Project Manager Jobs in Kenya - Savannah Innovations Africa

Savannah Innovations Africa (SIA) is a project management consultancy firm mainly serving the financial services sector based in Kenya. 

We are seeking Senior Project managers /Project managers as follows:

Project Manager

The Project Manager has the responsibility for defining, planning and ensuring that a project is successfully completed on time, within budget, and at an acceptable level of quality. 

He/she manages day-to-day tasks and provides direction to team members performing work on a Medium project which is:

• business critical project of medium size and complexity, or
• a major workstream of a large and complex project, or
• two smaller, less complex, projects

Requirements

• Must have at least 3 years experience in Project Management preferably  in Financial Services or IT
• Certification in PMI or PRINCE2  is an added advantage
• Please send your applications to pm@savannahinnovations.com by 16th July 2012

Senior Project Manager

Responsible for

• Large, business critical or technically complex project, or
• the overall management of a major component of a programme of business change, or
• the concurrent direction, planning and control of 3 smaller, less complex projects.

Requirement

• Must have at least 6 years experience in Project management  preferably in the Financial services or IT
• Certification in PMI or PRINCE2 is an added advantage

Please send your applications to pm@savannahinnovations.com by 16th July 2012 

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Construction / Project Manager - Engineering Job in Kenya

Have at least 5 years experience in building and construction.
Have good administrative & computer skills in Microsoft Office and in particular MS Excel, MS Word.
Qualifications:
Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
Minimum Qualification should be a diploma.
Autocad or similar will be an added advantage.
All applications attached with CVs must be submitted to damamungai2001@yahoo.com
or
Damaris W.Mungai
P.O. Box 473 – 00900,
Kiambu.

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G2P Payments Manager Job Vacancy at FSD Kenya

The opportunity

FSD Kenya ¡s managing the development and implementation of large scale government payment programmes across Kenya. Among these is the Hunger Safety Net Project (HSNP), a partnership between the Kenya Government, Department for International Development (DFID) and other development agencies.

HSNP has been undertaking a major cash transfer pilot scheme in the arid and semi-arid regions of the country over the past three years.

FSD Kenya took the responsibility of managing the payment element of this pilot on behalf of DFID and will continue managing and supporting government to person (G2P) payment solutions.

FSD now requires a full-time project manager who will be in charge of:

• The overall management of its Government Payments Project;
• Supporting research and knowledge enhancement by commissioning research exercises into relevant topics in the payments area;
• Identifying and developing initiatives in the formal financial system theme area; and,
• Identifying creative ways of disseminating project results to maximise impact on financial markets development.

Who we need

Mandatory requirements for this post are:

• Experience of successful project management,
• Relevant academic/professional qualification (minimum of bachelor degree level),
• At least three years working in the financial sector in Kenya.

Interested applicants are encouraged to consult the ToRs for this post from our website (under Opportunities).

Candidates must demonstrate their ability to meet the terms of this assignment as stipulated in the ToRs.

A covering letter and CV should be sent by email to Lydiah Kioko (Lydiah@fsdkenya.org).

Please put “G2P Payments Manager” in the subject line.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Closing date: Tuesday 13th December 2011.

FSD Kenya operates as an independent Trust registered ¡n Kenya under the supervision of professional trustees, with policy guidance from its programme investment committee.

Finance is provided by a number of leading development agencies including the UK’S Department for International Development (DFID), the World Bank, the Swedish International Development Agency (SIDA), Agence Française de Développement (AFD) and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation together with the Government of Kenya.

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NGO Job in Kenya - Legal Officer and Project Coordinator Job Vacancies at WRAP Kenya

Women’s Rights Awareness Programme (WRAP) is a non – governmental Organization based in Nairobi and whose core objective is to provide shelter for abused Women and Children.

Wrap is seeking to recruit dynamic, self driven and result oriented persons to fill in the following vacant positions;

Project Coordinator

Qualities and Competencies include and are not limited to:

• Good knowledge of and exposure in income generating activities and micro finance specifically for disadvantaged and vulnerable groups.

