Workshop Administrator

Our client, a leading industrial group with a highly mechanized workshop serving East Africa is urgently looking for a Workshop Administrator. 

The workshop deals in state-of-the-art earthmoving equipment and heavy vehicles.    

This position reports to the Workshop Manager and is charged with providing administrative support to the Workshop and the Procurement andAdministration Departments.

Responsibilities
  • Managing files and records, designing forms and other workshop procedures
  • All administrative tasks such as ordering equipment parts and useables
  • Maintaining up to date records of equipment registration documents, part numbers, insurances and operators manuals.
  • Able to work within strict deadlines with minimum supervision.
Qualifications, skills and experience
  • A minimum of a Diploma in Automotive Engineering
  • 3 years working experience in a busy workshop
  • Good ICT knowledge especially in databases.
  • Good reporting skills.
  • A high level of integrity, reporting, communication and team relations skills.
Interested candidates should submit their application and detailed CV on or before 4thMay 2012 to willemgons@gmail.com clearly indicating Workshop Administrator on the email subject.

The successful individual should be in a position to report in the second week of May 2012.

Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Chemonics / Kenya Pharma Logistics

Chemonics / Kenya Pharma is a USAID funded project that seeks to establish and operate a reliable, sustainable pharmaceutical supply chain management system.
Its aim is to forecast, procure, store, and distribute drugs, supplies, and equipment needed for the care and treatment of persons with HIV/AIDS in Kenya.
Chemonics / Kenya Pharma has the following vacancy.
Position Title: Supply Chain / Logistics Manager

Reports to: Director of Technical Coordination
Location: Nairobi
Position Description:
The Supply Chain / Logistics Manager will be responsible for Kenya Pharma’s inbound drug shipments, customs clearance, warehousing and outbound deliveries to the service delivery points.

Specific Duties & responsibilities
Inbound shipment: •Liaise with the shipment subcontractor and ensure commodities are shipped from the supplier and cleared with customs in a timely manner;
 •Coordinate arrival of shipments into the warehouse.

Warehousing & Inventory Management:
 •Oversee warehousing practices to ensure appropriate handling of commodities;
 •Coordinate the receipt and dispatch of the commodities from the warehouse;
 •Manage buffer stock levels and work with the procurement and forecasting and quantification managers to ensure availability of buffer stocks at all times in the warehouses; and
 •Plan and manage semi-annual inventory and warehouse inspections.

Outbound Shipment:
 •Liaise with the warehouse team for the management of drug orders, authorize emergency deliveries to facilities, and manage reverse logistics when required;
 •Coordinate with the transport subcontractor to ensure efficiency in delivery of commodities to sites as well as proper tracking and tracing of commodities.

Management and Reporting: •Provide overall management and supervision of subcontractors;
 •Identify areas of potential improvements/efficiencies;
 •Work with project team to develop and deliver training on various areas of supply chain management; and
 •Implement ISO 9001 principles and Chemonics and USAID regulations in supply chain management.

Qualifications
 •B.A. (Masters preferred) in supply chain management required, or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience;
 •Minimum 8 years project management experience, including supply chain and logistics operations management, subcontracts supervision and management;
 •Experience managing health commodity supplies will be an added advantage;
 •Thorough knowledge of USAID and its contractual and reporting requirements;
 •Strong understanding of GOK customs clearance procedures and processes.

Send your CV and cover letter with three professional referees to: recruit@kenyapharma.org not later than 6th May, 2012.
Please include position title in the subject line of the email.
For a more comprehensive scope of work for this position, visit www.kenyapharma.org/about_us/careers

St. Andrew’s School Several Jobs Kenya

St. Andrew’s School, Turi has Job Vacancies for Building & Site Development Manager, Estate Manager, Site & Grounds Manager, Buildings Manager and Assistant Bursar.
St. Andrew’s School, Turi, Kenya
IAPS/SHMIS, Christian, Boarding, 540 Pupils (5 - 18)
See UK Independent Schools Yearbook and www.standrewsturi.com

A school with the Christian faith at its heart
For immediate appointment
Building and Site Development Manager
Estate Manager
Site and Grounds Manager
Buildings Manager
Assistant Bursar
Details available from recruitment@turimail.co.ke.

Applications by end of May 2012 at the latest, but earlier applications welcome.
Due to the volume of applicants, we regret that we cannot reply personally to all candidates.
If your application is successful, we will contact you within three weeks.

Company Secretary

Company secretary job opportunity in Kenya.
Company’s Legal Secretary urgently needed in a Nairobi Company.
Candidates should have the following;
    * CPS finalist
    * 7 years experience in a similar field.

Salary : 230,000k Gross
Deadline:
4th of May 2012

Applications:
Please send an up to date CV, stating position you are interested in, current salary, accompanied by at least 3 referee telephone numbers/email addresses to; sue@summitrecruitment-kenya.com

Summit recruitment & Training, Rhino House, Karen Road, Karen
Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Please indicate in your email which position you are interested in.

Please do not apply if you do not meet the requirements of the job
Terms and Conditions Apply

CIC Insurance Group - Financial Advisors Jobs in Kenya (10 Posts)

CIC Insurance Group is the leading Co-operative Insurer in Africa and one of the top three insurance companies in the country.

Recently the group ventured into Asset Management; currently CIC has businesses operating all over Kenya with 19 branches.

In order to execute it’s ambitious growth and expansion strategy, CIC Asset Management Ltd wishes to recruit high caliber individuals to fill the following positions:

Financial Advisors

10 Positions

Ref No: HRD- UTA-04/1/2012

Duties & Responsibilities
  • To sell Unit Trust Products
  • To create awareness and educate the public on Unit Trusts
  • Relationship management with current and potential investors
  • To collect and share market intelligence
  • To advice clients on financial matters
Skills & Knowledge
  • Self-driven personality and focus on individual and team success
  • Good communication and people skills
  • Work experience in the financial services sector
  • At least two years experience in selling financial services products: selling Unit Trust Investment will also be an added advantage;
  • Computer proficiency in MS Office suite
  • Mature, confident & articulate
  • Results oriented with ability to work under strict deadlines and meet sales targets
Academic
  • Bachelors’ degree in Marketing, Insurance, Economics or Finance
  • A Diploma in Cooperatives management will be an added advantage
If you meet the above requirements and consider yourself up to the challenge, please email your application and a copy of your CV clearly indicating on the subject of your email the job Reference Number as HRD-UTA-04/1/2012-:

Mail to

The Group Human Resources Manager
CIC Insurance Group Ltd
P.O Box 59485 - 00200,
Nairobi

Email to: recruitment@cic.co.ke

Website: www.cic.co.ke

The application should reach CIC Insurance by close of business on 4th May, 2012.

Please note only shortlisted candidate will be contacted.

If you do not hear from us by 15th June, 2012 consider yourself unsuccessful.

