| Corporate Communications Manager Job Re-Advertisement - Catholic University of Eastern Africa (CUEA) Posted: 08 Jul 2011 08:37 AM PDT 
The Catholic University of Eastern Africa (CUEA) is seeking to recruit a dynamic, qualified and result oriented person to fill the position of Corporate Communications Manager.
Job Purpose:
To develop and implement communications and marketing strategies towards the attainment of the University's Strategic objectives. He/she shall evaluate customer research, market conditions, and implement marketing plan changes, and oversee all marketing and advertising activities.
Reporting: The job holder reports to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor Administration.
Duties and Responsibilities - Develop and implement a comprehensive and integrated communications strategy that positions CUEA as the University of Choice in the region and beyond;
- Formulate and implement viable marketing strategies with specific objectives and targets that give CUEA a competitive edge in service provision;
- Oversee production of news and feature stories, publicity materials, press releases, photographs, videos, marketing resources and other strategic and targeted communications as required;
- Manage and coordinate all marketing and advertising activities of the University;
- Design, implement and facilitate annual marketing plan for the University;
- Conduct market research to determine customer requirements for existing and future academic programmes and courses;
- Oversee the University's electronic marketing efforts including supervision of content, website design and maintenance;
- Analyze customer research, current market conditions and competitors information;
- Monitor and evaluate marketing strategies and programmes to determine their effectiveness;
- Prepare monthly and annual reports of the CUEA's marketing activities;
- Determine and manage the University's marketing budget; . .
- Oversee design, production and distribution of promotional communication materials;
- Plan and manage rapid response communications in situations of organizational crises;
- Develop and maintain professional contacts with key print and broadcast media in Kenya, regionally and internationally;
- Ensure proper management of all CUEA events;
- Cultivate a customer-oriented culture amongst CUEA staff by devising and implementing various awareness creation and capacity building approaches in liaison with the Human Resources Manager;
- Lead the University's commitment to long term Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) by developing appropriate strategy and giving concise direction, priority and mode of implementation;
- Manage the University's external agency, commissioning and overseeing
- the drafting and editing process for all internal and external (press) releases;
- Provide counsel to senior executives on messaging and media relations;
- Identify new program opportunities to enhance the University's ¡mage as a socially responsible University;
- Be able to identify potential corporate crisis and have the ability to identify strategies to handle those risks and accordingly advise management e.g. strikes;
- Develop job description for other personnel(s) required to serve in the same office with or under him/her;
- Periodically direct the University on viable ways of branding and rebranding CUEA— that is, build and maintain the corporate brand;
- Perform any other tasks as assigned by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor Administration.
Education and Experience: - A holder of at least Master of Arts degree in Mass Communication from a recognized University with a specialization in Corporate Communication;
- At least 5 years working experience in a similar position;
- Proficiency in Computer application packages;
- Proven experience in customer and market research;
- Exhibit experience in successfully implementing CSR or media campaigns; Knowledge in audio-visual productions and print media will be an added advantage.
The Person: - Must be a mature person in age and character — at least 30 years;
- Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills;
- Must demonstrate high level of maturity and integrity;
- Be able to work under minimum supervision;
- Have excellent computer skills;
- Must have good problem analysis and problem-solving skills;
- Must have outstanding interpersonal and marketing skills;
- Must exhibit good knowledge of the trends of higher education in the region and beyond;
- Must have general know-how of the functioning of various media e.g. their writing styles, presentation styles, media language, etc;
- Should be on top of (general) current affairs/topical issues;
- Must have good command of spoken and written English and Kiswahili languages — working knowledge in any major foreign language will be an added advantage.
Applications should reach the Human Resources Manager on or before 22nd July 2011. Applicants should enclose a C.V., copies of relevant certificates and three reference letters from recognized persons/institutions. NB: Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted. The Catholic University of Eastern Africa (CUEA), P.O. Box 62157 -00200 Nairobi, Kenya Tel: +254-20-8891601-6, 88900234 Wireless: +254-020-2525811-5 Mobile: +254-20-734-066 915 and +254-20-722-509 811 -2 Fax: +254-20-8891 261 and 8891084 Email: admin@cuea.edu Website: www.cuea.edu |
| Kenya College of Management and Information Technology - Business and Management Tutor Job in Kenya Posted: 08 Jul 2011 08:34 AM PDT 
Business description:
KCMIT is a professional college founded on Christian principles with a mission to provide quality and practical learning opportunities that add value and improve quality of life.
Job Title:
Business and Management Tutor – full time
Job Description: - Offer tuition In Business Management, Marketing, Human Resource and Accounting Courses;
- Prepare lesson plans, schemes of work and conduct tuition as per curriculum;
- Maintain attendance and marks records;
- Administer examinations and CAT's; Develop learning and teaching materials;
- Successful candidates will teach courses, lectures and demonstrations, and conduct tutorials as may be determined by the Head of Department.
- They will also engage in Research and advancement of knowledge.
Requirements: - Applicants should be holders of a Bachelors degree in Business Management (HR option)
- or Bachelor of Education (Arts) with additional professional qualification either in CPS, CPA, HRM
- Bachelor of Commerce (marketing Option)
- At least 1 year teaching experience and a passion for teaching or imparting knowledge;
Salary: Negotiable Send CVs by email before 18th July 2011 , quoting expected Salary Kenya College of Management and Information Technology Address: P.O Box 27681-00506 Nairobi - 00506 Nairobi Area Email: info@kenyacollege.net  |
| Quality Assurance Manager - Data Acquisition Job in Kenya Posted: 08 Jul 2011 08:28 AM PDT 
Dynamic People Consulting (DPC) is currently recruiting for a Quality Assurance Manager for one of its clients in the market research industry.
