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26 Feb 2014

Stores Manager Kolluru Project Consultants

Job Details

Industry: Manufacturing

Reporting to the Sales & Marketing Director, the incumbent has the overall responsibility of overseeing efficient management and day-to-day running of the stores.
Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities
  • Ensure that all finished goods are promptly collected from Production department.
  • Ensure proper and accurate documentation of all stock received into or issued out of the stores.
  • Advise all internal stakeholders on reorder levels and reorder quantities for the various stock items.
  • Ensure prompt dispatch of goods to the correct delivery points.
  • Advise Production on stock levels for all finished goods to maintain established minimum stock levels.
  • Regularly update Managing Director on stock levels for raw material to enable timely reorder.
  • Carry out periodic physical stock takes to ascertain inventory levels.
  • Check all documentations to ensure that all the goods received or dispatched are of as per specifications and of acceptable quality as per company standards.
  • Ensure proper arrangement of goods for ease of retrieval and counting.
  • Plan daily delivery routes for vehicles to ensure efficient utilization.
  • Ensure collection and delivery of cheques, statements and payments from customers and suppliers as appropriate.
  • Plan for maintenance and service of vehicles and ensure their cleanliness.
  • Maintain and make recommendations on improvement of the computerized inventory management system.
  • Participate in implementation and maintenance on Kaizen and ISO standards.
  • Prepare and present periodic reports as directed.
  • Train and develop all employees in Stores

Requirements


  • Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain Management or its equivalent from a reputable institution
  • Three years working as a Stores Manager or Supervisor in a busy manufacturing firm.
  • Strong leadership and delegation skills
  • Ability to prioritize and achieve targets under pressure
  • Excellent communication in English
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Familiarity with best practices in workplace safety and health.
Suitable qualified candidates are required to submit their CVs and cover letters online  not later than 01/03/2014.

Supervisor – Customer Service Executive

Job Details


Reports To: Senior Manager – Domestic Sales
Reporting to them: Customer Service Executives

Role Objective: To strengthen the Customer Service Division the incumbent will oversee the company’s service delivery to clients and offer support. The incumbent must be able to sell as well
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Supervision of Customer Service Team
  • Coordinate with Logistics team on the planning of orders and deliveries.
  • Assist where clients have problems beyond the CSE
  • Conducting internal analysis of the department by providing data related to Partners’ sales performance.
  • Collect external environment data related to market, competition etc on the basis of agreed framework.
  • Conduct competitor study to gather competitor information and their activities.
  • Meet potential clients and inform them regarding company products.
  • Ensure clients have updated price list whenever prices are revised.
  • Prepare sales report and share it with the Commercial Team on a weekly basis.
  • Take feedback from client on brand awareness, competitors, service quality, etc.
  • Collect orders from client and ensure timely payment collection from the customers.
  • Discuss client complaints and issues with Team Head and resolve the issues.
  • Ensure performance of team including visual merchandisers and key accounts manager are appropriate to achieve company sales targets.
  • Manage performance of the Channel Champion/Trade Partner team by monitoring their sales performance

Requirements


  • A degree in Customer Service or any related qualification
  • Fully qualified accountant – CPA(K)/ACCA
  • Highly energetic, eager to learn and with special attention to detail.
  • At least 2 years’ experience in the same role
  • Experience in manufacturing industry an added advantage.
  • Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Softwares
  • Previous experience working with an ERP system
  • Customer relationship management.
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Superior presentation and organization skills
  • Strong Coaching and leadership skills
  • Effective communication skills (both written and oral in English and Kiswahili)
  • Time management skills
  • Entrepreneurial spirit
Application
Only those fulfilling the requirements of the positions should email
  • Their Detailed CVs,
  • Indicating Your Availability
  • Current & Expected Salary
Position closes on the 5th march, 2014
On the Subject line clearly indicate “Supervisor – Customer Service Executive”.

