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Country Sales Manager - East Africa - Adidas- based in Nairobi (Kenya
Job Description
SHAPE THE FUTURE OF SPORTFor over 80 years the Adidas Group has been part of the world of sports on every level, delivering state-of-the-art sports footwear, apparel and accessories. Today, the Adidas Group is a global leader in the sporting goods industry and offers a broad portfolio of Brands and products.
Working for Adidas Group means being a part of a company that strives to hire, develop, and retain people with a passion for their work, for sport, for our brands, and to perform on a diverse team. If you like our products just wait until you meet the people who make them.
As the Country Sales Manager - East Africa you will be based in Nairobi, Kenya reporting into the General Manager - Northern Africa. You will be responsible for ensuring sustainable and profitable market share growth and continuously strengthening the adidas brand image.
We are looking for candidates with local market knowledge and experience.
Job Profile
Functional
- To ensure a powerful execution of “go-to-market-strategy” for East Africa plus preparation and execution of sell-in to all East Africa customers in alignment with the GTM strategy and targets.
- To manage effectively cross-functional projects (incl. Area projects) on a country level
- WC management (DSO, control on receivables, stock-turns)
- To balance thoroughly business, marketing and financial objectives in order to derive the “best/optimal” results
- To analyze & evaluate complex business proposals/opportunities/ threats based on a sound understanding of management, balance sheet and P&L KPI’s
- To represent adidas as a “brand ambassador” in the country plus build, develop and maintain strong customer relationship management.
- To ensure best practice transfer (Region/Area) within the country
Personnel
- To staff most suitable persons in direct report positions in alignment with Area HQ
- To manage all functions as an integrated team by setting team objectives, targets and guidelines
- To motivate the “country team” to permanently strive for improving current performance levels (“attack spirit”) and to share the passion “All for one – One for all!”
- Cultivate an environment where employees respect and adhere to company standards of integrity and ethics by integrating these values into all programs and practices
Controlling
- To strive for meeting budget targets
- To report risks versus budget targets as early as possible to Area HQ
- To actively manage “bad debt risks”
- To drive retention of key players through talent and succession development
- Provide sound commercial feedback regarding local business & marketing requirements to Area HQ
Desired Skills & Experience
EducationBachelors Degree in related field (business administration/finance/economics)
Experience
5-7 years experience in a senior role preferably within Sales and Marketing within branded consumer goods industry in East Africa.
IT Skills
MS Word, Excel & Powerpoint - advanced
Outlook - intermediate
BI/Grape - basic
Languages
English - fluent
Arabic - advantage
If you are interested in a career opportunity like this, you have a passion for sport and you thrive in a team environment this could be the opportunity for you. Join us. Feel your heart beat like it did when you stepped onto the field, the court, or the track for the first time.
Company Description
adidas strives to be the leading sports brand in the world – an ambitious yet realistic goal. One major lever to achieve this is the brand’s broad and unique product portfolio spanning from apparel and footwear for professional athletes to premium fashion. It allows adidas to address multiple consumer needs, tackle market opportunities from various angles as well as be less affected by one-dimensional market risks. This product portfolio as well as adidas’ commitment to excel in all relevant segments differentiates the brand from competitors and ensures solid market growth, while staying true to the brand’s values. Currently, the brand focuses on five global priorities: Football, Running, Training, Basketball and Originals.Application process:- Apply by clicking here Country Manager's Position- Adidas
2012 Job Opportunities in NGOs- Regional Administrator- Based in Kenya
CODE
38_2010 RADM KEN
POSITION
Regional Administrator
LOCATION
Nairobi KENYA
CLOSING DATE
30/04/2012 0.00.00
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
Relevant third level qualification
At least 3 years experience in administrative management in developing countries
University or Post University degree in Economics or related subjects
Demonstrated skills and experience in report writing and financial/budget management
Knowledge of European Commission, United Nations and Italian Cooperation administrative and procurement procedures
Excellent knowledge of English, both written and spoken
At least 3 years experience in administrative management in developing countries
University or Post University degree in Economics or related subjects
Demonstrated skills and experience in report writing and financial/budget management
Knowledge of European Commission, United Nations and Italian Cooperation administrative and procurement procedures
Excellent knowledge of English, both written and spoken
DESIRABLE COMPETENCIES
Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines and work cooperatively in critical environments
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
Adaptability for hard living conditions when on mission
Teamworking
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
Adaptability for hard living conditions when on mission
Teamworking
WORK CONTEXT
Cesvi has in Nairobi its fully structured Regional Representation from which the projects in Kenya, Sudan and Somalia are managed or supervised.
