Economic Strengthening Senior Program Officer (ES SPO)

TITLE: ECONOMIC STRENGTHENING SENIOR PROGRAM OFFICER,

About Us:

Global Communities, established in 1952, is an international non-profit organization that works closely with communities worldwide to bring about sustainable changes that improve the lives and livelihoods of the vulnerable. We envision a world where everyone has the freedom, means and ability to live and prosper with dignity. 

About the Opportunity:  

Global Communities seeks a Economic Strengthening Senior Program Officer (ES SPO), reporting directly to the Deputy Chief of Party/ Economic Strengthening Technical Director, to support the Improved Services for Vulnerable Populations (ISVP) Program funded by USAID through PEPFAR.

Position Description:

The ES SPO for will provide technical leadership on the program’s economic strengthening interventions. S/he is expected to have a strong background in saving groups approach and youth focused initiatives including economic opportunities.  S/he will play a key role in supporting the integration of a variety of other services and support within the program to reduce the economic vulnerability of families

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Lead implementation of Economic Strengthening interventions through the development of work plans, technical reports, oversight of implementing partners, training field staff and offering support supervision.
• Provide training and technical assistance to support the implementation of the program resiliency model, with a particular focus on household and youth-focused interventions.
• Maintain active dialogue with local authorities, local organizations, and a wide range of service providers to foster collaboration, build capacity for quality service delivery, and solicit feedback to make regular improvements.
• Contribute to the development of monitoring and evaluation tools to measure the impact of Economic Strengthening interventions on the beneficiaries.
• Assist and mentor local partners to strengthen technical knowledge, skills, and capacity.
• Develop excellent working relationships with diverse stakeholders and comprehensive knowledge of other development programs and services to promote synergies.
• Monitor research findings, policy guidance, and innovative approaches focused upon strengthening the continuum of response across the ages and stages and apply these lessons in the program.
• Produce and disseminate program briefs, abstracts, and other publications to showcase program lessons, and results to contribute to the wider sector knowledge and
• Ensure activity implementation achieves planned results, document developmental impacts and resolve any implementation issues in an efficient and professional manner.

Minimum Requirements:

Applicants for this position must demonstrate capacity to deliver results, and a strong commitment to professional ethics and integrity.  In addition, they must meet the following requirements:

• Be a Rwandan national

Education: 

• A Bachelor’s degree in Rural Development, Economics, Management, Development Studies, or other related discipline. Masters’ Degree preferred

Required Skills and Experience

• Minimum of three years’ experience implementing family-centered programming for orphans and vulnerable children– preferably in USAID/PEPFAR programs.
• Experience implementing, and managing economic strengthening initiatives at community level
• Experience developing, organizing and facilitating workshops and training sessions. Familiar with adult learning principles/techniques
• Demonstrated ability to establish and sustain professional relationships with civil society organizations and local government to promote learning and synergies.
• Excellent communication skills, with demonstrated experience in communicating to diverse stakeholders, including government officials at district, sector, and cell levels.
• Excellent computer skills, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Outlook.

Language capabilities:

• Fluency in oral and written English and Kinyarwanda is required.

Note: this position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed in this position. It is not intended as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

How to Apply

Interested applicants are requested to read and complete very carefully the following application form:

http://surveys.jobinrwanda.com/index.php?sid=72375&newtest=Y&lang=en

Candidates are requested to apply for only one position.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Global Communities is a member of the Network of International NGOs

(NINGO)/ Rwanda

Several Finalist and Fresh Graduate Career Opportunities - Assistant Assurance Jobs at Ernst & Young (EY)

Job Title:  Assistant 1 Assurance - KAM00016 (Fresher Finalist Career Opportunities)

Organisation: Ernst & Young (EY)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

About EY:

Ernst & Young (known as EY) is a multinational professional services firm headquartered in London, United Kingdom. It was the third largest professional services firm in the world by aggregated revenue in 2012 and is one of the "Big Four" accounting firms. The organization operates as a network of member firms which are separate legal entities in individual countries. It has 175,000 employees and more than 700 offices in over 150 countries. It provides assurance (including financial audit), tax, consulting and advisory services to companies. The firm dates back to 1849 with the founding of Harding & Pullein in England. The current firm was formed by a merger of Ernst & Whinney and Arthur Young & Co. in 1989.It was known as Ernst & Young until 2013, when it underwent a rebranding.

