CGIAR Global Solutions Architect Job in Nairobi Kenya

Vacancy: Global Solutions Architect

About our organization: The One Corporate System (OCS) is an initiative to implement a new Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system using UNIT4 Business World (formerly known as Agresso) in nine (9) Centres and the Consortium Office from the CGIAR consortium of International Agricultural Research Centres.
 

A shared service, called the Operations Support Unit (OSU), has been set up to manage the operations and further develop the OCS project. The OSU is hosted by the World Agroforestry Centre (also known as the International Centre for Research in Agroforestry or ICRAF) which is one of the OCS member Centres. 

The CGIAR consortium conducts research is in more than 90 countries around the world. Its work contributes to the global effort to tackle poverty, hunger and major nutrition imbalances, and environmental degradation. The research is financed by many donors including the multi-donor CGIAR trust fund.

About the position: The Global Solutions Architect will work for the Operations Support Unit (OSU) of the OCS project. The position will be located at one of the OCS member headquarter offices to be agreed before appointment. 

The OCS initiative has implemented UNIT4 Business World (UBW). 

A single solutions design was developed with each member adding local configuration where necessary. 

The project is now moving into the operations and continual improvement phase.
 

The Global Solutions Architect will:

• Work with OCS Centres in the redesign and further improvement of their business processes using best practices that maintain the consistency and integrity of the OCS solution
• Identify business processes that can be mapped to a common design to be used by the OCS members to enhance the common build and technical configuration.
• Provide project management that will bring together resources from the OCS members with 3rd party experts, to build and implement future OCS developments.
• Develop, drive and maintain architectural standards, best practices and guidelines for the OCS project, which will include maintaining the integrity of the common base build, common coding structures and control lists.
• Provide technical input for the System Design Authority (SDA) when evaluating Centres’ requests for changes to the base build, to customise the system or for changes that could affect the ability to work together in future
• Manage the OSU team that provides 2nd level application support to the OCS members and deciding when issues should be escalated to a 3rd party for expert support
• Ensure that all solutions and documentation are shared with all OCS members, to prevent duplication of effort and resources.

Education and Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Information Systems or related fields with the right level of experience
• A Master’s degree in a relevant field would be an added advantage
• Certification in Project management, ERP implementation or business processes is desirable

Experience:

• At least 10 years of experience working with enterprise business processes and systems and 5 years implementing and developing UNIT4 Business World (formally Agresso Business World)
• Expert knowledge of the UNIT4 Business World for use in the design, configuration and development of the product
• Ability to understand, design and improve business processes for use in the development of solution designs or to solve complex issues
• Experience with project methodologies and practices such as SDLC or Agile
• Ability to explain and communicate with UNIT4 Business World experts to precisely describe issues and solutions
• Experience in managing virtual teams

Competencies:

• Must have good people and institutional management skills in order to influence OCS stakeholders to collaborate and work together to implement common processes, and to coordinate a dispersed application support team
• Is a team player but with the ability to initiate ideas and actions
• Can work independently as the expert in their field of work
• Excellent presentation and communication skills
• Effectively manages and communicates with colleagues and OCS stakeholders at all levels in many locations around the world
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously by delegating responsibilities and prioritizing effectively to consistently meet deadlines
• Fluency in oral and written English.

Terms of Offer: We offer a collegial, diverse and gender-sensitive working environment, and we strongly encourage applications from qualified women. 

This position is remunerated on International terms. 

The appointment will be for an initial period of three (3) years, subject to a nine (9) months’ probation period.

How to Apply
 

Go to http://worldagroforestry.org/working-for-icraf/vacancies
 

Applications will be considered until 19th August 2015. 

Please note that only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted.

RC Basic Counselling Skills Consultant Job in Kenya

Consultant Basic Counselling Skills
 

Sector: Women's Protection and Empowerment 

Location: Kenya 

Employee Type: Consultant  

Employee Category: Full Time
 

Background and Rationale: Since September 2010, the International Rescue Committee (IRC) has been implementing Gender Based Violence (GBV) in Hagadera refugee camp and in Kambioos camp since September 2011. 

The GBV program is designed to ensure women and girls are better protected and empowered to access opportunities, services, and support responsive to their needs.  

A key element of IRC’s GBV programming is the provision of survivor centered comprehensive case management including psychosocial support to GBV survivors who access services.  

Currently, the IRC has a team of 65 staff responsible for GBV programming. Given the complex and demanding nature of work, there is a need to capacity build community workers to improve on service delivery

Purpose of the Consultancy

• To create a deeper understanding on basic counselling skills and knowledge to the community workers
• To create self awareness to help them understand different personalities at the work place
• To understand the importance of ethics in counseling.

Key Topics / Tasks

• Basic counselling skills and techniques
• Counseling ethics
• How to conduct group therapy sessions for SGBV survivors
• Different personalities at the work place

Management

• Enhanced understanding of basic counselling skills, techniques, ethics and counselling practice through sample sessions.
• The Consultant will work in coordination with the WPE Manager who will review the training report before signing the certificate of completion

Deliverables

• Training and handouts for participants
• Training report

Duration: Two weeks (14th -25th Sep 2015) whereas the weekends will not be inclusive.

