Programme Officer at Christian Blind Mission (CBM)

Christian Blind Mission (CBM) Kenya is an independent Member Association of the CBM Family, registered under Kenyan law as an incorporated company limited by guarantee, having a Memorandum and Articles of Association with a membership, board and company secretary. The association submits an annual audit and company returns. CBM’s work in Kenya aims to improve the quality of life of people with disabilities through specialised service provision and by addressing the various barriers towards an inclusive society. CBM desires to be a long term development partner to Kenya in the journey towards a more disability friendly country, in which there is improved awareness in various sectors of society regarding disability and increased participation of people with special abilities in national development.

Main objective of the role

Responsible for planning, implementation, coordination, monitoring and learning, continuous improvement, reporting and evaluation of Inclusive Eye Health programme in Kenya Country Office. The job holder plays an active role in the County level advocacy, alliance-building and networking. Work in close collaboration with local partners who are implementing the IEH programme. Apply basic concepts, acquire and understand programme quality standards of CBM-supported eye health work to ensure successful and smooth implementation in close collaboration with the partner organizations and line government ministries and partner organizations, key stakeholders and target communities**

We are looking for someone who will:

1. Support CBM inclusive eye health programme by providing effective management and coordination to the programme to ensure delivery of programme targets.
2. Coordinate all IEH partner related activities through working with different implementing partners to ensure adherence to work plans and budget for the achievement of planned project outputs.
3. Coordinate review and implementation of programme activities to ensure they are aligned with CBM IEH Initiative Plan, CBM programme standards, County plans that it is in line with donor strategy.
4. Support partner teams to identify and develop innovative approaches for the delivery of an inclusive eye health programme for Kenya Country Office.
5. Coordinate the preparation of activity related reports as well as quarterly and annual reports to CBM/donors as may be required.
6. Support the development and review of project proposals, project budgets, project related ToRs and feasibility study.
7. Provide support and input into all new inclusive eye health projects & budgets that are developed at County level, in liaison with the Programme Operations team, ensuring that project design is in line with good practice and CBM programme quality standards.
8. Collect, consolidate and share appropriately project data so as to be easily accessible for use in project planning and decision making as well as for evidence to be used in advocacy and alliance-building.
9. Plan and coordinate stakeholders’ meetings at County level while ensuring participation of organizations of persons with disabilities.
10. Pro-actively communicate with the partners to ensure seamless flow of information as appropriate.
11. Ensure findings and recommendations following Partner Assessment are implemented and monitored by conducting post-partner assessment reviews, track, update and keep record of the capacity improvement plan.
12. Liaise with Programme Operations team to critically analyze partners’ financial reports for compliance against approved budgets; (e.g., PPR, CBM Project Financial Checklists, consolidated reports for consortia partners).
13. Develop scheduled communication (verbal and written) with partners regarding the status of implementation of project activities and act accordingly to help and facilitate the resolution of all problems as they may occur. All communications that are important should be documented in writing for reference.
14. Orient the partners for clear and comprehensive understanding on the project, contractual obligations and CBM reporting systems for programme. Emphasis should be given to quality and accountability.
15. Organize and implement trainings to strengthen the capacity of partners to meet CBM contractual obligations.
16. Conduct monitoring visits, analyse results with relevant stakeholders and ensure appropriate action is taken.
17. Work in liason with Programme Operations Officer to ensure partners transfer of funds are made in a timely manner.
18. Conduct monitoring visits, analyse results with relevant stakeholders and ensure appropriate action is taken.
19. Track and monitor partners project implementation rate in relation to fund transfer rate to ensure partners are receiving project funds on time.
20. Development of Terms of Reference for project monitoring visits and audits and ensure that CBMs accountability requirements are incorporated in the TORs.
21. In liaison with the County IEH focal person schedule the IEH working group meetings and circulate minutes among the stakeholders.
22. Record all results and analysis of project monitoring results/data that are stored at the project level by partners, with important/ strategic findings (lessons learned, best practices, evidence base) also stored at CBM office with soft copies saved on the server and sharepoint.
23. Ensure relevant new knowledge, project lessons learned and other learnings are internalized, documented and shared with relevant CBM colleagues and partners using various channels in the spirit of learning.
24. Ensure timely submission of quality project reports (Narrative, finance, cataract surgical outcome monitoring, statistics, human interest stories etc.)
25. Ensure that processes and procedures organisationally and at individual project staff level meet the project requirements for proper quality management and implementation of activities/interventions of the projects.
26. Ensure that principles and practice of Inclusive Eye Health are woven through the design and implementation of the projects.
27. Ensure that partners are developing and submitting quality reports on time.
28. Provide constructive and quality feedback to partners liaison with the country structures for line ministries with close collaboration with Peek team.

We are looking for someone who has:

1. Relevant academic degree in Public Health, Sciences, Social Sciences or related disciplines.
2. Professional experience of 5 years in a national or international NGO with a track record in successfully managing inclusive development and/or humanitarian programmes in collaboration with national partners.
3. Experience in Programme management IEH is an advantage.
4. Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines.
5. Experience in managing institutionally funded projects, including consortium led projects.
6. Experience in evaluation and strengthening of quality and effectiveness systems
7. Proven experience in results-based management and project cycle management, including assessment, monitoring and evaluation, with a sound understanding of budgeting and programme finance management.
8. Demonstrated experience in managing internal and external relationships and partnerships particularly with national / local governments.
9. Experience in working with various government/bi-lateral/major institutional donors.
10. Proven good organizational and coordination skills as well as a high level of autonomy and flexibility.
11. Perform duties under minimum supervision.
12. Ability to work diplomatically and with sensitivity with individuals from a variety of cultures, professions and personal backgrounds.
13. Advantage of lived experience with disability.
14. Experience of working with persons with disabilities or promoting disability rights a distinct advantage.
15. Commitment to CBM’s mission, vision and values

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REGA GBV Prevention Specialist at Norwegian Refugee Council

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a non-governmental, humanitarian organization with 60 years of experience in helping to create a safer and more dignified life for refugees and internally displaced people. NRC advocates for the rights of displaced populations and offers assistance within the shelter, education, emergency food security, legal assistance, and water, sanitation and hygiene sectors. The Norwegian Refugee Council has approximately 5000 committed and competent employees involved in projects across four continents. In addition, NRC runs one of the world’s largest standby rosters -NORCAP, with 650 professionals, ready to be deployed on 72 hours notice when a crisis occurs

KEY DELIVERABLES

Advocacy and Resource Mobilization

1. Support inter-agency GBV prevention and response advocacy and resource mobilisation efforts; engage with and present evidence to the regional donor group on the need to fund gender-transformative prevention actions, identify other regional entry points through which to promote GBV prevention and risk mitigation.
2. Lead consultations on behalf of global GBV AoR to understand evidence-based approaches to gender-transformative prevention activities that are being used in other regions and their impact; explore how these approaches can be used in humanitarian contexts; consult with frontline GBV service providers in humanitarian contexts to better understand their perceptions and expectations around engagement with men and boys
3. Develop a theory of change model that will serve as the foundation for the identification and/or development of a gender-transformative multi-systems approach to engaging and involving men and boys in GBV prevention in humanitarian settings that is accountable to the feminist perspective and women’s rights movement.

