Deadline of this Job: 05 February 2023
JOB DETAILS:Responsibilities
This position is located in the UNEP Digital Transformations Unit at the Nairobi duty station. Within the UNEP regional office, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties:
• Translate organizational needs into analytics and reporting requirements to support decisions, strategies and workflows with data and information, including from UNEP's World Environment Situation Room and other relevant data platforms.
• Identify, analyze, and interpret environmental trends or patterns, using machine learning techniques, statistical methods to identify relevant features and variables in structured and unstructured sources of information and data
• Oversee and allocate resources to the building of analysis, reporting and quality control capabilities
• Ensure technically sound execution of data analytics projects and facilitate data sharing with UNEP¿s World Environment Situation Room.
• Collaborate with colleagues across divisions and within the Digital Accelerator Lab to identify data analytics needs and support data-driven projects.
• Translate immediate requirements into prototype solutions and oversee their subsequent full implementation
• Keep track of trends and developments in data analytics best practices, tools, etc.
• Deliver analysis to UN Country Teams and Common Country Assessments (CCAs) on environmental trends and opportunities to harness digital technologies for environmental sustainability.
• Liaise with digital stakeholders in the region to understand environmental needs and receive feedback on UNEP data platforms and related digital products and services.
• Deliver trainings on data, digital technologies and related innovations linked to environmental sustainability.
• Collects and analyzes data to identify trends or patterns and provide insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods to enable data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned.
Competencies
PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge to turn data into information, information into insight and insight into business decisions. Ability to Translate organizational needs into analytics and reporting requirements to support decisions, strategies and workflows with data and information, including from UNEPs World Environment Situation Room and other relevant data platforms The ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management. Shows pride in work and in achievements. Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
CREATIVITY: Actively seeks to improve programmes or services. Offers new and different options to solve problems or meet client needs. Promotes and persuades others to consider new ideas. Takes calculated risks on new and unusual ideas; thinks "outside the box." Takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things. Is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches.
TECHNOLOGICAL AWARENESS: Keeps abreast of available technology. Understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office. Actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks. Shows willingness to learn new technology.
Education
• Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in computer science, data science, analytics, statistics, information management, public administration, management or a related field is required. Additional university level training in environmental science is desirable. A first-level university degree in combination with two (2) additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. '
• Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics or data science programs is desirable.
Work Experience
• A minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in applied analytics, business intelligence, information management, statistics, project management, stakeholder management or related area is required.
• Experience in using data to advance decisions, strategies and execution with regard to environmental sustainability is required.
• Experience with self-service analytics and data visualization applications (MS PowerBI, Qlik, Tableau or similar), or business intelligence tools (SAP Business Objects, etc.) is required
• Experience in tools managing version control such as Git is desirable.
• Experience with database or programming languages (SQL, Python, R) is desirable.
• Experience with Geographic Information Systems and related software packages (ARC GIS, QGIS) is desirable.
• A minimum of two (2) years or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable
Deadline of this Job: 03 February 2023
JOB DETAILS:The Regional Senior MEAL Specialist reports to the Regional Director, East Africa. They are responsible for establishing and implementing a MEAL strategy for the region; they will adapt and implement MEAL guidelines and tools throughout EMEA East Africa region and provides support with organizational MEAL and related standards. The purpose of the position is to support the improvement of program and project efficiency and effectiveness, decision making and learning during the project life cycle through Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning. In carrying out their work, the Regional Senior MEAL Specialist interacts with other Regional Office (RO), National Organizations (NO), Area Office (AO) and Head Quarter (HQ) staff, partner organizations and contracted subject matter experts (SMEs).
Key Responsibilities
Planning and coordination:
• Develop and implement a MEAL strategy for the region including integration of HFHI’s international Theory of Change (TOC).
• Advocating for and securing resourcing for MEAL.
• Adapt and continue to develop MEAL methodology, approaches and tools, and provide support and guidance to Regional Office (RO) and National Organization (RO) staff to ensure their proper use.