Reporting to Data Acquisition Manager East and Central Africa, the Quality Assurance Manager, Data Acquisition will be responsible for leading and managing the quality control initiatives for the organization.
Key responsibilities: - Developing, driving and implement quality initiatives that cope with business needs and company values/objectives
- Leading the Quality Control team and taking responsible for the quality system for operations
- Defining and recommending proper quality strategies to meet expected performance, timeliness, quality and cost objectives
- Ensuring compliance of local/region practice to industrial standard and company requirements
- Analysing quality rejects and process failure in order to provide recommendation to related function for continuous improvement
- Developing the right organization and talents to facilitate the growth of the company
The successful candidate should have the following qualifications: - Five (5) years experience in Quality field with a minimum of two (2) years in supervisory/managerial level position
- Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science
- Practical experience in business improvement processes would be an advantage
- Open to change, strong sense of critical thinking, good logical thinking and problem solving skill
- Ability to liaise and communicate effectively with senior management, client service and operations associates
- Fluency in English
Send all applications to:recruitment@dpckenya.com by Close of Business 12th July 2011  |
| Senior Sales Executive Job in Kenya - IT Training Company (KShs 50K + Commission) Posted: 08 Jul 2011 08:27 AM PDT 
Position: Senior Sales Executive
Location: Nairobi
Our client, a leading IT Training company offering the latest on demand IT Training solutions is seeking to recruit a Senior Sales Executive.
The position calls for a dynamic, enthusiastic and a hardworking individual with experience selling similar products to Parastatals and Government ministries.
Duties and Responsibilities: - Maintain existing business relationships through continuous client follow up, responding to client inquiries and resolving problems on their behalf.
- Establish and maintain new business relationships especially with Government ministries and Parastatals.
- Accurately maintain and update client database
- Develop pursuit materials, prepare presentations and regularly present at client meetings, and conferences
- Aggressively prospect for new clients
- Formulate marketing strategies that will enable the company position itself in the industry.
Qualifications and experience: - A degree or a diploma in IT
- 4 to 5 years experience in sales and marketing
- An ICT diploma will be an added advantage
- Good presentation skills
- Excellent presentation and communication skills
- Must have experience selling to Government ministries and Parastatals.
To apply, send your CV only to carol@flexi-personnel.com before Friday 8th July 2011. Clearly indicate the position applied for on the subject line. Gross salary of 50,000 Kshs plus commissions Only serious people need to apply.  |
| Branch Manager Job in Tanzania (Re-Advertisement) Posted: 08 Jul 2011 08:26 AM PDT 
Re advertisement
Branch Manager
Industry: Home Decor
Location: Dar- es salaam, Tanzania
Our client, a leading retailer of home décor including bed sheets, air conditioners, dinner sets, curtains, duvets, carpets etc is looking for an Assistant Branch Manager to be based in Dar-es-salaam - Tanzania.
Candidates currently working in any of the major home decor retail stores and looking for a management position encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities - In conjunction with the Branch manager, maximise the operating profit of the store, by ensuring heightened service levels as well as effective management of resources, sales and costs.
- Effectively manage the staff and regularly monitor performance within the store.
- Ensure store expectations and priorities are communicated to staff and regularly review and provide feedback on staff's performance against expectations.
- Ensure staff are trained and managed to provide excellent customer service
- Ensure that there is a supervisor presence within the Section/store at all times.
- Ensure customer complaints are handled effectively and in line with the retail store company policy
- Ensure all staff are appraised in line with company guidelines (minimum one appraisal per year).
- Merchandise to maximise sales, including maintaining window and in-store displays to a high standard in line with merchandising guidelines.
- Manage operating costs within budgetary guidelines.
- Provide department reports on slow moving, fast moving and non moving items to the store Branch Manager
- Monitor and continuously seek to understand commercial environment, local trading patterns, competitor activity and market trends in the retail sector and their impact in store.
Key skills and knowledge - At least 5 years experience in a major retail store.
- Well developed technical skills in the following areas:
- Customer Care and Selling
- Merchandising
- Stock Management
- Product Knowledge
- Security - Outstanding Financial management
- Planning, organising and prioritising
- Training and development skills
- Personnel management experience
- Problem analysis and decision making
- Excellent listener
A competitive salary package guaranteed If you have the skills and competences for this role, and are ready to relocate to Dar Es Salaam, send your CV ONLY to carol@flexi-personnel.com by Friday 8th July 2011. Kindly indicate position title and minimum salary expectation on the subject line. Only serious candidates need apply  |
| HR Manager Job in Tanzania (Re-Advertisement) Posted: 08 Jul 2011 08:24 AM PDT 
Re Advertisement
HR Manager
Industry: Home Decor (Retail Sector)
Location: Dar- Es salaam, Tanzania
Our client, a leading retailer of home décor is looking for a HR Manager to assist the Group HR Director in the formation and development of HR Strategy and work-plan.
We are specifically looking for candidates with excellent working knowledge of the Tanzanian Employment and Labour Act, and related laws as well as experience of Tanzanian Labour Arbitration, Trade Unions and Employer's Associations liaison.
Duties and Responsibilities - Defining the learning strategy and recruitment, providing pragmatic and consistent guidance and advice to managers on grievance, attendance, disciplinary, and performance issues.
