Data Analyst Job in Kenya

Vacancy: Data Analyst

Skills Requirement

1. Advanced knowledge in VBE

2. Advanced knowledge in VBA

3. Advanced knowledge in SQL

4. Web programming language

They should posses three years progressive experience as a data analyst/retail Auditor. 
Plus they should be able to work under pressure/meet set deadlines.

Applications should be sent to recruitment.tnsea@tnsglobal.com

Post being applied for MUST be included on the subject line.

MSH Project Director, Deputy Project Director, Senior Monitoring & Evaluation Advisor and Senior Financial Analyst Jobs in Nairobi Kenya

Management Sciences for Health (MSH) is a nonprofit international health organization composed of nearly 2500 people from more than 74 nationalities working in 47 countries. Our mission is to save lives and improve the health of the world’s poorest and most vulnerable people by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health. Together with our partners, we are helping managers and leaders in developing countries to create stronger management systems that improve health services for the greatest health impact.
MSH is recruiting for senior-level managers and technical experts for an anticipated procurement to strengthen the capacity of the Government of Kenya (GOK) to manage a high performing, sustainable, public-health-oriented laboratory service system. 
The goal of the project is to improve Kenya’s capacity in stewardship, technical guidance, and oversight to implement country-owned and-led quality integrated laboratory services.
All positions are based in Nairobi, Kenya, and are subject to project award and funding.
 The Project Director provides strategic, managerial, financial, technical leadership and oversight for the project. S/he is the official representative of MSH from the project and maintains all communication with appropriate donor officials, project partners, and local stakeholders to ensure adequate coordination of laboratory technical assistance.
 Qualifications: The ideal candidate should possess a minimum of a Master’s level education or higher in international public health, biomedical science or equivalent related field; a minimum of ten (10) years’ experience in management positions, implementing programs of similar size and scope in international health; a minimum of four (4) years management experience on USG or other donor funded programs supporting strengthening of national laboratory systems in developing countries, preferably with experience in Africa. Additionally, the ideal candidate should possess strong knowledge and technical skills in the following key areas: laboratory leadership, management and governance; development and implementation of national laboratory policies, strategic plans, standards, guidelines, standard operating procedures and capacity building materials; laboratory information systems; laboratory equipment and supply management; quality systems and accreditation; infrastructure development; networking and referral systems; and biosafety.
Deputy Project Director / Technical Director The Technical Director /Deputy Project Director leads, directs, mentors and monitors the team of local technical staff carrying out approved activities to strengthen laboratory systems and services in Kenya in order to support and improve HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria programs.
 Qualifications: The ideal candidate should possess a medical or science degree, plus a higher qualification (Doctorate or Master’s level education) in clinical pathology, microbiology, international public health or related field. Training as a Clinical Pathologist, Laboratory Scientist or Public Health professional is essential, with at least eight (8) years’ experience at a senior level in managing clinical and public health laboratory projects.
Senior Monitoring & Evaluation Advisor The Senior M&E Advisor is a core member of the project management team and is responsible for leading the development and implementation of a plan to monitor project performance and progress, assess the impact of the project activities on health service delivery, disease control and public health and reporting and dissemination of results.
 Qualifications: The ideal candidate should possess a Master’s degree, or higher, in public health, demography, epidemiology, program evaluation or equivalent. A minimum of five (5) years’ work experience at a senior level in the M&E field with development projects in international organizations, essential. Experience with PEPFAR or other US Government development programs is preferred.The Senior Financial Analyst performs analysis and provides management support for the assigned portfolio of projects, under the direction of the Project Director. To this end, he or she develops routine and ad hoc reports for appropriate project senior staff to ensure the regular flow of relevant and accurate financial information for decision making.
 Qualifications: The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or business management with at least CPA Part II and four (4) to six (6) years’ of professional experience in financial analysis and management (or Master’s degree plus two (2) to four (4) years’ of professional experience). Project budget management experience and accounting familiarity preferred.Please apply by 10 January 2014.
Early submissions are strongly encouraged.
Management Sciences for Health is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship, physical or mental handicap, or status as a disabled or Vietnam Era veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces.

Research Analyst Job in Nairobi Kenya

Global trading group seeks research analyst for Nairobi office.
Required: Must have 3 years of global capital markets experience, knowledge of physical agricultural markets in grains and oil seeds sector and proven ability to use technical market analysis for a trading environment. 
Candidates with CFA or MBA qualification will be given preference.

Salary:- Dependent on skills and experience
 
Send your CV and cover letter professionals@summitrecruitment-kenya.com
Do not apply if you currently earn below 3500USD per month. Please state current salary and give details of qualifications in your cover letter.
Applications without cover letters will not be considered.
Summit Recruitment & Training, 
Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Please indicate in your email which position you are interested in. Please do not apply if you do not meet the requirements of the job

Safaricom Business Analysis & Architecture Analyst Job in Kenya

Safaricom Limited is the leading mobile telecommunications company in Kenya. We are at the forefront of the industry and always seek to attract and retain talented, creative and innovative team players who are excited by the opportunity of pushing the frontiers of this evolving technology, growing our services, exciting our customers and contributing to our community. At Safaricom, we take pride in our talent and develop them to realize their maximum potential!
Analyst - Business Analysis & ArchitectureRef: TECHOLOGY-ABAA-NOV 2013

We are pleased to announce the following vacancy in the Product & Services Development Department within the Technology Division. In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below:

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Business Systems Analysis & Architecture the role holder will be the liaison between business system users and the information technology team in as far as creating automated business solutions is concerned. 

The role holder will also be responsible for gathering, detailing and documenting business requirements in a format that is useful to business end users and technical developers, proposing ways in which the existing processes and systems can be used or changed to meet new business requirements as well as point out and identify new systems needed to meet business requirements, within the context of a well-established Enterprise IT Architecture.

