Business Development Executive

A  Fast growing, dynamic Soft Skills Training Company is looking to recruit a Business Development Executive based in Karen, Nairobi. The successful candidate MUST have a post graduate qualification and relevant sales experience in business to business sales.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for contacting prospective clients, setting up sales meetings and promoting relevant training courses.
• Development of social media copy and regular postings on social media platforms and company website.
• Managing and building on-line social media platforms Google +, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter.
• Making minor updates on company website as necessary.
• Administration support to set up and confirm all training courses
• Logistical support for training courses; materials, F&B, documents etc
• Development of post-training reports and follow-up materials
• Administrative and office support and support for Head of Training
• Set up and maintain paper and electronic filing systems for records, correspondence, and other material.
• Collect and disburse funds from cash accounts, and keep records of collections and disbursements.

Qualification:

• Must have a post graduate qualification.
• Must have experience writing proposal to different clients.
• Must have experience selling services B2B.
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills.
• Must enjoy dealing with people from different background.
• Must be tech Savvy.
• Must have excellent written and verbal skills.

Monthly gross salary: Ksh. 30,000 + annual bonus proportionate to growth of the company

Deadline:  1st July 2016 
         
Applications:

To apply, please follow the link:  http://bit.ly/28k8vck 

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience. 

*** Leading Recruitment & Executive Search Company in Kenya; Summit Recruitment & Search, Blixen Court, Karen Road, Karen ***

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Sales / Office Administrator

Motivated graduate intern needed for a Corporate Training company in Karen, to undertake sales, administration and business development duties.. The successful candidate MUST have excellent command of written and spoken English, be computer literate, have strong sales interpersonal skills and have a passion for social media.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administrative and office support.
• Responsible for contacting clients and candidates and selling relevant training courses.
• Logistic support for training courses including preparation of snacks and drinks.
• Preparation of all training materials and development of power point presentations.
• Close liaison with in-house social media /data management consultant to develop social media copy and manage marketing emails, online posts and social media groups.
• Answering the dedicated telephone line.
• Responding to all email and telephone enquiries, working closely with Training Director.
• Ad-hoc general website research projects.

Qualification:

• Must have a minimum of 1 – 2 years in customer care role.
• Must have worked in a multi cultured environment.
• Must have proven sales ability.
• Must have proven experience in PowerPoint, Excel and Word.
• Strong interest and passion in social media including Facebook, Linked-in, Twitter and Google+.
• Ability to develop new business.
• Ability and confidence to engage and influence individuals at all levels.
• Fluent in speaking and writing English.
• Strong analytical, communication and interpersonal skills.

Monthly gross salary: Travel and expenses allowance.

Deadline: 20th March 2015

Applications:

To apply, please follow the link: http://bit.ly/18CrKmh

Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, Karen road, Karen.
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****

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Career Advisor (Kenyan Jobs, Jobs in Kenya April 2014)

Title: Career Advisor

About Us: Our company offers professional career identification and career development related services. We pride ourselves in administering and interpreting professional tools that assist our clients in identifying their career direction.    

Position Function: To serve as a resource person and career advisor to students, pre-college students, university students and employed professionals seeking to change careers.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Interpret assessment tests and assist clients in identifying their areas of interest and careers that would be suitable for them
• Help clients draw up action plans for subject selection, education, employment and training and support them to achieve these goals
• Research careers, options and support organizations to meet clients needs
• Advice clients on how to source relevant training courses or qualifications and what funding might be available
• Run small group sessions or larger presentations on all aspects of careers work and topics related to personal development
• Develop and conduct career planning and professional development seminars within assigned territory
• Assist with the planning and implementation of educational programs and career conferences
• Research and write career literature; provide fresh web content related to careers
• Advise students on internship, and post-graduate employment opportunities and strategies for career success.
• Create, schedule, conduct and evaluate career programming on a variety of topics to include but not limited to: CV writing, interview techniques, social media and the job search, and professionalism
• Conduct regular outreach efforts including workshops and presentations; create, maintain and enhance relationships with institutions and hiring employers in the market increasing DYC visibility through institutional and corporate presentations and events.

