Marketing & PR Manager at Watu Credit

Watu Credit Limited is a dynamic and fast-growing non-bank finance company. Watu Credit Limited harnesses technology to offer unsecured lending, primarily via mobile services. We aim to become the leading African provider of a broad set of inclusive financial products, delivered through technology in a fast, efficient and professional manner.

About the role: 

This position is responsible for the provision of strategic leadership and growth of Watu Credit’s brand position and image by managing marketing, advertising, branding, corporate communication, and promotional activities. Additionally, they will closely collaborate with the Media Team, participating in various customer response activities, engaging audiences through different media channels, communicating with stakeholders on different levels (customers, media, boda-boda stage chairmen, etc), and assisting in the drafting of legal responses/ press releases.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate in the preparation of new product marketing plans through research, analysis of the market trends and recommend changes on the marketing and business development strategies in cooperation with divisional heads.
• Support Business Development to generate revenue for the Company.
• Establish a system of reports and communications for all information relating to marketing and sales including feedback mechanisms.
• Assist in media coverage and branding during corporate events to ensure look and feel is consistent with the Company brand through the use of social media posting, media coverage where necessary, banners, and other branded items.
• Assist in preparation of Company publicity materials such as brochures, documentaries, e-shots to increase visibility and marketing.
• Develop Company’s communication through various platforms such as website, social media, and mainstream media to ensure accuracy and quality of the information.
• Support growing the business through recruitment of new clients and maintain good relationships with the existing clients through constant communication/ encouraging feedback and making timely follow-ups.
• Facilitate in the coordination of CSR activities including devising long-term CSR programs that can give visibility to the Company’s work as well as enhance the products’ profile.
• Team up with the Media Response team whenever necessary.
• Collaborate with the Customer response team whenever necessary.
• Engage with customers, dealers, and other stakeholders through different media channels.
• Provide support in drafting legal responses/press releases on queries from customers and other stakeholders.

Does this sound like you?

 

• At least five (5) years’ experience of marketing in a large organization with at least 3 years in a leading position within an active commercial environment.
• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Business, Marketing, or Public Relations from a recognized Institution.
• Member of the Chartered Institute of Marketing.
• Proven experience marketing financial services targeting BoP consumers.
• Excellent communication skills – highly articulate in English, both written and verbal.
• Proven track of Public speaking experience – especially in crowd control or crisis setting.
• Highly developed and demonstrated teamwork skills.
• Excellent business intelligence, business skills, and networking skills.
• Ability to work in an organization with diverse business operations.

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Mental Health Project Manager at HealthRight International

HealthRight International is a global health and human rights organization. HealthRight was founded in 1990 by physician and human rights advocate Dr. Jonathan Mann

DIRECT REPORTS: 4

BASED IN: Nairobi (with frequent travel to project sites)

PRIMARY ROLE:The Project Manager is responsible for the overall implementation and coordination of the Mental Health project and all activities related to it, including M&E, reporting, liaison with all key stakeholders at the County, planning & facilitation of workshops. The Project Manager is responsible for supporting the project teams in improving mental health services in Nairobi urban slums. The Manager reports to HealthRight Kenya’s Associate Programs Director (APD), and works collaboratively with Director of HealthRight’s Peter C. Alderman Program for Global Mental Health (headquarter-based).

RESPONSIBILITIES and DUTIES

• Lead the planning, implementation and coordination of all project activities.
• Manage rapid start-up of project activities including procurement and contract management.
• Coordinate and technically monitor the implementation of all project activities according to the objectives, indicators, work plan and approved budget and inform the Associate programme director on a regular/ongoing basis.
• Track and monitor necessary programmatic, financial and technical inputs, and determine operation needs of the project.
• Ensure regular and proper project documentation and reporting according to donor and HealthRight quality standards, rules & regulations and ensure timely reporting.
• Ensure improved individual and community knowledge, attitudes and practices around mental health.
• Implement a stepped care model for the integration of mental health services at the primary level of care and strengthen facility health management information systems (HMIS) with emphasis on mental health.
• Lead the project team and ensure with the project support team the sound financial management (review, compliance of budget), administration and logistics of the project.
• Provide technical and managerial support to all team members in fulfilment of their duties according to project objectives and ensure compliance with HealthRight policies and international standards
• Develop and put into practice appropriate and cost-efficient monitoring tools to improve mental health situation with regard to expected results and indicators as is mentioned in logframe, work plan and other relevant project documents.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships and alliances with implementing partners and other key stakeholders in the county
• Represent HealthRight at the County.

Assist HealthRight senior management with any requests for information or data regarding project expansion or development

Facilitate staff capacity building and mentorship on mental health and create an organizational mental health mainstreaming framework for future maternal and child health projects.

Track achievements of project objectives and indicators and write progress reports in compliance with donor requirements.

Support country programme development efforts

Perform other duties as may be allocated by supervisor.

Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Nursing, Clinical Medicine, Mental health, Public Health, Psychology or Health related Degree.

Other Requirements:

• Knowledge and experience in implementing integrated mental health programs.
• Minimum 5 years of working experience in planning, implementing and managing health related projects.
• Proven experience in administrative standards and requirements of donors.
• Experience of working with MoH at the Counties and regional levels.
• Knowledge of World Health Organization’s mental health Gap Action Programme Intervention Guide (mhGAP IG) and interpersonal therapy groups (IPT-G).
• Experienced in administration of the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9).
• Excellent ability to lead a team, work in a team and to mediate.
• Experience working in urban informal settlements.
• Possesses initiative and is able to work with minimum supervision.
• Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility in all aspects of responsibility.

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Digital Officer at International Committee of the Red Cross

We were established in 1960 by Dr. Marcus Wallenberg Jr as the Swedish Industry’s Council for Foreign Affairs. Initially the Council functioned as a forum for deliberations on Sweden’s relationship with the European Economic Community (the predecessor of the EU). In the late 1970s, the name was changed to the International Council of Swedish Industry (Näringslivets Internationella RÃ¥d, NIR) and focus shifted to emerging markets. In 2006 NIR again underwent an additional narrowing of focus and since then we have focussed solely on targeting complex markets with untapped potential for Swedish business.

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral and independent organisation with the exclusively humanitarian mission to protect the lives and dignity of victims of war and internal violence and to provide them with assistance.

It also endeavours to prevent suffering by promoting and strengthening International Humanitarian Law and universal humanitarian principles.

The ICRC’s Regional Delegation in Nairobi co-ordinates the institution’s humanitarian activities in Kenya, Tanzania and Djibouti.

Overall Responsibility: The Digital Officer 2 leads efforts to deliver compelling and engaging content (proactively and reactively) through the direct management of social media channels and the website at regional level.