- Raising proactive issues with managers, identifying practical solutions to complex and diverse HR issues, and recommending appropriate action plans.
- Compiling and managing case management documentation.
- Briefing new managers on the policies and procedures of the organization in conjunction with the development and learning team, providing coaching to managers on difficult and complex issues.
- Liaising with recruitment team on salary levels for existing and prospective staff consistent with organization market conditions and policies.
- Ensuring the maintenance of all payroll data by HR Administrators.
- Reviewing and revising HR policies in compliance with changing or new legislation.
- Developing personal policies, maintaining and updating policy manuals as well as employee handbooks as needed.
- Collecting ongoing information regarding satisfaction of employee on salary packages/ wages, working conditions, etc.
- Conducting new employee orientation program and other educational and training programs on changes in benefits, diversity, etc.
Qualifications and Experience - Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management as well as a HND in HRM
- Master's degree in Human Resource Management an added advantage
- Minimum 5 years HR experience.
- Expert Microsoft Office skills like Word, Outlook, and Excel. Knowledge of HR MIS and database systems.
- Outstanding communication skills in both English and Kiswahili.
A competitive salary package guaranteed If you have the skills and competences for this role, and are ready to relocate to Dar Es Salaam, send your CV ONLY to carol@flexi-personnel.com by Friday 8th July 2011. Kindly indicate position title and minimum salary expectation on the subject line. Only serious candidates need apply  |
| Training Manager Job in Tanzania (Re-Advertisement) Posted: 08 Jul 2011 08:23 AM PDT 
Re Advertisement
Training Manager
Industry: Home Decor (Retail)
Location: Dar- es salaam, Tanzania
Our client, a leading retailer of home décor is looking for a Training Manager to lead Management training and Sales/retail selling training.
This is a senior role and candidates currently working in any of the major retail stores in a similar role and looking for a Management position are encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities include: - Developing training material in-line with the Learning and Development strategy and demonstrating the style of training for the group.
- Coordinating with external accreditation bodies to ensure that training materials meet accreditation standards i.e Institute of Leadership and Management, City and Guilds.
- Delivering learning events
- Ensuring follow-up and monitoring progress on post-course objectives and assignment work by delegates
- Acting as internal coach and mentor to managers and staff.
- Keeping records of all training given
- Coordinating with the HR administrator pre and post event material to ensure smooth and efficient training delivery
- Ensuring the learning Library is updated with materials to meet company learning objectives.
Key skills and knowledge - At least 5 years training experience in the retail sector.
- Degree/ Diploma in Sales and Marketing or business related field from a reputable institution of higher learning.
- Outstanding communication skills in both English and Kiswahili.
A competitive salary package guaranteed If you have the skills and competences for this role, and are ready to relocate to Dar Es Salaam, send your CV ONLY to carol@flexi-personnel.com by Friday 8th July 2011. Kindly indicate position title and minimum salary expectation on subject line.  |
| (Security Systems) - Sales Executive Job Vacancy in Nairobi Kenya Posted: 08 Jul 2011 08:22 AM PDT 
Sales Executive
Industry: Security
Location: Nairobi
Our client, a leading security company in Nairobi is looking for a Business Development Executive.
We are looking for candidates with experience working in a similar industry and selling Access Control Systems, Alarm Monitoring & Response Systems, Audio/Video Intercom Systems, CCTV Surveillance, Fire Detection & Response Systems, Security Training Services, Vehicle Surveillance (UVSS/ANPR) among others.
Key Responsibilities - Develop and implement Marketing strategies to retain and attract new clients.
- Conduct Market surveys and research for existing and new Security Products.
- Present and sell company products and services to current and potential clients
- Prepare action plans and schedules to identify specific targets and to project the number of contacts to be made
- Follow up on new leads and referrals resulting from field activity
- Identify sales prospects and contact these and other accounts as assigned
- Prepare presentations, proposals and sales contracts
- Develop and maintain sales materials and current product knowledge
- Establish and maintain current client and potential client relationships
- Prepare paperwork to activate and maintain contract services
- Manage account services through quality checks and other follow-up
- Identify and resolve client concerns, customer care
- Prepare a variety of status reports, including activity, closings, follow-up and adherence to goals
- Communicate new product and service opportunities, special developments, information, or feedback gathered through field activity to appropriate company staff
- Follow up on all service contracts with the clients
- Coordinate company staff to accomplish the work required to close sales
- Develop and implement special sales activities to reduce stock
- Other duties as assigned
Additional Responsibilities - Participate in marketing events such as seminars, trade shows, and telemarketing events
- Follow-up for collection of payment
- Provide on-job-training to new sales employees
Knowledge and Skill Requirements - Diploma in Sales and Marketing or any other business related qualification
- Ability to persuade and influence others
- Ability to develop and deliver presentations
- Ability to create, compose and edit written materials
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Knowledge of advertising and sales promotion techniques
- Three to five years of sales or marketing experience
- Maintaining a professional appearance and providing a positive company image to the public
If you have the skills and competences for this role, send your CV ONLY to jobs2@flexi-personnel.com by Friday 15th July 2011 Only serious candidates need apply  |
| Workshop Manager Job Vacancy in Kenya Posted: 08 Jul 2011 08:21 AM PDT 
Workshop Manager
Qualifications
Mechanical, Automobile or Automotive Engineer (a credible diploma) with about 10-15 years experience
Duties
Hands on experience in :- - Spares parts inventory management
- Automobile repairs
- Commercial negotiations with vendors and service providers
- Insurance claims
- Fleet management
- Route planning
- Maintenance scheduling
- Workshop management for a large fleet of vehicles
- Managing a diverse fleet of vehicle from Saloon Cars to Actros, Iveco, Scania, Horses, Trailers, rollers, Excavators, Bulldozers etc.