It is a medium-size operation in terms of projects and expatriate staff. There is also a number of local staff and consultants to be managed.
The projects' sector focus is as follows:
- Kenya: sanitation in Somali refugees camps in Dadaab, protection -vulnerable groups in Mandera/Wajir
- South Sudan: water and sanitation, environment, solid waste management
- Central Somalia: emergency projects (health, food security,child protection, environment)
- Somaliland/Puntland: protection - child armed conflict, support to IDPs camps environment, solid waste management
It is a medium-size operation in terms of projects and expatriate staff. There is also a number of local staff and consultants to be managed.
The projects' sector focus is as follows:
- Kenya: sanitation in Somali refugees camps in Dadaab, protection -vulnerable groups in Mandera/Wajir
- South Sudan: water and sanitation, environment, solid waste management
- Central Somalia: emergency projects (health, food security,child protection, environment)
- Somaliland/Puntland: protection - child armed conflict, support to IDPs camps environment, solid waste management
JOB DESCRIPTION
The collaboration will start ASAP
The duty stations will be Nairobi and it will involves field missions to projects' locations (with the exclusion of South-Central Somalia)
The person will respond to the HQs Desk Officer and to the Reg Rep.
The person will work under the supervision of the Country Rep.
Main tasks:
- Ensure the administrative and financial management of Cesvi projects in Kenya, Somalia and Sudan
- Supervise and/or assist the projects' staff in the administrative and financial management of the projects
- Prepare the financial reports in line with the deadline required by Donors and HQs
- Be the focal point for the administrative and financial issues face to the HQ and to the in-country donors
- Draw up the administrative and financial planning with the PM
- Ensure an efficient office organization and a correct registration of the project documentation
- Supervise and/or assist the projects' staff in the management of procurements
The duty stations will be Nairobi and it will involves field missions to projects' locations (with the exclusion of South-Central Somalia)
The person will respond to the HQs Desk Officer and to the Reg Rep.
The person will work under the supervision of the Country Rep.
Main tasks:
- Ensure the administrative and financial management of Cesvi projects in Kenya, Somalia and Sudan
- Supervise and/or assist the projects' staff in the administrative and financial management of the projects
- Prepare the financial reports in line with the deadline required by Donors and HQs
- Be the focal point for the administrative and financial issues face to the HQ and to the in-country donors
- Draw up the administrative and financial planning with the PM
- Ensure an efficient office organization and a correct registration of the project documentation
- Supervise and/or assist the projects' staff in the management of procurements
2012 Job opportunities in NGOs- Communication Intern in Forum Syd
ORGANISATION: FORUM SYD
DEADLINE: 4 APRIL 2012
COMMUNICATION INTERN
Forum Syd is a Swedish democracy and rights organization with 183 Swedish member organizations and thousands of partner organizations and networks worldwide. Founded in 1995, Forum Syd strives for a fair and sustainable global development based on the equal value of all people, their right to reasonable life circumstances, and the sustainable use of the world’s natural resources. Its central focus is in democracy and rights. The organization works to help strengthen the role of civil society in Sweden and the rest of the world in its efforts to bring about global justice and sustainable development. Forum Syd has offices in Eastern Africa, Cambodia, Latin America, Kosovo and Belarus More details can be found in the website www.forumsyd.org/international or www.africa.forumsyd.org
Forum Syd’s Kenya Country Office (Nairobi) is looking for a communications Intern to perform the following tasks:
Communications Roles
- Update website content
- Produce stories for the website on the programmes in Kenya and Project Support Activities in Africa.
- Contribute to the development of printed communication materials, including editing images/photos and layout.
- Assist in the production and editing of small in-house videos and documentaries.
- Supporting Forum Syd’s social media activity with information about project activities and events
- Assisting in writing press releases and blog entries
- Assist in the creation and organization and updating of photo library and creation of video library
- Assist in the creation of communication routines for the Country Office inline Forum Syd policies.
- Helping with the production and editing of reports and presentations.
- Helping to compile media lists for specific projects
- Assist in the organization of various communication and visibility events.
