Total Kenya being an equal opportunity employer recognises the importance of Industrial Attachments for students in institutions of higher learning who are required to complete a period of time in the industry as part of their degree or diploma studies. We aim to nurture talents by making contact with top-level students as part of our strategy in securing high caliber potential employees (Young Professionals’ Development).
We build partnerships with institutions of higher learning in fulfilling our corporate social responsibility of harmonizing the educational curriculum with industrial expectations. We offer industrial experience to students in the following business lines: -
Marketing (including communications)
Engineering
Human Resources
Finance
Procurement
Information Technology
For consideration for any available internships, kindly create your career profile on our global careers portal accessible via this link:
Total CAREERS.
27/08/2019
Internship
Total Kenya being an equal opportunity employer recognises the importance of Industrial Attachments for students in institutions of higher learning who are required to complete a period of time in the industry as part of their degree or diploma studies. We aim to nurture talents by making contact with top-level students as part of our strategy in securing high caliber potential employees (Young Professionals’ Development).
We build partnerships with institutions of higher learning in fulfilling our corporate social responsibility of harmonizing the educational curriculum with industrial expectations. We offer industrial experience to students in the following business lines: -
Marketing (including communications)
Engineering
Human Resources
Finance
Procurement
Information Technology
For consideration for any available internships, kindly create your career profile on our global careers portal accessible via this link:
Total CAREERS.
We are pleased to announce the following Internship Opportunity in Talent Management and Capability within the Resources Division. In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below.
Brief Description
Reporting to the Officer Resource Center Operations, the position holder will provide support in the management of the resource center including acquisition, accessioning, processing, classifying, cataloguing and shelving of resource center materials. To provide resource center patrons with relevant information and services regarding current and future resources
Detailed Description
Manages the Resource Centre daily operations – acquisition, accessioning, classification, cataloguing
Display Management- Layout and organization of the collection on the shelves according to classification number
Circulation - Ensure safe and timely delivery and return of resources to the staff in outer offices and /or in field while monitoring costs
Library Resources and User Database maintenance
Resource Centre Reporting
Qualifications
A currently Ongoing Undergraduate Student in Library Information Science from a recognized University
Experience in Library System management will be an added advantage
Good communication skills (written & spoken English)
Excellent organization skills
Team player
Additional information
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS INTERNSHIP POSITION WILL BE BASED IN THIKA TOWN
NOTE THIS IS A 3 MONTH INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY
As part of the interview process external candidates should prepare the following documentation which will be required at a later stage based on your performance in the interviews.
An updated CV with contacts of three referees, 2 who must be professional and must have supervised you at some point, the other referee can be a colleague in the same professional field.
Kenyan Certificate of Good Conduct (Less than 1 year old) or a receipt of the same from the CID pending release of the hard copy document.
Clearance certificate from a reputable Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
University Degree Certificate/ Letter of Completion from University in case you have not received your degree certificate.
Copy of your National ID/Passport
06/08/2018
Internship
We are pleased to announce the following Internship Opportunity in Talent Management and Capability within the Resources Division. In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below.
Brief Description
Reporting to the Officer Resource Center Operations, the position holder will provide support in the management of the resource center including acquisition, accessioning, processing, classifying, cataloguing and shelving of resource center materials. To provide resource center patrons with relevant information and services regarding current and future resources
Detailed Description
Manages the Resource Centre daily operations – acquisition, accessioning, classification, cataloguing
Display Management- Layout and organization of the collection on the shelves according to classification number
Circulation - Ensure safe and timely delivery and return of resources to the staff in outer offices and /or in field while monitoring costs
Library Resources and User Database maintenance
Resource Centre Reporting
Qualifications
A currently Ongoing Undergraduate Student in Library Information Science from a recognized University
Experience in Library System management will be an added advantage
Good communication skills (written & spoken English)
Excellent organization skills
Team player
Additional information
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS INTERNSHIP POSITION WILL BE BASED IN THIKA TOWN
NOTE THIS IS A 3 MONTH INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY
As part of the interview process external candidates should prepare the following documentation which will be required at a later stage based on your performance in the interviews.
An updated CV with contacts of three referees, 2 who must be professional and must have supervised you at some point, the other referee can be a colleague in the same professional field.
Kenyan Certificate of Good Conduct (Less than 1 year old) or a receipt of the same from the CID pending release of the hard copy document.
Clearance certificate from a reputable Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
University Degree Certificate/ Letter of Completion from University in case you have not received your degree certificate.
Copy of your National ID/Passport
The Kenya Dairy Board is seeking to offer opportunities to qualified professionals who are focused, organized and result oriented for its internship programme in the following positions:
Compliance Officer Interns – 6 Posts
Internal Auditors Interns -2 Posts
Records Officer Intern – 1 Post
Human Resource Officer Intern – 1 Post
Procurement Officer Intern – 1Post
Computer software Engineer Intern – 1 Post
Interested candidates should visit the Board’s website www.kdb.co.ke for further information.
All applications should only be submitted online via email on or before midnight of 18th March
2018 to recruit@kdb.co.ke addressed to:
The Managing Director,
Kenya Dairy Board,
Headquarter Office,
NSSF Building, Block “A”, Eastern Wing 10th Floor
P.O Box 30406-00100,
NAIROBI
“Kenya Dairy Board is an equal opportunity employer”
08/03/2018
Full time
The Kenya Dairy Board is seeking to offer opportunities to qualified professionals who are focused, organized and result oriented for its internship programme in the following positions:
Compliance Officer Interns – 6 Posts
Internal Auditors Interns -2 Posts
Records Officer Intern – 1 Post
Human Resource Officer Intern – 1 Post
Procurement Officer Intern – 1Post
Computer software Engineer Intern – 1 Post
Interested candidates should visit the Board’s website www.kdb.co.ke for further information.
All applications should only be submitted online via email on or before midnight of 18th March
2018 to recruit@kdb.co.ke addressed to:
The Managing Director,
Kenya Dairy Board,
Headquarter Office,
NSSF Building, Block “A”, Eastern Wing 10th Floor
P.O Box 30406-00100,
NAIROBI
“Kenya Dairy Board is an equal opportunity employer”
Programme Officer – Kenya
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Application closing: February 25, 2018
Interpeace is a non-profit international peacebuilding organisation that works in close partnership with national partner organizations and the United Nations with the aim of building lasting peace. Interpeace has a two-fold mandate: (i) to strengthen the capacities of societies to manage conflict in non-violent, non-coercive ways by assisting national actors in their efforts to develop social and political cohesion; and (ii) to assist the international community (and in particular the United Nations) to play a more effective role, in supporting peacebuilding efforts around the world, through better understanding and responses to the challenges of creating local capacities that enhance social and political cohesion. The Interpeace Regional Office for Eastern and Central Africa (ECA) is based in Nairobi, Kenya.
Position to be Filled
Interpeace is seeking to fill the position of the Programme Officer – Kenya, based in Nairobi but with frequent travel to, and within, Mandera County. The contract duration is until 31 December 2018, with the possibility of extension. The candidate must be a team player with a spirit that is both creative and flexible; have a commitment to inclusiveness and consensus building; be confident, tactful, demonstrate participatory skills and cultural sensitivity; have an ability to work effectively and adhere to deadlines with minimal supervision; show capability to solve problems, prioritize and follow up; demonstrate a solid understanding of current political, economic, social conditions and historical context of the East African region; demonstrate an ability to obtain, analyze and act on large amounts of programme information from diverse range of sources; have excellent research skills.
