Mercy Corps Agri-Fin Mobile Program Advisor Job in Kampala Uganda

Mercy Corps is looking to fill the position of Agri-Fin Mobile Program Advisor to be based in Kampala, Uganda.
 

The Agri-Fin Mobile program approach works with partners to build sustainable models, where farm and crop management tools and financial services are “bundled” in affordable, unified platforms on mobile phone channels to promote mass uptake commercially. 

The Program Advisor will be responsible for technical oversight of the program, market research and partner development as well as supporting country coordinators to manage project implementation.
 

Job Type: Full Time, with 50% international travel
 

Duties:

• Maintain a clear vision and strategy for the program that can be clearly communicated to team members, government, partners, investors, media, Mercy Corps colleagues and program clients;
• Develop close working relationships with all project participants and stakeholders – including the primary stakeholders, operations departments, private sector and NGOs – all parties required to establish a shared vision of the project and achieve objectives;
• Review business plans annually based on new opportunities, including products, financial and outreach projections;
• Document all lessons learned from the program and prepare periodic case studies, beneficiary stories and annual e-books for publication;
• Lead the process of writing, editing, assembling, and submitting program reports as well as publishing all program related case studies, e-books and lessons learned;
• Represent Mercy Corps and Agri-Fin Mobile at public events, conferences and workshops to promote the Agri-Fin Mobile program and disseminate learnings;
• Manage and promote program online resources such as website, facebook, twitter, etc;
• Actively seek opportunities to leverage the program. Work with Mercy Corps’ Social Innovations, TSUs, and country field offices to identify areas for program coordination, as well as opportunities for related new programming; and
• Provide ongoing and active support to developing Agri-Fin expansion strategies, and proposal development.

For full position requirements and to send an application, please visit:http://bit.ly/LqfYje

For this and other positions, please visit:www.mercycorps.org/careers

Britam Insurance Unit Manager Jobs in Kenya

Unit Manager- Insurance

We are seeking to fill the 4 vacancies as follows;

Unit Manager – Kitengela Branch (2) – Should reside in Kitengela and its environs
Unit Manager – Nairobi (2)

The individuals should be proactive and self-driven. They should have experience in recruiting and developing a high caliber team capable of meeting their individual and company targets. The individual should also be good selling insurance products and will also be expected to sell and meet a given personal target.

The main role of a Unit Manager will be to ensure that high production targets are met through a team of Financial advisors and his/her personal production. 

Key roles will include;

• Identify, recruit and retain high caliber financial advisors and meet the unit recruitment requirements
• Develop a high caliber, highly motivated, disciplined and productive team  of 15 or more capable of meeting their individual and company targets.
• Meet and exceed targets allocated to the unit on all lines of business.
• Co-ordinate, supervise and motivate Financial Advisors in the unit and ensure that company policies and procedures are observed and performance standards regarding profitability and efficiency are attained within the set deadlines.

Training: To give effective field training for all Financial Advisors in the Unit.

Professionalism: Promote and project in all sales activity a high degree of professionalism within the unit.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Experience

• Bachelor's degree or relevant professional qualifications in areas such as education, marketing, economics or finance and accounting with a strong flair for sales.  Computer literate (evidence required)
• Proven experience and success as a team manager in insurance sales will be a definite advantage;
• A high sales drive and a strong will to succeed with ability to manage others;
• Mature, confident, articulate and with strong communication skills;
• Results oriented with ability to work under strict deadlines and meet sales targets;
• Well groomed, presentable and strong interpersonal skills;

If this position is of interest to you, please email your detailed curriculum vitae and covering letter explaining how you would meet the demands of this challenging position giving full names and contacts of 3 referees to njomo@britam.co.ke

    
Applications should be received not later than Friday, 28th February 2014

Hard copies can be dropped at our offices Phoenix House, 1st floor, Kenyatta Avenue addressed to the Branch Manager.