Business Development Manager Three G Africa

Job Details


The Company
Three G Africa, a locally incorporated company, is an experienced travel firm headquartered in Nairobi’s industrial with a branch in Mombasa.
Since 2009, we have experienced organic growth and now developed a future growth strategy which is under implementation.
Our core business includes tours, car hire and transportation services for organizations. Our commitment is to solve all your transportation needs effectively and efficiently, and all our employees are dedicated to building and maintaining strong relationships with our clientele.
Visit our website for more information on the company.
The Job
  • Reporting to the Managing Director, the Business Development Manager will be responsible for the company’s Operations, Sales and Marketing, Logistics, Fleet management and Customer relations.
  • You will be mandated to deliver the company’s set goals and plans, whilst complying with the highest standards of integrity, accountability and ethical standards.
Key Responsibilities
  • You will be responsible and accountable for defining and setting marketing, sales and operational strategies and targets and well as the development of policies to evaluate and monitor performance with corrective actions.  In particular you will be expected to:
  • Oversee the entire company operations by setting up and maintaining control guidelines and principles based on the industry best practices;
  • Develop sales strategy and provide key leads to acquire new business by identifying opportunities in the market;
  • Define the sales targets/KPIs and ensure their achievement;
  • Develop business relationships with key Customers to ensure strategic alignment;
  • Continuously improve customer satisfaction by ensuring customer complaints and resolutions are discussed with the customer as well as relevant internal departments to satisfaction;
  • Prepare annual budgets, business plans and monitor spending;
  • Oversee credit risk framework, implement credit strategies, policies and procedures in line with the company’s strategy;
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory and statutory provisions regarding fleet management, prompt reporting of risk positions and provision of advice on possible resolutions of critical issues;
  • Manage the staff in field operation, office administration and sales to ensure they perform their duties optimally;
  • Produce timely, detailed management reports as needed for constant, ongoing review, monitoring and management of all business systems and functions.

Requirements


  • Bachelor of Business or Commerce degree in Sales or Marketing or a related field from a recognized university;
  • Minimum of 5 years working experience in a Big Car Hire/ Taxi services company with demonstrable experience in building the sales portfolio ;
  • Strong business operational skills with ability to manage both field and office operations;
  • Good financial planning skills with ability to manage and monitor budgets;
  • Ability to set performance standards and monitor business improvement;
  • Excellent people management skills, with ability to achieve results through others;
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with good selling and negotiation skills.
  • Strong analytical, problem solving and decision making skills;
  • Good diplomacy skills with ability to manage customer relations;
  • Focus on detail, implementation, follow-up and results driven;
  • Excellent Business presentation skills
  • Working knowledge of MS Office;
How to apply:
Send your application including a cover letter demonstrating why you are the most suited for this role, a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees by close of business Friday 7th March 2014
Adept Systems
MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS
P O Box 6416, Nairobi, GPO 00100
Email:
Web:
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Please note that we do not charge fees for receiving or processing job applications.

Assistant Project Officer The Kenya Private Sector Alliance

Job Details


The Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA), the umbrella body for the Private Sector in Kenya, has been tasked by the Government of Kenya with the implementation of Training and Internship Component of the Kenya Youth Empowerment Project (KYEP).
KYEP is a Government of Kenya Project funded by the World Bank with an overall objective of increasing employability of youth in Kenya.
The Component provides training, private sector internships and work experience to youth of 15 – 29 years of age.
KEPSA is seeking to appoint two staff to support implementation of the project for aduration of ten (10) months initially.
Ref. No: APO-002-2014
Reporting to the Project Officer – Kisumu, the Assistant Project Officer Kisumu will perform the following duties:
Main Function: The Assistant Project Officer will assist the Project Officer, Kisumu in running all the project operations in Kisumu by providing technical, administrative, logistical and clerical support.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Supporting the respective Project Officer in the following areas:
  • Recruitment, selection, placement and follow up of interns;
  • Recruitment of employers and providing support to them
  • Monitoring and evaluation of all training and internship project activities in Kisumu;
  • Planning and coordinating meetings and seminars with various stakeholders; including employers meetings and intern orientation meetings;
  • Support the Project Officer in coordinating the Call for Youth and communications with other PMU staff;
  • Liaising with the Sub County Youth Development Officer in their respective areas;
  • Providing administrative support the Project Officer with regards to financial management, preparation of annual work plans and reports and payments of stipends;
  • Data entry and data management; Continuous input and update of information on the MIS;
  • Ensuring proper collection and filling for all the project documents and information;
  • Managing correspondence, office equipment’s and updating the relevant records;
  • Attending to walk-in visitors;
  • Requisitioning, safe custody and managing office supplies and update the relevant registers;
  • Management of casuals engaged as per the laid down policies;
  • Performing any other duties that may be assigned.
 

Requirements


  • The Assistant Project officer will be expected to possess the following minimum academic qualifications and experience:
  • A minimum of University degree in Social Sciences or Business-related field
  • At least three (3) years project management experience in a similar position.
  • Experience working with youth employment projects will be an added advantage
  • Good command of Computer Programs and Applications.
  • Capacity to work under pressure and meet tight schedules and deadlines with minimal supervision.
  • Excellent communication, analytical and interpersonal skills.
  • Team-oriented, possess a positive attitude and works well with others
  • Demonstrate ability to multitask.
  • Excellent data management, report writing and organizational skills.
  • Proficiency in written and spoken English and Kiswahili.
  • Familiarity with youth work in Kisumu is an added advantage
Interested candidates who meet the requirements above are requested to submit their detailed CVs along with a letter motivating their interest in the position to the following address and providing details of current and expected remuneration, and the names and addresses of at least three (3) referees, not later than 12th March 2014.
Please consider your application to be unsuccessful if you have not been contacted within four weeks of the closing date.
The Human Resources and Administration Manager Kenya Private Sector Alliance
P.O Box 3556 – 00100,
Nairobi

