Nuru International Impact Programmes Manager Job in in Isibania, Migori County, Kenya

Nuru International Kenya

Impact Programmes Manager

Isibania, Kuria West District, Migori County

Summary:

The Impact Programmes Manager (IPM) supervises all of the development programmes that Nuru Kenya implements – what we term our impact programmes. 

These include activities in the agriculture, economic development (savings and loans), healthcare, education and social marketing sectors. 

With their departmental managers, this position collaboratively develops and implements all goals, budgets, strategies and operating plans. 

Nuru Kenya is a multi-sector holistic development model, and this position is to be focused on increasing the effectiveness of each impact programme, while also realizing efficiencies/synergies across the programme departments. 

Essential Job Functions:

• Management: Directly supervises up to six full time employees (and others as needed/assigned); carries out responsibilities in accordance with office policy and applicable laws.  Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performances; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints; and resolving problems.
• Strategic: Directly responsible for overseeing the continuous improvement of each Impact Programme, as well as to ensuring an increasing realization of efficiencies through our holistic approach to rural development. Manages the impact programmes towards strategic goals and milestones, and sits with the Strategic Leadership Team to advise on large, organizational decisions. The effectiveness and efficiency of the impact programmes is the IPM’s primary responsibility.
• Collaboratively sets and oversees departmental goals, milestones, etc. with each impact programme.
• Collaboratively sets and oversees the administration of all impact programme policies and procedures and has oversight responsibility for all personnel matters including hiring, salary, and disciplinary decisions in consultation with HR Manager.
• Conducts regular staff meetings. Provides consistent guidance and feedback for all supervised employees.
• Becomes Nuru Kenya’s Impact Programmes expert, acquiring detailed knowledge about all sectors of NK’s interventions.
• Approves strategies and work plan changes as needed. Advises and sets goals for programmes as necessary to meet strategic targets.
• Acts as the Impact Programme’s principal liaison with Senior Nuru Kenya and Nuru International management.
• Maintains a good working relationship with all staff and endeavors to build a servant leadership culture on the team.
• Plans and manages stakeholder / funder visits, tours, sessions, etc.
• Oversees the Impact Programmes’ respective budgets, supporting departmental managers in budget management.
• Assists each programme as needed in busy times, or in addressing any crises.
• Accepts performance-based criticism and direction.
• Works well under pressure and handles stress.
• Meets attendance requirements as established by supervisor.
• Works a flexible schedule including long hours, evenings and weekends as needed in busy seasons.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience:

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in related field.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in project management in at least 2 of the relevant sectors, 3+ preferred (Education, Agriculture, Microfinance/Economic Development, and Healthcare). [Candidates with exceptionally strong experience in only one sector, along with exceptionally strong management credentials evidenced elsewhere, may be considered in lieu of this requirement.]
• Experience managing an annual budget of at least 200,000 USD.

Skills And Knowledge Required:

• Ability to perform essential job functions above.
• Thorough knowledge of project planning, budgeting, financial management and HR processes and procedures as practiced in the NGO sector.
• An understanding of the theories of development and its various approaches.
• A demonstrated commitment to servant leadership and a service-focused career.
• Provides necessary organization, supervisory leadership, and motivation to manage an efficient, holistic development approach.
• Ability to build and maintain a good working relationship with the Board, Nuru Kenya staff, Nuru International staff, and stakeholders (including community and government).
• Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with others.
• Temperament to communicate with a variety of personalities in a tactful, pleasant, and professional manner. Ability to communicate clearly across cultures necessary.
• Ability to creatively problem solve in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills – both English and Kiswahili.
• Knowledge of and proficiency in commonly used IT/ office computer applications, such as MS Office, email (Gmail), google calendar, Skype, etc.

Working Conditions:

Appointed place of work is at the Nuru Kenya Regional Training Center in Isibania, Migori County.

Work is performed both in an office environment as well as in the field. 

Some work is also expected from the computer at home during evenings and weekends during busier seasons.

Travel in remote, rural areas is a regular expectation, using local transport options.

Reports to the Executive Director.

Remuneration:

Commensurate with demonstrated skills and experience.

Twice-annual performance evaluations will be conducted by your supervisor. 

After a three-month probationary period, at such times you will be eligible for performance-based salary increments.

Email: IPMjobs@nuru.co.ke

STANLIB Property Investment Manager Job in Kenya

Property Investment Manager

Reporting to the Chief Investment Officer, the Property Investment Manager shall be responsible for creating and overseeing asset management strategies for investment properties owned by STANLIB’s clients; and will also be engaged ¡n assisting in driving STANLIB’s real estate agenda and strategy across East Africa. 