• In collaboration with program/project teams supports the development of RO, NO, and project capacity to ensure that MEAL standards and good practices are properly integrated in all phases of the project life cycle.
• Provides support to NOs and projects to ensure that they meet HFHI MEAL standards and good MEAL practices. Coordinate input from regional NOs to further develop HFHI’s international TOC. Represent the region where required
Technical support for MEAL policy, standards, procedures and tools implementation:
• Be an active member of Habitat’s global MEAL Leadership Team, contributing 30% of time to global MEAL efforts coordinated by HFHI’s Global MEAL Manager.
• Participate in program/project design and proposal writing in the areas of theory of change, logframe design, MEAL plan and budget development.
• Advise and support program/project teams on quality data gathering and analysis to facilitate informed program and project design.
• Provide research, planning and evaluation guidance and tools for the implementation of new / pilot housing programs, and assist NOs in research and analysis for the development of new programs as requested.
• Support program/project teams to set up accountability mechanisms to beneficiaries and community members. Review the responsive use of accountability mechanisms, data and responses.
• Support and follow up on research, evaluations and learning events to document lessons learned and best practices from interventions. Prepare or review terms of reference for external evaluators and coordinate collaboration with them.
Knowledge Management, Reporting And Learning
• Support National organizations in the use of HFHI metrics tools and data reporting, review project data collection and reporting (Global Metrics Tool and related) for data quality and make recommendations for improvement.
• Oversee the implementation of data management tools for process and quality improvement.
• Conduct analysis of project and program results to support evidence-based program decision making and program quality improvement, using appropriate software as necessary.
• Ensure that analysis of evaluation findings and recommendations feedback into improved program quality, evidenced in subsequent program designs.
Capacity Development
• Coordinate NO capacity assessments and review of MEAL systems to identify process, systems and capacity gaps.
• Support NOs in the development of MEAL process, system and capacity building plan.
• In line with global MEAL plan, support capacity development of NO staff in the area of MEAL.
• Develop materials and facilitate learning events that build capacity through MEAL and project management.
Collaboration
• Participate in HFHI relevant communities of practice and collaborate with counterparts within HFHI network as required.
• Establish an external network of organizations and individual experts for joint projects and contractual work.
Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field, especially in the social sciences, social work, or program evaluation areas.
• Specialization and/or professional certification in monitoring, evaluation, accountability to affected populations, participatory approaches, or learning approaches.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar position, preferably with a development organization.
• Demonstrated in-depth knowledge and experience in monitoring and evaluation, accountability to communities, learning, research and evaluation methodologies, standards and practices (preferably in relation to human / social development or housing and human settlement).
• Understanding of contemporary trends and innovations in MEAL.
• Demonstrated experience with qualitative and quantitative data analysis and statistics.
• High degree of computer literacy, proficient user of MS office.
• Familiarity with statistical packages, qualitative data analysis software and IT applications to support MEAL and knowledge management.
• Fluency in English, written and spoken, is essential.
• Project management experience required.
• Adult training and facilitation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multi-cultural team.
• Maturity to work independently with little supervision.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Good organizational skills including accuracy, consistency, and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Active support of HFHI Values:
• Humility – We are part of something bigger than ourselves
• Courage – We do what’s right, even when it is difficult or unpopular
• Accountability – We take personal responsibility for Habitat’s mission
• Safeguarding: HFHI requires that all employees take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguarding our intended beneficiaries, their communities, and all those with whom we work. Managers at all levels have responsibilities to support and develop systems that create and maintain an environment that prevents harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, safeguards the rights of beneficiaries and community members (especially children), and promotes the implementation of Habitat for Humanity’s code of conduct.
Deadline of this Job: 03 February 2023
JOB DETAILS:Job Summary
The main purpose of the Qualitative Data Analyst is to support CIHEB-Kenya’s TRACK program, in its ongoing research analysis obtained from a variety of sources in several counties in Kenya and data collected in the field by program researchers. This position requires the ability to analyze data from conceptualization through presentation. It requires proficiency with analytical tools (NVivo), knowledge of qualitative data analysis methodology, strong communication skills, and a strong commitment to delivering the highest level of information.