Telecommunications Chief Executive Officer Job in South Sudan

Telecommunications Chief Executive Officer

South Sudan

(Attractive salary plus free housing, air tickets, transportation and medical)

Job Ref. MN 5330

Our client ¡s a well established telecom infrastructure development company operating in Africa who wishes to recruit a CEO for its operations in South Sudan (based in Juba) to service the telecom sector.

Job Profile
  • Overall responsibility for the P&L and Balance Sheet;
  • Organize and run the operations to cover rollout and managed services of mobile telecom infrastructure.
  • Closely coordinate with government agencies such as regulatory bodies, tax authorities.
  • Coordinate with operators for rollout activities and supervise RF Mapping processes.
  • Develop and improve customer relationships.
  • Drive local sales effort of the company.
  • Develop strategies for pricing and trend development.
  • Study and analyze local market and various opportunities.
  • Manage all local staff, reporting into him / her directly.
  • Overlook all support functions: HR, Legal, Tax, Regulatory, Finance, IT, Procurement etc.
  • Various additional services as required from time to time by Company.
Person Profile
  • BSc in Engineering with business background.
  • Business acumen to drive sales and projects.
  • People management and motivation skills.
  • Customer service skills.
  • Experience in the telecoms sector is mandatory.
Send your application with a detailed CV and a daytime telephone number.

Please also summarize yourself as follows:
  • Job Ref No
  • Your Name
  • Current / Past Salary: Year 2011 pm, Year 2012 pm
  • Year 2012 Benefits: If house state market rent; if car state cc
Email your application and detailed CV before 4th May 2012 to: recruit@manpowerservicesgroup.com

Insurance Sales Lady Re-advertisement

Position: Insurance Sales Lady

Job Description
  • Initiating and closing sales for the company’s existing and upcoming properties
  • Client Relationship management
  • new business generation to both individual and corporate clients.
Requirements
  • Must be a results focused person with a record of converting prospects into clients specifically in the real estate industry
  • Has solid sales experience and contacts within the insurance industry
  • A confident person with professional skills to build a rapport and win the trust of clients
  • Must have the right attitude to sell
  • A track record of closing business deals in the insurance industry
  • A drive to achieve sales results
  • Ability to work autonomously
  • A desire to be rewarded for sales success
  • Ability to work under and withstand alot of pressure!
Academic Requirements
  • A Diploma in sales and marketing, a degree will be an added advantage.
  • At least two years experience in the insurance industry.
  • A member if a professional body e.g. CIM etc is an added advantage.
Email: recruit@odumont.com

Deadline: 5/05/2012

Aga Khan Foundation - Regional Finance Manager

he Aga Khan Foundation (AKF) is a private, non-denominational development agency promoting creative and effective solutions to selected problems that impede social development in developing countries.

AKF East Africa invites applications for this senior position based at its Regional Office in Nairobi.

Regional Finance Manager

The position will report to the Regional Chief Operating Officer and will provide strategic leadership and ensure effective development of financial processes and procedures as well as implementation of sound internal controls, budgeting, financial management and reporting.

Key duties and responsibilities:
  • Lead and manage the regional finance team in accomplishing strategic objectives
  • Develop, strengthen and implement systems and procedures that enhance efficiency, effectiveness and accountability
  • Ensure high quality management reports, budgets and analysis
  • Ensure policies and procedures in financial management, grant management; and donor compliance
  • Monitor and track budgetary allocations and expenditures from various donors
  • Lead and provide support to country offices and programmes
  • Consolidate programme funding requests, projections and treasury management across the region
  • Manage internal, external and donor financial audits
  • Ensure submission of accurate quality reports to external donors
Qualifications & Competencies required:

Applicants for this key role should have a Bachelor’s degree in finance or equivalent and professional accounting qualification.

The applicant should have 10 years of relevant experience, good communication skills, strong analytical skills and be proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).

This position entails travelling locally and regionally.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, CV and names and contact information of three professional referees before Friday, 30th April, 2012 to the

Regional Human Resource Manager,
Aga Khan Foundation, East Africa,
by e-mail to. recruitment-akfea@akdn.org

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The Aga Khan Foundation is an agency of the Aga Khan Development Network (www.akdn.org).

Deputy Claims Manager


Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Employment Type: Full-Time
Summary: Our client is one of the leading and most respected insurance companies operating across East and Central Africa. They wish to fill the following vacancies.
Description: Reporting to the Claims Manager, the job holder will:
• Ensure accurate claims reserves.
• Monitor performance of service providers and ensure
prompt payments for effective service delivery.
• Analyse gaps in the claims process and recommend
improvements.
• Authorize repairs, claims, costs and fees in the unit within
the authority limits.
• Ensure service providers are appointed promptly effective
service delivery.
• In consultation with the legal officer, ensure recoveries
from third parties in order to reduce final cost of the claim.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly management reports.
• Prepare monthly claims reports for various key Clients
and Brokers.
• Supervise the Facultative and Treaty Recoveries.
• Maintain accurate records of incurred and new claims.
• Ensure speedy disposal of salvages.
• Any other duties that may be assigned by the Executive.
Requirements: • Any other duties that may be assigned by the Executive.
PERSON PROFILE
• Bachelors Degree from a recognized institution.
• ACII or AIIK qualification.
• Minimum 5 years experience in a senior supervisory
position in a claims or underwriting department.
• A thorough understanding of Claims processes.
• Ability to provide leadership, guidance and motivation to
the claims team.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Good analytical skills.
• Confident and self-driven.
• Ability to work under pressure.
Send your application by hand, courier, post or email so as to reach us by 27th April 2012. Mark Job Ref. No. on top left of the envelope.

Adept Systems Projects & Facilities Manager

Adept systems are recruting for thier Kenyan client. The job is for a projects facility manager. Our client, a leading global pharmaceutical company is looking to fill the Projects & Facilities Manager role. The job holder will be responsible for managing all engineering capital projects at the Nairobi site, charged with applying best practices, tools and techniques in line with the Company’s project management standards. Reporting directly to the Site Engineer, the job holder’s key focus areas are; Project Management, Project Accounting, Safety & Compliance and People Management.

Key Responsibilities
Progress the project plans within the constraints of time, budget and quality in order to support and ensure overall product flow.
Ensure appropriate upkeep of site facilities in order to provide a habitable and pleasant working environment and coordinate the teams in achievement of the project objectives.
Convert planned projects into tasks for ease of implementation.
Serve as the designated point of contact for project procedural issues.
Provide visibility of task progress and update the Site’s Facility Master Plan.
Propose the creation of cross functional project teams.

