Computer/ IT jobs at Ericsson and other companies in Kenya

E2E Core & Cloud Solution Architect job at Ericsson
Deadline of this Job: 26 July 2022

We are now looking for a Solution Architect in the End to End Core and Cloud domain, who will be responsible for driving end-to-end, commercially viable, technical solutions for the customers. In this role, you will also be accountable for providing profitable business for Ericsson by translating customer needs, and technology opportunities into detailed technical offering, solutions, and proposals.

You will
• Led several Telco Cloud RFPs for different operators in Africa and Middle East.
• Overall technical and solutions responsible Defines the technology evolution strategy.
• Scope, define and design solution offerings that address the customer’s needs
• Driving end-to-end technical solutions and handles the role of End-to -End Solution Architect for Cloud infrastructure and/or Packet Core and User Data Management projects.
• Handles the role of the Customer Solution Responsible (CSR) within the Core3 of different opportunities
• Full understanding of the Core Network (Voice and Packet) and Cloud Infrastructure architecture, including related call flows and its integration with the surrounding network elements.
• Analyze customer technology, define business requirements and participate in risk analysis
• Work with core team on defining the list of potential activities and solutions
• Develop technical presentations and proposals, and perform customer presentations to the technical and executive levels
• Provide feedback to R&D with possible enhancement on portfolio
• Participate in knowledge transfer, documentation and information sharing
• Stay abreast of on new technology/technical areas and share information about solution to enable customer competence build.

To be successful in the role you must have
• BS or MS in telecommunication or equivalent
• Min 8-10 years of experience.
• Previous work experience at support or integration (Packet Core or Cloud Domain).
• Excellent troubleshooting and fault-finding skill.
• Excellent knowledge of packet core systems and architecture (EPC, 5GC) including Good Knowledge on Packet core surrounding nodes (CS and/or IMS and/or UDM and/or Radio)
• Excellent Knowledge on Virtual Systems and Cloud Infrastructure.
• Proven experience of driving engagements in the Pre-Sales phase

Job application procedure
Interested and qualified? Go to Ericsson on jobs.ericsson.com to apply

Deadline of this Job: 30 June 2022

About the role
• We are hiring an Infrastructure Manager to join the IT team. You will manage the IT Infrastructure and team, working closely with the Applications Development team to ensure 100% uptimes of our infrastructure and systems. To succeed in this role you will have a keen eye for gaps in our product offerings and the innovative mindset to fill them. You are a highly skilled IT Systems Administrator with a proven ability to own and manage a high performing IT HelpDesk function.

Duties and Responsibilities
• To ensure sustained business and quality of service by proactively implementing appropriate ICT infrastructure and providing ICT products and services that create efficient service delivery and support the organisation’s performance.
• Lead overall IT Infrastructure engagements/projects/programs to successful completion, on time, on budget in line with desired outcomes.
• Contribute to the general business understanding of the business value of ICT in the organization and business leadership.
• Propose new/enhanced functionality with regard to methods, systems and work processes, which lead to enhanced scalability, higher quality or better results or reduced cost.
• Stay abreast of current developments in industry best business practices and fulfill the role of futurist and trusted advisor relating to general IT Infrastructure at Sanergy. A keen interest in IoT would be an added advantage.
• Lead in the development, implementation, enforcement and audit of ICT related policies and procedures in line with the overall strategy and objectives.
• Develop an overall IT security strategy and ensure that appropriate IT security systems and processes are in place to protect the privacy and integrity of the organization’s information and related intellectual property.
• Actively manage the overall response strategy for IT Infrastructure including Equipment, Data, Network, on-premise and on-cloud risk.
• Organize and manage the available human capital within the department through training, development and proper positioning to ensure optimal productivity and high value services to internal and external customers by leveraging on synergies and good communication.
• Supervise an IT Support team and work with the development team to support and prioritise feature releases and evaluate any impact or requirements on the associated IT Infrastructure.
• Support in the Quality Assurance and Testing and documentation of features as relevant to the IT Support function

Qualifications

• Degree in IT/Computer Science/Software Engineering/Computing/Business Related fields.
• At least 5 years solid System/Network Admin experience with at least 2 years experience managing IT Infrastructure and a support in a medium to large organisation
• Good experience in Windows/Linux Server Based OS, Database Administration,
• MCSE, CCNA, ITIL or other similar, certification would be considered advantageous
• Previous software and web development experience and highly effective at working with cross-functional teams.