Coordination Participation

1. Support country level coordination mechanisms to actively integrate gender-transformative actions throughout their sector response plans that will lead to longer-term prevention outcomes
2. Work closely with priority clusters such as Education and Health to integrate gender-transformative activities into their HRPs and other strategic documents to mitigate and prevent acts of violence, promoting increased access to education and better health outcomes among women and girls. For example, engage with education colleagues to integrate social and behavioural change communication frameworks during the development of curriculums, when establishing learning spaces and within school-based forums.  Schools are a widely recognized entry point for changing the violent social norms of children and adolescents.
3. Co-lead the “intersectionality” pillar of the Regional GBV Working Group; continue to recruit organizations that represent a broad range of stakeholders such as Men Engage and Promundo; oversee the implementation of the annual work plan among other activities

Capacity Building

1. Conduct and support capacity building activities, that targets specifically GBV coordinators and GBV sub-cluster/working group member organisations with a focus on local and civil society organisations, to ensure adherence to global guidance and ethical standards and country take up of the GBV AoR Coordination Handbook, the GBV AoR Global Minimum Standards, and ensuring country coordinators are aware of other global GBV AoR resources, such as the Helpdesk and Community of Practice. The aim of this capacity building is for GBV coordinators and local partners at national and sub-national level to have strengthened capacity to deliver gender-transformative functions of coordination and minimum deliverables, ultimately leading to an effective, timely and life-saving multi-sectoral  prevention and response strategy
2. Communicate global discussions or initiatives on male engagement/involvement and how these can be leveraged by country actors
3. Develop, lead or support regional-level inter-agency trainings to address capacity gaps as applicable to the context, including but not limited to conducting mappings of gender-transformative prevention activities, establishing inclusive referral pathways, and developing SOPs around the engagement and involvement of men and boys while still prioritizing the needs of women and girls.
4. Strengthen capacity of GBV Sub Cluster or Working Group Coordinators to successfully lead their members in the implementation of gender transformative prevention activities through mentoring and coaching, including in non-emergency times.

Knowledge Management

1. Actively share regional good practices with country level actors, and ensure that global guidance reflects field challenges and good practice, and the take up of global resources at country level.
2. Maintain a regional repository of all REGA documents, including mission reports, training tools, HPC documents, tools and examples
3. Support the development of global and regional technical guidance based on experiences and promising practices from country programs, and also propose and measure updates of existing tools and GBV AoR resources.
4. Support the development of tools to assist countries in knowledge management, particularly monitoring and evaluation tools that can measure the short, medium, and long term impact of the proposed prevention activities.

REQUIREMENTS

Core Competencies

1. Demonstrates knowledge of the GBV Guiding Principles, the survivor-centred approach, and the feminist approach to reaching gender equality
2. Clear understanding of gender-transformative approaches to engaging/involving men and boys in GBV prevention that are accountable to the feminist perspective and women’s rights movement.
3. Strong background in training and learning techniques, including the ability to create a learning environment, implement an interactive and experiential learning process, and turn difficult moments into learning opportunities.

Professional Competencies

1. Understands and can implement multi-sectoral prevention programs within the humanitarian architecture that
2. Demonstrated knowledge of coordination of GBV in multiple emergency settings, including roles of coordinators, government, key actors
3. Excellent understanding of IASC humanitarian architecture and global GBV initiatives.
4. Can locate and apply key GBV resources
5. Understands and uses participatory approaches to engaging with and mobilizing communities
6. Provides strategic planning and funding appeals for GBV prevention
7. Conducts Advocacy on behalf of GBV programming and survivors
8. Ability to mainstream gender-transformative prevention and risk mitigation measures throughout other clusters
9. Understands basics and conducts ethical safe assessments, data collection, and information-sharing
10. Facilitates a collaborative culture to promote coordination
11. Fluency in English Language – essential
12. Knowledge of a local language, or second UN working language – desired

Behavioural Competencies

1. Able to adapt and cope to high-stressful and pressure situations
2. Gender and GBV sensitive
3. Fosters effective communication
4. Excellent interpersonal skills – including, but not limited to, fostering effective communication and maintaining a positive and professional attitude.
5. Sensitivity to political and cultural contexts and dynamics and ability to communicate strategically with humanitarian leadership
6. Ability to share successes, and take a less visible leadership role, in order to promote the ownership and leadership of GBV actors in the region, including governments.

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Continuous Improvement Specialist at Sheer Logic

Sheer Logic Management Consultants (SLMC) was incorporated in 1997 as a limited liability company whose overall aim is to provide Human Resource consultancy and training services to a diverse set of industries and economic sectors; both private and public. Our Mission Improve the operational effectiveness of our client, by developing solutions that build the internal capacities and capabilities. Our Vision To become an integrated Centre of Excellence in Management Advisory, Training and Organizational Development within Eastern and Central Africa.

Do you have knowledge and experience of end to end logistics? Are you driven by improving customer experience? Have you worked with continuous improvement projects?
Then you might be the right candidate for the Continuous Improvement Specialist role, based in Mombasa. The focus is to drive continuous improvement and support performance management in the Area across customer experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Delivery of Projects impacting customer experience;
• Support customer experience teams with performance management tools;
• Receiving and deploy new processes and initiatives;
• Support customer experience to anchor and drive defined projects for Area Customer Experience across, Ocean and Logistics Services;
• Coordinate and review all functional excellence activities in Area and develop change management strategies to ensure successful implementation and adoption of changes;
• Sustain deployment and maturity in the teams in coordination with Global Service Centre and Product owners;
• Identity current process and/or gaps and propose solutions to improve customer experience outcomes;
• Support teams with training and capability building; and
• Feed relevant stakeholders with requirements and feedback around our client’s E-Solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in a business-related field;
• At least 3 years of experience in continuous improvement role within logistics and services industry;
• Excellent understanding and focus on Customer Experience;
• Highly structured and analytical;
• Process improvement & Project Management skills;
• Understanding E2E Business Landscape and Operational Excellence / Lean experience is beneficial;
• Strong influencing skills;
• Knowledge of Power BI
• Result driven combined with the ability to achieve results through people;
• “Digital driven” with focus on customer solutions; and
• Strong capabilities to articulate value of different E-Solutions.

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Electrical Engineer at Co-operative Bank of Kenya

The Co-operative Bank of Kenya Limited is incorporated in Kenya under the Company Act and is also licensed to do the business of banking under the Banking Act. The Bank was initially registered under the Co-operative Societies Act at the point of founding in 1965. This status was retained up to and until June 27th 2008 when the Bank’s Special General Meeting resolved to incorporate under the Companies Act with a view to complying with the requirements for listing on the Nairobi Stock Exchange (NSE)

Are you looking for an employer who promotes individual excellence and mutual respect in a team-driven culture with a key focus on social empowerment? The Co-operative Bank of Kenya, “The Kingdom Bank” is the place for those looking to new horizons.

We are looking for dynamic, creative, and self-oriented professional with the capacity to understand a range of engineering functions and procedures coupled with good diagnostic and problem-solving skills.

Reporting to the Head – Projects & Facilities, the Services Engineer will be charged with the responsibility to ensure proper and cost-effective maintenance of serviceable items i.e. air conditioners, electrical faults, structured cabling, generators and other bank equipment.

The Role

Specifically, the successful jobholder will be required to:

• Design maintenance strategies, procedures and methods including planning and undertaking scheduled maintenance to minimize unpredicted breakdowns, assess and analyze repair and breakdown costs and recommend equipment upgrading or replacement.
• Manage and oversee routine scheduled maintenance work and respond to equipment faults while carrying out quality inspections on jobs to verify and forward job cards and invoices to Finance for payment.
• Supervise projects in liaison with the Bank’s consultants, to successful completion within the shortest period as may be agreed from time to time
• Manage services installations costs in the new outlets and other refurbishments as may be agreed from time to time.
• Arrange specialist procurement of fixtures, fittings or components. This will entail preparing bills of quantities for new and refurbished branches to include intruder alarm, CCTV, internal and fascia signage.
• Ensure complete and proper documentation of all on-going and completed projects such as contracts, performance bonds, and all necessary documentation.
• Deal with emergencies, unplanned problems and repairs by responding to breakdowns with agility and following up with vendors doing diagnosis and repair of equipment.
• Control Capital Expenditure for projects and maintain renovation costs.
• Maintain statistical and financial records for premises and equipment that are up to date.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation.
• Manage inventory of supplies and bank equipment including generators, Air Conditioners, vault doors and safes, ATMs and firefighting equipment.
• Prepare BQ’s and tender specification as required in relation to specialist items installations.
• Prepare repair specifications, select suitable contractors to carry out the works and prepare maintenance tender documents.