Requirements
A degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Process).
At least 5 years Project Management experience.
Must have a good track record of Capital Project Delivery including design management, construction management, contract management, commissioning & handover.
Experience in developing business cases for capital investment.
Experience of working in a consumer Healthcare, food factory or pharmaceutical environment would be an added advantage.
Knowledge and understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices Validation, Good Engineering Practices and commissioning, preferably in a Consumer Healthcare or pharmaceutical environment.
Understanding of process plant and equipment (mechanical and electrical).
Ability to work with limited supervision, on a day to day basis.
Experience in managing cross functional teams.
Excellent communication skills (presentations and written).
Good understanding of construction safety.
Strong planning & organising skills required.

How to apply:
Send your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with our client; a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a day time phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees by close of business Monday 30th April 2012.

Adept Systems
MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS
P O Box 6416, Nairobi, GPO 00100
Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke
Web: www.adeptsys.biz

Please note that we do not charge fees for receiving or processing job applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Surveyor

Richfield Engineering Ltd has a vacancy for a qualified surveyor with experience mainly in topographical survey.
We are a construction company.
We are looking for a licensed surveyor with the following qualifications:
- A minimum of a degree in surveying from a recognized university.
- At least five years experience in surveying mainly in topographical survey.
- Knowledge of AutoCad and modern surveying software

Email: rkamau@richfieldkenya.com

eLearning Instructional Designer

IT Job for applicants with good knowledge of Instructional Design and Storyboarding.
eLearning Instructional Designer
Octopus ICT Solutions Ltd (OIS) is an Information Communication Technology (ICT) company founded over six years ago.
It is duly registered as a limited liability company in Kenya and licensed by the Communications Commission of Kenya (CCK) as an Applications Services Provider (ASP) mandated to provide Information and
Communication Technology (ICT) solutions to corporate, residential and individual consumers.
OIS seeks energetic, creative individuals with an interest in e-learning and instructional design to support the e-Learning department. OIS offers a dynamic, creative, and progressive work environment.
Type of Employment: 6 Month Renewable Contract.

Required skill sets:
    Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science or related field. A solid understanding of Web technologies is preferred.
    Have good knowledge of Instructional Design and Storyboarding. This includes ability to:
    Research, analyze, design, develop and customize instructional materials.
    Work with different types of input material to create instructional content.
    Apply various Instructional strategies, models and theories to content.
    Use templates in developing instructional materials.
    Visualize.
    Have knowledge of industry standards, such as AICC, SCORM.
    Multi-faceted production experience in a distance education, or training environment, including experience in designing and developing courses using HTML, Flash, Articulate and Adobe eLearning Suite.
    Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS), particularly Moodle.
    Demonstrated experience working with subject matter experts and adult learners to develop content.
    Be able to work with Account Managers and/or Marketing team to analyze project requirement with the clients and suggest solutions.
    Be proficient with MS Office, specifically MS Word and PowerPoint.
    Demonstrate effective spoken and written English and excellent presentation and interpersonal skills.
    Provide instructional design feedback on online modules which are being developed by vendors or volunteers in order to create compelling online learning experiences (this entails using adult learning techniques).
    Monitor courses currently available through OIS's online platform to collect feedback and refine material and approaches if necessary.

The successful candidate must be a self-starter with the ability to work independently within a team-based, fast-paced atmosphere with high standards for quality, accuracy, and innovation.
This candidate should also possess strong organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines, prioritize, and work on multiple projects simultaneously with great efficiency and attention to detail.
For consideration, please forward a detailed CV and cover letter with the words “eLearning Instructional Designer” on the email subject line to jobs@octopusict.com.
Do not send us your certificates at this stage – applications with certificates will be ignored.
Your application must reach us not later than 5pm on the 27th of April 2012.
Only qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.
Remuneration for the position will be related and dependent on applicant’s level of education and experience.

Technical Customer Service

Our Client a leading player in the global Ice-Cold Merchandisers (Beverage Coolers) market, seeks to recruit a Technical Manager - Customer Service.
Main Purpose
Manage the activities of customer service team, sale of post sales services- post warranty, service and asset placement in the market.
Technical training and support to the service provider and the company customers.
Responsibilities:
    Prepare Post-Sales Services Proposals and contracts to customers.
    Create, develop and train service network and ensure that the service providers offer high quality service, ensuring contractual KPIs are met.
    Develop and implement corrective plans to address all technical Customer complaints.
    Prepare, implement, supervise, and evaluate all customer service projects.
    Spare part Management and forecasting by preparing a reliable projection process and reporting mechanism.
    Day to day running and management of the customer service team and ensure that service delivery is at optimal.
    Ensure 100% implementation and compliance of the company commercial policy and standard operating procedure for post sales operations.
    Prepare and review Post maintenance contracts to ensure optimum mutual obligations.
    Track and prepare Periodic Profit and Loss Reports for management, for all the customer service projects.
    Communicate with customers, both in person and by telephone, in case of complicated technical issues in an effort to provide superior service and maintain high standards in dealing with them.
    Develop and implement technical training and seminars on new and existing products.
    Timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, triennially and annual project report.
    Periodic market inspections on work quality by the service providers.
    Spare parts Sales.

Qualifications:

    Diploma, Degree in Electrical Engineering
    Minimum experience of 2 years in a Customer Service Management position
    Minimum 5 years work experience
    Engineering knowledge
    Strategic management and planning skills
    Strong business acumen, basic accounting and finance skills
    Good understanding of critical equipment supporting infrastructure e.g. diesel generators, Air conditioning Systems.
    Excellent communication skills (English) and strong interpersonal, leadership and people management skills

How to Apply:
If you are qualified and up to the challenge, please apply via our Careers page on
www.altimaafrica.com
Deadline for application is Thursday 26th April, 2012.
Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted

Sales Executives

Kenyan applications are invited for a sales job in the hospitality industry for individuals with a Self driven personality.
Sales Executives
Location: Nairobi
Industry: Hospitality
Our client, a leading supplier for world class hospitality products including cutlery, branded toiletries and fine bedding is looking for Sales Executives.
The ideal candidate should have outstanding Sales experience preferably in a hospitality related industry.
Candidates with strong sales and no hospitality background will also be considered.

Key Responsibilities
    Obtain adequate knowledge on all company products
    Visit clients as per schedule pre planned with supervisor.
    Preparation of daily, weekly and monthly sales reports as well as filing the same
    Adequate follow up on quotations/proforma sent to clients
    Maintain client data base with accurate and updated sales records
    Provide feedback from clients to enhance service delivery
    Obtain market intelligence and competitor information
    Liaise with the accounts department on the account status of clients in line with the company’s credit policy
    Execution of duties related to marketing from time to time

Qualifications/ Experience
    Outstanding sales ability.
    At least 2 years sales experience preferably in the hospitality industry.
    Diploma in Marketing or Business related studies from a reputable institution
    Self driven personality with demonstrated ability to work with minimum supervision.