Method of Application
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Deadline of this Job: 26 July 2022

The incumbent will manage and implement the overall administrative services of the department/office in the area of work planning, monitoring budget and finance, human resources and all administrative services of the office. The Administrative and Finance Officer will report to the Operations Support and Logistics Officer (1st level supervisor), while under the overall guidance of the Regional Operations and Logistics Support Lead, who will also be the 2nd level supervisor.

Financial Management Within the framework of the delegated authority, the incumbent is assigned all or part of the following duties which are performed according to the needs and agenda:
• Monitor the implementation of Direct Financial Contributions (DFCs) to the Government, including the financial and technical reporting.
• Compile inputs to create and update cluster work plans in the Global Service Management (GSM); regular review of planned costs against work plan funding and award budgets.
• Complete Award Activation, Distribution, and Amendment requests.
• Monitor the utilization of award budgets against expenditures, award distributions against approved project funding, and PB allocations.
• Assist with supplier creation requests.
• Identify and process necessary revisions to expenditures, award budgets, and project funding.
• Ensure the smooth functioning of the GSM workflow process at the cluster level, including organizing regular briefings for staff members.
• Follow up on cancellation of encumbrances on activities.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned.

Human Resources And Procurement

• Assist the HR Unit in Leave administration for the team members; keep track of contract renewals of teams and takes action; accordingly, follow up on the Performance Management and Development System (PMDS) of team members; process periodic medicals, temporary recruitment and selection, and separations.
• Assist in monitoring and reviewing position costs and staff costs.
• Support and compiles requests for the procurement of goods and services; acknowledge receipt of goods and services, including the maintenance and updating of the cluster inventory on non-expendable items.
• Assist in the procurement of material resources to the level delegated to the cluster as and when required by the team.

Administrative Support And Coordination
• Perform overall coordination of cluster administrative and support services.
• Ensure compliance with organizational rules and procedures on all administrative and financial matters and transactions; undertake regular briefing sessions for team members.
• Follow-up on programme implementation, drawing the attention of the supervisor or other senior staff to problems, inconsistencies, and delays.
• Draft correspondence on own initiative or based on instructions; or redirect them as appropriate, drawing the attention of the supervisor or other staff concerned. To assist in drafting evaluations and justifications as required.
• Provide coordinating support in the preparation of meetings and seminars. Maintain a central list of trainers/resource people and supervisors from the regions and national institutes and collate all background documentation related to the activities. Assist with logistical arrangements as appropriate (i.e., arrange note-taking, coordinate preparation of minutes and reports, and arrange translation/interpretation).
• Provide admin support to the team members of the cluster, including the processing correspondences, travel arrangements, and meeting arrangements; and Maintaining a filing system.
• Provide support to staff in initiating Travel Requests (TRs) and advising on Travel Claim (TC) submissions with orientations on supporting documentation and Records Management (RMS) nomenclature.
• Ensure proper administration of physical resources and office arrangements for team members, including vehicles, office equipment, furniture, and supplies, and produce a status report regularly.
• Supervise the admin support team under the cluster, assign duties and monitor performance.

Required Qualifications Education
• Essential: First university degree in Finance, Management, Business Administration, or related field from an accredited/recognized institute.
• Desirable: Advanced degree in Finance, Management, Business Administration, or related field from an accredited/recognized institute. Professional certification in areas such as finance, accounting, operations management, etc

Experience
• Essential: Minimum of five (5) years of experience in Engineering and Building Construction management, urban planning, architecture, water and sanitation or related field and at least two years’ experience at managerial level in a national or international organization.
• Desirable: At least five (5) years of relevant work experience in a comparable international organization in at least three of the areas below:
• Financial accounting, monitoring, and reporting, budget planning, processing of transactions, use of financial management systems, and audit.
• Procurement of goods and services, human resource support.
• Event organization, travel organization.

Skills
• Good knowledge and skills in accounting and finance.
• Concrete skills in managing administrative processes.
• Strong skills and understanding in the area of human resources.
• Sound skills in utilizing Enterprise Resource Planning Oracle systems or similar packages.
• Strong computer skills in office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, and word.