S/he provides guidance and support to staff at all levels of the organization on social media use and produces in-depth reports on content performance.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Generates, identifies, develops, edits and maintains engaging online content for the icrc.org/Africa in English (photo galleries, feature stories and news releases) and African social media platforms in English;
• Participates to Geneva’s forward planning, notably ahead of ICRC key dates and events in collaboration with headquarter and delegations to coordinate the publishing of special pages/posts on online platforms in a timely manner;
• Coaches and trains English-speaking African delegation’s communication officers in charge of their local online content on both editorial and technical aspects;
• Generates and analyses monthly statistical reports, measures the popularity of African online platforms in English with Google Analytics, Facebook Insights and other tools;
• Provides proven expertise in digital campaign management on both organic and paid visibility for search and social channels, to promote content;
• With the support of our headquarters, the Digital Officer keeps the African online platforms technically updated;
• Provides in-depth social media guidance on setting up a strategy, managing and mitigating risks, growing an engaged community, influencing audiences and effecting behavioural change;
• Together with the Digital Marketing Officer, leads on social media acquisition and advertising campaigns, including setting performance metrics.

Minimum Requirements and Competencies

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Journalism, Media or related field;
• Minimum of 5 years of working experience in digital communication;
• Confirmed computer user and good knowledge of specialized online software;
• Strong capacity to use a Content management system (Drupal and/or WordPress and others);
• Expertise in Search Engine Optimization and Pay-Per-Click ads;
• Certificate of good conduct.

Method of Application

The interested candidates should submit their applications on or before the 26th June 2020 at 4:30 pm with the CV, motivation letter, including references details, supporting documents (Certificates, Diplomas, Degree etc) and current and expected remuneration to

ICRC Nairobi Delegation,

HR Department

via E-mail: nai_hrrec_services@icrc.org

The reference Digital Officer 2 must be stated in the application to be valid.

If you do not clearly state the position for which you are applying & attach the required certificates & other supporting documents, your application may not be considered.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

ICRC does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process. All applications are free for all candidates and no one should require any payment or compensation during the recruitment process. May the candidate be asked for any fee, he/she must report to ICRC HR Department through the recruitment contact.

ICRC is committed to diversity and welcomes applications from qualified candidates regardless of disability, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, race, colour or ethnic and national origins, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.

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Social Media Officer at African Touch Safaris

African Touch Safaris ltd (ATS)is an expert in group, incentive & individual travel. We are a division of the ATS Travel Group, a privately held, owner managed company that has grown over the years into one of East Africa’s leading Travel Agency. We are members of ASTA , IATA , KATA as well as the Chamber of commerce

Job purpose:

This role is responsible for a tech savvy individual to manage social media platforms and campaigns by using online tools to brand visibility and maintain company website. The post holder is responsible for the delivery and evolution of our digital communications across our websites and social media pages, as well as for maximizing opportunities to enhance the digital user experience, editing web content and social media pages by monitoring traffic and engagement.

Key roles and responsibilities:

• To push sales through social media platforms.
• Manage company multiple Social Media pages on a daily basis.
• Research on trending topics and matters from different sources.
• Identify readers’ priorities and align the social media strategy.
• Work with the marketing team and the tours department to ensure content uploaded is in good quality.
• Respond promptly to inquiries from the web audience. Enhance the online presence by creating and publishing ATS content and capitalize on publicity via social media channels (includes Facebook, twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and Whatsapp) etc
• Continuously improve by capturing and analyzing the appropriate social data/metrics, insights and best practices, and then acting on the information.
• Above all they must be able to offer IT support for both software and hardware and network systems in offices.

Competencies

• Effective problem-solving skills
• Good communication skills, verbally as well as well as written.
• Ability to work outside regular office hours to provide support to customers.
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent networking skills
• Excellent analytical skills and action-oriented output
• Passionate about social impact

Requirements

• Should be a tech savvy, aggressive, with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in the field. Have a Diploma in public relations, Communications, marketing or any other related field.
• Online content management experience (Mandatory)

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Marketing & PR Manager at Watu Credit

Watu Credit Limited is a dynamic and fast-growing non-bank finance company. Watu Credit Limited harnesses technology to offer unsecured lending, primarily via mobile services. We aim to become the leading African provider of a broad set of inclusive financial products, delivered through technology in a fast, efficient and professional manner.

About the role: 

This position is responsible for the provision of strategic leadership and growth of Watu Credit’s brand position and image by managing marketing, advertising, branding, corporate communication, and promotional activities. Additionally, they will closely collaborate with the Media Team, participating in various customer response activities, engaging audiences through different media channels, communicating with stakeholders on different levels (customers, media, boda-boda stage chairmen, etc), and assisting in the drafting of legal responses/ press releases.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate in the preparation of new product marketing plans through research, analysis of the market trends and recommend changes on the marketing and business development strategies in cooperation with divisional heads.
• Support Business Development to generate revenue for the Company.
• Establish a system of reports and communications for all information relating to marketing and sales including feedback mechanisms.
• Assist in media coverage and branding during corporate events to ensure look and feel is consistent with the Company brand through the use of social media posting, media coverage where necessary, banners, and other branded items.
• Assist in preparation of Company publicity materials such as brochures, documentaries, e-shots to increase visibility and marketing.
• Develop Company’s communication through various platforms such as website, social media, and mainstream media to ensure accuracy and quality of the information.
• Support growing the business through recruitment of new clients and maintain good relationships with the existing clients through constant communication/ encouraging feedback and making timely follow-ups.
• Facilitate in the coordination of CSR activities including devising long-term CSR programs that can give visibility to the Company’s work as well as enhance the products’ profile.
• Team up with the Media Response team whenever necessary.
• Collaborate with the Customer response team whenever necessary.
• Engage with customers, dealers, and other stakeholders through different media channels.
• Provide support in drafting legal responses/press releases on queries from customers and other stakeholders.

Does this sound like you?

 

• At least five (5) years’ experience of marketing in a large organization with at least 3 years in a leading position within an active commercial environment.
• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Business, Marketing, or Public Relations from a recognized Institution.
• Member of the Chartered Institute of Marketing.
• Proven experience marketing financial services targeting BoP consumers.
• Excellent communication skills – highly articulate in English, both written and verbal.
• Proven track of Public speaking experience – especially in crowd control or crisis setting.
• Highly developed and demonstrated teamwork skills.
• Excellent business intelligence, business skills, and networking skills.
• Ability to work in an organization with diverse business operations.

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Mental Health Project Manager at HealthRight International

HealthRight International is a global health and human rights organization. HealthRight was founded in 1990 by physician and human rights advocate Dr. Jonathan Mann

DIRECT REPORTS: 4

BASED IN: Nairobi (with frequent travel to project sites)

PRIMARY ROLE:The Project Manager is responsible for the overall implementation and coordination of the Mental Health project and all activities related to it, including M&E, reporting, liaison with all key stakeholders at the County, planning & facilitation of workshops. The Project Manager is responsible for supporting the project teams in improving mental health services in Nairobi urban slums. The Manager reports to HealthRight Kenya’s Associate Programs Director (APD), and works collaboratively with Director of HealthRight’s Peter C. Alderman Program for Global Mental Health (headquarter-based).