To apply, send your CV ONLY to recruit@flexi-personnel.com by Monday 30th April 2012
Kindly indicate the position applied for a minimum salary expectation on the subject line.
Only serious candidates who meet above profile need apply

Strategic HR Manager

Human Resources Job In Mombasa with applicants required to have atleast 5 years experience in HR managementFMCG Company based in Mombasa urgently needs a dynamic Strategic HR Manager Individual must have experience in FMCG industry and have desire to join an exciting, changing company.
Must have:•Degree
•5 years experience as HR Manager
Salary: Kshs. 300,000 - 350,000 Gross
Deadline: 30th April 2012

Please send an up to date CV, stating your current salary, accompanied by at least 3 referee telephone numbers / email addresses to:
Sue@summitrecruitment-kenya.comSummit recruitment & Training,
Rhino House, Karen Road, Karen

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Please indicate in your email which position you are interested in.
Please do not apply if you do not meet the requirements of the job

Sales & Marketing Job

A Sales & Marketing vacancy is open for persons with good analytical skills who are capable of building and developing a relevant sales and marketing strategy.A leading coffee dealer is looking for a suitable person to fill the position of a Sales & Marketing Executive, within its structure, to join a team of dedicated, results oriented and performance driven employees.
The ideal candidate should posses a good understanding of the local food and beverage industry.
Purpose of the Position
To ensure consistent market penetration, expansion and brand development across the country, delivering a sustainable growth of sales, while respecting the brand’s guidelines.

Ideal Profile
The ideal candidate is someone with strong sales and marketing skills and experience in the food & beverage industry.
Preferably someone who has experience in marketing and selling Coffee, Tea, soft drinks, Food, Confectionery, and the like.

Main Duties
•Developing a relevant marketing strategy
•Building the relevant sales strategy
•Developing a detailed sales plan
•Maintain high level of recognition of the company / brand name in the market
•Design, implement and enforce procedures required to grow the business with existing and new customers
•Manage sales forecasts and marketing budgets.
•Conduct market intelligence and surveillance to keep abreast with developments in the market place
•Anticipating risks and seizing business opportunities
•Ensuring payments are made and received on time
•Liaise with internal business units as well as external buyers and data analysis providers.

Requirements
•College degree in a business related field but with bias in Sales & Marketing
•Qualifications in CIM (Diploma level)
•3-5 years of relevant professional experience
•Good analytical skills
•Good proficiency of Excel and PowerPoint
•Ability to Travel 60% to 70% of the time
•Excellent communication and presentation skills
•Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks
•Highly motivated with positive attitude
•Ability to handle difficult customers
•Flexible and sensitive to meeting customers needs and achieving daily objectives/targets

Interested candidates meeting the above criteria should forward their detailed Curriculum Vita via the email jobs@kencaffee.coop, by 27th April 2012.

Event, Marketing Account Executives Jobs Kenya

Event  executive, Sales and Marketing executive job opportunities for kenyan aspirants with 2 to 3 years working experience and a willingness to learn and grow on the job. We are a very fast growing indigenous Marketing & Public Relations Agency with a expansion plan to explore opportunities in the Region (i.e. Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi and Southern Sudan), is seeking to find serious and committed Account Executives in the following areas:
( i ) Event Executive with Marketing and PR experience
The primary role will be to devise, implement and manage the Event & Experiential campaigns for a broad range of clients from the film and entertainment sector, charity, business and to support and drive its PR, marketing and promotion.

The candidate would need to have a proven track record in independently handling the end-to-end organisation and management of a range of events, right from conceptualisation to evaluation, such as press conferences, red carpet premieres, store launches, gala dinners, talent tours and junkets, high end charity events, concerts, outdoor events, VIP receptions, award dinners in Kenya and abroad.
A Solid project management experience as the first port of call is essential and the ability to deliver events within agreed timescales and budget.
PR experience is a key component to the role. As the role requires the candidate to work closely with the Founder and CEO of the company

Key areas of work experience to include:
•Creating, organising and updating databases of contacts for Events, PR and Marketing requirements
•Knowledge of the various elements involved for an event campaign - from back end logistics, security, policies, to guest list management, production etc
•Provide rounded support to seniors
•Extensive research for clients, industry, topics, issues, target audiences
•Experience of how other communication verticals such as high level PR, media, experiential, marketing, online, outreach, sponsorship and advertising add value to an event’s campaign is vital
•Drafting various forms of internal and external copy including press releases, client commentary, competition copy, newsletters, mail-outs, advertisements, invitations, brochures for approval by senior management
•Knowledge and experience of handling social media campaigns for clients
•Monitoring, collating and analysing media coverage and producing cuttings files for clients
•Conducting PR sell-ins for clients
Due to the nature of the role, flexibility and a willingness to work unsociable hours will be necessary.

Qualifications & Experience Required
The candidate needs to be an excellent communicator with the ability to think strategically and logically, have high standards of attention to detail, excellent research skills, strong multi-tasking and team skills.
•A degree holder in either, Media studies, Business, Management and Marketing would be beneficial.
•Though educational qualifications can be valuable assets they will not guarantee you the job but much more emphasis on actual experience and extracurricular activities & applicable work skills.
•The position will require a 2 to 3 years working experience with a willingness to learn and grow on the job.

(ii) Sales & Marketing Executive
The successful candidate will be provided with a list of target prospects and guided along the process.

Duties and Responsibilities
•Prospecting, identifying opportunities, building new business relationships and generating revenue.
•Focus on growing existing accounts and acquiring new clients.
•Placing sales calls, conducting face –to –face Meetings, making sales presentations and prospecting.
•Build proposals, negotiate contracts and maintain delivery of accounts.
•Work with colleagues to facilitate project execution.

Requirements
The successful candidate must have:
•Experience in selling print advertising to media buyers at agencies, or selling directly to media buyers and advertising managers at organizations
•Experience with outdoor advertising/ large format printing industry with over 2 years experience.
•A minimum of a diploma in sales and marketing or in public relations
•Computer literate.
•Superior communication and presentation skills
•Ability to work independently and within a team
•Individual must be a “go getter” looking forward to meeting and exceeding sales goals
•Ability to multi-task and follow up is imperative.

Interested candidates should apply:
To the Head of Human Resources & Administration
email: info@arteccolors.co.ke
along with copies of certificates a detailed CV with Photograph including information on current salary, expected salary, telephone contacts and notice period if any.
The deadline for submission: Monday, 30th April 2012.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Academic Writers Kenyan Job

Jamstar Solutions is looking for experienced writers with a sound understanding of different referencing styles and the ability to stick to strict deadlines and work under no supervisionExcellent academic writers with knowledge in writing reports, essays, proposals with knowledge in all referencing styles.
Our office is located at Town.
Great Pay for great writers.
We are looking for five qualified and experienced research and academic writers.
Qualifications•Any University degree or diploma
•Excellent English
•Knowledge of the different referencing styles i.e. APA, MLA, Chicago-turabian and Harvard referencing styles
•The ability to stick to strict deadlines and work under no supervision.
•Writing experience of more that 6 months
•Internet and computer access at home
•Clear understanding of the term PLAGIARISM.