Use the link(s) below to apply on company website.
ICT Officer

Deadline of this Job: 27 July 2022

• Job Type Full Time
• Qualification/BSc/HND, MBA/MSc/MA
• Experience
• Location Mombasa
• Job Field CT / Computer
Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade an officer must have:
• Served in the grade of Principal Information Communication Technology or in an equivalent and relevant position in the Public Service.
• Must be a holder of Bachelor’s degree in ICT, Computer Science, Computer Information system or any other related discipline with at least 3 years work experience.
• Master’s degree in Computer Science or any other/ICT related discipline from a recognized institution will be added advantage;
• Demonstrated professional ability, initiative and competence in organizing and directing • Must be a holder of Bachelor’s degree in ICT, Computer Science, Computer Information system or any other related discipline with at least 3 years work experience. • Master’s degree in Computer Science or any other/ICT related discipline from a recognized institution will be added advantage;

Interested and qualified? Go to Mombasa County on 167.86.80.107 to apply

Senior System Administrator– Grade 13 job at Maseno University
Deadline of this Job: 03 August 2022

Directorate Of Information Communication Technology
1. Senior System Administrator– Grade 13 One (1) Position MSU/ADM/ICT/01/22


Requirements for Direct Appointment
• A Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or its equivalent from a recognized university with nine (9) years cumulative work experience, five (5) of which must be at the position of chief technologist grade 12 or equivalent.
• A registered member of a relevant professional body
• Proficiency in computer applications

Serving Officer
• A Masters Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology/Electrical & Electronics Engineering or its equivalent from a recognized university
• Five (5) years work experience as Chief Technologist Grade 12
• A registered member of a relevant professional body
• Proficiency in computer applications
Duties and Responsibilities
• Carry out systems analysis, design and program specifications in direct liaison with the users;
• Develop, implement and maintain system design projects.
• Ensure adherence to established performance and systems development;
• Implement and maintain standards in his team;
• Supervise and compile overall systems documentation and ensure adherence to systems documentation standards for systems developed by his/her team;
• Design, schedule and manage training for users; carry out programming and systems training for the junior officers in his/her team; and assist in feasibility studies as assigned; and perform any other duties as may be from time to time.
• Organization and administration of ICT services, teaching and research activities; Directing and coordinating ICT services for the successful implementation of teaching and research activities;
• Compilation of laboratory/workshop computer equipment and supplies; supervision of technical staff in the division/Department;
• Participating in planning, designing and developing ICT policies, teaching and research activities;
• Identifying training needs for computer technical staff
• Organization and presentation of information to end-users to facilitate the use of information available in the various information systems;
• Maintaining information systems security; development of new systems and applications software;
• Supervising and compiling overall systems documentation and ensuring adherence to systems documentation standards;
• Providing support to the end-users; day-to-day systems operation and control;
• Reviewing and maintaining existing systems; provide technical support in the implementation of information systems;
• Monitoring overall systems performance and implementation of ICT standards;
• Advising University management on computer hardware and software issues;
• Execution of ICT Policy matters and Management of Information and Communication Technologies in the entire University. Specifically, the Officer will be responsible for the overall administration of Information and Communication Technology services (ICT infrastructure planning, maintenance and operation) in the University.
• Interpreting, planning and directing the implementation of ICT policies in the University (advise on Information and Communication Technology (ICT) implementation);
• Developing and coordinating ICT functions within the University environment, including automation and networking;
• Developing and managing information systems (planning for connectivity and maintenance of ICT facilities in the University);
• Directing the installation, maintenance and upgrading of software/hardware components;
• Overseeing the implementation, operation and maintenance of Data Communication Infrastructure for administrative and academic functions; • Coordinating in-service Information and Communication Technology training for University staff; and performing any other duties as may be assigned by the University Council, Vice Chancellor and University Management.
• Oversee staff under them, offer guidance on Information Systems Development, Develop specifications for programmers in his team as assigned; Assist in training programmers;
• Any other duty as may be assigned by the supervisor from time to time.

TERMS OF SERVICE
The terms of service for the positions will be on permanent and pensionable terms.

Job application procedure
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Maseno University is an equal opportunity employer and therefore applicants of all gender, marginalized group and persons living with disability are encouraged to apply. Any canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. The University does not charge any fee for the recruitment and selection process.

