Shared Service Delivery Lead, UBL

****Application deadline: 8th October 2014****

This role reports to the Service Delivery Manager, GDBS

Context/Scope
Diageo Africa comprises of four strategic business units - Africa Regional Markets, East Africa, Nigeria and Brandhouse. The newly created Africa Regional Markets includes Ghana, Cameroon Hub, Diageo Indian Ocean and Southern Africa (DISA) and Ethiopia.

This role supports Uganda Breweries Ltd. There are a total of 2 sites with 400 users. The back office is SAP Simple Business Model (SBM), as well as other business critical applications such as Brewmax.

The Diageo GDBS function has outsourced technical infrastructure services to IBM, SAP applications support to Accenture and network support to Verizon, as well as other applications to CSC. There are other local partners/providers that support some locally based systems. The role of the Shared Service Delivery Lead is to maintain business as usual support for UBL business unit, either through Diageo Shared Service and/or our service partners.

Market Complexity
- Good understanding of DIAGEO GDBS Shared Service support model and policies
and the mix of applications and technical Infrastructure that supports Diageo Business Services
- Stakeholders are located across multiple markets, from multiple cultures and based internally (Diageo Captive) and externally (non Diageo), which requires co-ordination and working alongside teams based in different geographical locations.
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Purpose of the Role
This role is concerned with IS Service Management and Service Delivery. The roleholder will support the operational activities related to technical infrastructure services working with our main support partners and local providers. SAP applications support and development features prominently in our key provider’s deliverables. Brilliant execution of the delivery processes underpinned by the Global Support Model is critical, and these are delivered through a global organisation that integrates across external service providers to service business unit needs. The scope of the Service Delivery organisation is estimated at around 70% of total IS investment.

Leadership Responsiblities

• Demonstrate deep personal accountability for great performance - unwavering accountability for Diageo´s total success ( “we are one Diageo”)
• Build and sustain trust with others through real relationships
• Demonstrate the kind of personal integrity that inspires others.
• Generate ideas and move them to action
• Be imaginative in finding solutions to issues and pursuing opportunities for the business

Top Accountabilities

• Develop and manage relationships with business partners both local and central IS Support(Accenture, Verizon, CSC, IBM etc).
• Identify opportunities for process improvement
• Contribute to customer satisfaction measurement
• Manage and maintain Global Diageo Business Services
• Manage operational services against SLAs
• Risk and compliance management
• Manage payment of invoices for services rendered
• Support business/IS driven programmes and projects
• Facilitate project technical tests, user and pilot testing to ensure business readiness. Manage the warranty period to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Manage the handover process to the Support Team by signing off BAU processes.
• Manage signed off SIL for new project initiatives when introduced.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelors degree in a technical service or business discipline
• At least 3 years experience in IS in an FMCG environment or IS services industry.
• Strong commercial acumen, business partnering skills, organisational and customer service skills
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate technical concepts, solutions and implications in business friendly language
• Self-directed with strong solutions orientation
• Strong service level agreement management skills.
  Working knowledge of Sarbanes Oxley requirements
• Knowledge or certification of ITIL processes

Shared Service Delivery Lead, UBL

Resolution Advisor – First Point Africa

****Application deadline: 8^th October, 2014****
This role reports to the Resolutions Team Leader – First point Africa
Context/Scope:
First point Africa launched in April 2013 and provides HR support services to; Nigeria, East Africa Breweries Ltd (and its various business units), Africa Regional Markets (and its various business units), Diageo SA and Brandhouse
First point is a dynamic, exciting and forward thinking place to work, with a commitment to excellent customer service and the continuous improvement of the delivery of HR services to the business. It provides a wide range of HR services to employees, Line Managers and HR colleagues across the markets it supports.
Purpose of role:
The Resolution Advisor deals with escalations of queries and issues across a spectrum of HR activities received from Diageo employees, Line Managers and HR, including complex queries on employee lifecycle processes.
Market Complexity: 
Interact with HRBPs, other market HR teams, employees, Line Managers, other first point Teams and can connect across Africa and globally
Top Accountabilities:
 