Period: Until 31 December 2018, with possibility of extension
Scope of the position
The Programme Officer is a member of the Kenya Programme Team and will report to the Kenya Programme Coordinator. S/he wil also collaborate directly with other Interpeace ECA Programme Officers in charge of the respective programmes. The Programme Officer shall:
lead the Kenya programme’s business development, proposal development, implementation of programmatic and administrative functions of the programme on the ground and support coordination with local Interpeace partners, the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC), and donors.
coordinate the daily operational programme of NCIC and Interpeace peacebuilding efforts in Kenya, starting with the Mandera Peacebuilding Programme, which is jointly implemented by the NCIC and Interpeace. Overall, a strong collaborative and horizontal approach to programme coordination, delivery and reporting will be maintained between Interpeace and the NCIC and the wider Interpeace ECA programmes. Relationships will be focused on collaboration and collective engagement.
support the Kenya Programme Coordinator in shaping the direction of Interpeace’s peacebuilding work in Kenya, noting the locally-owned and locally-driven nature of Interpeace’s work guided by the peacebuilding team and local partners. The programme officer shall show or immediately develop an understanding of Interpeace’s peacebuilding values and appreciate how this culture underpins our efforts in individual and institutional development.
assist in preparing narrative reports, programmatic updates, and other project and programme-related inputs for peacebuilding programming, as required by the donor(s) and NCIC.
help institutional capacity building of NCIC as well as support NCIC in joint peacebuilding initiatives in Kenya.
be the key link between the Programme Coordinator (Nairobi) and the NCIC-Interpeace Peacebuilding Team in the field. S/he is responsible for ensuring that the Kenya Programme is run in a coherent, well-planned manner, and in line with the programme design as agreed by Interpeace, NCIC and donors.
The post of the Programme Officer is based in Nairobi and involves frequent travel to the field.
Key Roles and Responsibilities:
Leadership responsibilities
In coordination with the Programme Coordinator, support the following programmatic actions for sustainable delivery of Interpeace’s peacebuilding efforts in Kenya:
1. Implement the NCIC/Interpeace Mandera Peacebuilding Programme. This will be achieved through:
Timely implementation of the programme
Strengthening the peacebuilding capacity of the NCIC-Interpeace peacebuilding team
Developing quality reporting and communicating programme outputs effectively
Holding regular programme and Kenyan context updates and meetings with selected donors for high level engagements
Having regular programme support group meetings
2. Sustain and expand NCIC/Interpeace Kenya Peacebuilding programme and expanding Interpeace’s networking in Kenya
Play a lead role in the drafting of proposals seeking funding to support the Interpeace peacebuilding programme in Kenya.
Identifying and engaging with new donors to bring them into ongoing programmes
Support existing relations with key national and international actors in the region and strategically engage these actors in the work of Interpeace and NCIC
Monitor activities and substantive contextual developments in Kenya and the neighbouring regions relevant for the Interpeace Programme and provide regular briefings to the Kenya programme coordinator.
Participate in the discussions and mitigation of peace and security issues in Kenya with key government agencies and donors
Specific responsibilities
Ensure that all technical guidance and support is provided through Interpeace’s peacebuilding lens. This includes ensuring all processes are locally- owned and driven, and that technical solutions are not considered outside of the contextual realities and capacities of the societies Interpeace is supporting;
Support the effective implementation of the programmatic, logistical and administrative functions, operations, and activities of the NCIC/Interpeace peacebuilding programme on the ground;
Develop and nurture a clear understanding of the programme of work throughout the Interpeace Kenya Programme;
Review written products including publications and donor reports of the Interpeace Kenya Programme and provide quality control, including coordination of tasks relating to content and quality as appropriate;
Monitor activities and substantive contextual developments in Kenya and the neighbouring regions relevant for the NCIC/Interpeace Programme and coordinate regular briefings to Interpeace and the NCIC; actively participate in the reflection and linking of these to NCIC capacity building and technical support in pilot implementation.
Communication and reporting
Lead development of written products including concept notes, proposals, publications and workshop reports, providing quality control, including coordination of tasks relating to content and quality as appropriate;
Maintain close liaison with Interpeace and NCIC team members to ensure that all are regularly briefed on all activities.
Learning
Identify and capture experiences, thematic competencies and process knowledge from the NCIC collaboration, including capacity building and implementation that can be shared with and incorporated into NCIC and Interpeace work in other programmes;
Ensure that reflection and learning take place regularly with regards to the capacity building process including workshops, pilot implementation, methodological adaptations and any other relevant aspects of the work.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education
Master’s degree in Post-Conflict Studies, Peacebuilding, International Relations, Political Science or a related field from an accredited academic institution with at least five years of relevant professional experience; or
A first-level university degree in the above fields with at least seven years of relevant professional experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Experience
Excellent capacity with proven knowledge and experience in proposal writing for major donor institutions like USAID, EU, DFID and other institutional donors
Experience in business development and project management concepts (project development, Logical Framework design and analysis, monitoring & evaluation, reporting);
Experience with post conflict recovery, community dialogue, peacebuilding, social reconciliation and cohesion and/or development interventions in conflict and/or post-conflict settings;
Experience in liaising and building effective partnerships with donors, government authorities, other national/international institutions;
Previous working experience in the Horn of Africa region; experience with community engagement in Kenya or Somalia would be an advantage.
Languages
Fluency in English is required.
How to Apply:
Please send your CV and a short motivation letter, with subject ‘Kenya Programme Officer’, to ECA@interpeace.org by 25th February 2017. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
19/02/2018
Temporary
Programme Officer – Kenya
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Application closing: February 25, 2018
Interpeace is a non-profit international peacebuilding organisation that works in close partnership with national partner organizations and the United Nations with the aim of building lasting peace. Interpeace has a two-fold mandate: (i) to strengthen the capacities of societies to manage conflict in non-violent, non-coercive ways by assisting national actors in their efforts to develop social and political cohesion; and (ii) to assist the international community (and in particular the United Nations) to play a more effective role, in supporting peacebuilding efforts around the world, through better understanding and responses to the challenges of creating local capacities that enhance social and political cohesion. The Interpeace Regional Office for Eastern and Central Africa (ECA) is based in Nairobi, Kenya.
Position to be Filled
Interpeace is seeking to fill the position of the Programme Officer – Kenya, based in Nairobi but with frequent travel to, and within, Mandera County. The contract duration is until 31 December 2018, with the possibility of extension. The candidate must be a team player with a spirit that is both creative and flexible; have a commitment to inclusiveness and consensus building; be confident, tactful, demonstrate participatory skills and cultural sensitivity; have an ability to work effectively and adhere to deadlines with minimal supervision; show capability to solve problems, prioritize and follow up; demonstrate a solid understanding of current political, economic, social conditions and historical context of the East African region; demonstrate an ability to obtain, analyze and act on large amounts of programme information from diverse range of sources; have excellent research skills.
