PwC Senior Consultant and Consultant, People and Change Jobs - Kenya

Recruitment of a Senior Consultant and Consultant, People and Change

PricewaterhouseCoopers provides industry-focused assurance, tax and advisory services to build public trust and enhance value for clients and their stakeholders.

The PricewaterhouseCoopers network in Africa has member firms in over 30 countries with over 7,360 professional staff. We have the largest footprint of all the professional services firms on the African continent. We are proud that all our firms are locally-owned and that we are committed to the development and prosperity of the African people and economies.

In Kenya, our local capability comprises over 350 professionals who are able to combine their in-depth understanding of local business, social, cultural and economic issues with their deep functional and industry knowledge.

We are seeking to strengthen our Advisory Consulting services by recruiting and training highly motivated individuals for the positions of Senior Consultant and Consultant in our People and Change Division.

The job holders will play a role in our Reward Consultancy practice.

The jobholders will be responsible for the management and delivery of reward management consultancy assignments and will play a critical role in business development. They will also be required to take responsibility for project management and economics.

The successful candidates will be numerate, analytical individuals with demonstrable experience in surveys and survey methodologies, general reward management, job evaluation, job profiling and pay structuring.

The ideal candidates will have at least 5 and 2 years of relevant demonstrable experience for the Senior Consultant and Consultant positions respectively. Consultancy experience will be an added advantage.

We are looking for candidates who hold University Degrees from a recognised institution. A post graduate or relevant professional qualification in human resources is preferred but not essential.

The successful candidates will also be required to have the following demonstrable skills and competencies:

• Analytical and numerate skills coupled with attention to detail;
• Customer focused;
• Results driven and achievement orientated, with the ability to work under significant pressure;
• Excellent presentation and communication skills (written & oral);
• A team player with sound interpersonal skills;
• Self-motivated and managed;
• Project management skills; and
• High level of computer literacy.

If you believe you fit the required profiles, please email your applications in confidence to recruitment.ke@ke.pwc.com by close of business Friday 15 September 2011 .

Please provide your curriculum vitae containing details of your qualifications, experience, present position, current and expected remuneration as well as copies of professional/academic
certificates.

Include day and evening telephone numbers, e-mail address, names and addresses of three references.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Phoenix Publishers Ltd was incorporated in Kenya in 1987 and is owned by a broad base of local shareholders.

The Company is the leading supplier of children’s readers in Kenya and the Eastern Africa region.

It also publishes general books and textbooks.

It has firm linkages with several leading publishers in the rest of East Africa.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Board the C.E.O. will be responsible for continuously initiating, reviewing, coordinating, managing and implementing the strategies and operations of the Company to increase sales and profits and add value for the benefit of the stakeholders.

The Person

We are looking for a self-driven team leader of high integrity who is creative, a good communicator and motivator capable of achieving set goals.

He/She will have had a first degree ¡n Publishing, Education, Literature, Language or a Social Science - an M.B.A. will be an added advantage.

He/She will have had at least 5 years experience in a senior management position preferably in the Publishing or Education field and will be familiar with the educational environment and the book trade ¡n Eastern Africa.

Remuneration

This will be negotiated with the selected person.



Qualified candidates should apply in both hard and soft copy, enclosing their C.V. and copies of certificates and other relevant documents, to reach the address below on or before September 16th 2011.

The Secretary to the Board
Phoenix Publishers Ltd
P.O. Box 18650-00500
Nairobi

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) - Kampala, Uganda

Our client, Nakasero Hospital Limited (“NHL”) opened its doors in 2009; with its main objective being the provision of quality medical care and to fill a gap which was created by the lack of adequate medical facilities in the country.

NHL is now looking to recruit a Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO will be responsible for the provision of visionary leadership and direction and ensuring that the hospital’s mandate and policies are implemented fully and effectively, in line with the hospital’s strategic plan.

The CEO will be based in Kampala, Uganda.