• Delivers service to agreed performance levels and beyond. Collaborates with other teams to reduce handoffs and complexity for the customer. Specific SLA targets relate to; Speed to close queries and Customer Satisfaction. Specifically:
• Interrogates and analyses complex employee data on Workday and other systems.
• Resolves all queries escalated to tier 2, including investigation and customer interaction
• Manages activities relating to all workload on the Service Now query management system, including comprehensive notes and audit trails
• Provides excellent customer experience by being a single point of contact for handling all HR requests and enquiries for employees and line managers. Owns the issue, manages expectations and closes the loop.
• Active ambassador for the HR model in the business, coaching employees and managers through their People Processes, on the use of self-service, about Compliance requirements and also how to best leverage HR support
• Drives Continuous Process improvement through diagnosing, investigating and developing solutions. Delivers change through bringing external best practice thinking and coaching self and others to experiment with new ways of working and behaviors. Drives increase in capacity and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance requirements are understood and adhered to in relation to process execution and ways of working and that all CARM controls are upheld within the team and with customers. Zero breaches of data privacy, security or COBC policies.
• Excellent team working within the Resolution team and wider first point, collaborating with others to ensure service continuity, great customer experience, mutual learning and growth and overall reputation. This includes ensuring continuous service offering from first point for customers through providing phone (and activity creation) cover for the Contact Centre when needed.

 
Qualification & Experience:
 

• Tertiary qualification in a relevant field or equivalent experience
• Proven track record of HR capability and experience in a large multinational organization
• Experience in HR is highly desirable (previous Workday (or equivalent), Case Management or Cloud Technology experience all highly valued). Experience of working in a Shared Services environment also advantageous.
• Prior experience in delivering excellent customer experience is essential.
• Experience of working in a high paced environment, deliver to tight deadlines and managing expectations of stakeholders
• Aptitude to quickly pick up systems and applications is a must (previous HR systems experience is  highly valued)

Resolution Advisor – First Point Africa

Procurement Manager -Logistics

****Application deadline: 9^th October, 2014****
This role reports to the Head of Procurement
Context/Scope:
EABL comprises five business units: KBL, EAML, CGI, SBL and UBL. KBL is further categorized into Demand and Supply. The Supply business is involved in the production of beer and spirits. The Demand business is involved in marketing and pushing the product to consumers. This role is located within the KBL Supply Chain Function. The company is structured on regional basis with purchasing sections, which have been delegated to the various markets to manage their supplies and suppliers. While there is interaction with the Global Logistics Procurement function, major procurement decisions and plans, procedures and practices are dealt with at the in-market level and with a seamless linkage with the Global Teams. 
Procurement ensures that
• Goods / services purchased meet EABL requirements on quality, service and Corporate Citizenship;
• Purchasing processes / procedures comply with Diageo standards; and
• Purchasing is done to add value to Diageo – through improved cost efficiency, greater effectiveness of inputs (e.g. media) or innovation.
Purpose of the role:
To define the procurement strategy within a selected category, lead cross functional teams for sourcing and supplier management, working closely with local stakeholders as well as linking into Global Procurement.
Market Complexity: 
The Company has very ambitious goals for 2014 and beyond. Procurement has to play his part in delivering Savings and Procurement efficiencies. The company has a large supplier base and is user specification driven. But there is clearly a high vendor related risk link to low capabilities and contract coverage.
Top Accountabilities:
 

• Assure availability for category with the right quality, service, cost, risk and growth support.
• Effective Risk Management and governance of all suppliers and service within the category
• Provide functional knowledge to cross functional team
• Build Key relationship for value with Key suppliers with the category
• Focus on innovation and deliver innovative ideas thru Suppliers Innovation forum
• Ensure compliance with safety requirements at the work environment.

Qualification & Experience:
 

• Bachelor degree in Commerce or related qualification
• Member of CIPS
• At least three (3) years’ experience in functional procurement.