Roles and Responsibilities
• Develop a thematic codebook for generating themes and sub-themes in line with the objectives of the analysis. This will involve producing summaries, abstracts, and coding.
• Develop coding notes from the Key Informant Interviews (KIIs), and Focus Group Discussions (FGDs).
• Carry out a detailed analysis of the qualitative data collected using NVivo.
• Develop a qualitative analysis report that includes a description of results in terms of themes and sub-themes, including but not limited to quotations, examining relationships and patterns between categories and themes, discussion of results, and annex for the final codebook.
• Contribute to the writing of qualitative methods sections for reports or other publications.
• Conduct data quality assurance
• Work with the evaluation team to identify appropriate analytical methods to conduct qualitative analyses accordingly.
• Perform other related work as needed.
Experience and Academic Qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences, Public Health or equivalent
• Proficiency with NVivo for data management and analysis.
• At least four years of experience in qualitative data analysis using content analysis, including the application of conceptual frameworks, codebook development, and coding.
• Experience performing rapid qualitative analysis.
• Excellent report writing skills and experience in producing high-quality reports on outcomes of qualitative analysis.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Experience working on health and/or social science research projects.
• Understanding of basic concepts of confidentiality and data security.
Closing: 3rd February 2023
Deadline of this Job: 01 February 2023
JOB DETAILS:JOB SUMMARY:
To be responsible for vetting of all approved facilities due for booking ensuring compliance with all Credit policy and underwriting standards, Delegated Lending Authorities and Service level agreements.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Strategy -10 %
• Actively ensure SBM bank’s Growth and asset quality improvement strategy is met through booking of facilities as per established credit framework, policies and procedure and ensuring income are collected for all facilities extended to clients.
Operations - 60%
• Deputize the Manager in day to day running of the of documentation unit
• Oversee joint registration of log books and MPRS agreement registration
• Liaise with business partners to ensure log book processing and reconciliation are in order
• Follow up on delays of MPRS or Joint registration receipts
• Responsible for loan take overs and audit confirmations
• Receive record and distribute all work from branches
• Ensuring that offer letter and accompanying documents have been fully and duly executed
• Preparing checklists and booking memos once all documentation is received.
• Creation of Credit files and filing the respective documents therein.
• Sending communication back to the respective Relationship Officers where documentation is incomplete and ensure follow up on the same to compliance.
• Clearing the applications on the work queue once done
• Ensuring individual MI is populated daily
• Give weekly return on all work processed each Wednesdays
• Give weekly return of all reworks to the branch with reasons
People Management - 10%
• Deputize the manager in managing officers in the team
• Ensure proper understanding the business expectation by having a SMART balance score card.
• Ensure timely performance review by line manager.
• Maintain good teamwork and respect for all staff within and without the department
• Ensure to attend but also complete assigned online trainings
Compliance - 20%
• Credit Policy Manuals, Departmental Operating Instructions, prudential guidelines and SLAs
• Banks Anti Money Laundering Policies and Procedures in conformity with defined standards and guidelines
• Other internal and external regulatory requirements
Other - 10%
• Safeguard and promote the bank’s image with the general public.
KEY RELATIONSHIPS:
Direct Reports to this Position
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Knowledge; Skills and Experience required for this Role
• Bachelor’s degree in an Analytical/Business related Field
• 5 years of experience in Banking industry
• Excellent Communication skills.
• Experience in Credit Evaluations
Competencies Required for this Role
• Experience or sound understanding of Credit analysis, credit risk and the operations in a credit processing environment Knowledge of relevant lending products.
• Analytical skills including business plan analysis, numerical and financial analysis and interpretation
• Key understanding of regulatory and legal environment
• Problem Solving
• Time management
• Analytical and methodical
• Decision making
• Organisation