Key Responsibilities:

Carry out full business requirements discovery that includes interviewing relevant stakeholders and end-users;Collect, classify, analyze and document business requirements as per set standards;Create high-level solution designs to meet business requirements by exploiting the functionality available in IT systems already in Safaricom, or by filling missing gaps with appropriate new systems, in accordance with enterprise architecture;Collaboratively develop test-driven business requirements and functional specifications with business, technical, and testing team members;Participate in technical/functional evaluation of bids for new systems;Generate process documentation that clarifies and validates how the organization utilizes business systems to meet business requirements;Ensure that IT systems are aligned with Safaricom business processes, and engage business stakeholders in process reviews to ensure development costs for new business applications/products are reduced; there is Improved user/customer experience and quality assurance; and a quick reaction to urgent business needs, and any new regulations is observed;Promote proper release planning, guaranteeing adherence to business needs and priorities and as a consequence, contribute to the reduction of development costs in future;Follow a prioritization process that is transparent and understandable for all parties involvedKeep stakeholders constantly up-to-date on progressDegree in Science/computer science/Engineering/Business related;5 years of experience as a systems developer/business analyst in a busy IT development environment, 2 years of which must include experience in systems analysis.Business analysis skills ( Advanced level);Excellent systems analysis skills;Knowledgeable on Logical and physical data modeling, relational databases;Experience in writing formal Use Cases and other UML tools;Demonstrated experience producing requirements that support test-driven development;Excellent communication skills with ability to listen to customers, document requirements quickly & accurately, and review written materials for accuracy. Must also be able to communicate specifications to persons at all technical levels;Expertise in enterprise architecture;Problem solving skillsDecision making skillsDesire to continually learn new skillsExperience in cloud and managed services will be an added advantage.If you feel that you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualification and experience, please send your resume with your cell phone contact indicating your experience and why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title and job reference to the address below by Thursday 5th December 2013.

The Head of Talent and Resourcing,
Safaricom Limited
Nairobi 

via E-mail to hr@safaricom.co.ke

UNDP Programme Analyst Job in Nairobi Kenya

UNDP Kenya wishes to recruit a Programme Analyst for its Democratic Governance Unit.
 Job Code Title: Programme Analyst
Grade/Level: National Officer Category, NOB
Type of appointment: Fixed Term Appointment
Organizational Unit: Democratic Governance unit
Background: Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Team Leader (Democratic Governance Unit), the Programme Analyst is responsible for management of UNDP programme within the thematic / sectoral areas assigned. The Programme Analyst analyzes political, social and economic trends and leads formulation, management and evaluation of programme activities within his / her portfolio and provides policy advice services on governance.

The full terms of reference for the position can be accessed on the UNDP Kenya e-Recruitment portal on the UNDP Kenya website - http://www.ke.undp.org/.
 Interested and qualified persons can access and should apply on the UNDP Kenya e-Recruitment portal located on the UNDP Kenya website -http://www.ke.undp.org - on or before 6 December 2013; select
“e-Recruitment Portal” under “Operations/Jobs”. Applicants are required to fill and sign a Personal History Form (P11) Form, which can be obtained from this site and submit it together with their online application.
Applications received via other means or after the deadline will not be accepted. UNDP will only be able to respond to those applications in which there is further interest. Applications are open to suitably qualified Kenyan citizens only.
Notice: UNDP, as a matter of practice, does not charge any application, processing or training fee at any stage of the recruitment process.
“UNDP is an equal opportunity employer which strives to achieve overall balance in its staffing patterns”.

TechnoServe Regional Business Analyst - East Africa Dairy Development Job in Nairobi, Kenya

Regional Business Analyst - East Africa Dairy Development
General Information: TechnoServe is an international non-profit economic development organization founded in 1968 out of a conviction that a vibrant private sector is an essential foundation for economic growth and poverty reduction. TechnoServe undertakes targeted, catalytic technical assistance and other programming to increase the competitiveness of entrepreneurs, businesses and industries that in-turn provide sustainable employment, inclusion of the poor and increased incomes. TechnoServe operates in 25 developing countries with over 1,000 employees.

Primary Purpose: Building on the success and learning from East Africa Dairy Development ( EADD) Phase I, EADD II is an ambitious five-year program designed to help 136,000 smallholder farm families to achieve sustainably improved livelihoods - in Uganda, Kenya and Tanzania by 2018. The vision of success for EADD is to transform the lives of resource-poor farming families with improved market access to a wealth-creating, robust dairy value chain that benefits all industry stakeholders.
 Position Description: Working closely with the TechnoServe Regional Program Manager, the Regional Business Analyst will be responsible for research and analysis of the East Africa dairy market/industry, Monitoring and Evaluation of Dairy Farmer Business Associations (DFBAs) performance, feedback and communication with internal and external stakeholders.Data collection, analysis and reportingLead research, preparation and communication of regular reports on the state, trends, and implications of the East Africa dairy market.Develop/maintain and update templates, databases, systems and processes for all data collection, analysis and reporting relating to DFBAs.Lead data collection, analysis, information management and sharing of market data for DFBAs with internal and external stakeholders.Develop and refine project M&E and performance management frameworksDevelop tools for monitoring and evaluating the capacity, management and operational systems and business performance of DFBAs.Develop and implement an appropriate methodology for evaluating TechnoServe progress towards project outcomes and goalsEnsure timely analysis and reporting of data to identify and communicate lessons-learned, and regular periodic presentation of data and analyses to project management in line with project decision-making and course correction processes.Help identify best practices, challenges and the cause of potential bottlenecks in implementation and advice project team.Develop and implement procedures for tracking the effectiveness of business advisory and other project advisory services.Ensure the use of appropriate information management systems enabling the transparent flow of business information within the project team.Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, statistics or international development or related studies required. Master’s degree an added advantage.At least five years’ experience in business analysis, M&E methods and approaches.Excellent presentation, written communication skills and excellent analysis and report writing skills.Ability to generate innovative solutions in work situations.Ability to work within a multicultural environment.Fluency in English and Kiswahili required.Experience in dairy industry an added advantage.Willingness to travel domestically and internationally when necessary.Please submit your application (by email only) to ke-recruit@tns.org with the position title placed in the subject line. (1) cover letter describing your interest, (4) telephone contacts of three professional referees. Please include all requirements in one document (pdf). Applications will be treated confidentially. Deadline for applications is 6th December 2013. Note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