Procurement Manager -Logistics

SENIOR MANAGER - FRAUD DETECTION

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

Reporting to the Head of Department – Ethics & Compliance, the successful candidate will be to prevent, detect, investigate and manage fraud within Safaricom by proactively reviewing high risk aspects, recommend changes to processes to reduce exposure and using appropriate technology to enhance effectiveness and efficiency. 

The key responsibilities will be to:-

• Defining the annual Fraud Detection reviews/ Forensic Audits using a risk based approach to cover critical or high fraud risk areas across the business;
• Provide a technical leadership in Forensic Data analysis and Fraud Detection engagements;
• Define the strategy for management and optimization of the Fraud Detection tools like FMS, I2 etc., to  continuously improve in detection of both technical and commercial Fraud;
• Detection and first-level investigation of financial services fraud;
• Preparation and monitoring of section budget;
• Manage the objective setting & Performance Management Processes of staff within the section;
• Manage and grow Talent  within the section;
• Facilitate staff satisfaction survey within the section;

The ideal candidate should possess the following skills & competencies:

• Degree in Business or IT related field.
• 8 years of experience in a telecommunications or IT environment in system administration, with a good exposure in IT Network investigation techniques and methods.
• Good communication skills (ability to present reports, presenting facts in a logical & sequence of events, and highlighting practical recommendations).
• Understanding of cellular products and services (new & existing Products & Services)
• Good people management skills and technical knowledge of the.
• High degree of integrity.

If you meet the requirements and are self-driven, proactive and up to the challenge, please send your resume and application letter quoting the job reference number to the address below. All applications must be delivered on or before Tuesday 30th September 2014.
The Senior Manager - Talent & Resourcing
Safaricom Ltd Nairobi
Via E-mail to hr@Safaricom.co.ke  

SENIOR MANAGER– COMPLIANCE AND CONTROLS

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

Reporting to the Head of Department – Ethics & Compliance, the successful candidate will be responsible for the end to end ownership of the Safaricom Compliance Programmes that promotes compliance and controls adherence culture using a risk based approach. 

The key responsibilities will be to:-

• Design, develop and implement the Compliance Policies and Procedures;
• Manage the Compliance and CACM programs;
• Report on the state of Safaricom compliance with the control management and other policies and regulations governing the organization on a quarterly basis;
• Deliver the Safaricom Compliance Programme through leading and developing a team of Compliance Champions from across the business;
• Take ownership of deliverance of the world class compliance and Continuous Assurance and Control Monitoring within Safaricom;
• Develop and maintain relationships with senior stakeholders;
• Apply strong change management and interpersonal skills to influence those Senior-level stakeholders to drive behavioural change in the area of compliance and continous assurance and Controls monitoring,  in order to ensure Safaricom is operating a world-class compliance programmes;

The ideal candidate should possess the following skills & competencies:

• A graduate with a degree in Business, Law, Engineering or IT.
• Professional certification in risk management and information systems e.g. CISA or CPA (K) or equivalent.
• At least 4 years (most should be in management positions) proven experience in risk analysis in a telecommunications or financial services environment
• Audit background
• Ability to analyze significant amounts of data and information and distill it to the key points in analyzing risks in a given situation.
• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills
• High level experience and skills working with stakeholders
• Strong background in auditing, accounting or the legal field.
• Detailed knowledge of mobile network operator’s business models and processes.

If you meet the requirements and are self-driven, proactive and up to the challenge, please send your resume and application letter quoting the job reference number to the address below. All applications must be delivered on or before Tuesday 30th September 2014.
The Senior Manager - Talent & Resourcing
Safaricom Ltd Nairobi
Via E-mail to hr@Safaricom.co.ke  

BRAND MANAGERS

The Position

Reporting to the Head, Business Marketing the job holder will be required to develop and execute activity plans that drive the business growth and objectives of assigned brands in order to realize customer numbers, revenue and product penetration of assigned products.

