Research Analyst Jobs at IDC - Kenya

Job Title: Research Analyst

Employer: IDC - Kenya
Duty Station: Nairobi,
Application Deadline: 15th Aug 2013

Job Details
Company Description
IDC is the premier global provider of market intelligence, advisory services, and events for the information technology, telecommunications, and consumer technology markets. IDC helps IT professionals, business executives, and the investment community make fact-based decisions on technology purchases and business strategy. More than 1000 IDC analysts provide global, regional, and local expertise on technology and industry opportunities and trends in over 110 countries worldwide. For more than 47 years, IDC has provided strategic insights to help our clients achieve their key business objectives. IDC’s Insights businesses provide industry-focused advice for IT buyers in the Financial, Government, Health, Retail, Manufacturing and Energy verticals. IDC is a subsidiary of IDG, the world's leading technology media, research, and events company. You can learn more about IDC by visiting our website.
Additional Information
Experience: Associate
Functions: Research
Industries: Market Research
Job ID: 6350611
Job Description;
The role although based in Kenya will be specifically focusing on market developments on the South African Markets.
Conducting primary and secondary market research and analyzing business and market trends
Assisting the Senior Analysts in managing high profile accounts in the region
Working with quantitative market sizing and forecasting analytical tools;
Preparing thorough and well-organized reports, writing of summaries, publications & conclusions
Requirements;
• University degree from a well-recognized university.
• Relevant total work experience of at least 3 years shall be dedicated to working in the Telecoms Domain;
• Demonstrable Knowledge of the overall African ICT markets;
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Industry-specific knowledge within Telecoms is Mandatory.
• An understanding of the Telecoms industry.
• Excellent writing skills with relevant published reports and/or studies available for review;
• Excellent presentation skills and confident in client engagement models.
• Ability to discuss and analyze technical issues;
• An aptitude for business analysis, quantitative analysis and strategic insights;
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively;
How to Apply:
Apply Here.

Solution Architect Jobs at Ericsson in Kenya

Job Title: Solution Architect - M-Commerce

Employer: Ericsson
Duty Station: Nairobi,
Application Deadline:30th Aug 2013

Job Details;
Company Description
Ericsson is the world's leading provider of communications technology and services. Our offering comprises services, software and infrastructure within Information and Communications Technology for telecom operators and other industries. We are enabling the Networked Society with efficient real-time solutions that allow us all to study, work and live our lives more freely, in sustainable societies around the world.
Job Description;
M-Commerce, including mobile payments and person-to-person money transfers, is identified as a high a growth area in the coming years within Ericsson, providing a substantial global market potential - for us and our customers.Ericsson is now looking to strengthen its team in Sub-Sahara Africa with a number of Solution Architects to drive and further grow its M-Commerce business.
This is a position for an experienced Solution Architect, preferably working already in the M-Commerce domain. As a Solution Architect, you will have frequent customer interaction and will be responsible for managing customer requirements and proposing, based on evaluation, competitive solution alternatives.
You are part of the Region’s Engagement Practices and work closely with Customer Unit teams from pre-sales through the implementation and conclusion stages. In the pre-sales stage you will take the lead as customer solution responsible for all sales support activities, including workshops, presentations and responding to RFP’s. Depending on the opportunity, you might continue in the delivery stage as lead delivery solution architect with responsibility for the end-to-end delivery execution. Part of your role will also be to support business development and portfolio management activities, identifying and specifying main business processes that our solutions support. Moreover, you are experienced in handling constant change of scope and execute your leadership with respect to Ericsson resources as well as third party suppliers and subcontractors.
• Analyze customer requirements and propose technical and competitive solutions.
• Participate in presales activities such as workshops and RFP requests. Take lead as Customer Solution responsible, ‘owning’ the solution offered. Develop solution description including solution proposal, design and 3rd party vendor selection.
• Participate and drive evaluation of 3PP’s suppliers/products and solutions.
• Analyze how security requirements from various aspects should be interpreted and suggest best possible adherence.
• Participate in project execution as Lead Delivery Solution Architect. Manage the customer solution throughout execution phase including active communication with customer and internal stakeholders.
• Identify add-on sales opportunities to continuously improve margins.
• Drive changes in the methods, processes and guidelines within the customer organization as well as internally. Act as a manager/leader/mentor in day to day situations to provide insights for less experienced colleagues in the region.
• Drive add on sales and business opportunities in order to increase sales, margins and to develop services portfolio.
• Follow up on delivered solutions on an agreed regular basis with customers to keep yourself informed about the life cycle evolvement.• Recognized as a leader in knowledge sharing communities.
• Expected to travel internationally and locally when required.
Requirements;
• University degree in Engineering, ICT or equivalent
• 10+years of relevant professional experience of which at least 5 years in a similar role.
• Strong personal track record from Senior, or equivalent, Solution/Enterprise Architect position, preferably with experience from transactional services, brokering services, charging solutions and hosting models
• Strong track record in engaging with customers and participation in external forums and events.
• Deep experiences of driving analysis of how requirements can be implemented from a technical perspective based on strong business understanding.
• Significant experience from implementation of M-Commerce and SI projects.
• Strong M-Commerce market knowledge and extensive experience to translate value propositions that should be communicated to the market and secure winning propositions.
• Strong understanding of how project management and engagement models work.
• Excellent language skills in English. Skills in other main languages like French is a plus.
How to Apply:
Please add your CV and personal letter as a word or PDF in your application
Apply at our website.http://www.ericsson.com/

