates in intersectoral collaboration with other programme colleagues

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in nutrition, Social Science, public health, health Education/promotion or related technical field
• At least a minimum of 2 years demonstrated experience of working in nutrition and at least one year working on maternal, infant and young child nutrition in Kenya; additional years of experience will be an added advantage
• Experience in implementing programs in Liaison with Ministry of health.
• Fluency in English and Kiswahili required.

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Engineering And Maintenance Manager at Silafrica

Senior Human Resources Officer at Foreign and Commonwealth Office

The British Government is an inclusive and diversity-friendly employer.  We value difference, promote equality and challenge discrimination, enhancing our organisational capability. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law. We promote family-friendly flexible working opportunities, where operational and security needs allow.

Job Category  

Foreign and Commonwealth Office (Operations and Corporate Services)

Job Subcategory  

HR

Job Description (Roles and Responsibilities)  

The British Government is an inclusive and diversity-friendly employer.  We value difference, promote equality and challenge discrimination, enhancing our organisational capability. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law. We promote family-friendly flexible working opportunities, where operational and security needs allow.

Main purpose of job:

In support of the objectives and priorities of the British High Commission, the Senior Human Resources Officer will provide HR support to staff and ensure co-ordination with the Regional HR Hub in Pretoria.

Roles and responsibilities :

Co-ordination (50%)

• Co-ordinate updates to Local Staff Terms and Conditions of Service and other key FCO and DFID HR policies, in consultation with the Post  management and the regional HR Hub
• Liaising with the Regional HR Hub in Pretoria support the recruitment process through maintaining oversight of appointment letters, starting pay, allowances etc;
• Work with the people committee to ensure regular learning and development sessions and events for all BHC staff are undertaken as per schedule

Advisory and management (30%)

• Provide advice on changes in local employment law and best practice to management, staff and the Hub and ensure compliance
• Support the Head of Financial and Human Resources in Overseeing HR operations and ensure a functional HR department
• Work with post management and the regional hub to manage staff conduct
• Provide support for reward and recognition programmes such as the HMG Nairobi Awards
• Provide the Secretariat to, and be an active member of the BHC People Committee

Resources managed (20%):

• Manage the Learning & Development budget ensuring accurate forecasting and budget monitoring;
• Perform HR payroll functions – oversee the preparation of the report on any payroll changes and carry out 10% check ahead of monthly payment
• Contract manager for the BHC medical and pension schemes
• Line management of two Human Resources Officers

Essential qualifications, skills and experience  

• Full member in good standing with the  Institute of  Human Resource Management (shortlisted candidates will be required to provide evidence)
• Certified Human Resource Practitioner
• Excellent written and spoken English
• Previous Human Resources experience (At least 5 years in a medium size company)
• Good IT skills
• Strong interpersonal skills, including discretion and an ability to maintain confidentiality.

Desirable qualifications, skills and experience  

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences or  Human Resources Management

Required competencies  

Changing and Improving, Collaborating and Partnering, Building Capability for All, Managing a Quality Service

Application deadline  

13 September 2019

Grade  

B3 (L)

Type of Position  

Permanent

Region  

Africa

Country/Territory  

Kenya

Location (City)  

Nairobi

Type of Post  

British High Commission

Starting monthly salary ()  

KES 201,733.40

Start Date  

1 November 2019

Other benefits and conditions of employment  

Learning and development opportunities (and any specific training courses to be completed):

The British High Commission takes Learning and Development seriously and offers a wide range of in-house training as well as support for Continuous Professional Development hours (acceptable minimum of 10 CPDs hours per year).

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UK-Kenya Tech Hub Deputy Director at Foreign and Commonwealth Office

The British Government is an inclusive and diversity-friendly employer.  We value difference, promote equality and challenge discrimination, enhancing our organisational capability. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law. We promote family-friendly flexible working opportunities, where operational and security needs allow.

Job Category  

Foreign and Commonwealth Office (Policy & Political roles)

Job Subcategory  

Economic and Prosperity

Job Description (Roles and Responsibilities)  

Main purpose of job:

This is an exciting opportunity to support the establishment and success of a new, innovative and high-profile Tech Hub in Kenya that will aim to develop the Kenyan tech ecosystem, deliver digital skills programmes, and build links between Kenyan and international (including UK) tech businesses.  We are looking for a dynamic, well-networked individual from the Kenya tech scene for this role,, to initiate and pursue new strategic opportunities for the Hub across a number of sectors. The hub will be one of four critical pillars of a new Prosperity Fund programme to drive greater digital access in countries like Kenya. New and innovative, the Prosperity Fund (PF) represents a step change in HMG’s approach to promoting economic development and prosperity overseas.