Please send your CVs and 3 work samples to jamstarsolutions@gmail.com

Lab Technologist Job In Mombasa

Job Opportunity for Kenyan aspirants registered with the Laboratory Board.The Nyali Children Hospital situated in Mombasa North mainland with branches in Likoni and Mikindani has a vacancy for a Lab Technologist with the following qualifications:
•Must be a Diploma Holder
•Registered with the Laboratory Board
•Aged not less than 25 years old.
Applicants who meet the above criteria should send their applications accompanied by their CV and copies of relevant academic and professional certificates to:
The Managing Director,
Nyali Children Hospital,
P.O. Box 43354-80100,
Mombasa
before 30th April 2012.

Process Improvement Leader Job Kenya

Job Opening for Higher National Diploma and above Engineering graduates to lead continuous improvement programme, championing and implementing best practice throughout factory operationsCareer Advancement Opportunity
Our client, an integrated commercial security printer and papermaker is looking for a candidate to fill the position of a Process Improvement Leader.

Reporting to the Process Manager, the position holder will be responsible for aiding our client’s leadership in assessing opportunities for improvement, implementing required process and other changes to deliver process and non process improvement.
Main Responsibilities:
•Lead continuous improvement programme, championing and implementing best practice throughout factory operations.
•Be the site knowledge repository of Manufacturing KPI’s (OEE, Yield and OTIF)
•Use relevant KPI’s to install best practice and drive initiatives to enable delivery of targets

Qualifications and Experience
•Higher National Diploma or a Degree level in Engineering or equivalent.
•Familiar with Process Improvement tools such as Six Sigma or Lean Methodologies
•Excellent computer skills
•Excellent facilitation and problem solving skills with ability to deliver training
•Excellent communication and project management skills
•At least 3 years experience in a busy manufacturing environment

If you have the requisite experience and qualification for this role, we would like to hear from you.

Please email your application letter together with a copy of your updated curriculum vitae to recruit@resourceassociates.co.ke before close of business 28th April 2012

Business Development Manager Job Kenya

Career opportunity for applicants with the ability to demonstrate an understanding of customers’ business requirements and deal with complex projects, putting together holistic solutions.Our client, a major player in the Telecommunications Industry is looking to fill the position of Business Development Manager.
The successful candidate will be responsible for building a market position by locating, developing, defining, negotiating, and closing business relationships based on VSAT Solutions.


Duties and responsibilities
•Identifying, qualifying and capturing new business opportunities supporting the Company.
•Planning and achieving target sales volume and growth.
•Tracking, analyzing and communicating key sales administration performance metrics.
•Supporting the company’s sales team including managing sales schedules, creating sales documents and proposals, and prioritizing customer sales requests.
•Liaising with the Client services Manager to develop and implement customer satisfaction and retention strategies.
•Optimize the sales team talent and potential to achieve desired business objectives and results.
•Prepare and submit appropriates sales reports on a timely basis.
•Develop and expand new customer base within the specific additional target volume.

The successful candidate must:
•Be a Kenyan citizen aged between 25-30
•Have a B.Sc. Computer sciences, Engineering, IT, Marketing, technical Sales or equivalent qualifications.
•Have 2-3 years successful work experience in area of ICT products and services.
•Be extremely detail oriented.
•Have the ability to maintain a high level of self motivation and to work with minimum supervision
•Have the ability to build strong customer relationships based on trust and service delivery
•Have the ability to complete work assignments and achieve results in a busy work environment
•Have the ability to convey complex thoughts, both written and oral, in clear, concise and timely fashion.
•Have the ability to demonstrate an understanding of customers’ business requirements and deal with complex projects, putting together holistic solutions.
•Be an excellent communicator with good time management skills
•Have a strategic mindset with corporate focus
Ladies are encouraged to apply.

Interested candidates should send their application indicating current/last salary and expected salary with a copy of their CV to info@echelonhc.com before 28th April 2012.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

G4S Security Officer Job in Kenya

Security Officer

Job Reference: G4S/TP/28961/1
Number of Positions: 200
Job Category: Security / Protective Services
Contract Type: Full Time
Salary: £0.3 - £0.3
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
G4S Region: UK, Ireland and Africa
Country:Kenya
G4S Business Unit:Guarding
Closing Date: 30/04/2012
Package Description: Medical Scheme, Social Security, Protectetive Kit

Job Introduction:

G4S is the world's leading security solutions group, which specializes in outsourcing of business processes in sectors where security and safety risks are considered a strategic threat.

G4S is the largest employer quoted on the London Stock Exchange and has an additional stock exchange listing in Copenhagen.G4S has operations in more than 125 countries and more than 635,000 employees.

G4S operates in over 25 countries in Africa and employs over 110 000 people on the continent.

At G4S Africa, our vision is to be recognized as the leader in providing security solutions. We therefore endeavour to build and maintain a motivated, capable workforce who are proud to work for our region and able to deliver our commercial strategy.

We continue to build on the excellent people management practices which are in place across the Group in order to fully engage our workforce.

Our employees are the public face of G4S and we recognize and respect the value they add to the business by delivering excellent service day after day.

G4S is an organization which is defined by its values, which are:
  • Customer Focus
  • Expertise
  • Performance
  • Best People
  • Integrity
  • Collaboration & Teamwork
One of the G4S Group’s core values is to ensure we employ the Best People. We strive to develop our employees’ competence and inspire them to live our values.

G4S ensures that we provide our employees with opportunities for growth and development within a dynamic and challenging business environment.

At G4S Africa, we place great value on attracting and retaining the best people at all levels, to ensure the continued success of the organization.

At G4S Kenya, an opportunity has arisen for 200 to join our team of Security Officers. These form part of our frontline team offering protective security services at various customers sites.

As frontline staff, the Security Officer has a day to day interaction with our customer and is relied upon to provide excellent service and deliver beyond the customer promise.

Role Responsibility:
  • Provide protective security at various G4S customer sites in line with established operating procedures for each site
  • To ensure proper access and egress control as per the requirements of the customer at each site
  • Ensure proper documentation of site occurrence book and handover notes at all times in line with established procedure
  • To ensure that in the event of an incident, a report is escalated immediately to the relevant authorities and all necessary measures taken to preserve evidence
  • Provide immediate and accurate feedback regarding site incidents and occurrences and make initial incident reports
  • Any other duties as may be varied from time to time depending on the requirements of each particular assignment
The Ideal Candidate:
  • Have attained the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education or its equivalent
  • Be literate to the extent of reading and understanding printed regulations, detailed assignment instructions, training instructions and be able to compose reports that convey complete information
  • Be able to demonstrate that he/she has no past criminal record by producing the Kenya Police Certificate of Good Conduct
  • Be physically fit and of reasonable height desirable for the role of a Security Officer
  • Be able to produce a minimum of two referees letters from traceable referees who will be contacted as part of our new employee screening process
  • Be the holder of a Kenyan National ID Card which is not defaced in any way
  • Be of a minimum age of 26 years
To apply, click on below link.

