Career Opportunities at Hiview International Company (October, 2019 Recommended Jobs)

Hiview International Company’s core business is to source and import wide range high quality commodities from Asia and distributed to clients on agreed terms.

Our main products include: Motor vehicle tires, Safety items (reflective vests and safety shoes), and consumer goods, among others.

Hiview International Company is seeking a high energy, dynamic and competitive professionals with strong business acumen to join the team.

Our ideal candidate is someone who is ready to take control of their career with a firm dedicated to nurturing individual and professional growth of its team members.

Cashier

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND
• Location Nairobi
• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit

Reference Number: Hi/HR/2019/09/01

Reporting to: Accountant

Responsibilities:

• Support the finance department in collection of payments and reconciliation of accounts.
• Creating procedures and policies that ensure timely payments while maintaining a high level of customer retention.
• Monitoring debtor balances to ensure a reduction in debtors DSO (Days sales outstanding)
• Ensuring credit and collection policies and procedures are followed within your team.
• Liaising with customers, as well as internal personnel including the sales team
• Receive payments (Cash, Cheque, RTGS or Paybill) and verifying the amount received with that on the receipts
• Updating and reconciliations of daily cash payments.
• Processing refunds and claims
• Providing customer service to clients on accounting issues.
• Being a key point of contact for other departments on financial and accounting matters.
• Keep proper record on petty cash administration & reconciliations.
• Manage accounting operations based on accounting principles by ensuring that the vouchers entered in the system are in the right account.
• Maintain, regulate and properly store all finance documents and sensitive information in their custody well.
• Keep and file proper records on receipts and payments.

Minimum Requirements

• CPA part 2 i.e. section 4. A diploma or a degree in a finance related field will be an added advantage
• Prior experience in Credit Control & Management
• Computer literate
• High level of integrity
• Strong communication and customer care skills
• Ability to handle transactions accurately and responsibly
• Must have the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Maintains strict confidentiality in all matters.

 

Sales Executive (Textiles)

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationFirst School Leaving Certificate (FSLC)
• Location Nairobi
• Job Field Sales / Marketing

Reference Number: Hi/HR/2019/09/02

Reporting to: Business Development Assistant

Responsibilities:

The Sales Executive is responsible for meeting business targets that are set during development of the business and marketing plans.

Additional responsibilities for this position include:

• Textile knowledge
• Assist designers and clients with product decisions
• Responsible for developing existing customer relationships, growing the business and looking for new sales opportunities.
• Open business development dialogs with strategic customers with a particular interest to build a few large strategic accounts.
• Deliver superior client and customer service with unmatched professionalism in written and verbal communications.
• Identifying new territories and markets
• Maintains relationships with clients by providing support, information and guidance.
• Gather market intelligence and insights to recommend development of new products & determine new opportunities by analyzing business needs.
• Maintain a pulse on the buyers buying patterns and financial condition.
• Responsible for all aspects of Fabric Marketing for the Hiview brand.
• Create sales plan for the brand’s products and ensure implementation of all marketing initiatives.
• Prepare reports and help management in planning and forecasting activities.
• Responsible for sales budgeting, sales reporting (feedback) and sales performance against targets.
• Other projects and responsibilities may be added at the manager’s discretion

Minimum Requirements:

• Diploma in Sales and Marketing or textile related courses. A degree in Sales or related field is an added advantage.
• Significant experience in sales (Textile) and a proven ability to develop and maintain relationships.
• MUST possess knowledge of fabric e.g. linen, cotton, TC poplin, Polyester et. al & all textile processes.
• Good insight into the textile industry and general business trends.
• Creative thinking in developing, designing, or creating new application and ideas.
• Proven track record of meeting/exceeding both individual and team sales targets.
• Possess solid presentation and communication skills.
• Market research and Sales management experience with a record of sales growth
• Must be highly organized and able to manage your own schedules
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to prospect new business leads, establish and maintain excellent customer relationships, identify and resolve customers concerns.
• Excellent contact with Buyers
• Experience in managing large / Key accounts.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet targets

