Deadline of this Job: 20 November 2022
JOB DETAILS:Duties
Under the supervision of the Managing Publisher and working closely with the publication managers/authors, the “Science editor for publications” will be responsible for the effective and efficient performance of the following duties
UNEP's Communication Division is looking for a dynamic, creative self-starter as " Science editor for publications".
• Provide science editing services for UNEP Spotlight publications as assigned, ranging from copy-edit to structural edit as required. Expected spotlight publications for editing during this time period are the Plastics report, Extractives and Mining, and Food Systems. For each report, ensure the text makes sense, contains no errors or inconsistencies, and tighten the language. Question statements that are confusing or contradictory and ensure that the narrative is sound and underpinned by peer-reviewed science and citations.
• Provide copy-edit services to policy briefs from Executive Office and Office of the Chief Scientist on politically sensitive topics.
• Launch assets including key messages for policy makers, copy for social media assets, video scripts and press releases.
Qualifications/special Skills
• Advanced university degree in journalism, communication, social sciences or other related field is required, a first level university degree with an additional two years of qualifying experience maybe accepted in lieu of advanced degree.
• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in communication or related field is required. Proven editorial skills, including research, writing, substantive editing, copy-editing and proofreading, oral and writing communication skills is required.
Deadline of this Job: 24 December 2022
JOB DETAILS:Purpose and General Overview
The Finance and Administration Manager oversees and mentors the Finance and Administration team that support the CSSF programme in the three cross boarder countries. More specifically, the position is responsible for:
• The smooth running of the component of the programmes that are implemented through local Partners and Interpeace, including compliance, training, capacity building and internal audit
• Reporting to donors
• Oversight of all audits in the region
• Management of existing financial systems and recommendations for improvement/enhancement of the systems
• Oversight of the Administration function and responsible for the day to day running of the programme.
The Finance and Administration Manager works closely with Programme colleagues to deliver coordinated, coherent and compliant financial management for the CSSF Programme. The position also interacts frequently with auditors, providing information and justification for financial management in the region. S/he also works closely with implementing partners to oversee, monitor and build their capacity for financial management.
The Finance and Administration Manager travels may be required to travel regularly within countries where the programme will be implemented.
Key objectives
• Accounting and finance software is up-to-date and in line with Interpeace systems requirements
• Financial monitoring of the programme, providing spends, forecasts and flagging up any risks.
• Preparation of donor reports in timely manner, by setting up automated reports using system tools
• Organization of financial preparatory workshop with partners when new projects have been granted and in advance of their commencement
• Regular visits to partners office are conducted for internal control and capacity building
• Produce financial reports that are accurate and timely, and communicate appropriate financial information
Duties and responsibilities
Specific Duties
Oversight of Finance
• In coordination with the small grants advisor, undertake Partnership Management; Assessment for potential partner organisations, monitoring and capacity building of the partners and manage the small grants component of the programme.
• Monitor timely submission of Partners’ financial reports, oversee the monthly review and monitor the resolution of issues arising from the reviews
• Train and coach Finance and programme colleagues on Interpeace Financial Rules and Procedures and specific contractual requirements imposed by donors. Monitor the country programme ensuring compliance with internal and donor regulations
• Oversee the programme accounting, including the monthly review of Balance Sheets accounts.
• Coordinating with the Team leader to discuss current issues, upcoming deliverables and other issues as they arise.
Budgeting
• Prepare project budgets with Programme and Finance Officers, amend as necessary and then submit to Regional Finance Manager for review and feedback before the final version of budgets are submitted to donors. Monitor that the review and approval process is documented, and documents submitted to potential donors are filed on SharePoint.
• In collaboration with the Regional HR Manager, analyse compensation packages, taxation requirements, and human resource policies to ensure that Interpeace has fully accounted for the full cost of local staff compensation and benefits and is compliant with local laws.