Period: Until 31 December 2018, with possibility of extension
Scope of the position
The Programme Officer is a member of the Kenya Programme Team and will report to the Kenya Programme Coordinator. S/he wil also collaborate directly with other Interpeace ECA Programme Officers in charge of the respective programmes. The Programme Officer shall:
lead the Kenya programme’s business development, proposal development, implementation of programmatic and administrative functions of the programme on the ground and support coordination with local Interpeace partners, the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC), and donors.
coordinate the daily operational programme of NCIC and Interpeace peacebuilding efforts in Kenya, starting with the Mandera Peacebuilding Programme, which is jointly implemented by the NCIC and Interpeace. Overall, a strong collaborative and horizontal approach to programme coordination, delivery and reporting will be maintained between Interpeace and the NCIC and the wider Interpeace ECA programmes. Relationships will be focused on collaboration and collective engagement.
support the Kenya Programme Coordinator in shaping the direction of Interpeace’s peacebuilding work in Kenya, noting the locally-owned and locally-driven nature of Interpeace’s work guided by the peacebuilding team and local partners. The programme officer shall show or immediately develop an understanding of Interpeace’s peacebuilding values and appreciate how this culture underpins our efforts in individual and institutional development.
assist in preparing narrative reports, programmatic updates, and other project and programme-related inputs for peacebuilding programming, as required by the donor(s) and NCIC.
help institutional capacity building of NCIC as well as support NCIC in joint peacebuilding initiatives in Kenya.
be the key link between the Programme Coordinator (Nairobi) and the NCIC-Interpeace Peacebuilding Team in the field. S/he is responsible for ensuring that the Kenya Programme is run in a coherent, well-planned manner, and in line with the programme design as agreed by Interpeace, NCIC and donors.
The post of the Programme Officer is based in Nairobi and involves frequent travel to the field.
Key Roles and Responsibilities:
Leadership responsibilities
In coordination with the Programme Coordinator, support the following programmatic actions for sustainable delivery of Interpeace’s peacebuilding efforts in Kenya:
1. Implement the NCIC/Interpeace Mandera Peacebuilding Programme. This will be achieved through:
Timely implementation of the programme
Strengthening the peacebuilding capacity of the NCIC-Interpeace peacebuilding team
Developing quality reporting and communicating programme outputs effectively
Holding regular programme and Kenyan context updates and meetings with selected donors for high level engagements
Having regular programme support group meetings
2. Sustain and expand NCIC/Interpeace Kenya Peacebuilding programme and expanding Interpeace’s networking in Kenya
Play a lead role in the drafting of proposals seeking funding to support the Interpeace peacebuilding programme in Kenya.
Identifying and engaging with new donors to bring them into ongoing programmes
Support existing relations with key national and international actors in the region and strategically engage these actors in the work of Interpeace and NCIC
Monitor activities and substantive contextual developments in Kenya and the neighbouring regions relevant for the Interpeace Programme and provide regular briefings to the Kenya programme coordinator.
Participate in the discussions and mitigation of peace and security issues in Kenya with key government agencies and donors
Specific responsibilities
Ensure that all technical guidance and support is provided through Interpeace’s peacebuilding lens. This includes ensuring all processes are locally- owned and driven, and that technical solutions are not considered outside of the contextual realities and capacities of the societies Interpeace is supporting;
Support the effective implementation of the programmatic, logistical and administrative functions, operations, and activities of the NCIC/Interpeace peacebuilding programme on the ground;
Develop and nurture a clear understanding of the programme of work throughout the Interpeace Kenya Programme;
Review written products including publications and donor reports of the Interpeace Kenya Programme and provide quality control, including coordination of tasks relating to content and quality as appropriate;
Monitor activities and substantive contextual developments in Kenya and the neighbouring regions relevant for the NCIC/Interpeace Programme and coordinate regular briefings to Interpeace and the NCIC; actively participate in the reflection and linking of these to NCIC capacity building and technical support in pilot implementation.
Communication and reporting
Lead development of written products including concept notes, proposals, publications and workshop reports, providing quality control, including coordination of tasks relating to content and quality as appropriate;
Maintain close liaison with Interpeace and NCIC team members to ensure that all are regularly briefed on all activities.
Learning
Identify and capture experiences, thematic competencies and process knowledge from the NCIC collaboration, including capacity building and implementation that can be shared with and incorporated into NCIC and Interpeace work in other programmes;
Ensure that reflection and learning take place regularly with regards to the capacity building process including workshops, pilot implementation, methodological adaptations and any other relevant aspects of the work.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Education
Master’s degree in Post-Conflict Studies, Peacebuilding, International Relations, Political Science or a related field from an accredited academic institution with at least five years of relevant professional experience; or
A first-level university degree in the above fields with at least seven years of relevant professional experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Experience
Excellent capacity with proven knowledge and experience in proposal writing for major donor institutions like USAID, EU, DFID and other institutional donors
Experience in business development and project management concepts (project development, Logical Framework design and analysis, monitoring & evaluation, reporting);
Experience with post conflict recovery, community dialogue, peacebuilding, social reconciliation and cohesion and/or development interventions in conflict and/or post-conflict settings;
Experience in liaising and building effective partnerships with donors, government authorities, other national/international institutions;
Previous working experience in the Horn of Africa region; experience with community engagement in Kenya or Somalia would be an advantage.
Languages
Fluency in English is required.
How to Apply:
Please send your CV and a short motivation letter, with subject ‘Kenya Programme Officer’, to ECA@interpeace.org by 25th February 2017. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Make it happen, apply now
Corporate success at Bosch is determined by innovation capability and an edge in know-how. Accept with us the challenge of new tasks by your willingness to permanently learn something new.
Robert Bosch East Africa is a growing business in the Bosch Group located in Nairobi, Kenya. We operate in the business divisions Automotive Aftermarket, Power Tools, Building Technologies, Packaging Technology, and Thermotechnology.
At a glance
Your responsibilities:
Office Support and Administration
On-boarding and induction of new associates
Documentation handling and filing
Assist with Recruitment; screening CV’s , scheduling interviews and preparing interview packs
Insurance administration
SAP HR (advantageous)
Your personal Characteristics and skills:
Excellent administration skills
Excellent communication skills
Pro-activeness
Time management
Must be able to work independently and in a team
Detail driven
English speaking, reading and writing
MS Office
Your competencies and qualifications:
Education:
Tertiary qualification: Human Resources and /or Business Administration
Experience and Skills:
Minimum 2-3 years experience
20/09/2019
Young Professional
Make it happen, apply now
Corporate success at Bosch is determined by innovation capability and an edge in know-how. Accept with us the challenge of new tasks by your willingness to permanently learn something new.
Robert Bosch East Africa is a growing business in the Bosch Group located in Nairobi, Kenya. We operate in the business divisions Automotive Aftermarket, Power Tools, Building Technologies, Packaging Technology, and Thermotechnology.
At a glance
Your responsibilities:
Office Support and Administration
On-boarding and induction of new associates
Documentation handling and filing
Assist with Recruitment; screening CV’s , scheduling interviews and preparing interview packs
Insurance administration
SAP HR (advantageous)
Your personal Characteristics and skills:
Excellent administration skills
Excellent communication skills
Pro-activeness
Time management
Must be able to work independently and in a team
Detail driven
English speaking, reading and writing
MS Office
Your competencies and qualifications:
Education:
Tertiary qualification: Human Resources and /or Business Administration
Experience and Skills:
Minimum 2-3 years experience
Graduate Intern
Nairobi, Internship
Join us as we build great workplaces and businesses in East Africa!
edge supports ambitious and growing organizations in building strong teams. We have worked in-depth with 50+ start-ups, social businesses and grassroots organizations across East Africa since 2014.
We use a unique approach to supporting the entrepreneurs and managers we work with: We tailor and design all solutions co-creatively with them, and become their flexible long-term partners as they build great companies, from linking business and talent strategy, to recruitment, to team culture and managing performance!