Chief Cashier Job In A Forex Bureau Nairobi CBD.

Our client is one of the oldest forex bureaus operating in Nairobi's CBD having been established in the year 1990. A vacancy has arisen for a Chief Cashier who will be reporting to the General manager. The main duty of the chief cashier is to oversee front office operations, customer service, and administration functions.

Other Duties & Responsibilities Include
Balance currency, coin, and checks in cash drawers at ends of shifts, and calculate daily transactions using computers, calculators, or adding
Monitor bank vaults to ensure cash balances are correct.
Enter customers' transactions into computers to record transactions and issue computer-generated receipts.
Order a supply of cash to meet daily needs.
Identify transaction mistakes when debits and credits do not balance.
Sort and file deposit slips and checks.

Requirements
* Be a mature and presentable person. At least 28yrs with a clean career record.
* A formal training with a minimum diploma in banking, CPA , ACCA or equivalent
* At least 4 yrs experience in an established forex bureau or commercial bank as a chief teller
* Practical experience in making returns with FABIT Accounting system to CBK while observing deadlines.
* Ability to market the forex bureau.
* Ability to work independently

Salary.

An attractive salary is on offer for the right candidate.

If you are up to the challenge, posses the necessary qualification and experience, please send your CV only indicating why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title on the email subject to jobs@corporatestaffing.co.ke. Visit our website. www.corporatestaffing.co.ke

Please indicate current or last salary.

The Recruiting Manager
Corporate Staffing Services
3rd Floor, Nabui House, Westlands Nairobi.
Via email to: jobs@corporatestaffing.co.ke
Visit our website. www.corporatestaffing.co.ke

Accountant Job In Kenya.

Our client is a medium sized firm dealing with advertising, and promotional materials. They have offices in Kenya, South Sudan and are looking to expand into other East African Countries. An accounting job exists for an accountant able to work with quick books 2010. (or a near version)

Responsibilities:
Supervise the subordinate staff including receptionist, driver, and messenger
Oversee the debtors, creditors.
Timely submission of statutory returns including VAT, Comesa Taxes, PAYE, NHIF, NSSF etc.
Provision of monthly management reports including Trial Balance, Balance sheet and P&L
Ensure that proper internal controls are in place
Liaise with external auditors
Conversant with import and export processes.

Professional And Relevant Experience
CPA(K)
At least three years experience in a busy office handling the above duties
Able to prepare accounts to management reports/audit level

Salary.
K'sh 30,000

If you are up to the challenge, posses the necessary qualification and experience, please send your CV only indicating why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title on the email subject to jobs@corporatestaffing.co.ke. Visit our website. www.corporatestaffing.co.ke

Please indicate current or last salary.
N.B: We do not charge any fee for receiving your CV in our database no for interviewing

Accounts Assistant & CEO Jobs In Kenya.

Two jobs exists at KICL Kenya. Accounts assistant job and that one of CEO. Kimisitu Investment Company Limited (KICL) is a young company incorporated by members of Kimisitu Sacco Society Ltd, in August 2010, to meet their need in pursuing investments through pooling resources.

The main object of KICL is to take advantage of investment opportunities existing in the market with the ultimate goal of creating shareholder wealth.
We seek suitable Kenyans to fill the following jobs:

Chief Executive Officer
The Chief Executive Officer, in partnership with the Board, is responsible for the success of KICL,and ensures the accomplishment of KICL’s mission and vision, and the accountability of KICL to its shareholders.

Key Responsibilities
* Providing general oversight of all KICL activities, managing the day-to-day operations, and ensuring a smoothly functioning, efficient and profitable company.
* Implementing the strategy of the company, board resolutions and policies.
* Identifying investment opportunities in line with the strategic plan of the company and ensuring that investment opportunities are implemented in a costeffective manner,
* Overseeing the fiscal activities of KICL including budgeting, reporting and audit.
* Serving as chief spokesperson for KICL, assuring proper representation of KICL to the
* Community.
* Ensuring legal compliance with the applicable Laws and regulations

Qualifications:
* A Bachelor’s Degree in business with a minimum of 3 years experience in a senior management position and CPA (K).Must be registered with ICPAK.
* Knowledge and experience in human resource management, finance and administration; oral and written communication skills; planning and evaluation; and governance.
* Knowledge and experience in the property development and management is crucial.
* Excellent understanding of Policies and Laws relating to real estate companies and the financial sector.

Skills:
* Proven leadership skills in efficiently managing human, financial and other resources in an organization with an outstanding track record of achieving set targets, a high level of personal skills ,
* Team player with excellent computer, communication

Accounts Assistant
Key Responsibilities

1. Maintain accounting records and preparing weekly bank reconciliations.
2. Maintain the petty cash float.
3. Prepare monthly accounts and financial statements.
4. Ensure that internal controls are applied in relation to all financial transactions of KICL.
5. Ensure that all utilities are paid in a timely manner and within budgeted limits.
6. Prepare staff payroll by 25th of every month.
7. Ensure all statutory deductions are remitted before the statutory deadlines.
8. Co-ordination of audits:

* Prepare all the relevant reports and audit schedules for external audits.
* Liaise closely with the CEO and external auditor to ensure that the final audit report is produced within the first month following the reporting period.

Knowledge and Skills:
Qualifications:
* University Degree in Commerce or Business Administration
* CPA (K) or equivalent

Skills:
* Sound ICT skills
* Interpersonal skills

Experience:
* Minimum three years experience in busy accounting office.

Interested and Qualified persons should apply by close of business, Friday 30 April 2012 by sending copies of their applications, detailed resumes and contacts of three referees to:

The Chairman, KICL,
P.O. Box 37159-00200
Nairobi.

Event Manager

Employment Type: Full-Time
Summary:
  • ClassiQue Concepts Ltd is a full service event management company that handles everything from start to finish.
  • Large or small we handle all the details for events and meetings so you don't have to worry about anything.
  • ClassiQue Concepts Ltd has resources to help you with any aspects of planning your next corporate event.
  • As your partner, ClassiQue Concepts is committed to excellence and strive to build and maintain formidable relation-ships with our clients.
  • Whether you have an existing event in need of more efficient management or need expert advice on venue compatibility, planning and implementation of a special event, or program management, ClassiQue Concepts is there.
  • As a full service meeting and incentive resource, we provide a smooth and professional orchestration guaranteeing the creative, quality, and professional integrity of your meeting or event and results come from the exceptional service we provide.
  • Well-trained associates are essential to the success of a hospitality organization, especially during these economic times.
  • We're all working hard; ClassiQue Concepts must also work smart.
  • ClassiQue Concepts Hospitality Training provides interactive training to hotel and resort management companies that want to enhance their leadership, sales, marketing and service skills.
  • ClassiQue Concepts coaches your valuable managers and associates through a training system, which guides employees to their best performance.
  • No hit and run training.
  • ClassiQue Concepts trains for results.
  • ClassiQue Concepts goal is to provide a broad spectrum of services that fulfill corporate meeting and special event needs to the delight our customers.
We are seeking to recruit for the position of Event Manager in marketing department.