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Safaricom Jobs in Kenya Project Manager (Enterprise Division)

We are pleased to announce the following vacancy within Enterprise Division.

In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below:

Project Manager

Ref: ESBU_ PM_ October_2011

Reporting to the Senior Manager Deployment, the successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating projects from initiation to completion; using maximum and effective utilization of project management tools, techniques, and experience, creativity, and management skills, to reach the predetermined objectives.

Key Responsibilities

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Project Officers and Field Officers Jobs - Inades Formation Kenya

Inades Formation Kenya an NGO working in support of rural communities to realize/towards a prosperous and influential rural world is looking for:

1) Project Officers

2 Positions

Requirements

• Minimum first degree in Agriculture (a must). Those with Masters Degree on Project Management or Community Development have an added advantage.
• Minimum 4 (four) year experience as a Project Officer with rural Community development
• Knowledge on Climate Change.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal relations.
• Results/impact oriented. Proof of results realized/achieved.
• Team player.
• Demonstrated ability on Resource mobilization.
• Writing skills and artistic presentation/Documentation.
• Tested driving skills.

2) Field Officers

1 Post

Requirements

• Diploma certificate in any of the following areas

1. Dryland farming
2. General agriculture
3. Sustainable or Organic Agriculture
4. Livestock production.

• Three (3) years experience with demonstrated results.
• Knowledge of Climate Change.
• Skills of riding a motor cycle.

For each of the positions, write to show why you qualify for the position.

If you do not meet the requirements kindly do not apply.

Give a minimum of 3 referees who are not relatives with their respective e-mail and mobile phone numbers

Apply to:

Managing Director
Inades Formation Int. Kenya Office
P O Box 1905 – 90100
Machakos

E- mail: info@inadeskenya.org

To reach him by October 28th 2011.

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Projects Manager Construction Job opportunity in kenya |

We are a construction company offering services in Building & Civil Works, Real Estate and Water & Sewerage Projects with operations in Kenya, South Sudan and looking to grow into Rwanda.

We are looking to recruit a highly qualified and motivated individual, to fill the position of Projects Manager.

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the incumbent will head the technical / projects department and will be responsible for the overall planning, execution and monitoring of all projects so as to ensure that all project timelines, budgets and profitability projections, have been met to the highest possible quality standards within the project specifications.

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Jobs in ActionAid Kenya Community Development Facilitators, Field Officers, Accountants,M&E Officers, Project Managers and Project Officers

ActionAid International Kenya (AAIK) is a member of ActionAid Federation.

ActionAid works in more than 40 countries all over the world, in the places where we can make the biggest impact.

We tackle poverty and denial of human rights at the local level, and we challenge the causes behind them locally, nationally and globally.

In Kenya AAIK works in solidarity with women and people living in poverty and exclusion; connecting their voices, sharing ideas,

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Construction Programme Manager Job Opportunity in Kenya

Programme Manager - Construction

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

About Bridge International Academies

Bridge International Academies is a startup revolutionizing education across Africa with a truly unique business model. The company has launched a large-scale franchise-like network of ultra low-cost for-profit private primary schools across Africa.

Our schools profitably deliver high-quality education for less than $4 per child per month, enabling local school managers to operate their school businesses profitably, while creating a highly successful business at the central level

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World Vision Job in Dadaab Kenya - Project Manager

Job Title: Project Manager

Country: Kenya

Location: Dadaab

Closing Date: September 06 2011

Purpose of the position:

To provide the operational Liaison n needed to successfully implement emergency response in the WASH sector in Dadaab district and among the refugees in Dadaab.

In order to successfully do so, the Project Manager must be able to effectively communicate World Vision’s Christian ethos and demonstrate a quality of spiritual life that serves as an example to others

Qualifications: Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience

The following may be acquired through a combination of formal or self-education, prior experience or on-the-job training:

• Must have a first degree in social sciences with tat least two years experience
• Relevant diploma with at least 5 years experience will also be considered
• Experience in administration.
• The holder of this position must have good relationship building skills able to work in a context of multiple nationalities
• Ability to speak Somali Language is an added advances
• Proficient in written and spoken Kiswahili and English is required

Job Details

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How to Apply

All application letters and detailed CVs together with names of three referees, should be sent to reach the undersigned not later than September 6, 2011.