About the Graduate Internship Program at edge
6-month paid internship
An exciting journey of learning and client projects in edge's recruitment department
Fast learners and strong contributors receive offers to join edge after the internship.
Your ideal entry point for a career in the innovative human capital space: recruitment, talent management and business growth advisory!
For more details see the brochure about the Graduate Internship Program: http://bit.ly/edgeGradInterns (Brochure in PDF format)
Want to apply?
Read all about the program and working at edge on our website and the Graduate Internship Brochure: http://bit.ly/edgeGradInterns(PDF download in the background)
Prepare your CV. Make sure it's max 2 pages and in PDF format.
Record a video of yourself answering the 2 below questions and upload it on a video sharing site of your choice (youtube etc. You can make the video 'unlisted'). 3 minutes max.
Question 1: What are your 3 unique strengths that you will bring to edge?
Question 2: If you think of the different work environments you are used to, what about edge's work environment do you like? And what might be different that you will have to adjust to?
To apply: Fill in the below application form, submitting your CV and the video link in the process.
We look forward to hearing from you!
20/08/2019
Internship
Graduate Intern
Nairobi, Internship
Join us as we build great workplaces and businesses in East Africa!
edge supports ambitious and growing organizations in building strong teams. We have worked in-depth with 50+ start-ups, social businesses and grassroots organizations across East Africa since 2014.
We use a unique approach to supporting the entrepreneurs and managers we work with: We tailor and design all solutions co-creatively with them, and become their flexible long-term partners as they build great companies, from linking business and talent strategy, to recruitment, to team culture and managing performance!
About the Graduate Internship Program at edge
6-month paid internship
An exciting journey of learning and client projects in edge's recruitment department
Fast learners and strong contributors receive offers to join edge after the internship.
Your ideal entry point for a career in the innovative human capital space: recruitment, talent management and business growth advisory!
For more details see the brochure about the Graduate Internship Program: http://bit.ly/edgeGradInterns (Brochure in PDF format)
Want to apply?
Read all about the program and working at edge on our website and the Graduate Internship Brochure: http://bit.ly/edgeGradInterns(PDF download in the background)
Prepare your CV. Make sure it's max 2 pages and in PDF format.
Record a video of yourself answering the 2 below questions and upload it on a video sharing site of your choice (youtube etc. You can make the video 'unlisted'). 3 minutes max.
Question 1: What are your 3 unique strengths that you will bring to edge?
Question 2: If you think of the different work environments you are used to, what about edge's work environment do you like? And what might be different that you will have to adjust to?
To apply: Fill in the below application form, submitting your CV and the video link in the process.
We look forward to hearing from you!
We are hiring a Programs Assistant
About edgeAt edge we are passionate about organizations that will create the future of East Africa, be it growth-oriented businesses with innovative products or services or grassroots organizations serving their communities in transformative ways.We are committed to supporting these organizations in achieving their ambitious goals by helping them build highly-effective teams and being attractive, vibrant workplaces.Our path to becoming the trusted partner for founders, managers and employees around talent and team related questions is quickly taking shape! In East Africa since 2014 we have grown beyond Nairobi quickly, and have worked with entrepreneurs from Eastern Congo to Northern Tanzania enabling them build their capacity in HR strategy, talent recruitment. performance management and organization culture. In Kenya we work with clients from Migori to Lodwar to South Coast thinking through what teams and organization culture will help them achieve their objectives and strategies. We have worked in-depth with 60+ start-ups, social businesses and grassroots organizations across East Africa since 2014 and with 200+ others globally.All details: www.edgeperformance.co.ke
About the roleWe are looking for a Programs Assistant to join our team to support delivery of our various services to our clients. You will support multiple projects at a time, whether delivery of advisory services our clients, events management, roll-out of new programs, recruitment drives, or edge's internal improvement and research projects.You will help keep things organized at edge: When the team is recruiting great talent for our companies, helping them implement team management processes and tools or delivers career coaching programs, we need you to ensure we stick to our timelines, deliver as promised and keep building our internal knowledge bases as we grow. This role is ideal for you if you are systematic, enjoy making things run smoothly and love the culture and dynamics of a small team where learning and growth is the only constant.
Your responsibilities will include Programs Supporto Manage participant communication around trainings and workshops: Send reminders to attendants, compile and send readings and ensure everyone does their required preparations.o Support the recruitment team with any coordination around hiring or onboarding services.o Support edge events through coordination of promotions, sign-ups, catering, shopping, printing etc.o Draft and prepare reports and other documents for workshops and projects based on guidance by project leads.o Proofreading documents, blog posts and social media content. Research and Knowledge Systems o Conduct research on the internet and otherwise: Identify opportunities, networks and contacts, compile facts and trends that our teams can use to deliver better or faster results for our clients.o Market Research related to career paths: understanding how departments and job roles are structured in different industries, mapping out job titles, salary ranges and career progression paths that professionals take.
o Keep updated the internal knowledge libraries and procedure manuals that our teams use. Ensure that all new learnings from projects are incorporated into our standard approach once projects are closed. Organize your own workload between all the projects and demands in a proactive manner, keeping personal effectiveness high. Continuously stay abreast with market trends, proactively gather learnings and share insights to continue innovating how we deliver our services. Support edge's growth: external representation at events, identifying opportunities for cross-selling, taking care of the wellbeing of the team and participating in strategic planning meetings.
Who we are looking for:o You are excited about connecting people with the bigger picture of their organizations, you believe that workplaces should be both effective and healthy, and you want to grow your career in the human capital space.o You are intellectually curious, question things, are okay with being proven wrong, and love using your brain to analyze and strategize around difficult questions.o You are a fast and self-driven learnero You have a great eye for detail, making documents look fantastic with excellent knowledge of English, grammar and style o You have at least one year of work experience, possible in one of the following: research work, project support, business administration, events management or community programs.o You have a track record of executing tasks in a timely manner and are good at meeting deadlines.o You are happy to organize your work independently; you are resourceful and can create lots of value with small budgets and little timeo You are able to add value in fast-changing environments where things are uncertain and you have to figure things out.o You have strong computer skills and experience with: web research, PowerPoint, spreadsheets, google drive and writing emails in a professional context o An HR degree is not a must, but interest in learning the talent management aspects of business and curiosity about career paths is crucial.
Why join edge?o Because we’re transforming the world of work in Kenya and globally.o We work closely and deeply with exciting organizations and passionate leaders across East Africa. o Experience the start-up world and leave your mark in a young ambitious organizationo Work in an international team with a high commitment to teamwork and learningo You will work directly with the founders and be included in exciting strategy and product design conversations with the whole team.o Join flexible and passionate people that value your talents!
Logistics:You will work from our Kilimani office. Home office option available after probation period, as long as you're able to collaborate and achieve results virtually. edge is a young company, be prepared to deliver with limited resources.