• Ensure that the approved donor budgets are coded in accordance with the Interpeace Chart of Accounts (CoA), to help facilitate subsequent donor reporting.
• Prepare annual project budgets and the annual budget for the project for inclusion in the annual Interpeace PoW&B, in discussion with Programme colleagues and with the Regional Finance Manager approval. These must be based on realistic estimates of likely funding for each year.
• Assist Finance Officers to develop and implement finance reports (budgeting and forecasting) within the framework of Interpeace financial reporting systems, in liaison with Programme colleagues.
Financial Management and Systems
• Ensure approval of expenses before payment, in line with approved budgets, for the programmes being implemented.
• Cash management – oversee management of the cash for the programme to ensure adequate support within the set cash limits.
• Oversee funds transfers to the Partners to make sure they are funded in a timely manner, in accordance with approved budgets and to ensure the smooth implementation of Interpeace’s programmes.
• Review and the programme and Partner Cash Transfer Requests (CTR) – monitor that these are in line with approved budgets and are prepared and submitted in a timely manner in order to ensure smooth running of the programmes.
• Review existing financial systems and procedures used in the country and recommend modifications to enhance these as needed, in order to improve delivery. Ensure that staff members working in the programme understand, follow and are trained in these procedures.
• Visit the Partners to perform capacity assessments and internal audits and reviews as required, to ensure compliance with Interpeace and donor requirements. Coordinate and supervise any subsequent training that is provided as a result of the capacity assessment.
• Monitor that the local Partners financial rules and procedures are harmonised with those of Interpeace. Ensure that new Partner finance teams are trained on QB-Quick Books, accounting procedures, record keeping, and reporting procedures.
• Ensure that Interpeace and partners support documents are uploaded on FSD-Financial Supporting Documents system.
Financial Monitoring, Reporting and Audit
• Oversee the production of accurate and timely financial management information (both succinct and comprehensive) to assist both the programme and partner Finance and Programme colleagues to manage the finances of the programme. This includes Actual v/s Budgeted spending at both the Partner level and at the consolidated programme level. Review and enhance reporting and ensure there are built in checks to verify accuracy.
• Monitor the funding available to each programme (especially when this is impacted by exchange rate movements), both for the current financial year but also over the life of multi-year projects and advise Programme and partner colleagues when fx changes necessiate a budget revision.
• Provide summarised financial reporting to the Regional Finance Manager on a monthly basis.
• Ensure donor reports are submitted in accordance with donor requirements.
• Maintain an overview of the finances of the programme and review this on a regular basis with Finance and Programme colleagues in coordination with the Regional Finance Manager.
• Provide financial training to Programme Managers and Officers when needed.
• Coordinate Partner and project donor audits for the region in line with stipulated statutory requirements, terms of reference and donor regulations. Ensure that a timetable outlining the tasks that need to be completed is prepared in discussion with the Finance team and then used to monitor preparations leading up to the audit.
• Lead the implementation of the audit Management Letter recommendations as directed by the Regional Compliance officer and the Regional Finance Manager in a systematic manner
Administration function
• Supervise, coordinate, and support the administrative function, which includes travel and accommodation, logistics, facilities management, and inventory.
• Manage the office rental lease and office expenses incl. electricity, water, etc.
Management of Personnel and Resources
• Creates an enabling work environment that fosters learning and innovation, where staff members can achieve their potential, demonstrating gender-responsive and non-discriminatory behaviour and attitudes
• Mentors and coaches staff members, monitors, evaluates and documents the individual performance of direct reports through a staff development lens
• In collaboration with the Global Operations Unit, establishes and implements necessary measures that respond to the health, wellbeing and safety and security needs of the staff
• In close collaboration with the HR unit, recruits, motivates, develops, inspires, and builds a high performance and cohesive finance and administration team.
Other
• Responsible for liaison with national authorities and local partners and donors on matters related to finance.
• Responsible for identifying areas of financial and operational risk within both Interpeace and Partners and taking a lead in mitigation measures e.g., identifying training needs and capacity building of staff, to increase knowledge and therefore reduce risks.