World Agroforestry Centre System Analyst / Coder and Website Technician Job in Nairobi Kenya

Vacancy: System Analyst / Coder and Website Technician

About our organization

The World Agroforestry Centre, a CGIAR Consortium Research Centre, is an independent research institution, which generates science-based knowledge about the complex role that trees play in agricultural landscapes and rural livelihoods. The Centre’s headquarters are located in Nairobi, which hosts African Women in Agricultural Research and Development (AWARD), a preferred service provider of the CGIAR. AWARD is a career-development program that equips top women agricultural scientists across sub-Saharan Africa to accelerate agricultural gains by strengthening their research and leadership skills, through tailored fellowships.
AWARD is a catalyst for innovations with high potential to contribute to the prosperity and well-being of African smallholder farmers, most of whom are women.
Since 2008, 320 women agricultural scientists from 11 sub-Saharan African countries (Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Liberia, Malawi, Mozambique, Nigeria, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, and Zambia) have benefited from AWARD’s successful career-development fellowships. AWARD recently launched a pilot program benefiting five women from selected francophone African countries (Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, Mali, and Senegal).The System Analyst / Coder and Website Technician will support AWARD’s Monitoring and Evaluation Department, as well as the Communications Unit, with technical innovations to strengthen the management and communication of AWARD’s data and information to internal and external stakeholders. This position offers a rich challenge and opportunity for a skilled, motivated coder/programmer to design and develop innovative and interactive database driven system of data collection forms, SQL databases, online data entry, retrieval, and analyses applications. Works with AWARD staff to design, develop, test, and maintain data and information management applications for both intranet and internet, allowing efficient, entry, retrieval, and analyses of AWARD’s monitoring data.Designs, develops, tests, and maintains both intranet and internet sites using ASP.NET, VB.NET, ASP, CSS, HTML, JavaScript, JQuery, XML, SQL PHP, and other technologies required.Assists in design and coding of interactive forms on the Adobe platform to make AWARD’s data collection process more efficient, effective, and powerful.Designs and maintains SQL Server database(s) to store and manage monitoring data, and connect SQL Server database(s) to AWARD’s online M&E dashboard system, providing dynamic charts and maps using PHP and XML (using FusionCharts suite).Develops online system for AWARD staff to access, enter, and query monitoring data and generate data-rich and meaningful reports.Develops and maintains systems to support internal automation/communication/processes.A minimum of an undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Mathematics, Engineering, Analytics, or related degree.Minimum five years’ experience working with SQL Server including experience with stored procedures, views, functions, performance tuning, complex joins, and security.Minimum five years’ experience developing web-based solutions, using technologies such as ASP.NET, VB.NET, ASP, CSS, HTML, JavaScript, PHP, JQuery, and XML.Advanced/expert experience working with Joomla CMS (Version 1.5 and above), including building custom templates and extensions as required.Experience using Survey software/services to conduct polls and surveys, including generating relevant reports.Strong coding and programming background, and extensive experience in data management and analyses, both quantitative and qualitative.Advanced knowledge of PHP web scripting language.Advanced knowledge of the LAMP stack (Linux-Apache-MySQL-PHP).Intermediate experience using JQuery, CSS/CSS3 and HTML5.Advanced image editing using Adobe Photoshop or Adobe Fireworks.Working knowledge of CPanel hosting and configuring/using FTP clients.Intermediate knowledge of the ZEND framework.Working knowledge of HTML Email Templates, especially MailChimp.Analytical ability to delve into detail while maintaining a broader business perspective, ideally evidenced by relevant hands-on experience delivering analytic solutions to organizations.Minimum two years’ experience developing interactive forms on the Adobe platform.Proficient in .NET framework and Visual Studio.Strong analytical and data reporting skills.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to communicate complex technical concepts and ideas in non-technical terms.The World Agroforestry Centre is an equal opportunity employer and offers a collegial and gender-sensitive working environment. We believe that staff diversity promotes excellence and strongly encourage applications from qualified women. This position is on local terms and will be for an initial period of three (3) years, renewable subject to six (6) months’ probation period, assessment of performance, continued relevance of the position, and availability of resources.
Applications will be considered until 31 July 2013. Please note that only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted.

One Acre Fund Logistics Data Analyst Officer Job inWestern Kenya

Industry: Nonprofit / International Development / Agriculture / Microfinance
 Function: Logistics, Management, Auditing
 Title: Logistics Data Analyst Officer
Commitment: Long Term Career Position

Organization Description

One Acre Fund is an agricultural non-profit operating in Kenya, Rwanda, Burundi and Tanzania that is innovating a new way of helping farm families grow their way out of poverty.  We provide farmers with a "market bundle" including education, finance, farm inputs, health products, and market access. Our program has proven impact – every year, we weigh thousands of harvests and measure a more than 100% average gain in farm income per acre.We are growing quickly. In six years, we have grown to serve 135,000 farm families with more than 1,000 full-time field staff. Last season our Kenyan logistics department delivered over 6 million kgs of inputs to our farmers. This season will be even larger!

Job Description

One Acre Fund is a rapidly growing organization; increasing the number of sub-locations, districts, and members we serve in each year.  

We are seeking a Logistics Data Analyst officer who will use a proprietary inventory management software (training offered upon hiring) to keep track of inventory movements across all of One Acre Fund Kenya's warehouses and stores. The Analyst will be asked to keep organized records and perform reconciliation of data where necessary.

Responsibilities

Data entry of weekly stock movements across 6+ warehouses across KenyaData analysis comparing stock cards, delivery notes, and other documentation to ensure accuracyWeekly reporting of inventory levels along with comprehensive understanding of stock movementsMaintain organized files of all stock cards, delivery notes, distribution sheets, purchase orders, and invoices for the logistics departmentPerform basic excel tasks using our client data to calculate purchase needs and distribution demandsThe logistics analyst will need to carry out a monthly 'inventory closing' and send this report to the supervisor.One Acre Fund invests in building management and leadership skills. We provide constant, actionable feedback delivered through weekly mentorship and through regular career reviews. We also have regular one-on-one meetings, where we listen to and discuss career goals, and work collaboratively to craft roles that employees are passionate about.