In the event you do not hear from us by 1st June 2014, please consider your application unsuccessful as only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Aga Khan University Head, Institutional Research & Academic Planning Job in Kenya

The Aga Khan University (AKU) is a private, not for profit, international University first established in 1983, with 11 teaching sites in eight countries. 

The University invites applications for the following position:
 

Head, Institutional Research & Academic Planning
 

The incumbent will lead the University’s strategic decision making, planning and management by conceptualizing, developing and maintaining university wide data resources.

S/he will be responsible for the development of Databook, high level institutional research services, forecasting, benchmarking and processing requests for data analysis to assist the academic leadership in decision making based on facts and figures.

Applicants must possess a Master’s degree in statistical analysis, institutional research, and research methodology. 

S/he should have five years’ experience in higher education or similar setting with at least two years’ relevant experience in data analytics, simulation modeling techniques and business analysis.

Interested candidates are requested to send their applications together with detailed Curriculum Vitae, names of three referees, telephone contact, e-mail address and copies of certificates and testimonials to, the 

Human Resources Manager,

Aga Khan University, 

P.O. Box 39340 - 00623, 

Parklands Nairobi 

Email: hr.ans@aku.edu 

so as to reach no later than 21st February 2014

For more information please visit www.aku.edu.

Kindergarten Teacher Job in Kenya

Kindergarten Teacher

Our client is an upcoming private accredited kindergarten center catering to young children one (1) to seven (7) years of age. 

Our Client is looking for a young, energetic and passionate individual to fill the position of Kindergarten Teacher

 

Job Purpose

The Job holder will Provide an educational program for kindergarten students in an environment favourable to learning and personal growth; establishes effective rapport with children to promote positive attitudes of self-worth; motivates students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for further participation in the total school program, in accordance with each child's ability; establishes good relationships with parents and with other staff members

Key responsibilities

• Teaches elemental natural and social science, personal hygiene, music, art, and literature to children from 4 to 6 years old, to promote their physical, mental, and social development:
• Instructs children in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth in facility, such as preschool or day care centre.
• Plans individual and group activities for children, such as learning to listen to instructions, playing with others, and using play equipment.
• Supervises activities, such as field visits, group discussions, and dramatic play acting, to stimulate students' interest in and broaden understanding of their physical and social environment.
• Fosters cooperative social behavior through games and group projects to assist children in forming satisfying relationships with other children and adults.
• Encourages students in singing, dancing, rhythmic activities, and in use of art materials, to promote self-expression and appreciation of esthetic experience.
• Instructs children in practices of personal cleanliness and self-care.
• Alternates periods of strenuous activity with periods of rest or light activity to avoid overstimulation and fatigue.
• Observes children to detect signs of ill health or emotional disturbance, and to evaluate progress.
• Demonstrates activity.
• Structures play activities to instil concepts of respect and concern for others.
• Monitors individual and/or group activities to prevent accidents and promote social skills.
• Reads books to entire class or to small groups.
• Confers with parents to explain preschool and kindergarten program and to discuss ways they can develop their child's interest.
• Discusses students' problems and progress with parents.
• Plans instructional activities for teacher aide.
• Administers tests to determine each child's level of development according to design of test.
• Attends staff meetings.

Minimum Requirements

• A Certificate/Diploma in Early Childhood Education
• Bachelor s Degree an added advantage
• A minimum of 1 year of professional early childhood education teaching experience required
• Montessori curriculum experience an added advantage

Knowledge and attributes

• Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate curriculum practice for 4 and 5 year old children
• Demonstrated flexibility, adaptability and openness to new ideas in education practices, particularly related to Kindergarten Prep curriculum and materials
• Excellent customer service skills and the ability to create partnerships with families
• Proven strength in verbal and written communication and organizational skills
• Passionate, energetic, motivated, driven and fun

Salary: Kshs. (12,000 – 20,000) How to Apply If you are interested in the position and have the skills and talents our client is looking for, we would like to hear from you. 

Please upload a copy of your updated resume at http://www.dorbe-leitrecruit.co.ke/?page_id=387&j=419 before close of business 17th February, 2014. 

Only successful candidates will be contacted.