RESPONSIBILITIES and DUTIES

• Lead the planning, implementation and coordination of all project activities.
• Manage rapid start-up of project activities including procurement and contract management.
• Coordinate and technically monitor the implementation of all project activities according to the objectives, indicators, work plan and approved budget and inform the Associate programme director on a regular/ongoing basis.
• Track and monitor necessary programmatic, financial and technical inputs, and determine operation needs of the project.
• Ensure regular and proper project documentation and reporting according to donor and HealthRight quality standards, rules & regulations and ensure timely reporting.
• Ensure improved individual and community knowledge, attitudes and practices around mental health.
• Implement a stepped care model for the integration of mental health services at the primary level of care and strengthen facility health management information systems (HMIS) with emphasis on mental health.
• Lead the project team and ensure with the project support team the sound financial management (review, compliance of budget), administration and logistics of the project.
• Provide technical and managerial support to all team members in fulfilment of their duties according to project objectives and ensure compliance with HealthRight policies and international standards
• Develop and put into practice appropriate and cost-efficient monitoring tools to improve mental health situation with regard to expected results and indicators as is mentioned in logframe, work plan and other relevant project documents.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships and alliances with implementing partners and other key stakeholders in the county
• Represent HealthRight at the County.

Assist HealthRight senior management with any requests for information or data regarding project expansion or development

Facilitate staff capacity building and mentorship on mental health and create an organizational mental health mainstreaming framework for future maternal and child health projects.

Track achievements of project objectives and indicators and write progress reports in compliance with donor requirements.

Support country programme development efforts

Perform other duties as may be allocated by supervisor.

Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Nursing, Clinical Medicine, Mental health, Public Health, Psychology or Health related Degree.

Other Requirements:

• Knowledge and experience in implementing integrated mental health programs.
• Minimum 5 years of working experience in planning, implementing and managing health related projects.
• Proven experience in administrative standards and requirements of donors.
• Experience of working with MoH at the Counties and regional levels.
• Knowledge of World Health Organization’s mental health Gap Action Programme Intervention Guide (mhGAP IG) and interpersonal therapy groups (IPT-G).
• Experienced in administration of the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9).
• Excellent ability to lead a team, work in a team and to mediate.
• Experience working in urban informal settlements.
• Possesses initiative and is able to work with minimum supervision.
• Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility in all aspects of responsibility.

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Digital Officer at International Committee of the Red Cross

We were established in 1960 by Dr. Marcus Wallenberg Jr as the Swedish Industry’s Council for Foreign Affairs. Initially the Council functioned as a forum for deliberations on Sweden’s relationship with the European Economic Community (the predecessor of the EU). In the late 1970s, the name was changed to the International Council of Swedish Industry (Näringslivets Internationella RÃ¥d, NIR) and focus shifted to emerging markets. In 2006 NIR again underwent an additional narrowing of focus and since then we have focussed solely on targeting complex markets with untapped potential for Swedish business.

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral and independent organisation with the exclusively humanitarian mission to protect the lives and dignity of victims of war and internal violence and to provide them with assistance.

It also endeavours to prevent suffering by promoting and strengthening International Humanitarian Law and universal humanitarian principles.

The ICRC’s Regional Delegation in Nairobi co-ordinates the institution’s humanitarian activities in Kenya, Tanzania and Djibouti.

Overall Responsibility: The Digital Officer 2 leads efforts to deliver compelling and engaging content (proactively and reactively) through the direct management of social media channels and the website at regional level.

S/he provides guidance and support to staff at all levels of the organization on social media use and produces in-depth reports on content performance.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Generates, identifies, develops, edits and maintains engaging online content for the icrc.org/Africa in English (photo galleries, feature stories and news releases) and African social media platforms in English;
• Participates to Geneva’s forward planning, notably ahead of ICRC key dates and events in collaboration with headquarter and delegations to coordinate the publishing of special pages/posts on online platforms in a timely manner;
• Coaches and trains English-speaking African delegation’s communication officers in charge of their local online content on both editorial and technical aspects;
• Generates and analyses monthly statistical reports, measures the popularity of African online platforms in English with Google Analytics, Facebook Insights and other tools;
• Provides proven expertise in digital campaign management on both organic and paid visibility for search and social channels, to promote content;
• With the support of our headquarters, the Digital Officer keeps the African online platforms technically updated;
• Provides in-depth social media guidance on setting up a strategy, managing and mitigating risks, growing an engaged community, influencing audiences and effecting behavioural change;
• Together with the Digital Marketing Officer, leads on social media acquisition and advertising campaigns, including setting performance metrics.

Minimum Requirements and Competencies

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Journalism, Media or related field;
• Minimum of 5 years of working experience in digital communication;
• Confirmed computer user and good knowledge of specialized online software;
• Strong capacity to use a Content management system (Drupal and/or WordPress and others);
• Expertise in Search Engine Optimization and Pay-Per-Click ads;
• Certificate of good conduct.

Method of Application

The interested candidates should submit their applications on or before the 26th June 2020 at 4:30 pm with the CV, motivation letter, including references details, supporting documents (Certificates, Diplomas, Degree etc) and current and expected remuneration to

ICRC Nairobi Delegation,

HR Department

via E-mail: nai_hrrec_services@icrc.org

The reference Digital Officer 2 must be stated in the application to be valid.

If you do not clearly state the position for which you are applying & attach the required certificates & other supporting documents, your application may not be considered.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

ICRC does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process. All applications are free for all candidates and no one should require any payment or compensation during the recruitment process. May the candidate be asked for any fee, he/she must report to ICRC HR Department through the recruitment contact.

ICRC is committed to diversity and welcomes applications from qualified candidates regardless of disability, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, race, colour or ethnic and national origins, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.

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Social Media Officer at African Touch Safaris

African Touch Safaris ltd (ATS)is an expert in group, incentive & individual travel. We are a division of the ATS Travel Group, a privately held, owner managed company that has grown over the years into one of East Africa’s leading Travel Agency. We are members of ASTA , IATA , KATA as well as the Chamber of commerce

Job purpose:

This role is responsible for a tech savvy individual to manage social media platforms and campaigns by using online tools to brand visibility and maintain company website. The post holder is responsible for the delivery and evolution of our digital communications across our websites and social media pages, as well as for maximizing opportunities to enhance the digital user experience, editing web content and social media pages by monitoring traffic and engagement.

Key roles and responsibilities:

• To push sales through social media platforms.
• Manage company multiple Social Media pages on a daily basis.
• Research on trending topics and matters from different sources.
• Identify readers’ priorities and align the social media strategy.
• Work with the marketing team and the tours department to ensure content uploaded is in good quality.
• Respond promptly to inquiries from the web audience. Enhance the online presence by creating and publishing ATS content and capitalize on publicity via social media channels (includes Facebook, twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and Whatsapp) etc
• Continuously improve by capturing and analyzing the appropriate social data/metrics, insights and best practices, and then acting on the information.
• Above all they must be able to offer IT support for both software and hardware and network systems in offices.

Competencies

• Effective problem-solving skills
• Good communication skills, verbally as well as well as written.
• Ability to work outside regular office hours to provide support to customers.
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent networking skills
• Excellent analytical skills and action-oriented output
• Passionate about social impact

Requirements

• Should be a tech savvy, aggressive, with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in the field. Have a Diploma in public relations, Communications, marketing or any other related field.
• Online content management experience (Mandatory)

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Marketing & PR Manager at Watu Credit

Watu Credit Limited is a dynamic and fast-growing non-bank finance company. Watu Credit Limited harnesses technology to offer unsecured lending, primarily via mobile services. We aim to become the leading African provider of a broad set of inclusive financial products, delivered through technology in a fast, efficient and professional manner.