- Handling a diverse range of people with different skillset and background.
This is an urgent post and applicant should be willing to take up the offer immediately. Send your application with a detailed CV and a daytime telephone number. Recruiting Manager Corporate Staffing Services Suite 3, 13th Floor, Moi Avenue. Jobs@staff-kenya.com We do not charge any fee for having your CV in our database. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  |
| Front-End Designer Job Vacancy in Kenya - Creafinity Limited Posted: 08 Jul 2011 08:19 AM PDT 
Creafinity Limited is a Kenyan based enterprise with the aim of using technology to improve business.
We specialize in web site design and development, System development, interactive media, E-business applications, Corporate Identity and Photography.
Creafinity Limited is an innovative firm that believes in the power of technology in running today's businesses.
Purpose of Position
The Front-end Designer position entails designing web site user interfaces and integrating back-end applications. In addition, enhancing the design and usability of existing web sites is also required.
You must be must be highly motivated, creative, technically adept, work independently and or in a team and be able to communicate well both verbally and in written form.
The following key aspects also apply: - Contribute to the development of web site user interfaces and internet applications on time and according to project budgets and will be committed to continuously improving and sharing your technical expertise.
- Participate in technical design, development, testing, implementation, and maintenance of web sites.
- Report on the status of efforts, identifying issues that inhibit the attainment of project goals and implementing corrective action.
- Remain up to date on web technologies, evaluate software packages and make recommendations to management.
- Have a passion for bringing the user's perspective into the design and development process.
- Be able to understand business needs behind client requirements and design effective web site solutions to meet business needs.
- Design and development of prototypes and storyboards to effectively communicate design direction to the production team.
- Identify and solve technical challenges of existing and new web design components.
- Development of UI standards for the development team.
- Conduct usability analysis of existing functionality
Front-end Designer Job Requirements
The Web/Graphic Designer will also meet the following requirements: - Demonstrated ability to work against a plan and meet deadlines.
- Detail oriented and analytical.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to complete work assignments and achieve results in an ambiguous work environment.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suites, Flash, PHP Programming, CSS, Java and JavaScript, HTML, MySQL and CGI Scripting.
- Have well-developed interpersonal skills.
- Have an ability to convey complex thoughts, both written and oral, in clear, concise and timely fashion.
- Openly and actively communicate information.
- Accountable for personal performance.
- Build and leverage a network of experts within and external to Creafinity to supplement one's own expertise.
- Function effectively in a virtual team environment.
- Learn new concepts quickly and apply them in the course of his/her work.
- Assist in the definition of technical requirements in response to internal and external customer needs, ensuring clear priorities are set.
- Lead the scoping of technical solutions in response to client requirements, working with software engineers, graphic designers, quality assurance and release management functions.
- Manage all aspects of client projects through the lifecycle delivering to time and budget, (including Risk, Quality, third party milestones), ensuring that the solution meets the client requirements.
- Communicate project plans to the client.
- Assist the Business Development team in pre-sales roles where necessary.
- Contribute to other areas of the business and undertake additional responsibilities where necessary.
To be successful in the position of Front-end Designer, you will need to show: - Accuracy, reliability and enthusiasm.
- Previous and recent experience in a similar environment.
- Flexibility with working hours.
- An outgoing, confident individual with initiative.
- "Can do" attitude
To apply for this position send in your CV to hr@creafinity.co.ke to reach us on or not later than 15 July 2011. You can find out more about Creafinity from our website at www.creafinity.co.ke |
| ERP Administrator Job in Kenya - GIBB Africa Posted: 08 Jul 2011 08:14 AM PDT 
GIBB Africa Ltd seeks to recruit a suitable candidate for the following position:
ERP Administrator
Responsibilities - On-time support to all GIBB ERP end-users on the LAN and remotely.
- Development & customization of approved system amendments and additions for the GIBB ERP.
- Ensuring the reliable performance of GIBB ERP system.
- Resolving GIBB ERP hardware, software and system related problems.
- Monitoring and maintaining GIBB ERP system security, data & system back-up.
- Installing new software releases and system upgrades, and evaluating and installing ERP patches.
Qualifications - Degree in IT
- Should be able to program in Visual Basic, Active Server Pages (ASP).
- Should have knowledge of and be able to administer Microsoft SQL Server 2005 or above.
Working Experience - At least 2 years of systems development.
Interested candidates should submit their applications by post or hand delivery, enclosing copies of academic certificates, copies of reference letters, detailed Curriculum Vitae, their address, telephone and email contact, on or before 22 July 2011. The applications should be addressed to: The Human Resources Manager GIBB Africa Limited 5th Floor, Office of The Prime Minister's Building, Harambee Avenue P O Box 30020-00100 Nairobi Or Email: hr@gibbafrica.com  |
| Customer Service Executive, Sales Consultant and Relationship Manager Jobs in Kenya - Life Care International Posted: 08 Jul 2011 08:13 AM PDT 
Sales Consultant
Role
Sales consultant's role comprises of acting as an advisor to the clients who seek insurance services.