- Assist in the distributing awareness-raising materials to partners, members of the public and other organizations
- Other tasks may include: general administrative and computers maintenance
2012 Job opportunities in Kenya - Project Assistant- Practical Action
JOB VACANCY
Project Assistant - Energy
Practical Action is an international development agency working with poor communities to help them choose and use technology to improve their lives today and in generations to come.
We are seeking to recruit a highly motivated, results-oriented and proactive team player to fill the position of Project Assistant – Energy. The position is for a fixed period of one-year and will be based in Nairobi with occasional travel to the field.
Reporting to the Project Officer – Energy, the successful candidate will be responsible for the implementation of energy assignments and project activities with Practical Action Consulting (PAC), including the PISCES and Bioethanol Pilot projects in Kenya. In addition, the successful candidate will also support the development of new energy work and contribute to the Energy strategy development in the East African Regional Office.
- Key Responsibilities
- Effectively implement relevant energy assignments/ project(s) within PAC
- Effectively undertake consultancy assignments in renewable energy
- Participate in needs assessments and other surveys
- Effectively monitor and evaluate the projects with a view to informing the implementation process and keep the desired project outputs in perspective
- Document lessons learnt in each assignment/project
- Manage client/stakeholder relationships and develop new partnerships
- Develop and review project documents
- Participate in project trainings and meetings
- Participate in PAC Team Meetings
- Prepare and submit accurate and timely project reports and Time Sheets
- Support the development of new energy assignments (project concept notes, EOIs, proposals)
- Manage organisational resources within projects /assignments.
Qualifications, skills and competencies
- Degree in Energy or Environmental Sciences or any other relevant field
- Certificate in Project Management/Community Development would be an added advantage
- Minimum two (2) years relevant work experience in research, policy dialogue or consultancy in the renewable energy sector
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in both English and Kiswahili
- Excellent report writing skills
- Excellent networking skills
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Ability to work as part of a team.
Application letter together with a CV indicating current and expected salary, and names of three professional referees (one of whom must the current supervisor) plus their day-time contacts should be submitted to Practical Action by email on: recruitment@practicalaction.or.ke. to be received no later than 22nd March 2012.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Practical Action is an “equal opportunity” employer and highly encourages women to apply.
2012 Job opportunities in Kenya - Grants & Operations Manager
Carana Corporation
| Location: Kenya Duration: Long-term Grants and Operations Manager CARANA Corporation (www.carana.com), a contractor for USAID, designs and directs innovative economic growth strategies to help countries and businesses compete globally, reducing poverty and raising living standards around the world. For 25 years, we have specialized in market-led solutions to development challenges in more than 80 countries, packaging our expertise with on-the-ground resources for continuing, cost-effective results. CARANA is recruiting for the upcoming USAID-funded Kenya Feed the Future Innovation Engine Project. This project is intended to harness the power of innovative private sector approaches to leverage resources and integrate new approaches to agricultural solutions, thereby accelerating efforts to address poverty and food security needs in Kenya. The Grants and Operations Manager shall be responsible for managing and executing the Grants Under Contract (GUC) program. In addition to managing the grants program, USAID suggests that the Grants and Operations Manager leads operations, finance, accounting, and ensures compliance with USAID regulations for the project. Minimum Qualifications:
For further details visit Carana website |
2012 Call for Technical Consultants - Agriculture
Agricultural Technical Consultants
| Location: Kenya Duration: Short-Term CARANA Corporation (www.carana.com), a contractor for USAID, designs and directs innovative economic growth strategies to help countries and businesses compete globally, reducing poverty and raising living standards around the world. For 25 years, we have specialized in market-led solutions to development challenges in more than 80 countries, packaging our expertise with on-the-ground resources for continuing, cost-effective results. CARANA is recruiting for the upcoming USAID-funded Kenya Feed the Future Innovation Engine Project. This project is intended to harness the power of innovative private sector approaches to leverage resources and integrate new approaches to agricultural solutions, thereby accelerating efforts to address poverty and food security needs in Kenya. CARANA Corporation (www.carana.com) is recruiting for the following short-term technical assistance:
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2012 Job opportunities in Kenya - M&E Coordinator
 | VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT M&E Coordinator | |