About the role: 

This position is responsible for the provision of strategic leadership and growth of Watu Credit’s brand position and image by managing marketing, advertising, branding, corporate communication, and promotional activities. Additionally, they will closely collaborate with the Media Team, participating in various customer response activities, engaging audiences through different media channels, communicating with stakeholders on different levels (customers, media, boda-boda stage chairmen, etc), and assisting in the drafting of legal responses/ press releases.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate in the preparation of new product marketing plans through research, analysis of the market trends and recommend changes on the marketing and business development strategies in cooperation with divisional heads.
• Support Business Development to generate revenue for the Company.
• Establish a system of reports and communications for all information relating to marketing and sales including feedback mechanisms.
• Assist in media coverage and branding during corporate events to ensure look and feel is consistent with the Company brand through the use of social media posting, media coverage where necessary, banners, and other branded items.
• Assist in preparation of Company publicity materials such as brochures, documentaries, e-shots to increase visibility and marketing.
• Develop Company’s communication through various platforms such as website, social media, and mainstream media to ensure accuracy and quality of the information.
• Support growing the business through recruitment of new clients and maintain good relationships with the existing clients through constant communication/ encouraging feedback and making timely follow-ups.
• Facilitate in the coordination of CSR activities including devising long-term CSR programs that can give visibility to the Company’s work as well as enhance the products’ profile.
• Team up with the Media Response team whenever necessary.
• Collaborate with the Customer response team whenever necessary.
• Engage with customers, dealers, and other stakeholders through different media channels.
• Provide support in drafting legal responses/press releases on queries from customers and other stakeholders.

Does this sound like you?

 

• At least five (5) years’ experience of marketing in a large organization with at least 3 years in a leading position within an active commercial environment.
• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Business, Marketing, or Public Relations from a recognized Institution.
• Member of the Chartered Institute of Marketing.
• Proven experience marketing financial services targeting BoP consumers.
• Excellent communication skills – highly articulate in English, both written and verbal.
• Proven track of Public speaking experience – especially in crowd control or crisis setting.
• Highly developed and demonstrated teamwork skills.
• Excellent business intelligence, business skills, and networking skills.
• Ability to work in an organization with diverse business operations.

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Mental Health Project Manager at HealthRight International

HealthRight International is a global health and human rights organization. HealthRight was founded in 1990 by physician and human rights advocate Dr. Jonathan Mann

DIRECT REPORTS: 4

BASED IN: Nairobi (with frequent travel to project sites)

PRIMARY ROLE:The Project Manager is responsible for the overall implementation and coordination of the Mental Health project and all activities related to it, including M&E, reporting, liaison with all key stakeholders at the County, planning & facilitation of workshops. The Project Manager is responsible for supporting the project teams in improving mental health services in Nairobi urban slums. The Manager reports to HealthRight Kenya’s Associate Programs Director (APD), and works collaboratively with Director of HealthRight’s Peter C. Alderman Program for Global Mental Health (headquarter-based).

RESPONSIBILITIES and DUTIES

• Lead the planning, implementation and coordination of all project activities.
• Manage rapid start-up of project activities including procurement and contract management.
• Coordinate and technically monitor the implementation of all project activities according to the objectives, indicators, work plan and approved budget and inform the Associate programme director on a regular/ongoing basis.
• Track and monitor necessary programmatic, financial and technical inputs, and determine operation needs of the project.
• Ensure regular and proper project documentation and reporting according to donor and HealthRight quality standards, rules & regulations and ensure timely reporting.
• Ensure improved individual and community knowledge, attitudes and practices around mental health.
• Implement a stepped care model for the integration of mental health services at the primary level of care and strengthen facility health management information systems (HMIS) with emphasis on mental health.
• Lead the project team and ensure with the project support team the sound financial management (review, compliance of budget), administration and logistics of the project.
• Provide technical and managerial support to all team members in fulfilment of their duties according to project objectives and ensure compliance with HealthRight policies and international standards
• Develop and put into practice appropriate and cost-efficient monitoring tools to improve mental health situation with regard to expected results and indicators as is mentioned in logframe, work plan and other relevant project documents.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships and alliances with implementing partners and other key stakeholders in the county
• Represent HealthRight at the County.

Assist HealthRight senior management with any requests for information or data regarding project expansion or development

Facilitate staff capacity building and mentorship on mental health and create an organizational mental health mainstreaming framework for future maternal and child health projects.

Track achievements of project objectives and indicators and write progress reports in compliance with donor requirements.

Support country programme development efforts

Perform other duties as may be allocated by supervisor.

Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Nursing, Clinical Medicine, Mental health, Public Health, Psychology or Health related Degree.

Other Requirements:

• Knowledge and experience in implementing integrated mental health programs.
• Minimum 5 years of working experience in planning, implementing and managing health related projects.
• Proven experience in administrative standards and requirements of donors.
• Experience of working with MoH at the Counties and regional levels.
• Knowledge of World Health Organization’s mental health Gap Action Programme Intervention Guide (mhGAP IG) and interpersonal therapy groups (IPT-G).
• Experienced in administration of the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9).
• Excellent ability to lead a team, work in a team and to mediate.
• Experience working in urban informal settlements.
• Possesses initiative and is able to work with minimum supervision.
• Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility in all aspects of responsibility.

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Digital Officer at International Committee of the Red Cross

We were established in 1960 by Dr. Marcus Wallenberg Jr as the Swedish Industry’s Council for Foreign Affairs. Initially the Council functioned as a forum for deliberations on Sweden’s relationship with the European Economic Community (the predecessor of the EU). In the late 1970s, the name was changed to the International Council of Swedish Industry (Näringslivets Internationella RÃ¥d, NIR) and focus shifted to emerging markets. In 2006 NIR again underwent an additional narrowing of focus and since then we have focussed solely on targeting complex markets with untapped potential for Swedish business.

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral and independent organisation with the exclusively humanitarian mission to protect the lives and dignity of victims of war and internal violence and to provide them with assistance.

It also endeavours to prevent suffering by promoting and strengthening International Humanitarian Law and universal humanitarian principles.

The ICRC’s Regional Delegation in Nairobi co-ordinates the institution’s humanitarian activities in Kenya, Tanzania and Djibouti.

Overall Responsibility: The Digital Officer 2 leads efforts to deliver compelling and engaging content (proactively and reactively) through the direct management of social media channels and the website at regional level.

S/he provides guidance and support to staff at all levels of the organization on social media use and produces in-depth reports on content performance.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Generates, identifies, develops, edits and maintains engaging online content for the icrc.org/Africa in English (photo galleries, feature stories and news releases) and African social media platforms in English;
• Participates to Geneva’s forward planning, notably ahead of ICRC key dates and events in collaboration with headquarter and delegations to coordinate the publishing of special pages/posts on online platforms in a timely manner;
• Coaches and trains English-speaking African delegation’s communication officers in charge of their local online content on both editorial and technical aspects;
• Generates and analyses monthly statistical reports, measures the popularity of African online platforms in English with Google Analytics, Facebook Insights and other tools;
• Provides proven expertise in digital campaign management on both organic and paid visibility for search and social channels, to promote content;
• With the support of our headquarters, the Digital Officer keeps the African online platforms technically updated;
• Provides in-depth social media guidance on setting up a strategy, managing and mitigating risks, growing an engaged community, influencing audiences and effecting behavioural change;
• Together with the Digital Marketing Officer, leads on social media acquisition and advertising campaigns, including setting performance metrics.