Reporting: Sales Manager
Specific Roles and responsibilities
Result Focus: Sales & Marketing - Achieve Given Sales Targets consistently
- Obtain referrals/self-generated leads and generate new business
- Identify and establish sources of obtaining new lead generation
- Manage assigned incoming divisional leads and convert to sale
- Engage in follow-up with clients the objective being to secure the sale
- Engage in selling and promoting only the range of products and services as authorized and provided by the company
- Strives to meet outbound sales targets
- Ensures all follow-ups are carried out at arranged times with clients as per the defined TAT rate
- Ensures Call Quality is maintained as per the set standards
- Strives to meet the required conversion rate.
Client Servicing - Provide expert advice and guidance to new prospective clients within the Kenyan health insurance market relative to BUPA International products and/or products and services provided by an accredited panel of international and domestic health insurance underwriters
- Build a profitable and sustainable portfolio for Health Insurance based New Business for the LCIB team
- Understand the requirements of each lead enquiry, individual/corporate, through a thorough fact-find mechanism
- Conduct meetings with potential clients as and when required; internal and external
- Deal with queries from clients prior to enrollment and at fulfillment
- Send quotation request to insurance companies if proposal cannot be prepared in-house or via the designated individual responsible for this duty
- Refer clients to other departments of Lifecare International, i.e. general insurance, financial services and travel for cross fertilization purposes
- Effectively portray the organization's image in front of the client by presenting information in form of presentations, oral briefing, distributing literatures etc.
- Effectively participate in critical negotiations and increase the sales revenues
- Conduct client validation to access the compatibility of client's profile with the organization
- Attend to walk-in Customers
Customer Service Executive
Role
The Customer Service Executive will be working closely with the Corporate renewals team to ensure that each and every corporate Customer service aspect is well taken care for both BUPA and Local, and Relationship Managers are provided with administrative support to manage their accounts effectively
Reporting: Asst Manager Operations
Specific Roles and responsibilities
Result Focus: - Responsible to deal with all pre-authorizations as per the set processes and within the defined benchmarks (TAT)
- Responsible for emergency customer services, 100 % response rate within the defined timelines.
- Responsible for ensuring the customer feedback is received as per the defined number and time period
- Responsible to ensure that Renewal Terms is received within the stipulated timeline as defined within the "Renewals Process"
Client Servicing - Responsible to answer all membership related queries (Phone / E-mail / Walk In) and / or will route them to the concerned department if required.
- All membership related queries via E-mail (internal / external) need to be acknowledged within 2 working days.
Relationship management - Responsible to follow-up with the Insurance Providers for Renewal terms as per the Group Renewal Listing provided by the Account Manager.
- Responsible to follow-up the Premium Notification for New Business and Renewals from Accounts Department.
- Responsible to source out the quotations from the Insurance Providers as requested by the Account Managers
- Follow up with providers for the quotations
- Responsible to action emails that requires urgent assistance and update the Account Manager accordingly
Self Learning &Development - Gain a comprehensive understanding of the insurance industry/practices and the business community in the Kenya and UAE
- Be fully committed and dedicated to personal development and growth, working toward the achievement of performance targets on agreed periodic basis
- Attend trainings programmes as directed by the immediate manager.
Knowledge Management - Generate Monthly Pre-authorization reports and maintain these in an orderly manner which can be further accessed at all times. Soft copies are maintained and updated on regular basis.
- Responsible for collecting and analyzing the Customer Feedback forms and maintains these in an orderly manner which can be further accessed at all times.
Team Work - Extend and participate in the pursuit of all new business securing activities as directed by the Asst Operations Manager or the management of Lifecare.
- Build and maintain cohesive relations with other departments and colleagues of Lifecare International
- Support and encourage team spirit within Lifecare by skills, experience and knowledge sharing
Confidentiality & Ethics - Ensure full compliance with the companies third party non solicitation policy which prohibits the earning of fees through third party channels not connected with the company
- Protection of the company at all times in relation to database, IP, secrets and strategy, sensitive information which may not be discussed with anyone outside of the company
- Ensure all sensitive client information remains confidential
- Ensure unethical ways and means of other team members are appropriately reported to the concerned personnel
Pre-requisites
Qualifications: - Graduate, with preferred specialization in Commerce, banking, Insurance,
Experience - 3-5 years of minimum experience in Insurance industry. Preferably as an underwriter
Language Proficiency (U/ R / W) - Proficient in English with ability to Read, Write and Understand efficiently
Job Knowledge Requirement - Knowledge for effective use of Microsoft Office package -Word, Excel and Power Point. Knowledge of advanced features of Excel like Statistical Analysis, Pivot Tables etc. preferable.
- Passionate an driven
- Analytical
- Must be an excellent face-to-face and telephone communicator.
- Ability to analyze and understand things by ensuring attention to details is given.
- Ability to handle stress and pressure
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Should be flexible and willing to invest more
Relationship Manager – Travel Insurance
Role
The role of Relationship Manager- Travel Insurance is to build and manage the relationships with the Lifecare's existing And New Travel Insurance clients both Individual and Corporate.
The role includes ensuring that the client's expectations are met by delivering the promises made and managing all aspects of client servicing before and after the policy is sold or an agreement is made.
Reporting - Director Travel Insurance
Specific Roles and responsibilities
Result Focus: - Responsible for meeting the set retention rate of the portfolio allotted
- Responsible to ensure that the profitability of the assigned Travel Agents is maintained and increased over a defined period of time
- Responsible to ensure that customer individual / Corporate complains of critical nature are within the defined limits
- Responsible to ensure critical errors in terms of the deliverables to clients are minimum and within the defined parameters and benchmarks.