Health Plans Manager Jobs in Kenya at PharmAccess Foundation

Job title: Health Plans Manager

Employer: PharmAccess Foundation
Duty Station: Nairobi,
Application Deadline:22nd Aug 2013

Job Description;
The Health Plans Manager will report to the Director of Health Plans in Amsterdam. The main tasks of the Manager will be to:
• Act as a member of the PharmAccess Kenya management team
• Lead the PharmAccess Health Plans team in Kenya
• Oversee the implementation of the Health Plans in Kenya, including scheme development and management, setting up an annual business plan, seeking local funding opportunities, monitoring of budgets and outputs, marketing and research, healthcare facility upgrades and quality assurance
• Collaborate closely with our implementing partners and other in-country stakeholders
• Represent PharmAccess on health insurance topics in Kenya
• Support the PharmAccess Country Representative in business development, securing local funding and stakeholder initiatives in both the private and the public domain
• Prepare management reports both for internal use and for external third party financers
Requirements;
• At least ten years of work experience in the financial services industry.
• Experience of working in (health) insurance in Kenya or other sub-Saharan countries.
• Experience of working in an international environment
• Strong understanding of (health) insurance: e.g. administration, marketing, distribution, quality, developments and innovations.
• Strong project management and managerial skills - result driven and able to lead and motivate a diverse group of ambitious colleagues and partners.
• Strong analytical and writing skills: data analysis and interpretation, managing budgets and clear and accurate reporting.
• Excellent communication skills: an ability to interact effectively with multiple stakeholders and with people with different cultural backgrounds.
• Suitable candidates will require a relevant Master’s degree.

Apply now: recruitment@pharmaccess.org

Legal Internships Opportunity at Google Kenya

Job Title: Legal Intern

Employer: Google
Duty Station: Nairobi,
Application Deadline: 15th Aug 2013

Job Description
Google's legal department is at the center of an information law revolution, and you're at its core. As a Legal Assistant, you are a driving force behind the success of your Legal team, ready to roll up your sleeves to create and improve processes, maintain records, conduct legal research and coordinate communications across the team. As you closely support your team, you may find yourself working with multiple groups within the Legal Department, internal clients across Google, and external parties. You're an independent thinker who isn't afraid to ask questions, and you're organized in a way that never overlooks the details.
As a Legal Intern with a specialization in intellectual property, technology or media law, you will contribute to the legal team’s efforts in a variety of areas including commercial agreements, marketing projects as well as dispute resolution and litigation. Candidates should be capable of producing high-quality legal research and analysis work in a flexible, fast-paced environment and have the ability to work in English, orally and in writing.
Responsibilities;
Conduct cross jurisdiction legal research on a wide variety of legal topics including: intellectual property, consumer regulations, media law, advertising law, etc.
Draft and/or localise commercial agreements.
Respond to various legal requests from users and third parties in relation to Google services.
Assist the legal team in the preparation and the management of court actions.
Participate in the creation of an internal knowledge base for the legal team.
Area
20th century laws don't always solve 21st century problems, and Google Legal crafts innovative approaches for tackling some of the toughest legal challenges of the information age. Whether you're a patent attorney, an intellectual property expert or an engineer headed to law school, Google Legal lets you tackle unanswered legal quandaries and create new precedents. Our innovative services raise challenging questions that demand creative and practical answers. We provide those answers by working at the crossroads of the law and new technology, helping Google build innovative and important products for users around the world.
Requirements;
• Degree (LL.B. or equivalent). In lieu of degree, relevant skills or equivalent experience.
• Recent graduate (12 months or less since graduation).
• Excellent legal analysis and research skills.
• Excellent knowledge of online technologies and Google services.
• Hard working, well organised and able to manage numerous projects simultaneously under deadline pressure.
• Excellent written and oral skills in English. French would be an added advantage.