Funds Services Manager Altima Africa Ltd

Job Details


Reference: FSM_2014
Contract: Permanent
Category: Experienced
Offer: Neg.
Profile Introduction: Our client is a diversified financial services holding company with primary interests in the Insurance, Asset Management, Banking and Property sectors seeks to recruit a funds services manager.
Overall Purpose of the role is: To be in charge of management of several teams that are responsible for funds operations and client services units.
Job Specification
  • Processing and reporting investor transactions including subscriptions, redemptions and transfers and the associated money movement;
  • Delivering effective responsive support to financial advisors and client
  • Development and management of workflow systems, risk management and control processes, operations policies and procedures;
  • Management of relationships with key service providers such as custodians and auditors;
  • Facilitation of a work environment that provokes positive energy, creativity and teamwork among employees
  • Personnel management, including performance reviews, staffing schedules, HR matters, coaching and development

Requirements

  • A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as business administration, finance, mathematics, accounting; a master’s degree would be an added advantage;
  • Professional qualification in Finance or operation related area;
  • 5yrs experience in investment management, corporate finance, investment banking or stock broking;
  • Knowledge of investment management and financial market.
  • Good personnel management skills;
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
  • Great organizational and problem-solving skills;
  • Strong attention to detail.
How to Apply
If you are qualified and up to the challenge visit our website  and apply online by 5pm, 12th March 2014
Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted.
Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Land Conservation Director

Job Details


AWF has an excellent career opportunity for a high performing Land Conservation Director (LCD) with practical on-the-ground experience conserving and managing land in Africa .
This position will lead AWF’s land and habitat conservation program.
The LCD will report to the Vice President for Conservation Strategy, and work to increase the amount of land under conservation and to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of management systems for conservation land in Africa.
Responsibilities
  • Help AWF increase conservation land through the establishment of conservation areas.
  • Determine which tools/approaches will best facilitate effective and sustainable conservation for targeted landscapes. Provide technical oversight and adaptive management strategies to ensure the effective and timely implementation of recommended tools/approaches.
  • Establish AWF’s tools and systems around management of conservation properties across a variety of land uses, such as wildlife conservancies, protected areas, livestock and wildlife ranches.
  • Oversee the recruitment and supervision property managers for conservation properties managed directly by AWF.
  • Work with partners to ensure effective and efficient conservation management and ensure proper management systems are in place for other conservation properties of interest to AWF but not managed directly by AWF.
  • Represent AWF in relevant forums and meetings regarding land conservation issues, and provide support toward influencing land related policies.
  • Increase AWF’s institutional knowledge of land protection and management strategies, approaches and challenges across East, West, and Southern Africa.
  • Formulate AWF positions on various land-related matters.
  • Provide technical land management and conservation input to fundraising proposals as requested.

Requirements


  • MSc, JD or PhD in natural resource management, law, business or other field related to land conservation.
  • 8+ years of direct experience in land conservation in Africa.
  • Experience overseeing management of a conservancy, conservation ranch or other relevant conservation land.
  • Experience negotiating land transactions for conservation purposes
  • Experience working with landowners, communities and private sector operators.
  • Experience implementing a portfolio of projects, ensuring timely, efficient and successful implementation.
  • Familiarity with land policies, and trends in land issues in Africa and successful experience with various land conservation mechanisms, such as leases, land use plans, conservancies.
  • Proficiency in both English (spoken and written) is required, French is a plus.
  • Outstanding interpersonal skills including the ability to work with a variety of landowners, build coalitions, negotiate, and manage conflict.
  • Ability to produce well written reports, legal documents and agreements. Ability to creatively solve problems.
How to apply:Only candidates that have direct experience protecting and/ or managing land will be considered Interested candidates are invited to apply through our website.
Please send a cover letter and your detailed CV indicating daytime telephone numbers, address and names of three referees with the Job Title in the subject line. Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

Sales Manager

Job Details


Our client, a fast growing medium sized organisation in the food industry is seeking to recruit a focused, self-driven professional of high integrity.
This is an exciting opportunity for a talented individual, with a proven track record in a senior sales role growing the FMCG business, to join the team as head of sales in Kenya in line with the company growth strategy.
Reporting: Managing Director
Liaison: All functional heads
Job Summary
The person will lead and manage the sales team, be responsible for achieving the company ambitious growth plans, and engage with the Senior Management Team to develop and implement sales strategies that will achieve and exceed budgeted levels of sales growth in all service lines locally and regionally
Key Duties and responsibilities
  • Responsible for planning and implementing sales strategies together with the team so as to achieve the envisioned business growth plan.
  • Develop sales infrastructure and organize the sales team to ensure constant renewal of skills and resources
  • Establish strong sales operating structure, processes and procedures to ensure disciplined market coverage and service levels
  • Be at the fore front in servicing  key accounts and identifying growth opportunities so as to increase market penetration and optimize market share
  • Responsible for ensuring a seamless supply of the retail and wholesale merchandise as well as brand visibility at all point of Sales
  • Develop partnership with distributors to ensure successful market entry plans and trade management
  • Develop effective forecast of the consumer  trade needs and retailing development in the target markets
  • Build and maintain effective communication channels between sales management and other departments to ensure smooth execution of business plans and strategies
  • Inspire and instil confidence and productive relationships across the sales team to fast track revenue growth locally and regionally

