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Camara Kenya Country Lead at Camara Education Ltd

 About Camara Education Ltd Camara is an international charity org and social enterprise dedicated to using technology to improve education and provide livelihood skills in disadvantaged communities around the world. Camara Education Limited (CEL), based in Dublin, Ireland supports the Camara Africa Hubs, located in Zambia, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Kenya and Lesotho. The Role As the Country Manager for our EdTech company in Africa, you will be responsible for driving the overall business operations, and growth in the country. Your role involves developing and executing plans to expand our presence and ensure the successful implementation of our educational technology solutions. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the Kenyan education landscape, excellent leadership skills, an ability to develop staff and a proven track record of driving business success in the EdTech sector. The role of Country Lead is to oversee the Camara Kenya team to ensure all project activities a...

Regional Networking Advisor for East Africa at Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF)

 About Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) Médecins sans frontières (MSF) or Doctors Without Borders, is an international humanitarian-aid non-governmental organization (NGO) and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, best known for its projects in war-torn regions and developing countries facing endemic diseases. It was founded in France in response to the Biafran War. The organization is known in most of the world by its localized name or simply as MSF; in Canada and the United States the name Doctors Without Borders is commonly used. In 2015 over 30,000, mostly local, doctors, nurses and other medical professionals, logistical experts, water and sanitation engineers and administrators provided medical aid in over 70 countries. These doctors and nurses decided to volunteer their time to solve issues of world health. Private donors provide about 90% of the organization's funding, while corporate donations provide the rest, giving MSF an annual budget of approximately US$750 million. As the Region...

Project Manager at Credrails

 About Credrails Credrails is building the open finance rails for Africa by connecting various data sources into a single api for a variety of use cases. About the role As we continue to grow, we are seeking a talented Technical Project Manager to join our team and contribute to our mission of excellence in financial technology As a project manager reporting directly to the CTO, you will work closely with the CTO to ensure the timely delivery of projects with the highest quality standards, contributing to our mission of excellence in financial technology. Responsibilities Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of technical projects within scope, budget, and timeline. Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders. Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocation Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders regarding project status, issues, and dependencies. Communicate project ...

ERP Change Management Expert at SoCha

 About SoCha SoCha (a portmanteau of Social and Change) is an independent Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (ME&L) firm that provides bespoke solutions to social challenges. Since our inception in 2010, we have grown from a consortium of globally-recognized experts who specialize in evaluating the effectiveness of development assistance, to a full-fledged ME&L services firm that specializes in advancing innovative methodologies and changing the way donors find solutions to social problems. Our main sectors of expertise are education, youth and training, maternal health, rural development, local governance and stabilization. We are registered in the US, but to be more responsive to our clients and more in touch with the realities on the ground, we operate two regional offices (in Tanzania and Thailand). Scope of Work The ERP Change Management Expert responsibilities will include: Conduct a comprehensive analysis of the organization’s current state, including culture, proce...

DHIS2 Architect and Developer at Abt Associates

 About Abt Associates Abt Associates is a global leader in research, evaluation and program implementation; driving innovation and measurable impact for more than 50 years. What sets us apart is our evidence-based and multi-disciplinary approach to solving tough challenges in health, social and environmental policy and international development. Specific areas we work in include: • Health • Education and workforce development • Climate change and the environment • Food security and agriculture • Housing and communities • Survey and data collection As the HMIS DHIS2 Architect and Developer, you will provide technical leadership supporting Health Management Information System (HMIS) strengthening work, as well as supporting the design and development of DHIS2-based monitoring and evaluation (M&E) systems. As a key member of Abt's Data & Digital Services team, you will be supporting Abt’s International Development portfolio. Core Responsibilities Health Information...

Contract - Software Developer - Solar Project at Achyutam

 About Achyutam Achyutam International is a Delhi based Financial Advisory Company with a focus to serve corporates based in Africa.We are run by professionals who carry strong International working experience in diverse businesses. We have an excellent understanding of the management principles, cultural values and challenges of companies operating in Africa.Achyutam offer a wide array of financial advisory services viz. Fund Raising/ Debt Syndication, Management Audits, Corporate Advisory, Financial Re-Engineering, Merger & Acquisitions, Africa India Connect, Virtual CFO, etc… Skills and Knowledge Proven experience in software development, particularly in Python. Familiarity with web technologies, preferably Flask. Basic understanding of API design and implementation. Experience with Git for collaborative version control. Ability to create high-quality, user-friendly interfaces adhering to company design standards. Other Experience The Ideal Applicant Should Have Linux / Debi...