Desired Skills and Experience

• A Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized university.
• 3 years’ experience in a similar role in a fast-paced environment. Good knowledge in Air-conditioning and Refrigeration will be an added advantage.
• Good understanding of Health and Safety regulations as stipulated in the Law, knowledge of the contract law, and arbitration related to building construction.
• Certification in Energy Management will be an added advantage.
• Highly flexible, on call 24/7 with the ability to travel to distant branches when required (Must have a valid driving license) and willing to put in extra hours to ensure jobs are completed on schedule and to specification.
• Excellent business skills and knowledge of managing budgets, leading a team and liaising with suppliers.

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Deputy Chief of Party – Kenya HSS at Abt Associates

Abt Associates is a global leader in research, evaluation and program implementation; driving innovation and measurable impact for more than 50 years. What sets us apart is our evidence-based and multi-disciplinary approach to solving tough challenges in health, social and environmental policy and international development. Specific areas we work in include: • Health • Education and workforce development • Climate change and the environment • Food security and agriculture • Housing and communities • Survey and data collection

Job Summary

Abt Associates seeks a qualified Deputy Chief of Party position for an upcoming USAID-funded opportunity in Kenya, the Health Systems Strengthening Activity. The five-year activity will focus on strengthening health leadership and governance and strengthening health systems for quality and equitable service delivery. This position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya. We are looking for individuals who are committed to exceeding expectations and who strive to improve the lives of people worldwide. Position is contingent upon contract award to Abt Associates.

Under the supervision of the Chief of Party, the Deputy Chief of Party is responsible for providing leadership in technical and administrative aspects that ensure successful project implementation. This position is responsible for offering oversight and supervision of senior technical staff and for ensuring the responsiveness and quality of work along with efficient use of resources and achievement of results.

The position is based in Nairobi, Kenya, and is contingent upon award to Abt Associates.

Responsibilities

• Upholds Abt Associates values and exercises them throughout tenure on the project.
• Provides leadership and guidance on a results-oriented program strategy in coordination with the project team and in consultation with USAID, other partners, and stakeholders.
• Provides leadership in the development of project work plans and budgets, ensuring integration and effective coordination and planning of technical activities.
• Ensures timely implementation of monitoring plans for project activities and that data required for USAID performance benchmarks and results frameworks are produced.
• Offers leadership and guidance to teams and team leaders carrying out project activities.
• Provides quality assurance of all project activities and products.
• Other duties as may be required by the Chief of Party.

Requirements 

Qualification Requirements Include The Following

• Master’s Degree (minimum) in Public Health, Medicine, or related field.
• 8 years (minimum) of relevant international health experience with a master’s degree.
• At least five years managing complex projects in the areas of health systems strengthening (human resources for health, financing, governance, supply chain and health commodity management, data for decision-making), in Kenya and/or East Africa.
• Demonstrated ability to help establish and maintain effective working relationships with USAID, ministry officials, and other development partners.
• Demonstrated experience supporting Ministry of Health in the delivery of quality health services and strengthening the health system in Kenya and/or East Africa.
• Experience in monitoring, evaluation, and learning initiatives within donor-funded projects (preferably USAID).
• Experience assessing, selecting, and managing sub-grantees highly preferred.
• Familiarity with US Government regulations (e.g., Federal Acquisition Regulations and the Foreign Assistance Act).
• Demonstrated strong written and oral presentation skills.
• Demonstrated leadership of large and diverse teams.
• Demonstrated excellent management skills and ability to lead and motivate multidisciplinary, multicultural teams.
• Fluency in English.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree + Fifteen years of relevant experience, or Master’s Degree + Twelve years of relevant experience, or PhD + Ten years of relevant experience

Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits. Local candidates strongly encouraged to apply.

Disclaimer: Abt Associates will never ask candidates for money in exchange for an offer of employment

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Procurement Officer at Kenya Airways

Kenya Airways, the leading African airline flying to more African destinations than any other carrier, takes pride in being at the forefront of connecting Africa to the world and the World to Africa through its hub Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.

Job Purpose:

The Procurement Officer is an integral member of the Supply Chain team and is responsible for implementing and maintaining cost effective procurement requirements for the Kenya Airways Group of companies to achieve a safe, sustainable and reliable Supply Chain and increase shareholder value and organizations profit.

Principle Accountabilities:

Buying/Sourcing

• Monitor loan and third-party business (MRO) as per the contract terms on tools and equipment as well as ensuring accuracy of all the tools and equipment are 100 % captured in the ERP system.
• Ensure 100% compliance on e-sourcing tool to execute sourcing activities.
• Manage end to end procure to pay process.
• Review PDI and confirm need before processing the PO. Align with user on need and budgetary allocation/availability.
• Process PO within approved TAT 12 hours for stock items, 72 hours for non-stock item to ensure 100% delivery to the business.
• Expedite on released orders as per delivery schedule. Ensure supplier adheres to quality, compliance and invoice accuracy.
• Analyze supplier performance and use discretion to decide which supplier delivers best value to fulfil user needs.
• Participate in supplier engagement and development work in achieving delivery of consistent Quality within specifications.
• Maintain Supplier Procurement trends to offer visibility of volume/value growth position.
• Manage project financials ensuring value for external relationships and driving efficiencies in every approach.
• Adhere to Kenya Airways procurement buying policies & procedures in all sourcing undertaking.
• Perform periodic spend analysis and market research.
• Lead upkeep of Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) at approved locations.
• Implement procurement processes to ensure efficiency, cost savings and best practices.
• Develop detailed sourcing and category plans to maximize effectiveness and efficiency.

Organizational Goals

• Ensure 100% system usage on all sourcing activities.
• Drive supply optimization and harmonization initiatives.

Supplier Management

• Ensure all payment requests are submitted in a timely manner.
• Ensure supplier engagement, relationship management and KPI Accountability.
• Prepare reports on supplier performance to ensure timely deliveries and quality assurance.
• Organize and facilitate periodic meetings with key stakeholders to review supplier performance & strategies to improve the same.
• Enable and exploit supplier innovation to deliver competitive advantage and cost reduction.
• Manage day to day relationship with the supplier.

Contract Management

• Evaluation of supplier performance against specified performance indicators and SLA’s to ensure adherence to key contract milestones.

Reporting

• Provide monthly reports on procurement KPI’s against internal user targets to ensure alignment.
• Provide supplier performance reports for monitoring and evaluation.

Disposal

• Identify items for disposal within each category to ensuring compliance to the company disposal policy.

Savings

• Deliver savings through ensuring pricing on PO matches the contracted rates to support the business financial objectives.
• Ensure all sourcing is within allocated budget allocations.

Knowledge, Skills and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in business-related field or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Graduate diploma in Supplies Management or equivalent from recognized institution.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in procurement from a reputable organization.
• Good grasp of Supply Chain processes and tender procedures.
• Understanding of INCO TERMS.
• Familiar with Supply chain software to help procurement record transactions, manage supplier information.
• Familiar with Inventory management systems to understand impact of inventory tracking and ordering processes and with various software used to manage inventory.
• Adept at using Microsoft Office applications – from Microsoft Word, used to create correspondence and reports, to Excel, used for producing spreadsheets on supply costs and comparisons.
• Excellent negotiations, analytical and communications skills.
• Must be willing to work for extended periods to ensure deliveries are made within schedule.
• Ability to handle pressure and difficult situations with resilience, calmly and effectively.
• Must be a person of unquestionable integrity.