Job Summary: The Assistant 1 Assurance will serve as a Junior Auditor who will work on various audit engagements in different industry sectors in which Ernst & Young is acknowledged as a market leader, specifically: financial services, energy and utilities, oil and gas, telecommunications, industrial products, automotive, retail and consumer products, real estate, etc.

Key Duties and Responsibilities: 

• The Assistant Assurance candidates will be working in a team will interact with the client in order to collect all the necessary data/information, set-up and maintain audit files, prepare leads, etc.
• Possess a positive attitude and demonstrate willingness to learn
• Work constructively with team

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

• The ideal Ernst and Young will hold a good first class or a good Second Class Upper Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Statistics, Actuarial or any Science Degree from a recognized university.
• Professional full or Part qualification in ACCA or CPA is an added advantage
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (other language is a plus);
• Computer literacy skills i.e. Proficient IT skills (Word, Excel, Power Point);
• Self-motivated, positive attitude
• Willingness to learn
• Keen eye for detail with a commitment to high quality and accuracy
• High desire to exceed expectations
• Interest in the different fields of assurance
• Computer literacy skills i.e. User level IT (Microsoft Office) knowledge
• Must be a Ugandan Citizen

How to Apply:

All those interested in working with Ernst and Young should apply via their website by visiting the web link below

Click Here

Economist Job Advertisement

Economist Jobs in Kenya

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) is a State Corporation established under the Energy Act 2006.;

The Commission is mandated as the energy sector regulatory agency responsible for economic and technical regulation of Electric Power, Renewable Energy and Downstream Petroleum sub-sectors.;

To achieve this mandate the Commission is seeking to recruit suitably qualified, experienced, result oriented and highly motivated individuals to fill the following position:

Economist, Electricity
(ERC/EE/02.09 Job Grade 7)

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Economic Regulation, the position holder will obtain and analyze economic data; and evaluate the impact of energy policies and regulations.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in the design and review of electricity tariffs and tariff structures;
• Participate in the preparation of the Least Cost Power Development Plan;
• Participate in the review and updating of renewable energy projects;
• Assist in the computation of petroleum pump prices and petroleum price surveillance;
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of the sub-sector utilities; and
• Undertake research and policy analysis and prepare position papers and reports.

Qualification, Experience and skills

• A Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Econometrics, Energy Economics or equivalent from a recognized university.
• A Master’s degree in Energy Economics, Economics, Econometrics or equivalent.
• At least five (5) years relevant experience.
• Good understanding of the energy sector and particularly electric power subsector.
• Excellent analytical, report writing and interpersonal skills.
• Proven competency in computer literacy.

How to Apply
If you believe you are the right candidate and can clearly demonstrate your ability to meet the criteria set above, please submit your application not later than 5:00pm on 21st March 2014 attaching a copy of clearance certificate from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB), copies of your education and professional certificates, national identity card, a detailed CV stating your current employer, position held, current and expected salary, e-mail, telephone contacts among other information.;

The reference number of the position applied for should be clearly written on the envelope and application should be sent or delivered to:

International Development Partners (EA) LTD.Block B2,
Haven Court Waiyaki Way
Opposite Lions Place Westlands
P.O Box 11826 – 00100
Nairobi

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted. ERC is an equal opportunity employer and female applicants and persons with disability who possess the required qualifications are encouraged to apply.

Project Coordinator, ACT Health - Uganda Jobs

Organization: Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

About IPA:

Innovations for Poverty Action (IPA), is an international non-profit research organization. Based in New Haven, CT, with offices in Washington, D.C. and worldwide, IPA works with development partners and academic researchers to create and evaluate approaches to solving development problems, to communicate “what works” in development and to scale up successful projects in a variety of fields, including health, education, microfinance, governance and agriculture.

About ACT Health Project:

The Accountability Can Transform Health (ACT Health) project will be jointly implemented with GOAL Uganda. The goal of the project is to improve health outcomes in rural Uganda by improving the delivery of health services through a novel accountability and transparency intervention. The Principal Investigator for this project is Dan Posner (UCLA).

Job Summary: The Project Coordinator will work closely with academic researchers and other field staff to perform a variety of tasks including, but not limited to: overseeing several other project staff, designing survey questionnaires, conducting qualitative research, running pilot exercise, refining study design and surveying instruments, managing survey teams, checking and analyzing data, cleaning data and assisting in preliminary analysis, assisting in the writing of project reports and policy memos, coordinating with local partners running the programs being evaluated, and supporting outreach to policymakers in country..