| Position Objective The Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator is responsible for the development of monitoring and evaluation (M&E) strategy and capacity for the Solidarites International Kenya/Somalia program. The M&E Coordinator will also assist in the development of Solidarités International’s remote management model for Somalia programs. Note: The Responsibility for Monitoring and Evaluation of program activities remains the primary responsibility of all the persons directly involved in the implementation of the activities and particularly of Field Coordinators, DCD Kenya and DCD Somalia. Hierarchy
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| Qualifications and experience requested: Education:
Experience:
Other skills and competences
Languages :
Computer skills :
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| How to apply: Send a cover letter and CV to the following email address: jobapplication@solidarites-kenya-som.org. Please indicate the job title in the email subject line. Deadline for applications: 11th March 2012. Please note that only shortlisted applicant will be contacted for interview. Solidarités International is an equal opportunities employer | ||
2012 Job Vacancies in Kenya- Project Officer ICS (Dutch NGO)
Job title: PROJECT OFFICER, PAN SECRETARIAT
Duty Station: PAN SECRETARIAT OFFICE, NAIROBI
INTRODUCTION
ICS, is a Dutch child development organization that aims at creating a safe and enabling environment in which all children-irrespective of their nationality, religion, colour, gender or political opinion-realize their rights to be protected, be educated and be healthy as well as being responsible members of society. The project officer, skilful parenting will be based at the ICS Africa, regional office in Nairobi.
ICS together with other participating partners jointly initiated a skilful parenting initiative in Africa (Parenting in Africa Network – PAN). PAN is now a Network of member organisations in Africa with the aim of being a platform for information and knowledge building and sharing on areas of concern around parenting in order to inspire programs with a focus on skilful parenting for the ultimate protection of children.
JOB PROFILE
Under the direct supervision of the Program Manager Parenting in Africa Network (PAN), the Project Officer will provide technical support to the secretariat in coordination and organization of all research related activities necessary; to build a wealth of information on parenting as is required by the Network.
Specifically,
· Ensure effective start and completion of baseline surveys, studies and research commissioned on parenting skills as per the approved work plans and within the chosen areas in collaboration with participating PAN members and partners.
· Design and develop a parenting information database to support the programme data collection activities; and conducting literature reviews to support programme activities.
· From time to time, engage in a wide range of research activities and employing a range of different research methodologies to enrich the information database of PAN.
· Drafting research specifications and agreeing on terms of reference for research when commissioning and project-managing research projects;
· Developing research instruments, such as questionnaires, FGD guides and editing draft reports while ensuring quality control of the process;
· Conducting and analyzing studies with large scale data sets, with network members and other stakeholders.
· Ensuring that research is conducted within a set time frame to meet programme requirements;
· Providing information on existing research available in the programme area;
· Working in close partnership with external research contractors, other programme colleagues during the course of the research
- Producing both written and oral briefs for colleagues and stakeholders , based on reviews of research evidence
- Responding to external and internal research enquiries from colleagues, and stakeholders
- Support the PAN secretariat in design and use of an M&E system for the organization.
- Keeping up to date with developments in policy and social issues, as well as qualitative and quantitative research methods;
- Delivering presentations at conferences/ meetings
KEY DELIVERABLES (OUTPUTS)
1. Programme planning, coordination and implementation
· Develop a comprehensive survey , research and study proposals detailing the methodology, tools and timelines of data collection for each location.
· Organize, plan and ensure quality is adhered to from start to end of the survey and research project
· Design and conduct training for enumerators and staff who will participate in the field data collection activities
· Organize and undertake pre-testing of the data collection tools/instruments in liaison with the participating PAN members and PAN secretariat staff.
· Support the secretariat in establishing and maintaining working relations with partners and collaborators in the skilful parenting program, specifically the research project.
· Relationships with the community and partners effectively managed and opportunities for enhancing program activities identified and communicated.
· Prepare written progress reports through various stages of research activities.
· In collaboration with participating organisations and secretariat staff, lead in data analysis and documentation of an end of project report.
· Draft the entire research report in preparation for validation, publishing and dissemination
· Support the secretariat with design and installation of an M&E system for monitoring program activities.
2. Internal and external relations
· In collaboration with the Program Manager, maintains frequent contact with partners and member organisations implementing skilful parenting programs and “Parenting in Africa” network.