Behavioural Competences:

• Customer focused.
• Teamwork/team player.
• Results oriented.
• Problem solving skills.
• Good organizational skills.

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Project Assistant-EiE Project at Voluntary Service Overseas

Voluntary Service Overseas is the world’s leading development charity fighting poverty through volunteers. Join us to create a world without poverty.

Responsibilities:

• The project assistant will lead the overall implementation and monitoring of Emergency response project in Isiolo and Laikipia Counties Assist with the logistics and procurement processes in line with project needs and VSO policies In charge of all project documentation including beneficiary databases, community and stakeholder feedback
• Undertake advocacy and policy influence initiatives as necessary during the project implementation period
• Ensure timely reporting for the project in line with donor requirements
• Supervise and provide logistical and administration support to project national volunteer, and project partners.
• Maintain an effective communication system and ensure information flow between project and relevant parties on project update and inquiries.
• Undertake extensive travel within project Counties and participate in regular monitoring visits to ensure quality of project implementation, administration and financial management in project sites.
• Represent VSO in meetings with government and other relevant stakeholders as required.
• Provide support for other VSO activities as reasonably requested by supervisors and in line with organizational priorities.

Desired Skills and Experience

Knowledge/qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in social work, development studies, project management or related course
• Knowledge on disability rights and inclusion practices in education
• Knowledge or experience in humanitarian/emergency response, project cycle management, partnership/relationship building and influencing
• At least three years of relevant experience in the relevant field(s)
• Experience with emergency programming and cash-based interventions
• Experience working in marginalised contexts will be an added advantage

Skills/Abilities:

• Good communication, organisational and interpersonal skills
• Able to develop clear and realistic plans to deliver agreed objectives within deadlines, involving key individuals in the planning process.
• Ability to manage budgets financial procedures
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel to other counties to deliver project activities Willingness and ability to work efficiently with a wide diverse group of people
• Ability to work as part of a team in an organized and flexible approach
• Desirable Criteria: (skills that could be an advantage in the role)

Knowledge/qualifications:

• Evidence of effective problem-solving skills.
• Evidence of professionalism and high integrity.
• Evidence of openness to learning to improve own performance.

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Barista at BBROOD Kenya

This adventure started when Renee did her graduation research in Uganda. She came to the conclusion that there was no real tasty bread in this African country. With the help of a grant from the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs, through the PSI (Private Sector Investment) programme, BBROOD decided to open their shops in Uganda. It took two years of preparations and finally in 2011 our first shop in Kampala Road opened its doors to first customers. The great success of the first bakery was soon followed but 5 more outlets in Kampala.

Key responsibilities:

• Welcome and interact with customers, find their preferences and to gently recommend coffee and other products they will enjoy.
• Develop rapport with customers by learning their names, favourite drinks and food items.
• Answer customer questions regarding coffee blends, preparation, and product freshness.
• Prepare a wide variety of coffees, teas and other drinks of the highest standard, following prescribed recipes and presentation techniques to ensure consistent quality.
• Co-ordinate the preparation of all orders from the coffee counter, enabling waiting staff to serve freshly made beverages promptly.
• Be prepared at quieter times to cover all aspects of the front counter role, including operating the till, waiting, and clearing tables.
• Reports all customer complaints to supervisor on duty and potential safety hazards, machine and equipment issues on CMS.
• Responds to customer needs proactively to prevent customer service situations.
• Answers telephone in a courteous and friendly manner including, but not limited to,  greeting, giving directions to store location, receiving and filling customer orders, and calling back customers.
• Maintain a safe, hygienic and presentable work environment, following approved operating procedures, food safety guidelines and health and safety regulations.
• Keep equipment working efficiently by ensuring Shift-End and Day-End cleaning of coffee machines & equipment are done and any issues are reported promptly.
• Perpetuate company Core Values at all times.

Requirements:

If you are a professional barista with at least a year’s experience, love people and possess good customer service skills, we would like to hear from you.

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General Manager-Technical at Brookside Africa Limited

Brookside is synonymous to quality milk. Our belief in providing products that satisfy and gratify is envisioned in our tagline “Goodness for all.” Brookside is the leading diary in East Africa and has operations in more than 12 countries across 2 continents. We are also the home to Ilara, Tuzo, Molo Milk and Delamere which are Kenya’s most loved milk brands. We were the first to introduce long life milk to the market along with Tetra Park packaging. We continue to look forward to transforming the diary industry in Africa and beyond. Sometimes, good things happen more by accident than by design, like the birth of Brookside Dairy in 1993. Milk production in Kenya was at its lowest with farmers in despair after the sole dairy company suddenly collapsed. There was a milk surplus in the market, but nobody to process it. From this difficult moment, a small enterprise was set up at Kahawa Sukari Ranch with about 20 employees hand packaging 1,000 liters of milk a day. Its name: Brookside Dairy.

Reporting to Director – Manufacturing

Job Objective:

The General Manager-Technical will be responsible for overall management and co-ordination of the Technical Department, which provides technical services to all divisions and departments in Brookside Dairy Limited.

He will ensure that the department provides professional and cost-effective service to all.

Key Responsibilities

1. Coordinate and provide leadership for the Technical Department.
2. Offer advisory services to Technical Managers on Technical related issues.
3. Ensure effective and efficient technical services are provided to the Factory and other departments.
4. Supervise all Managers in the Technical Department and offer an oversight role that will include allocating responsibilities and ensuring all sectional KPIs are set and met.
5. Monitoring of overall performance and machine efficiency.
6. Offer general administrative services to all Technical sections to cover among others; staff management, management of contractors, performance appraisal reviews, cost management, infrastructure facilities, etc.
7. Ensure materials and spares are procured efficiently and effectively in liaison with the Supply Chain Department.
8. Be responsible for staff development ¡n the department
9. Budget preparations.
10. Co-ordinate project activities.

Minimum qualifications, experience, knowledge and skills

1. Job Holder should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
2. A holder of Masters’ Degree in Management will have added advantage.
3. Should have over 10 years’ practical experience in a manufacturing concern.
4. Must have good management and leadership skills.
5. Excellent communication, analytical and troubleshooting skills

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Submit CV’s – New Recruitment at Arcaffe

Our journey started thirteen years ago when our first Artcaffé restaurant opened its doors at Westgate Mall. With that flagship store, we set out to bring to life a series of high-quality restaurants that offer not only delicious food and exceptional service, but unparalleled ambience too. Today, we have 20 stores across Nairobi, and are one of the only brands to achieve ‘Superbrand’ status in East Africa.

1. Floor Attendants (Merchandisers) 

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2. Bakers 

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3. Butchers

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4. Baristas 

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5. Florist 

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6. Cooks

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7. Waiters/Waitress

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8. Stewards

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Stewards at Arcaffe

Our journey started thirteen years ago when our first Artcaffé restaurant opened its doors at Westgate Mall. With that flagship store, we set out to bring to life a series of high-quality restaurants that offer not only delicious food and exceptional service, but unparalleled ambience too. Today, we have 20 stores across Nairobi, and are one of the only brands to achieve ‘Superbrand’ status in East Africa.