Terms of Reference: Pentest and Vulnerability Assessment - 2023 at Fairtrade International

 About Fairtrade International Fairtrade International is an internationally recognized, non-profit organization that works to secure fairer trade terms so that farmers and workers in developing countries can invest in a better future for themselves and their communities. Our global team works to directly connect producers and consumers and promote fairer trading conditions and sustainability. We are responsible for the strategic direction of the Fairtrade system, the Fairtrade Standards and support to Fairtrade farmers and workers worldwide. The Supplier shall provide vulnerability assessment Services including but not limited to the following: Catalogue FTA Information Technology (“IT”) assets and resources (e.g., applications, endpoint devices, network and servers), etc.; Assess current network security measures to identify any vulnerability exists in our network architecture; Conduct external and/or internal vulnerability scans to identify any security vulnerability exists in F...

GEDSI Expert, OTI Sudan STEP-UP at DT Global

 About DT Global DT Global, built on more than 50 years of experience from AECOM International Development, Development Transformations, and the Global Peace and Development (GPD) Charitable Trust, applies ingenuity, evidence, and passion to everything we do. Grounded in decades of technical expertise and leadership around the world, we incorporate rigorous learning and assessment in our program design process to ensure that we stay on the cutting edge of thought leadership. Our technical experts work in partnership with communities and institutions to deliver innovative, data-driven solutions that create sustainable change and improve people's lives. Tasks and Responsibilities: GEDSI Analysis (remote) – This will include a desktop review of GEDSI-related challenges for Southern Sudan, specifically utilizing a conflict lens, and a review of existing literature on conflict prevention and peacekeeping and GEDSI. It will also include primary research, interviewing local Sudanese staff...

Deputy Head of Office at Development Pathways

 About Development Pathways Development Pathways is a growing consultancy firm specializing in social policy in international development. The company brings together a group of international development practitioners - and an expanding network of consultants - with extensive experience of working on social protection, social development, management information systems, gender and social inclusion across Asia and the Pacific, Africa, and Latin America and the Caribbean. Drawing on our vast international experience, we provide innovative, country-specific social and economic policy solutions to the challenges facing developing countries, taking into account the political realities on the ground. We ensure that our policy and programme proposals are robust and cost effective and that they benefit the most vulnerable, including women and girls. We also have significant experience in combining our knowledge of social protection with agile software development approaches, delivering MIS...

Venture Builder, Kenya at Founders Factory Africa (FFA)

 About Founders Factory Africa (FFA) Founders Factory Africa (FFA) is unlike any place else you’ve ever worked. We are venture builders dedicated to solving some of Africa’s biggest challenges and capitalizing on it’s incredible potential by leveraging market and tech opportunities. Over the next five years, we’ll build 24 businesses from scratch and scale 64 existing growth-stage ventures through our venture development programs. Backed by leading corporates, such as Standard Bank – the continent’s largest bank – we have access to their vast resources, infrastructure, and expertise and will bring those to bear for all our ventures and entrepreneurs. Starting with FinTech, HealthTech, and AgriTech FFA will expand our focus as we grow, adding other sectors. The Role Venture Design is the process of identifying new business opportunities and developing solutions to address them. Rather than relying on serendipity, venture design looks at user needs and market opportunities and applie...

Senior Specialist Government Systems at BRAC

 About BRAC We are the world’s largest international development organisation, dedicated to empowering people living in poverty. If you were to describe this world to a child, which one of the following would you pick? It is home to magic, art, beauty, and tens of thousands of years of human talent. Or you would, even though it may be true, that our world is where we live, but it is a place that doesn’t work for everyone? Our world is our playground, a platform for the creativity of all seven billion of us. Sometimes it’s hard to believe that a world that works for all of us can be possible. But the opportunities are all around us. While we all hope for a better future for our world, many of us are building it. If you are a builder, we are betting on you. The changemaker. The activist. The hero. The mentor. 45 years ago, we started building a world we all want to live in. We started in Bangladesh. We listened and learnt, failed and got up again. We never stopped trying. And we neve...

Project Management Consultant - Digital Transformation and Smart Cities at UN-Habitat

 About UN-Habitat The United Nations Human Settlements Programme, UN-Habitat, is the UN agency for human settlements. It is mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities with the goal of providing adequate shelter for all. The Urban Economy Branch of UN-Habitat has the mandate to promote local capabilities of local governments to develop financial instruments to keep pace with the demands of rapid urbanization. The Urban Economy Branch has the mandate to promote plans and provide support for more efficient, socially inclusive, better integrated and connected cities that foster sustainable urban development. DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES AND EXPECTED OUTPUTS For this consultancy, UN-Habitat is looking for a Project Management Consultant to assist with the design and implementation of outputs to develop international guidelines on people-centred smart cities. The consultant will work under the supervision of the Chief of Knowledge...