 

Sales Executive (FMCGs) – 2 positions

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationFirst School Leaving Certificate (FSLC)
• Experience3 years
• Location Nairobi
• Job Field Sales / Marketing

Reference Number: Hi/HR/2019/09/03

Reporting to: Business Development Assistant

Responsibilities:

The Sales Executive is responsible for meeting business targets that are set during development of the business and marketing plans.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Generate sales leads and proactively initiate and engage sales calls to new prospects
• Assist in designing and executing strategies built towards developing new business.
• Open business development dialogs with strategic customers with a particular interest to build a few large strategic accounts.
• Deliver superior client and customer service with unmatched professionalism in written and verbal communications.
• Other projects and responsibilities may be added at the manager’s discretion

Minimum Requirements:

• Diploma in Sales and Marketing. Degree in Sales is an added advantage.
• At least 3 years’ experience selling FMCGs
• Must be fluent in both verbal and written English.
• Strong client relationship management and development aptitude with a desire to make a contribution to a growing organization.
• Possess solid presentation and communication skills.
• Market research and Sales management experience with a record of sales growth
• Ability to work independently.

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Internship Opportunities at Kenya Law Reform Commission – 6 Positions

The Kenya Law Reform Commission (the Commission) is established by the Kenya Law Reform Commission Act, No. 19 of 2013 (the Act). Presidential assent was given on 14 January 2013 and the Act came into force on 25th January 2013. The Commission has a statutory and ongoing role of reviewing all the law of Kenya to ensure that it is modernized, relevant and harmonized with the Constitution of Kenya. Following the promulgation of the Constitution in 2010, the Commission has an additional mandate of preparing new legislation to give effect to the Constitution. The third mandate is found in the County Governments Act, No. 17 of 2012 which requires the Commission to assist the county governments in the development of their laws. This is also a requirement found in the Act.

The Act grants the Commission a body corporate status and the necessary autonomy to enable it discharge its mandate as envisaged under the Act. The Commission is wholly funded by the Government but welcomes support from its partners.

Legal Internship – 6 positions

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

The internship programme will offer opportunities for the interns to acquire and develop valuable technical and professional skills while gaining requisite work experience. The programme is also aimed at inculcating in the interns values and principles of public service.

Responsibilities

• Completing duties mutually agreed upon and assigned by the supervisors;
• Documenting relevant skills acquired in their areas of deployment; and
• Actively participating in activities designed for purposes of mentorship.

Qualifications

• Be a Kenyan citizen aged between 20 and 34 years;
• Have graduated with a Bachelors Degree in Law (LL.B) from a University recognized in Kenya; and
• Have a Post Graduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law.

Skills

• Fluency in verbal and written English and Kiswahili;
• Be proficient in computer skills;
• Willingness to accept feedback to improve individual performance on the job;
• Strong inter-personal skills and ability to maintain high professional relationship with colleagues;

Monthly stipend: As offered by the Kenya Law Reform Commission Kshs. 15,000.

Terms of service: Twelve (12) months Internship Programme

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Ongoing Recruitment at Commission on Revenue Allocation (October, 2019 Recommended Jobs)

The Commission on Revenue Allocation (CRA), is an independent Commission set up under Article 215 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010. Its core mandate is to recommend the basis for equitable sharing of revenues raised nationally between the national and the county governments, and among the county governments.

Monitoring & Evaluation Officer

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND   MBA/MSc/MA
• Experience5 years
• Location Nairobi
• Job Field Research / Data Analysis

To ensure that the Commission on Revenue Allocation has effective monitoring and evaluation mechanism of it’s activities and programs in line with the Commission’s mandate. It should also provide accountability and ensuring success from start to finish.