Key Responsibilities

• Development and execution of marketing plan for the assigned products and/or business units.

• Work closely with the unit heads, product development team and sales teams to achieve the business objectives. Participate in projects driven by the respective business units supported.

• Campaigns/Promotions - The key components of this item are:

- Develop briefs for campaigns and promotional projects in line with the business and brand objectives.

- Work with partner agencies and suppliers to ensure timely execution of promotional projects and campaigns with the aim of achieving the business and brand objectives.

- Implement an internal marketing plan

- Regular performance tracking and compilation of a report on each activity which is circulated to the respective stakeholders.

- Close out all campaigns/promotions with a duly signed off report.

• Coordinate partner agencies and suppliers to execute product activations for the products effectively within set timelines.

• Conduct Market Intelligence – The key components of this item are:

- Utilize research reports such as Brand Tracker, Usage and Attitude surveys and product specific surveys to inform and develop marketing plans.

- Track and analyze assigned product performance through sales numbers and value, monthly Share of Voice (SOV) and monthly competitor advertising and industry trends, and utilize to prepare monthly reports with recommendations to the line manager.

• Work closely with regional sales teams and branches to ensure sales support at marketing activations and events as well as provide sales teams with any required support during sales driven activities.

• Liaise with Procurement to ensure merchandise ordered is as per correct specification and meets brand guidelines. Liaise with Procurement to ensure supplier sourcing is done in accordance to budget and business needs while maximizing savings through effective negotiations with service providers.

Position Qualifications & Experience

For the above position, the successful applicant should have:-

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing from an institution recognized  by Commission for University Education

• Possession of a postgraduate degree or professional qualification in a Marketing will be an added advantage.

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a Marketing or similar role.

• Experience in Marketing & Sales.

• Knowledge of Banking Operations.

• Demonstrate excellent Planning and organizing skills.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Project Management Skills.

• Proven track record in delivering results.

The above position is demanding for which the bank will provide a competitive package for the successful candidates.  If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating your current position, remuneration level e-mail and telephone contacts quoting the job title/reference in the subject field to recruitment@kcb.co.ke

To be considered your application must be received by Oct. 3, 2014.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

JOB REF: MKT 08/2014

MANAGER, PARTNERSHIPS

The Position

Reporting to Head, Product Innovations the job holder will be required to manage, negotiate and close partners to drive products development, features enhancements, brands promotions and blue and white label programs for products.

Key Responsibilities

•Seek and manage contracts to resolve systems integrations, commercial requirements with large corporate, parastatals, counties and central government to generate new products, features enhancements, new markets, customer offers for brand promotions and cross sell opportunities.

• Negotiate and develop billers for channels to drive direct integration and aggregator programs to rapidly expand the existing portfolio to lead in channel utility.

• Seek and close white and blue label partners to meet loyalty program revenues and customer targets.

• Work with business and cross functional teams to rapidly execute partnership programs – commercial and contract alignment internally.

• Developing new & leveraging existing community building programs for customer recruitment, engagement & retention.

• Provide leadership, creative and strategic oversight over partnership negotiations.

The Person

• Must have Bachelor’s degree in Marketing from an institution recognized  by Commission for University Education.

• Possession of Professional Qualification in Marketing and MBA will be an added advantage.

• At least 5 Years Partnership Management Experience.

• Must have at least 5 years’ experience in Sales and Marketing, and 3 of which should be at management level in management of sales and marketing of the banks’ products

• Ability to build strong working relationships, internal and external to the organization

• Experience in Banking Operations

• Ability to work effectively under pressure and tight deadlines

• Experience in projects management will be an added advantage

The above position is demanding for which the bank will provide a competitive package for the successful candidates.  If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating your current position, remuneration level e-mail and telephone contacts quoting the job title/reference in the subject field to recruitment@kcb.co.ke

To be considered your application must be received by Oct. 3, 2014.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

JOB REF: MKT06/2014

NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE INTEGRATION AND SUPPORT SPECIALIST

The Position

Reporting to Network Infrastructure Integration and Administration Manager, the job holder will be required to provide technical support to Network Infrastructure service outages and service requests in line with business needs through integration, configuration, administration and management of Network Infrastructure elements across the Bank’s Enterprise Network while ensuring high availability and a secure data network for delivery of business services.