Director
People and Culture
World Vision Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya
Email: recruit_kenya@wvi.org

Please indicate clearly on the subject line the position you are applying for.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Disclaimer: World Vision Kenya has not engaged any recruitment agencies in this recruitment process, neither are we charging any fees to potential employees for job opportunities.

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VSF Germany job in kenya- Head of Programs

Background:

VSF Germany is an international Non Governmental Organization, providing humanitarian aid and development assistance to pastoralists and vulnerable communities in areas where livestock is of importance. In the region, VSF Germany implements activities in southern Sudan, Kenya, Somalia, Tanzania and Ethiopia.

With support in animal health, agriculture, marketing, food safety but also with developing the capacity of communities and governmental institutions or initiating peace and conflict resolution we work towards food security and strengthened livelihoods of pastoralist communities.

VSF Germany would like to recruit the Head of Programs. The position is based in the regional office, Nairobi with frequent travels to the Field Offices.

Overall Responsibilities:

• Spear head strategic development and Planning of the programs and projects for the organization in the various countries within the region.
• Quality control of the programs & project implementation & donor reports, provide leadership & management to the regional program staff and is responsible for the budgets.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Projects Development Provide strategic direction to the projects, to ensure they work towards achieving a successful implementation in a sustainable manner and responds to emergencies effectively. Design programs and projects based on the Organizational Strategic Plan. Work with the Country Representatives & Project Managers to diversify the funding base through developing existing or new relationships with donors.
2. Implementation and Quality of the Program Make key decisions in relation to the program implementation, and offer solutions to problems that arise during the implementation of programs. Ensure the projects meet Donor & VSF G Quality Standards and international Codes of Conduct in project implementation. Develop an Internal Monitoring and Evaluation framework. Manage both and donor and internal reporting on project implementation.
3. Management Motivate the program team and ensure they have clear objectives and receive meaningful feedback on their performance. Participate in HR management to ensure the achievement of program goals & objectives, including recruitment, staff development, security etc. Develop country development plans with country representatives for each country.
4. Networking and Communication Build relationships with donors and other INGOs and government stakeholders in the Region. Ensure regular and effective communications are maintained within the program, Regional office and Donors. Champion the development of lesson learn and good practice documentation from VSFG’s intervention.
5. Budgetary responsibility Assist the program team to develop, finalize and closely monitor the program budget. Work closely with the Finance Department to ensure effective financial and budgetary control of the programs, according to donor & VSF G policy and procedures. Ensure corrective measures are taken to address over/under expenditure in the project budgets.

Qualifications, Experience, Attributes & Skills required

• Postgraduate degree in Development studies, Project planning or international relations.
• A minimum of 5 years experience in management of development and Humanitarian projects in Africa.
• Team leadership experience highly preferred.
• Working experience in financial management for donor projects.
• Practical experience in proposal writing & grant making for Humanitarian and development projects.
• Excellent computer knowledge.
• Minimum 5 years experience in managerial and donor reporting.
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills.
• Must be a strong, decisive and results oriented leader.

Interested and qualified candidates should submit an application letter and CV to: postal address or via email address given above.

Indicate the Applicable Job Title on the Subject or Envelope & Location.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Closing date for receiving applications is 2nd September, 2011, on or before 16.00hrs.

VSF Germany,
Piedmont Plaza, Off Ngong’ Road, 2nd Floor,
P.O Box 25653, 00603 Nairobi, Kenya

Email: admin_hr@vsfg.org

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(NDI) Senior Programofficer and Program Officer Jobs vacancies in Kenya

The National Democratic Institute (NDI) is an International nonprofit, Non-partisan organization working to support and strengthen democratic institutions worldwide through citizen participation, openness and accountability in government.