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The applicant should possess a Master's degree in economics, political science, social sciences, public policy, or related fields.
• Training in development economics.
• Several years of relevant work experience.
• Prior work or volunteer experience in development in developing countries a plus.
• Experience working with local government, especially in developing countries is also a plus.
• Experience living and conducting field research in a developing country is a strong plus.
• Excellent management and organizational skills along with strong quantitative skills.
• The ability to present positions and to negotiate with senior officials.
• Fluency and excellent communication skills in English.
• Flexibility, self-motivation, the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently as a team player.
• Demonstrated ability to manage high-level relationships with partner organizations.
• Knowledge of Stata (strongly preferred), SAS, or other data analysis software.
• Familiarity with randomized controlled trials.

How to Apply:

Please follow the application instructions below.  Any applications or CVs submitted outside this process will not be considered.  Note, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview. Applicants will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Complete the J-PAL/IPA common application. Please select the position(s) you are interested in applying for on the 'Submit Application' page. Include two letters of recommendation, statement of purpose (cover letter), CV, and transcripts. We will consider your application even if you are unable to obtain reference letters before the deadline, but please be advised that we will be requiring them should you be invited for an interview.

IPA is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer.

All persons shall have the opportunity to be considered for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

IPA will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact us at jobs@poverty-action.org.

Deadline:  15^th February, 2014

Solar Liaison Officer - Uganda Job

Organisation: Total Uganda         

Duty Station: Nwoya District, Uganda

Reports to: Head of Social Affairs and the Social Investment Coordinator

About Us:

Our Client, Total seeks to recruit a highly motivated and competent candidate to fill the position above. As an Energy provider, TOTAL is developing worldwide the access to solar lamps system for low income populations not connected to the grid.  This job involves establishing a solar energy business in the districts of Nebbi, Nwoya and Buliisa. Other districts of implementation be Masindi and Kiryandongo. The job holder will be involved in developing and growing different business segments with the aim of selling solar lamps in an area that has no Total petrol station.

Job Summary: The Solar Liaison Officer will primarily oversee the development of the Total Access to Solar project in block 1.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Initiates sales process by building relationships; assessing potential markets; scheduling appointments with different business segments in block 1.
• Participate in various events within the block that promote the solar products.
• Develop sales of solar products by making initial presentation and explaining product details to a range stakeholders.
• Establish, develop and maintain business relationships with current customers and prospective customers in block 1 to generate new business for solar products
• Provide the Total management with oral and written reports on customer needs, problems, interests, competitive activities, and potential for new products on a weekly basis.
• Develop after sales services well as product recycling programmes as part of the supply value chain in the targeted area for the solar business.
• Manage the solar inventory within the store in the camp and prepare periodic reconciliations.
• Investigate and develop specific business opportunities for low income populations in the target districts.
• Perform any other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The applicant should possess a University degree in Economics, business administration, Project management.
• At least four to five years’ experience in sales prospecting, negotiating, and closing experience.
• Ability to maintain good relations with a wide range of local stakeholders, Microfinance Institutions, NGOs, business community, local authorities and local communities among others
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Possess high levels of integrity in contacting business
• Exhibit commitment to team environment and to being a strong team player.
• Adapt to frequent travel within the region
• Excellent Computer skills (Word, Excel and power point).
• Good report writing and analytical skills
• Fluent in Alur , Acholi, Runyakitara and Lugungu
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

How to Apply:

All suitably qualified candidates should visit the web link below and create a profile on the NFT Consult website by entering their e-mail addresses

Please visit web link below and click Apply now if convinced you have the job requirements

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Monitoring & Evaluation Officer Jobs in Kenya

Monitoring & Evaluation Officer Jobs in Kenya: Plan is an international humanitarian child centered community development organization, without religious, political or government affiliation.

Plan is committed to protecting and promoting child rights and to improving the lives and futures of vulnerable children, their families and communities through a child-centered community development approach. Plan International Inc.

Kenya is seeking to recruit for the position Monitoring & Evaluation Officer based at the Country office Nairobi on a 2 year contract.

The post holder will report to the Country M&E Manager of Plan International Inc. Kenya.

Purpose of the Job and Key Responsibilities:

The purpose of the role is to ensure that M&E data is used to reflect on the projects performance and is used to inform project design and improvements where necessary.

The M&E Officer will also be responsible for ensuring that the M&E Framework of the PPA project is adhered to.