The PF was established under the 2015 Strategic Defence and Security Review (SDSR) with the primary aim of supporting growth in recipient countries and thereby reducing poverty. As such, it represents a key component of the prosperity pillar of the UK Aid Strategy. But the Fund uniquely focuses on promoting growth in ODA-eligible middle income countries, which are home to nearly 60% of the world’s poor and where the development challenges remain significant, but at the same time are important business partners and drivers of prosperity. By delivering high impact, strategic multi-year programmes, across high opportunity countries, regions and sectors, the Fund will help create opportunities for international business, including UK companies. As the UK leaves the EU, an even more outward-looking global Britain investing and trading with the fastest growing markets will become increasingly important.

The role will be based in Nairobi, with some travel across the country which will be required to maximise the success and outputs of the hub across Kenya. There will also be some overseas travel, including to the UK.

The UK-Kenya Tech Hub will be one of the first in a global network of international tech partnerships developed by the UK government’s Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) to build digital ecosystems that will facilitate sustainable economic growth and development.

The successful candidate will be part of a small team of locally-engaged staff, based within the British High Commission, and will support the Director of the Hub to develop its strategy, and then be responsible for helping to deliver that strategy. They will also manage the hub’s day to day operations. The Tech Hub Network is funded as part of a cross-government, Prosperity-funded programme, so collaboration across departments will be a critical success factor in this role.

The Hub will have three main aims:

• Identify, develop, and deliver tailored interventions to cultivate digital skills responding to the needs and   opportunities for inclusion in the local tech sector for example promoting opportunities for youth and women in the local tech sector. Interventions will generally be delivered by local and international partners;
• Support tech entrepreneurship through partnerships with local digital ecosystem stakeholders including incubators, accelerators and private sector firms, Kenyan government departments and agencies and non-profit organisations
• Facilitate partnerships between local tech firms (including tech startups) and international companies (across all sectors) in the form of commercial partnerships or joint ventures

Roles and responsibilities

• Supporting the Director of the Hub in their development of a strategy to establish and make this hub succeed in the Kenyan landscape;
• Supporting the Director to initiate and pursue new strategic opportunities for the Hub, cultivating new leads, understanding business and innovation needs across all sectors and convincingly presenting the opportunities for collaboration via the Hub;
• Providing leadership on the management of the Hub’s ongoing projects, as well as the development of new ones. This will include budget development and management;
• Working in collaboration with DCMS and other government departments, taking responsibility for delivering delegations (both inward and outward) and events that support the development of the local tech ecosystem;
• Developing and managing relationships with local tech firms, startups and wider tech sector stakeholders, using these to support the development of new partnerships and programmes;
• Collaborating with the other Hubs in the global network to develop the network offering;
• Leading on selected operational management responsibilities, including potentially: project oversight, budget management, impact assessment (monitoring and evaluation), HR supervision, or as further defined according to need in order to support the work of the Hub’s Director and new strategic directions for the Hub;
• Deputising for the Director in various leadership roles within the team, including representing the Hub and the British High Commission externally in some circumstances (media, speaking opportunities, event representation).
• Acting as a gender champion in your leadership role.  Ensure Gender Equality Act (2014) compliance and support implementation of gender policy and guidance so that, at the least, no harm is done and gender inequality is not worsened. Actively support PF ambitions on women’s economic opportunities, inclusive growth and poverty reduction through your team.

Resources managed:

The post-holder will report to the UK-Kenya Tech Hub Director. The postholder will be required to work closely with the DCMS Tech Hub network team; other government departments, including DfID, FCO and DIT, as well as the other Tech Hubs in the network.

Essential qualifications, skills and experience  

This role will suit individuals with experience of the UK/Kenya tech and startup scenes. The applicant would ideally bring a network of business contacts in Kenya, using this to expand the Hub’s network.

• Experience in, and knowledge of, the tech sector and startup scene within Kenya
• Well networked within the tech sector (private sector firms and/or startups); Knowledge of, and experience with, the Kenyan business landscape
• Track record of leading successful delivery in either industry or government
• Ability to engage credibly with senior government and senior industry stakeholders
• Proven track record of developing and running programs and partnerships from the ground up
• Proven project management and budget management skills
• Willingness to travel frequently within Kenya, and to occasionally travel to the UK and other locations
• Strong organisational skills
• Highly motivated, passionate about innovation and technology
• Open and clear communicator, excellent networking skills including across international environments

Required competencies  

Seeing the Big Picture, Leading and Communicating, Collaborating and Partnering, Delivering at Pace

Application deadline  

13 September 2019

Grade  

C5 (L)

Type of Position  

Fixed term, with possibility of renewal

Region  

Africa

Country/Territory  

Kenya

Location (City)  

Nairobi

Type of Post  

British High Commission

Starting monthly salary ()  

KES 477,832.00

Start Date  

1 October 2019

Other benefits and conditions of employment  

Learning and development opportunities (and any specific training courses to be completed):

We place a strong emphasis on learning and development.  You will be encouraged to undertake developmental training and get involved in corporate activities.  This role provides an excellent opportunity to build up programme knowledge and expertise and gain exposure to working across government.  You will have access to existing and new Project & Programme Management L&D as well as wider job-relevant L&D and support for your own personal development.

