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Jasiri Program Skilling Lead at Center for Rights Education And Awareness (CREAW)

The Centre for Rights, Education and Awareness (CREAW) is a feminist, non-profit womens rights organization that seeks to confront the low awareness of womens real needs and rights in Kenya. CREAW envisions a transformed and just equal society and its mission is to champion, expand and actualize womens rights.   Jasiri Program Skilling Lead Job Type Full Time Qualification BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA Experience 5 years Location Nairobi Job Field Project Management  POSITION SUMMARY The Jasiri program skilling lead provides technical guidance and expertise on skilling interventions and approaches for the Jasiri program. The skilling lead shall ensure that the interventions are evidence-based, align with best practices and contribute to the goals of the Jasiri Program and the Young Africa Works Strategy. The Jasiri program skilling lead will oversee the implementation of all skilling interventions ensuring adherence to project goals, objectives, and timelines. The program skilling lead will

Program Administrative Assistant at Population Council

In Kenya, the Council leads research and develops programs to reduce maternal mortality; build protective health, social, and economic assets for adolescent girls; reduce HIV transmission; respond to sexual and gender-based violence; address disrespect and abuse in maternity care; assess various service integration models; assess whether reproductive health ...   Program Administrative Assistant Job Type Full Time Qualification BA/BSc/HND Experience 3 years Location Nairobi Job Field Administration / Secretarial  , Project Management  POSITION SUMMARY:   The Population Council - Kenya is looking for a Programme /Administrative Assistant to be responsible for the Baobab Research Programme Consortium, facilitating smooth operations, providing vital support in administration, finance, and program implementation. He/She will be responsible for coordinating activities and events, managing logistics and aiding in financial documentation while ensuring efficient project execution. RESPONSIBIL

CEO Retainer at Robert Walters

Robert Walters is a global, specialist professional recruitment consultancy. "Our story begins in 1985, when our CEO, Robert Walters, opened the first office in Central London. Rob has led the company ever since and has the same passion and commitment today. Over the last 30 years the business has grown and so has our ambition. We now operate acro...   CEO Retainer Job Type Full Time Qualification BA/BSc/HND Experience Location Nairobi Job Field Administration / Secretarial  , Project Management  Responsibilities as the CEO: As Chief Executive Officer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our client's company.  Key Responsibilities include:  Communicate agency vision and strategy regularly; engaging with staff across the markets to ensure understanding of strategic direction and current performance Develop annual plans with immediate leadership team ensuring clarity and accountability for deliverable Establish strong client relationships and rapport with senio

Project Assistant, Technology and Human Rights at Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR)

The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) is an independent National Human Rights Institution created by Article 59 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 and established by the Government of Kenya through an Act of Parliament (the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights Act, 2011) and under the United Nations Paris Principles   Project Assistant, Technology and Human Rights Job Type Contract Qualification BA/BSc/HND Experience 1 year Location Nairobi Job Field Project Management  JOB PURPOSE This position is responsible for supporting the project lead in executing operational and administrative tasks under the project on “Human Rights Impact Assessment of Health Sector Digitalisation in Kenya”. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provide operational support in all phases of a project diligently. Assist the project lead by communicating with all the involved parties and managing the timeline and deliverables of the projects. Assist in day-to-day administrative tasks of the project as

Project Assistant, Technology and Human Rights at Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR)

The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) is an independent National Human Rights Institution created by Article 59 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 and established by the Government of Kenya through an Act of Parliament (the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights Act, 2011) and under the United Nations Paris Principles   Project Assistant, Technology and Human Rights Job Type Contract Qualification BA/BSc/HND Experience 1 year Location Nairobi Job Field Project Management  JOB PURPOSE This position is responsible for supporting the project lead in executing operational and administrative tasks under the project on “Human Rights Impact Assessment of Health Sector Digitalisation in Kenya”. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provide operational support in all phases of a project diligently. Assist the project lead by communicating with all the involved parties and managing the timeline and deliverables of the projects. Assist in day-to-day administrative tasks of the project as