• Provide feedback on the Interpeace financial rules and procedures and help to enhance and refine these.
• Perform other duties related to finance and administration as called upon.
Qualifications:
Candidates with relevant qualifications, experience, a tertiary degree, and fluent in English and French, are invited to apply. Relevant experience and qualifications may include:
Education
• Tertiary degree and a professional qualification in finance such as Chartered Accountant, Certified Public Accountant, Master of Business Administration or equivalent.
Experience
• Understanding of and experience in financial management within the context of Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs).
Competencies
• Advanced knowledge of financial and fiduciary concepts, including an ability to develop and manage complex budgets; create and interpret financial statements and reports; and develop/manage cash flow projections.
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of management principles as they relate to multi-cultural and complex organizations
• Accounting knowledge and operating capacity for Sun Systems, QuickBooks, and other financial management systems
• Advanced written and oral communication skills in English
• Computer literacy in all MS Office applications.
• Ability to work within tight deadlines
• Commitment to supporting local peace building initiatives.
• Familiarity with CSSF funding.
Deadline of this Job: 24 December 2022
JOB DETAILS:Roles & Responsibilities
• Manage existing customer relationships while developing new client leads
• Drive increased revenue and profit to achieve the Company`s ambitious growth
• Effectively and independently delivering software value proposition whilst demonstrating a high understanding of the product
• Developing a sustained pipeline of accounts by actively prospecting
• Investigating the client’s needs and, through a strong and deep understanding of all their products, recommending the particular product(s) that best fulfils the identified needs
• Convert sales opportunities to wins and invoice. Track billing and survey customer satisfaction
• Research organizations and individuals to find new business opportunities
• Developing, writing and delivering value-based sales proposals
• Continually assess the competitiveness of our products and services against the relevant comparable companies and markets
Business
Minimum Requrements:
• Bachelor's degree in sales & marketing or information technology or related field
• 5+ yearss of experience in sales of ICT Solutions, with at least 3 concecutive years in B2B and or corporate Sales of ICT solutions
• Knowledge and experience with BFSI (Insurance, Bank and Finance services).
• An in-depth understanding of the sales lifecycle.
Deadline of this Job: 21 December 2022
JOB DETAILS:Strategic objective 2: To resource mobilize from trusts and foundations. (30% of total fundraising target)
To achieve this objective the fundraiser will
• Create a database of trust and foundations whose thematic focus align with CBM Kenya’s work. This database will be included in the donor scoping tool/document.
• Plan to provide timely responds to calls for proposals from identified trusts and foundations led by the fundraising manager with support from other staff.
• Train board members and staff (CBM Kenya & CBM Global) on how to engage in fundraising from trusts and foundations. One of the main entry points for raising money from trust and foundations is usually person-to-person relationships.
• Invest time in creating relationships with trusts and foundations through one-on-one meetings (both online and physical).
Strategic Objective 3: To establish funding relationships and partnerships with corporates aiming to raise both financial and in-kind resources - (10% of total fundraising target).
To achieve this objective the fundraiser will
• Research and identify corporates whose funding themes aligns with CBM Kenya’s work and develop a corporate database.
• Cultivate interest of corporates in our work and aim to establish long-term funding partnerships. He/she will start with corporates that are CBM Kenya’s business partners e.g., staff pension managers and suppliers.
• Invite identified corporates to attend CBM Kenya’s events, project activities or visit our beneficiaries as a way of interesting them to connect to our work.
• Stewardship – Continuous communication with corporate through social media, sharing reports and impact stories.
Strategic Objective 4: To strengthen CBM Kenya’s fundraising function through improved communication, fundraising network engagement, continuous learning, and staff skills enhancement**
To improve the fundraising function of CBM Kenya, the fundraiser will:
• Develop CBM Kenya marketing tools such as organizational profile, videos, branded folders, pamphlets, fliers, and newsletters and use them to promote CBM Kenya’s work.