Academic / Professional Qualifications &Work Experience

• Possession of a Bachelor degree in a related discipline from a recognized University
• Relevant professional certification is an added advantage
• Knowledge of psychometric test interpretation will be an added advantage
• Creative and innovative team player
• Excellent analytical, planning, research and report-writing skills are required

Interested candidates should send their applications to jobs@discoveryourcareer.co.ke before end of day April 9th, 2014. 

These should include a current CV, application letter, and scanned copies of academic certificates. Only qualified candidates need apply. 

The successful candidate will be required to take a career test to ensure that the job tasks align to his/her areas of interest. Please visit www.discoveryourcareer.co.ke to learn more about the career test.

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Several Vacancies (Training manager, Head of Technical and Response Services, Business Development Executives, Technical Business Development Executives) (Kenyan Jobs, Jobs in Kenya March 2014)

Title: Several Vacancies (Training manager, Head of Technical and Response Services, Business Development Executives, Technical Business Development Executives)

Head of Technical and Response Services.

The successful candidate shall be responsible to the Managing Director for the coordination of all operations & Business Growth in the Technical and Response Department.

                                                 

Key attributes of the candidate 

• Must have a minimum Diploma in Electrical/Electronic Engineering from a recognized University, National Polytechnic or training Institution. Those with a recognized University degree will have an advantage.
• Practical experience in Sales & Business development
• Must have excellent organizational and planning skills.
• At least 7 years relevant experience two of which must be at a senior management level. Those with experience in the security Industry shall have an advantage.
• Must have excellent interpersonal and team skills.
• Must have in-depth knowledge of security systems and ability to ensure efficient installation and maintenance of CCTV, Alarms, Access Control, and Electric fencing systems etc.
• Must be a profit driven person and give priority to efficient service delivery.
• Must have excellent leadership qualities.
• Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must possess excellent computer competencies.

Key responsibilities

• Provision of leadership, vision and technical direction in department.
• Growth of Technical & Response Departments business
• Directing Developing and motivating the departmental team.
• Directing technical surveys for potential and current clients, generating quotations and overseeing the installation and commissioning of security systems.
• Co-ordination of maintenance of client security systems.
• Co-ordination of the operations of a vast response team.
• Generation of well analyzed departmental performance reports as per the set parameters.
• Preparation and implementation of the departmental budget.
• Driving of Client liaison measures aimed at nurturing and retaining business.

Training Manager.
The Training Manger shall be responsible to the Human Resource Manager for the development and implementation of Internal and External Company Training programmes.
                                               
Key attributes of the candidate.

• Must have served in the disciplined forces and exited with a clean record at the level or equivalent of a military Colonel or above. Those with a recognized University degree will have an advantage.
• At least 6 years experience at the level of a chief Instructor. Those with experience in running a private security training Institution shall have an advantage.
• Must have excellent interpersonal and team skills.
• Must be enthusiastic in implementing company set training standards.
• Must have excellent leadership qualities.
• Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must possess excellent computer competencies.

Key responsibilities.

• Plan, develop and implement training programmes within the company.
• Prepare and implement the company training budget.
• Evaluate the company employee training needs in consultation with departmental heads and generate appropriate remedial training programmes
• Create training materials and training and evaluation processes. 
• Conduct appropriate Security training for our Clients as and when required.
• Keep up to date with emerging developments in training methodology and implement as appropriate.
• Conduct continuous reviews of course contents to maintain relevance in emerging trends.
• Develop and market external training programmes in liaison with company training partners.
• Develop the training school as a center of excellence and profit generating unit.

Business Development Executives.
The successful candidates will be responsible to the General Manager – Corporate Business Development for driving of sales in security services.

Key responsibilities.

• Sales prospecting and identification of customer needs through comprehensive security surveys.
• Provision of quotations to clients/ prospects with a view to offering security solutions.
• Carrying out market surveys and gathering market intelligence.
• Championing new product/service introduction in designated areas 

Key attributes of the candidate.