Requirements

  • Minimum Business Degree preferably in Marketing
  • At least 5 years Sales & Channel Distribution management experience
  • Solid experience in directing Field Sales Force/ Sales Operations with demonstrable successes in leading, building and developing a team.
  • Strong understanding of Retail/Channel Marketing, Retail Merchandising and Retail Management
  • Familiarity with export trading of merchandise is an added advantage
  • Excellent communication skills and an astute  negotiator
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills
  • Great ideas and passionate about an entrepreneur who can think out of the box
  • Strong sense of teamwork and ability to work cross functionally
  • High level of integrity
If you are interested and qualified please send a cover letter and CV online , indicating the job applying for in the subject of the email. Closing date for application 2nd March 2014.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Call for Expressions of Interest: Evaluation Consultants for an Assessment of Development Results, Kuala Lumpur

CALL FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST: EVALUATION CONSULTANTS FOR AN ASSESSMENT OF DEVELOPMENT RESULTS
Location :
Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIA
Application Deadline :
11-Mar-14
Type of Contract :
Individual Contract
Post Level :
National Consultant
Languages Required :
English  
Starting Date :

Consultant for an Analytical Study on the Value of Forest Functions for Local Population in Ukraine, Ukraine

EUROPEAN NEIGHBORHOOD AND PARTNERSHIP INSTRUMENT EAST
COUNTRIES FOREST LAW ENFORCEMENT AND GOVERNANCE II PROGRAM(ENPI EAST COUNTRIES FLEG II PROGRAM)REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTERESTUKR/C/IC/5
Assignment Title: Consultant for an Analytical Study on the Value of Forest Functions for Local Population in UkraineThe International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) is implementing an agreement with World Bank and intends to apply part of thefunding for supporting this consultant position in Ukraine.

National Consultant/Desktop Publisher, Tashkent

NATIONAL CONSULTANT/DESKTOP PUBLISHER
Location :
Tashkent, UZBEKISTAN
Application Deadline :
07-Mar-14
Additional Category
Environment and Energy
Type of Contract :

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Tea Factory Manager


Job Details


Our client, a diversified group with interest in Agriculture (dairy, tea & Crop farming, tea factory), Construction Materials (manufacturing and selling of paving blocks and concrete roofing tiles) & Real Estate, wishes to recruit suitable persons to fill the following position:
Job Ref: MN 5938
The Factory Manager reports to the Managing Director and will work closely with appointed agents atthe Mombasa Tea Auction, hundreds of tea out growers & the local government of Elgeyo-Marakwet County.
Job Profile
  • Production, HR, Material Supply, Cost Control, Asset Maintenance.
  • Organize & optimize human resource & production capacities.
  • Achieving production targets, yields, avoid unjustified losses, compliance with labour regulations, Industrial best practice, food & safety laws.
  • Create and maintain high quality products.
  • Be involved in the installation/commissioning of the production line & factory.
  • Advise management on improved process, product quality, cost control & profitability.

Requirements

  • Degree in Manufacturing, Production, Engineering or similar.
  • 7+ years experience in a CTC tea factory, at least 3 years in a managerial capacity.
  • Computer literate.
  • Can work under pressure. Forward Planning/Priority Setting ability.
Send your application with a detailed CV and a daytime telephone contact, and disclose current or past gross monthly salary.
Apply online only  so as to reach us before 12 noon 5th March 2014.

Security Branch In – Charges/ Supervisors


Job Details


We are looking for well trained and experienced security officers to join as Branch in-charges / Supervisors in our new Branches in Naivasha, Nakuru, Nyeri, Embu, Meru, Nanyuki etc.

Requirements

  • Minimum academic qualification O-Level – Grade C-
  • 3 years experience in a similar position a security firm or organization
  • Knowledge and skills of operations and public relation is a must
  • Ability to Ride motor cycles or Drive Motor Vehicles
Send you detailed C.V. and application online  or pada1992@yahoo.com
or write to:
Human Resource,
Pada Security & Alarm Systems,
P. O. Box 77823-00610,
Nairobi.
To reach us by: 7th March, 2014.