Regional ICT Manager EA & Yemen at Norwegian Refugee Council

 About Norwegian Refugee Council The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a non-governmental, humanitarian organization with 60 years of experience in helping to create a safer and more dignified life for refugees and internally displaced people. NRC advocates for the rights of displaced populations and offers assistance within the shelter, education, emergency food security, legal assistance, and water,sanitation and hygiene sectors. The Norwegian Refugee Council has approximately 5000 committed and competent employees involved in projects across four continents. In addition, NRC runs one of the world’s largest standby rosters -NORCAP, with 650 professionals, ready to be deployed on 72 hours notice when a crisis occurs The purpose of the Regional ICT Manager position is to support the country offices in implementation of ICT strategy. They are a critical bridge between the global and local teams, contributing to both. The work may involve standardizing and improving infrastructure, ...

Youth Networker - Readvertisement at International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF)

 About International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF) IPPF is a global service provider and a leading advocate of sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) for all. We are a world-wide movement of national organisations working with and for communities and individuals. The purpose of this job is to contribute to IPPF’s global technical leadership in quality comprehensive service delivery (including HIV and abortion). By showcasing innovative and successful approaches from Member Associations within the Federation and to donors, taking lessons from other organisations and emerging best practice this post holder shall contribute to advancing the SRHR community. As a catalyst for technical centres, and hubs they will build upon our internal capital for the benefit of the Federation as a whole. Context of role: This is ideally a development role for a young person starting their career in the NGO or Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights sector. It is anticipated to be a ...

Associate Product Specialist, Product Management at MasterCard

 About MasterCard Mastercard is a leading global payments & technology company that connects consumers, businesses, merchants, issuers & governments around the world. What it is   A permanent opportunity but dedicated to an 18-month program that educates, inspires personal growth, and builds professional confidence to create a Priceless career with Mastercard. Launch will include development opportunities such as: Professional skills learning; Networking and career conversations  What you’ll do:  Partner cooperatively in a team environment to support evolution of a wide array of programs across Mastercard business. Assist in analysing and interpreting user data, consider context and bias in data, and makes a point to highlight data issues / inconsistencies.  Seeks to learn drivers of product stakeholder priorities/preferences and how to bring new insights to own team. Perform project management duties, creating and documenting processes, developing timel...

Development & Mobile Services Cloud Support Engineer , Serverless (SVLS) at Amazon

 About Amazon Amazon is guided by four principles: customer obsession rather than competitor focus, passion for invention, commitment to operational excellence, and long-term thinking. We are driven by the excitement of building technologies, inventing products, and providing services that change lives. We embrace new ways of doing things, make decisions quickly, and are not afraid to fail. We have the scope and capabilities of a large company, and the spirit and heart of a small one. Together, Amazonians research and develop new technologies from Amazon Web Services to Alexa on behalf of our customers: shoppers, sellers, content creators, and developers around the world. Our mission is to be Earth's most customer-centric company. Our actions, goals, projects, programs, and inventions begin and end with the customer top of mind. You'll also hear us say that at Amazon, it's always "Day 1."​ What do we mean? That our approach remains the same as it was on Amazon...

Engineer Intern at Yashio Kenya

 About Yashio Kenya At Yashio Kenya, our vision is to enable individuals worldwide to shape their own futures. We understand that in today's fast-paced world, continuous learning is essential. The current education system falls short, leaving many people unprepared for life's challenges. We believe that tackling issues like poverty, conflict, and environmental destruction starts with transforming education. Through our "Survival Intelligence" initiative, we provide vital knowledge to empower individuals globally. Our goal is to create a harmonious and peaceful world by ensuring everyone has the tools to thrive. Together, let's shape a brighter future where every individual can contribute and succeed. What Awaits You As a Software Engineering Intern, you'll be part of our dynamic web application development team. This is your opportunity to engage with diverse projects, from small-scale gems to grand innovations, all while gaining invaluable practical experienc...

Terms of Reference (ToR) For Engaging a Service Provider to Develop And Deploy an ERP System at Brooke East Africa

 About Brooke East Africa At a glance Brooke East Africa works in 22 counties within Kenya, Somaliland, South Sudan, Tanzania and part of Northern Uganda, through a strategic partnership model engagement. This pool of partners with varied expertise and experiences has enabled achieve key milestones with significant reach across the region. Take a closer look Donkey's transporting goods in Kenya A large proportion of Kenya’s 1.17 million donkeys are found in semi-arid areas where they are used by women to transport water and firewood. Others are used in agricultural areas to transport farm produce to markets and households and in urban areas for transporting commercial goods and water vending services. Despite the heavy reliance on equines in, they are often affected by poor welfare including wounding and bruising from misuse and abuse, malnutrition, dehydration, diseases, hoof abnormalities, eye conditions and respiratory problems. Scope of Work The selected service provider shall ...