• Minimum K.C.S.E. grade C plain. Possession of a University degree and qualifications in sales and marketing will be an added advantage. 
• At least 3 years relevant experience.
• Experience in manned-guarding, security, fire services.
• Experience in selling Tracking solutions will be a major advantage.
• Good interpersonal skills
• A team player with unquestionable integrity, high initiative and capable of working under pressure
• Good presentation skills.
• Must have a valid driving license.
• Excellent communication skills - verbal and written
• Good IT skills.

Technical Business Development Executives

The successful candidate will be responsible to the General Manager-Corporate Business Development, for the generation of technical sales.

Key responsibilities.

• Sales prospecting and identification of customer needs through comprehensive security surveys.
• Provision of quotations to clients/prospects with a view to offering security solutions.
• Carrying out market surveys and gathering market intelligence.
• Championing new product/service introductions in designated areas.

Key attributes of the candidate.

• Minimum K.C.S.E. grade C plain.
• Possession of a Diploma in Electrical/Electronic or Telecommunications Engineering from a National Technical Institution. 
• At least 3 years relevant experience. A track record in selling security electronic systems and fire systems will be an advantage.
• Good presentation skills.
• Must have a valid driving license.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good IT skills.

Those interested should send their detailed CV, copies of testimonials and certificates on or before 4th April 2014 by email to info@securitygroupke.com addressed to

Human Resource Manager,
Security Group Kenya Limited
P.O.Box 18670 – 00500
NAIROBI.

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Training and Development Manager (Kenyan Jobs, Jobs in Kenya February 2014)

Title: Training and Development Manager

Responsibilities

• Training
• To take a leading role in the development of the company training and development policy.
• To co-ordinate and assist members of the management team with training and development and performance management of their department employees.
• To ensure that all employees receive all statutory training necessary for their job and induction, health and safety, fire, job skills and customer service training as a minimum.
• To ensure all new employees receive induction training on day one.
• To ensure all employees are trained on the company IT systems.
• To implement and co-ordinate an annual training plan with regular reviews and respective actions.
• To ensure training courses are run according the company training plans.
• To design, update and revise training courses as required.
• To deliver company training and development programmes as necessary.
• To ensure that individual training needs are identified as part of the employee appraisal system and to ensure that these training needs are dealt with through the appropriate training and development system.
• To monitor and evaluate all training and development activities to ensure the delivery of business objectives.
• To ensure that any changes in the training function are communicated effectively to the relevant departments and that implementation is monitored.
• To ensure that all systems within the training function are properly maintained.
• To work with external providers ensuring training and development is in line with the company objectives.
• To regularly review training providers and benchmark against other providers.
• To ensure that all training is recorded.
• To ensure the company succession plans are up to date at all times with all performance appraisal results and training and development activities.
• To ensure that all training is carried out in a timely manner.
• To ensure that administration is completed to the company standard.
• To ensure effective filing of training and development documentation.
• To be responsible for the annual training and development budget and respective forecasting as required in conjunction with the management team.

Requirements

• Bachelors’ degree in HR or a holder of higher diploma in HR and two years relevant work experience in a busy HR department.
• Experience in the service industry will be an added advantage.
• Good working knowledge of MS office applications.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Good negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a highly paced environment and highly proactive.
• Strong interpersonal, coordination and leadership skills.

Qualified candidate should send their cv to frank.vacancies@yahoo.com and info@frank-mgt.com

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CAPACITY BUILDING COORDINATOR (KENYAN JOBS AND JOBS IN KENYA DECEMBER 2013)

Title: Capacity Building Coordinator

Background: 

The International Training and Education Center on health (I-TECH), based in Seattle at the University of Washington, was established in 2002. I-TECH undertakes activities that increase human and systems capacity for provision of HIV/AIDS clinical care and support. I-TECH Kenya works with the Ministry of Health and other funded partners to develop the capacity for the implementation and use of electronic health information systems in Kenya. This is an initiative within the US President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief supported scope for health informatics activities in Kenya.

