FSD Kenya operates as an independent Trust registered in Kenya
under the supervision of professional trustees, with policy guidance from its
programme investment committee.
Job Title: Head of Operations
The Opportunity: Established in early 2005, FSD Kenya aims to support the development of inclusive financial markets in Kenya as a means to stimulate wealth creation and reduce poverty.
Working in partnership with the financial services industry our
goal is to significantly expand access to services among lower income
households and smaller scale enterprises.
A broad range of partnerships are core to FSD’s work
encompassing the public and private sectors including both commercial players
and non-profits.
The operational nature of these partnerships varies
significantly and may involve FSD financing of substantial programmes of
activity, offering technical assistance, commissioning relevant research or
simple collaboration on issues of shared interest.
Since its inception, FSD’s programme activities and partner
engagements have increased significantly which in parallel has led to a growing
complexity of FSD’s operations.
Who we Need: A new post of Head of Operations has been
created with responsibility for managing all aspects of FSD’s operations in
support of its overall developmental mission.
Based full time in Nairobi and reporting to the Director of FSD,
the position will entail direct responsibility for organisational
effectiveness, financial management and reporting, human resource management as
well as funder relations and accountability.
We’re looking for someone with strong operational skills and a deep understanding of processes but combined with acute strategic awareness.
You will need to be highly motivated, eager to take
responsibility and deliver on a demanding set of outputs.
At a minimum you will have:ƒ ƒ
- Management
experience in an operational role (at least 7 years work experience).
- Relevant
professional qualification (minimum of first degree or professional
equivalent).ƒ ƒ
- Strong
finance skills.ƒ ƒ
- Experience
working within the international development arena.ƒ ƒ
- Excellent
communication (written and oral) ability.
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this position
Job Title: Communications Manager
The Opportunity: The Kenya Financial Sector Deepening (FSD) programme was established in early 2005 to support the development of financial markets in Kenya as a means to stimulate wealth creation and reduce poverty.
The Opportunity: The Kenya Financial Sector Deepening (FSD) programme was established in early 2005 to support the development of financial markets in Kenya as a means to stimulate wealth creation and reduce poverty.
Working in partnership with the financial
services industry, the programme’s goal is to expand access to financial
services among lower income households and smaller enterprises.
Our aim is to increase the use of a broad range of quality
financial services provided by a stable and competitive financial industry in a
manner that benefits the livelihoods of poor Kenyans.
In taking this approach we eschew ‘quick fixes’ but try to find
ways to support the evolution of market solutions to the needs of lower-income
Kenyans and under-served growth businesses.
Our ambition is to help bring about large scale and sustainable
change. In short we want to make financial markets work for the poor.
Maximising the impact of project activity on FSD’s strategy and
long-term goals requires a strong emphasis on communication to the industry,
policymakers and other key stakeholders.
We now need an exceptional individual with the energy to lead
and co-ordinate the effective and efficient implementation of a strategic
communications plan in support of FSD’s objectives.
Reporting to the FSD Director, the Communications Manager will
be the champion and driver of the programme’s external and internal
communications.
Who we Need: We’re looking for a self-driven individual
with a strong and relevant professional background for this position. The right
individual will bring innovation and creativity to the role, while providing
practical advise to FSD’s senior management in executing the communications
strategy.
At a minimum you will have:
- Qualification
in social sciences, journalism or related field (preferably at Masters
level).ƒ ƒ
- Experience
in spearheading communication strategies and campaigns in or around the
Kenyan context.ƒ ƒ
- Demonstrated
high level of personal achievement and effectiveness.ƒ ƒ
- Outstanding
communication skills including excellent spoken and written English.
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position
Job Title: Technology Officer
The Opportunity: Technology permeates FSD’s work. Much of our work in supporting the development of financial markets depends on the successful exploitation of technology.
The Opportunity: Technology permeates FSD’s work. Much of our work in supporting the development of financial markets depends on the successful exploitation of technology.
The effectiveness of our team is increasingly based not only on
our basic office communication and productivity systems but using technology
tools to allow us to do more and work smarter.
We need someone out of the ordinary to help us
use technology better.
There are growing needs in our projects for ICT advice and
support including implementing database solutions, leveraging mobile
technology, developing dashboards with data, increasing functionality of
websites and assessing digital solutions under implementation related to
payments and financial services.
We also need to support our own systems – ensuring that staff
have the ICT they need to work efficiently at all times and maintaining the
security and integrity of our environment.
With an office of forty staff this is an important part of the
work. But we need to go beyond this and expand our use of database technology,
collaboration tools, analytical packages, web and social media channels.
We’re looking for someone with a passion for using technology to
solve real-world problems. You’ll have intellectual curiosity about new
developments in technology and how these intersect with the financial
sector.
But you also want to roll up your sleeves and get stuff done.
Flexibility is critical – you need to be prepared to make sure FSD’s network is
working every day alongside thinking about how to solve new problems.
We need someone motivated and results-oriented with solid ICT
technical skills. In return we’ll offer you a highly flexible working
environment in which you can explore your interests, develop your abilities and
achieve real impact.
At a minimum you will have:ƒ ƒ
- Relevant
IT skills (at least 3 years work experience).ƒ ƒ
- Professional
qualification (minimum of first degree or professional equivalent).ƒ ƒ
- A
track record in making ICT work including systems administration.
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position
Job Title: Programme Officer
FSD is seeking a Programme Officer to join the operations team.
FSD is seeking a Programme Officer to join the operations team.
The functions of the FSD operations team include providing
support on procurement, finance, contracting, premises management, human
resources, information technology as well as administration and compliance.
The position requires a highly motivated and energetic
individual to support FSD project teams in the execution of their duties.
The candidate must also have a keen sense for detail and an ability to manage and meet strict deadlines.
A strong understanding of procurement process especially in
donor funded programmes will be an advantage.
The position will be based full time in Nairobi and will report
to the Senior Programme Officer.
At a minimum you will have:
- ƒRelevant
experience in a similar role within a fast-paced environment (at least 3
years work experience).ƒ ƒ
- Relevant
professional qualification (minimum of first degree or professional
equivalent).ƒ ƒ
- Excellent
communication (written and oral) ability).ƒ ƒ
- Experience
working within relevant international development arena.
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position
Job Title: Programme Assistant
Based full time in Nairobi and reporting to the Senior Programme
Officer, the Programme Assistant will work with the operations team to provide
administrative support across FSD’s five thematic areas and the wider
programme.
In this role, you will be required to provide
logistical support in organising workshops and meetings, assist the
Communications Manager in the day to day tasks, support procurement of goods
and services, provide document management support, and assist other programme
officers in providing general administrative support to the overall FSD
programme.
We’re looking for a results-oriented individual with strong organisational and interpersonal skills coupled with good problem solving skills.
The position demands a reliable and highly organised individual
who takes initiative in resolving operational issues.
At a minimum you will have:ƒ ƒ
- Relevant
experience in a similar role within a fast-paced environment (at least 1
year work experience).ƒ ƒ
- Relevant
professional qualification (a first degree or professional equivalent).ƒ ƒ
- Excellent
communication (written and oral) ability.ƒ ƒ
- Experience
working within relevant international development arena.
CLICK HERE for Detailed terms of reference for this
position
How to Apply
If you think you are the right person for any of these roles,
then send your CV and covering letter by email to recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke.
Please put “Job Title” in the relevant subject line.
Applications must be received no later than Monday 9th February,
2015.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to set up
interviews.
FSD Kenya is an equal opportunity employer.