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Senior Leaf Technician at British American Tobacco

British American Tobacco has an exciting opportunity for an Senior Leaf Technician to join our team. Our new colleague will be based in Western Kenya Region, Oyani Leaf Centre.

 

Purpose Statement:
To provide and implement accurate and clear plans for timely materials and services supply, farmer loan management leaf purchases and relevant administrative support for leaf growing team to achieve its objectives.

 

Key Accountabilities:

 

Planning and Reporting:

 

▪ Prepare accurate, timely farmer accounts status highlighting variances to enable the leaf growing team make decision to improve operating performance.
▪ Coordinate with LGM, LB&BM and ALMs on crop purchases and loan recovery trends on a weekly basis.
Operations/ Professional/ Business:
▪ Plan, direct and manage Farmer advances process system wise and physically at Leaf Centre level.
▪ Plan and manage all farmer payments and ensure the Farmers are paid on time with all control environments in place.
▪ Evaluate stock holdings and determine valuations which reflect current costs in order to avoid tying too much cash in idle stock.
▪ Organise half year validation of fixed asset register against the verified list in the leaf centres.
▪ Accurately and timely prepare monthly returns as per calendar dates.

 

Management:
▪ Ensure complete integrity of data, stock, all other resources and assets within the leaf centres.
▪ Plan and co-ordinate on all Leaf Growing procurement needs in liaison with Procurement and ensure the needs are addressed on time and in compliance with company Purchasing procedures.
▪ Effectively manage service provider in LGSS to ensure provision of quality services.
▪ Plan, co-ordinate and manage allocation of stationery and leaf purchases materials required at different growing areas.
▪ Ensure that the leaf centre operational procedures are adhered to improve the leaf centre control environment.
▪ Continuously identify the areas of cost and service improvement in leaf growing, crop purchasing and running of leaf centres.
Leadership:
▪ Provide a clear direction to the team by ensuring that all reports have a clear line of sight between their individual and team objectives and the overall company objectives.
▪ Drive the leaf leadership agenda by inspiring both the company staff and the service provider to develop a more sense of belonging to the organisation.
Innovation
▪ Continuously evaluate current administration and operational procedures in leaf growing, advice on improvements and coordinate the implementation of those best suited to the organisational needs
▪ Always challenge the status quo.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in the field
  • Computer literate
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Good team player with high integrity
  • Ability to prioritise work load
• B. Sc in Agriculture, Agronomy or horticulture

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Ongoing Interns Recruitment at Sync Limited (September, 2019 Jobs Update)

Sync Limited is an enterprise information technology products & consulting company

We are looking for you to fill these key roles:

Technical Sales Intern

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND
• Location Nairobi
• Job Field Engineering / Technical

Job Description

• Training and/or experience in Information and Communication Technology, Electrical or Power products.
• Proficiency in oral and written communication.
• Recommend product enhancements and updates to identify new business opportunities.
• Analyze trends and develop business strategies to that regard.
• Assist in building new product portfolio and introduction into the market.
• Establish pricing strategies and guidelines for new product development.
• Stay up-to-date with product knowledge, business flow, sales process and market dynamics.

 

Purchasing Intern

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND
• Location Nairobi
• Job Field Procurement / Store-keeping / Supply Chain

Job Details

• Maintain records of goods ordered and received.
• Review purchase order claims and contracts for conformance to company policy.
• Prepare and process requisitions and purchase orders for supplies.
• Represent the company in negotiating contracts and formulating policies with suppliers
• Resolve vendor grievances and claims against suppliers.
• Prepare reports regarding market conditions and merchandise costs.
• Manage on-line purchasing systems.

Customer Service Interns

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND
• Location Nairobi
• Job Field Customer Care   Graduate Jobs / Internships

Job Description

• Maintaining a positive, empathetic and professional attitude toward customers at all times.
• Responding promptly to customer inquiries.
• Communicating with customers through various channels.
• Acknowledging and resolving customer complaints.
• Vast product knowledge.
• Ensure efficiency of the customer service process.
• Ensure customer satisfaction through the provision of professional customer support.