Key responsibilities:

• Overseeing the development and timely implementation of the mission, strategic and business plans as well as driving performance and innovation;
• Overseeing the fiscal operations and spearheading community service while ensuring financial viability;
• Overseeing timely negotiation, achievement and reporting of the performance contract objectives as well as the preparation and submission of operation plans and budgets;
• Overseeing adequate deployment of its human resources as well as its facilities, equipment, supplies etc;
• Ensuring compliance with regulations governing hospitals and the rules of accrediting bodies;
• Representing the hospital in legal matters with support from the legal function; and
• Anticipating problems and the timely and effective resolution of any disruptions, while ensuring safety in all hospital operations.

The ideal candidate will have an understanding and appreciation of the culture and environment associated with managing a complex service organisation in a competitive, turbulent market-driven atmosphere, including building relationships with Health Maintenance Organisations (HMOs).

Evidence of the ability to interact, relate to, work with and support the activities of dynamic physicians, highly qualified staff and Board members is desirable.

We are looking for a candidate who holds a Master’s Degree in hospital administration or public health administration with a Bachelors Degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration or other related field from a recognized university.

The candidate must have at least ten years experience, five of which must be at a senior level in a large organisation. Training in Strategic Leadership and Health Systems Management (HSM), from a recognized institution, will be an added advantage.

You can access the detailed job profile on www.nakaserohospital.com

If you believe you fit the required profile, please send your applications in confidence to the address below by Friday 16 September 2011 . Send your curriculum vitae (by post or email) containing details of your qualifications, experience, present position, current and expected remuneration as well as copies of professional/academic certificates.

Include day and evening telephone numbers, e-mail address, names and addresses of three references to:

The People and Change Division
PricewaterhouseCoopers Limited, 1 Colville Street
P 0 Box 8053 Kampala, Uganda
E-mail: hr. s@ug.pwc. com

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

World Vision - Somalia

World vision Somalia an international Christian Relief and Development organization, working to promote the wellbeing of all people – especially children, wishes to invite applications from highly competent dynamic, self driven and results oriented candidates to fill the following vacancies in the organization.

Design Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator

Successful candidate will be expected to contribute towards DME and report on WVS Programme / Projects covering health, nutrition, livelihood, water and sanitation, education, advocacy and humanitarian emergency affairs.

Support in setting up and utilization of the DM&E frame aligned to Learning through Evaluation, Accountability and Planning/Integrated planning model.

Major Responsibilities

• Support in setting up and utilization of the Design, Monitoring and Evaluation frame work aligned to LEAP/IPM.
• Support project and program monitoring to ensure WVS and partner policies and standards are adhered to.
• Build capacity of staff in participatory methodologies/community engagement process using LEAP/IPM guidelines.
• Support projects and programs evaluations, reflections and scaling up of best practices

Qualifications

• Degree in Social Sciences
• Practical experience in Monitoring and Evaluation and Program management essential
• At least three years experience managing people and programs in an INGO context
• High level expert in results based management, logical framework and organizational development
• A community trainer and capacity builder in the area of DM&E.
• Proficient in computer soft wares such as EPI info, SPSS, micro-soft office
• Ability to operate in a cross-cultural environment.
• Possess good communication and inter-personal skills.
• Pro-active, creative, and possess excellent analytical skills
• Compatible with WV Christian Ethos

Food Security and Livelihood Program Officer

Successful candidate will be expected to contribute towards DME and reporting in food security projects, technical backstopping and developing strategic partnerships with donors, CBOs, INGOs towards the ultimate goal of enhancing sustainable livelihood security and resiliency among vulnerable communities in Somalia

Major Responsibilities

• Provide technical backstopping in programme/project design, monitoring, evaluation and reporting.
• Build capacity of staff and communities, in PRA, range management, Learning through evaluation and accountability in programming, DM&E and Disaster Risk Reduction.
• Implement and document Rangeland Management and Disaster Risk Reduction
• Participate in information sharing and donor relations.