Qualifications

Post-Secondary certification in the relevant disciplineDemonstrated Computer Skills, specifically in using Microsoft Access and Microsoft Excel is a plus.Typing speed of 50 words per minuteAttention to detail, critical thinking, strong organizational and analytical skills. Experience with inventory management a plus.Able to work under pressure and meet deadlinesProven ability to set and meet targets on the jobClear written and oral communicationStrong math skillsIntegrity and a positive attitudeAbility to interact  to work in a team EnvironmentA willingness to commit to living in Western Province a long term positionLanguage: Fluent in Kiswahili and English Required. Passionate about serving smallholder farmers Timeline: Candidates to submit resumes by the 31st of July 2013.
Compensation: Competitive salary based on qualification and Experience.
Benefits: Performance Based bonuses, transport and airtime allowances
Career development: Twice annual career reviews and constant feedback. Your manager will invest significant time in your career development.

One Acre Fund is an equal opportunity employer. 

To Apply

Email cover letter and resume to kenyajobs@oneacrefund.org (Subject line: Logistics Data Analyst Officer + the place you heard of the position) and salary expectation

ICAP Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Officer and EMR System Testing and Debugging Analyst Jobs in Nairobi Kenya

ICAP of Columbia University is working in partnership with the Ministry of Public Health and Sanitation and the Ministry of Medical Services to strengthen HIV Care and Treatment services at provincial and district health facilities. This program is part of a US Government initiative against HIV in Kenya that receives funding from PEPFAR through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Applications are invited for the following positions:

1. Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Officer - Continuous Quality Assurance (CQA)

Location: Nairobi with occasional in-country travel

Under the supervision of the Director of Monitoring, Evaluation and Research the CQA Officer will be responsible for the on-going data analysis, audit of program data, and feedback of this data to program staff.Provide continuous on-going audit of program data based on established PEPFAR targets.Provide continuous feedback on quarterly aggregate and patient-level data for quality of care improvement to the program implementation team.Perform data analysis to check the quality of data quality from routine quarterly reports.Prepare regular high quality presentations of summarized program data for program staff and funding agencyRoutine analysis of program data in preparation for data summaries for research abstracts and manuscripts.Assist with analysis of research data when requiredKenyan national with an Advanced Statistics Degree (minimum Masters) in Statistics, Mathematics or Epidemiology.At least 5 years experience in medical statistical analysis, monitoring and evaluation systems in HIV programsStrong data management and data analysis skills essentialAdvanced skills in graphic presentation of dataStrong supervisory and management skills2. EMR System Testing and Debugging Analyst (6 Months Fixed Contract)
To work under the overall guidance and supervision of the Director of Monitoring and the Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Officer – Data Management, to provide hands on leadership in the development of upgraded electronic medical records (EMR) system for ICAP.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage programmer consultant resources and supervise the daily attainment of outlined work plan targets.Technical responsibility for reviewing and interpreting of EMR system user requirements, and prepare detailed work plans for the EMR upgrade.Develop quality assurance processes and lead in the testing of developed codes on Open MRS framework to ensure designed EMR modules are stable and perform as specified.Technical responsibility to conduct weekly code reviews, and host progress presentations to EMR upgrade steering committeeMaintain and update the EMR system source code documentationA minimum of a Diploma in Computer Science, Information Sciences or any other related and equivalent qualifications from recognized University/InstitutionFamiliarity with MOH EMR standards and knowledge of Open MRSDeep technical understanding of data warehouse model and design methodologies by generating ETL, Data Marts, OLAP, OLTP, interactive dashboards, charts and tabular reports output formatsDemonstrated technical experience integrating different data sources from/to different databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server, Oracle Open MRS framework) while addressing issue of data quality; database performance, optimization, data aggregation using PostgreSQL/SQL query scriptsA minimum of 5 years proven technical experience is requiredAll applications including a current CV, telephone number and 3 professional referees (preferably current/previous supervisors with their Telephone numbers and Email addresses) should be sent to the HR and Administration Manager, ICAP icap.vacancies@gmail.com on or before 19th July 2013.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
ICAP is an equal opportunity employer

Equity Bank Business Continuity Program Manager, Credit Card & Electronic Payment Risk Manager, Credit Risk General Manager, IT Risk General Manager, Market Risk General Manager, Quantitative Analyst and Research Economist Jobs in Kenya

Kenya Airways Manager Government & Industry Affairs, E-Marketing Manager, Brand & Advertising Manager, Procurement Officer and Quality Assurance Analyst Jobs

Excellent career opportunities with Kenya Airways

Applications

Applications are invited from suitably qualified Kenyan citizens for the following job opportunities:

• Manager Government & Industry Affairs
For the full role profiles and closing dates please visit our website.
You can apply by registering your application online on the Kenya Airways Web Site: 
NB: Kenya Airways only processes applications submitted on-line and does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants are advised not to remit any funds to anyone purporting to facilitate employment In Kenya Airways.

Techno Brain Biometric and Mobile Technologies Business Analyst Jobs in Kenya and Uganda

Techno Brain, an ISO 9001: 2008 certified and CMMI Level 3 Company, is Africa’s leading custom software application provider. Techno Brain offers innovative software solutions to Government, NGO, and large Private organizations. Due to the recent expansions Techno Brain seeks to recruit excellent candidates for the Business Analyst-Biometric Position for our Identity Management Practice.  
Job location – Kenya / Uganda (East Africa).