Key Responsibilities

• Provision of timely and high quality and cost effective infrastructure

• Maintenance of network up time and improvement of network management solutions

• Improving network security to reduce threats of attacks

• Researching on and deployment of modern technologies and their application of industry standards and best practices to network installations

• Ensure that installations adhere to industry standards and best practices

• Reduction of overall network infrastructure costs through increased efficiency and  convergence of services on the network

The Person

In order to be considered for the above position all applicants should have:-

• Must have Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology from an institution recognized by Commission for University Education. Must be a CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associates). • Possession of additional IT certification e.g. ITIL, CCNP, CCVP, CCSP and COTIT, will be a definite advantage

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in Information Technology with hands on experience in Networking (Routing and Switching).

• A minimum of 2 years working experience with IP telephony systems-(Telephony and Voice).

• Good understanding of emerging trends in the industry and possible improvements in corporate data and voice networks.

• Proven skills in configuring security perimeter firewalls, IPS systems, and advanced security configurations on Cisco Devices.

• Demonstrate in depth understanding of troubleshooting skills and resolution of Network infrastructure issues.

• Demonstrate understanding of the Bank’s IT Policy and Procedures

• Strong networking and interpersonal skills

• A results driven “team player”, personality with a willingness and ability to work in a dynamic working environment

• Excellent  planning and organizing skills

• Excellent customer service

The above position is demanding for which the bank will provide a competitive package for the successful candidates.  If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating your current position, remuneration level e-mail and telephone contacts quoting the job title/reference in the subject field to recruitment@kcb.co.ke

To be considered your application must be received by Oct. 3, 2014.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

JOB REF: IT 13/2014

UNIX ADMINISTRATORS

The Position

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Banking Systems Operations, the role will ensure the system health and optimization of the core banking system infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer the T24 HP/UX Unix servers and the High availability clustering solution and ensure system availability within the required RTO (Recovery time Objective) and RPO ( Recovery Point Objective )
• Installation, configuration and upgrading of T24 application environments as and when required.
• Perform T24 application tuning and performance monitoring
• Coordinate extraction of business/MIS reports and ensure distribution to relevant 3rd party systems such as Data warehouse in addition to availing the same to respective business units
• Administer the T24 data storage and clustering infrastructure and formulating disk space management policies
• T24 application tuning and performance monitoring.
• Upgrades, patch release implementation and software development into the production environment.
• Provide T24 test environments on request to various departments in the bank.
• Troubleshoot, escalate and follow up resolution of errors warnings generated by the T24 Unix servers, T24 application, NetApp disk storage and the backup system.
• Coordinate with the T24 operators in resolving T24 operational and COB related issues 

The Person

• A Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field from a University recognized by Commission for University Education.  An MBA will be an added advantage
• Must possess certification in Unix administration
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of and high regard for T24 as a business delivery channel for both bank corporate and retail customers.
• Effective leadership skills
• Exceptional planning and organizing skills
• Excellent problem analysis and attention to detail
• A minimum of 4 years’ experience in I.T, with hands on experience in:

• T24 application management & close of business processes.
• Web Sphere and Message Queuing setups.
• Systems development life cycle.
• Oracle administration

The above position is demanding for which the bank will provide a competitive package for the successful candidates.  If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating your current position, remuneration level e-mail and telephone contacts quoting the job title/reference in the subject field to recruitment@kcb.co.ke

To be considered your application must be received by Oct. 3, 2014.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

JOB REF: I.T 15/2014

Consultant: Proposal writer/editor

The Danish Deming Group (DDG), which is the Armed Violence Reduction (AVR) and Mine Action unit within Danish Refugee Council (DRC), is implementing AVR projects across Eastern Africa and the Horn of African. DDG is looking for a native English speaker with strong writing and editing skills to carry out shorter writing and editing assignments.