• Enhance our communication through CBM Kenya social media platforms and regularly update our stakeholders and donors about our work, programs, and plans.
• Revamp CBM Kenya’s website to ensure it is attractive and has latest information about our work, programs, and achievements.
• Supervision of communication Intern who will support our communication and public relation work.
• Subscribe online platforms that provide alerts on new funding opportunities aligned to CBM Kenya’s work such as Funds for NGO.
• Explore possibilities of joining professional fundraising networks e.g., East Africa Philanthropy Network (EAPN) and Kenya Association of Professional Fundraisers (KAPF).
• Provide regular training to staff to have a better understanding of fundraising and their roles.
Requirements:
• Over 6 years demonstrated experience of fundraising from institutional donors, trusts, foundations, and corporates.
• Relevant academic qualifications with excellent writing skills.
• Ability to work well in a diverse team environment as well as independently.
• Ability to multi-task under tight deadlines.
Deadline of this Job: 23 December 2022
JOB DETAILS:Your future Position, Scope and Impact:
Medical Affairs Catalyst role (50%):
• Advises affiliate leadership on organizational aspects of their Medical Affairs organization incl. Medical Compliance in an oversight role by means of collaborating with Area Heads, GMs, CMDs and P&C leveraging the medical networks and inspiring cross-country working and resource fluidity
• Partners with GMs & P&C on ex-US CMD identification, selection, onboarding and vacancy management
• Identifies, prioritizes and close gaps and needs to catalyze best-in-class affiliate Medical Enablement in close collaboration with PDMA and affiliates.
Disease Area Medical Director Oncology & Hematology (50%):
• Enables medical pre-launch and launch preparation across all ex-US affiliates in one out of four respective areas in Oncology: Breast Cancer / Women`s Health, Lung Agnostic Rare Skin (LARS), GI&GU Cancers, Hematology & Hemophilia
• Coaches local medical teams to drive local organizational readiness for pivotal data-release
• Ensures quality input into medical/scientific planning, including local and regional data generation, scientific collaboration and knowledge exchange activities, in line with global strategy
• Ensures alignment and communication with all relevant internal and external stakeholders when applicable on all matters related to planning medical activities
• Contributes to establishing and implementing appropriate policies and standards
• Collaborates with respective ex-US affiliate and global partners to define regulatory and access data gaps and develop tailored market access and regulatory strategies
• Collaborates with regulatory to identify options for acceleration of approvals by co-creation
• Acts as reference for data generation activities
Your Capabilities:
• Establishing and maintaining reliable relationships with scientific advocacy organizations in the respective Disease Area
• Broad understanding of the Oncology business context, including access evidence requirements and external value / decision-making drivers
• Profound knowledge of the overall drug development process
You bring the following education and experiences:
• Profound experience as Country Medical Director in pharmaceutical industries
• Professional experience in the area of Oncology & Hematology, in clinical practice and/or in the pharmaceutical industry, preferably in medical functions
• Profound experience in pharmaceutical medicine incl. data generation, medical communication, medical information, regulatory processes and pharmacovigilance
• University degree in life sciences (incl. MD, HCP, PhD in life sciences, Master in Public Health / Pharmaceutical Medicine), MD with relevant clinical experience (patient care decision making) at the point of care is preferred
• Further qualification (e.g. PhD or MBA) is advantageous
You fulfill the following requirements:
• You can demonstrate the Roche Values and Role-model VACC leadership with very high self-awareness
• You have proven strategic agility and decision-making skills
• You have excellent influencing skills as well as conflict and change management skills
• You are able to work across multiple cultures and countries
• You have a strong collaborative mindset, challenge the status quo for better outcomes, facilitate new ways of working avoid silos and duplication of efforts across organizations
• You enjoy working flexibly and are able to travel
• You are agile, passionate to drive changes and work in a self-organized teams
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