Responsibilities

• Developing an effective Monitoring and Evaluation policy, creating a framework and procedures for project activities.
• Define and implement the key project performance indicators (KPI) as well as monitor them throughout the duration of the project.
• Analyze changes and patterns in KPI indicator data and performance reports in order to make recommendations to the Team.
• Assist the Research Team in clarifying project information requirements.
• Support Teams on ways to properly document, organize and capture the progress of the program.
• Review performance of existing management information systems to help identify potential modifications or resources.
• Recommend tools and strategies to increase program performance and results.
• Implement and participate in Program and Project progress evaluation, survey and follow up in order to advise and recommend tools and strategies to increase performance and results.
• Document lessons learned on programs and activities in the Commission.
• To develop, promote and adhere to best practice and to agreed systems and procedures in monitoring and evaluation; and
• To undertake other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences, Information Systems, Project Management
• A Master’s degree will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge of Computer applications such as excel and word;
• Member of relevant professional body.

Experience, Knowledge And Skill Requirements

• A minimum of five (5) years working experience in Monitoring and Evaluation.
• He/she must be a person of integrity, demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills, honesty and attention to detail;
• Demonstrated ability to achieve high performance goals and meets datelines in a fast-paced environment;
• Assertive, result oriented and able to work under pressure;

 

Library Assistant

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND
• Experience3 years
• Location Nairobi
• Job Field Administration / Secretarial

The Library Assistant will report to the Manager Research and be in charge of developing and implementing effective Library Management systems, programs and activities and oversee the Commission’s Resource Centre/Library.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, coordinate and implement comprehensive knowledge management initiatives, strategies and conduct needs assessment and baseline surveys to determine the information needs of various players.
• Test modern Resource Centre products and services for effectiveness, quality and responsiveness to the Commission’s needs e.g. the audio-visual equipment.
• Create avenues for exchange of information, converting data into valuable information and ensuring its accessibility and usage.
• Maximize creation, discovery and dissemination of information within the Commission.
• Assess information needs, develop strategies to meet those needs, identify and obtaining required resources and ensuring accessibility of these resources to the staff, management and stakeholders.
• Perform a variety of clerical duties, including processing and maintaining library media, entering records and files, books and related reference materials.
• Serve as a key contact for data requests by responding to queries and assisting clients in accessing information tools and resources.
• Help conduct periodic inventories of book collection, materials, software, journals and equipment and participate in ordering and maintaining supplies and equipment.
• Conduct programs and oversee training for staff and clients in use of information tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information science/library science, or related discipline.
• Working knowledge of educational media and technology including the internet and its utilization for electronic learning and basic appreciation of modern trends in library and Information Science and Proficiency in MS office suite and excel
• Membership to a relevant professional body.

Experience, Knowledge And Skill Requirements

• At least three (3) years’ experience in a busy organization in library or resource centre.
• He/she must be a person of integrity, demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills and be a team player.

 

Director Research and Knowledge Management

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationPhD/Fellowship
• Experience4 – 10 years
• Location Nairobi
• Job Field Administration / Secretarial

Reporting to the Commission Secretary/CEO, the job holder will be responsible for driving independent research to continually build and update the stock of knowledge needed by the Commission’s directorates responsible for implementing its constitutional mandate as envisioned in the CRA Act.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure preparation and execution of annual research program of the Commission. Research Programs shall have clear links with the Commission’s broader mandate and be synchronized such that research outputs are ready on time for realization of other mandates.
• Develop suites of modelling for policy simulation and forecasting, design, preparation and dissemination of analytical economic work and reporting including, macroeconomic modelling and forecasting.
• Offer support to the CRA team by contributing to policy notes, studies and reports on a wide range of issues and specifically on fiscal policies, tax spending, equity, natural resource revenue management, economic diversification, productivity and fiscal decentralization.
• Oversee the preparation of the Directorate’s budget and implementation of the financial plan for inclusion in the Commission’s budgetary cycle.
• Champion the development of internal capacity within the Commission for collection or acquisition and management of data bases relevant for discourse on devolution and fiscal decentralization. 6. Seek out, establish and nurture the Commissions participation in relevant local, regional and global research network.
• Propose and manage the Commissions round of technical presentations.
• Propose and implement production of periodic publications such as journals, articles and policy briefs that are instrumental in growing and consolidating the Commission’s profile within the devolution space.
• Prepare Commission papers on topical issues, analytical findings as may be required from time to time.
• Provide leadership and management of the Research Team of the Commission.