· Represent the Network in partnership meetings, conferences or workshops as assigned by the Program Manager
SKILLS SUMMARY
· Demonstrated working knowledge of social research methodology and study design
· Must have experience in qualitative and quantitative research methods
· Ability to work under minimum supervision
· Ability to communicate effectively (writing and verbally) in English and have basic fluency in Kiswahili
· Excellent interpersonal skills, with ability to work in a team
· Relevant computer skills including MS Office and the Internet
· Analytical and organisational skills
· Project planning and management
· Monitoring and Evaluation skills
REQUIREMENTS
a. Degree in any of the following Social Sciences:- Development studies, sociology, population studies or statistics
b. Minimum of 3 years progressive experience in program work and particular experience in undertaking social research
c. Interpersonal and communication skills
d. Relationship management and networking skills
e. Problem solving skills
f. Administrative skills will be an added advantage.
g. Knowledge and experience in research analysis software packages ( SPSS, EPI Info or Stat)
Location: This position is based in Nairobi, Kenya but will require travel to the field stations in the region, particularly within PAN participating organisations.
Duration: Initial one year contract (Jan-Dec 2012) with possibility of extension subject to availability of funding
Apply by sending a cover letter, Curriculum Vitae, including 3 referees one of who should be your current supervisor (Employer); to:
Parenting in Africa Network (PAN) Secretariat
C/O Regional Office ICS-Africa
Gold Rock Park, Mombasa Road
P.O. Box 13892-00800, Nairobi, Kenya
P.O. Box 13892-00800, Nairobi, Kenya
How to Apply
Eligible candidates are requested to submit an online application at the following link: rorecruit@icsafrica.org: with the subject: Application for Project Officer, PAN Secretariat. The deadline for receipt of applications is 11TH February 2012. Applications received after this will not be considered. In view of the volume of applications, only candidates being invited to an interview will be contacted
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
2012 job opportunities in East Africa- Programme Dev and Funding Officer with CAFOD
Programme Development and Funding Officer - East Africa
Posted: 21 December 2011 Deadline: 15 January 2012
Job type: Permanent Salary: $30.000 - $40.000
Location: Kenya
Organisation: Catholic Agency for Overseas Development (CAFOD) - UK
Job type: Permanent Salary: $30.000 - $40.000
Location: Kenya
Organisation: Catholic Agency for Overseas Development (CAFOD) - UK
CAFOD works with partner organisations to combat poverty and injustice and to build a strong and dynamic civil society. We are looking for a highly motivated Programme Development and Funding Officer to work in partnership with local organisations to bring about real change in the lives of poor people and translate our plans for development and justice into reality.
Working as part of the East Africa team you will support CAFOD programme staff and partners in developing high quality programmes and projects, ensuring CAFOD and its partners obtain significant institutional donor funding for its development and humanitarian work, and maintaining and strengthening our relationship with key donors.
You will be fluent in Kiswahili as well as English with excellent spoken and written communication and interpersonal skills, inter-cultural sensitivity and confidence in dealing with a wide range of Church and NGO partners. You should have experience of developing successful funding applications for institutional donors as well as participatory project design with the use of analytical tools. We also expect you to be able to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of developing and implementing monitoring systems to track the effectiveness of programmes and an ability to build cooperative, professional relationships with donors.
To read more and to apply please visit cafod.org.uk/jobs by 15 January.
The post is based in Nairobi but will involve travel to the programme partners in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania. Please note that this is a national post, which is only open to applicants with current right to work in Kenya
Working as part of the East Africa team you will support CAFOD programme staff and partners in developing high quality programmes and projects, ensuring CAFOD and its partners obtain significant institutional donor funding for its development and humanitarian work, and maintaining and strengthening our relationship with key donors.
You will be fluent in Kiswahili as well as English with excellent spoken and written communication and interpersonal skills, inter-cultural sensitivity and confidence in dealing with a wide range of Church and NGO partners. You should have experience of developing successful funding applications for institutional donors as well as participatory project design with the use of analytical tools. We also expect you to be able to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of developing and implementing monitoring systems to track the effectiveness of programmes and an ability to build cooperative, professional relationships with donors.
To read more and to apply please visit cafod.org.uk/jobs by 15 January.
The post is based in Nairobi but will involve travel to the programme partners in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania. Please note that this is a national post, which is only open to applicants with current right to work in Kenya
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