Senior Knowledge Analyst- International Development at Boston Consulting Group (BCG)

Boston Consulting Group partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges and capture their greatest opportunities.   Senior Knowledge Analyst- International Development Job Type Full Time Qualification BA/BSc/HND Experience 2 - 6 years Location Nairobi Job Field Project Management  About the job What You'll Do As a Senior Knowledge Analyst (SKA) within BCG's Social Impact Practice Area, you will help win, deliver and execute on highly impactful donor and philanthropic-funded international development projects in low and middle-income countries. You will collaborate and partner in a growing global team, providing industry expertise and insights for the development sector with a specific focus on supporting BCG to win and execute programs for large bilateral donors, multilateral donors and foundations. You will serve as a thought partner by developing content that can be leveraged for BCG tenders and programs and contributing to the manageme

International Coordination and Partnership Consultant at UN-Habitat

The United Nations Human Settlements Programme, UN-Habitat, is the UN agency for human settlements. It is mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities with the goal of providing adequate shelter for all. The Urban Economy Branch of UN-Habitat has the mandate to promote local capabilities of local go...   International Coordination and Partnership Consultant Job Type Contract , Full Time Qualification BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA Experience 5 - 7 years Location Nairobi Job Field Project Management  Result of Service The consultancy will be providing technical support on expertise to mobilize key urban stakeholders in Eastern Europe, South Caucasus, and Central Asia for World Urban Forum 12 and beyond. UN-Habitat, in collaboration with UN Resident Coordinator Offices in the region, will jointly support this effort. Duties and Responsibilities The consultancy will consist of the following deliverables mobilizing Eastern Europe, South

CBIT II Georgia PPG Consultant at United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)

The United Nations Environment Programme (UN Environment) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the world's environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the environment.   CBIT II Georgia PPG Consultant Job Type Full Time Qualification BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA Experience 2 years Location Nairobi Job Field Project Management  Duties and Responsibilities The consultant will undertake the following duties:    Lead the preparation of the CEO endorsement document and its attachments. Coordinate the development and implementation of the Stakeholder Engagement Plan. Be responsible for the design of all substantive elements of the CEO endorsement document and its annexes, including the log-frame, budget, indicators, baseline scenario, alternative scenario, stakeholders, risks, consistency with national priorities, institutiona

Foundations and Institutional Partnerships Manager at Habitat for Humanity International

Habitat for Humanity International, generally referred to as Habitat for Humanity or simply Habitat, is an international, non-governmental, and nonprofit organization, which was founded in 1976.   Foundations and Institutional Partnerships Manager Job Type Full Time Qualification BA/BSc/HND Experience 5 years Location Nairobi Job Field Project Management  Key Responsibilities: Develop relations internally and externally through GFOI pipelines, targets, and forecasts (70%): Lead on pre-positioning and pipeline strategies for the region, engaging with key stakeholders in the area office and national offices and providing guidance on opportunities to pursue Provide leadership and support to NO colleagues in pre-positioning meetings with donors and peers Coordinate multiple high-quality Go/No Go processes, proposals and After-Action Reviews for AFR region in collaboration with GFOI and key (internal/external) stakeholders and provide support in the proposal development process to increase

Innovations Manager at Amref Kenya

Amref Health Africa in Kenya is the country programme office of Amref Health Africa, Africa’s largest International Health NGO. This is the largest and oldest country programme in Africa with an average annual budget of USD 40million. We have 19 innovative products and project models that have successfully been implemented and transformed 5.4 million l...   Innovations Manager Job Type Full Time Qualification BA/BSc/HND Experience 5 years Location Nairobi Job Field Project Management  KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Programme management  Develop annual plans and budgets in line with the programme proposal and deliverables  Ensure project plans and deliverables are completed in line with the project documents.  Ensure timely development and submission of quality programme updates and donor reports in collaboration with M&E and Finance department in line with partner and donor requirements  Work with the monitoring and evaluation teams to utilize data to refine programme strategies and clearly