Each application should be submitted together with updated Curriculum Vitae giving details of the applicant’s age marital status, academic and professional qualification, working experience, present post and latest pay slip, telephone contact, email address names and referees plus copies of the certificate and testimonials. Qualified candidates should submit ten (10) copies of the application clearly indicating the reference number of the position applied.

Applications must be done on or before 3rd August, 2022 1700hrs addressed to:
The Deputy Vice-Chancellor
Administration, Finance and Development
Maseno University
P. O. BOX 333 - 40105
MASENO

Deadline of this Job: 27 July 2022

You are responsible for: Managing, maintaining, and enhancing wikimediafoundation.org
• Developing the roadmap and strategic vision for wikimediafoundation.org, the Foundation's public website, aligned with Communications Department objectives
• Serving as the main point of contact for website content updates, including standing up new webpages and adding content to existing pages, occasionally during time-sensitive situations
• Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders with design, technical, and editorial expertise to create or update web content
• Monitoring and ensuring website usability, health, performance, and security
• Troubleshooting website as needed, identifying and solving issues through collaboration with colleagues and vendors
• Creating and maintaining documentation about website practices

Leading special website projects
• Managing projects from conceptualization to implementation, including: closely coordinating with colleagues and vendors for editorial content, design, and technical support; overseeing project timing and costs; proactively identifying project needs and solutions; and ensuring successful execution
• Driving upcoming projects, which may include a refresh of the content on the wikimediafoundation.org homepage, microsite integrations, new campaign page development, and feature enhancements

Serving as a strategic advisor on Foundation web channels
• Developing a unified approach for the strategy and maintenance of all web channels owned by the Wikimedia Foundation, with a focus on streamlining resources, improving processes, and achieving impact
• Providing subject matter expertise for all initiatives related to wikimediafoundation.org and other Foundation-owned websites
• Fostering relationships with internal stakeholders, helping raise awareness and understanding of our website best practices and processes
• Identifying ways to advance our commitments to diversity, equity, and belonging within Foundation-owned websites
• Guiding decisions on web standards, compliance, and improvements
• Producing regular metrics reports and sharing insights to evaluate our impact and guide our strategy

Overseeing website resourcing
• Managing relationships with external web vendors, and collaborating with vendor strategists, business analysts, UI/UX designers, and front and backend developers to improve and expand the Foundation's websites
• Shaping and monitoring the Foundation's website budget, as well as making recommendations on how to prioritize projects
• Proactively identifying website opportunities and resource needs

Skills and Experience:
• 5+ years experience in website management
• Experience and thorough understanding of WordPress, HTML, and CSS
• Track record of successfully leading complex web projects with several stakeholders
• An understanding of and passion for the web as a strategic communications channel
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Ability to resolve a wide range of challenges in creative ways

Qualities that are important to us:
• Resilience—we work on new and interesting challenges in public and collaborative ways
• Building a work environment that values and embraces diversity, equity, and belonging
• Being open, curious, and inquiring in our work
• Reliable, self motivated, and detail oriented
• Working together for outcomes, and being willing to change course
• Sharing a culture of constructive criticism and respect

Additionally, we'd love it if you have:
• Experience with MediaWiki, Phabricator, GitHub, GitLab, and JSON
• Experience with multilingual website environments and audiences
• Experience managing external web vendors
• Familiarity with managing website budgets
• The ability to speak other languages, experience living or working outside the United States, or past work on global digital initiatives
• Experience working on a global team with diverse demographic and cultural characteristics, as well as the flexibility to virtually meet with people in multiple time zones

Job application procedure
Use the link(s) below to apply on company website.
Web Manager

Deadline of this Job: 27 July 2022

As a Senior Product Manager, you will:
• In collaboration with our customers, lead the prioritization and development of the technical stack that supports our fundraising efforts including our internal payments processing library, our CRM, and our banner display service.
• Co-create and communicate a product vision to internal and external partners.
• Work with a highly talented team of engineers to define, design, and build features that delight.
• Understand user needs from multiple teams and use-cases in order to prioritize new features and product enhancements.
• Release early and often, getting feedback from users to help improve features.
• Using both qualitative and quantitative methods to inform decision making and measure the impact of features.
• Have high emotional intelligence: evidenced by humility, tact, compassion, high levels of integrity, and good listening skills.
• Be a positive force for change!