Mission: 

The Kenya office is committed to providing technical assistance and support for the development of capacity for the use and maintenance of Electronic Medical Record Systems in Kenya. The office works in close collaboration with the Kenya Ministry of Health and other stakeholders, the US Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA), the US Centers for Disease Control & Prevention – Global Aids Program (CDC/GAP).

Position Summary: 

International Training and Education Centre for Health (I-TECH) University of Washington, is funded by CDC to support the Ministry of Health (MOH) in the implementation of Health Information related activities. We operate using a Technical Assistance / Technical Support model that aims at addressing MoH priorities while building capacity within the MoH.

The candidate should preferably have a background in health (nurse, clinical officer or health records officer) or have an equivalent work experience on use of EMR systems. The successful candidate will be part of the team delivering training, monitoring the implementation and use of EMR system and also ensuring user certification

Primary Responsibilities

Mentorship monitoring and maintaining a comprehensive list of all mentors and their current facility(s) that they support.

Coordinating with regional staff to undertake capacity-building activities

Routinely (monthly / quarterly) coordinating with the mentors to provide progress reports

Provide a central point of contact and referral network connecting mentors as is appropriate or beneficial

Providing a central point of contact with partners for routine news relating to capacity building, updates, or other informational contacts

Collaborating regularly with field staff on ways to achieve more effective solutions to user problems

Staying up to date on application releases and enhancements

Participating in system upgrades, fixes and enhancements

Maintaining a web page of Kenya EMR status, upcoming upgrades, the latest news and information, and a list of future enhancements

Participating in system testing process for new functionality or system upgrades

Monitoring the hotline and Trouble Ticket system (currently Redmine) on a regular basis

Reviewing trouble tickets that have been reported, responding or escalating issues as required

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Skills and Qualifications

Should have problem solving skills

Should have experience with any EMR related software and training

Bachelor’s degree in Health, Health Education, Education and/or related field

Experience in training and instructional design

Experience with health and/or technology related subject matter

Strong organizational and planning skills

Strong computer skills, including high level of proficiency with MS Word, MS PowerPoint and MS Excel

Excellent interpersonal, written and communication skills

Experience working with health information systems (electronic and paper based)

Interested candidates should send in their applications to

I-TECH Kenya,

P.O. Box 2614-00202

Nairobi.

Email Address: jobs@itech-kenya.org. All applications should be received by Friday 13th December 2013

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TRAINING AND PROGRAMME MANAGER (KENYAN JOBS AND JOBS IN KENYA DECEMBER 2013)

Title: Training and Programme Manager 

MicroSave is a global consulting firm that provides training and consulting services to mobile network operators, financial institutions and related third party providers. MicroSave intends to hire for the Training and Programme Manager  in Nairobi, Kenya.

Job Description: 

MicroSave is managing The Helix Institute of Digital Finance which provides world class training on digital financial services and is also conducting research on mobile money agent networks around the world.

The major responsibility of this position is to manage the training under The Helix Institute. These trainings are attended by mobile money professionals from around the world, and will take place 3-5 times a year.

In the intervening periods this manager will support the organisation of international events to present results from research and generally help co-ordinate programme related work.

Key Responsibilities include: 

Overseeing the organisation of premium training programmes on a regular basis.

This involves: Supporting the marketing of the training programme,

identifying potential participants and actively recruiting them,

managing the training scholarship programme,

preparing the materials for the training programmes,

managing event logistics and client relationships before and during the training events,

managing contracting and logistics for experts and associated consultants,

providing on-site support during the training programme.

Other Responsibilities include:

Assisting with the coordination and follow-up of the on-going programme activities such as:

managing preparations and logistics for programmes in different countries and tracking programme activities/deliverables.

Required Experience: 

Interested persons should have a minimum of five years of overseeing the organisation and management of international professional training.

They need to understand best practices in training, be highly organised, and detail oriented.

Experience in project management and with mobile money and/or finance will be valued highly.