Apply Here

Project Development Manager Horn of Africa Jobs in Kenya at ACTED

Job Title: Kenya - Project Development Manager Horn of Africa

Employer: ACTED
Duty Station: Nairobi,
Application Deadline: 30th Aug 2013

Job Details:
Profile;
The Project Development Manager is in charge of managing in liaison with the director of the cluster Horn of Africa and the Deputy Country director for Kenya / Somalia to ensure:
1) the development of adapted, relevant and qualitative project proposals
2) the production of timely reports for ongoing projects
3) the follow up of Programme strategy and internal communication amongst programme teams.
He/she assists the deputy Country Director and Director for Horn of Africa in developing a country communications strategy, both internal and external.
He/She is in charge of maintaining an in-depth insight on donors and other stakeholders ‘strategies, activities and opportunities in-country, in line with ACTED’s overall programme strategy
1. Project Cycle Management and Reporting
• Facilitate the development and implementation of project cycle management;
• Liaise regularly with Area Coordinators, Programme Managers and technical staff to ensure solid knowledge and follow up on project implementation and the production of quality reports across areas and across Donors;
• Ensure reporting and contractual requirements are met and reports to donors reflect the progress and status of projects in a transparent, timely and professional manner.
• Ensure in particular that reporting guidelines, formats, philosophy, deadlines for each project and donor is communicated clearly and standardized across the region for new and on-going projects
• Follow up the implementation of the Project Management framework (PMF, ACTED PCM Tool) for all projects
• Keep track of all projects and programmes monitoring and evaluation schedules and work with field staff to design and implement monitoring and evaluation procedures;
• Work in close relation with AME Department to develop and incorporate more solid monitoring and evaluation components in reports;
• Work in close relation with Finance Department and ACTED HQ to ensure greater coherence between financial and narrative reports, and ensure steady cash inflow based on the timeliness and quality of report submissions.
2. Information System:
• Work with all departments to follow up project and programmes databases incl. work on the nomenclature used (official names etc.);
• Ensure that appraisal, monitoring and evaluation and donor reports are made useful for fundraising and proposal development strategy and add to the general base of field knowledge in the country for all organisations working in the area;
• Set up a Resource Centre at the regional cluster’s office regularly updated with appropriate and relevant external and internal resources.
• Diffuse information to other internal stakeholders
• Ensure that all meetings are held and documented (monthly management meetings, capital coordination meetings, area coordination meetings, weekly base meetings, quarterly country coordination meetings);
• Follow-up meetings at the field level and/or in the capital, between the bases and between the Country Managers;
• Draft and / or supervise agenda and minutes of region-wide meetings.
3. Proposal Development and External Relations and Donor Strategy
• Participate in and contribute to defining and formalising an ACTED strategy in the area.
• Update on a weekly and monthly basis the external relations database (donor follow up), which documents latest negotiations and proposal possibilities with a number of key donors;
• Update monthly the reporting follow up and ensure smooth and regular communication with ACTED HQ Project Development Department.
• Mobilise Area Coordinators, Programme Managers and technical staff to ensure that proposals are developed in a cohesive and professional manner and in line with ACTED country strategy and donor requirements;
• Act as point of contact for all Donor communication, including the organisation of and hosting of Donor visits in the field.
• Address ad hoc donor requests in liaison with the director of the cluster Horn of Africa and the Deputy Country director for Kenya / Somalia
• Take the lead in the development, drafting and consolidation of project proposals and fundraising documents in liaison with ACTED HQ Project Development Department and other stakeholders
4. External Communication
• Define the main target groups, activities, resources and partnerships needed;
• Ensure continuum of PR activities, including formal presentations, engaging media for coverage on success stories, updating project-specific and regional fact sheets, and documenting publications featuring ACTED in the media ;
• Provide ACTED Global with full information on projects whenever needed.
• Participate in ACTED Global communication strategy by providing regular informal updates on projects, by sending pictures and articles on projects progress and/or specific events for ACTED Newsletter and Annual Report.
Qualifications;
• Postgraduate diploma in International Development and (or) relevant Master’s level degree (anthropology, development studies, humanitarian aid, sociology);
• Fluency in written and spoken English
• Proficiency in written and spoken English
• Strong writing abilities and analytical skills
• Skills in political sciences or international relations
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure
• Previous experience in the humanitarian field, proposals development, and donor relations are required
• Previous experience abroad is required
Conditions;
Salary defined by the ACTED salary grid; educational level, expertise, hardship, security, and performance are considered for pay bonus
Additional monthly living allowance
Free food and lodging provided at the organisation’s guesthouse/or housing allowance (depending on contract length and country of assignment)
Transportation costs covered, including additional return ticket + luggage allowance
Provision of medical, life, and repatriation insurance + retirement package
How to Apply:
 Send, in English, your cover letter, CV, and three references to the address provided.
Ref: PDO/KEN/SA
ACTED
Att: Human Resources Department
33, rue Godot de Mauroy
75009 Paris
France
Fax. + 33 (0) 1 42 65 33 46
For more information, visit us at www.acted.org