Requirements:
• 2+ years Product Management experience
• Experience building donor-facing products
• Experience working with cross-functional teams to ship products
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills

Pluses:
• Experience with open source software development practices
• Experience with the CRM we use, CiviCRM
• Experience working in a global organization that has a distributed workforce.
• Comfort and experience in a dynamic and mission-driven organization.

Job application procedure
Use the link(s) below to apply on company website.
Senior Product Manager, Fundraising Technology

Deadline of this Job: 26 July 2022

Duties and Responsibilities
• Reporting to the IT Manager, the position holder will be responsible for the following, amongst others:
• Writing well-designed, testable, efficient code by using best software development practices.
• Creating website layout/user interfaces by using standard HTML/CSS practices.
• Coordinating the development cycle and attesting to the compatibility of different modules.
• Developing solutions that have an element of; Cloud Computing, Data Science, Artificial intelligence and Blockchain among others.
• Translating UI/UX wireframes to visual elements.
• Building and testing Application Program Interfaces (APIs) for applications to exchange data.
• Integrating data from various back-end services and databases.
• Implementation of a robust set of services and APIs to power the web application.
• Integration of the front-end and back-end aspects of the web application.
• Updating, repairing, modifying, and developing existing software and generic applications.
• Fixing the problems arising across the test cycles and continuously improving the quality of deliverables.
• Creating reports and presenting development updates to teams and stakeholders.
• Developing technical documents and handbooks to accurately represent application design and code.
• Researching potential programming needs and required programming languages.
• Performing disaster recovery operations, protecting data, software, and hardware from attacks, and replacing faulty code.

Qualification & Experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field from a recognized university.
• 3 years of working experience architecting and deploying business systems.
• Top-notch programming skills and in-depth knowledge of modern HTML/CSS, and Javascript.
• Familiarity with at least one of the following programming languages: PHP, ASP.NET, Ruby on Rails, Python and Java.
• A solid understanding of how web applications work including security, session management, and best development practices.
• Adequate knowledge of relational database systems, Object Oriented Programming and web application development.
• Basic knowledge of the Search Engine Optimization process.
• Understanding differences between multiple delivery platforms (such as mobile vs, desktop), and optimizing output to match the specific platform.
• Must be well organized, able to plan work and deliver within strict deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Should be a team player open to team input and collaborative work.

Job application procedure
Method of Application
• Interested candidates should send their applications to vacancies@zetech.ac.ke  quoting the job reference number on the subject line and; indicating their current and expected salary on their application letter, not later than 26th July 2022.

Deadline of this Job: 30 July 2022

Responsibilities
• Be responsible for the entire Matching Process from gathering requirements to placing an engineer on the job
• Understand customer's needs and be able to effectively craft and convey the best solution that fits their unique needs, including advising on likely resourcing strategies, expected timelines, and any talent-related constraints
• Translate business and functional requirements from clients into documented technical specifications to aid in matching clients with the appropriate engineers
• Own resourcing logistics and matchmaking, while providing insight into the process to relevant teams
• Provide clarity on the availability of our engineers to revenue-driving teams and collaborate closely with recruiters to proactively bolster available talent with in-demand skills
• When talent supply is unavailable, partner with recruiting team to strategize the best solution
• Develop a deep understanding of engineers currently available, including their technical skillset, prior industry experience, and growth desires
• Ensure 100% data accuracy in Andela's systems around engineer profiles, availability, and engagements
• Conduct informational and pre-vetting sessions with engineers concerning the placement and resourcing process
• Perform activities related to supporting customer accounts, and engagements including preparation, onboarding, delivery management
• Actively participate in driving growth to Andela's network and customer accounts
• Take part in creating and improving the team's processes, policies, platform support
• Maintain deep awareness of trends in software development and best practices in distributed work
• Contribute to the growth and improvement of the Data Practice