The position holder will support quality and effective program design by ensuring that project implementation incorporates key monitoring information and learning.

The position holder will drive learning, innovation and program accountability and will work together with the Project Manager for PPA to ensure quality and timely reporting in line with the grant document.

The focus of the role will be on data collection, analysis, documentation, effective reporting and knowledge management in line with the donor requirement.

Educational Qualification, Knowledge & Experience:

Minimum of a University Degree in Social Science.

A Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences, Economics, Rural Development or any other related field from a recognized university.

At least 3 years practical work experience in monitoring & evaluation

Working knowledge of word processing spreadsheets, data entry and analysis packages and databases (Microsoft Packages, SPSS, Epi-Info)

Sound experience in participatory research methodologies, both quantitative and qualitative

Experience of building the capacity of others around M&E

Commitment to international development and children’s rights
Skills specific to the post:

Able to analyse M&E data and use this to reflect on whether the projects is meeting its aims.

Ability to work with other PPA staff to edit the programme where necessary to increase programmatic outcomes.

Demonstrable professional maturity and able to work independently

Good interpersonal skills for team working

Good written and verbal communication skills

Ability to meet deadlines in multiple tasking environments

Plan Kenya is a development organization uniting people to advance the rights of all children. Accordingly, employment is subject to our child protection standards including appropriate background checks and adherence to our Child Protection Policy.
How to apply:
If you meet the requirements of the above position, please visit;Monitoring & Evaluation Officer Jobs in Kenya to access the full job description and make an online application.
The closing date of applications is 15 January, 2014.

UAP Graduate Trainees Jobs Kenya

UAP Holdings Limited is a pan-African Financial Services Group with interests in Insurance, Investment Management, Property Development and Investments, Securities Brokerage and Financial Advisory.

Currently, UAP Group has twelve (12) businesses operating in Kenya, Uganda, South Sudan, Rwanda, Tanzania and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

In order to execute its ambitious growth strategy UAP group is looking to hire high-caliber graduates who are willing to make an early impact in their careers and have the potential to grow into management positions within the Group.

Our preferred candidates will:

Have graduated in the year 2012 or 2013 with a minimum Second Class Honors Degree (Upper Division)/GPA of 3.5 in the following disciplines: Business Administration, B.Com, B.Ed., BSc. Actuarial Science, Computer Science/Information Technology, Law, Medicine, Engineering, Mathematics, Economics or any other business related degree

Have attained a mean grade of B+ and above in KCSE or its equivalent

Knowledge of French would be an added advantage
The Graduate Trainees will follow an 18-month long program in which they are rotated to different areas within a business unit or corporate function to perform specific tasks and responsibilities.
The rotation is aimed at providing the breadth of experience and exposure to help them determine their preferred career path within UAP
Competencies

Very good numerical & analytical skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

A good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word & Power point
UAP is an equal opportunity employer and offers successful candidates an attractive reward and benefits package, professional working environment and excellent career prospects.
Interested candidates are requested to apply through the following link:
UAP Graduate Trainees Jobs Kenya, by 25 January 2014, quoting the position in the subject of the application.
This is a re-advertisement and previous applicants who are still interested can reapply.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

Investor Relations Expert Jobs in Kenya

Scope of Work: The Investor Relations Expert will work to source corporate sponsors, potential impact investors and will work with the grantees to become investment ready.

The position will be based in Nairobi, Kenya.

Requirements:

Minimum of 10 years’ working at the cutting edge of development

Strong working knowledge of the private sector

Experience working with corporate sponsors and investors

Experience working with venture capital, private equity or impact investors

Strong local network of private sector and business leaders, development experts, mentors, investors, development programs and NGOs, etc.

Experience working with woman and girls in the development world

Proven experience developing and managing networks of local and international organisations from the public, private and third sectors

Excellent communication skills, including strong presentation and facilitation skills

Fluency in English (both written and oral) and fluency the primary language of the country of work is essential

Experience working in sub-Saharan Africa and/or South and South East Asia is highly desirable
Education: Advanced Degree in Economics, Finance or Business or other related field preferred
Anticipated Project Start Date: April 2014
Project Duration: Four to five years
Project Location: Nairobi, Kenya, with occasional travel*Please note that all profiles are indicative only and therefore subject to change.
How to Apply: Investor Relations Expert Jobs in Kenya

Research Manager

Principal Responsibilities

Achieving the agreed monthly & annual business targets

Ensuring operating systems are adhered to in execution of all projects

Client relationship management including prospecting, brief taking, proposal preparing, field and analysis briefing and overseeing and report presentation