Roles & Responsibilities

Manage, support, and supervise the business development department responsible for acquisition of new projects and project bids.Locates or proposes potential business deals by contacting potential partners; discovering and exploring opportunities. Following up new business opportunities and setting up meetings.Proactively develops and improve products and services by researching industry and related events, publications, and announcements.Set sales targets and define strategy to achieve these targets and to follow the set strategy punctually.Manage the proposal development process and maintain the time-lines for the proposal teams.Coordinate with sponsors concerning size, standards, conditions and timing of research.Support marketing activities, including trade/ scientific shows, mailings, etc. Initiate marketing strategies and coordinate actions to influence the market.Planning and preparing presentations.Establishing and maintaining working relationships. Communicating new product developments to prospective clients.Plan, direct, supervise, and coordinate work activities of subordinates and staff relating to employment, compensation, labor relations, and employee relations.Responsible for proposing and designing solutions to meet customer requirements and address complex business / technical process requirements.Responsible for developing customer relationship through deep engagement and delivering continuous value by meeting customer expectations and handling issues.Participating in RFP/RFQ related to various projects related to Biometric solutionsIdentify and build GTM to address the region/countryDevelop and enable internal delivery and sales teamA graduate with a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or  IT back ground.Experience and exposure to identity management, biometrics, AIDC will be a significant advantage.Overall 6+ experience in the industry with a minimum 3 years+ of experience in a Business Development Manager / Business Analyst role.Proven IT Solutions & Services sales management experience, together with a good record of achieving targets.Partner-led sales experience will be an advantageExperience in addressing the sub-Saharan or developing economies will be an advantageExperience of managing multiple customers across geographiesExperience on Biometrics and applications of Biometric devices ,AIDC,RFID,SMARTCARD, GPS & POS.Good at documentation – Making Proposals & Tenders.  Responsible for providing pre-sales technical support to sales team with business development activities including building technical and financial proposals, responding to tenders, enterprise solutions and product demos to prospects for acquisition of new projects and customers.Outstanding communication skills, both oral and written, and both technical and non- technical, and the ability to work with a diverse group of individuals in a professional and service-oriented mannerThe Candidate will gather client business requirements, client solutions and specification design, costing, sales proposals and system prototyping. He/she must have strong analytical, process modelling and optimization experience.Business Analyst - Mobile TechnologiesDue to the recent expansions Techno Brain seeks to recruit excellent candidates for the Business Analyst-Mobile Technologies Position for our Identity Management Practice. 

Job location – Kenya / Uganda (East Africa).

Roles & Responsibilities

Manage, support, and supervise the business development department responsible for acquisition of new projects and project bids.Locates or proposes potential business deals by contacting potential partners; discovering and exploring opportunities. Following up new business opportunities and setting up meetings.Proactively develops and improve products and services by researching industry and related events, publications, and announcements.Set sales targets and define strategy to achieve these targets and to follow the set strategy punctually.Manage the proposal development process and maintain the time-lines for the proposal teams.Coordinate with sponsors concerning size, standards, conditions and timing of research.Support marketing activities, including trade/ scientific shows, mailings, etc. Initiate marketing strategies and coordinate actions to influence the market.Planning and preparing presentations.Establishing and maintaining working relationships. Communicating new product developments to prospective clients.Plan, direct, supervise, and coordinate work activities of subordinates and staff relating to employment, compensation, labor relations, and employee relations.As a Business Analyst –Management  Technologies, the candidate will act as a customer focused specialist supporting high value and complex merchants in the development of the technical and business requirements.  This will include producing documented outputs that encompass technical and functional specifications, end to end process analysis, systems integration and interface specifications, service and technical configuration options and deployment phasing optionsTo be successful in this role the candidate will need thorough working knowledge of payment gateway systems, card acquiring schemes, their drivers, industry dynamics, interchange and future product/service deliverables as well as an up-to-date knowledge of industry related technical development Overall 6+ experience in the industry with a minimum 3 years+ of experience in a Business Development Manager / Business Analyst role.A graduate with a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or  IT back ground.Proven IT Solutions & Services sales management experience, together with a good record of achieving targets.Experience of managing multiple customers across geographiesOutstanding communication skills, both oral and written, and both technical and non- technical, and the ability to work with a diverse group of individuals in a professional and service-oriented mannerResponsible to build and develop the Mobile Transactions systems vertical Establish, maintain partnerships with Industry VendorsDevelop and enable internal delivery and sales team Application development experience is desiredPresentation and representation skills a mustPre-sales experience will be preferred Industry relevant certificationsPartner-led sales experience aware of Industry trends Total awareness of, and focus upon, the interests and relationships in existence with any prospective customer A full sales/business development, implementation or relevant service-related background Proven customer skills with the ability to build, maintain and leverage relationships at all levels, for the benefit of all parties Proven project management skills The ability to present at board level Demonstrably strong communication skills, with the proven ability to present both concepts and technical/operational information at all levels within a sales environment  Experience and/or exposure to responding to RFP/RFQ will be an advantageExperience in addressing the sub-Saharan or developing economies will be an advantageWillingness to travel extensively in sub-Saharan regionIf you meet the above requirements please email your CV to hr.ke@technobrainltd.com by 12th July 2013 indicating your current and expected remuneration. Applications without salary details shall not be considered.

Saman Associates Data Analyst Lead Job in Nairobi, Kenya

Data Analyst Lead
Saman Associates is currently in the process of recruiting a Data Analyst for one of its clients.  The core responsibility of this position will be to support clients in various countries in Africa that use a mobile phone/web application market survey system that is administered through their Nairobi Office.

The incumbent will be responsible for the following:

Ensure that the implementation of new functionalities or versions are completed on time and on budget to the specifications of the client;Support the operational aspects of systems in use by clients which will include investigating and managing data manipulation/extraction/integration issues in the systems;Implement systems to be used by clients through training;Ensure client needs in data analysis are met through data mining, design and creation of reports;Monitor data setup request queues and provide end-user support;Write and maintain documentation to data analysis development, logic, coding, testing, changes and corrections;Consult with client to gather information about data analysis needs, objectives, and input and output requirementsReview and analyze the data analysis process to determine whether all required elements have been included;Ensure that quality control procedures are performed continually;Modify existing automated solutions to conform to system changes or make improvements in the existing solutions;Design data structures and dashboards using relevant tools.The successful candidate should have the following qualifications:-Three (3) years experience as a data analyst in the FMCG industry or similar job;Bachelors degree or Diploma in Sciences (including courses in Mathematics or Computer Sciences);Certificate in one or more programming languages;Experience in administering a mobile application;Experience in programming;Professional verbal and written communication skills;Team management experience is added advantage.If you believe you qualify for this position, please send your CV and details of your current and expected remuneration to recruitment@samanassociates.co.ke. Only qualified candidates shall be contacted.

