Deployment Functional Specialist

1 month ago


Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Plan International Full time
Plan International was founded over 75 years ago with a mission to promote and protect the rights of children.

The organisation was set up by British journalist John Langdon-Davies and refugee worker Eric Muggeridge in 1937, with the original aim to provide food, accommodation and education to children whose lives had been disrupted by the Spanish Civil War.

The Opportunity

In this exciting role as the Deployment Functional Specialist – Project Management for programme Y.O.D.A you will be playing a pivotal role in providing functional support to the deploying countries as they successfully adopt the ERP (D365).

You will be working closely with the global and regional hub functional teams to ensure business processes are understood, providing subject matter expertise in project management and the functional systems process to end users.

The Individual

We are looking to recruit an individual who has extensive knowledge of project management processes within an international NGO or charity, as well as systems experience using SAP/SAP BI or D365.

Proficiency in Microsoft tools particularly MS Teams, while knowledge of Power Platform, Power BI, and related Microsoft technologies would be beneficial.

Fluency in written and spoken English is essential, with proficiency in French/Portuguese/Spanish being desirable.

You will need excellent communication and relationship-building skills, coupled with a highly efficient and organized approach, enabling effective prioritization and multitasking.

Adaptability, teamwork, and a commitment to promoting equality are essential attributes, along with a proactive attitude towards learning and taking initiative.

Attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to work effectively while managing multiple priorities are also key requirements for this role.

Requirements
Essential Knowledge

Extensive knowledge of project management processes in Plan International

At least 3 years of in-country experience at an international NGO or charity, experience in Plan International is a plus.

At least 2 years' experience of SAP & SAP BI

Skills

Microsoft tools such as MS TEAMS
Knowledge of Power Platform, Power BI, and related Microsoft technologies is a plus.
Fluent written and spoken English.
Working knowledge of French/Portuguese/Spanish would be a plus.

Behaviours

Excellent communication and relationship building skills.
Highly efficient and organised, able to prioritise and multitask.
Adaptable and a team player
Comfortable working in a diverse environment and a strong promoter of equality.
Willing to take initiative and keen to learn.
Self-starter and strives for quality.
Strong leadership skills
Manages customer expectations.
Ability to deliver to tight deadlines.
Attention to detail, accurate and observant.
Ability to work with senior management.
Well-organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

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