East African Regional Communication Coordinator Jobs at Afrobarometer in Kenya

Job Title: East African Regional Communication Coordinator

Employer: Afrobarometer
Duty Station: Nairobi,
Application Deadline: 30th August 2013

Job Description
Summary:
A central purpose of the public attitude surveys is to give voice to ordinary Africans in policy-making on the continent.  Communicating Afrobarometer survey findings to the policy community and beyond is a core objective of the Afrobarometer Network. The Institute for Development Studies (IDS), University of Nairobi is the Afrobarometer Core Partner for East Africa, working with National Partners (NPs) in five countries in the region (Burundi, Ethiopia, Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda) to implement Afrobarometer surveys and communications activities.
The Afrobarometer Communications Coordinator to be based at IDS will train National Partners in media & presentation skills, writing press releases and presentations;  reviewing documents produced by the National Partners for publication; assisting National Partners in event planning; managing policy outreach in the countries within the core partner region; developing working relationships with journalists; and assisting the Afrobarometer Network Communications Manager  in developing a continent-wide communications strategy.
Duties;
• Works with National Partners to build their communication skills, to develop dissemination and media strategies, and to plan and prepare for dissemination events
• Under the direction of Network Communication Manager, initiates and maintains relationships with journalists and civil society & governance organizations
• Monitors media outlets within countries under Core Partner jurisdiction for news that relates to Afrobarometer
• Prioritizes and attends regional governance meetings related to Afrobarometer convened by NGOs, government & donors among other institutions
• Conceives and implements communications projects that will work with non-IT literate audiences
• Analyzes effectiveness of National Partners' work in communications to assess the need for coaching and follow-up
• Creates and executes outreach and other projects to keep generating coverage for Afrobarometer following the close of official disseminations
• Helps maintain dissemination, press release and report calendars
• Plans and executes project-oriented media and NGO outreach/community events
• Researches specific issues or inquiries regarding program- or project-related topics and reports back findings to Core Partner Project and Network Communication Manager.
• Utilizes various computer programs to track data and create presentations, charts, graphs, tables, and memos
• Works with Network Communication Manager and Capacity Building Manager on training national partners in communications skills, public speaking, use of social media and related skills
• Works with Communication Manager, Web-Site Coordinator and other Coordinators to keep constant flow of new materials for website
• Works with communication manager and other coordinators to tweet regularly (either directly or through the Social Media Coordinator) about dissemination events, Afrobarometer-relevant conferences and meetings, and related events
• Builds relationships with influential people to engage them as partners and collaborators in Afrobarometer work .
Other Information;
This is a one year, fixed-term appointment;
Salary commensurate with skills and experience
Requirements;
• Undergraduate or graduate degree in communications or related field.
• Five to eight years of related work experience, or a combination of education and experience that would provide for the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
• Experience developing and implementing communications strategy
• Thorough knowledge of media relations strategies
• Thorough knowledge of electronic and print media systems
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills and demonstrated ability to work in a multi-national environment are essential;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong presentation and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated capacity to continuously develop knowledge and skills related to use of rapidly changing technology
• Strong time management skills.
• Must be able to handle multiple “priority” projects simultaneously and set and meet deadlines, and use communications skills to ensure that National Partners and senior leaders do the same.
• Must have demonstrated ability to manage own work without supervision.
• Must have built some relationships  among NGOs, advocacy organizations or political parties.
• Skilled in the use of personal computer including Microsoft Office Suite; experience in SPSS is desirable; experience with Final Cut pro or other video editing software an advantage.
• Some experience with and much enthusiasm for Twitter, Facebook and other social media.
• The ability to communicate fluently in English is required; French proficiency is a strong advantage, but not required.
• Willingness to travel in the East Africa region, and occasionally beyond, on a regular basis.
How to Apply:
Apply  Here.
For more information on the Afrobarometer, please visit www.afrobarometer.org