Project Engineers (3 Positions)


Job Details

Civicon has an exciting heritage in engineering and construction, having completed high-end and highly desired turnkey engineering projects, which have become part of the critical infrastructure of Eastern African region.
With headquarters in Mombasa, Kenya and operations / project spread across the region, the company is expanding and looking for candidates who can contribute to the ambitious growth plans for the near future.
We are seeking persons who feel at home in our international culture and can relate to the dynamic and creative nature of our business; individuals who can work as Project Engineers to be based in Mombasa and flexible enough to relocate to project sites around the region.
 
The Project Engineer should be capable of managing 2—3 projects at a time and will be responsible for: -
  • Project planning and monitoring from award to completion
  • Ensuring documentation compliance
  • Monitoring project profitability
  • Monitoring fulfilment of material orders from projects
  • Managing client relationships and providing project reports to customers
  • Monitoring the levels of equipment and human resources allocated to a site

Requirements


  • Must have recent experience as s a superintendent / construction manager in the last 2 years.
  • Have an engineering degree and at least 4 years experience in construction including site work; preferable in project management.
  • Have experience in a number (at least 2) of the following: Structural, Mechanical, Pipework, Plate work, Concrete, Earth works, Cranage, Roads, Transmission Lines
  • Have experience working in Sub Saharan Africa.
Interested candidates should submit their applications including updated CV and the names and contacts of three professional referees, clearly stating the position applied for.
The applications should be send online   on or before 4th March 2014.

Folk Lift Drivers


Job Details


We are a provider of flexible staffing solutions to medium sized firms, multinationals and governments throughout East Africa.
Our Kenyan clients who are in the Manufacturing Industry, Oil Industry, and Logistics are looking for the following skills:


Requirements

  • Must be highly motivated
  • Critical thinker with an eye for details
  • Ability to work well with others
  • Ability to communicate fluently and effectively
  • High team spirit and professionalism
If you posses the above mentioned skills we are looking for you.
To register, please visit our offices, send your CV online. 
For more information call/text us on 0202095032.
Stratostaff is an equal employer and committed to transparent recruitment process.

Property Management Assistant

Job Details


Our Kenyan client a well established Real Estate Company based in Nairobi, is looking to hiring a Property Management Assistant.
Responsibilities:
  • Organize respective handovers and take over.
  • Liaise with contractors for repair work projects such as house painting on takeover.
  • Facilities management projects. This would involve obtaining varied quotations, and getting them approved.
  • Supervise any form of repair work that is being undertaken and ensuring that the contractors complete these on time.
  • Monitor performance of new service providers.
  • Liaise with caretakers on minor issues and take the necessary action.
  • Ensuring the accountant gets the invoices on time for such repair work.
  • Assist with rent collections and debts.
  • Organize visits to defaulters to get the rent collected.
  • Assist the accounting team with banking, filing and preparation of new tenant files.

Requirements

  • Must have a Minimum 1-3 year’s experience  in property management.
  • Must be very detail oriented, strong problem solving and analytical skills, the ability to work with various types of people and extremely customer service oriented.
  • Must have positive attitude, be proactive, be a team player, flexible and able to prioritize workload to meet deadlines.
  • Must have excellent oral and written communications skills, strong organizational skills, interpersonal skills, professional demeanor and appearance, and displaying self-motivation and a solid work ethic.
Monthly gross salary: Ksh.40,000 /=
Deadline: 15th March 2014
Applications:
Send your up to date CV online: 
Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, 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****

Market and Capacity Development Specialist (Maternity Cover)

Job Details

About this company

The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) works to enhance the roles livestock play in pathways out of poverty in developing countries. ILRI is a member of the CGIAR Consortium, a global research partnership of 15 centres working with many partners for a food-secure future. ILRI has two main campuses in East Africa and other hubs in East, West and southern Africa and South, Southeast and East Asia.

CGIAR is a global agricultural research partnership for a food-secure future. Its science is carried out by15 research centres that are members of the CGIAR Consortium in collaboration with hundreds of partner organizations. www.cgiar.org

