Main Duties and Responsibilities

Assist in the provision of secretariat support to relevant steering groups
Assist the Programme Managers in utilising the outputs, networks and relationships created through the AAS programmes to support the Academy’s strategic objectives.
Contribute, as required, to the development of evidence-based positions on research and innovation policy issues linked to... the scheme
Support the establishment of systems to enable the Academy to maintain and derive value from contact with past beneficiaries or alumni, and to manage these relationships where appropriate
Contribute to the effective use of the AAS information management systems
Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement at the AAS and to support line manager in achieving other teams, departmental and organisational objectives, as required
Research support
Work in close collaboration with the AAS M&E team to identify, collate, track, assess quality, analyse and validate, and report on programme-related data
Prepare reports, articles and presentations during programme inception meetings, annual grantee meetings and site visits
Track and perform relevant analyses on various aspects of programme implementation to identify and address important challenges to ensure effective and efficient programme delivery
Programme Support
Represent the AAS at internal and external meetings when required
Work in close collaboration with the AAS Communications Team to develop a media and campaign strategy for work to ensure maximum exposure and coverage on the continent and beyond and to generate keen interest from potential stakeholders
Work in close collaboration with the AAS Communications Team to ensure all content (reports, images, videos, social media posts) is relevant and updated on a timely basis
Supervise relevant administrative team duties in support of the project work
Work with the AAS Procurement Team to monitor deliverables (including supplies), and being the contact person for clients on project components of programmes work
Plan and organise relevant workshops and other activities in furtherance of the objectives of the programme
Work with the AAS M&E team to develop and implement an M&E framework for the programme
Support the development a risk management framework for the programme, including developing and maintaining a risk register for the programme and a system to document, track and ensure programme issues and challenges are resolved in a timely manner
Support other AAS programmes and departments in the delivery of their mandate especially for cross-cutting programmatic activities when requested

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Work Experience

Experience within intergovernmental or international organizations, or university or within government in the natural of applied science sector in different regions of the world.
Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible and relevant professional work experience in the field of monitoring and evaluation of projects and programmes for effectiveness and impact more

ID:
AAS/ICT/23/01
Role overview
AAS seeks an ICT Assistant to join the ICT department, the team responsible for ensuring technology works across all units and minimal interruptions to workflow. The incumbent will support the design, development, and maintenance of computer software to suit a range of AAS needs.
Duties and responsibilities

Maintain and upgrade existing systems within the... Academy.
Developing quality assurance procedures
Enhance the AAS website ensuring operational practicality.
Training users
Programme, test and evaluate tasks according to AAS requirements
Contribute to planning meetings and respond to development suggestions as appropriate
Write and test program code to a specific design brief
Find and correct errors through a systematic program of testing conventions
Assist in the production and updating of operation and procedure guidelines
Remain up to date with the latest trends in software development
 Provide ICT helpdesk support and ensuring timely and responsive operational support meeting prescribed SLA’s
Continuous updating of the ICT asset and software inventory
Assist with conducting general user awareness and training geared towards improving adoption of ICT across the organization.
Standardization of all software installed on all AAS machines.
Continuous monitoring and weekly reporting of the network services
 Evaluation and implementation of a suitable help desk system to track all user issues and all ICT fixed assets movement.
Maintain, monitor, analyse system components and make recommendations computer systems security, monitor network, computer, servers, and disk utilization.
Install new software releases, system upgrades, evaluate and install patches and resolve software related problems.
Performing and coordinating effective installation and performance of advanced operating system hardware and software on servers.
Support, monitor, test and troubleshoot hardware and software problems.
 Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the ICT Officer from time to time.

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS
Qualifications and Experience

BSc in Computer Science or related field with extensive experience.
Good understanding of programming languages (JavaScript (React and nextJS), PHP, C++/Java, kotlin/flutter/ react-native)
MCSE/MCP certified preferred.
Experience with Microsoft Windows Administration, Office 365, Active directory, and Azure
Experience with network firewalls
Outstanding helpdesk support skills, as well as excellent verbal and written communications skills.
Demonstrated ability to be a team player and a willingness to lend a hand with any project.
Good programming skills
The ability to learn new technologies quickly
An analytical mind- critical thinking skills
Attention to detail and desire to probe further into data
Work ethics

Professional Qualifications

A member of Information Communication Technology Association of Kenya (ICTAK)would be an added advantage

Experience and Knowledge

At least 2-3 years’ relevant experience in a busy ICT office
Demonstrate a high degree of sensitivity, confidentiality when dealing with internal and external customers.
Ability to work with internal and external stakeholders and build long term competitive relationships. more

ID:
AAS/MMC/23/01
Role overview
AAS seeks a Multimedia and Communications Assistant to join the Communications and PR department, the team responsible for corporate communications at the AAS. The successful candidate will support the enhancement of the organisation’s visual identity through the development of innovative multimedia assets for our website, social media platforms and print... products.
Duties and responsibilities

Support production of video content for the AAS website and social media platforms (pre-production, recording, and editing).
Capture and edit visual content: produce high-quality photographic images.
Design posters, flyers, social media graphics and infographics.
Develop social media content and update social media channels.
Updating content on the AAS’s website.
Manage digital archive and maintain an organized file-management system of images and video clips.
Assist with the production of the annual report.
Research and analyse information for various communication collateral.
Assist in coordinating events: for both physical and online events.
Assist in content development for multiple digital platforms. This includes, but is not limited to website articles, blogs, case studies, success/impact stories etc.
Any other assigned duties.

Qualifications and competencies

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Film Production, Public Relations or any other related field. Must have recently graduated within the last two years.
Strong proficiency in the Adobe Suite (particularly Premiere Pro, InDesign and illustrator) or an equivalent.
Demonstrated experience in graphic design, video production and photography. Applicants should share samples of their work.
Demonstrated writing experience.
Ability to work on and prioritise multiple ongoing projects, as well as adhere to tight deadlines while maintaining strict quality standards.
Excellent interpersonal, written, verbal and collaboration skills.
Creative, resourceful, and eager to learn. more