Manager - Social Protection: Human Development (Global) at Genesis Analytics

Our purpose is to unlock value in Africa. We use our analytical capabilities to improve decision-making and, through better decisions, to unlock substantial value for our clients and society. While we are the largest economics-based consulting firm in Africa, we use a large number of techniques and approaches to achieve clarity for decision-makers. We wor...   Manager - Social Protection: Human Development (Global) Job Type Full Time Qualification MBA/MSc/MA Experience 5 years Location Nairobi Job Field Project Management  ROLE DESCRIPTION: You will assist clients in unlocking and realizing value in human development. This involves helping governments and their partners understand and address various risks affecting their populations. These risks encompass "fat tail" risks such as Covid-19, conflict, or catastrophic climate change, as well as risks associated with age, disease, the economy, and technological change. You will support clients in developing responsive, adaptive,

IRS24128 Project Manager at International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT)

The International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center, known by its Spanish acronym, CIMMYT®, is a not-for-profit research and training organization with partners in over 100 countries. Please refer to our website for more information: www.cimmyt.org   IRS24128 Project Manager Job Type Full Time Qualification MBA/MSc/MA Experience 3 - 5 years Location Nairobi Job Field Project Management  Specific duties: Responsible for the day-to-day administrative management of the assigned projects, adhering to CIMMYT’s project management standards and processes, and compliance with the project terms and conditions of contracts. Assist the Project Leads by coordinating planning of project activities, compiling detailed implementation (technical, budgets) reports, communications, and procurement plans, and managing, assigning, and monitoring implementation. Ensure timely submission of high-quality project documents (e.g., work plan, financial and technical, monitoring, evaluation, and learning repor

East Africa Regional Director at Blue Ventures

We rebuild tropical fisheries with coastal communities Blue Ventures develops transformative approaches for catalysing and sustaining locally led marine conservation. We work in places where the ocean is vital to local cultures and economies, and are committed to protecting marine biodiversity in ways that benefit coastal people. Our story started over a d...   East Africa Regional Director Job Type Full Time Qualification MBA/MSc/MA Experience 10 years Location Nairobi Job Field Project Management  Summary job description Blue Ventures seeks an experienced leader to direct its new programme in East Africa, driving impact at scale for coastal communities and the ocean. The Regional Director willlead a dynamic team, build partnerships, and drive growth in the region and beyond. Change management expertise is vital for navigating rapid growth, fostering commitment to transformation, and aligning strategies. The Regional Director will coordinate with global colleagues, enhance operational

Technical Program Manager at Zipline

Zipline International Inc. is an American company that designs, manufactures, and operates delivery drones.   Technical Program Manager Job Type Full Time Qualification Experience 5 years Location Nairobi Job Field Project Management  About You and The Role   As an Implementations Program Manager, you will work at the intersection of cutting-edge engineering, cost-effective supply chain, manufacturing, quality, complex healthcare systems, and highly regulated airspaces. This position will sit on the New Implementations Team at Zipline. We are looking for a versatile operational leader, strong in strategy and execution with proven success delivering cross-functional, implementation programs efficiently and on time.  What You'll Do   You will serve as a hands-on Program Manager for the complex, cross-disciplinary initiatives to grow our program with Elton John Aids Foundation in Kisumu, Kenya, as well as, other healthcare programs. This role is also responsible for identifying opport