Minimum Requirements and Competencies

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Journalism, Media or related field;
• Minimum of 5 years of working experience in digital communication;
• Confirmed computer user and good knowledge of specialized online software;
• Strong capacity to use a Content management system (Drupal and/or WordPress and others);
• Expertise in Search Engine Optimization and Pay-Per-Click ads;
• Certificate of good conduct.

Method of Application

The interested candidates should submit their applications on or before the 26th June 2020 at 4:30 pm with the CV, motivation letter, including references details, supporting documents (Certificates, Diplomas, Degree etc) and current and expected remuneration to

ICRC Nairobi Delegation,

HR Department

via E-mail: nai_hrrec_services@icrc.org

The reference Digital Officer 2 must be stated in the application to be valid.

If you do not clearly state the position for which you are applying & attach the required certificates & other supporting documents, your application may not be considered.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

ICRC does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process. All applications are free for all candidates and no one should require any payment or compensation during the recruitment process. May the candidate be asked for any fee, he/she must report to ICRC HR Department through the recruitment contact.

ICRC is committed to diversity and welcomes applications from qualified candidates regardless of disability, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, race, colour or ethnic and national origins, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.

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Social Media Officer at African Touch Safaris

African Touch Safaris ltd (ATS)is an expert in group, incentive & individual travel. We are a division of the ATS Travel Group, a privately held, owner managed company that has grown over the years into one of East Africa’s leading Travel Agency. We are members of ASTA , IATA , KATA as well as the Chamber of commerce

Job purpose:

This role is responsible for a tech savvy individual to manage social media platforms and campaigns by using online tools to brand visibility and maintain company website. The post holder is responsible for the delivery and evolution of our digital communications across our websites and social media pages, as well as for maximizing opportunities to enhance the digital user experience, editing web content and social media pages by monitoring traffic and engagement.

Key roles and responsibilities:

• To push sales through social media platforms.
• Manage company multiple Social Media pages on a daily basis.
• Research on trending topics and matters from different sources.
• Identify readers’ priorities and align the social media strategy.
• Work with the marketing team and the tours department to ensure content uploaded is in good quality.
• Respond promptly to inquiries from the web audience. Enhance the online presence by creating and publishing ATS content and capitalize on publicity via social media channels (includes Facebook, twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and Whatsapp) etc
• Continuously improve by capturing and analyzing the appropriate social data/metrics, insights and best practices, and then acting on the information.
• Above all they must be able to offer IT support for both software and hardware and network systems in offices.

Competencies

• Effective problem-solving skills
• Good communication skills, verbally as well as well as written.
• Ability to work outside regular office hours to provide support to customers.
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent networking skills
• Excellent analytical skills and action-oriented output
• Passionate about social impact

Requirements

• Should be a tech savvy, aggressive, with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in the field. Have a Diploma in public relations, Communications, marketing or any other related field.
• Online content management experience (Mandatory)

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Marketing & PR Manager at Watu Credit

Watu Credit Limited is a dynamic and fast-growing non-bank finance company. Watu Credit Limited harnesses technology to offer unsecured lending, primarily via mobile services. We aim to become the leading African provider of a broad set of inclusive financial products, delivered through technology in a fast, efficient and professional manner.

About the role: 

This position is responsible for the provision of strategic leadership and growth of Watu Credit’s brand position and image by managing marketing, advertising, branding, corporate communication, and promotional activities. Additionally, they will closely collaborate with the Media Team, participating in various customer response activities, engaging audiences through different media channels, communicating with stakeholders on different levels (customers, media, boda-boda stage chairmen, etc), and assisting in the drafting of legal responses/ press releases.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate in the preparation of new product marketing plans through research, analysis of the market trends and recommend changes on the marketing and business development strategies in cooperation with divisional heads.
• Support Business Development to generate revenue for the Company.
• Establish a system of reports and communications for all information relating to marketing and sales including feedback mechanisms.
• Assist in media coverage and branding during corporate events to ensure look and feel is consistent with the Company brand through the use of social media posting, media coverage where necessary, banners, and other branded items.
• Assist in preparation of Company publicity materials such as brochures, documentaries, e-shots to increase visibility and marketing.
• Develop Company’s communication through various platforms such as website, social media, and mainstream media to ensure accuracy and quality of the information.
• Support growing the business through recruitment of new clients and maintain good relationships with the existing clients through constant communication/ encouraging feedback and making timely follow-ups.
• Facilitate in the coordination of CSR activities including devising long-term CSR programs that can give visibility to the Company’s work as well as enhance the products’ profile.
• Team up with the Media Response team whenever necessary.
• Collaborate with the Customer response team whenever necessary.
• Engage with customers, dealers, and other stakeholders through different media channels.
• Provide support in drafting legal responses/press releases on queries from customers and other stakeholders.

Does this sound like you?

 

• At least five (5) years’ experience of marketing in a large organization with at least 3 years in a leading position within an active commercial environment.
• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Business, Marketing, or Public Relations from a recognized Institution.
• Member of the Chartered Institute of Marketing.
• Proven experience marketing financial services targeting BoP consumers.
• Excellent communication skills – highly articulate in English, both written and verbal.
• Proven track of Public speaking experience – especially in crowd control or crisis setting.
• Highly developed and demonstrated teamwork skills.
• Excellent business intelligence, business skills, and networking skills.
• Ability to work in an organization with diverse business operations.

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Mental Health Project Manager at HealthRight International

HealthRight International is a global health and human rights organization. HealthRight was founded in 1990 by physician and human rights advocate Dr. Jonathan Mann

DIRECT REPORTS: 4

BASED IN: Nairobi (with frequent travel to project sites)

PRIMARY ROLE:The Project Manager is responsible for the overall implementation and coordination of the Mental Health project and all activities related to it, including M&E, reporting, liaison with all key stakeholders at the County, planning & facilitation of workshops. The Project Manager is responsible for supporting the project teams in improving mental health services in Nairobi urban slums. The Manager reports to HealthRight Kenya’s Associate Programs Director (APD), and works collaboratively with Director of HealthRight’s Peter C. Alderman Program for Global Mental Health (headquarter-based).