- Responsible for meeting the set Sales targets
Client Servicing - Responsible to ensure that all queries via Phone / E-mail / Walk INs and / or any other means o, is answered and the client's issues, queries are resolved as per the defined benchmarks.
- Provides effective and efficient Quotations to the clients meeting their specific requirements
- Responsible for coordinating with Travel Insurance providers to meet client requirements
- Responsible to liaise with the Travel Agents on regular basis, for Training , Understanding their concerns , resolving issues and mapping performance
- Responsible to address client - Individual, corporate, Agents complaints and proactively deal with them on timely basis
- Conduct presentations to the clients, Conduct
- Trainings on the Policy details and software usage on regular basis
- Visit clients as per the need of business
- Attend to walk in clients
Self Learning & Development - Gain a comprehensive understanding of the insurance industry/practices and the business community in the Kenya and UAE
- Be fully committed and dedicated to personal development and growth, working toward the achievement of performance targets on agreed periodic basis.
- Attend trainings programmes as directed by the immediate manager.
Knowledge Management - Generate Weekly/ monthly/Quarterly /Annual performance report within the specified area of operations
- Responsible for Capturing and updating details concerning clients as per the assigned individuals in Gold mine as per the set benchmarks and processes
- Responsible for updating weekly reports consistently
- Interpret data in logical manner, provide conclusive information to the customers both internal and external to enable effective decision making.
Technology Management - Use only the hardware and software systems as provided by the company for all communications, information and data storage purposes
- Ensure client database is updated in a timely manner and is correct and up to date as per the defined processes and internal benchmarks
- Ensure Quality standards set are adequately followed within the area of operations under your profile.
Team Work - Extend and participate in the pursuit of all new business securing activities as directed by the manager or the management of Lifecare.
- Build and maintain cohesive relations with other departments and colleagues of Lifecare International
- Support and encourage team spirit within Lifecare by skills, experience and knowledge sharing
Confidentiality & Ethics - Ensure full compliance with the companies third party non solicitation policy which prohibits the earning of fees through third party channels not connected with the company
- Protection of the company at all times in relation to database, IP, secrets and strategy, sensitive information which may not be discussed with anyone outside of the company
- Ensure all sensitive client information remains confidential
- Ensure unethical ways and means of other team members are appropriately reported to the concerned personnel
Pre-requisites
Qualifications: - Graduate, with experience in Hospitality, Travel and Tourism.
Experience - 2-3 years of minimum experience in Client servicing, and Sales
Language Proficiency (U/ R / W) - Proficient in English with ability to Read, Write and understand efficiently
Job Knowledge Requirement - Knowledge for effective use of Microsoft Office package -Word, Excel and Power Point.
- Knowledge of advanced features of Excel like Statistical Analysis, Pivot Tables etc. preferable.
- Passionate an driven
- Analytical
- Must be an excellent face-to-face and telephone communicator.
- Ability to analyze and understand things by ensuring attention to details is given.
- Ability to handle stress and pressure
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Ability to understand things form different prospective and should be a good listener
- Excellent Public Speaking Skills are a must
- Should be a good negotiator
- Should possess training skills
- Should be flexible and willing to travel
Interested applicants are requested to send their applications & detailed CVs (Strictly Email only) indicating current salary and benefit history with 3 references including current employer, copies of certificates and any other testimonials on or Before 8th July, 2011 to: Email: hr@lifecareinternational.co.ke  |
| IBM IM Sales Jobs in Kenya Posted: 08 Jul 2011 08:11 AM PDT 
We are looking for a professional, results-oriented sales person with a proven track record to take responsibility for sales of the IBM Information Management solution portfolio in your assigned territory in the Africa.
Information Management software helps customers manage business data and support operational and analytic applications with powerful data servers. It provides real-time access to business information and an enterprise-wide view of their critical business data.
As the Information Management Business Development professional for IBM Africa you will be expected to take ownership and accountability for driving business in your assigned territory by - Developing a network of customer contacts and meeting regularly to identify, progress and close sales opportunities in line with the Sales Plan and in a timely manner
- Work with Teams on the development of solutions to customer business requirements by providing brand portfolio expertise and, where appropriate, in a leadership role
- Submit accurate, comprehensive and current inputs to the territory sales forecasting process, using the recognised tools provided for this purpose
- Interact with and help develop the Business Partner ecosystem in order to maximise their business results
- Engage, negotiate with and influence C-level Executives and decision-makers
The applicant will be expected to possess - A minimum of two years experience in high-performance transactional selling with consistent year-over-year over-quota achievement
- Product and solution experience and skill in the Information Management portfolio, or as a minimum in a related competitive or complementary market offering (database technology such as Oracle, DB2, Informix, MS-SQL, Sybase, ……)
- Experience in identifying viable new markets in which to sell software.