Other Qualifications and Requirements

A degree in Business Administration or a related field from reputed institution

Strong communication skills in spoken and written English

Strong communication skills and interpersonal skills.

Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment and ability to do multitask under pressure

Last date for submitting application will be Friday, December 13th, 2013.

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TRAINING ASSISTANT (KENYAN JOBS AND JOBS IN KENYA NOVEMBER 2013)

Title: Training Assistant

Based in Dadaab Refugee Camp

The Danish Refugee Council is an international non-governmental organization that promotes and supports durable solutions to the problems faced by refugees and internally displaced people all over the world. DRC has been providing relief and development services in the Horn of Africa region since 1997. The DRC Kenya Program is seeking qualified candidates for the following positions: Training Assistant.

Working under the supervision of the Training Officer, the holder will support the livelihoods scholarship component in Dadaab which includes professional, technical and vocational training.

Key responsibilities include: Support the implementation of learning needs assessments for the identified target groups, support the identification and selection of credible training institutions that DRC can partner with to provide training products and conduct institutional visits and feedback sessions with students to ensure ongoing learning.

Requirements: 

Bachelor’s degree or Higher National Diploma in Education with a minimum 2-years’ working experience both as a professional teacher/tutor in a government institution and/or with INGOs in the field of education and scholarship administration.

Possess a good understanding of the relationship between skills development and general livelihoods, team-player with solid networking skills and a capacity for intellectual leadership when working with colleagues and collaborators of different nationalities and cultural backgrounds.

Please note that the above positions are on a 1-year contract with possibility of extension. Qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications which should include a 1-page cover letter clearly stating their motivation, qualifications and a CV.

Applications should include salary expectations and contact details of three professional referees. One referee must be the applicant’s most recent manager. Applications should be sent to: drcjobs@drckenya.org and have the subject heading and location of the position that is being applied for. Deadline for receiving applications is 6th December, 2013 Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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TRAINING OFFICERS (KENYAN JOBS AND JOBS IN KENYA NOVEMBER 2013)

Title: Training Officers (2 positions)

2 Positions – 1 based in Dadaab Refugee Camp, 1 based in Nairobi

The Danish Refugee Council is an international non-governmental organization that promotes and supports durable solutions to the problems faced by refugees and internally displaced people all over the world. DRC has been providing relief and development services in the Horn of Africa region since 1997. The DRC Kenya Program is seeking qualified candidates for the following positions: Training Officers

The focus of the role is to design and implement participatory needs assessments and identify appropriate training interventions to increase knowledge and practical skills at different needs levels, identify and select credible training institutions that DRC can partner with to provide training products and serve as the liaison with these educational institutions as well as the relevant government and county education departments and assist in the development of MOUs with the identified training institutions.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Education with a minimum 3-years’ working experience both as a professional teacher/tutor in a government institution and/or with INGOs in the field of education and scholarship administration at Graduate Teacher/Officer level with supervisory responsibilities.

Possess a good understanding of the relationship between skills development and general livelihoods, excellent skills in preparing progress reports, monitoring and evaluation.

Solid management/leadership skills with multidisciplinary teams; team-player with excellent networking skills and a capacity for intellectual leadership when working with colleagues and collaborators of different nationalities and cultural backgrounds.

Please note that the above positions are on a 1-year contract with possibility of extension.

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications which should include a 1-page cover letter clearly stating their motivation, qualifications and a CV.

Applications should include salary expectations and contact details of three professional referees. One referee must be the applicant’s most recent manager. Applications should be sent to: drcjobs@drckenya.org and have the subject heading and location of the position that is being applied for. Deadline for receiving applications is 6th December, 2013. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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TRAINING OFFICER (KENYAN JOBS AND JOBS IN KENYA OCTOBER 2013)

Title: Training Officer

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead effective organization of training workshops
• Market training programs in various African regions, recruit participants and facilitators
• Network with human resource managers, talent managers, training coordinators and directors of organizations
• Lead the development of customized training programs and training partnership initiatives
• Manage online, email, and phone inquiries and registration from potential participants
• Manage payments, maintain proper records and liaise with requisite staff to develop promotional materials
• Facilitate the preparation of training proposals for organizations and funders
• Prepare training and meeting reports, and facilitate the preparation of board materials

Qualifications and Experience

• Master’s degree in the social sciences
• At least 5 years’ experience in a similar position
• Excellent administration and leadership skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Proficiency in French will be an advantage

Interested candidates who meet the requirements above should submit their applications enclosing a detailed CV, quoting current and expected remuneration and providing contact details of three referees to the address below. Online applications should be sent to jobs@aphrc.org by November 13, 2013.