Qualifications

• Degree in Social Sciences
• At least three years experience range management
• Ability to operate in a cross-cultural environment.
• Possess good communication and inter-personal skills.
• Pro-active, creative, and possess excellent analytical skills
• Compatible with WV Christian Ethos

People and Culture Officer 

Candidate will be responsible for overall talent management and organizational development.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop innovative and highly effective talent management programs and processes to improve the depth and diverseness of leadership talent
• Provide proficient guidance on all phases of talent management such as succession management, assessment, talent pipelines, selection processes etc.
• In collaboration with heads of departments and people and culture department, develop and execute an incorporated approach to development, learning and talent management
• Work with managers to assess development needs, performance gaps analysis, design and lead programs that build people management and leadership skills and capabilities.
• Continuously assess the existing leadership, management and technical skills across the organization and ensure alignment with organizational strategy.
• Manage and report on capacity building funds.
• Establish and manage staff development resource center.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Education.
• Professional training in HRM added advantage
• At least three year work experience in talent management
• Good interpersonal skills, adaptability and flexibility
• Communication skills are essential in both written and oral form
• Proficient in micro soft office, lotus notes, and power point
• Passionate about people development with ability to coach and facilitate
• Ability to develop and maintain highly effective relationships
• Compatible with WV Christian Ethos

People and Culture Assistant

Successful candidate will be responsible for administering and implementing staff benefits and compensation in alignment with existing organizational policies.

Maintain accurate records of payroll, medical, insurance, statutory deductions, leave administration and any other relevant information pertaining to employees

Major responsibilities

• Process payroll ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements
• Handle medical, insurance and gratuity schemes
• In collaboration with staff Welfare committee implement staff welfare activities as per policy
• Provide administrative support within the department
• Participate and contribute to the on going process of improving the efficiency and effectiveness of operations within the department

Qualifications

• A university degree in Human Resource Management
• At least three years work experience in Human Resource department
• Must be keen on details with good analytical skills
• Must have a good understanding of Kenya Labor laws
• Must have thorough knowledge of office systems, including computer applications.
• Ability to operate in a cross-cultural environment.
• Possess good communication and inter-personal skills.
• Proficient in micro soft office, lotus notes, and power point
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Compatible with WV Christian Ethos.

Commodities Tracking System Officer 
Successful candidate will gather, collate, analyze, and package information for a variety of internal and external stakeholders concerning WVS’s implementation.

The incumbent will provide guidance and technical supervision to field CTS Assistants.

Major responsibilities

• Ensure a Commodities Tracking System is in place, functional and provide monthly reports of all food and non-food aid programming following agreed reporting protocol.
• Ensure Health Monitoring Information System (HMIS) tracking system is in place, and provides monthly reports on health interventions to all internal and external stakeholders, including the health cluster and UNICEF.
• Collate Gift in Kind (GIK) and procurement data, analyze and package information to share with internal and external stakeholders.
• Collate, analyze and package information regarding the status of on-going projects for internal decision makers and external audiences.

Qualifications

• Degree in Social Sciences or related field.
• Must have three years experience in relief commodity management
• Must be willing to work in difficult relief settings
• Must have knowledge of Microsoft office packages (spreadsheets and word processors)
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Compatible with WV Christian Ethos

Deputy Operations Coordinator

Successful candidate will assist the Operations Director to provide operational leadership and management direction needed to successfully promote child focused, relief and rehabilitative programming.

Major Responsibilities

• With guidance from the Program Design Unit, ensure proposals are implement on-time, on target and within budget.
• Support the integration of cross cutting themes through the establishment of systems and processes across all World Vision Somalia operational areas.
• In collaboration with Area managers, ensure that procurement, staffing and capacity building needs of field teams are addressed by support services on a timely and effective manner.
• Support Area and Project managers meet compliance criteria for Quality Assurance, Support Services and People and Culture.
• Collate regional budget requirements and package for decision makers and external audiences
• Take a lead role in the implementation of action plans meant to expand current geographic and programming scope of World Vision Somalia.

Qualifications

• Degree in Social Sciences or equivalent field
• At least three years work experience in humanitarian industry. Fragile state experience added advantage
• Design, monitoring and evaluation skills essential
• Ability to coordinate program implementation critical
• Demonstrate well developed interpersonal skill
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to contribute to team building environment
• Compatible with WV Christian Ethos

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their detailed CV together with names and address of three referees, to the address below.

All applications must be received by 9th September 2011.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

People and Culture Manager,
World Vision Somalia
P.O Box 56527-00200
Nairobi - Kenya
E-mail: recruitsomo@wvi.org