Required skills and competencies

• At least a certificate in a hotel management course from a recognised hospitality institution.
• Working knowledge of cash register and any ordering information system (applies to wait staff and Bread Station Attendants)
• Customer oriented
• Basic knowledge on food production and service
• Willing and eager to learn
• Good communication skills
• Friendly, outgoing, well composed, cheerful and enthusiastic

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Waiters/Waitress at Arcaffe

Our journey started thirteen years ago when our first Artcaffé restaurant opened its doors at Westgate Mall. With that flagship store, we set out to bring to life a series of high-quality restaurants that offer not only delicious food and exceptional service, but unparalleled ambience too. Today, we have 20 stores across Nairobi, and are one of the only brands to achieve ‘Superbrand’ status in East Africa.

Required skills and competencies

• At least a certificate in a hotel management course from a recognized hospitality institution.
• Working knowledge of cash register and any ordering information system (applies to wait for staff and Bread Station Attendants)
• Customer oriented
• Basic knowledge on food production and service
• Willing and eager to learn
• Good communication skills
• Friendly, outgoing, well composed, cheerful and enthusiastic

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Cooks at Arcaffe

Our journey started thirteen years ago when our first Artcaffé restaurant opened its doors at Westgate Mall. With that flagship store, we set out to bring to life a series of high-quality restaurants that offer not only delicious food and exceptional service, but unparalleled ambience too. Today, we have 20 stores across Nairobi, and are one of the only brands to achieve ‘Superbrand’ status in East Africa.

Required skills and competencies

• At least a certificate in a hotel management course from a recognised hospitality institution.
• Working knowledge of cash register and any ordering information system (applies to wait staff and Bread Station Attendants)
• Customer-oriented
• Basic knowledge on food production and service
• Willing and eager to learn
• Good communication skills
• Friendly, outgoing, well composed, cheerful and enthusiastic

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Florist at Arcaffe

Our journey started thirteen years ago when our first Artcaffé restaurant opened its doors at Westgate Mall. With that flagship store, we set out to bring to life a series of high-quality restaurants that offer not only delicious food and exceptional service, but unparalleled ambience too. Today, we have 20 stores across Nairobi, and are one of the only brands to achieve ‘Superbrand’ status in East Africa.

Required skills and competencies

• At least a certificate in a hotel management course from a recognised hospitality institution.
• Working knowledge of cash register and any ordering information system (applies to wait staff and Bread Station Attendants)
• Customer oriented
• Basic knowledge on food production and service
• Willing and eager to learn
• Good communication skills
• Friendly, outgoing, well composed, cheerful and enthusiastic

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Baristas at Arcaffe

Our journey started thirteen years ago when our first Artcaffé restaurant opened its doors at Westgate Mall. With that flagship store, we set out to bring to life a series of high-quality restaurants that offer not only delicious food and exceptional service, but unparalleled ambience too. Today, we have 20 stores across Nairobi, and are one of the only brands to achieve ‘Superbrand’ status in East Africa.

Required skills and competencies

• At least a certificate in a hotel management course from a recognised hospitality institution.
• Working knowledge of cash register and any ordering information system (applies to wait staff and Bread Station Attendants)
• Customer oriented
• Basic knowledge on food production and service
• Willing and eager to learn
• Good communication skills
• Friendly, outgoing, well composed, cheerful and enthusiastic

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Butchers at Arcaffe

Our journey started thirteen years ago when our first Artcaffé restaurant opened its doors at Westgate Mall. With that flagship store, we set out to bring to life a series of high-quality restaurants that offer not only delicious food and exceptional service, but unparalleled ambience too. Today, we have 20 stores across Nairobi, and are one of the only brands to achieve ‘Superbrand’ status in East Africa.

Required skills and competencies

• At least a certificate in a hotel management course from a recognised hospitality institution.
• Working knowledge of cash register and any ordering information system (applies to wait staff and Bread Station Attendants)
• Customer oriented
• Basic knowledge on food production and service
• Willing and eager to learn
• Good communication skills
• Friendly, outgoing, well composed, cheerful and enthusiastic

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Bakers at Arcaffe

Our journey started thirteen years ago when our first Artcaffé restaurant opened its doors at Westgate Mall. With that flagship store, we set out to bring to life a series of high-quality restaurants that offer not only delicious food and exceptional service, but unparalleled ambience too. Today, we have 20 stores across Nairobi, and are one of the only brands to achieve ‘Superbrand’ status in East Africa.

Required skills and competencies

• At least a certificate in a hotel management course from a recognized hospitality institution.
• Working knowledge of cash register and any ordering information system (applies to wait for staff and Bread Station Attendants)
• Customer-oriented
• Basic knowledge of food production and service
• Willing and eager to learn
• Good communication skills
• Friendly, outgoing, well-composed, cheerful, and enthusiastic

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Cooks at Arcaffe

Our journey started thirteen years ago when our first Artcaffé restaurant opened its doors at Westgate Mall. With that flagship store, we set out to bring to life a series of high-quality restaurants that offer not only delicious food and exceptional service, but unparalleled ambience too. Today, we have 20 stores across Nairobi, and are one of the only brands to achieve ‘Superbrand’ status in East Africa.

Required skills and competencies

• At least a certificate in a hotel management course from a recognised hospitality institution.
• Working knowledge of cash register and any ordering information system (applies to wait staff and Bread Station Attendants)
• Customer-oriented
• Basic knowledge on food production and service
• Willing and eager to learn
• Good communication skills
• Friendly, outgoing, well composed, cheerful and enthusiastic

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Florist at Arcaffe

Our journey started thirteen years ago when our first Artcaffé restaurant opened its doors at Westgate Mall. With that flagship store, we set out to bring to life a series of high-quality restaurants that offer not only delicious food and exceptional service, but unparalleled ambience too. Today, we have 20 stores across Nairobi, and are one of the only brands to achieve ‘Superbrand’ status in East Africa.

Required skills and competencies

• At least a certificate in a hotel management course from a recognised hospitality institution.
• Working knowledge of cash register and any ordering information system (applies to wait staff and Bread Station Attendants)
• Customer oriented
• Basic knowledge on food production and service
• Willing and eager to learn
• Good communication skills
• Friendly, outgoing, well composed, cheerful and enthusiastic

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Baristas at Arcaffe

Our journey started thirteen years ago when our first Artcaffé restaurant opened its doors at Westgate Mall. With that flagship store, we set out to bring to life a series of high-quality restaurants that offer not only delicious food and exceptional service, but unparalleled ambience too. Today, we have 20 stores across Nairobi, and are one of the only brands to achieve ‘Superbrand’ status in East Africa.

Required skills and competencies

• At least a certificate in a hotel management course from a recognised hospitality institution.
• Working knowledge of cash register and any ordering information system (applies to wait staff and Bread Station Attendants)
• Customer oriented
• Basic knowledge on food production and service
• Willing and eager to learn
• Good communication skills
• Friendly, outgoing, well composed, cheerful and enthusiastic

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Butchers at Arcaffe

Our journey started thirteen years ago when our first Artcaffé restaurant opened its doors at Westgate Mall. With that flagship store, we set out to bring to life a series of high-quality restaurants that offer not only delicious food and exceptional service, but unparalleled ambience too. Today, we have 20 stores across Nairobi, and are one of the only brands to achieve ‘Superbrand’ status in East Africa.

Required skills and competencies

• At least a certificate in a hotel management course from a recognised hospitality institution.
• Working knowledge of cash register and any ordering information system (applies to wait staff and Bread Station Attendants)
• Customer oriented
• Basic knowledge on food production and service
• Willing and eager to learn
• Good communication skills
• Friendly, outgoing, well composed, cheerful and enthusiastic

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Bakers at Arcaffe

Our journey started thirteen years ago when our first Artcaffé restaurant opened its doors at Westgate Mall. With that flagship store, we set out to bring to life a series of high-quality restaurants that offer not only delicious food and exceptional service, but unparalleled ambience too. Today, we have 20 stores across Nairobi, and are one of the only brands to achieve ‘Superbrand’ status in East Africa.