Finance Internship

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND
• Location Nairobi
• Job Field Graduate Jobs / Internships

Job Details

• Managing records and receipts
• Reconciling daily, monthly and yearly transactions.
• Providing customer service to clients
• Resolve financial disputes raised by the customer service and sales teams.
• Being a key point of contact for other departments on financial and accounting matters.
• Supporting the Finance Manager and executives with projects and tasks when required.

Marketing Intern

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND
• Location Nairobi
• Job Field Education / Teaching   Sales / Marketing

Job Description

• Developing the marketing strategy for the company in line with company objectives.
• Managing all marketing campaigns for the company.
• Preparing online and print marketing campaigns.
• Developing the marketing strategy for the company in line with company objectives.
• Creation and publication of all marketing material in line with marketing plans.
• Monitor and report on effectiveness of marketing communications.
• Design and assisting with new product launches.
• Handling social media, public relation efforts, and content marketing.

REQUIREMENTS

• Attained a C+ or higher in your KCSE.
• A verifiable academic certificate of training in relevant field.
• Partake in a month-long intensive training program (Monday – Saturday)Only successful candidates will be retained.
• Proficient in internet research, word processing and spreadsheets.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

DISCLAIMER

Short listing will be on a ‘first-come’ basis.

No fee is payable by candidates at any point of the recruitment process.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Products Intern

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND
• Location Nairobi
• Job Field Graduate Jobs / Internships

Job Description

ShopIT is looking for product interns, who can work on full-time basis. As a product intern, you will be required to research on new products in both the local and East African market. You will closely work with the product associate, to bring on-board products that consequently grow the company’s sales. You must be goal-driven, detail-oriented and enthusiastic about providing quality products to the respective market.

The successful jobholder will be required to:

• Research on new viable products/brands in the market.
• Look for new suppliers/distributors of new and existing products.
• Consolidate collected products lists in Excel.
• Gather general Market Trend information

Job Skills

• Have excellent communication skills
• Ability to do research and data tabulation
• Be able to establish relationships with new distributors/suppliers.

Job Requirements

• KCSE mean grade of B or above.
• Good communication and negotiation skills.
• Good researching skills and be Self-driven.
• Possess Knowledge and skills on MS EXCEL and Google Sheets.
• Knowledge of Current Market trends.
• Skills and experience in ICT will be advantageous.
• Passionate about technology.
• Willing to work on weekends.
• Atleast Two referees.

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Administrative Officer at United Nations Children’s Fund

UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.

Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.

And we never give up.

For every child, Nutrition

Responsibilities:

• Participates in the development of the government and UNICEF work plan(s) and ensures compliance with specific assigned objectives.
• Provide guidance and support to focal government staff and partners to manage and implement Programme/projects (strengthening working group and coordination structures), conducts periodic programme reviews with government counterparts, donors and/or other partners, meets with national and international agencies covering the management of programme/projects and prepares programme/project status reports required for management, donors, budget review, programme analysis, annual reports,
• Identify capacity building needs and sustainability of programme/projects and assists partners and government authorities to plan and organize capacity strengthening programmes.
• Participates in technical development of relevant guidelines, strategies, policies, etc and supports their implementation through monitoring and evaluation
• Supports the development of partnership programmes and documents for the nutrition services implementation
• Supports partners for programme roll-out, including training and monitoring. This includes analyzing quarterly technical reports from partners and addresses presenting issues in consultation with supervisor
• Coordinates with the Operations/Supply staff on supply and non-supply assistance activities ensuring proper and timely UNICEF and government accountability. Certifies disbursements of funds, monitors and submits financial status reports to supervisor, section chief or representative, as required.
• Participates in meetings with Ministries responsible for programme/project review and follows up on implementation of recommendations and agreements.
• Assists in the development and/or introduction of innovative approaches, methods and practices in project management and evaluation with a focus on MIYCN.
• Contributes towards the preparation of the situation analysis by compiling data, analyzing and evaluating information, ensuring accurate and timely input of programme information in surveys, HMIS/CBHIS programme system and the issuance of status reports for monitoring and evaluation purposes on MIYCN
• Participates in intersectoral collaboration with other programme colleagues

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in nutrition, Social Science, public health, health Education/promotion or related technical field
• At least a minimum of 2 years demonstrated experience of working in nutrition and at least one year working on maternal, infant and young child nutrition in Kenya; additional years of experience will be an added advantage
• Experience in implementing programs in Liaison with Ministry of health.
• Fluency in English and Kiswahili required.

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