- Generally, a good understanding of the selling of software solutions and tools used to solve business problems
- Good collaboration and teamwork skills, ability to demonstrate a commitment to team goals
- Ability to foster rapport, trust and confidence with customers, an understanding and ability to determine current and future needs, exceed expectations, monitor satisfaction, build/maintain positive relations
- Negotiation skills- to clarify the interests and positions of all parties, adjust tactics to achieve desired results and develop alternative options for mutual gain
- The ability to forecast accurately
- That you are a winner prepared to go the extra mile to be successful
- Education to University Degree level
- Willingness to travel extensively within territory
- 100% fluency in written and spoken English
Experience of selling in the Africa region would be an additional advantage
Required - High School Diploma/GED
- English: Fluent
Preferred IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. All candidates should apply directly on the website,kindly follow the link below to apply online: https://jobs3.netmedia1.com/cp/job_summary.jsp?job_id=S_D-0411273 |
| Tivoli Technical Sales Specialist Job in Kenya - IBM Posted: 08 Jul 2011 08:09 AM PDT 
Job description
Client Technical Specialists are technical consultants to clients, IBM sales teams and/or IBM Business Partners. They understand the client's business requirements, technical requirements and/or competitive landscape.
You will provide technical sales expertise which may include: collaboration with IBM sales teams to define, design and detail the technical aspects and feasibility of proposed solutions; delivery of Proof of Concept; developing and delivering technical education; supporting critical situations; designing solutions; and answering technical questions.
When engaged for a specific opportunity or project, you will be responsible for the technical accuracy of the proposed solution. You will have experience of Tivoli or competitor products, with minimum 3 years proven technical sales expertise, ideally in the East Africa. This opportunity requires Automation expertise. Required - High School Diploma/GED
- English: Fluent
Preferred IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. All candidates should apply directly on the website, kindly follow the link below to apply online: https://jobs3.netmedia1.com/cp/job_summary.jsp?job_id=S_D-0411314 |
| BA (SPSS) Sales Jobs in Kenya - IBM Posted: 08 Jul 2011 08:08 AM PDT 
Job description
We are looking for a professional, results-oriented sales person with a proven track record to take responsibility for sales of the Business Analytics solution portfolio in your assigned territory in the East Africa.
Business Analytics is a comprehensive portfolio of business intelligence, advanced analytics, financial performance and strategy management and analytic applications that provide the customer with a clear, immediate and actionable insight into current performance and the ability to predict future outcomes.
As the Business Analytics professional for IBM East Africa you will be expected to take ownership and accountability for driving business in your assigned territory by - - Developing a network of customer contacts and meeting regularly to identify, progress and close sales opportunities in line with the Sales Plan and in a timely manner
- Work with Teams on the development of solutions to customer business requirements by providing brand portfolio expertise and, where appropriate, in a leadership role
- Submit accurate, comprehensive and current inputs to the territory sales forecasting process, using the recognised tools provided for this purpose
- Interact with and help develop the Business Partner ecosystem in order to maximise their business results
- Engage, negotiate with and influence C-level Executives and decision-makers
The applicant will be expected to possess – - A minimum of two years experience in high-performance transactional selling with consistent year-over-year over-quota achievement
- Product and solution experience and skill in the Business Analytics portfolio, or as a minimum in a related competitive or complementary market offering
- Experience in identifying viable new markets in which to sell software.
- Generally, a good understanding of the selling of software solutions and tools used to solve business problems
- Good collaboration and teamwork skills, ability to demonstrate a commitment to team goals through attitude, contribution and cooperation, willingness to participate in a team, share information, exhibit objectivity and openness to others' views; take accountability for own actions, putting success of team above own interest
- Ability to foster rapport, trust and confidence with customers, an understanding and ability to determine current and future needs, exceed expectations, monitor satisfaction, build/maintain positive relations
- Negotiation skills- to clarify the interests and positions of all parties, adjust tactics to achieve desired results, manage conflict, manipulation and strong emotions, develop alternative options for mutual gain, build consensus through give and take
- A professional and businesslike appearance and demeanour
- A desire to be successful
- The ability to forecast accurately
- Strong written, verbal, and presentational skills
- Sound business acumen
- That you are a winner prepared to go the extra mile to be successful
- Education to University Degree level
- Willingness to travel extensively within territory
- 100% fluency in written and spoken English
Experience of selling in the East Africa region would be an additional advantage
Required - High School Diploma/GED
- English: Fluent
Preferred IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. All candidates should apply directly on the website, kindly follow the link below to apply online https://jobs3.netmedia1.com/cp/job_summary.jsp?job_id=S_D-0411270 |
| IM Tech Sales Jobs in Kenya - IBM Posted: 08 Jul 2011 08:06 AM PDT 
Job description
IBM Software Group (SWG) is almost a company in its own right, the second largest software business in the world. It has around 37,000 employees, the world's largest direct software sales force of 10,000, 30 software labs, 24 on demand software centres and 14,000 employees dedicated to open software technologies.
IBM Software Group offers the on demand operating infrastructure environment with a wide range of middleware for all types of computing platforms.
SWG supports the hundreds of thousands of customers worldwide who rely on IBM mainframes, mid-range processors, personal computers and global networks to conduct e-commerce, collaboration and content hosting. SWG offerings span over five major brands: Information Management, Lotus, Tivoli, WebSphere and Rational.
Information Management (IM) software helps customers manage business data and support operational and analytic applications with powerful data servers. It provides real-time access to business information and an enterprise-wide view of their critical business data.
As the IM Technical Professional you will work with the Account Executive team to provide technical sales support in sales/product presentations, product positioning and product demonstration.
Building proof-of-concept applications based on customer requirements you will demonstrate the feasibility of the application, often requiring rapid prototyping. You will be required to provide product evaluation support, product installation, application prototyping and benchmarks, as well as providing post sales support training, problem diagnosis, escalation and resolution.