RESPONSIBILITIES and DUTIES

• Lead the planning, implementation and coordination of all project activities.
• Manage rapid start-up of project activities including procurement and contract management.
• Coordinate and technically monitor the implementation of all project activities according to the objectives, indicators, work plan and approved budget and inform the Associate programme director on a regular/ongoing basis.
• Track and monitor necessary programmatic, financial and technical inputs, and determine operation needs of the project.
• Ensure regular and proper project documentation and reporting according to donor and HealthRight quality standards, rules & regulations and ensure timely reporting.
• Ensure improved individual and community knowledge, attitudes and practices around mental health.
• Implement a stepped care model for the integration of mental health services at the primary level of care and strengthen facility health management information systems (HMIS) with emphasis on mental health.
• Lead the project team and ensure with the project support team the sound financial management (review, compliance of budget), administration and logistics of the project.
• Provide technical and managerial support to all team members in fulfilment of their duties according to project objectives and ensure compliance with HealthRight policies and international standards
• Develop and put into practice appropriate and cost-efficient monitoring tools to improve mental health situation with regard to expected results and indicators as is mentioned in logframe, work plan and other relevant project documents.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships and alliances with implementing partners and other key stakeholders in the county
• Represent HealthRight at the County.

Assist HealthRight senior management with any requests for information or data regarding project expansion or development

Facilitate staff capacity building and mentorship on mental health and create an organizational mental health mainstreaming framework for future maternal and child health projects.

Track achievements of project objectives and indicators and write progress reports in compliance with donor requirements.

Support country programme development efforts

Perform other duties as may be allocated by supervisor.

Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Nursing, Clinical Medicine, Mental health, Public Health, Psychology or Health related Degree.

Other Requirements:

• Knowledge and experience in implementing integrated mental health programs.
• Minimum 5 years of working experience in planning, implementing and managing health related projects.
• Proven experience in administrative standards and requirements of donors.
• Experience of working with MoH at the Counties and regional levels.
• Knowledge of World Health Organization’s mental health Gap Action Programme Intervention Guide (mhGAP IG) and interpersonal therapy groups (IPT-G).
• Experienced in administration of the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9).
• Excellent ability to lead a team, work in a team and to mediate.
• Experience working in urban informal settlements.
• Possesses initiative and is able to work with minimum supervision.
• Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility in all aspects of responsibility.

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Digital Officer at International Committee of the Red Cross

We were established in 1960 by Dr. Marcus Wallenberg Jr as the Swedish Industry’s Council for Foreign Affairs. Initially the Council functioned as a forum for deliberations on Sweden’s relationship with the European Economic Community (the predecessor of the EU). In the late 1970s, the name was changed to the International Council of Swedish Industry (Näringslivets Internationella RÃ¥d, NIR) and focus shifted to emerging markets. In 2006 NIR again underwent an additional narrowing of focus and since then we have focussed solely on targeting complex markets with untapped potential for Swedish business.

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral and independent organisation with the exclusively humanitarian mission to protect the lives and dignity of victims of war and internal violence and to provide them with assistance.

It also endeavours to prevent suffering by promoting and strengthening International Humanitarian Law and universal humanitarian principles.

The ICRC’s Regional Delegation in Nairobi co-ordinates the institution’s humanitarian activities in Kenya, Tanzania and Djibouti.

Overall Responsibility: The Digital Officer 2 leads efforts to deliver compelling and engaging content (proactively and reactively) through the direct management of social media channels and the website at regional level.

S/he provides guidance and support to staff at all levels of the organization on social media use and produces in-depth reports on content performance.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Generates, identifies, develops, edits and maintains engaging online content for the icrc.org/Africa in English (photo galleries, feature stories and news releases) and African social media platforms in English;
• Participates to Geneva’s forward planning, notably ahead of ICRC key dates and events in collaboration with headquarter and delegations to coordinate the publishing of special pages/posts on online platforms in a timely manner;
• Coaches and trains English-speaking African delegation’s communication officers in charge of their local online content on both editorial and technical aspects;
• Generates and analyses monthly statistical reports, measures the popularity of African online platforms in English with Google Analytics, Facebook Insights and other tools;
• Provides proven expertise in digital campaign management on both organic and paid visibility for search and social channels, to promote content;
• With the support of our headquarters, the Digital Officer keeps the African online platforms technically updated;
• Provides in-depth social media guidance on setting up a strategy, managing and mitigating risks, growing an engaged community, influencing audiences and effecting behavioural change;
• Together with the Digital Marketing Officer, leads on social media acquisition and advertising campaigns, including setting performance metrics.

Minimum Requirements and Competencies

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Journalism, Media or related field;
• Minimum of 5 years of working experience in digital communication;
• Confirmed computer user and good knowledge of specialized online software;
• Strong capacity to use a Content management system (Drupal and/or WordPress and others);
• Expertise in Search Engine Optimization and Pay-Per-Click ads;
• Certificate of good conduct.

Method of Application

The interested candidates should submit their applications on or before the 26th June 2020 at 4:30 pm with the CV, motivation letter, including references details, supporting documents (Certificates, Diplomas, Degree etc) and current and expected remuneration to

ICRC Nairobi Delegation,

HR Department

via E-mail: nai_hrrec_services@icrc.org

The reference Digital Officer 2 must be stated in the application to be valid.

If you do not clearly state the position for which you are applying & attach the required certificates & other supporting documents, your application may not be considered.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

ICRC does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process. All applications are free for all candidates and no one should require any payment or compensation during the recruitment process. May the candidate be asked for any fee, he/she must report to ICRC HR Department through the recruitment contact.

ICRC is committed to diversity and welcomes applications from qualified candidates regardless of disability, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, race, colour or ethnic and national origins, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.

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Social Media Officer at African Touch Safaris

African Touch Safaris ltd (ATS)is an expert in group, incentive & individual travel. We are a division of the ATS Travel Group, a privately held, owner managed company that has grown over the years into one of East Africa’s leading Travel Agency. We are members of ASTA , IATA , KATA as well as the Chamber of commerce

Job purpose:

This role is responsible for a tech savvy individual to manage social media platforms and campaigns by using online tools to brand visibility and maintain company website. The post holder is responsible for the delivery and evolution of our digital communications across our websites and social media pages, as well as for maximizing opportunities to enhance the digital user experience, editing web content and social media pages by monitoring traffic and engagement.

Key roles and responsibilities:

• To push sales through social media platforms.
• Manage company multiple Social Media pages on a daily basis.
• Research on trending topics and matters from different sources.
• Identify readers’ priorities and align the social media strategy.
• Work with the marketing team and the tours department to ensure content uploaded is in good quality.
• Respond promptly to inquiries from the web audience. Enhance the online presence by creating and publishing ATS content and capitalize on publicity via social media channels (includes Facebook, twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and Whatsapp) etc
• Continuously improve by capturing and analyzing the appropriate social data/metrics, insights and best practices, and then acting on the information.
• Above all they must be able to offer IT support for both software and hardware and network systems in offices.

Competencies

• Effective problem-solving skills
• Good communication skills, verbally as well as well as written.
• Ability to work outside regular office hours to provide support to customers.
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent networking skills
• Excellent analytical skills and action-oriented output
• Passionate about social impact

Requirements

• Should be a tech savvy, aggressive, with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in the field. Have a Diploma in public relations, Communications, marketing or any other related field.
• Online content management experience (Mandatory)

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Marketing & PR Manager at Watu Credit

Watu Credit Limited is a dynamic and fast-growing non-bank finance company. Watu Credit Limited harnesses technology to offer unsecured lending, primarily via mobile services. We aim to become the leading African provider of a broad set of inclusive financial products, delivered through technology in a fast, efficient and professional manner.