Job description

Vacancy Number: MCDS/IBLI/02/14
Department: Index-based livestock insurance- IBLI
Duration: 6 months
ILRI seeks to recruit a Market and Capacity Development Specialist for a temporary position.
This position would be part of the team developing, piloting, assessing the impact of, and scaling-up index-based livestock insurance IBLI products.  A comprehensive pilot has already been commercially launched in Marsabit county of Northern  Kenya and Borana Zone of Southern Ethiopia.  In executing its agenda, the IBLI project  works with an array of commercial, NGO, governmental, academic and donor partners.  We seek a well-rounded, experienced individual within the team to play a central project management role: supporting implementation activities of the team; managing project budgets; contributing to project reporting; managing communication and publicity among others.
ILRI works to enhance the roles livestock play in pathways out of poverty in developing countries. ILRI is a member of the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR) Consortium, a global research partnership of 15 centres working with many partners for a food-secure future. ILRI has two main campuses in East Africa and other hubs in West and southern Africa and South and Southeast Asia.
The Centre’s headquarters are located in Nairobi, Kenya, and research is conducted in 31 countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America. We are supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR) and receive funding from over 50 different donors.
CGIAR is a global agricultural research partnership for a food-secure future. Its science is carried out by 15 research centres that are members of the CGIAR Consortium in collaboration with hundreds of partner organizations. www.cgiar.org.
Responsibilities
1.      Partnership and stakeholder engagement:
  • With the support of the program team and key partners, contribute to the market development and capacity building strategy in Mandera, Garissa, Wajir, Marsabit & Isiolo;
  • Support in liaison with local government partners to promote their support and adoption of IBLI;
  • Assist in coordinating partnerships that add both programmatic and strategic value to the implementation agenda and help achieve program objectives;
  • Support in enhancing institutions for more cost-effective delivery of IBLI services (sales provision, information dissemination, extension and indemnity payments) and building their capacity.
2.      Capacity Development:
  • Organize and facilitate training programs and the development of training materials (lesson plans, manuals, PPTs and Prezis, ToT materials, individual and group face-to-face training activities, scripts for multimedia products, etc.) adapted to the specific needs of each location;
  • Support team members and partners in coordinating and delivering of capacity development programs as needed;
3.      Project implementation support:
  • Oversee the planning and actual implementation of the project in the field;
  • Support delivery channels and link them to the IBLI ICT based transactions platform;
  • Support the commercial partners in the development of marketing and publicity materials, sales plans, etc.;
  • Contribute to the development of project reports for donors and other partners;
  • Contribute to the development of proposals to advance the teams agenda.

Requirements

•    A Master’s degree in a development-related Social Sciences, Business Administration, Education, Communication or related fields;
•    At least 5 years’ experience in the disciplinary area, e.g., international development / market development / sales & marketing / insurance   – with experience working in arid and semi-arid areas.
•    Demonstrated ability to develop and rally complex partnerships around a common objective, and managing the deployment and assessment of innovative programs, especially with regard to the Kenyan and Ethiopian government.
•    A proven skill-set in the area of outreach and extension development of learning courses, training and technical assistance materials, needs assessments, and other capacity development products.
•    Excellent organizational, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills in English and Kiswahili.
  • Ability to speak Somali and/or Boran would be an added advantage.
  • Demonstrated ability to facilitate training sessions and make presentations to diverse audiences.
  • Relevant publication record would be an added advantage
•    Familiarity with aspects of livestock production, and/or agricultural systems in developing countries a plus.
Terms of appointment:
This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) positions based at ILRI’s Nairobi campus and is for a six months contract period.
Job level and salary:
This position is job level 3A with a starting salary of KES173,617 per month. This is exclusive of other benefits provided within ILRI’s National Recruited Staff Scheme.
How to apply:
Applicants should send a cover letter and CV combined together explaining their interest in the position, what they can bring to the job and the names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience to the Human Resources Director through: http://ilri.simplicant.com/ . The position title and reference number REF: MCDS/IBLI/02/14 should be clearly marked on the subject line of the online application.

Chief Accountant


Job Details


Our client, a diversified group with interest in Agriculture (dairy, tea & Crop farming, tea factory), Construction Materials (manufacturing and selling of paving blocks and concrete roofing tiles) & Real Estate, wishes to recruit suitable persons to fill the above position:
Job Ref: MN 5939
The Chief Accountant reports to the Group Head Office in Nairobi, while working closely day to day with various divisional managers at the operational level.
Job Profile
Routine accounting & record keeping, data processin9, reporting, cashflow,budgetary controls, forecasting, financial analysis, payroll, taxes, IT, banking, procurement & admin.

Requirements


  • A sense of urgency, a strong desire to achieve and excel.
  • One who will not rest until the job is done, who understands duties and responsibilities without having to be reminded.
  • 7+ years experience in Finance/Accounting function; at least 3 years in a similar capacity in an organization with an annual turnover of not less than KSh100 million.
  • A professional accountancy qualification: CPA(K); ACCA; ICMA; ACA; CA or equivalent.
  • Proven ability to lead, design and set up new systems.
  • Computer literate.
  • Rational thinking.
  • Attention to details.
  • High integrity.
  • Independent.
  • Not afraid to ask relevant questions & pursue answers.
  • Able to distinguish & enquire into irregular transactions.
  • Time conscious.
  • Able to work under pressure & adhere to deadlines.
  • Familiar with manufacturing, agriculture and property sectors; and a mid-size accounting package.
Send your application with a detailed CV and a daytime telephone contact, and disclose current or past gross monthly salary.
Apply online only  so as to reach us before 12 noon 5th March 2014.

