About the Organization:
MicroSave is a consultancy firm and training provider that focuses on the needs of institutions targeting under- and un-served populations and enterprises. It assists institutions such as financial service providers, telecom operators, technology service providers, fast moving consumer goods companies, livelihood institutions, and development agencies serving the base of the pyramid. MicroSave provides practical, market-led solutions based on the experiences drawn from working with a variety of institutions.
MicroSave is a consultancy firm and training provider that focuses on the needs of institutions targeting under- and un-served populations and enterprises. It assists institutions such as financial service providers, telecom operators, technology service providers, fast moving consumer goods companies, livelihood institutions, and development agencies serving the base of the pyramid. MicroSave provides practical, market-led solutions based on the experiences drawn from working with a variety of institutions.
About the Job:
MicroSave is seeking a Training and Programmes Manager. S/he will support the head DFS-Africa to manage a growing range of training and research programs at the Helix Institute of Digital Finance.
MicroSave is seeking a Training and Programmes Manager. S/he will support the head DFS-Africa to manage a growing range of training and research programs at the Helix Institute of Digital Finance.
Tasks and Responsibilities:
- Overseeing the organization of premium training workshops on a regular basis (typically every 2-3 months). This involves:
- Identifying potential participants and actively recruiting them;
- Support the marketing of the training programs;
- Booking the training venues and liaising with hotel staff;
- Managing the training scholarship program;
- Managing the logistics for participants including flight schedules, hotel booking etc.;
- Managing contracting and logistics for experts and associated consultants;
- Preparing the materials for the training workshops;
- Providing on-site support to the training program;
- Managing day-to-day logistics during the trainings including social media.
- Assisting with the coordination and follow-up of the on-going research programs and other program related work. This involves:
- Managing preparations and logistics for country workshops and other associated presentations of data;
- Attending and preparing minutes for the weekly meeting;;
- Following up on actionables from the weekly meeting;
- Using the project management software to track outstanding issues/deliverables;
- Following up on outstanding issues/deliverables;
- Assisting with the resolution of outstanding issues/deliverables.
Qualifications:
- MBA or equivalent degree from reputed institution;
- Minimum 5 years of experience in overseeing the organization and management of professional training, preferably international training in the development sector;
- Strong communication skills in spoken and written English;
- Strong communication skills and interpersonal skills. Excellent people skills;
- Hands on experience of managing training and project management;
- Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment and ability to multi task under pressure.
Closing Date: 13 Dec 2013
Please mention “Ref. Training and Programmes Manager” in the subject line.
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Nairobi
Kenya
Kenya
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