Thinking of applying? Take your time to go through our website and read more about our services, and what it's like to work with us. Check out our candidate guide as well. http://edgeperformance.co.ke/join-us/ Submit your application by filling the survey under this link Record a simple video (not more than 3 minutes) of yourself answering the following questions. Upload it on YouTube (tick "unlisted" for privacy) and share the link on the application form.a. What makes you interested in a career in business advisory and building strong teams for small organizations?b. Our team recently shared how it is to work at edge under this blog http://bit.ly/edgelife What traits would you need to change for you to adapt and thrive in such a set up? What strengths do you have that will ensure you can thrive in search a work environment? Upload your CV (max 2-3 pages!) in PDF format as part of the form as well Apply AS SOON as you see this. Selection will take place on a rolling basis
20/08/2019
Full time
We are hiring a Programs Assistant
About edgeAt edge we are passionate about organizations that will create the future of East Africa, be it growth-oriented businesses with innovative products or services or grassroots organizations serving their communities in transformative ways.We are committed to supporting these organizations in achieving their ambitious goals by helping them build highly-effective teams and being attractive, vibrant workplaces.Our path to becoming the trusted partner for founders, managers and employees around talent and team related questions is quickly taking shape! In East Africa since 2014 we have grown beyond Nairobi quickly, and have worked with entrepreneurs from Eastern Congo to Northern Tanzania enabling them build their capacity in HR strategy, talent recruitment. performance management and organization culture. In Kenya we work with clients from Migori to Lodwar to South Coast thinking through what teams and organization culture will help them achieve their objectives and strategies. We have worked in-depth with 60+ start-ups, social businesses and grassroots organizations across East Africa since 2014 and with 200+ others globally.All details: www.edgeperformance.co.ke
About the roleWe are looking for a Programs Assistant to join our team to support delivery of our various services to our clients. You will support multiple projects at a time, whether delivery of advisory services our clients, events management, roll-out of new programs, recruitment drives, or edge's internal improvement and research projects.You will help keep things organized at edge: When the team is recruiting great talent for our companies, helping them implement team management processes and tools or delivers career coaching programs, we need you to ensure we stick to our timelines, deliver as promised and keep building our internal knowledge bases as we grow. This role is ideal for you if you are systematic, enjoy making things run smoothly and love the culture and dynamics of a small team where learning and growth is the only constant.
Your responsibilities will include Programs Supporto Manage participant communication around trainings and workshops: Send reminders to attendants, compile and send readings and ensure everyone does their required preparations.o Support the recruitment team with any coordination around hiring or onboarding services.o Support edge events through coordination of promotions, sign-ups, catering, shopping, printing etc.o Draft and prepare reports and other documents for workshops and projects based on guidance by project leads.o Proofreading documents, blog posts and social media content. Research and Knowledge Systems o Conduct research on the internet and otherwise: Identify opportunities, networks and contacts, compile facts and trends that our teams can use to deliver better or faster results for our clients.o Market Research related to career paths: understanding how departments and job roles are structured in different industries, mapping out job titles, salary ranges and career progression paths that professionals take.
o Keep updated the internal knowledge libraries and procedure manuals that our teams use. Ensure that all new learnings from projects are incorporated into our standard approach once projects are closed. Organize your own workload between all the projects and demands in a proactive manner, keeping personal effectiveness high. Continuously stay abreast with market trends, proactively gather learnings and share insights to continue innovating how we deliver our services. Support edge's growth: external representation at events, identifying opportunities for cross-selling, taking care of the wellbeing of the team and participating in strategic planning meetings.
Who we are looking for:o You are excited about connecting people with the bigger picture of their organizations, you believe that workplaces should be both effective and healthy, and you want to grow your career in the human capital space.o You are intellectually curious, question things, are okay with being proven wrong, and love using your brain to analyze and strategize around difficult questions.o You are a fast and self-driven learnero You have a great eye for detail, making documents look fantastic with excellent knowledge of English, grammar and style o You have at least one year of work experience, possible in one of the following: research work, project support, business administration, events management or community programs.o You have a track record of executing tasks in a timely manner and are good at meeting deadlines.o You are happy to organize your work independently; you are resourceful and can create lots of value with small budgets and little timeo You are able to add value in fast-changing environments where things are uncertain and you have to figure things out.o You have strong computer skills and experience with: web research, PowerPoint, spreadsheets, google drive and writing emails in a professional context o An HR degree is not a must, but interest in learning the talent management aspects of business and curiosity about career paths is crucial.
Why join edge?o Because we’re transforming the world of work in Kenya and globally.o We work closely and deeply with exciting organizations and passionate leaders across East Africa. o Experience the start-up world and leave your mark in a young ambitious organizationo Work in an international team with a high commitment to teamwork and learningo You will work directly with the founders and be included in exciting strategy and product design conversations with the whole team.o Join flexible and passionate people that value your talents!
Logistics:You will work from our Kilimani office. Home office option available after probation period, as long as you're able to collaborate and achieve results virtually. edge is a young company, be prepared to deliver with limited resources.
Thinking of applying? Take your time to go through our website and read more about our services, and what it's like to work with us. Check out our candidate guide as well. http://edgeperformance.co.ke/join-us/ Submit your application by filling the survey under this link Record a simple video (not more than 3 minutes) of yourself answering the following questions. Upload it on YouTube (tick "unlisted" for privacy) and share the link on the application form.a. What makes you interested in a career in business advisory and building strong teams for small organizations?b. Our team recently shared how it is to work at edge under this blog http://bit.ly/edgelife What traits would you need to change for you to adapt and thrive in such a set up? What strengths do you have that will ensure you can thrive in search a work environment? Upload your CV (max 2-3 pages!) in PDF format as part of the form as well Apply AS SOON as you see this. Selection will take place on a rolling basis
We are looking for recent graduates to join our TRAINING PROGRAM in various units within our organization for an experience that will help you set the foundation of your future in the hospitality industry. The programs is designed for 6 months which combines practical experience and further technical training which is key for professional development.
Who are you?Energetic, Vibrant, Self-starter, passionate and ready to grow?Tamarind Group is seeking for trainees to cover the following areas:-Role Qualifications/Minimum Requirements1. Housekeepers Certificate/ Diploma in Hospitality Management2. Bartenders Certificate/ Diploma in Hospitality Management3. Glass hands Certificate/ Diploma in Hospitality Management4. Waiters Certificate/ Diploma in Hospitality Management5. Human Resources Diploma in Human Resource Management6. Accounts B. Com degree a or CPA 1 or CPA 2 and 37. Information Technology Information Technology Graduate
Apply now!Are you interested in this trainee program and do you meet the minimum requirements?Apply by sending an email with your a detailed cover letter and your CV to human.resources@tamarind.co.keDue to the high volume of applications received only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. For any further questions about this vacancy, visit our website at www.tamarind.co.ke.Please do not hesitate to contact us by e-mail human.resources@tamarind.co.keWho are we?Founded in Mombasa in 1972, The Tamarind Group owns and operates some of the most successful restaurants and leisure operations in Africa.The group focuses on its original mission of continually improving the quality and value of its services, developing an excellent morale among its employees and maintaining a superior level of social and environmental awareness.We are looking for recent graduates to join our TRAINING PROGRAM in various units within our organization for an experience that will help you set the foundation of your future in the hospitality industry. The programs is designed for 6 months which combines practical experience and further technical training which is key for professional development.
Who are you?Energetic, Vibrant, Self-starter, passionate and ready to grow?Tamarind Group is seeking for trainees to cover the following areas:-Role Qualifications/Minimum Requirements1. Housekeepers Certificate/ Diploma in Hospitality Management2. Bartenders Certificate/ Diploma in Hospitality Management3. Glass hands Certificate/ Diploma in Hospitality Management4. Waiters Certificate/ Diploma in Hospitality Management5. Human Resources Diploma in Human Resource Management6. Accounts B. Com degree a or CPA 1 or CPA 2 and 37. Information Technology Information Technology Graduate
Apply now!Are you interested in this trainee program and do you meet the minimum requirements?Apply by sending an email with your a detailed cover letter and your CV to human.resources@tamarind.co.ke
Due to the high volume of applications received only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. For any further questions about this vacancy, visit our website at www.tamarind.co.ke.