Preferred Qualifications
• Four-year degree from an accredited university, preferably in Business, Operations, Engineering, or Computer Science
• 5+ years of experience in the Data roles (Data Engineer, Data Science, Data Architect, AI/ML...)
• Understanding of the entire SDLC/ADLC in different areas of Technology
• [For Ent team] 2+ years in Enterprise client-facing, operationally-focused role, ideally interacting with mid-to senior-level technology executives
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to effectively present complex information clearly and keep track of multiple work streams at once
• Experience interacting directly with customers and have a customer-oriented approach
• Great relationship skills/stakeholder management.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing business priorities and a strong work ethic
• Experience thriving in a fast-paced, collaborative, cross-disciplinary, and geographically dispersed environment
• Strong organizational skills with experience coordinating multiple work streams simultaneously
• Demonstrated ability to think out of the box, strategically and act tactically about business, customers, product, and technical challenges

Job application procedure
Method of Application
• Interested and qualified? Go to Andela on boards.greenhouse.io to apply

Deadline of this Job: 30 July 2022

Position Overview
We are looking for a Solution Architect to join our team to help conceptualize and develop innovative technology driven solutions for our customers and for internal use.
You will be responsible for evaluating our customers and internal business needs and determining or proposing relevant changes in businesses processes, technology, software or hardware will best support these needs. Our Ideal Candidate is someone with at least 1 year experience in a similar role. You should be an outstanding communicator with excellent interpersonal and analytical skills.

Job Responsibilities
• Analyze and document user requirements based on the Technology Environment and Specific Enterprise Requirements
• Design, modify, and test technology solutions architectures and prototypes
• Assess the and advise on the business impact certain technical choices
• Regularly update stakeholders on product development processes, costs and budgets
• Set up Collaboration framework for teams working on complex projects
• Monitor and Control Solution Development Processes
• Define clear goals and milestones for all aspects of a project and manage their execution
• Work collaboratively with the Project Management office to account for possible project challenges and constraints including, risks, time, resources and scope
• Work closely with project management teams to successfully monitor progress of initiatives

Qualifications And Skills
• Proven work experience as a Solution Architect or a similar role
• At least 2 Years’ Experience in Software Engineering
• Knowledge of IT Infrastructure and Cloud Development
• Knowledge in Business Analysis , Engineering & Software Architecture Design
• Knowledge of DevOps tools and automation
• Experience in Project and Product Management an added advantage
• Bachelor’s degree in information technology or computer science is preferred

Soft Skills
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Analytical Mindset
• Project and Resource Management Aptitude
• Collaborative and Works with Teams
• Persuasion and Negotiation Skills

Method of Application
• Qualified candidates can submit their applications to jobs@identigate.co.ke  Please ensure to include the following in your application;
• A cover letter with relevant information about yourself and why you fit the role
• A copy of your Resume/CV
• A copy of your Degree Certificate, and
• A copy of your high school certificate. 

Deadline of this Job: 29 July 2022

Requirements:
• Bsc Computer Science/IT.

Experience:
• Minimum 6 years working experience part of which must have been in management/supervisory level.
• Those with experience in implementation of HRMS among other business application projects will have an added advantage.

Additional Attributes:
• Must Have Proven Skills And Experience In Management It Projects From Inception To Completion.

Method of Application
• To apply for an advertised position, send your CV to recruit@skillsgeographic.com 

Deadline of this Job: 30 July 2022

Network Operations
• Field general Network requests and maintain the community@namati.org inbox
• Help to coordinate Network meetings and follow up on activities, commitments, and documentation in a timely manner
• Support team logistics for meetings, planning retreats, and travel at regional and global levels
• Support partner agreements and requests for proposals; prepare agreements, process and track payments, ensure timely submissions, submit invoices for payment
• Handle and track expenses, payments, and invoices for the Network team - including honorariums, small grants, and awards - in conjunction with the Finance team.
• Establish and maintain a schedule for reporting requirements and assist with requests related to proposal development and reporting
• Participate in regular coordination meetings and team check-ins
• Assist in organization of online filing systems

Support regional activities across Africa
• Coordinate and attend calls with various regional core groups across the continent and follow up on activities, commitments, and documentation in a timely manner
• Organize regional workshops and events that are both virtual and in-person
• Assist with tracking quarterly and annual engagement data on activities
• Log and submit disbursement requests and wire transfers with the DC & Nairobi office Accountants
• Support partner agreements and subgrants from initial partner assessment through execution to ensure they're facilitated in a timely manner
• Monitor subgrants according to established timelines; track spending, documentation, and maintain electronic files
• Draft discussion summaries and compelling member stories to share with internal and external audiences
• Document member participation and support engagement through community building efforts