Required skills and competencies

• At least a certificate in a hotel management course from a recognized hospitality institution.
• Working knowledge of cash register and any ordering information system (applies to wait for staff and Bread Station Attendants)
• Customer-oriented
• Basic knowledge of food production and service
• Willing and eager to learn
• Good communication skills
• Friendly, outgoing, well-composed, cheerful, and enthusiastic

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SME Business Development Manager at Absa Bank Limited

Absa Bank Limited (Absa) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Barclays Africa Group Limited. Absa offers personal and business banking, credit cards, corporate and investment banking, wealth and investment management as well as bancassurance.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Head of SME-RBB, the role holder will be responsible for the design and execution of the Overall Women Banking Segment Strategy within the SME Business and the end to end plans with full P&L accountability for the market segment with the aim to increase revenue, profitability and market leadership through driving sustainable New to bank customers, Liability growth and Revenue Growth Initiatives.

Job Responsibilities

Detailed Description:

• Responsible to grow the Sub Segment NTB numbers and Revenue while designing, launching and managing end to end propositions aligned to the overall segment P& L and KPI’s.
• Manage the P&L financials at customer level, and all critical Key Value Drivers associated with the Woman Banking segment performance including segment profitability.
• Drive activities that ensure maximized penetration into the Woman banking segment to maximize acquisition, retention, cross sell rations and revenue per customer.
• Ensure world class and differentiated customer experience including service processes are in place for the Woman banking segment.
• Develop Customer Journey Maps, Lifecycle/Life cycle stages and personas for the Woman Banking segments.
• Design and execute end to end strategic road map including Marketing Initiatives for the Sub segment
• Drive and own the Strategic partnerships as part pf the overall Go to Market plan for the Segment.
• Analyze both Internal and external Customer environment to draw insights into the Segment offerings and Propositions to optimize revenue and profitability.
• Drive strategic partnerships and collaborations with key departments that manage market research, customer intelligence, Data warehousing and financial analysis to align to the segment/business market unit goals.
• Develop and Launch periodic campaigns in partnership with product teams to drive NTB acquisitions as well as track performance and revise propositions where necessary in order to increase revenue and profitability.
• Review and manage creative processes for ATL and BTL Communication and activities while working closely with the Business Club team, MCR and all corresponding stakeholders
• Responsible for the segment Events Calendar in partnership with other segments, Prestige, Premier and CIB.
• Responsible for the development of the Segment strategy and developing commercial business case to secure Commercial approvals for the segment.
• Monitor the active customer base for the Women banking and devise strategies to remediate as required.
• Employ decision analytics in designing Woman Banking Propositions and contact programs.
• Advocate for CUSTOMER FIRST in every consideration of the departmental strategies and service delivery
• Break down the service strategy into actionable bits by individual staff in the department – through Departmental and individual Customer Experience Success Plans
• Carry our deep dive on the customer verbatim responses  from CX surveys, identifying service gaps and training SME staff  to close them
• Ensure adherence to the Absa Way Service Standards at every customer interaction
• Championing the CX reward and recognition vs consequence management  for SME service stars and offenders respectively– working closely with People Function (HRBP) and Customer Experience Team
• Develop and design ways to enhance a positive service environment in the SME department
• Champion market and competitor analysis through benchmarking
• Develop and Present Market Segment commercial performance in monthly reviews while ensuring the Segment Opex Budget is optimally utilized.
• Contribute to the Overall SME team in creating and sustaining a cultural environment for the function shaped by the Absa Way of leadership.

Education

Bachelors Degree and Professional Qualifications: Business, Commerce and Management Studies (Required)

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SME Relationship Manager at Absa Bank Limited

Absa Bank Limited (Absa) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Barclays Africa Group Limited. Absa offers personal and business banking, credit cards, corporate and investment banking, wealth and investment management as well as bancassurance.

Job Summary

1. To manage and sustain a relationship with Business Banking customers, building long-term relationships founded on efficient and reliable support for their business. This is achieved particularly through quick risk decisions and managing consistency and quality of operational service.
2. The primary objective is to maximize sustainable risk-adjusted / EP portfolio contribution.
3. The jobholder will additionally be responsible for business development both with new customers and with his/her existing portfolio.

Job Responsibilities

Sales and Service

• Conduct annual review of customers’ borrowing facilities (and interim review if customer circumstances [risk profile] dictate).Consult customer owners/managers on financial/credit issues and general business practice/ideas.
• Determine the key messages, e.g. agreed service standards, negotiated pricing, relationship team contact points (including introductions to new personnel) and new product changes. Calculating the most appropriate means of communicating them to customers.
• Deal with, and find resolutions for, customer complaints.
• Determine the products that are most effective in meeting customers needs and be able to sell these, at short notice, both reactively and proactively.
• Plan and co-ordinate any marketing approaches for new business and actively develop existing relationships. Co-ordinate approaches to the portfolio by businesses across the Group.
• Monitor and ensure adherence to risk service standards.

Business Management

• Research, create and follow up on a target list for potential new business.
• Identify priority customers using the Customer Prioritization Guidelines to assess their present and potential contribution.
• Gather all the required information that is needed to prepare and assess credit applications. Role holder will be expected to input certain key information such as judgmental information (They will work closely with SME Credit).
• Monitor and control the quality of the portfolio using “Condition of Sanction” triggers where possible and in accordance with RM guidelines and Bank policy.
• Manage “Early Warning List” customers to reduce risk, following H.O. and Regional guidance provided.
• Adhere to procedures and guidelines within the BB RMCD.

Staff Management

• Day-to-day support to Enterprise Bankers and branch staff in provision of consistent service quality and risk.
• Manage own leave plan.
• Offer support as per business request.

Risk & Control Objective

• Ensure that all activities and duties are carried out in full compliance with regulatory requirements, Enterprise Wide Risk Management Framework and internal Absa Bank Kenya Plc Policies and Policy Standards. Understand and manage risks and risk events (incidents) relevant to the role.

Requirements

Technical skills / Competencies

• Delivering results and meeting customer expectations.
• Managing relationships
• Personal organization and Self development
• Adaptability
• Team work

Skills required to undertake the role:

• Relationship skills
• Risk skills
• General Corporate skills
• Leadership and team skills
• Product skills

Knowledge of the bank’s products, services and policies required to undertake the role:

The jobholder will be required to have a detailed knowledge of the core set of Business Banking products.

Education

Higher Diplomas: Business, Commerce and Management Studies (Required)

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Director Technology, Research & Knowledge Management at Capital Markets Authority (CMA)

The Capital Markets Authority (CMA) is a statutory agency charged with the responsibility of regulating and developing efficient Capital Markets in Kenya.

DIRECTOR TECHNOLOGY, RESEARCH AND KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT – CMA/DTRKM/01/2021–1 POST

Job Summary

Reporting to the Chief Executive, the Director Technology, Research & Knowledge Management will be responsible for providing oversight, technical leadership and strategic direction to Research, Knowledge Management, Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) functions at the Authority. The successful candidate will serve on a five (5) year contract renewable only ONCE based on performance. The Authority will offer a competitive remuneration package to the successful candidate.