Please do not hesitate to contact us by e-mail human.resources@tamarind.co.ke
07/05/2018
Internship
We are looking for recent graduates to join our TRAINING PROGRAM in various units within our organization for an experience that will help you set the foundation of your future in the hospitality industry. The programs is designed for 6 months which combines practical experience and further technical training which is key for professional development.
Who are you?Energetic, Vibrant, Self-starter, passionate and ready to grow?Tamarind Group is seeking for trainees to cover the following areas:-Role Qualifications/Minimum Requirements1. Housekeepers Certificate/ Diploma in Hospitality Management2. Bartenders Certificate/ Diploma in Hospitality Management3. Glass hands Certificate/ Diploma in Hospitality Management4. Waiters Certificate/ Diploma in Hospitality Management5. Human Resources Diploma in Human Resource Management6. Accounts B. Com degree a or CPA 1 or CPA 2 and 37. Information Technology Information Technology Graduate
Apply now!Are you interested in this trainee program and do you meet the minimum requirements?Apply by sending an email with your a detailed cover letter and your CV to human.resources@tamarind.co.keDue to the high volume of applications received only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. For any further questions about this vacancy, visit our website at www.tamarind.co.ke.Please do not hesitate to contact us by e-mail human.resources@tamarind.co.keWho are we?Founded in Mombasa in 1972, The Tamarind Group owns and operates some of the most successful restaurants and leisure operations in Africa.The group focuses on its original mission of continually improving the quality and value of its services, developing an excellent morale among its employees and maintaining a superior level of social and environmental awareness.We are looking for recent graduates to join our TRAINING PROGRAM in various units within our organization for an experience that will help you set the foundation of your future in the hospitality industry. The programs is designed for 6 months which combines practical experience and further technical training which is key for professional development.
Who are you?Energetic, Vibrant, Self-starter, passionate and ready to grow?Tamarind Group is seeking for trainees to cover the following areas:-Role Qualifications/Minimum Requirements1. Housekeepers Certificate/ Diploma in Hospitality Management2. Bartenders Certificate/ Diploma in Hospitality Management3. Glass hands Certificate/ Diploma in Hospitality Management4. Waiters Certificate/ Diploma in Hospitality Management5. Human Resources Diploma in Human Resource Management6. Accounts B. Com degree a or CPA 1 or CPA 2 and 37. Information Technology Information Technology Graduate
Apply now!Are you interested in this trainee program and do you meet the minimum requirements?Apply by sending an email with your a detailed cover letter and your CV to human.resources@tamarind.co.ke
Due to the high volume of applications received only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. For any further questions about this vacancy, visit our website at www.tamarind.co.ke.
Please do not hesitate to contact us by e-mail human.resources@tamarind.co.ke
Participants in the Program are selected on a competitive basis, based on business needs of the Bank.
Objectives:
The broad objectives of the program are to:
Provide students with an opportunity to acquire professional and practical experience at the African Development Bank.
Provide the Bank with a pool of potential candidates for future recruitment purposes.
However applicants should not expect the internship to lead to immediate employment with the Bank.
Terms and conditions :
The fields of study from which interns are selected must be within the job families of the Bank, particularly Economics, Agriculture, Private Sector Development, Human Capital Development (Education and Health), Environment, Finance, Infrastructure Development, Human Resources Management, Information Technology, Communications, Law, Internal Audit, Budget, Governance or any other field of study that the Bank may deem relevant to its operations.
Special consideration shall be given to students who are working on projects that have a direct bearing on the mission of the Bank.
Internships shall be performed either at the Bank’s headquarters in Abidjan (Côte d’Ivoire) or in any one of the Bank’s field offices or Regional Centres.
Timeline for the 2018 Program :
Summer - Session : June through December 2018.
Internships shall be granted to each candidate for a period not less than three (3) months and not more than six (6) months. The internship is authorized only once for any candidate.
Interns shall be responsible for their air travel (where applicable) to and from the Bank’s location as well as their upkeep.
Interns sh all be responsible for their medical insurance coverage and for obtaining entry and residence visas in the host country of the Bank.
Eligible Interns will be provided with a monthly stipend .
Eligibility Criteria:
To be eligible for internship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
Students, aged between eighteen (18) to thirty (30) years, and currently enrolled in a Master’s level degree program or its equivalent in a recognized public or private institution of higher learning.
The candidate can apply for an internship within one (1) year of having obtained such a degree.
Provide a letter from their school confirming their enrollment or a copy of the above mentioned Degree.
Citizens of one of the Bank’s member countries.
Applicants must be fluent in at least one of the Banks’s two working languages (English or French).
Strategic Focus areas:
The specific disciplines and specialist professional areas are aligned to the Bank’s Ten-Year Strategy (TYS) and the gender strategy. In addition to the fields that are in the job families of the Bank, focus will be on the following areas:
Power, Energy, Climate and Green Growth
Agriculture, Human & Social Development
Private Sector, Infrastructure and Industrialization
Economics, Statistics
Governance and Knowledge Management
Finance
Legal
Human Resources and Corporate Services: IT, Language Services, General Services & Procurement, HR Management
Audit, Anti-Corruption
Evaluation
Communication & External Relations
Public Relations
Application Procedure:
Applicants will only be considered if they submit an online complete application and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Applicants who fully meet the Bank's requirements and are considered for the Programme will be contacted. Applicants should submit a concise Curriculum Vitae (CV) and any additional documents that may be stated as required. The African Development Bank is an equal opportunities employer. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. http://www.afdb.org
The African Development Bank Group does not ask for payments of any kind from applicants throughout the recruitment process (job application, CV review, interview meeting, and final processing of applications). In addition, the Bank does not request information on applicants’ bank accounts. The African Development Bank Group declines all responsibility for the fraudulent publications of job offers in its name or, in general, for the fraudulent use of its name in any way whatsoever .
21/03/2018
Internship
Participants in the Program are selected on a competitive basis, based on business needs of the Bank.
Objectives:
The broad objectives of the program are to:
Provide students with an opportunity to acquire professional and practical experience at the African Development Bank.
Provide the Bank with a pool of potential candidates for future recruitment purposes.
However applicants should not expect the internship to lead to immediate employment with the Bank.
Terms and conditions :
The fields of study from which interns are selected must be within the job families of the Bank, particularly Economics, Agriculture, Private Sector Development, Human Capital Development (Education and Health), Environment, Finance, Infrastructure Development, Human Resources Management, Information Technology, Communications, Law, Internal Audit, Budget, Governance or any other field of study that the Bank may deem relevant to its operations.
Special consideration shall be given to students who are working on projects that have a direct bearing on the mission of the Bank.
Internships shall be performed either at the Bank’s headquarters in Abidjan (Côte d’Ivoire) or in any one of the Bank’s field offices or Regional Centres.
Timeline for the 2018 Program :
Summer - Session : June through December 2018.
Internships shall be granted to each candidate for a period not less than three (3) months and not more than six (6) months. The internship is authorized only once for any candidate.
Interns shall be responsible for their air travel (where applicable) to and from the Bank’s location as well as their upkeep.
Interns sh all be responsible for their medical insurance coverage and for obtaining entry and residence visas in the host country of the Bank.
Eligible Interns will be provided with a monthly stipend .
Eligibility Criteria:
To be eligible for internship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
Students, aged between eighteen (18) to thirty (30) years, and currently enrolled in a Master’s level degree program or its equivalent in a recognized public or private institution of higher learning.