The ideal candidate is an excellent writer who is able to quickly bring different types of texts (research, policy briefs, concept notes and proposals) from a rough draft form to a good final product, live in Nairobi and be available for writing and text editing assignment with short notice. It is an added benefit if the candidate has experience of working with development organizations (ideally with organizations focused on conflict and security issues).

1.Background and context

Danish Demining Group (DDG) is part of the Danish Refugee Council (DRC). DRC has operated in Kenya since 2005, and DDG’s programme in Kenya started in July 2012. DDG has armed violence reduction programmes in many other countries in the region including Somaliland, Somalia, Yemen, South Sudan and Uganda.

2.Purpose

To produce and edit written materials such as research reports, policy briefs, articles and proposals for DDG.

3.Key Responsibilities

Ensure high quality of written DDG products such as research reports, policy briefs, information materials, proposals

4.Reporting Arrangements

The consultant will report to DDG Kenya’s Country Director

5.DURATION OF ASSIGNMENT

As needed

6.EXPECTED PROFILE OF CONSULTANT

· An advanced university degree from a reputable institution.

· Extensive experience of working with NGOs or IOs on conflict and governance projects,

· Extensive experience of proposal development,

· Outstanding English writing skills and Computer literate.

· Documented capacity to write high quality funding proposals,

· Substantial knowledge of the Kenya political system from community to national level would be an asset,

1. General

Commitments: DRC has a Humanitarian Accountability Framework, outlining its global accountability committments. All staff are required to contribute to the achievement of this framework (http://www.drc.dk/HAF.4265.0.html)

How to apply:

Interested applicants who meet the required profile are invited to submit their application to: Job@ddghoa.org no later than 9.October. The subject line should read “Writer consultant”.

Applications should be in English and include the following:

1. A cover letter (maximum1 page) in which you explain why you are interested in the role, how you meet the qualities and qualifications criteria, your daily fee, and where you are based.
2. Concise CV. The CV should include information about relevant training and work experience and the name and contact details of 3 relevant references, in addition to any other qualifications and information that you think are relevant for the position.

Consultancy: Conflict GIS Mapping

Danish Demining Group (DDG) is a unit within the Danish Refugee Council (DRC) specialised in Armed Violence Reduction (AVR) and Humanitarian Mine Action (HMA). DDG was established in 1998 and has been operational in the Horn of Africa since 1999. The focus of our work has increasingly moved towards AVR, including community-driven approaches to improving public security provision, conflict management and conflict analysis and sensitivity. In Kenya, DDG’s portfolio includes a cross-border community safety and conflict management project in Turkana, West Pokot and Karamoja and conflict assessment and GIS mapping focused on documenting and analyzing changing conflict dynamics with the aim of contributing to conflict prevention and management.

DDG Kenya has secured funding for two projects focused on mapping and analysing conflict dynamics in Kenya, Somalia, Ethiopia border areas and along the Lamu Port and South Sudan Ethiopia Transport Corridor (LAPSSET) Corridor. The first project focusses on mapping and analysing existing and potential positive and negative impacts from the LAPSSET project with initial focus on Lamu. The second project focusses on analysing and mapping transnational and cross-border conflict dynamics along the Kenya, Somalia and Ethiopia borders. The projects will produce conflict assessments and two GIS maps containing information and analysis of conflict risks. The maps will be designed for use in dialogue and decision-making as well as donor strategy review.
DDG is looking for one or several highly qualified and motivated conflict data analyst to provide technical leadership for the implementation of these innovative and challenging projects.

