Job Summary: Global Communities (formerly CHF International) is
an international development organization whose mission is to be a catalyst for
long-lasting positive change in low- and moderate-income communities around the
world, helping them improve their social, economic, and environmental
conditions.
The Credit Specialists will support
partner banks in using the LGF to increase lending to agribusiness SMEs and
associated actors – including through training bank staff, providing one-on-one
assistance to loan officers, and monitoring loan performance.
Job Title: Credit Specialist
Department:Programs
Reports To: Program Manager
Location: Nairobi
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Support Credit Manager in meeting program
deliverables on time.
- Help ensure quality performance of technical
efforts and field activities by coordinating programmatic reporting and
quality of data management
- Conduct regular visits to worksites to monitor
the development and implementation of bank staff trainings
- Provide one-on-one assistance to loan
officers, and monitoring loan performance.
- Manage program databases and run regular
reports to monitor progress including Program Tracker.
- Adhere to and incorporate into day-to-day
operations of the Global Communities Kenya office Standards of Professionalism
- Maintain strict confidentiality of all
privileged information regarding both human resources and fiscal matters
- Assist with any other duties as required by
Supervisor
The duties listed above are not
inclusive of all the duties of the position at Global Communities. Global
Communities reserves the right to change and update position descriptions at
any time.
Education and Qualifications
Education and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or Advanced degree
(preferred) in finance or other relevant field.
Skills and Experience
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in microfinance
or bank lending, including proven success in financial product development
in East Africa preferred.
- Experience with small and medium enterprises
(SMEs) engaged in agribusiness development
- Strong computer skills and a working knowledge
of statistical software
- Ability to develop and maintain positive
relationships with professional contacts
- Demonstrate flexibility, cultural sensitivity
when working with NGO partners, and the ability to adapt Global
Communities policies and procedures to the local context
- A person of known integrity
- Demonstrate the ability to work constructively
in a team
- Ability to negotiate solutions to problems
- Superior written and verbal communication
skills and strong organizational skills
- Ability to interact clearly and effectively
with donors and other organizations
Language Skills
- Excellent command of English language
including written and spoken English
- Effective use of written and spoken Kiswahili
Working Conditions
- Based in the Nairobi office. Frequent travel
to other country offices (Malawi, Tanzania).
- Able to sit at a computer and operate a
keyboard, for extended periods of time
The anticipated start date for the
positions would be in January 2015.
Job Title: Credit Specialist
Department:Programs
Reports To: Program Manager
Location: Nairobi
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Support Credit Manager in meeting program
deliverables on time.
- Help ensure quality performance of technical
efforts and field activities by coordinating programmatic reporting and
quality of data management
- Conduct regular visits to worksites to monitor
the development and implementation of bank staff trainings
- Provide one-on-one assistance to loan
officers, and monitoring loan performance.
- Manage program databases and run regular
reports to monitor progress including Program Tracker.
- Adhere to and incorporate into day-to-day
operations of the Global Communities Kenya office Standards of
Professionalism
- Maintain strict confidentiality of all
privileged information regarding both human resources and fiscal matters
- Assist with any other duties as required by
Supervisor
The duties listed above are not
inclusive of all the duties of the position at Global Communities. Global
Communities reserves the right to change and update position descriptions at
any time.
Education and Qualifications
Education and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or Advanced degree
(preferred) in finance or other relevant field.
Skills and Experience
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in microfinance
or bank lending, including proven success in financial product development
in East Africa preferred.
- Experience with small and medium enterprises
(SMEs) engaged in agribusiness development
- Strong computer skills and a working knowledge
of statistical software
- Ability to develop and maintain positive
relationships with professional contacts
- Demonstrate flexibility, cultural sensitivity
when working with NGO partners, and the ability to adapt Global
Communities policies and procedures to the local context
- A person of known integrity
- Demonstrate the ability to work constructively
in a team
- Ability to negotiate solutions to problems
- Superior written and verbal communication
skills and strong organizational skills
- Ability to interact clearly and effectively
with donors and other organizations
Language Skills
- Excellent command of English language
including written and spoken English
- Effective use of written and spoken Kiswahili
Working Conditions
- Based in the Nairobi office. Frequent travel
to other country offices (Malawi, Tanzania).
- Able to sit at a computer and operate a
keyboard, for extended periods of time
The anticipated start date for the
positions would be in January 2015.
Job Title: Credit Manager
Department:Programs
Reports To: Deputy Chief of Party
Location: Nairobi
Job Summary: Global Communities (formerly CHF International)
is an international development organization whose mission is to be a catalyst
for long-lasting positive change in low- and moderate-income communities around
the world, helping them improve their social, economic, and environmental
conditions.
Global Communities is seeking local
candidates for the five-year Agribusiness Investment for Market Stimulation
(AIMS) program to bolster trade by increasing access to financing for small and
medium enterprises (SMEs) engaged in agribusiness in Kenya, Tanzania and
Malawi. The anticipated start date for the positions would be in January 2015
The Credit Manager
will supervise a team of mobile Credit Specialists and will be responsible for
overseeing the portfolio of loans made by partner banks to ensure they comply
with program/donor requirements.