Job Summary

The Events Manager will be charged with conceptualizing and managing a broad spectrum of NMG events to grow audience engagement and generate new revenue streams.

The job holder will work in close liaison with CLASSIQUE CONCEPTS’ Business development manager and will be responsible for managing the entire event process, from conceptualization through to implementation and post event analysis.

The Events Manager should have eye for detail, be an enthusiastic professional able to build relationships with internal and external partners, and deliver outstanding customer service to sponsors.
Description: Key Responsibilities
  • Work with the brand and product teams to identify event opportunities that will drive brand-audience engagement and deliver revenue
  • Conceptualize and manage outstanding events in line with brand objectives
  • Ensure the smooth execution of event production and logistics tasks
  • Write compelling sponsorship proposals and work in close liaison with the advertising sales team to drive sponsorship sales
  • Ensure sponsor obligations are managed and delivered effectively during the execution of each event.
  • Negotiate and manage external suppliers and vendors to ensure delivery of value.
Requirements:
Skills & Qualifications
  • Event management skills - At least 3-4 years working in an event agency at middle to senior management level.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and work cross-functionally- ability to think on your feet.
  • Budget management skills.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills. Good proposal-writing skills a must.
  • University graduate in Business, Marketing or other related field.
Personal Attributes
  • Creative thinker.
  • Excellent planner and organizer.
  • High energy.
  • Fantastic customer service ethic.
  • High quality standards.
  • Remain calm and focused under pressure.
This position offers an excellent career growth opportunity and a competitive remuneration package.

If you’re interested, please send your resume.

“We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then is not an act but a habit”

Executive Officer-Kenya Girl Guide Association

Employment Type: Full-Time
Summary: The Kenya Girl Guides Association (KGGA) is a member organization of the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts (WAGGGS). KGGA is registered by an Act of Parliament (CAP 220 of the laws of Kenya) and has been active in Kenya since 1920, making it one of the country's oldest youth Associations. KGGA operates through a value based program and has a national membership of girls and young women representing every race, ethnicity, culture, class and religion in Kenya. KGGA's mission statement is "to provide opportunity for girls and young women to develop their fullest potential as responsible citizens of the world"
KGGA is lookin gto fill the position of EXECUTIVE OFFICER who will be reporting to the Executive Committee through the Chief Commissioner.
Description: Responsibilities
  • Advise the Chief Commissioner on administrative and operational matters;
  • Oversee administration and management of human resources;
  • Co-ordinate and act as the Secretary to the meetings of the National Council, AGM, Management and Executive Committees and other sub committees'
  • Represent the Association in meetings with various agencies and articulate the association's policies and issues.
  • Ensure effective and efficient utilization of the Association's resources.
  • Co-ordinate resource mobilization and fundraising;
  • Co-ordinate and ensure effective communication within the association and its members, the world association, partners and friends;
  • Co-ordianate various programmes, projects of the association and events;
  • Perform any other duties and assignments within her scope of duty as requested by the Chief Commissioner. 
Requirements: Experience and Qualifications
  • Bachelor degree from a recognised university preferably in Education, Public Administration or any relevant degree.
  • A relevant Post Graduate degree will be an added advantage.
  • At least 5 years experience in senior or similar position with proven track record of creating positive impact in the Association. 
  • Good and strong interpersonal, team building, organizational and leadership skills.
  • Strong skills in Minute taking and report writing.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills - candidate must be discreet, confident and articulate.
  • Ability to work unsupervised, multitask and in a fast paced enviroment.
  • Demonstrate in depth understanding of the Girl Guide movement and commitment to Guiding values, laws and promise.
  • Applicant should be above 30 years of age
  • Proficient in MS Word programmes and working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
  • A background in Financial Administration shall be an added advantage.
How to apply
Please submit a cover letter illustrating your suitability for the position and salary expectations together with a detailed CV in the form of Word attachements, two testimonials from your referees and copies of your certificates via email with reference number in the subject line. Contact information for 3 referees should be included. Later applications or hard copies will not be considered.
Please note:
  • At no point in the entire recruitment process shall the candidate have to pay any money as a condition of engagement.
  • Only shortlisted candidates wil have their applications acknowledged.
KGGA is an "equal opportunity organization" that is committed to hiring highly qualified individuals regardless of gender, religion, reace, creed or marital status.

Islamic Relief - Grant Coordinator Job in Kenya (Re-Advertisement)

Islamic Relief is an international NGO, established in 1984 in the UK, Seeking to promote sustainable Economic and social development by working with local communities through relief and development activities. We aim to help the needy regardless of Race, Religion, Color and Gender.

Islamic relief is currently running Programmes in several sectors that include Health & Nutrition, Water & Sanitation, Livelihoods Support and Child Welfare. IR also implements seasonal Food Security Programmes including the Ramadan Food Distribution and Qurbani.

Grant Coordinator

Gross salary (Kshs. 150,000 pm)

Qualification

Degree in international Relation or social science field with over 5 years previous experience in ECHO, EC, USAID and UN Funded Projects.

Key Responsibilities
  • Oversight and coordination of the IRK’s grant portfolio;
  • Manage, provide support to and build capacity of the grants unit staff and/or programme Team;
  • Organize and facilitate grants review meetings and budget versus actual review meetings i.e. Monthly, Quarterly,
  • Semi-Annual, Annually etc;
  • Facilitate development and review of Grant Strategies-in line with IRK’s Strategic plan
  • Review and advise on partnership agreements;
  • Monitor and facilitate compliance of programs with donor and IRK’s commitments and requirements and raise issues affecting external/internal compliance to HP;
  • Lead on Quality Grants proposal development coordination;
  • Donor representation in coordination with HP;
  • Support to HP in strategic analysis for funding opportunities;
  • Build grant management capacity of field staff with training in compliance, report writing, proposal development and other topics relevant to donor compliance;
  • Review agreements and provide recommendations and concerns to the SMT;
  • Coordinate modifications to any agreements (grants, contracts, or partnership MoUs).
  • Maintains Master files on Grant and Monitors paperwork connected with grant-funded programs/projects
Knowledge, Skills & Personal Attributes
  • Knowledge of, European (ECHO, SNV, SIDA), DFID and UN ( UNICEF, WFP, OCHA, UNDP) donor regulations, procedures and requirements;
  • Proven ability to facilitate the development of winning proposals to public and private sector donors;
  • Excellent written English skills and familiarity with budgeting using MS Excel;
  • Excellent computer skills and competency in Word, Excel and PowerPoint;
  • Excellent organizational skills and ability to determine priorities and meet multiple deadlines;
  • Detail-oriented with good multi-tasking abilities and communication skills, both oral and written;
  • Able to work well both within a team and independently, in a challenging and fast-moving multicultural environment
If you think you meet the above mentioned criteria, please send your CV with 3 references to info@islamic-relief.or.ke or ir2012hr@gmail.com. For postal submissions, please address it to:

The HR Coordinator,
P.O Box 417- 00202,
Nairobi, Kenya.