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Actively lead engagements with clients in their property investment activities in East Africa.
• Maximise returns for real estate assets under management through the analysis of property efficiencies and identifying opportunities for 1m proved performance.
• Work closely with various property service providers and consultants to provide direction and oversight of business plans and asset strategies for the properties.
• Negotiate third party contracts.
• Create and maintain appropriate property performance evaluation metrics and reports.
• Evaluate the suitability of existing and proposed client property investments.
• Generation and maintenance of property investment proposals and deal pipeline and presentation of the same to clients.
• Provide pre-acquisition input in the due diligence process including review of financial and operating assumptions; model full life cycle financial analysis for each asset from acqusition to disposal; and manage the integration of assets post acquisition.
• Oversee the asset disposal process.
• Actively assist in leading and driving various forums and initiatives aimed at shaping STAN LIB’s real estate investment strategy in East Africa.
• Carry out property market research and analysis across the larger Eastern African region.
• Lead and drive engagements with relevant regulators and real estate professionals for purposes of product design, development and compliance.

Qualifications and Competencies:
 

The ideal candidate should possess the following academic and professional qualifications and experience:

• An undergraduate degree in Building Economics, Land Economics, Architecture, Property Management, Valuation or any other property related discipline from a recognized university; postgraduate qualifications in a relevant discipline will be an added advantage.
• Professional registration with a recognized professional body/regulator.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in commercial real estate analysis/management; experience in property management/leasing/project management is desirable.
• A thorough understanding of the East African property market dynamics and trends.
• Solid analytical and organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
• Proactive thinking with detail-oriented and creative problem solving approach.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in modelling property investments in Excel and/or Argus.
• Excellent verbal communication skills and report writing skills including proficiency in MS Word and PowerPoint.
• Involvement in the management or development of pensions and insurance property assets will be an added advantage.

Tel: +254 020 326 8508
 

Email: sinvestments@stanbic.com

AGRA Call for Baseline Study Proposals

SAIOMA: Call for Baseline Study Proposals

Introduction
 

The Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) mission is to trigger a uniquely African Green Revolution that transforms agriculture into a highly productive, efficient, competitive and sustainable system to assure food security and lift millions out of poverty. 

The main goals of AGRA by 2020 are to: 

i) Reduce food insecurity by 50 percent in at least 20 countries 

ii) Double the incomes of 20 million smallholder families and 

iii) Put at least 15 countries on track towards attaining and sustaining a uniquely African Green Revolution.

Project Purpose
 

Strengthening Agricultural Input and Output Markets in Africa (SAIOMA) is a Global Development Alliance (GDA) between AGRA, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation designed to reduce poverty and hunger in line with the US Government’s Feed the Future initiative. 

The ultimate goal of SAIOMA is to promote inclusive agriculture sector growth in Kenya, Malawi and Zambia by the end of 2015. 

The primary beneficiaries for this program are rural smallholder farmers, most of whom are women.
 

AGRA presently invites proposals from firms or individuals (“the consultant”) to conduct a baseline study for SAIOMA in each target country, namely: Kenya, Zambia, and Malawi.
 

Objectives of the study
 

The aim of the study is to provide an analysis describing the situation prior to SAIOMA’s intervention, against which progress will be assessed. 

This will enable AGRA and USAID evaluate the extent to which its objectives have been achieved. 

A number of possible outcome indicators have been set. Some of these are quantitative while others are related to the more qualitative objectives of SAIOMA with respect to practices and behavior change. 

The baseline study therefore will provide benchmark data against which attainments can be evaluated especially in respect to the set indicators while identifying the role of other players in the sector. 

A country specific SAIOMA indicator table will be provided for your reference.

Scope of Work

• Design a comprehensive baseline study for SAIOMA and methodologies, giving special emphasis to the participation of the country’s SAIOMA consortium team members;
• Develop data collection techniques, formats and guidelines with SAIOMA consortium team members;
• Conduct the comprehensive baseline study utilizing the tools and methods developed;
• Compile, analyze and validate the data collected for the baseline study and produce an analytical report;

Duration of assignment
 

The exact timeframe for this assignment will be negotiated in line with the proposal submitted by the successful consultant firm. 

The methodology proposed by the consultant for this assignment will to some extent influence the duration of the assignment. 

It is envisaged that the baseline study could be completed within a period of not more than 60 consulting days.
 

Submission of proposal
 

Proposals shall be submitted in two parts, i.e. Technical and Financial. The technical proposal should include the firm’s profile detailing the relevant experience, CVs of the proposed team members and the methodology to be used.
 