ICT Business Analyst Opening (50-70K)

Industry: Manufacturing
Location: Nyeri
Salary: Ksh 50,000- 70,000 Gross
Our client is a renowned beverage products processor in Nyeri looking to fill the position of an Business Analyst who is able to manipulate the ICT database and deduce sales analysis to inform on the state of the business.
Duties & Responsibilities
  • Studying business functions; gathering information; evaluating output requirements and formats
  • Database administration is a key role
  • Sales figures analysis to deduce company performance
  • Manage and upgrade planning and manufacturing applications essential to the efficiency of the company’s business initiatives
  • Primary link between IT and the Customer Experience and Manufacturing Departments
  • Improving systems by studying current practices; designing modifications
  • Recommending controls by identifying problems; writing improved procedures
  • To streamline business processes, reduce duplicated efforts, and show bottom line results
  • Act as the first point of reference on all ERP related queries and/ or requirements
  • Database administration and systems maintenance
  • Troubleshooting problems and providing IT solutions
  • Software Design, documentation, development and implementation skills
  • Systems/ information analysis and report generation.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor degree in Business, Information Technology, MIS
  • 3 years equivalent experience supporting a large ERP system
  • Strong understanding of the SAP ERP software
  • Excellent analytical skills
  • Good interpersonal communication and customer-facing skills.
  • Manufacturing or Service Company experience a plus
  • Excellent IT skills.
  • Attention to Detail
If you are up to the challenge, posses the necessary qualification and experience, please send your CV only quoting the job title on the email subject (Business Analyst (ICT) Ksh 50- 70K) to vacancies@corporatestaffing.co.ke    before 10th March,  2014
P.S Kindly indicate your Current/Last Salary on your CV

Architect Kenyan Job Kenya Airports Authority

Lead Architect
Ref LA/JAN/2014
Job Purpose: To plan, design and implement airports’ facilities development/improvements to meet the strategic needs of the business.
This position reports directly to the General Manager (Projects & Engineering Services).
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Perform architectural duties, using computer aided drafting and design (CADD) and managing architectural projects from definition through to completion of construction.
  • Develop concepts and designs for buildings, interpretation of standards, coordinating and consulting with engineering specialties, and participating in design and site meetings.
  • Monitoring project compliance by maintaining a variety of records, reports, plans, and files on work projects as set out in line with Corporate Plan.
  • Review field data, providing construction support services and investigating existing site conditions by conducting periodic on-site observation of construction work, reviewing contractor submittals and requests for information, preparing specifications, working drawings, bid documents, and estimates and presentations of drawings and models.
  • Review and evaluate designs prepared by other agencies or private contractors/consultants by ensuring adequacy, completeness, economy and compliance with design criteria, design standards, applicable codes and maintainability.
  • Assist in the interpretation of architectural and engineering design standards established by local jurisdictions by conducting codes and regulation research.
  • Improve the Authority’s rating on environmental sustainability in airport facilities development.
  • To continually undertake research on new technology and developments for airport facilities improvement.
  • Qualifications
  • Bachelor of Architecture degree from a recognized university.
  • Minimum 10 years post-university experience in a busy architectural office.
  • Must be registered with the Board of Registration of Architects & Quantity Surveyors (BORAQS) or other internationally recognized body.
  • Registration with LEED/Green Star Professional by Country Chapter of the World Green Building Council would be an added advantage.
  • Knowledge of design/drafting software including ArchiCAD and AutoCAD is a must.
  • Knowledge and application of presentation software (Artlantis and/or Piranesi) would be an added advantage.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are required to submit application letters, curriculum vitae and copies of certificates and other testimonials on or before 3rd February 2014 to the address below quoting the reference on the envelope.
The Managing Director
Kenya Airports Authority
P o Box 19001-00501
Nairobi
KAA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, ethnicity or disability.
Please note that canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification
“Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.”