ILRI Research Analyst Job in Nairobi, Kenya

Research Analyst, Index Based Livestock Insurance
Duration: 2 years with the possibility of renewal

The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) works to enhance the roles livestock play in pathways out of poverty in developing countries. 

ILRI has two main campuses in East Africa and other hubs in East, West and southern Africa and South, Southeast and East Asia. www.ilri.org.

CGIAR is a global agricultural research partnership for a food-secure future. Its science is carried out by 15 research centres that are members of the CGIAR Consortium in collaboration with hundreds of partner organizations. www.cgiar.org.

The Position

This position would be part of the team developing, piloting, assessing the impact of, and scaling-up index-based livestock insurance (IBLI) products. 

Two comprehensive pilots have already been launched in Marsabit district of Northern Kenya and Borena Zone in Southern Ethiopia (see www.ilri.org/ibli). 

 The successful applicant will play a central role in managing and coordinating the research operations for the team. 

The candidate will support team scientists with data analysis and writing to exploit the rich existing panel data and contribute to writing scientific papers. 

The IBLI project conducts two large annual household surveys in Northern Kenya and Southern Ethiopia and several other specialized modules throughout the year. 

It also utilizes a suite of remotely sensed data.  This position also involves coordinating and supporting the implementation of these surveys and will be expected to contribute to survey and research as well as overseeing data cleaning and storage.

Key responsibilities

Provide research and analytical support to project scientists and contribute to research papersWrite research reports summarizing and analysing dataContribute to the IBLI research for development agenda (research design and strategy, survey instruments, sampling frame, survey implementation strategy, enumerator training, data collection and analysis).Oversee management of project data: data cleaning, data inventory and storage, data analysis.Writing and updating survey data codebooks that fully describe the research and survey design, data collection methods, cleaning and inventory process.Contribute to communication and dissemination of research findings, which should include participation in meetings and workshops, giving periodic presentations to participating institutions, and communicating to policy makers through web and popular media.A Master’s degree in Economics, Development Economics, Agricultural Economics, Statistics or other relevant discipline.  Minimum 2 years of post-Master’s experience in quantitative and qualitative household-level socio-economic data collection and analysis; experience must involve field work and survey implementation as well as data analysis and report writing.Ability to clean, manage, and analyze household-level socio-economic panel data sets with statistical software including Stata. Experience in SQL is added advantage.  Experience in managing or playing a leading role in research programs involving field survey implementation and empirical analysis.Ability to design questionnaires and implementing surveys using computer assisted personal interviewing software such as surveybe.Experience in presenting and publishing research outputs.Ability to work independently and in interdisciplinary and cross-cultural teams.Ability to communicate and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, enumerators, commercial partners, and local stakeholders.Terms of Appointment

This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position based at ILRI’s Nairobi campus.  The position is on a 2 year contract with the possibility of renewal, contingent upon individual performance and continued funding.

Job level and salary

This position is in job Grade 3A level 2 with a minimum salary of KES 173,617. This is exclusive of other benefits provided by ILRI. This is exclusive of other benefits provided by ILRI.

Location: The position will be based at the ILRI, Nairobi.

How to Apply

Applicants should send a cover letter and CV combined as one document addressed to the Human Resources Director, explaining their interest in the position, what they can bring to the job and the names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience.

Applications should be submitted online to the Human Resources Director at our recruitment portal:  http://ilri.simplicant.com/job/board on or before 12 July 2013.

The position title and reference number REF: RA/IBLI/06/13 should be clearly marked on the cover letter.

Only online applications will be considered, and only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Senior Accountant, Inventory & Finance Analyst

Job Summary
Our client is a leading multinational research-based pharmaceutical company devoted to discovering and developing new and innovative medicines, vaccines and health care products.

The successful candidate’s principal purpose will be the review and analysis of inventory accruals, inventory provisions and cost of production. The role holder will cost all locally manufactured products and serve as a Business Partner for the Global Manufacturing and Supply Department (GMS).

This is a 6 month assignment though there may however be an opportunity to extend the length of the contract

Key Responsibilities
• Reconcile all inventory control accounts (Goods In Transit, Finished Goods, Clearing accounts, Inventory Accruals)
• Maintain  provisions for all expired , slow-moving and obsolete stocks
• Maintain proper inventory deferrals for variances, Exchange Gains and Losses (EGOL) and Purchase Price Variance (PPV)
• Work out standard costs for all locally manufactured items.
• Analyze and review manufacturing variances and recoveries
• Compile and Circulate monthly GMS overheads and discuss major variances to plan with functional owners
• Prepare budgeting templates and provide budgeting support to GMS
• Review Unison actual numbers for GMS
• Submit the GMS Dashboard monthly and plan data
• Present GMS Financials to Senior Leadership Team in absence of GMS Financial Controller
 

Qualifications
• A business related degree and CPA (K) or ACCA qualification
• At least two years experience in inventory and financial analysis. Candidates who have experience within a manufacturing unit will have an added advantage.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, thorough knowledge of IFRS especially in relation to inventories, understanding of the standard costing process and theory.
• Refined ability to work under minimum supervision.

How to apply: 
Send your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with our client; a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees by close of business Monday 24th June, 2013.

Adept Systems
MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS
P O Box 6416, Nairobi, GPO 00100
Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke
Web: www.adeptsys.biz

Only short listed candidates will be contacted! Please note that we do not charge fees for receiving or processing job applications. Visit our website for more vacancies.

