Industry: Nonprofit / International Development / Agriculture / Community Development

Function: Management

Employer: One Acre Fund

Job Location: Western Kenya

Commitment: Long Term Career Position

Organization Description

One Acre Fund is a start-up NGO in Kenya, Rwanda, and Burundi that is innovating a new way of helping farm families to achieve their full potential. One Acre invests in farmers to generate a permanent gain in farm income. We provide farmers with a "market bundle" that includes education, finance, seed and fertilizer, and market access.

Our program is proven impactful – every year, we weigh thousands of harvests and measure more than 100% average gain in farm income per acre. We are growing quickly. In five years, we have grown to serve 70,000 farm families with more than 500 full-time field staff.

Job Description

One Acre Fund is a rapidly growing organization; increasing the number of sublocations and districts we work in each year.

We are seeking individuals to take leadership positions in the organization as in our Headquarters and Regional Offices to effectively run operations.

We are looking for experienced staff in multiple disciplines – finance, marketing, logistics, administration and more.

Primary Duties of a Headquarters Manager

Assist in Management of Staff: Manage a staff of between 2 and 5 members. Provide constructive feedback and mentorship to staff.

Assist with Budgeting: Managers are responsible for maintaining a budget for their team and tracking costs in order to minimize unnecessary costs.

Set and Achieve Targets: One Acre Fund is a fast-paced organization that strives for excellence for every employee and in every task. Managers are responsible for setting weekly and monthly targets for their department and following up to ensure the targets are met.

Collaborate with Other Teams – There are many teams within the headquarters and the field staff. Managers are responsible for using clear communication among departments and to our hard working staff in the field.

Proactively Solve Problems – One Acre Fund needs decisive leadership on their team. Individuals who want to make each task better, not those who do not want to improve the situation around themselves or for their team. Managers must anticipate issues and solve them early.

If you have these skills and experiences in these areas, please highlight them on your cover letter and resume.

Career Growth and Development: One Acre Fund invests in building management and leadership skills. We provide constant, actionable feedback delivered through weekly mentorship and through regular career reviews. We also have regular one-on-one meetings, where we listen to and discuss career goals, and work collaboratively to craft roles that each person can be passionate about.

Qualifications

We are seeking exceptional professionals with minimum of three years of work experience, and a demonstrated long-term passion for sustainable agricultural development in sub-Saharan Africa.

We are looking for extraordinary candidates that are proactive; please only apply if you fit these criteria:

Preferred Start Date: Flexible

Compensation: Competitive Salary with Performance Based Incentives

Benefits: NSSF and NHIF, airtime and small transportation allowances

Career development: Twice annual career reviews and constant feedback. Your manager will invest significant time in your career development.

One Acre Fund is an equal opportunity employer.

To Apply

Email cover letter and resume to kenyajobs@oneacrefund.org (Subject line: Headquarters Manager + the place you heard of the position).

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The Kenya Scouts Association (KSA) is the leading Scouting presence in Africa and the largest youth movement in Kenya where it was established in 1910.

As part of the World Organization of the Scout Movement, KSA aspires to create a better World through provision of a value-based and skills-oriented education for young people.

In view of the pending expiry of employment contracts of senior professional staff at the Scouts Headquarters on 31st December 2011, KSA wishes to invite applications for the following posts that will support the volunteer structure of the Association.

All posts are open to the current membership of KSA and any other professionals supporting the aims of Scouting.

1. National Executive Commissioner / CEO

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate and manage the day to day running of the organization based on organization’s policy.Coordinate the development and implementation of the organizations strategic planEnsure that the organization is consistently and positively presented to relevant stakeholders.Act as spokesperson for the organization in local and international forumsEnsure the financial well being of the organization and adherence to statutory obligationsPrepare and present reports and committee papers to the National Executive Committee and the Governing Council.Lead, inspire and motivate the organization’s staffPerform any other duties that may be assigned by the National Executive Committee and the Governing Council.Essential skills, knowledge and competencies
A University degree or its equivalentAt least five years leadership experience in a similar organization or departmentProven leadership skills including corporate governance, strategic planning, financial management, coaching, administration, negotiation and marketing.Ability to prepare and analyze programme plans, financial forecasts and feasibility studies.Excellent listening, verbal and written communication as well as interpersonal skills.Ability to formulate, execute major policies, programmes and objectives to promote and ensure accountability, transparency and the organizations sustainability.Be a team playerAbility to work under pressure and meet set deadlinesGood understanding of Scouting2. Youth Programme Executive

Job Requirements
A University degree or its equivalentAbility to design, deliver and implement the youth programmeAbility to monitor and evaluate the standards of youth programme delivery and implementationAbility to liaise with other partners for the implementation of supplementary youth activities.At least 5 years experience in a similar positionGood understanding of Scouting3. Training Executive

Job Requirements
A University degree or its equivalentAbility to coordinate and support the National Training teamAbility to plan and implement a programme of refresher trainings in specific skill areas.Ability to design, implement and review the training contents of various levels of trainings.At least 5 years experience in a similar position.Good understanding of Scouting.4. Security & Special Programme Executive

Job Requirements
A University degree or its equivalentAt least 5 years experience in a similar position.Ability to provide security in camps and training centresAbility and readiness to work long hoursAbility to develop security and special programme work plansAbility to enrich and diversify special programmesAbility to network and build contacts with security agenciesGood understanding of ScoutingCertificate of Good conduct5. Principal Manager Scout Shops {Kenya}

Job Requirements
University Degree or its equivalentAbility to initiate marketing strategies to promote the activities of the Scout Shops {K}Ability to enhance sales and earnings of the Scout Shops {K}Ability to avail reasonable and affordable stocks in all the Scout ShopsAbility to monitor and evaluate performance of Scout Shops, Franchise and outlet facilities.Good understanding of ScoutingAt least 5 years experience in a similar position.Certificate of Good Conduct6. Resource Mobilization, Community Development, Partnerships, Camps & Training Centres Executive

Job Requirements

University degree or its equivalentAbility to coordinate projectsAbility to develop and write project proposals.Ability to develop, rehabilitate to reasonable standards campsite and training centers.Ability to transform campsites and training centers to self sustaining entities.Ability to network and source for partnersAbility to formulate strategies for community participation in ScoutingAt least 5 years experience in a similar positionGood understanding of Scouting.7. Public Relations and Communications Executive

Job Requirements
University degree or its equivalentAbility to formulate strategies to strengthen public relations and communications at all levels.Ability to formulate Communication and Public Relations work plans.Ability to formulate strategies to raise the profile of Scouting nationally and Internationally.Ability to liaise with print and mass media for coverage of Scouting events.Ability to integrate ICT in all departments of the AssociationAt least 5 years experience in a similar position.Good understanding of ScoutingInterested candidates are requested to submit their applications, latest CV, day time telephone number, copies of relevant credentials and details of three referees.

So as to be received by the undersigned on or before 9th September, 2011

The Chairman Management Committee
Kenya Scouts Association
P.O. Box 41422-00100
Nairobi

or kenyascouts@yahoo.com

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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