Assistant Project Manager at Ando

Ando Foods is on a mission to create food brands for delivery only. We are creating the foundations of an idea - a premium experience, sustainable all round, and most importantly delicious restaurant quality delivery-only food that travels well.   Assistant Project Manager Job Type Full Time Qualification BA/BSc/HND Experience 2 years Location Nairobi Job Field Project Management  Responsibilities: Lead expansion projects including the construction and launch of new kitchens. Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure projects are executed on time, within budget, and meet quality standards. Develop project plans, allocate resources, and monitor progress to achieve project objectives. Identify and mitigate risks, resolve project-related issues, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Regularly report on project status, milestones, and performance metrics to senior management. Cost Optimization: strategically managing project costs, optimizing efficiency, and overseeing

Senior Associate, Country Support, Safe Water Now at Evidence Action

Evidence Action scales proven interventions that improve the lives of millions. We only implement cost-effective programs whose efficacy is backed by substantial rigorous evidence. We identify innovative, appropriate financing mechanisms and build best-practice operational models. We voraciously self-evaluate, learn, and improve our models for scaling effect...   Senior Associate, Country Support, Safe Water Now Job Type Full Time Qualification BA/BSc/HND Experience 3 - 5 years Location Nairobi Job Field Project Management  In this role you would be reporting to our Manager of Safe Water Country Support. This is a hybrid role, located in Nairobi, Kenya. Key Responsibilities: Support planning and coordination across the Safe Water Now program (e.g., meeting coordination, internal progress updates, and updates to external stakeholders, etc.) Provide solution-oriented and strategic programmatic support to the Safe Water Now program in Kenya, Malawi, and Uganda. Support implementation of o

Institutional Partnerships Director at World Resources Institute (WRI)

The World Resources Institute is a global research non-profit organization that was established in 1982 with funding from the MacArthur Foundation under the leadership of James Gustave Speth. WRI is a global research organization that turns big ideas into action at the nexus of environment, economic opportunity and human well-being.WRI's mission ...   Institutional Partnerships Director Job Type Full Time Qualification MBA/MSc/MA Experience 12 years Location Nairobi Job Field Project Management  Job Highlight: Reporting to the Managing Director for Africa and Global Partnerships, you will champion WRI as a trusted partner for change, develop tools and programming to make WRI ‘fit for internal and external partnering’, having in place partnership-supportive systems and processes, guidance, skills and capabilities, and a culture of collaboration. Additionally, working alongside WRI's country and global teams, you will support the design and implementation of tailored partnership

Projects & Construction Lead at Africa Healthcare Network

Africa Healthcare Network has established the first and largest dialysis chain across Sub-Saharan Africa, providing high-quality, life-saving dialysis at affordable cost.   Projects & Construction Lead Job Type Full Time Qualification BA/BSc/HND Experience 5 years Location Nairobi Job Field Building and Construction  , Project Management  Job Summary This role has the responsibility to oversee expansion efforts within the country – spearheading business growth through directing and managing business activities to ensure they are delivered in accordance with the AHN strategy. The incumbent will also supervise construction projects across Kenya, working closely with contractors and consultants to ensure high quality construction with cost effective output. Scope of the role Corporate/ Clinical Projects Management Regulatory Compliance New Center Construction AHN Special Projects Business Development Responsibilities New/Old Center Construction: Oversee all aspects of construction of

Project Manager, Global Operations at EcoPlanet Bamboo

EcoPlanet Bamboo is driving the reforestation agenda with a global portfolio of bamboo projects. With bamboo farms currently located across Central America, Africa and Southeast Asia, and smallholder operations under development in East Africa, EcoPlanet Bamboo is leading the industrialization of bamboo as a tree free, deforestation free alternative fiber for timber manufacturing industries. The conversion of degraded land into certified bamboo plantations is coupled with innovative technology development to provide bamboo based solutions for products and markets that currently contribute to the deforestation of our world’s natural forests. Bamboo can be grown on degraded land, providing positive restoration properties while at the same time reducing deforestation and degradation through the provision of a sustainable source of fiber. Bamboo’s fast growth rate and high productivity results in significant volumes of fiber produced per area and input. New technology enables bamboo’s use