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• A PhD in either Economics or Statistics from a recognized University.

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• At least five (5) years’ post PhD experience in a reputable organization, preferably in a research role.
• At least ten (10) years of work experience and five (5) of which should be in a supervisory role.
• At least five (5) publications and or book chapters.
• Demonstrated track record in producing user friendly written outputs.
• A good understanding of econometrics and ability to use standard econometrics software to conduct research and modeling such as STATA/SPSS, RATS and CATS.
• Knowledge and experience in development arena – Ability to understand policy making process, distil operationally relevant recommendations for stakeholders.
• Policy Dialogue Skills: Ability to identify assess and engage policy issues and play an active role in dialogue with a broad range of stakeholders.
• Lead and innovate – Develops innovative solutions, to entrench devolution.
• Demonstrable ability to build cohesive teams and to achieve goals through teamwork and be a person of integrity.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, presentation and facilitation skills and result oriented and ability to work under pressure.

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INTERN – ICT Participatory-Habitat Initiative for Latin America Countries at UN-Habitat

The United Nations Human Settlements Programme, UN-Habitat, is the agency for human settlements. It is mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities with the goal of providing adequate shelter for all.

The UN-Habitat ICT Participatory-Habitat Initiative for Latin America Countries internship is for 6 months.

The Internship is UNPAID and full-time.

Interns work five days per week (35 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to which they are assigned.

Responsibilities

Daily responsibilities will depend on the individual’s background; the intern’s assigned office as well as the internship period.

Under the supervision of the UEFB focal point, the intern will be supporting the ICT strategy for the Participatory-Budgeting that UEFB is developing. The intern will be expected to carry out the following tasks:
– Support on the design and implement web applications using Ruby on Rails
– Manage the application database using postgress SQL.
– Integration of user-facing elements with server side logic.
– Identify bottlenecks and bugs, and support devising solutions to these problems.
– Maintain code quality, organization and automation.
– Assist in project documentation.

Competencies

Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively. Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately. Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication. Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Teamwork: 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.

Client orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view. Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect. Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions. Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems. Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects. Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

Education

Applicants must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements:
a. Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher).
b. Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent).
c. Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one-year period of graduation.

Be computer literate in standard software applications.

Have demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter.

Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.

Preferred area of study:
Bachelor’s degree is required and a master’s degree is strongly preferred in the field of Computer Sciences and Communication Studies.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this internship, fluency in English and Spanish is required. Knowledge of another UN language is desirable.

Assessment

Potential candidates will be contacted by hiring manager directly for further consideration.

Special Notice

Your application for this internship must include:
1. A Completed application (Personal History Profile) and Cover Note, through the UN careers Portal. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

The Cover Note must include:
– Title of the degree you are currently pursuing
– Graduation Date
– IT skills and programmes you are proficient in
– Explain why you are the best candidate for this specific internship

Explain your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme, ensure to include all past work experience (if any).

2. Proof of enrollment from current University (if not graduated).

3. A copy of degree certificate (if you have already graduated).

Due to a high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted.

United Nations Considerations

According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment.

Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.

The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.

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Communications Officer (Editor) at International Finance Corporation

Do you want to build a career that is truly worthwhile? The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. Working with more than 2,000 businesses worldwide, we use our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities in the toughest areas of the world. Visit www.ifc.org.

IFC’s Partnerships, Communications and Outreach Vice Presidency manages multilateral engagement and communications – both internal and external – across IFC. The Vice Presidency is responsible for content creation, branding, reputational risk management, relationships with shareholders in Western Europe and Japan, fundraising, and multilateral engagement.   