About the role: 

This position is responsible for the provision of strategic leadership and growth of Watu Credit’s brand position and image by managing marketing, advertising, branding, corporate communication, and promotional activities. Additionally, they will closely collaborate with the Media Team, participating in various customer response activities, engaging audiences through different media channels, communicating with stakeholders on different levels (customers, media, boda-boda stage chairmen, etc), and assisting in the drafting of legal responses/ press releases.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate in the preparation of new product marketing plans through research, analysis of the market trends and recommend changes on the marketing and business development strategies in cooperation with divisional heads.
• Support Business Development to generate revenue for the Company.
• Establish a system of reports and communications for all information relating to marketing and sales including feedback mechanisms.
• Assist in media coverage and branding during corporate events to ensure look and feel is consistent with the Company brand through the use of social media posting, media coverage where necessary, banners, and other branded items.
• Assist in preparation of Company publicity materials such as brochures, documentaries, e-shots to increase visibility and marketing.
• Develop Company’s communication through various platforms such as website, social media, and mainstream media to ensure accuracy and quality of the information.
• Support growing the business through recruitment of new clients and maintain good relationships with the existing clients through constant communication/ encouraging feedback and making timely follow-ups.
• Facilitate in the coordination of CSR activities including devising long-term CSR programs that can give visibility to the Company’s work as well as enhance the products’ profile.
• Team up with the Media Response team whenever necessary.
• Collaborate with the Customer response team whenever necessary.
• Engage with customers, dealers, and other stakeholders through different media channels.
• Provide support in drafting legal responses/press releases on queries from customers and other stakeholders.

Does this sound like you?

 

• At least five (5) years’ experience of marketing in a large organization with at least 3 years in a leading position within an active commercial environment.
• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Business, Marketing, or Public Relations from a recognized Institution.
• Member of the Chartered Institute of Marketing.
• Proven experience marketing financial services targeting BoP consumers.
• Excellent communication skills – highly articulate in English, both written and verbal.
• Proven track of Public speaking experience – especially in crowd control or crisis setting.
• Highly developed and demonstrated teamwork skills.
• Excellent business intelligence, business skills, and networking skills.
• Ability to work in an organization with diverse business operations.

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Mental Health Project Manager at HealthRight International

HealthRight International is a global health and human rights organization. HealthRight was founded in 1990 by physician and human rights advocate Dr. Jonathan Mann

DIRECT REPORTS: 4

BASED IN: Nairobi (with frequent travel to project sites)

PRIMARY ROLE:The Project Manager is responsible for the overall implementation and coordination of the Mental Health project and all activities related to it, including M&E, reporting, liaison with all key stakeholders at the County, planning & facilitation of workshops. The Project Manager is responsible for supporting the project teams in improving mental health services in Nairobi urban slums. The Manager reports to HealthRight Kenya’s Associate Programs Director (APD), and works collaboratively with Director of HealthRight’s Peter C. Alderman Program for Global Mental Health (headquarter-based).

RESPONSIBILITIES and DUTIES

• Lead the planning, implementation and coordination of all project activities.
• Manage rapid start-up of project activities including procurement and contract management.
• Coordinate and technically monitor the implementation of all project activities according to the objectives, indicators, work plan and approved budget and inform the Associate programme director on a regular/ongoing basis.
• Track and monitor necessary programmatic, financial and technical inputs, and determine operation needs of the project.
• Ensure regular and proper project documentation and reporting according to donor and HealthRight quality standards, rules & regulations and ensure timely reporting.
• Ensure improved individual and community knowledge, attitudes and practices around mental health.
• Implement a stepped care model for the integration of mental health services at the primary level of care and strengthen facility health management information systems (HMIS) with emphasis on mental health.
• Lead the project team and ensure with the project support team the sound financial management (review, compliance of budget), administration and logistics of the project.
• Provide technical and managerial support to all team members in fulfilment of their duties according to project objectives and ensure compliance with HealthRight policies and international standards
• Develop and put into practice appropriate and cost-efficient monitoring tools to improve mental health situation with regard to expected results and indicators as is mentioned in logframe, work plan and other relevant project documents.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships and alliances with implementing partners and other key stakeholders in the county
• Represent HealthRight at the County.

Assist HealthRight senior management with any requests for information or data regarding project expansion or development

Facilitate staff capacity building and mentorship on mental health and create an organizational mental health mainstreaming framework for future maternal and child health projects.

Track achievements of project objectives and indicators and write progress reports in compliance with donor requirements.

Support country programme development efforts

Perform other duties as may be allocated by supervisor.

Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Nursing, Clinical Medicine, Mental health, Public Health, Psychology or Health related Degree.

Other Requirements:

• Knowledge and experience in implementing integrated mental health programs.
• Minimum 5 years of working experience in planning, implementing and managing health related projects.
• Proven experience in administrative standards and requirements of donors.
• Experience of working with MoH at the Counties and regional levels.
• Knowledge of World Health Organization’s mental health Gap Action Programme Intervention Guide (mhGAP IG) and interpersonal therapy groups (IPT-G).
• Experienced in administration of the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9).
• Excellent ability to lead a team, work in a team and to mediate.
• Experience working in urban informal settlements.
• Possesses initiative and is able to work with minimum supervision.
• Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility in all aspects of responsibility.

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Digital Officer at International Committee of the Red Cross

We were established in 1960 by Dr. Marcus Wallenberg Jr as the Swedish Industry’s Council for Foreign Affairs. Initially the Council functioned as a forum for deliberations on Sweden’s relationship with the European Economic Community (the predecessor of the EU). In the late 1970s, the name was changed to the International Council of Swedish Industry (Näringslivets Internationella RÃ¥d, NIR) and focus shifted to emerging markets. In 2006 NIR again underwent an additional narrowing of focus and since then we have focussed solely on targeting complex markets with untapped potential for Swedish business.

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral and independent organisation with the exclusively humanitarian mission to protect the lives and dignity of victims of war and internal violence and to provide them with assistance.

It also endeavours to prevent suffering by promoting and strengthening International Humanitarian Law and universal humanitarian principles.

The ICRC’s Regional Delegation in Nairobi co-ordinates the institution’s humanitarian activities in Kenya, Tanzania and Djibouti.

Overall Responsibility: The Digital Officer 2 leads efforts to deliver compelling and engaging content (proactively and reactively) through the direct management of social media channels and the website at regional level.

S/he provides guidance and support to staff at all levels of the organization on social media use and produces in-depth reports on content performance.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Generates, identifies, develops, edits and maintains engaging online content for the icrc.org/Africa in English (photo galleries, feature stories and news releases) and African social media platforms in English;
• Participates to Geneva’s forward planning, notably ahead of ICRC key dates and events in collaboration with headquarter and delegations to coordinate the publishing of special pages/posts on online platforms in a timely manner;
• Coaches and trains English-speaking African delegation’s communication officers in charge of their local online content on both editorial and technical aspects;
• Generates and analyses monthly statistical reports, measures the popularity of African online platforms in English with Google Analytics, Facebook Insights and other tools;
• Provides proven expertise in digital campaign management on both organic and paid visibility for search and social channels, to promote content;
• With the support of our headquarters, the Digital Officer keeps the African online platforms technically updated;
• Provides in-depth social media guidance on setting up a strategy, managing and mitigating risks, growing an engaged community, influencing audiences and effecting behavioural change;
• Together with the Digital Marketing Officer, leads on social media acquisition and advertising campaigns, including setting performance metrics.