He/she will develop bank capacity
training programs to ensure that banks comply with donor requirements.
The Credit Manager will supervise
Credit Specialists in Kenya, Tanzania, and Malawi as they support banks in
using the program to increase lending to agribusiness SMEs – including training
bank staff, providing one-on-one assistance to loan officers, and monitoring
loan performance.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Credit Manager will manage the operational and
technical management of all credit related activities throughout the
Agribusiness Investment for Market Stimulation (AIMS) program in all three
countries
- Lead the design and implementation of all bank
capacity building programs to include training bank officers, screening
and underwriting loan applications and monitoring the portfolio.
- Monitor partner bank compliance with all
aspects of the loan guarantee process.
- Supervise up to 7 Credit Officers and Credit
Specialists.
- Assist with any other duties as required by
Supervisor
The duties listed above are not
inclusive of all the duties of the position at Global Communities. Global
Communities reserves the right to change and update position descriptions at
any time.
Education and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or Advanced degree
(preferred) in finance or other relevant field
Skills and Experience
- 5 years’ experience in commercial or
investment banking in East Africa (preferred)
- Expert technical skills in business and
financial analysis, especially for small and medium enterprises and
agribusiness, as well as excellent management and training skills.
- Strong computer skills and a working knowledge
of statistical software
- Ability to develop and maintain positive
relationships with professional contacts
- Demonstrate flexibility, cultural sensitivity
when working with NGO partners, and the ability to adapt CHF policies and
procedures to the local context
- A person of known integrity
- Demonstrate the ability to work constructively
in a team
- Ability to negotiate solutions to problems
- Superior written and verbal communication
skills and strong organizational skills
- Ability to interact clearly and effectively
with donors and other organizations
Language Skills
- Excellent command of English language
including written and spoken English
- Effective use of written and spoken Kiswahili
Working Conditions
- Based in the Nairobi office; Frequent travel
to other country offices (Malawi, Tanzania)
- Able to sit at a computer and operate a
keyboard, for extended periods of time
The anticipated start date for the
positions would be in January 2015.
Job Title: Finance Manager
Department:Programs
Reports To: Chief of Party
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Job Summary: Global Communities (formerly CHF International) is an international development organization whose mission is to be a catalyst for long-lasting positive change in low- and moderate-income communities around the world, helping them improve their social, economic, and environmental conditions.
Job Summary: Global Communities (formerly CHF International) is an international development organization whose mission is to be a catalyst for long-lasting positive change in low- and moderate-income communities around the world, helping them improve their social, economic, and environmental conditions.
Global Communities is seeking local
candidates for the five-year Agribusiness Investment for Market Stimulation
(AIMS) program to bolster trade by increasing access to financing for small and
medium enterprises (SMEs) engaged in agribusiness in Kenya, Tanzania and
Malawi. The anticipated start date for the positions would be in January 2015
The Finance Manager
will provide leadership and oversight to program finance and administration
systems and submit timely reports to headquarters.
The Finance Manager will also ensure
that all donor and Global Communities’ finance policies and procedures are
met.
The Finance Manager will be
supervised by the COP and will manage Finance Officers/Accountants in Kenya,
Tanzania and Malawi.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide financial management, leadership, and
oversight for all aspects of the Agribusiness Investment for Market
Stimulation (AIMS) program
- Develop and maintain sound financial
management systems in line with donor rules and regulations and Global
Communities' policies and procedures
- Provide financial control, prepare and analyze
budgets, develop financial reports, and make recommendations to HQ on
budget expenditures; Provide technical assistance to improve the systems
of internal control and financial management of partners
- Establish/Maintain financial controls and
procedures for the management of funds and sub contracts
- Produce budget projections and reports for
submission to the donor through the HQ
- Maintain financial files and support annual
audits
- Provide oversight of project administration,
IT, and HR management support
- Assist in program development and proposal
preparation as needed.
The duties listed above are not
inclusive of all the duties of the position at Global Communities. Global
Communities reserves the right to change and update position descriptions at
any time.
Education and Qualifications
- Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of Business
Administration in finance, accounting or related field required
Skills and Experience
- Minimum of 7 years’ relevant experience in
financial management and accounting (experience in management of small and
medium enterprises (SMEs) and in agribusiness preferred)
- Experience as country finance manager of
donor-funded technical assistance projects of similar magnitude and
complexity in developing countries (preferably in East Africa)
- At least 5 years of progressively responsible
supervisory experience and strong organizational and leadership skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated
ability to hold staff accountable for doing their jobs
- Strong knowledge of computerized accounting,
demonstrated organizational skills, and strong track record in meeting
deliverables
- Certified Public Accountant in Kenya is a plus
- Ability to develop and maintain positive
relationships with professional contacts
- Demonstrate flexibility, cultural sensitivity
when working with NGO partners, and the ability to adapt Global
Communities policies and procedures to the local context
- A person of known integrity
- Demonstrate the ability to work constructively
in a team
- Ability to negotiate solutions to problems
- Superior written and verbal communication
skills and strong organizational skills
- Ability to interact clearly and effectively
with donors and other organizations
Language Skills
- Excellent command of English language
including written and spoken English
- Effective use of written and spoken Kiswahili
Working Conditions
- Based in the Nairobi office; National travel
outside of Nairobi, as required, to perform duties; some E. Africa
regional travel will also be required.