The candidate can apply for an internship within one (1) year of having obtained such a degree.
Provide a letter from their school confirming their enrollment or a copy of the above mentioned Degree.
Citizens of one of the Bank’s member countries.
Applicants must be fluent in at least one of the Banks’s two working languages (English or French).
Strategic Focus areas:
The specific disciplines and specialist professional areas are aligned to the Bank’s Ten-Year Strategy (TYS) and the gender strategy. In addition to the fields that are in the job families of the Bank, focus will be on the following areas:
Power, Energy, Climate and Green Growth
Agriculture, Human & Social Development
Private Sector, Infrastructure and Industrialization
Economics, Statistics
Governance and Knowledge Management
Finance
Legal
Human Resources and Corporate Services: IT, Language Services, General Services & Procurement, HR Management
Audit, Anti-Corruption
Evaluation
Communication & External Relations
Public Relations
Application Procedure:
Applicants will only be considered if they submit an online complete application and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Applicants who fully meet the Bank's requirements and are considered for the Programme will be contacted. Applicants should submit a concise Curriculum Vitae (CV) and any additional documents that may be stated as required. The African Development Bank is an equal opportunities employer. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. http://www.afdb.org
The African Development Bank Group does not ask for payments of any kind from applicants throughout the recruitment process (job application, CV review, interview meeting, and final processing of applications). In addition, the Bank does not request information on applicants’ bank accounts. The African Development Bank Group declines all responsibility for the fraudulent publications of job offers in its name or, in general, for the fraudulent use of its name in any way whatsoever .
Thousands of small and growing businessesare designing innovative solutions to the issues society is facing. Millions of professionals seek a career in which their talent contributes to building something meaningful.
At edge we are passionate about improving business performance through building high-performance teams, ultimately building a "Thank God, it's Monday" society.
About edge
Since 2005 we have supported young companies in getting their teams right. In 2014 we decided to focus on transformational organizational design that harnesses talents and allows everybody to contribute to the success of the business.
Since then we have supported dozens of companies in Kenya in building highly- effective teams.
Our path to becoming the trusted partner for growth-oriented enterprises around talent-related questions, such as putting the right people on the right job, consciously enabling performance, choosing and implementing systems and processes is quickly taking shape
About the role
We are looking for a Recruitment Intern to join our team in proactive sourcing and selection to fulfill our clients hiring needs through innovative approaches. The intern will also grow edge by supporting internal business processes.
By having you on board, we want to accelerate the roll-out of innovative talent recruitment approaches in Kenya. This role is ideal for you if you love the culture and dynamics of small and growing organizations and if you want your analytical skills to matter.
Who we are looking for:
You are excited about connecting people with the bigger picture of organizations
You previously experimented with various sourcing and selection methodologies for at least 6 months
You love being out there! Networking, meeting several new people and creating connections is your kind of thing!
You have exposure in running projects from planning to evaluation e.g. by volunteering in University or other social organization.
You are a keen listener with great ability to “hear beyond words”
You have a great eye for detail and design, making documents look fantastic with excellent knowledge of English, grammar and style..
You have a track record of executing tasks in a timely manner and good at meeting deadlines.
You are happy to organize your work independently; you are resourceful and can create lots of value with small budgets.
You would love to work in a start-up environment, where things are constantly changing.
You get bored where one month is the same as the next.You are curious to explore and innovate around out of the box talent management processes.
You have an education background in Human Resources
As a Recruitment Intern you will:
Deliver recruitment activities for edge's client
Together with the recruitment associate, you will design recruitment activities and timelines for different hiring projects.
Come up with creative ways to reach the desired talent profiles (using internet, tapping into professional networks, getting referrals across the country etc)
Design and delivery of talent selection processes ( including survey screening, phone screening and one on one interviews)
Managing all candidates communication throughout the selection process ( regrets, interview invites, relaying info on next steps, case studies etc)
Ensure a smooth candidates management experience during the selection process through the edge way.( Constant communication, clarifying questions with candidates etc)
Come up with creative approaches for increasing our presence building edge's talent pool of people interested to work in the SGB space
Ensure timelines are met as per clients expectations.
Give recommendations in the product development process of the RightHire product
Ensure edge is learning
Collect and analyze client feedback (interviews, questionnaires, focus groups, events participation, etc.)
Compile regular reports and present findings in edge strategic meetings
Research potential clients, analyze market trends
Support edge's overall growth
Spot and tap into opportunities for edge
Represent edge in different networking events
Feed observations into product design
Why join edge?
Because we’re transforming the world of work in Kenya and globally.
Experience the start-up world and leave your mark in a young ambitious organization
Work in an international team with a high commitment to teamwork and learning
You will report to the founders and be included in exciting strategic conversations
Join flexible and passionate people that value your talents!
Logistics:
You will work from our office in Kilimani
edge is still a young company, be prepared to work with limited resources
Having your own laptop is an added advantage
Want to apply?
Submit your application by filling this survey http://bit.ly/Joinedge
Once you have submitted your form, please send your CV in PDF format to join-us@edgeperformance.co.ke with the subject line "Join edge team" Your CV should not be more than 2 pages and is named in the following format: First name_Other names. Example: Catherine_Wahome CV.pdf
23/02/2018
Internship
Thousands of small and growing businessesare designing innovative solutions to the issues society is facing. Millions of professionals seek a career in which their talent contributes to building something meaningful.
At edge we are passionate about improving business performance through building high-performance teams, ultimately building a "Thank God, it's Monday" society.
About edge
Since 2005 we have supported young companies in getting their teams right. In 2014 we decided to focus on transformational organizational design that harnesses talents and allows everybody to contribute to the success of the business.
Since then we have supported dozens of companies in Kenya in building highly- effective teams.
Our path to becoming the trusted partner for growth-oriented enterprises around talent-related questions, such as putting the right people on the right job, consciously enabling performance, choosing and implementing systems and processes is quickly taking shape
About the role
We are looking for a Recruitment Intern to join our team in proactive sourcing and selection to fulfill our clients hiring needs through innovative approaches. The intern will also grow edge by supporting internal business processes.
By having you on board, we want to accelerate the roll-out of innovative talent recruitment approaches in Kenya. This role is ideal for you if you love the culture and dynamics of small and growing organizations and if you want your analytical skills to matter.
Who we are looking for:
You are excited about connecting people with the bigger picture of organizations
You previously experimented with various sourcing and selection methodologies for at least 6 months
You love being out there! Networking, meeting several new people and creating connections is your kind of thing!
You have exposure in running projects from planning to evaluation e.g. by volunteering in University or other social organization.
You are a keen listener with great ability to “hear beyond words”
You have a great eye for detail and design, making documents look fantastic with excellent knowledge of English, grammar and style..
You have a track record of executing tasks in a timely manner and good at meeting deadlines.
You are happy to organize your work independently; you are resourceful and can create lots of value with small budgets.
You would love to work in a start-up environment, where things are constantly changing.
You get bored where one month is the same as the next.You are curious to explore and innovate around out of the box talent management processes.
You have an education background in Human Resources
As a Recruitment Intern you will:
Deliver recruitment activities for edge's client
Together with the recruitment associate, you will design recruitment activities and timelines for different hiring projects.