Please, indicate the title of the position you are applying for on the subject line of the email application or on the envelope. Only short listed candidates will be contacted. 

The Human Resources Officer

African Population Health Research Center

2nd floor, APHRC Campus, Manga Close

P. O Box 10787-00100, GPO,

Nairobi

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TRAINING SPECIALIST (JOBS AND VACANCIES IN KENYA OCTOBER 2013)

Title: Training Specialist

About the job

Methodological strengthening and development: The Training Coordinator will work in close cooperation with the rest of the GP NAIROBI trainer team and provide strong support and input in the development of trainings and training material. The Training Coordinator should provide methodological input, guidance and support to the different training clusters and the team as a whole, in order to strengthen and develop the methodological capacities of the team. The Training Coordinator will also play an essential role in supporting the GP NAIROBI trainer team in the process of continued contextualization of the training material to fit within the East African context.

Training and facilitation:

The Training Coordinator will be the main responsible in developing and conducting Training of Trainers at GP NAIROBI. As part of the methodological strengthening and development the Training Coordinator will also train and/or facilitate internal Training of Trainers workshops for the GP NAIROBI trainer team.

Development and establishment of Associate concept/voluntary trainer team: The participation of volunteer trainers is a substantial part of how trainings are developed, designed and delivered in AADK. A core task for the Training Coordinator will thus be the development of the set-up and framework around a group of voluntary trainers associated to the GP NAIROBI training clusters. Research tasks: The Training Coordinator will be involved in research tasks of various kinds, related to the creative method development of the trainings and training material as well as the general Training of Trainers Framework within AADK.

About you

• Insight and experience with non-formal education, and a clear understanding of AADK’s vision, strategy and structure.
• Strong methodological skills and in-depth knowledge in the field of peer-to-peer, action-reflection learning and participatory training methods.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to pass on knowledge and inspire others.
• Able to take initiative and responsibility of your own tasks and duties.
• Adjust expectations to suit the reality on the ground when cooperating with different stakeholders both internally, as-well as externally.
• Adapt to changes easily and with a positive and flexible attitude, and addresses conflicts in a constructive and open manner.
• Prepared and accepting when cooperating with co-workers and partners with a different background, work culture and way of life than yourself.
• Are clear and realistic in relation to setting expectations to others, concerning tasks, deadlines, responsibility and cooperation.

Employment Conditions

Contract period: 01.12.2013 to 31.10.2015

Monthly salary: DKK 13.966,00

Pension: 10% of the salary

You will have to pay tax of the salary

Global Platform positions is generally considered as un-accompanied positions.

How to apply:

Click the link http://delta.hr-manager.net/ApplicationForm/ApplicationForm.aspx?cid=354&departmentId=11133&ProjectId=153358&MediaId=5&wStep=1

Deadline: 1st of November 2013

Interviews will be held in week 45

For more information contact GP Nairobi Manager Phillip K. Chikwiramako, pch@ms.dk

Deadline for applications: 1 November 2013

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TRAINING TEAM INTERN (JOBS AND VACANCIES IN KENYA SEPTEMBER 2013)