PURPOSE

To map conflict risks stemming from the construction of the Lamu Port South Sudan Ethiopia Transport (LAPSSET) Corridor in Lamu and along Kenya, Somalia and Ethiopia borders. Through data collection and visualisation on GIS maps, the project will provide stakeholders with a user-friendly tool to access and interpret data and developments related to conflict. The GIS maps will enable stakeholders to access credible information and data of changes in the focus areas over time. A key part of the analysis will be based on a participatory approach, which entails local stakeholders’ participation in analysing the data visualised through GIS mapping tool. The participatory analysis will provide the basis for multi-stakeholder dialogue around conflict risks and how these can be reduced through dialogue and policy-making. The projects will produce overview and analysis of conflict risks and make recommendations for mitigation strategies. For the border areas the maps will furthermore include an overview of donor supported initiatives to reduce conflict.

RESPONSIBILITIES

2.1. Scope of consultancy:

The consultant will lead the technical development of the LAPSSET Conflict Risk Mapping project and will be responsible for designing and developing a high quality conflict risk interactive GIS map and analysis of LAPSSET related conflict developments in Lamu County.
The consultant will contribute to the development of research methodology for field research under the border areas’ conflict assessment and mapping project. S/he will ensure that data is collected and presented visually on a GIS map and will write up a mapping report and user guideline.

2.2. Key tasks:

2.2.1. Carry out desk research to identify all relevant existing data about the LAPSSET Corridor projects and developments.
Annex 13: Consultancy TOR
2.2.2. Identify existing and potential conflict risks linked to LAPSSET-related developments.
2.2.3. Design and lead data collection in Lamu with DDG and project partners.
2.2.4. Develop indicators for future monitoring of conflict dynamics around LAPSSET in Lamu. Present to peer review group and incorporate feedback.
2.2.5. Analyse the data and design GIS map in collaboration with DDG and partner staff.
2.2.6. Write up findings and lessons learned from the development of the GIS map and produce a publishable report and guide to the use of a GIS map.
2.2.7. Organise and carry out consultation and validation meetings with key local and national level stakeholders together with DDG and partners.
2.2.8. For the LAPSSET mapping project, produce a good draft conflict risk analysis report, incorporate comments from DDG and partners and produce the final report according to structure and guideline agreed with DDG.
2.2.9. Identify and collect existing conflict relevant data for border areas and issues related to destabilising transnational factors.
2.2.10. Ensure that field research guide for border conflict assessment and mapping project enables collection of relevant field data.
2.2.11. Review data gathered in the field and provide guidance to field research.
2.2.12. Organise and visualise (in collaboration with GIS mapping specialists) the data on GIS map
2.2.13. For the border conflict assessment and mapping project, analyse data and provide draft report for lead conflict analyst to incorporate in conflict assessment.
2.2.14. Produce guideline for border conflict map.
2.3. Methodology
2.3.1. Desk research and identification and secure approval for the use of this data as necessary.
2.3.2. Key Informant Interviews.
2.3.3. Design primary data collection tools, train data collectors and oversee data collection together with DDG and partner team.
2.3.4. Analysis of data and identify how to make data visualisation on GIS map most useful to inform stakeholder dialogue.

2.4. Key deliverables/outputs

The main outputs that the consultant(s) will provide are high quality GIS maps focused on conflict risks around LAPSSET-related developments in Kenya and cross-border conflict dynamics along the Kenya, Somalia and Ethiopia borders. The secondary outputs are 2 reports covering data analysis and reflections on the utility of the GIS maps along with user guidelines for the GIS maps. The structure and length of the report will be agreed with DDG.