Minimum Requirements and Competencies

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Journalism, Media or related field;
• Minimum of 5 years of working experience in digital communication;
• Confirmed computer user and good knowledge of specialized online software;
• Strong capacity to use a Content management system (Drupal and/or WordPress and others);
• Expertise in Search Engine Optimization and Pay-Per-Click ads;
• Certificate of good conduct.

Method of Application

The interested candidates should submit their applications on or before the 26th June 2020 at 4:30 pm with the CV, motivation letter, including references details, supporting documents (Certificates, Diplomas, Degree etc) and current and expected remuneration to

ICRC Nairobi Delegation,

HR Department

via E-mail: nai_hrrec_services@icrc.org

The reference Digital Officer 2 must be stated in the application to be valid.

If you do not clearly state the position for which you are applying & attach the required certificates & other supporting documents, your application may not be considered.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

ICRC does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process. All applications are free for all candidates and no one should require any payment or compensation during the recruitment process. May the candidate be asked for any fee, he/she must report to ICRC HR Department through the recruitment contact.

ICRC is committed to diversity and welcomes applications from qualified candidates regardless of disability, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, race, colour or ethnic and national origins, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.

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Social Media Officer at African Touch Safaris

African Touch Safaris ltd (ATS)is an expert in group, incentive & individual travel. We are a division of the ATS Travel Group, a privately held, owner managed company that has grown over the years into one of East Africa’s leading Travel Agency. We are members of ASTA , IATA , KATA as well as the Chamber of commerce

Job purpose:

This role is responsible for a tech savvy individual to manage social media platforms and campaigns by using online tools to brand visibility and maintain company website. The post holder is responsible for the delivery and evolution of our digital communications across our websites and social media pages, as well as for maximizing opportunities to enhance the digital user experience, editing web content and social media pages by monitoring traffic and engagement.

Key roles and responsibilities:

• To push sales through social media platforms.
• Manage company multiple Social Media pages on a daily basis.
• Research on trending topics and matters from different sources.
• Identify readers’ priorities and align the social media strategy.
• Work with the marketing team and the tours department to ensure content uploaded is in good quality.
• Respond promptly to inquiries from the web audience. Enhance the online presence by creating and publishing ATS content and capitalize on publicity via social media channels (includes Facebook, twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and Whatsapp) etc
• Continuously improve by capturing and analyzing the appropriate social data/metrics, insights and best practices, and then acting on the information.
• Above all they must be able to offer IT support for both software and hardware and network systems in offices.

Competencies

• Effective problem-solving skills
• Good communication skills, verbally as well as well as written.
• Ability to work outside regular office hours to provide support to customers.
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent networking skills
• Excellent analytical skills and action-oriented output
• Passionate about social impact

Requirements

• Should be a tech savvy, aggressive, with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in the field. Have a Diploma in public relations, Communications, marketing or any other related field.
• Online content management experience (Mandatory)

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Mechanization Support Specialist – East and South Africa at International Maize and Wheat Improvement

The International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center, known by its Spanish acronym, CIMMYT®, is a not-for-profit research and training organization with partners in over 100 countries. Please refer to our website for more information: www.cimmyt.org

The Platform is recruiting a Mechanization Support Specialist for eastern and southern Africa to help developing world breeders achieve higher rates of genetic gain and extract maximum value from new and proven technologies.

The EiB Mechanization Support Specialist that will support CGIAR and national agriculture research system (NARS) Institutions to develop and implement mechanization plans for their breeding programs, including acquisition and maintenance strategies. They will report to the EiB Breeding Operations and Phenotyping lead and work in collaboration with other EiB staff and consultants.

The successful candidate will be a mechanization specialist with strong communication skills, capable of providing technical recommendations and supporting implementation of mechanization and automation techniques across a range of different organizations and crops in western Africa.

The Mechanization Support Specialist will also be accountable for proposing and managing a mechanization network within the region. They will need to understand the demand and capacity across centers and manage the communication between centers to guarantee that all centers will have access to mechanization, offered as a service, reducing so the overall capital cost across the system of breeding programs.

The position will be based in eastern or southern Africa. The exact location – tentatively Kenya – is yet to be defined depending on operational needs and established partnerships with CGIAR sister research centers. It will involve significant international travel within the region.

Specific duties:

• Develop machinery inventories;
• Develop machinery acquisition plans;
• Develop business cases for mechanization and process automation;
• Develop and implement maintenance procedures;
• Develop a list of local/ regional /global vendors for critical equipment and services (shared across EiB members);
• Develop metrics and KPIs for monitoring adoption of mechanized and automated solutions and for maintenance of machinery.

Required academic qualifications, skills and attitudes:

• Bachelor in agricultural engineering, agronomy or related field with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience.
• MBA will be viewed favorably.
• Relevant global experience in agriculture sector.
• Familiar with operations in large breeding pipelines.
• In-depth understanding of the following process and respective mechanization options:
  • Soil Preparation equipment
  • Irrigation
  • Tractors
  • Planters and planting solutions
  • Harvesters and harvesting solutions including dryers
  • GPS
  • Sprayers
  • Seed process equipment
  • Seed storage options (cold rooms, packaging etc.)
  • Digitizing nursery and trial processes (packet printers, plot tags, labels etc.)
• Experience with managing machine maintenance process (protocols, logistics, labor, costs, etc.).
• In-depth understanding of agricultural machinery market within the region (vendors, service providers, etc.).
• Project Management skills will be viewed favorably.
• Excellent oral, written and presentation skills in English (French will be considered favorably).
• Able to work in a multicultural environment with leadership skills.
• The selected candidate must exhibit the following competencies: Communication, Negotiation and conflict resolution, Teamwork and Client Orientation.

We offer:

• A great opportunity for technical and professional development by teaming up with a wide range of experts from CGIAR, NARS and private industry.
• Excellent career opportunities in an international organization.
• A friendly, humble environment full of people passionate for what they do and interested in helping people around the world.

The position is for an initial fixed-term of three (3) years, after which further employment is subject to performance and the continued availability of funds. CIMMYT’s internationally competitive salary and benefits include housing allowance, comprehensive health and life insurance, assistance for children’s education, paid vacation, annual airfare, contribution to a retirement plan, and generous assistance with relocation shipment.

Additional information:

EiB seeks candidates who embrace diversity in the broadest sense. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. CGIAR has a deep and profound commitment to diversity both as an end in itself but, also as a valuable means for eliminating health disparities. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

If you are interested of know someone who would be interested, please contact EiB Breeding Operations and Phenotyping lead Gustavo Teixeira (g.teixeira@cgiar.org, +52 1 595 122 3983) or EiB Director Michael Quinn (m.quinn@cgiar.org).

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