- Able to sit at a computer and operate a
keyboard, for extended periods of time
The anticipated start date for the
positions would be in January 2015.
Job Title: Deputy Chief of Party
Department:Programs
Reports To: Chief of Party
Location: Nairobi
Job Summary: Global Communities (formerly CHF International)
is an international development organization whose mission is to be a catalyst
for long-lasting positive change in low- and moderate-income communities around
the world, helping them improve their social, economic, and environmental
conditions.
Global Communities is seeking local
candidates for the five-year Agribusiness Investment for Market Stimulation
(AIMS) program to bolster trade by increasing access to financing for small and
medium enterprises (SMEs) engaged in agribusiness in Kenya, Tanzania and
Malawi.
The Deputy Chief of
Party (DCOP) will serve as Senior Operations Manager for the entire program, as
well as Program Manager for Kenya. The DCOP will also oversee the counterpart
Program Managers in Tanzania and Malawi.
He/she will report to the COP and
assist in all management affairs regarding establishing, implementing, and
monitoring donor-compliance procedures for sub-awards.
The DCOP will oversee contractual
relationships between Global Communities and the program partners, ensuring
that all project tendering, contracting, and recruitment procedures are in
compliance with Global Communities and donor requirements.
The DCOP will also provide technical
backstopping for the site/project identification and appraisal process and
supervise project development, monitoring and evaluation team.
Overall, he/she will oversee
financial and administrative aspects of AIMS across the three targeted
countries and represent the program to government officials.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist the Chief of Party in providing the
overall management and strategic vision for the Agribusiness Investment
for Market Stimulation (AIMS) program
- Develop and update work plans and ensure that
the program specific deliverables are met
- Manage day-to-day program operations,
supervise programmatic/field teams, and ensure that all program activities
are consistent with the scope of the agreement/contract and in full
compliance with Global Communities’ rules and regulations
- Develop and implement management systems and
resource allocations that ensure effective and efficient service delivery,
as well as contribute to the identification and development of program
interventions
- She/he will also oversee program activities
implemented by Global Communities and partners and/or sub-award recipients
to ensure timely, quality reporting
- Provide technical guidance in the
implementation of all financial and administrative activities across three
countries
- Ensure quality control and effectiveness of
activities
- Coordinate activities with partner
organizations, small and medium enterprises (SMEs),
- Contribute to monitoring and evaluation and
reporting of project activities
- Assist with any other duties as required by
Supervisor
The duties listed above are not
inclusive of all the duties of the position at Global Communities. Global
Communities reserves the right to change and update position descriptions at
any time.
Education and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Degree
(preferred) in international development, agriculture, business
development, or another related/appropriate field.
Skills and Experience
- Experience as DCOP or similar positions with extensive
management skills demonstrated in at least two development projects of a
comparable scope.
- Minimum of 7 years’ relevant experience in
management role on large, multi-year, donor-funded agribusiness
development projects; DCOP or equivalent experience preferred
- Minimum of 7 years technical experience in one
or more of the following areas: financial management, food security,
agribusiness development, small and medium enterprise development
- Prior experience in Kenya, Malawi, Tanzania,
or Eastern Africa preferred
- In-depth knowledge of donor-funded
programmatic, compliance, and reporting requirements
- Strong computer skills and a working knowledge
of statistical software
- Ability to develop and maintain positive
relationships with professional contacts
- Demonstrate flexibility, cultural sensitivity
when working with NGO partners, and the ability to adapt CHF policies and
procedures to the local context
- A person of known integrity
- Demonstrate the ability to work constructively
in a team
- Ability to negotiate solutions to problems
- Superior written and verbal communication
skills and strong organizational skills
- Ability to interact clearly and effectively
with donors and other organizations
Language Skills
- Fluency in English required (written and
spoken). Excellent interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with
governmental officials and leaders at national and local levels, local
NGOs, SMEs, community organizations, and donor community.
- Effective use of written and spoken Kiswahili
Working Conditions
- Based in the Nairobi office; Frequent travel
to other country offices (Malawi, Tanzania)
- Able to sit at a computer and operate a
keyboard, for extended periods of time
The anticipated start date for the
positions would be in January 2015.
How to Apply
Applicants are to submit their application letters with detailed CV to vacancies@chfkenya.org with the Title of the Position being applied for addressed to:
The Country Director,
P. O. Box 1661 00606 Sarit
Centre,
Nairobi, Kenya
Apply by Monday, 15 December 2014.
Only short listed firms/candidates will be contacted.
CHF is an equal opportunity employer.