Responsibilities

1. Overseeing development, implementation, monitoring and review of Research, Knowledge Management and Information Communication Technology frameworks’ responsiveness to support the functions and mandate of the Authority;
2. Overseeing, implementing and reviewing appropriate governance strategies to support effective research and analytics;
3. Providing knowledge management thought leadership gained through projects, research, and benchmarking activities from both internal and external opportunities;
4. Overseeing development, implementation, monitoring and review of Research, Knowledge Management and Information Communication Technology frameworks’ responsiveness to support the functions and mandate of the Authority;
5. Overseeing the development and implementation of ICT Strategy, disaster recovery strategy and technology related projects;
6. Overseeing and coordinating execution of knowledge management programs and projects from the planning to the implementation phase to ensure value for money and return on investment;
7. Overseeing the formulation and implementation of the Directorate’s Workplans, Budgets, Procurement Plans in line with the corporate strategy and performance contract obligations;
8. Advising CMA’s senior leadership on emerging information technologies, strategic systems, and integrations in support of the Authority’s strategic objectives;
9. Overseeing the identification and mitigation strategies of the directorate risks in line with the Authority’s Enterprise  Risk Management Framework and ensuring Directorate’s compliance with relevant regulations;
10. Overseeing preparation of management and relevant Board reports for the Directorate and facilitating audit and other compliance related activities within the Directorate;
11. Overseeing business process improvement initiatives within the Directorate and Overseeing compliance of the Directorate with the Authority’s Quality Management System;
12. Planning for the departmental human resource needs and liaising with People and Culture Directorate for implementation.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

1. Bachelor’s Degree in computer science, Project Management, Finance, Economics, or relevant field;
2. Relevant Master’s Degree;
3. Member of professional body in good standing;
4. At least twelve (12) years of work experience
5. At least six (6) years’ experience in senior management level
6. Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks is added advantage

Competencies

1. Integrity and honesty
2. Flexibility
3. Teamwork and collaboration
4. Communication skills
5. Negotiation Skills
6. Analytical Skills
7. Leadership skills
8. Emotional intelligence

Interview Documents Required

1. Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations
2. Ethics and Anti-corruption Clearance Certificate (EACC)
3. Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) Clearance Certificate
4. Current Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority
5. Credit Reference Bureau (CRB) Clearance Certificate

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Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability And Learning Officer at Islamic Relief

Islamic Relief Worldwide is an international humanitarian organisation that provides development programs and humanitarian relief around the globe, regardless of race, political affiliation, gender or belief.

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the MEAL Coordinator, the MEAL officer will be responsible for the capturing, analysing projects data and documenting lessons learnt and best practised to track progress of all the projects being implemented by IRK. Working closely with MEAL team, IRK sector officers and programme/project coordinators/heads, the incumbent will ensure routine monitoring of project activities outputs and outcomes and capturing best practises and lessons learnt. Such actions shall be done as they relate to Islamic relief mandate and the donors interest including proper planning, implementation, monitoring and follow up, good representation and regular reporting system in place in line with IRK monitoring evaluation accountability and learning framework. He/she will also contribute to functioning of IRK complaints and feedback mechanism.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Work closely with programme and MEAL Coordinator to develop monitoring plans for all the assigned IRK projects, orient staff on the same and ensure its eventual implementation.**
2. To ensure proper coordination with sector officers in terms of planning, monitoring, special studies and reporting.**
3. Working together with sector officers, participate in preparation of quality proposals and concept notes to meet the donor requirements.**
4. Assist the sector officers in undertaking assessments and project reviews leading to the designing of new interventions as appropriate.**
5. Assist the sector officers to develop detailed implementation plans (DIPs), budgets and resource requirements to meet planned objectives.**
6. Assist in establishing and maintaining systems to monitor progress of projects and report on the projects based on MEAL tools.**
7. Capture lessons learnt from the implementation of all projects implemented by IRK and prepare a learning log that can be used to improve future programming.**
8. Document as appropriate case studies to reflect project impact for all projects implemented by IRK.**
9. Support collection and management of quality data to facilitate Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning and Accountability of programmes and projects.**
10. Contribute to implementation of IRK feedback and complaints mechanisms. He/She will contribute to completion of IRK monthly complaints and feedback register.**
11. Contribute to capacity of the project team and key stakeholders on Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning, Accountability, and data management **
12. Any other duty, as guided by line manager**

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

1. A University degree in social sciences, statistics, agriculture, development studies/economic, community development, project management or any other related field.
2. Those with professional courses in M&E will have added advantage
3. Minimum of at least 3 years’ experience in a similar position or project management and M&E of community-based project in both emergency and development projects.
4. Vast knowledge and experience in programme management cycle-planning, monitoring, evaluation, documentation/reporting /sharing and learning.
5. Conversant with handling project community complaints and feedback mechanism
6. Highly experienced in proposal developments and review.
7. Ability to work on your own initiative as well as part of a team.
8. Proven analytical skills and ability to think strategically
9. Fluency in English-written and verbal
10. Conversant with Microsoft Office (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
11. Communication, tact and negotiation skills.
12. Vast experience in carrying out community-based needs assessments and surveys
13. Conversant with statistical packages e.g., SPSS and Epi info
14. Experience in use of mobile data collection and support systems such as KOBO, ODK

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Team Leader – Packaging at Diageo

Diageo is the world’s leading premium drinks company, a business built on the principles and foundations laid by the giants of our industry.

Purpose of the Role

• Lead and motivate Tier 1 shift team to take accountability to deliver World Class performance in Safety, Quality, Asset Care, Hygiene, Productivity (Volume and Losses) and controls and morale. This includes ensuring Tier 1 meetings are used to drive objectives
• Drive compliance to Health, Safety and Environment system requirements and reporting at the shop floor in service of zero harm culture
• Ensure that Quality, Food Safety and Hygiene Systems requirements in place are met and drive conformance to internal/Diageo and regulatory standards, and adherence to accreditations and certification standards (ISO, KEBs and DNVGL etc)
• Actively use the EISC tools to drive continuous improvement e.g. RCPS, DMAICs etc.
• Own and drive asset care plans for the shift by delivering preventative and autonomous tasks
• Implement designed controls tasks in all processes from materials receipt, packaging and account for use on the process through reconciliation to account for and control losses
• Ensure resource availability for the shift including but not limited to Materials, beer, glass, people and warehouse space
• Ensure compliance with KRA/KEBs regulatory requirements in the EGMS system through accounting for all stamps/stickers issued for use in process and controlling losses
• The Shift Packaging Manager is responsible for ensuring shift planned Bright Beer Volumes are bottled and meet all the set quality specifications in order to meet the daily, weekly and monthly targets that match the Sales forecast.
• Ensure correct brand cut-offs, filling and all other packaging operations for efficient and timely availability of scheduled beer in the warehouses.
• Manage reconciliation of materials usage and finished goods during change overs to minimise losses and sign of reconciliations relating to the materials returned
• Give priority areas needed for weekly maintenance, supervise breakdowns and planned maintenance giving full consideration of Health, safety and environmental issues. Actively participate in maintenance activities for the line and hold the tension with Asset Care to reduce machine long and short stops
• Implement change management in the deployment of MMS Best Practices
• Run weekly assessments for team members through the performance measurement process to drive accountability and ownership with improvement plans for individuals scoring below set targets
•  Update Teams performances in Tier 2 and drive performance meetings and conversations with teams
• Drive team performance through identification of training needs, development of training plans as well as on job mentoring and coaching
• Manage team annual leaves
• Actively spend 80% of time on shop floor

Entry level requirements – skills and experience

Qualifications:

• Degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering, or Food Science
• Advanced formal training or further education or qualified through experience
  NEBOSH qualification or willing to complete it within 12 months
• Relevant IBD qualification (General Certificate in Spirits/Beer Packaging) or willing to complete within 12 months

Experience:

• At least 3 years’ experience in production management.  Ideally in a shift based FMCG manufacturing environment.
• Ability to manage people performance, coaching and development of a multi-disciplined team, in a unionised set up
• Proactive structured problem evaluation & solving skills learnt through exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, TPM or Manufacturing excellence.
• Experience of working in a challenging quality & customer focused FMCG environment.
• Basic financial awareness, understanding of business drivers, budgeting processes.
• Understanding of driving controls and reconciliation of material inputs and finished goods
• Standard business (MS Office) packages.