KCB JOBS..... Corporate Communications Manager

Reporting to the Head of Corporate &Regulatory Affairs, this role is responsible for developing and implementing high impact communication strategies to build a sustainable corporate image and reputation for the KCB Group brand.
Key Responsibilities
  • Implementing the organization’s communication strategy.
  • Creating and managing valuable media partnerships and engagement plans.
  • Managing the content for the organization’s Internet website, Intranet and social media platforms.
  • Facilitating design, production and editing of corporate publications and press information.
  • Facilitating media visibility and publicity for all corporate events, functions and activities
  • Managing internal communications strategies and plans in support of business objectives.
  • Managing corporate advertisements, media supplements and documentaries for internal and external communication.
  • Originating speeches, statements, profiles and other forms of corporate communications for external stakeholders and having oversight for all internal communication.
  • Coordinate communication logistics, research and briefing for all communication related activities.
  • Identify thought leadership opportunities for business executives with opinion leaders.
  • Manage third party suppliers for PR agency, photography and videography services.
  • Creatively communicate business and project updates for internal communication.
  • Writing and editing the Bank’s publication materials and corporate events launches.
The Person
  • A university degree in Mass Communication, Media or Public Relations from a recognized university.
  • Possession of professional qualifications in Journalism or PR related skills.
  • Must have at least 5 years’ experience in corporate communications.
  • Three years’ Experience in writing press releases, commentaries, publications, opinion pieces, video scripts and speeches.
  • Knowledge of French language will be an added advantage
  • Experience in Crisis communication and management
  • Experience in business strategy will be essential
  • A genuine interest in providing excellent customer service
  • Possession project management skill will be essential
  • knowledge of trends in financial industry
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Ability to build strong working relationships, internal and external to the organization
  • Initiative, self-drive and open minded
  • Attention to detail
  • Team Player
The above position is a demanding role which the bank will provide a competitive package for the successful candidate.
If you believe you can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the criteria given above, please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating your current position, remuneration level, e-mail address and telephone contacts quoting the job title/reference in the subject field to recruitment@kcb.co.ke.
To be considered your application must be received by March 7, 2014.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Job Ref: CRA 01/2014

JOBS,JOBS,JOBS,URGENT PEOPLE REQUIRED

Are you a professional in medical field? There is good news for you to get employed.  Makueni County is hiring various health workers for its 37 new clinics that will offer free medical services.
According to Mr Mulwa, a Committee Member for health in Makueni, all the 56 centres will be staffed.” The professionals to be hired are: Medical Officers, Nurses and a Laboratory Technologists
The 37 clinics that are funded by the CDF fund are part of a project that is targeting to construct 56 medical clinics by the end of the year.
The opening of the new hospitals is set to herald transfers from poorly run clinics and attract health workers from other counties.

Chief Accountant vacancy...hurry!!!!!

Chief Accountant
Based in Eldoret, Kenya
Job Ref: MN 5939
The Chief Accountant reports to the Group Head Office in Nairobi, while working closely day to day with various divisional managers at the operational level.
Job Profile
Routine accounting & record keeping, data processin9, reporting, cashflow, budgetary controls, forecasting, financial analysis, payroll, taxes, IT, banking, procurement & admin.
Person Profile
  • A sense of urgency, a strong desire to achieve and excel.
  • One who will not rest until the job is done, who understands duties and responsibilities without having to be reminded.
  • 7+ years experience in Finance/Accounting function; at least 3 years in a similar capacity in an organization with an annual turnover of not less than KSh100 million.
  • A professional accountancy qualification: CPA(K); ACCA; ICMA; ACA; CA or equivalent.
  • Proven ability to lead, design and set up new systems.
  • Computer literate.
  • Rational thinking.
  • Attention to details.
  • High integrity.
  • Independent.
  • Not afraid to ask relevant questions & pursue answers.
  • Able to distinguish & enquire into irregular transactions.
  • Time conscious.
  • Able to work under pressure & adhere to deadlines.
  • Familiar with manufacturing, agriculture and property sectors; and a mid-size accounting package.
Send your application with a detailed CV and a daytime telephone contact, and disclose current or past gross monthly salary.Apply via email only to recruit@manpowerservicesgroup.com so as to reach us before 12 noon 5th March 2014.

Hotel Careers. Asst F & B Manager

Kasarani Sportsview Hotel wishes to recruit competent and qualified candidates to fill the following vacant position;Assistant Food & Beverage Manager
The job holder will be assisting the Food and Beverage Manager in managing the department.
Duties & Responsibilities:
  • To act on customer feedback appropriately both customer complaints and compliments.
  • To ensure that the F&B department creates a professional impression to customers and team members.
  • Supervision of all service staff while maintaining outstanding guest relations and customer focus in banquets and restaurants.
  • Coordinate F&B operations with other hotel departments to ensure efficient guest service.
  • Ensure all guest are welcomed and well attended to at all times namely during breakfast, lunch, dinner, tea breaks, and any other events.
  • Apply (MBWA) management skills by walking around of entire F&B outlets.
  • To promote a safe, healthy and environmentally secure environment.
  • Ensure timing of service functions are adhered to for guest satisfaction.
  • Ensure complete set ups are in place for seminar, banquets, dining and parties.
  • Ensure opening and closing duties are adhered to.
Required skills and qualifications:
  • Diploma/Degree in Hotel Management or relevant discipline.
  • Minimum of 3-4 years supervisory experience in a 4/5 star hotel.
  • Excellent knowledge in the principles and practices within the F&B and hospitality profession.
  • Have strong organization, leadership and management skills.
  • Must possess excellent written and verbal.
To apply, send your Application Letter and CV only together with your current and expected salary to hr@sportsviewhotel.com before 5th March, 2014.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.