InkomokoâÂÂs vision is an Africa with thriving communities where young people and refugees are engaged, communities have access to relevant innovations for self-determination, and where African solutions are unleashed to solve African problems. Founded in 2012, Inkomoko has provided business advisory and access to finance for thousands of entrepreneurs across East Africa. As the largest investor in refugee businesses, we have disbursed more than $6M in capital to more than 3000 clients. This affordable finance for Inkomoko entrepreneurs helps them grow their businesses, create jobs, and improve their livelihoods. As we look forward, Inkomoko is developing new ways to engage communities to thrive. Creating meaningful market linkages, expanding to secondary cities, and advocating for economic inclusion, Inkomoko has added these community-based approaches to our enterprise development work. By 2030, Inkomoko will be in 8 countries, serving more than half a million small businesses, creating a positive impact for more than 7 million people across the Continent.ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY AND RESPONSIBILITIES This position provides you with the opportunity to work directly with our entrepreneur clients in Inkomoko communities. As a member of the Business Growth Services team this role will contribute to the direct impact of Kenyan micro and small entrepreneurs to create thriving communities. Reporting to the Senior Business Development Associate, specifically, the positions responsibilities include: CLIENT MOBILIZATION (10%) Identify and enroll entrepreneurs based on the criteria to be enrolled in the program. Communicate program details to the community participants and confirm messages have been received. Represent Inkomoko as an Ambassador, outreach to existing structures in the communities. Advise on participants’ criteria to fit the culture and existing businesses in the community. Communicate to Inkomoko leadership about any challenge faced by participants during program implementation TRAINING (40%) Ensure that all the entrepreneurs in the program are informed and attend all the training Organize all the training logistics: printing training materials, setting up the training venue, recording attendance, and starting the training on time Provide the training using Inkomoko training materials in Somali, Kiswahili and English Review and advise the Senior trainer on necessary changes to the training modules. Complete all the training programs in the due time and within budget. BUSINESS CONSULTING & CLIENT RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT (40%) The intake process for entrepreneurs, including baseline M&E and tracking in our electronic system Conducting monthly site visits to assess business need and opportunity Generate cash flow statements and profitability analyses with clients Provide informed, strategic, and realistic advice to help the client meet their objectives, or shift their objectives towards better sustainability/profitability Ongoing site visits to provide real-time advising to solve business changes and grow businesses Connect clients to other Inkomoko services, including training and access to finance Keep up-to-date the clients’ business information in an accurate manner Assist investment colleagues with investment applications, due diligence, and clients’ credit Payment COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES COORDINATION AND ADMINISTRATION (10%) Develop a good relationship with all partners and local authorities in Lodwar. Provide weekly and monthly reports on time. Represent Inkomoko in Lodwar Work closely with the Senior Business Development Advisor and Business Development Manager to organize community activities Assist Inkomoko staff with all in-county communications. Make sure activities in the community are done in a timely manner. Assist the M&E team with surveys and data collection in Lodwar. Provide administrative support as needed. Perform any other duties as assigned Requirements WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR Digital literacy (basic IT skills for Microsoft office, Excel, PPT) Relationship skills (coaching, listening, empathy, trust) Fluent and Excellent communicator to audiences in English, Swahili or any of the local languages is highly desirable Basic understanding and interest of micro and small businesses Show personal drive, initiative and learning agility Strong financial and accounting skills; familiarity with business financial policies in Kenya Flexible and able to deliver results under pressure Good written and oral communications skills Shows perseverance, personal integrity, and critical thinking skills Outgoing and Social Honest and professional University education/or currently pursuing Business Administration, Entrepreneurship or any other relevant field Must be based in the respective location. Access to a smartphone 24/7 is a plus. The candidate should not be employed by any other organization with camp/settlement activities. Key Competencies: We are looking for someone who; Manages Diverse Relationships – Relates well to a wide variety of personalities, values differences, and communicates effectively across diverse communication styles, cultures, and backgrounds. Takes initiatives to Deliver – Thinks several months in advance, prioritizes objectives, implements reliably, and quickly identifies what will help or hinder goal accomplishment. Fluent in Technology – Uses technology effectively to work efficiently and achieve desired outcomes. Benefits WHAT YOU’LL GET This role is inside a high-growth, mission-driven social enterprise. By joining, you’ll access: Competitive salary, and potential Performance-based bonus Incredible company culture, with opportunities for learning and growth Diverse colleagues across the region, and policies that demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion Ability to make a significant social impact to your community Health insurance for self and family Staff savings and provident fund, negotiated bank rates for long-term employees Generous annual leave, parental leave, and sabbatical options.
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Business Associate - Lodwar At Inkomoko
Logistics and Transportation
full time
Turkana
Posted 21 hours ago
KES 2,012 – KES 6,000,000