Senior Program Officer - Technology

NDI is launching a web-based technology platform that provides space for Somalis in and outside of the country to interact, share ideas, and gather information.

This position, under the supervision of the Resident Program Manager will manage the early development phases of the program.

He/she will be responsible for program administration; developing advertising and outreach strategies; identifying sources of information; writing reports and proposals; managing contracts; as well as building and maintaining relationships with Somali partners, donors, and media groups.

Qualifications: Undergraduate degree in a related field; at least 5 years experience with international organizations, media, advertising agencies or technology providers; excellent translation and interpretation skills from English to Somali and Somali to English; and computer literacy and familiarity with social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, and blogging sites.

This position is temporary from September through December 2011 with a possibility for extension.

Program Officer

This position, under the supervision of the Resident Program Manager will be responsible for implementing activities in his/ her programmatic area and contributing to the overall strategic direction of the program.

This will include facilitating technical assistance; coordinating administration and logistics; managing staff and consultants; building and maintaining relationships with partners; ensuring the effective monitoring and evaluation of programs, progress and outcomes.

Qualifications: Undergraduate degree in international relations or related field.

A minimum of 3 years relevant work experience in international development, community organizing, political campaigns, organizational development, or legislative affairs; exceptional writing skills; excellent translation and interpretation skills from English to Somali and Somali to English; computer literacy; and ability to do political analysis required.

Interested candidates should submit their application to kssadmin@ndi.org.

The deadline for applications is 2nd September, 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

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Nielsen Kenya Project Manager (East Africa) Job Vacancy

Dynamic People Consulting (DPC) is currently recruiting for one of its clients, Nielsen Kenya. In 100 Countries around the world, Nielsen provides clients the most complete understanding of what consumers WATCH and BUY.

Nielsen is a global leader in measurement and information, who believe that providing clients a precise understanding of the consumer is the key to making the right decisions -- decisions that can lead to profitable growth.

Nielsen Kenya is looking for a mature and focused individual to join their team as a Project Manager for East Africa. Reporting to the South Africa office, the Project Manager, East Africa will be responsible for the provision of end-to-end project management on local, regional or global projects pertaining to Time Management; Integration; Risks and Communication Management; Project Scope and Quality Management.

Key responsibilities:

• Manage the execution of key projects;
• Compile/put together project plans;
• Conduct regular reviews to monitor the project progression;
• Identify the risks/issues and follow up on the mitigations and resolutions;
• Ensure project delivery on-time and on-quality; and
• Communicate project status, risks/issues and resolutions with project stakeholders.

The successful candidate should have the following qualifications:

• Three (3) years proven experience in Project Management or Operations
• Bachelor's degree from a recognized institution.
• Market Research industry experience would be advantageous
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

All qualified candidates should send their applications to: Recruitment@dpckenya.com

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Projects Coordinator, Community Mobilization Officer and Post Training Monitoring Officer Jobs in Puntand - Norwegian Church Aid Somalia Programme

Norwegian Church Aid’s (NCA’s) work in Somalia includes emergency and humanitarian interventions as well as long term development projects.

NCA’s focus areas have been in the Puntland State of Somalia, Gedo region and the Afgoye corridor of Mogadishu.

NCA is implementing a social rehabilitation project that seeks to mitigate and counter the ongoing negative causes and effects of piracy in the State of Puntland.

NCA Puntland Program is thus seeking to recruit qualified and motivated persons to fill the positions below.

These are national positions based in Garowe, Puntland.

1. Projects Coordinator

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Project Manager -Project Management jobs in Nairobi Kenya

Employment type: Full time
Contract type: Contract

Background

Our client is a 10 year regional dairy industry development program managed by a consortium of partners.

Our client is seeking to fill the position of Project Manager to lead the planning, development and marketing of their Project Proposal for a period of up to 18 months as per the TORs below.