The financial proposal should indicate a detailed budget and the total cost of the study including taxes.
 

Interested consultants are requested to write to the following email address: saiomaproject@agra.org by 8 July 2013 (5p  Kenya time), in order to receive the full terms of reference. 

Please indicate the target country of your application and submit your full proposals to the same email address by 5 pm, Kenya time on 18 July 2013.

Elgeyo / Marakwet County Government Legal Advisor, Public Relations Officer and Information Communication System Manager Jobs in Kenya

Republic of Kenya
 

Office of The Governor
 

County Government of Elgeyo / Marakwet
Pursuant to the constitution of Kenya (2010) and the County Government Act No.17 of 2012, the County Government of Elgeyo / Marakwet invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the following vacant positions:
 

1. Legal Advisor 

(1 Post)
 

Requirement for Appointment

• Be a Kenyan Citizen
• Be a holder of at least a first degree in law from a recognized university in Kenya.
• Have knowledge, experience and a distinguished career of not less than ten years as a legal practitioner
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Providing legal advice to the Governor.
• Representing the Governor on civil matters as need arises.
• Keeping abreast of legal and policy developments.
• Providing legal support to the Governor including briefs on legislation as well as preparing amendments where appropriate.
• Identifying strategic priority areas that require Law Reforms.
• Undertaking legal research.

Remuneration:

• Salary Scale: KSh.138, 501-195,000 p.m
• House Allowance: Ksh.20, 000p.m
• Commuter Allowance Ksh: 16,000 p.m
• Terms of Service: Contract

2. Public Relations Officer 

(1 Post)
 

Requirement for Appointment

• Be a Kenyan Citizen
• Be a holder of at least a Bachelor Degree in any of the following disciplines: Mass Communication, Public Relations, Corporate Communication Studies, Media Studies/Sciences from a recognized university in Kenya.
• Have knowledge, experience and a distinguished career of not less than five years in Public Communication; and
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Development and distribution of Press Releases and other materials to the media.
• Coordinating and organizing press teams for prompt and effective coverage of the Governor’s functions
• Drafting speeches and talking notes for the Governor; and
• Any other duties as May be assigned.

Remuneration:

• Salary Scale: KSh.48, 190 -65,290 p.m
• House Allowance: Ksh.17, 000p.m
• Commuter Allowance Ksh: 8,000 p.m
• Terms of Service: Contract

3. Information Communication System Manager

(1 Post)
 

Requirement for Appointment

• Be a Kenyan Citizen.
• Be a holder of at least a Bachelor Degree in Computer Science or any other ICT related disciplines from a recognized university in Kenya.
• A Masters Degree in Computer Science or any other ICT related disciplines from a recognized university in Kenya.
• Demonstrated professional ability, initiative and competence in organizing and directing work; and
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution

Duties and Responsibilities

• Developing and managing Information Technology policies and programmes within the County.
• Planning, developing and implementing the IS budget.
• Researching and installing new systems, benchmarking state-of- the-art practices and adhering to legal regulations including software licensing laws.
• Providing strategic operating systems and hardware direction for the County
• Sustaining information systems results by defining, delivering, and supporting systems and   auditing application of systems
• Enhancing information systems results by identifying information systems technology opportunities and developing application strategies
• Maintaining staff by facilitating recruiting, selecting, orienting and training employees; and
• Accomplishing information systems staff results by communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results, coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees, initiating, coordinating, and enforcing systems, policies and procedures.

Note: Possession of relevant professional qualifications in ICT such as Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Information System Analyst (CISA), Microsoft Certified Database Administrator (MCDBA), Microsoft Certified Information Technology Professional (MCITP), or Cisco, Certified Network Administrator (CCNA) shall be an added Advantage.
 

Remuneration:

• Salary Scale: ksh.138, 501-195,000 p.m
• House Allowance: Ksh.20, 000p.m
• Commuter Allowance Ksh: 16,000 p.m
• Terms of Service: Contract

Note: Candidates wishing to apply for the above positions should seek clearance from the following agencies:

• Kenya Revenue Authority
• Higher Education Loans Board
• Ethics and Anti-corruption Commission
• Criminal Investigation Department

Copies of these clearances MUST be attached to the applications.
 

How to Apply
 

All applications should submit their applications together with copies of their detailed Curriculum Vitae, academic and professional certificates, testimonials, National Identity Card or Passport, and other relevant supporting documents.
 

The positions applied for should be indicated on top of the envelope.
 

Applications should be submitted to:
 

Secretary
County Public Service Board
P.O. Box 220-30700
Iten
 

Email: emcounty2013@gmail.com
 

All applications should reach this office on or before 31st July, 2013.