The Global Business Partners unit (CGB) coordinates the communications network across the regions where IFC operates. The network’s objectives include supporting IFC’s operations, strengthening IFC’s brand, and communicating its development impact to internal and external clients to demonstrate that IFC is the premier development institution focused on the private sector. The network promotes IFC’s thought leadership and a better understanding of the key role of the private sector in development. The network also helps manage reputational risks around IFC’s regional investments and policies. CGB is currently searching for a Communications Officer to focus on regional communications initiatives in the Africa and Middle East region. 

Role and Responsibilities:

The Communications Officer will work in the Global Business Partners (CGB) Unit under the supervision of the Regional Communications Lead for Africa and the Middle East (AFR/MENA). His/her accountability is to be the main focal point for digital and print communications work across AFR/MENA to support the operations of the Regional Vice President (RVP), the Africa and Middle -East based Regional and Industry Directors, and other members of the AFR/MENA Regional Management and operational teams. He/she has overall responsibility for creating high-quality digital content for IFC online communication channels and external partner channels and for developing print products that highlight and promote IFC’s work across AFR/MENA.  

The Communications Officer will articulate compelling narratives on the development impact of IFC’s operations in AFR/MENA by working closely with IFC investment and advisory teams, regional strategists and economists, as well as with clients in the private and public sector. Under the supervision of the Regional Communications Lead for Africa and the Middle East, the Communications Officer will engage with country officers and investment and advisory teams, Regional Directors, Industry Directors, Regional Managers and other operational staff/management to conceptualize, write and/or commission high-quality content for use in editorial campaigns.

He/she will work closely with other Communications Officers in IFC’s Partnerships, Communications and Outreach Vice Presidency, operational departments, as well as with the corresponding World Bank teams in the region.

Specific responsibilities include, among others:

• Proactively develop creative and engaging feature and human-interest stories, op-eds, blogs, profiles, tweets, and other materials for internal and external publication.
• With guidance from the Regional Communications Lead, develop a digital communication strategy to support IFC’s operational targets in AFR/MENA.
• In close collaboration with the wider AFR/MENA regional communications team, develop a pipeline of blog posts and op-eds to support IFC AFR/MENA communication strategy and coordinate blog posting, including on IFC, WB and partner platforms.
• Work closely with the Campaigns and Content team to identify AFR/MENA stories and projects that support the Creating Markets and other corporate campaigns and work with the team to develop high-quality editorial and multimedia content.
• Develop and implement online campaigns to target key audiences, and measure success in achieving them, including integrating social media and other audience engagement tools where relevant.
• Develop editorial strategies to promote IFC thought leadership pieces.
• Develop content for and curate the monthly AFR/MENA internal newsletter.
• Supervise any social media consultant hired to maintain AFR/MENA’s social media channels.
• Review and monitor AFR/MENA’s digital properties for quality and timeliness, as well as for compliance with WBG editorial standards.

In addition to his/her editorial duties, the Communications Officer will support the wider regional communications team by taking on the following responsibilities as needed:

• In cooperation with industry and advisory teams, draft talking points for the RVP, Regional Directors and Industry Directors.
• Increase IFC’s presence in AFR/MENA in media and foster a better understanding of IFC’s work in AFR/MENA through developing media contacts and promoting newsworthy content and narratives in local, regional, international publications and digital platforms. 
•  Promote IFC’s brand externally by working closely with the Campaigns and Content and External Relations teams on key projects that demonstrate IFC’s development impact in AFR/MENA and beyond. 
• Work under the supervision of the Regional Communications Lead for Africa and the Middle East to monitor and evaluate reputational risks, including those identified via digital channels.

The Communications Officer will be based in Nairobi, Kenya. 