1. DDG’S RESPONSIBILITIES
   DDG will cover transport to and from necessary field visits and meetings. DDG will provide insurance for the consultant.
2. REPORTING ARRANGEMENTS
   The consultant will report to the DDG Kenya Country Director.
3. DURATION OF ASSIGNMENT
   To start as soon as possible. The assignment may be carried out by one consultant or divided between two or more consultants. The assignment shall be completed in 5 to 6 months. The number of days are to be agreed with DDG. The work plan is to be developed in consultation with DDG.
4. EXPECTED PROFILE OF CONSULTANT
    Advanced university degree in conflict analysis, peace studies, or similar field
    At least 5 years experience conducting high quality conflict analysis
    Extensive experience of working with quantitative data
    Experience of using data visualisation as a tool for communication and analysis
    Mapping experience and flair for designing GIS maps
    Indebt knowledge of the region, the LAPSSET Corridor and conflict dynamics in the target areas is desirable
    Outstanding research and analytical skills
    Experience of developing research tools and carrying out research
    Ability to provide clear guidance to field research teams
    Proven ability to deliver against targets and meeting deadlines within short timeframe
    Fluency in English and excellent written English
    Relevant computer skills: Word, Excel, internet
    A good team player able to work with partners with different skills sets
5. GENERAL
   Commitments: DRC has a Humanitarian Accountability Framework, outlining its global accountability committments. All staff are required to contribute to the achievement of this framework (http://www.drc.dk/HAF.4265.0.htm

How to apply:

Interested consultants who meet the required profile are invited to submit an expression of interest including their CV, a cover letter, a 1-page explanation of how the projects can be implemented and sample of similar work toJob@ddghoa.org . Deadline is 7th October 2014. Applicants are requested to stipulate their daily rate, number of days they estimate the work will take, their availability between beginning of October 2014 and end of March 2015 in the cover letter. Please use subject heading Ref Conflict Data Analyst.

Business Program Development Manager

The Business Development Manager will work to identify donor opportunities, facilitate donor engagement, assist in the development of fundraising strategies, and coordinate proposal development for large and strategic funding opportunities. Recognising that many conversations with donors involve a review or update around current grants as well as discussions about new opportunities, the Business Development Manager will also be expected to keep closely informed about the progress of all major institutional grants and able to speak to results in key reporting documents. The Business Development Manager will be located in Nairobi. The role has an external orientation, but works closely with the Member Services Department for interaction with other members of Save the Children International who provide programme funding.

How to apply:

Interested and eligible applicants can send copies of their CVs and a mandatory letter of motivation to:

Human Resources Officer

Save the Children International – Somalia Programme

*Email:****Somalia.vacancies@savethechildren.org*****.

Deadline for applications is 14th October 2014*

*Female candidates are encouraged to apply

Afya Bora Fellowship , 2015 , Kenya

Application Deadline: November 30 2014

The Afya Bora Fellowship in Global Health Leadership works to fill an identified gap in training for African and U.S. health professionals. This innovative 12-month fellowship will prepare African and U.S. health professionals to lead and manage major health programs in African countries

There are 20 positions available for health professionals interested in a 12-month fellowship (starting July 2015) in one of our African partner countries (Botswana, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda).

The Afya Bora Consortium is a partnership of eight academic health centers, four in Africa and four in the United States. The four pairs are:

• University of Nairobi and the University of Washington
• University of Botswana and the University of Pennsylvania
• Makerere University and Johns Hopkins University
• Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences and the University of California, San Francisco

The Afya Bora Fellowship will provide trainees with a set of practical skills that will prepare them for leadership positions in government, non-government, and academic health institutions in developing countries.

The 12 month training program has 2 components:

• A eight-week Core Curriculum, plus four distance learning modules
• Two four-and-a-half month assignments to sites, such as Ministries of Health, NGOs, etc. in partner African countries.

ELIGIBILITY

In order to be eligible to apply all applicants MUST meet the following criteria

1. Be a citizens of US, Kenya, Botswana, Uganda, or TanzaniaAND
   
2. Meet ONE of the following education requirements

• Medical applicants need to have a M.D. or MBChB with a MMed, MPH or Masters degree in related field.
• Nursing applicants need to have a Masters degree in Nursing, Public Health or a related field (PhD preferred), or substantial work experience.
• Other Public Health professionals (those without a clinical degree) must have an advanced degree in Public Health or a related field

Timeline:

Applications closes on November 30, 2014.  However, in some instances, applications received before the December 10 deadline may lead to acceptance on a rolling basis, so prompt submission is encouraged.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Afya Bora Fellowship in Global Health Leadership