[YP_Ke] [Daily Kenyan Jobs - Latest Kenyan Jobs and Latest Jobs in Kenya] Investment Analyst job in Kenya

Investment Analyst

Our client seeks to recruit an experienced Investment Analyst in charge of collecting and analyzing financial information including economic forecasts, financial backgrounds of the company, historical performances and other investment instruments to offer financial/investment advice for the company. Analyze financial information to forecast business, industry, and economic conditions, for use in making investment decisions.Gather and analyze company financial statements, industry, regulatory and economic information, and financial periodicals and newspapers.Interpret data concerning price, yield, stability, and future trends of investments.Summarize data describing current and long term trends in investment risks and economic influences pertinent to investments.Draw charts and graphs to illustrate reportsRecommends investment timing and buy-and-sell orders to company.Recommend modifications to management's investment policy when necessary.Offer expertise in specific investment area, such as bond, commodity, equity, currency, or portfolio management. Keep detailed knowledge about the Kenyan economy and financial markets Regularly meet with fund managers and company managers  to discuss financial mattersUse specialist media sources to gain information about current financial news.At least a Degree in commerce, business administration or economics, a Master's Degree is an added advantageA minimum of 5 years work experience in a similar position in the financial sectorShould have in-depth knowledge of financial market and major socio-economic trends in KenyaShould have accounting skills, analytical capabilities and be keen to detailsAbility to anticipate competition and interpret the unpredictable changes of the marketAbility to handle pressure and be inquisitive about financial matters If you meet the mentioned job criteria kindly send your CV and application to recruit@humantalentrecruit.com before 27th June, 2013. Indicate the position applied for, your current and expected salary on the subject line.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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FSD Kenya Social Protection Payments Analyst Job in Nairobi

Social Protection Payments Analyst FSD Kenya was established in 2005 by a number of Kenya’s development partners to support the expansion of inclusive financial markets. Our goal is to use financial inclusion as a tool to improve the livelihoods of the poor in Kenya.
In the last decade, social protection has emerged as a useful tool to address poverty and vulnerability through regular cash transfers to millions of vulnerable households. FSD has been managing the payment component of the Hunger Safety Net Programme (HSNP) which oversees cash transfers to households affected by chronic hunger ¡n the Northern region on behalf of the Department for International Development (DFID). In addition to HSNP, there are four other major cash transfer programmes with different management structures. These operate under the rubric of the recently established National Safety Net Programme (NSNP) which ¡s tasked with creating a framework around which the five programmes will be coordinated and harmonised. We are now seeking a Payment Specialist whose work will entail:Providing technical advice on payment related matters including development of a new payment architecture for the five programmes under NSNP.Defining a clear calendar of payments by programmes including that of the transfer window.Identifying minimum standards for payment service providers.Defining a monitoring system to track compliance with new standards/regulations governing paymentsEffective liaison with key stakeholders and supporting the procurement of payment service providers or amendment to the existing service agreements.Relevant academic qualification (minimum of bachelor’s degree).Excellent and proven knowledge of the payments framework in Kenya.At least 10 years’ experience working in the financial sector.Proven experience in project management.A detailed terms of reference can be downloaded from our website (under the Opportunities section). If you think you are the right person for this exceptional opportunity, then send your CV and covering letter by email to jobs@hcsafrica.com.Please put ‘Social Protection Payment Specialist’ in the subject line. Closing date: Monday 8th July, 2013.

FSD Kenya Policy Specialist, and Policy Analyst Jobs in Nairobi

FSD Kenya was established in 2005 by a number of Kenya’s development partners to support the expansion of inclusive financial markets. Our goal is to use financial inclusion as a tool to improve the livelihoods of the poor in Kenya.
Working ¡n partnership with the financial services industry, the programme’s goal is to expand access to financial services among lower income households and smaller enterprises. The conceptual underpinning of FSD’s work derives from the “making markets work for the poor” approach, which has emerged over the last ten years as an increasingly influential development paradigm. It provided the original impetus for the establishment of FSD Kenya and has guided its activities over the last seven years.
FSD is looking for a Policy Specialist and a Policy Analyst to support a significant expansion in our work in the policy arena.
The policy specialist will have lead responsibility for delivering appropriate and timely support to the Government of Kenya in implementation of financial inclusion related policy reforms. The scope of work will entail:Overall project management of a policy support facility.Work closely with lead agencies to define strategically focussed initiatives and activities ensuring that appropriate and timely support is provided.Direct technical support which will entail identifying gaps relating to financial inclusion policy and providing policy advice on appropriate key issues.Ensure research findings relating to key policy issues are synthesised effectively.Support implementation of facility inputs through identifying capacity challenges across key government regulatory agencies.Support partner agencies in designing appropriate inputs including the development of technical assistance inputs.Manage stakeholder relations with financial sector regulators and key industry representatives.Minimum bachelor’s degree or equivalent (master’s degree preferred);At least 7 years’ experience working in the financial sector field;Expertise relevant to financial inclusion;Strong project management skills;Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
The policy analyst will leverage the expanding base of data from Kenya and other relevant markets to support more effective, evidence-based policy-making to support and expand financial inclusion. Determine the requirements for evidence based policy analysis and develop approaches to addressing these needs.Develop requirements for primary research studies and ensure high quality studies are conducted in a timely fashion.Participate directly in longer-term policy analysis processes.Undertake financial inclusion policy knowledge synthesis.Build and maintain a database of key policy related indicators with a view to strengthening the feedback loop between policy decisions, implementation and impact.Identify appropriate ICT tools to systematise data capture, validation, storage and analysis.Develop mechanisms to inform key policymakers of emerging trends in the data to ensure developments rapidly impact on policy formulation.Relevant qualifications in social science (minimum bachelor’s degree);Strong research skills and in-depth understanding of analytical methods applicable to policy work;Experience working in the financial services field;Excellent written and oral communication skills.Detailed terms of reference for these positions can be downloaded from our website (under the Opportunities section). If you think you are the right person for these exceptional opportunities, then send your CV and covering letter by email tojobs@hcsafrica.com. Please put ‘Policy Specialist’ or ‘Policy Analyst’ in the subject line. Closing date: Monday 8th July, 2013.