Member engagement & support
• Onboard new members, including maintaining Network profiles and posting new member topics
• Provide support to members on the community discussion platform, acting as a moderator and encouraging platform engagement
• Support various member surveys, including building online forms and analyzing results
• Regularly review and update member directory information and follow-up with members accordingly to ensure quality of membership data
• Support virtual member events globally, such as webinars, as needed

Support other Namati organizational initiatives
• Support and participate in correspondence with Namati's Global Programs, Namati country programs, and other organizational staff requests, etc., as needed.

Here's what you might have tackled last week/month -
• Act as forum moderator, reviewing new members and engaging with them on the legal empowerment network's community discussion forum;
• Work with the finance team to submit expense reports from a recent event in Mexico;
• Correspond with a leading member in Thailand to support the origination of a subgrant agreement for regional work;
• Send out invitations for a group discussion on advocacy for women's rights, then start the call and take notes during the discussion;
• Secure and manage a team of translators to produce a French version of a new report;
• Organize travel arrangements for regional members to attend an international advocacy event in Lagos, Nigeria;
• Draft qualitative and quantitative data for a colleague in Namati's Development Team in advance of a reporting deadline.

About You/Must-Haves for the Position
• Track record of excellence: You have demonstrable experience (at least one year) of operational support to program implementation. You epitomize reliability, and you've always been recognized as the person whom others inherently trust to get the job done quickly and accurately. You genuinely enjoy behind-the-scenes work because you know the value it brings to the success of any team.
• Nimble, creative, problem-solver: Although careful planning and execution define your work, you are positive and graceful when unexpected challenges arise. You quickly reorient and identify the best new course of action.
• A global outlook : You are comfortable - and have experience - working with people from a variety of backgrounds and cultures. You speak at least one non-English language proficiently, preferably French.
• An eye for detail : You are able to multitask using sound judgment while remaining detail-oriented. You're extremely thorough and will follow through on complicated, multi-step processes. You're known for producing high quality content on deadline. You take pride in being able to spot typos or meeting conflicts and being able to voice them with grace and precision.
• Ease with technology : You're a technophile, and when given the opportunity to work with a new program or application, you quickly become fluent. You preferably already have experience with various social media platforms and Wordpress.
• Collaborative and service-oriented: You greet everyone you encounter with a collaborative spirit, kindness, and empathy. You are known as a team-player who brings an "all hands on deck" mindset to all projects -- you're happy to contribute however you can to advance Namati's mission.
• Growth oriented: You're always seeking to better yourself and your work, and you will push yourself to the peak of performance to help fulfill our mission. In service of that growth, you welcome and delight in feedback from supervisors, peers, and anyone else.
community@namati.org inbox • Help to coordinate Network meetings and follow up on activities, commitments, and documentation in a timely manner • Support team logistics for meetings, planning retreats, and travel at regional and global levels • Support partner agreements and requests for proposals; prepare agreements, process and track payments, ensure timely submissions, submit invoices for payment • Handle and track expenses, payments, and invoices for the Network team - including honorariums, small grants, and awards - in conjunction with the Finance team. • Establish and maintain a schedule for reporting requirements and assist with requests related to proposal development and reporting • Participate in regular coordination meetings and team check-ins • Assist in organization of online filing systems Support regional activities across Africa • Coordinate and attend calls with various regional core groups across the continent and follow up on activities, commitments, and documentation in a timely manner • Organize regional workshops and events that are both virtual and in-person • Assist with tracking quarterly and annual engagement data on activities • Log and submit disbursement requests and wire transfers with the DC & Nairobi office Accountants • Support partner agreements and subgrants from initial partner assessment through execution to ensure they're facilitated in a timely manner • Monitor subgrants according to established timelines; track spending, documentation, and maintain electronic files • Draft discussion summaries and compelling member stories to share with internal and external audiences • Document member participation and support engagement through community building efforts Member engagement & support • Onboard new members, including maintaining Network profiles and posting new member topics • Provide support to members on the community discussion platform, acting as a moderator and encouraging platform engagement • Support various member surveys, including building online forms and analyzing results • Regularly review and update member directory information and follow-up with members accordingly to ensure quality of membership data • Support virtual member events globally, such as webinars, as needed Support other Namati organizational initiatives • Support and participate in correspondence with Namati's Global Programs, Namati country programs, and other organizational staff requests, etc., as needed. Here's what you might have tackled last week/month - • Act as forum moderator, reviewing new members and engaging with them on the legal empowerment network's community discussion forum; • Work with the finance team to submit expense reports from a recent event in Mexico; • Correspond with a leading member in Thailand to support the origination of a subgrant agreement for regional work; • Send out invitations for a group discussion on advocacy for women's rights, then start the call and take notes during the discussion; • Secure and manage a team of translators to produce a French version of a new report; • Organize travel arrangements for regional members to attend an international advocacy event in Lagos, Nigeria; • Draft qualitative and quantitative data for a colleague in Namati's Development Team in advance of a reporting deadline.