Terms of Reference

(1) Project Manager

Reporting to the Regional Director (RD) and in close collaboration with the Project Working Group, the Project Manager will as needed:
• Develop and agree with the RD a detailed work-plan for the implementation of the assignment with time bound activities and deliverables.
• Design and oversee and/or directly undertake extensive dairy subsector studies in current and target new countries;
• Securing existing, and identify new financiers and partners from the public (national and local), private (including dairy companies, input manufactures, and financial institutions) and NGO sectors.
• Lead the drafting of proposal(s) in collaboration with the Project Working Group and donor guidelines as needed
• Organise stakeholder events including national, regional and international donor/investor meetings/consultations for the proposed project as required
Deliverables:
• Project Development Action Plan and Budget
• Intermediate outputs as agreed in the Action Plan. Those would include: detailed market opportunity assessments in Ethiopia and Tanzania; detailed value chain analyses identifying constraints to the growth of an inclusive and competitive dairy sector; and opportunities for public private partnerships at various levels of the dairy value chains.
• Project draft proposal and investor prospectus
• Raise an estimated sum of US$ 100 – 150 million in cash and in-kind contributions/pledges from basket of donors and investors including –institutional donors; bilateral and multilateral donors; private and public sector investment; farmer equity; and banking sector loans.

Qualifications and Experience
Advanced university degree in business studies, economics or related studies; with over 10 years of related project

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Project Management jobs in Nairobi Kenya

Employment type: Full time
Contract type: Contract

Background

Our client is a 10 year regional dairy industry development program managed by a consortium of partners.

Our client is seeking to fill the position of Project Manager to lead the planning, development and marketing of their Project Proposal for a period of up to 18 months as per the TORs below.

Terms of Reference

(1) Project Manager

Reporting to the Regional Director (RD) and in close collaboration with the Project Working Group, the Project Manager will as needed:

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Project Officer Jobs in a Kenyan Financial Institution

A local financial institution invites applications from suitably qualified, experienced, result driven and self-motivated individuals to fill the following vacant post

Project Officer
(2 Positions)

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from recognized institution with minimum Second Upper Class Division
• A Registered Architect or Quantity Surveyor in Kenya with minimum 5 years of demonstrable experience working in a busy environment.
• Aged between 30 – 40 years
• Evidence of having participated in the delivery of high quality and value facilities renovation and remodelling works.
• Demonstrated experience in supervision of artisans in renovation and remodelling works.
• Experience in delivering high quality interior design works.
• Excellent inter-personal and influencing skills at all levels.

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job vacancy in Nairobi : Project Manager

Employment type: Full time

Job Title: Project Manager

Number of Positions Open: 1

Location: Kenya

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Summary

Our client is specializes in brand strategy, brand innovation, brand identity and brand alignment.

The candidate must be able to manage the various clients from a branding and strategy perspective. He/she should be a quick, innovative thinker.

They must bear project management and research skills.

Primary Responsibilities

In charge of managing and executing strategies and project plans.
Brand managers are responsible for the overall performance of their brands,

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Project Manager job in Nairobi

Employment type: Full time

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT EXECUTIVE
JOB TITLE: Business Development Executive
NUMBER OF POSITIONS OPEN: 1
REPORTS TO:
LOCATION: Nairobi, Kenya
CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled

SUMMARY
Our client is a hardware (tools, building materials, industrial equipment) and home-ware (garden and home accessories) super store.

The job will be to source for business from a particular segment of contractors.

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Gibebe Project Coordinator Job Vacancy in Kenya

Gibebe Project Coordinator

1 Post

Summary

Reporting to the Founder, will provide administrative and project management duties to support the management.

Primary Responsibilities

• Event planning and coordination. The project coordinator will assist in initiating and managing projects.
• Acknowledge, handle and distribute both incoming and outgoing mails accordingly
• Manage client portfolios as well as maintaining client/supplier relations
• Oversee and facilitate events logistics
• Manage customer calls and meetings including minutes
• Maintain and ensure the company’s interest and those of customers are met while Participate in ongoing monitoring and nurturing of clients relationships
• Assess projects and processes on an on-going basis to identify and propose changes as needed
• Will identify new product needs and make recommendation to management
• Perform analysis to support decision making and recommendations
• Assist in administrative duties and other responsibilities as per required.

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