Investment Analyst Job in Nairobi, Kenya

Our client seeks to recruit an experienced Investment Analyst in charge of collecting and analyzing financial information including economic forecasts, financial backgrounds of the company, historical performances and other investment instruments to offer financial/investment advice for the company. Analyze financial information to forecast business, industry, and economic conditions, for use in making investment decisions.Gather and analyze company financial statements, industry, regulatory and economic information, and financial periodicals and newspapers.Interpret data concerning price, yield, stability, and future trends of investments.Summarize data describing current and long term trends in investment risks and economic influences pertinent to investments.Draw charts and graphs to illustrate reportsRecommends investment timing and buy-and-sell orders to company.Recommend modifications to management's investment policy when necessary.Offer expertise in specific investment area, such as bond, commodity, equity, currency, or portfolio management. Keep detailed knowledge about the Kenyan economy and financial markets Regularly meet with fund managers and company managers  to discuss financial mattersUse specialist media sources to gain information about current financial news.At least a Degree in commerce, business administration or economics, a Master’s Degree is an added advantageA minimum of 5 years work experience in a similar position in the financial sectorShould have in-depth knowledge of financial market and major socio-economic trends in KenyaShould have accounting skills, analytical capabilities and be keen to detailsAbility to anticipate competition and interpret the unpredictable changes of the marketAbility to handle pressure and be inquisitive about financial matters If you meet the mentioned job criteria kindly send your CV and application to recruit@humantalentrecruit.com before 27th June, 2013. Indicate the position applied for, your current and expected salary on the subject line.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Save the Children Assistant Humanitarian Analyst Job in Nairobi Kenya

About us
For over 90 years, Save the Children has been making a difference in children's lives in more than 120 countries. We are the world's largest independent child rights organisation, underpinned by a vision in a world in which every child attains the right to survival, protection, development and participation. Our mission to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children, and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives.

Save the Children is an organization for talented people with different backgrounds and perspectives. We are proud that our people are representative of the children we work with and we thrive on our diversity.

We are an equal opportunity organisation dedicated to our core values of Accountability, Ambition, Collaboration. Creativity and Integrity. Our culture is embedded in these values, along with a strong commitment to our Child Safeguarding Protocol, ensuring that all representatives of Save the Children demonstrate the highest standards of behaviour towards children both in their private and professional lives.

The East African Regional Office is responsible for 8 countries in East Africa, including Kenya, Somalia, Uganda, Rwanda, Sudan, South Sudan, Tanzania and Ethiopia, with a current staff complement of approximately 3500 staff, and current expenditure of approximately $200 million each year.

Save the Children East Africa Regional Office (EARO) is looking to recruit An Assistant Humanitarian Analyst

Job Title: Assistant Humanitarian Analyst

Team / Programme: Humanitarian Affairs Unit    Location:  East Africa Regional Office - Nairobi
 Child Safeguarding: Level 3 – the responsibilities of the post may require the post holder to have regular contact with or access to children or young people
Based in Nairobi, the Assistant Humanitarian Analyst will conduct research in the area of geopolitics and humanitarian affairs. As a junior member of the Humanitarian Affairs Unit they will help with research and the production of reports on geopolitical, humanitarian and development issues in East and Southern Africa region. They will assist with any logistics and administrative tasks required.

Scope of Role:
Reports to: Regional Humanitarian Analyst
Dimensions: Save the Children works in 8 countries in East Africa (Kenya, Somalia, Uganda, Rwanda, Sudan, South Sudan, Tanzania and Ethiopia) with a current staff complement of approximately 3500 staff and current expenditure of approximately $200 million each year
Staff directly reporting to this post:  None

Key Areas of Accountability:

Conduct extensive research into prevailing humanitarian, socio-economic, geo-political, security situation East and Southern Africa Work closely and liaise with country and regional directors in gathering information, seeking input and feedback.Help prepare a weekly detailed analytical bulletin and updates on urgent humanitarian issuesAssist with writing briefs and reports for as required Help develop and pilot products and information dissemination methods i.e. ways to use new mediaExternal and internal representation to regional networks and processesOther duties as assigned to meet the needs of the Humanitarian Affairs Unit.Skills and Behaviours (our Values in Practice)
 Holds self accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling Save the Children valuesHolds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities - giving them the freedom to deliver in the best way they see fit, providing the necessary development to improve performance and applying appropriate consequences when results are not achievedCreates a managerial environment to lead, enable and maintain our culture of child safeguardingSets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves and their team, takes responsibility for their own personal development and encourages their team to do the sameFuture orientated, thinks strategically and on a global scaleApproachable, good listener, easy to talk to; builds and maintains effective relationships with colleagues, Members and external partners and supportersValues diversity and different people’s perspectives, able to work cross-culturally.Develops and encourages new and innovative solutionsCuts away bureaucracy and encourages an entrepreneurial approachHonest, encourages openness and transparency, builds trust and confidenceDisplays consistent excellent judgementBachelor degree in either international relations, political science, journalism, or sociology (Master’s degree preferred)0-2 years professional experience in government, academia, international organisations, NGOs or journalismproven interest and experience in working on East Africa drylands/pastoralism desiredExcellent writing, editing and analytical skills Proven ability to handle challenging work loadCross-cultural experience, understanding and sensitivity;Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including good public presentation skills, and a very strong capacity for effective teamwork.Ability to work independently in a fast-paced and often demanding environment.Commitment to Save the Children valuesPlease send a copy of your CV with a cover letter to EA.recruitment@savethechildren.org
Application closes 20th June 2013 at 5:00pm.

We work with children, communities and governments all over the world and we believe in the right person for the job regardless of where you come from and how you identify yourself. We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to ensuring that only those who are suitable to work with children are considered for these posts. All successful applicants will therefore be required to complete a Police Check and must sign onto our Child Protection Policy and organizational Code of Conduct.