Method of Application
• Interested and qualified? Go to Namati on namati.hire.trakstar.com to apply

Deadline of this Job: 31 July 2022
Job description
Reporting to the National Operations Manager- ESS, The Asset Tracking Manager (ATrM) is responsible for the delivery of the overall G4s Asset tracking technical and Commercial capability. This includes supply, installation, Monitoring and maintenance of Asset tracking Solutions in identified market segments. The Manager will be required to liaise closely with the ESS technical and Sales Teams to coordinate and deliver this service effectively and grow market share.

Responsibilities
• Management of technical staff to deliver capability to customers.
• Managing direct communication with customers including proactive discussion and handling of complaints.
• Managing resolution of technical issues on escalation from Operations based on clear timelines.
• Liaison with G4S hardware and software providers on technical issues requiring technical and commercial support and maintenance of a close relationship to ensure issues are escalated quickly and easily resolved.
• Intelligent management of stock levels of equipment spares to ensure availability of key items at all times.
• Ordering of equipment based on stock levels and customer order requirements. This requires the Manager to work closely with the Sales Manager to ensure availability and full time support to sustain the sales pipeline.
• Supply chain management (including statutory processes) to ensure timely receipt of devices to support the sales pipeline.
• Management of all installation and commissioning within customer SLAs.
• Scheduling and delivery of preventative maintenance for all installations. This requires the monitoring and coordination of technical staff in the field.Management of repairs and corrective maintenance based on clear timelines.
• Maintaining up to date system and device knowledge amongst technical staff.
• Custody of toolkits and other critical technical accessories.
• Technical assessment and investigation of security incidents.
• Collection and processing of data to support monitoring of KPIs and generation of key MI.
• Manage control room operations and develop SOP’s for tracking operations
• Continuous improvement and innovation of new products
• Lead, manage and guide commercial activities in the section to achieve both individual and company set revenue targets.
• Control and manage department revenue, capital expenditures and budgets, ensuring expenditure is within function is appropriately managed
• Ensure gross margin of the department is maintained at positive levels
• Locate areas of improvement in the operations and propose corrective actions that meet challenges and leverage growth opportunities
• Develop strategies to ensure continuous revenue growth for the department
• Develop, implement and control data protection policies to ensure compliance to the applicable laws and protection of critical customer and company information.

Ideal candidate:
• Knowledge and Qualifications
• A Degree in Electrical and Electronics engineering/ Computer science or business related field
• Good Knowledge of the Kenyan Market Tracking business
• Good understanding of Kenya legislation on the Sector Certification with the relevant regulatory electronic agencies.
• Good Commercial knowledge on Asset tracking market in the region
• Demonstrate technical knowledge associated with Asset tracking
• Knowledge of various tracking platforms setup and configuration
• Knowledge of fuel management systems

Experience
• Minimum 5 years professional experience managing asset tracking business/unit as a senior manager
• Minimum 3 years experience in installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of low voltage system
• Customer service skills
• Project management

Technical Skills
• Knowledge in Integrated security systems Conflict Management
• Microsoft Word – Intermediate level Microsoft Excel – Intermediate level (Advance level are advantageous)
• Microsoft PowerPoint – Basic level
• Google suite of products
• Minimum 3 years experience in installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of low voltage systems

Job application procedure
Method of Application
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