IR Kenya should receive your CV within 7 days of this advertisement.

Candidates who had applied earlier should not apply again.

Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Any forms of canvassing will lead to automatic Disqualification

Aga Khan Foundation - Regional Finance Manager Job in Kenya

Regional Finance Manager

The Aga Khan Foundation (AKF) is a private, non-denominational development agency promoting creative and effective solutions to selected problems that impede social development in developing countries. AKF East Africa invites applications for this senior position based at its Regional Office in Nairobi.

The position will report to the Regional Chief Operating Officer and will provide strategic leadership and ensure effective development of financial processes and procedures as well as implementation of sound internal controls, budgeting, financial management and reporting.
Key duties and responsibilities:
  • Lead and manage the regional finance team in accomplishing strategic objectives
  • Develop, strengthen and implement systems and procedures that enhance efficiency, effectiveness and accountability
  • Ensure high quality management reports, budgets and analysis
  • Ensure policies and procedures in financial management, grant management; and donor compliance
  • Monitor and track budgetary allocations and expenditures from various donors
  • Lead and provide support to country offices and programmes
  • Consolidate programme funding requests, projections and treasury management across the region
  • Manage internal, external and donor financial audits
  • Ensure submission of accurate quality reports to external donors
Qualifications & Competencies required:
  • Applicants for this key role should have a Bachelor’s degree in finance or equivalent and professional accounting qualification.
  • The applicant should have 10 years of relevant experience, good communication skills, strong analytical skills and be proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
  • This position entails travelling locally and regionally.
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, CV and names and contact information of three professional referees before Friday, 30th April, 2012 to the Regional Human Resource Manager, Aga Khan Foundation, East Africa, by e-mail to. recruitment-akfea@akdn.org

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The Aga Khan Foundation is an agency of the Aga Khan Development Network (www.akdn.org).

Accountant Job in Kenya

A fast growing Travel & Tour Agency is looking for a competent and qualified Accountant to join a small but hardworking Team.

The accountant will be responsible for applying accounting principles and procedures to analyze financial information, prepare accurate and timely financial reports and statements and ensure appropriate accounting control procedures at the Travel Agency.

Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities
  • Executing the day-to-day accounting procedures and activities.
  • He/She will compile, analyze and prepare all financial records, ensuring that they are maintained in compliance with accepted policies and procedures.
  • The successful candidate will be responsible for: all accounts payable and receivable, management of BSP, invoicing.
  • Preparing annual financial statements.
  • Developing, maintaining, analyzing budgets and preparing management reports that compare budgeted and actual figures.
  • Monitor the implementation and maintenance of accounting control procedures, will provide technical guidance on difficult accounting problems and implement the same
  • Advising Management about tax strategies, computing taxes owed and preparing tax returns and other tax requirements.
  • Payroll & petty cash Administration
  • Debt Collection
Desired Skills & Experience
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent level.
  • Experience & expertise in BSP and air ticket invoicing will be an added advantage
  • Exposure of travel accounting software is a plus
  • Solid understanding of business finance. Knowledge of: generally accepted accounting principles, principles and practices of supervision, principles and practices of operational auditing.
  • Commercial sense, hands-on mentality. Self-drive and results-orientation.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
  • Computer literacy.
  • Professionalism, enthusiasm, career orientation, team working
  • ability.
  • Stress tolerance and ability to meet tight deadlines / results orientation.
  • Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work, prepare and monitor budgets, establish standards.
If you believe you meet the above requirements, kindly send your CV to travel@Cwk.co.ke on or before the 25th of April 2012.

Resolution Health - Assistant Systems Administrator

Assistant Systems Administrator

Resolution Health East Africa Limited is a leading Medical Insurance Provider.

With over 60,000 members in our fold, we have learned to adapt in this constantly changing society, and develop products that are effective and relevant to our members.

Resolution Health has over 250 medical service providers all across East Africa, a strong network of hospitals, clinics and doctors.

We are looking for a highly efficient and effective professional to take up the position of Assistant Systems Administrator.

The jobholder undertakes technical activities in the Systems & Networks section to ensure optimal running of company IT services.

He/she supports activities of disaster recovery, business applications and cost reduction.

Need to do/responsibilities
  • Administration and maintenance, including performance tuning, of company servers: Email, DNS, DHCP, wins servers and other domain and addressing services, controlling access to distribution lists.
  • Streamlining of support and subscription contracts.
  • Storage, backup & recovery management.
  • Maintenance of the virtual infrastructure to ensure high availability and performance.
  • Documentation of department procedures, systems and networks.
  • Administration and maintenance, including performance tuning, of LAN & WAN to pre-empt failures, optimize performance and prevent or clear bottlenecks.
  • Administration of company firewalls to ensure that business needs are met while maximizing performance and security.
  • Antivirus and Antispyware management.
  • Scheduling, along approved guidelines, downtime for company servers and systems for maintenance.
Education and experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in an IT related field.
  • At least 3 years experience in a busy IT environment.
  • Certification in MCSE, MCITP or CISA.
  • CCNA certification a requirement.
Required knowledge:
  • Excellent people, supervision and problem solving skills.
  • Report writing skills and good business English.
  • Knowledge of:
  1. SharePoint Server
  2. Microsoft ISA Server
  3. Exchange Server
  4. Cisco WANs, VoIP, WAN optimization
  5. Symantec AV Enterprise
To apply for this position email your CV application to hrm@resolution.co.ke with the words “Assistant Systems Administrator” in the subject.

Your application should be with us latest 4th May 2012 to be considered.

Sales Executive Job in Nairobi, Kenya

A chain of restaurants in Nairobi is looking for a Sales Executive to develop business and increase market share.

The sales executive will be expected to understand customer requirements and present appropriately to make a sale.

The executive will also maintain and develop relationships with existing customers in person and via phone/email.

Interested candidates with over 2 years experience in Sales with a Diploma in Business Administration or Sales, strong business acumen, excellent interpersonal skills and MS Office knowledge should apply via kenyanrecruiter@gmail.com.

Please indicate on the title- SALES Executive Position. In addition to your cover page, please include your updated CV, stating your current and expected remuneration details as well as your availability.