Ensuring the completion of the necessary documentation on approval of proposal to facilitate proper and early commissioning and payment of projects

Overseeing the execution of research projects to ensure timely and accurate execution of all parts of the projects

Regular follow up with key client contacts on existing and potential research projects

Developing and growing the team of people working with you, by motivating, training, appraising and guiding them

Collecting the final payment and getting client feedback on research projects

Any other task that may be assigned by the Research Director or Managing Director from time to time
Person Specification

Education Qualification and Training

Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, statistics, commerce, economics or any other related field

Post graduate Marketing Diploma

A Master’s Degree in Social Sciences or in Business studies will be an added advantage
Knowledge and Skills

Good analytical skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Team building and team leadership skills

Good organisation

Good mentoring skills

Good computer skills

Excellent communication skills
Experience: At least 5 years’ experience in Marketing, Brand Management, Advertising or Market Research in a reputable company

Interested candidates are invited to send an application letter, CVs and copies of relevant certificates (including KCSE certificate) to careers@ciafrica.com to be received on or before Friday, 31st January 2014.

BAT Management Trainee Jobs Kenya

Are you a graduate with the drive, energy and eagerness to learn

We are looking for Management Trainees in the following fields; Marketing, Finance, Operations- Leaf & Quality Assurance, and Corporate & Regulatory Affairs.

Our fast track programme provides graduates with an understanding of all areas of the business, offering you:

• A dedicated coach and mentor throughout the programme to support and guide your development,
• Focused development of your leadership and functional capabilities,
• Functionally based positions with exposure to different projects,
• Cross functional project management experience,
• Work in an environment supported by the latest technology.

Essential Requirements

• A University graduate with a degree in either of the following fields:

Finance: Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Arts Economics. A Finance/Accounting professional qualification will be an added advantagee,

CORA: Bachelors of Laws, Public or International Relations or Communication,

Leaf: Bachelor of Science in Agronomy, Horticulture or Agroforestry,

Engineering: Bachelor of Science in Analytical Chemistry or Chemical Engineering,

Marketing: Bachelor of Commerce (Applicant must be eligible to work in Democratic Republic of Congo or Uganda).

The Candidate must have a Second Class Honours, Upper Division and above.

This is an equivalent of a minimum of an aggregate GPA of 3.30.

Desirable Requirements

• Demonstrate entrepreneurial and leadership potential,
• Have strong communication skills,
• Demonstrate the ability to work in a team and handle pressure,
• Strong drive for learning and self-development

For further Information and to apply;- www.bat.com

Applications close on 14th February 2014

This is what some of our Current & EX Management Trainees have to say about the programme;

"As a new MT recruit, my experience has been very fulfilling. The BAT culture is great and enables you to grow in all aspects" – Andrew Gikandi, MT Marketing

"eye-opening, very growth-oriented and an all-round experience. With a great learning principle and support structures, the program has brought the best out of me, giving me an 'all-round-business-manager' way of thinking and I would never have wished for a better way to start a career" - Billy Tsuma, MT CORA

"Rich culture, extensive exposure platforms with a strong support system. I feel enriched by the expansive knowledge & skills I have acquired through interacting with world class people and culture." – Emmanuel Omale Marketing Finance Manager, East & Central Africa (Former MT, FinanceBritish American Tobacco is an equal opportunity employer.

Monitoring and Evaluation Officer Jobs Kenya

Monitoring and Evaluation Officer Jobs Kenya: Required Experience

Masters Degree in Statistics, Agricultural Economics or other related fields

Minimum three years experience with participatory monitoring and evaluation which may include designing and conducting survey exercises, data collection (key stakeholder interviews, focus groups, surveys, and secondary data analysis techniques) and data management

Experience in private sector, economic and/or agricultural donor-funded projects

Demonstrable experience in performing statistical analysis and interpreting results correctly

Excellent command of computers and statistical software. Ability to manipulate large data sets.

Ability to work independently and to take initiative

Service-oriented attitude towards work-- providing positive and timely feedback to colleagues and staff of partner institutions

Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, including the ability to present materials in meetings and at conferences and to write project documents (including evaluation design plans, results frameworks, data collection and data analysis plans, and progress reports)

Proficiency in additional languages spoken in Eastern and Southern Africa is highly desirable
For detailed job description and application materials - Monitoring and Evaluation Officer Jobs Kenya