Key Accountabilities

Upholding standards through practices

• Own KPI targets across shifts as well as for the line/process through SIC monitoring and tracking.
• Follow leader standard work and ensure all team members follow standard operating procedures.
• Cascade business objectives to the team to drive ownership of the deliverables by the team
• Run the shift operations in compliance to the Diageo COBC
• Input into the weekly planning cycle and Innovation projects
• Interpret requirements e.g. Asset Care, 5S and deploy resources accordingly
• Completely accountable for planning and driving the Asset Care agenda for the shift i.e. AMs and PMs
• Develop team morale, recognise great performance and take timely action to address under performance where necessary
• Deliver annual learning and growth objectives for the team by executing capability assessments for the shift to identify training gaps, hold the team to account through timely and regular performance conversations

Problem solving for performance

• Ensure proper application of RCPS through role modelling and leadership. Raise 5WHYs as defined by agreed trigger points and lead situational problem solving on shift. Follow up on actions raised for 100 year fix
• React ASAP to issues as they manifest. Own Accident reports and non-conforming product
• Engage with the Daily Operational Review meetings to discuss persistent performance issues

Managing Change for continuous improvement

• Manage and build capability of the team through identification of training needs and development of quarterly training plans in conjunction with the Packaging Manager and Capability team
• Influence support functions to support their improvement initiatives; work collaboratively for cross function problem solving
• Create a “high performing team”. Lead the team through defined phases of development. Identify capability needs of the team members and the team.

Excellence in Supply Chain:

• Effectively lead the team in using EISC tools as the default RCPS and continuous improvement program. Should be able to lead a DMAIC successfully.
• Well versed in MMS practices and leads at least one BP (Team work, Focused Improvement etc) effectively
• Ability to work within the Performance Management structure of KPIs and use trends to identify focus areas. Should be able to use the Tier Review Meeting Structure to update and escalate issues as they arise
• Has a proven track record in adherence to Core Process and Standards
• Demonstrates role model behaviour and coaches others to follow a consistent approach and go beyond mandatory minimum requirements
• Proactively leverages the learning curriculums and materials on Diageo My Learning Hub and other sources to continuously grow self and team.

Leadership Capabilities:

• Win through Execution – Lead bold execution in a fast moving world by overcoming challenges to deliver great performance consistently
• Inspire through Purpose – Amplify our purpose within the team externally
• Shape the Future – Create focus and ownership for shaping Diageo’s future ambition
• Invest in Talent – Harness the full extent of Diageo’s talent and diversity

Diversity statement

Celebrating our inclusive and diverse culture is core to Diageo’s purpose of “celebrating life every day everywhere”. This purpose is, in itself, inclusive in nature, as it values everybody irrespective of background, disability, religion, gender identity, sexuality or ethnicity.

We know that for our business to thrive and for Diageo to realize its ambition, we depend on having diverse talent with a range of backgrounds, skills and capabilities in each of the 180 countries in which we operate and to reflect our broad consumer base. We view diversity as one of the key enablers that helps our business to grow and our values, purpose and standards set the conditions for us to respect the unique contribution each person brings.

Flexibility is key to success in our business and many of our staff work flexibly in many different ways, including part-time, compressed hours, flexible location. Please talk to us about what flexibility means to you and don’t let anything stop you from applying

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Senior Reviser, Arabic (Chief of Unit) at United Nations

The United Nations is an intergovernmental organization to promote international co-operation. A replacement for the ineffective League of Nations, the organization was established on 24 October 1945

Under the supervision of the Chief of Section, Language Services and within delegated authority, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:

Responsibilities

• Revises translations and original summary records dealing with subjects of an exceptionally sensitive, complex, or technical nature, while meeting or exceeding required workload standards.
• Translates texts of an exceptionally sensitive, complex, or technical nature, while meeting or exceeding required workload standards.
• Makes full use of standard computer-assisted-translation (CAT) tools and assists the Chief of Translation and Editorial Section (TES) in promoting their utilization and in implementing any related IT tools and improvements.
• Directs the conduct of terminological research within the translation unit.
• Counsels and assists revisers and translators/as required.
• Assists the Chief of TES in the preparation of terminology materials to meet the needs of the Section.
• Performs quality control of contractual translations and monitors quality of all documents processed by the Unit.
• Trains and supervises junior language staff.
• Programmes daily and long-term work of the Unit.
• Assists the Chief of TES in selecting texts for United Nations competitive examinations, in marking candidates’ scripts and in evaluating results.
• Supervises staff within the Unit; this includes performance management.
• May serve as officer-in-charge in the absence of the Chief of TES.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

Competencies

1. PROFESSIONALISM: Ability to demonstrate excellent writing and analytical skills. Ability to maintain the highest standard of accuracy, consistency and faithfulness to the spirit, style and nuances of the original text. Knowledge of terminological and reference research techniques with ability to use all sources of information. Knowledge of a broad range of subjects dealt with by the United Nations or a similar international organization, i.e. political, social, legal, economic, financial, administrative, scientific and technical. Ability to demonstrate the highest level of versatility, judgement and discretion, tact and negotiating skills. Familiarity with the range of issues relating to management of the Translation Services. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
2. LEADERSHIP:
3. Serves as a role model that other people want to follow. Empowers others to translate vision into results. Is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives. Establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support. Anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions. Drives for change and improvement; does not accept the status quo. Shows the courage to take unpopular stands. Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing.
4. PLANNING AND ORGANIZING:
5. Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies. Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required. Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work. Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning. Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary. Uses time efficiently.
6. TEAMWORK:
7. Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others. Places team agenda before personal agenda. Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position. Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
8. JUDGEMENT/DECISION MAKING:
9. Identifies the key issues in a complex situation, and comes to the heart of the problem quickly. Gathers relevant information before making a decision. Considers positive and negative impacts of decisions prior to making them. Takes decisions with an eye to the impact on others and on the Organization. Proposes a course of action or makes a recommendation based on all available information. Checks assumptions against facts. Determines that the actions proposed will satisfy the expressed and underlying needs for the decision. Makes tough decisions when necessary.

Education

A first-level degree from a university or institution of equivalent status is required. Candidates for this position must have passed the relevant combined United Nations Language Competitive Examination for Translators/Précis-writers, Editors, Verbatim Reporters and Copy Preparers/Proofreaders/Production Editors or the relevant United Nations language competitive examinations held before 2017.

Job – Specific Qualification

1. United Nations Language Competitive Examination for Translators/Précis-writers, Editors, Verbatim Reporters and Copy Preparers/Proofreaders/Production Editors is required.

Work Experience

1. A minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in translation, précis- writing, editing, self-revision, verbatim reporting, copy preparing, proofreading, production editing or related area is required.
2. Experience in the use of standard computer-assisted-translation (CAT) tools is required.
3. Eight years working experience within a multilingual setting is required.
4. Managerial experience is desirable.

Languages

• English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written Arabic, which must be the candidate’s main language, is required. Applicants must also have knowledge of English as tested by the relevant United Nations language competitive examination. Knowledge of one other official United Nations language as tested by the relevant United Nations language competitive examination is desirable.

NOTE: “fluency equals a rating of “fluent” in all four areas (read, write, speak, understand) and ” Knowledge of” equals a rating of ” confident” in two of the four areas.

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified applicants may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by a competency-based interview.

Special Notice

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

Staff members of the United Nations Secretariat must fulfill the lateral move requirements to be eligible to apply for this vacancy. Staff members are requested to indicate all qualifying lateral moves in their Personal History Profile (PHP) and cover letter.

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