Managing Director Jobs in Kenya at KK Security Services Limited

Job Title: Managing Director

Employer: KK Security Services Limited
Duty Station: Nairobi,
Application Deadline:23rd Aug 2013

Job Details
Job Description
KK Security Services Limited (the Kenya trading company) is the leading provider of security and safety services and solutions for discerning, high profile clients right across Kenya. The Kenya business is part of the region’s leading international safety and security group with operations in 7 African countries and around 20,000 employees.
KK Group’s main operation cuts across the following industry sectors:
•Oil & Gas
•Mining
•Leisure and Tourism
•Diplomatic/ NGO
•Transport and Logistics
•Financial Institutions Insurance
•Agriculture
•Retail
•Ports & Airports
•Manufacturing/ Industrial
•Education / Learning
•Residential
•Communications
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, KK Security Services Limited is looking to recruit a dynamic and passionate Managing Director who will be responsible for providing leadership, guidance and support for the Kenya management team as they seek to improve service delivery, drive growth, control costs and implement new products and services in line with the Group’s strategy and business plan.
This role, whilst based in Nairobi, will require travel throughout Kenya.
The Managing Director will contribute to the overall development of the business and play a key role in the company’s aggressive growth agenda.
Responsibilities:
•Directing and supporting the senior management team ensuring that best practice and business excellence is applied consistently.
•Utilising resources efficiently, effectively and in a timely manner to meet contractual requirements, internal KPI’s and in line KK Group’s overarching strategy and business plan.
•Leading, coaching, managing and motivating senior managers to ensure company values, ethical standards, policies, procedures and organisational vision are adhered to at all times.
•Overseeing the financial control of the Kenya business and all matters relating to income and expenditure, reporting in a consistent and timely manner, as well as overseeing preparation of budgets and forecasts as required.
•Promoting a culture of employee engagement, training, development and empowerment to ensure job satisfaction, employee retention and on-going operational and financial improvement.
•Developing and maintaining a culture of partnership with key stakeholders resolving issues whilst driving continuous improvement to maximise business growth.
•Promoting and maintaining a positive health and safety culture ensuring the achievement of high standards at all times.
•Identifying business growth opportunities ensuring that innovative and operationally viable solutions are developed, won and mobilised within both financial and contractual parameters.
Representing the company at key stakeholder groups e.g. The Kenya Security Industry Association.
Desired Skills & Experience
KK Security Services Limited is an equal opportunity employer and provides good terms and conditions of employment. A diverse set of candidates is being sought for formal consideration.
Requirements;
•Demonstrate a passion for putting people first and understand the need to lead by example.
•Experience in managing a large business with geographically dispersed operations with a significant level of direct labour content.
•Demonstrate evidence of a clear understanding of operational principles to ensure continuous delivery of excellent service levels and client satisfaction.
•A proven track record of working in complex commercially focused businesses.
•Direct experience of leading large teams and ensuring clear focused communications are achieved.
•Proven experience of budget accountability and achieving success.
•Dynamic self starter, demonstrating excellent personal and managerial effectiveness.
•Ability to be strategic and hands-on.
•Results driven and thrives in a high performance environment with a strong focus on local accountability.
•Proven business and financial acumen.
•Ability to influence and motivate teams.
•Innovative and develops profitable and sustainable business solutions.
•Strong team player, excellent communication, analytical and interpersonal skills.
•Outstanding relationship builder with key stakeholders, both internal and external.
How to Apply:
Send applications n CV to:
KK Security Services Limited
P O Box 14662
-00800 Nairobi Kenya
Tel: +254 20 / 4245000 / 4445090/ 4448858
Mobile: +254 734 622226 / 0722 205502
Fax: +254 20 4448723
E-Mail: kknairobi@kksecurity.com