Come up with creative ways to reach the desired talent profiles (using internet, tapping into professional networks, getting referrals across the country etc)
Design and delivery of talent selection processes ( including survey screening, phone screening and one on one interviews)
Managing all candidates communication throughout the selection process ( regrets, interview invites, relaying info on next steps, case studies etc)
Ensure a smooth candidates management experience during the selection process through the edge way.( Constant communication, clarifying questions with candidates etc)
Come up with creative approaches for increasing our presence building edge's talent pool of people interested to work in the SGB space
Ensure timelines are met as per clients expectations.
Give recommendations in the product development process of the RightHire product
Ensure edge is learning
Collect and analyze client feedback (interviews, questionnaires, focus groups, events participation, etc.)
Compile regular reports and present findings in edge strategic meetings
Research potential clients, analyze market trends
Support edge's overall growth
Spot and tap into opportunities for edge
Represent edge in different networking events
Feed observations into product design
Why join edge?
Because we’re transforming the world of work in Kenya and globally.
Experience the start-up world and leave your mark in a young ambitious organization
Work in an international team with a high commitment to teamwork and learning
You will report to the founders and be included in exciting strategic conversations
Join flexible and passionate people that value your talents!
Logistics:
You will work from our office in Kilimani
edge is still a young company, be prepared to work with limited resources
Having your own laptop is an added advantage
Want to apply?
Submit your application by filling this survey http://bit.ly/Joinedge
Once you have submitted your form, please send your CV in PDF format to join-us@edgeperformance.co.ke with the subject line "Join edge team" Your CV should not be more than 2 pages and is named in the following format: First name_Other names. Example: Catherine_Wahome CV.pdf
We’re on a mission to elevate the careers and livelihoods of millions of blue collar professionals, artisans, and other informal workers through the use of technology. Join us.
ABOUT LYNK:
Lynk is a startup which builds technology to connect blue collar workers in Kenya - from carpenters to cleaners - to jobs. In June 2017, we were awarded three of the four prizes by the Global Center for Youth Employment in NYC, for the most promising solution to youth unemployment globally. Our suite of products seeks to satisfy a breadth of consumer needs, which provide multiple channels to increased incomes for workers:
Lynk Requests: A marketplace product enabling customers to request services in over 75 categories from cleaners, to masseuses, to plumbers, and tailors, and receive shortlisted bids.
Lynk Discover: An e-commerce product enabling workers on the platform to sell ready-to-buy products or services.
Byld: A tech-based platform for the recruitment and management of workers on large construction sites.
ABOUT BYLD:
Byld is new product being launched by Lynk, enabling employers to recruit and manage large amounts of workers on building and construction sites. It seeks to provide a career identity for workers, whose profiles grow over time through the jobs they do. Byld has the potential to increase the regularity of work and incomes for the millions of informal workers in the construction sector across Africa, while improving productivity for construction firms. The product has applicability beyond the construction sector too, and we have interest from a number of companies in using the underlying technology for the recruitment and management of day labourers.
ABOUT THE CONSULTANCY:
Lynk recently agreed on a partnership to pilot the Byld platform in Kenya, and is seeking a Consultant to spearhead the pilot, product development and business model. This consultancy has a high chance of transitioning into a fulltime role if the consultancy/pilots go well.
CONSULTANCY ACTIVITIES:
Recruit an assistant to support in consultancy activities.
Work with Lynk’s in-house construction team to adapt the existing prototype for practical rollout
Work with engineering team to develop live app v1: Based on feedback from above, ensure that app v1 contains the right features & UX.
Test App on Lynk-managed construction sites, and iterate.
Lead partnership with partner(s) to adapt Byld product for external partnerships.
Design & manage partner pilot: Design modality for pilot & questions to answer. Oversee the on-the-ground piloting, which maintain strong partnerships with the pilot partner while providing valuable insights into the product.
App enhancement: Based off pilot(s), work with engineering team to implement adjustments to the app for change.
Business model development: Flesh out business model canvas and propose pricing and operational model for Byld product.
Relationship mapping & development: Identify further partnerships to grow the Byld initiative.
COMPENSATION:
The consultant will be paid on a monthly basis at a fixed rate commensurate with experience.
IDEAL CANDIDATE SHOULD POSSESS THE FOLLOWING QUALIFICATIONS:
MBA (or related field: Social Enterprise, Human-Centered Design, etc.).
Entrepreneurial personality / self-starter – able to take responsibility and undertake tasks with minimal supervision.
Experience conducting market research, product design, and/or business modeling in Kenya.
Excellent writing and presentation skills.
Knowledge of construction sector a major plus.
Flexible work attitude: ability to multi-task in a fast-paced and quickly evolving work environment.
03/09/2017
Full time
We’re on a mission to elevate the careers and livelihoods of millions of blue collar professionals, artisans, and other informal workers through the use of technology. Join us.
ABOUT LYNK:
Lynk is a startup which builds technology to connect blue collar workers in Kenya - from carpenters to cleaners - to jobs. In June 2017, we were awarded three of the four prizes by the Global Center for Youth Employment in NYC, for the most promising solution to youth unemployment globally. Our suite of products seeks to satisfy a breadth of consumer needs, which provide multiple channels to increased incomes for workers:
Lynk Requests: A marketplace product enabling customers to request services in over 75 categories from cleaners, to masseuses, to plumbers, and tailors, and receive shortlisted bids.
Lynk Discover: An e-commerce product enabling workers on the platform to sell ready-to-buy products or services.
Byld: A tech-based platform for the recruitment and management of workers on large construction sites.
ABOUT BYLD:
Byld is new product being launched by Lynk, enabling employers to recruit and manage large amounts of workers on building and construction sites. It seeks to provide a career identity for workers, whose profiles grow over time through the jobs they do. Byld has the potential to increase the regularity of work and incomes for the millions of informal workers in the construction sector across Africa, while improving productivity for construction firms. The product has applicability beyond the construction sector too, and we have interest from a number of companies in using the underlying technology for the recruitment and management of day labourers.
ABOUT THE CONSULTANCY:
Lynk recently agreed on a partnership to pilot the Byld platform in Kenya, and is seeking a Consultant to spearhead the pilot, product development and business model. This consultancy has a high chance of transitioning into a fulltime role if the consultancy/pilots go well.
CONSULTANCY ACTIVITIES:
Recruit an assistant to support in consultancy activities.
Work with Lynk’s in-house construction team to adapt the existing prototype for practical rollout
Work with engineering team to develop live app v1: Based on feedback from above, ensure that app v1 contains the right features & UX.
Test App on Lynk-managed construction sites, and iterate.
Lead partnership with partner(s) to adapt Byld product for external partnerships.
Design & manage partner pilot: Design modality for pilot & questions to answer. Oversee the on-the-ground piloting, which maintain strong partnerships with the pilot partner while providing valuable insights into the product.
App enhancement: Based off pilot(s), work with engineering team to implement adjustments to the app for change.
Business model development: Flesh out business model canvas and propose pricing and operational model for Byld product.
Relationship mapping & development: Identify further partnerships to grow the Byld initiative.
COMPENSATION:
The consultant will be paid on a monthly basis at a fixed rate commensurate with experience.
IDEAL CANDIDATE SHOULD POSSESS THE FOLLOWING QUALIFICATIONS:
MBA (or related field: Social Enterprise, Human-Centered Design, etc.).
Entrepreneurial personality / self-starter – able to take responsibility and undertake tasks with minimal supervision.
Experience conducting market research, product design, and/or business modeling in Kenya.
Excellent writing and presentation skills.
Knowledge of construction sector a major plus.
Flexible work attitude: ability to multi-task in a fast-paced and quickly evolving work environment.