 Consultants Responsibilities

• To meet cost of medical expenses during the consulting period.
• To meet the cost of meals during the consulting period
• Prepare training curriculum and handouts
• Facilitation of the training
• Issue certificates of attendance

IRC Responsibilities

• Provide transport to and from the training venue and any other logistics involved
• Pay consultancy fees at a mutually agreed rate
• Provide training materials necessary for facilitation and writing materials for the participants
• Organize for the training venue
• Meet expenses related to the training such as conference package and accommodation

Requirements

• MSC in Counseling Psychology
• 3-5 years experience in counseling and training
• Experience working in GBV programs
• Experience in Kenya and/or a refugee-setting, preferred
• Be registered with an accredited counseling body

Kenyan nationals are encouraged to apply.  

International allowances are not available for this position. 

Salary and employee benefits are compliant to the Kenyan NGO Sector.

How to Apply

CLICK HERE to apply online

IRC leading the way from harm to home.

IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.

Disclaimer: Please take note that International Rescue Committee (IRC) does not ask for any fees in connection with its recruitment processes. In the event that you receive any request  for payment of any sort, please get in touch with us on Tel: +(254-020) 2727730, Email: IRCKenya@rescue.org or report to the nearest police.

Store Keeper

Store Keeper Job Description

Our client is one of the top lodges in the Masai Mara. Part of an international brand the company offers international standards of pay and employee benefits. As a world renowned provider of the best in quality and service our client is looking for a store keeper with a high level of integrity to manage all the stock control for the onsite store. The position comes with great responsibility but also great potential for growth in a fantastic international company.

Job Summary: 

Under the direction of the immediate supervisor, administers the operations of a store. Receives, verifies and sells merchandise. Provides information to and assists customers. Prepares purchase requisitions. Maintains inventory. Maintains files and prepares reports.

Major Duties and Responsibilities: 

1.      Oversees and administers the operations of a store. Receives, identifies and verifies merchandise.

2.       Maintains inventory. Uses inventory management software. Prepares purchase requisitions for the replacement of stock. Contacts suppliers or searches catalogues to determine price and additional details concerning new items. 

3.      Makes claims with transport companies if delivered merchandise has been damaged. 

4.      Maintains files appropriate to the activities of the unit, such as invoices, order number, receiving date, shipping date, etc. Prepares reports. 

5.      Verifies ledgers, statements and supporting documents. 

6.      Communicates with others in order to receive or transmit information. 

7.      Handles and stores merchandise or special products that require some knowledge of spontaneous combustion, toxicity, fragility, rapid deterioration, contamination, etc. 

8.      According to requirements and established procedures, arranges stock. In case of emergency or in order to replace outdated material, suggests substitutes available in the store. 

 Controls and carries out the lending and renting of tools, equipment, furnishings, and devices. Ensures that they are kept in good condition and that they are repaired or replaced as necessary.

Property/Building Manager

Location: Pangani

Salary 30-50K depending on experience

Working hours – 6 days a week

Our client is seeking a motivated and thorough property/building manager for a property in Pangani, Nairobi. The bulding houses among other establishments a lodgings and a restaurant.

We are seeking an experienced, mature individual, who has experience managing a property and staff, as well as dealing with the authorities. On top of this the ideal individual will have impeccable record and bookkeeping skills, an eye for detail and errors on bills etc and a savvy business mind.

A great, secure opportunity for someone looking for a position with responsibility and lodgings available.

Main roles and responsibilities:

Staff Issues

 Keep staff in line. Implement and keep records (up to date) of physical records that can help and can be produced on demand to help in this. e.g.  attendance sheets, payments slips, any disciplinary action must be put to writing and staff must sign, create JDs and have staff adhere to them, Maintain a relevant number of staff  (not to over or understaff. balance between casual and permanent staff to the benefit of the building. create rules and regulations  for a conducive environment e.g. monitor staff interactions with clients, have staff in there uniforms always e.t.c.

Deal with Authorities

Be able to deal with Authorities. e.g. City council- licences/health permits and other administration

Maintain relationships with public sectors and public bodies to ensure smooth running for the operation.

Also be able to deal with the other quasi government organisations regarding any issues-NHIF,NSSF,Music copyright authority,KRA..e.t.c

 Utility providers

Maintain an impeccable watch over utilities and a keen eye for detail in the case of errors. Must be capable of spotting and dealing with these issues without management involvement.

Maintenance.

Maintain a database of, electricians,plumbers, repair specialists to keep the buildings running. Set up and implement procurement process that guarantees best deals management(Supplier management and negotiating in procurement etc). Manage the property according to operational efficiency – maintain the building in good order whilst maintaining an incredibly efficient cost control on all repairs and refurbishments.

Record Keeping.

Generate comprehensive yet simple reports to be provided to owners regularly. Create
and maintain a system to cover all aspect – profit and loss, bookkeeping to follow income and expenses to include operational costs and other variable costs. Accurate and up to date record keeping is imperative. An understanding of accounts would be an advantage.

Key skills:

Attention to detail

Methodical and thorough

Motivated to ensure smooth and efficient operation

Organised

Management Skills

Bookkeeping and record keeping skills.

Minimum 4 years experience in a similar position. Running your own business in the past will be an advantage.

How to Apply:

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