Selection Criteria

• Master’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Political Science, International Relations, Public Affairs, Marketing, Business/Finance with five or more years’ experience in corporate communications, international relations, public affairs, political science, or other related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience. In addition, a degree in Business Administration and/or working experience in Investment Operations will be valued.    
• State-of-the art knowledge in the field of strategic communications, and ability to address a range of issues related to a business group, including taking the lead on highly visible and sensitive assignments.  
• Highly developed verbal and written communications skills, ability to convey complex messages succinctly and diplomatically. 
• Demonstrates an in-depth understanding of target audiences, highly effective writing style, and expertise in high-impact messaging to global audiences. 
• Crafts strategic, high-level company positioning in the market, and has a strong understanding of reputational risk and branding.  
• Has excellent working knowledge of digital media, including social media platforms and processes – particularly Facebook and Twitter – with experience in creating and sharing digital content.
• Shows sensitivity when delivering politically sensitive communication to large group/public forums and/or strategic parties.
• Effectively counsels /coaches team members, senior management in their delivery of messages to a variety of constituents, even on challenging topics. 
• Anticipates problems and opportunities; with potential problems, surfaces contributing factors and resolves them before there is negative impact.  
• Coaches others in selecting and using appropriate problem-solving methods. 
• Can proactively advise management on the implications and risks for IFC operations when choosing between certain communication strategies. Creates highly effective strategic vision and has sound judgement.
• Experience in working closely with senior leaders on communications and in dealing with media. 
• Proven ability to operate effectively in a multicultural environment. 
• Operational experience in Africa and the Middle East and knowledge of private sector development a prerequisite. 
• Understanding of multilateral development banks, including the World Bank Group, its policies and operations a plus, as well as basic understanding of current development topics and issues.
• Fluency in written and spoken English required.
• Fluency in written and spoken French desired.
  

WBG Core Competencies for all staff: Client orientation; Drive for results; Teamwork of collaboration and inclusion; Knowledge, Learning and communication; and Business judgment and analytical decision-making.

Poverty has no borders. Neither does excellence. This is why we continually search for qualified individuals with diverse backgrounds from around the globe. We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. 

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Cash and Trade Procurement Analyst at Citi

Support the digitization processes in the department with a view to transform ASO in line with the global outlook.

• Signer database update in support of CitiDirect BE Digital Onboarding (2DO) process for Kenya
• Responsible for providing maintenance solutions for customer needs.
• Direct liaison and provide support to customers on account maintenance and account opening documentation queries.
• Handling of customer calls to advise customers on various account related queries.
• Timely resolution of queries raised to ASU and logging of the queries into STaRS for tracking.
• Initiation and participation in departmental projects that involve process improvement initiatives.
• Perform quality assurance review every month for all the accounts opened and publish review findings. Track any issues noted for closure/regularization.
• Perform quality MCA review in the absence of the departmental head and track any issues noted for closure.
• Provide support to other departments to ensure that customers’ exceptions are not only met but exceeded.

• Minimum- University Degree
• Intermediate understanding of all O&T departments
• Intermediate Computer Skills

Exceptional candidates who do not meet these criteria may be considered for the role provided they have the necessary skills and experience.

Valuing Diversity:

Demonstrates an appreciation of a diverse workforce. Appreciates differences in style or perspective and uses differences to add value to decisions or actions and organisational success.

 

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Product Development Engineer at BURN Manufacturing

BURN is currently seeking a mission driven experienced candidate as a Product Development Engineer in our factory in Ruiru, Kenya.

Responsibilities Include

• Conceptual and detailed design of clean burning cookstoves and accessories for East Africa
• Research and developing manufacturing processes including designing tools to bring the product into production
• Fabrication of prototypes, including sheet metal forming, 3d printing and others
• Testing concepts and prototypes in the lab and field

Must Have

• Mechanical engineering, product development, or industrial design background
• Good command of CAD software, documentation skills
• Practical working experience
• Familiarity with basic tool shop equipment and tools, such as drill press, mill, lathe, etc.

Ideal Candidate

• Mechanical aptitude, understanding of process development
• Experience in tooling, jigs and fixtures design
• Works well in team setting
• Goal oriented
• Preference for experience with CNC, sheet metal, production environments, or process development

Location and Duration:

Ruiru, Kenya to begin in Q1 2020 or earlier. Compensation is commensurate with experience.

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