Role Description

To provide general training support

• Deal with all aspects of organising training events and workshops organised by RedR UK in Kenya.
• Manage the relationship with course participants ensuring they are provided with a high level of customer service.
• Organise course materials, ensuring all RedR’s training rooms are always tidy and well-stocked with stationery; prepare, compile and copy workbooks and handouts; prepare welcome packs, CDs and flash drives
• Liaise with Associate Trainers and arrange contracts
• Deal with all aspects of training finance, including processing course payments, sending and processing invoices, processing travel expense claims, and accurately and efficiently maintaining and monitoring finance records in coordination with the Finance Officer.
• Work with the team to ensure all the courses are marketed effectively and support the Marketing assistant as required
• Attend training courses to support the trainers, run the registration desk, manage the catering, and ensure the courses run smoothly
• Be responsible for post-course work including processing evaluation forms and training impact assessments
• Ensure all other materials for training courses are ordered and available when required
• Input & update information on the database and website

To provide M & E support:

• Data collection and analysis- responsible for collection of information through training evaluations, data entry and analysis to support the on-going monitoring and evaluation of the RedR Kenya Programme
• Keep the training team up to date with trends observed from assessments and data collected
• Provide training statistics and data requirements in line with the IP M&E system
• Monitor indicators within the Theory of Change M&E framework and individual donot log frames to assess progress and impact of the Kenya programme activities
• Lead in development of local systems and tools to meet the monitoring and evaluation requirements for IP and individual donors
• Work closely with the IP desk and L&D department in sharing information to feed back into training development and quality control
• Participate in the design, evaluation and testing of new course material in line with identified needs
• Provide training and orientation to RedR staff and ATs on RedR’s Theory of Change model for M&E and best practice
• Work with the training team in undertaking follow up of participating agencies and their staff from selected courses
• Support the training team, RedR UK staff or external consultants in undertaking evaluations or case studies
• Any other reasonable tasks or duties as required by line manager or organisation.

Person Specification

• Marketing experience, ideally in an NGO setting, and a strong understanding of steps needed to engage with and promote training services to key target audiences.
• Good knowledge of social media channels.
• Experience of Kenya-based media, particular key contacts in the social affairs/humanitarian sector.
• A commitment to RedR’s humanitarian mission and values and a strong interest in or knowledge of the East African humanitarian sector.
• Knowledge of key communications channels used by humanitarian community in East Africa.
• Experience of brand management / brand adherence.
• Excellent writing skills, including good grammar, spelling and accuracy.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including a confident, polite and friendly phone manner.
• Good MS Office and general computer skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with colleagues in order to undertake tasks.
• Cheerful, hands-on and methodical attitude.
• Able to undertake basic administrative tasks such as document and information collation, filing, creating word documents, simple spreadsheets etc.
• Organised with excellent attention to detail.

Expectations, Authority and Accountability

• We expect all volunteers to undertake the agreed responsibilities in a professional manner and to work in a spirit of mutual respect for colleagues in RedR.
• We would expect you to demonstrate behaviour that is consistent with RedR’s values.
• You will be provided with a briefing to the role and responsibilities and support where identified either pre assignment or during assignment.
• We would encourage you to engage in the nature of RedR’s work such as attending country briefings/talks, reading e-bulletins, newsletters and other materials, where available.
• You are accountable to the Programme Manager in terms of your activities and tasks.
• The Programme Manager is accountable to you for ensuring a clear role brief, support and for ensuring your health and safety in the workplace.

How to apply:

Please submit your application form to HR.kenya@redr.org.uk before close of business on 27th September, 2013.

Due to our limited resources only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please assume you haven’t been shortlisted if you haven’t heard from us 3 weeks from the closing date.

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TRAINING EXECUTIVE (JOBS AND VACANCIES IN KENYA SEPTEMBER 2013)

Recruiter:            Human Capital Synergies (HCS) Africa Ltd             

Contract               Permanent

Location:              Nairobi

Available:            November 2013

Job Specification

Our client, a value based youth Association is currently looking to fill the position of Training Executive. The role is responsible for all training programs

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource, Education, or related field.
• 5 years experience in Training and employee relations

Leadership skills

• Strong presentation and public speaking abilities
• Strong verbal, listening and written communication skills
• Ability to be proactive, self motivated and self-directed
• Excellent customer care skills
• IT compliant

Click here to apply for this position

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