Marie Stopes International Training Centre Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya (KShs 250K)

The responsibility of the International Training Centre Manageris to ensure that the International Training Centre (ITC) is properly positioned in ALL aspects to deliver trainings sustainably. 

The overriding objective is to ensure availability a broad range of quality and affordable trainings and training solutions to the end users while maintaining financial sustainability and growth

The International Training Centre Manager reports directly to the Director, Business Management and will be a member of the Senior Management Team.

Job Title: International Training Centre Manager

Location: Support Office, Nairobi

Reporting to: Director, Business Management 

Probationary Period: Three (3) months
 

Salary: KShs. 250,000/- Gross Pay

Contract type: Fixed Term - 2 years Renewable        

Marie Stopes Kenya (MSK) works in partnership with Marie Stopes International (MSI) and is a marketing focused, results orientated social enterprise. 

We provide efficient, effective and sustainable sexual and reproductive health services in Kenya through both a commercial and social driven approach. 

Our plan is to improve and expand comprehensive sexual reproductive health care all women and men by 2015.

The primary responsibility of MSK’s role is to further MSI’s Goal: THE PREVENTION OF UNWANTED BIRTHS and its mission of ensuring the individuals’ right to: CHILDREN BY CHOICE AND NOT BY CHANCE THROUGH INNOVATION.

It is a role requirement that the job holder must fully comply with, promote and live MSI CORE VALUES: mission driven, customer focused, results orientated, pioneering, Sustainable and people centered

Key Responsibilities 

Develop a business opportunities plan for the ITC with clear annual financial forecasts presented quarterly.
Measure: Annual business plan and budget forecast


Develop a portfolio of current and new partners together with a business volume analysis brought in by each partner.
Measure: Current and new partner portfolio with business volume analysis.

Lead in the promotion of the ITC including ensuring that the website is developed and actively running and working with MSI, MDT and IPD to create awareness and opportunities for the ITC.
Measure: Developed and running website and referrals from MDT, MSI and IPD
 

Coordinating the design and production of new curricula, exploration of new business ideas and expansion of services offered.
Measure: Documented new training Curricula and list if new services brought on board

Ensuring local and international accreditation of the International Training Centre as a training facility.
Measure: Local and international accreditation and certification.

Ensure superior customer relations and service, proper administrative and financial management, good governance and professional efficiency at the ITC.

Measure: Well functional and sustainable centre.

Meet and exceed the budgeted revenue and surplus target    
Measure: Met targets as per the 2014 business plan.

Overall coordination of ALL ITC activities and trainings ensuring that the ITC runs efficiently and smoothly.    
Measure: Superior operational efficiency.

Other Duties

• Additional duties as necessary and directed by the Director of Business Management   

Skills and Experience

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field (Management, Medicine etc)
• Demonstrated business acumen, project management or management of training institution
• Fluent in spoken and written English, and French (desirable)
• Ability to work proficiently with basic computer applications such as Microsoft Office.

Experience:

• At least two (2) years’ experience running a training centre, or managing a service based business

Skills:

• A high standard of written/spoken English and Kiswahili. 
• Advanced computer skills, experience in MS Word, Excel and Outlook essential
• Ability to multi-task and able to work well under pressure
• Good record-keeping skills with the ability to track and follow up on various requests
• Demonstrated high attention to detail and ability to follow through tasks to completion
• Punctual and reliable
• Good organisation and prioritisation skills
• Ability to work self directed and use initiative
• Ability to work well in a team environment; good interpersonal and communication skills
• Trustworthy and responsible

Attitude / Motivation

Successful performance at MSK is not simply defined in terms of ‘what’ people achieve, but equally is about ‘how’ people go about their jobs and the impact that they have on others. 

There are 13 key behaviours that MSI encourages in all employees and they are defined below:

Initiative: Thinking and taking action to make the most of opportunities by finding the optimum solution
 

Innovative: Thinking creatively and outside of the box so that ideas generated create a positive outcome
 

Effective Communication: Communicating through active listening and good questioning techniques, using appropriate body language, ensuring information is clear and concise. Demonstrating diplomacy and maintaining confidentiality. 
 

Responsive: Being responsive to changing priorities and demands
 

Working Efficiently: Planning, prioritising and organising work to ensure work is accurate and deadlines are met
 

Sharing Information: Sharing information and knowledge whilst maintaining confidentiality
 

Focus on Learning: Taking responsibility for keeping knowledge and skills updated and for seeking opportunities to develop further
 

Commitment: Awareness and understanding of MSK’s goals, vision and values and how your role impacts on this and going the extra mile to meet role requirements
 

Driven: Drive and determination to deliver results
 

Accountable: Taking responsibility for appropriate decisions that you make, and the actions and behaviour you demonstrate. Demonstrating integrity in all aspects of your work including financial integrity.
 

Embracing Change: Openness to embracing change within the organisation and being able to adjust plans/activities accordingly
 

Motivated: Motivation towards achieving quality results to maximise potential

Team Player: Working as part of a team by being supportive, flexible and showing respect for each other

How to Apply

Applications quoting the position title with detailed CVs with contact details of 3 referees (1 of which should be immediate, 1 former supervisor and any other) should be submitted to:

People and Development Dept
pd@mariestopes.or.ke
Marie Stopes Kenya
On or before 8th October, 2013

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

NB: Please clearly indicate on the subject line as ‘Training Center Manager’

Marie Stopes Kenya is an equal opportunity Employer