The successful applicant will have the ability to grasp new technology and be up to date with new versions/releases and products with little training. The person this role will suit is a strong team player who can be given a task and complete the task with little or no guidance. You will be experienced in taking the time to understand the problem and find the solution in the most creative way possible.
Skills Required: - Strong understanding of database, database tools, data governance concepts and technologies.
- Business oriented, capable of understanding customer issues and linking business to technology, building strong ROI and business justification for investment.
- Good presentation skills, strong objection handling.
- Understand the requirements of a project from scoping, expectation
- setting, requirements gathering, working with services teams, preparing the right offer for the customer.
- Ability to communicate with C-Level
Desired Career Experience: - 5-10 years in customer facing technical role
- Knowledge of sales cycle
- Worked with database technology (Oracle, DB2, Informix, MS-SQL, Sybase, ……)
Desired Education: - B.Sc in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering
- Fluent English and Arabic language, French is an advantage
Experience of selling in the East Africa region would be an additional advantage
Required - High School Diploma/GED
- English: Fluent
Preferred IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. All candidates should apply directly on the website, kindly follow the link below to apply online: https://jobs3.netmedia1.com/cp/job_summary.jsp?job_id=S_D-0411276 |
| Lotus Technical Sales Specialist Job in Kenya - IBM Posted: 08 Jul 2011 07:55 AM PDT 
Job Description
IBM Software Group (SWG) is the world's second largest software business.
It provides the widest range of middleware in the industry. SWG supports the hundreds of thousands of customers worldwide who rely on IBM mainframes, mid-range processors, personal computers and global networks to conduct e-commerce, collaboration and content hosting.
SWG offerings span over five major brands: DB2, Lotus, Tivoli, WebSphere and Rational.
Essential Job Functions
The successful individual will be a technical professional who is self-motivated, with drive and a strategic focus
As the Lotus Technical Sales Specialist for IBM Africa; - You will be responsible for providing and presenting technical and business information for all IBM Lotus Solution offerings to all buying influences in any organisation.
- With your comprehensive knowledge of the Lotus offerings, you will lead large and/or complex opportunities as well as winning the business in both competitive and non-competitive environment.
- Responsible for leading larger and/or key customers opportunities
- Provide support to sales objectives and strategies for the Lotus business as well as work closely with the Channels Team to develop a strong and reliable Business Partner Ecosystems.
- Maintain an in-depth knowledge of the competitions' offerings, strategies, and plans – subsequently effectively differentiating IBM Lotus offerings from competitive alternatives and creates customer preference for IBM Lotus offerings.
- Effectively and proficiently describe functionality, provide details as to product features, competitive analysis, demonstrating, installing and supporting IBM Lotus products to ensure a technical win is obtained.
- Responsible for analyzing sales prospects' requirements and presenting the technical information necessary for prospects to successfully implement Portal, Messaging & Collaboration solutions.
- Creating and delivering proof of concepts and/or prototypes that map the features/benefits of IBM Lotus solutions to prospects' specific needs.
- Provide on going technical support to well qualified prospects conducting evaluations. This may include training, programming of examples, third party software integration, trouble-shooting and best practices consulting.
- Provides product feedback from customers.
- Grow consulting &/or develop revenue through additional service during consulting assignments by finding new opportunities for self and peers.
Required Skills and Competencies - Broad technical skills, with knowledge of at least one product from Portal, Mashups, Messaging & Collaboration Products ( IBM Lotus Portal, Lotus Domino, Lotus Quikr, or Oracle Enterprise Content Manager, Lotus Quickr, Lotus Forms).
- Lotus Notes and Domino are ideal
- Ability to lead or guide customers meetings while translating and presenting the customer's business pains in (technical) solutions in clear and concise solutions briefings
- Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills in English. French and Arabic are advantageous.
Preferred skills - Demonstrated presentation, solution selling, written and oral communication skills
Required - High School Diploma/GED
- At least 1 year experience in in implementing Portal and Mashups or Messaging and Collaboration solutions
- At least 1 year experience in implementing min. 1 product from Portal, Mashups, Messaging and Collaboration Products ( IBM Lotus Portal, Lotus Domino, Lotus Quikr, or Oracle Enterprise Content Manager, Lotus Quickr, Lotus Forms)
- At least 1 year experience in in SW Solutions architecture design
- English: Fluent
Preferred - Bachelor's Degree
- At least 3 years experience in in implementing Portal and Mashups or Messaging and Collaboration solutions
- At least 3 years experience in implementing min. 1 product from Portal, Mashups, Messaging and Collaboration Products ( IBM Lotus Portal, Lotus Domino, Lotus Quikr, or Oracle Enterprise Content Manager, Lotus Quickr, Lotus Forms)
- At least 2 years experience in in SW Solutions architecture design
IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. All candidates should apply directly on the website, kindly follow the link below to apply online: https://jobs3.netmedia1.com/cp/job_summary.jsp?job_id=S_D-0411281 |
| IBM Recruitment Partner Job vacancy in Uganda Posted: 08 Jul 2011 07:54 AM PDT 
Job description
This role is responsible for all recruiting and staffing programs and activities related to the attraction, selection, hiring and on-boarding of talent into IBM as well as partnering with IBM managers to help build a workforce with those critical skills needed to move the business forward.
This role will also be responsible for ensuring talent processes comply with appropriate business controls or initiating/maintaining immigration statuses. Individuals in this role will may also serve as a team lead in providing work direction, and also guiding key stakeholders on various processes and acting as a point of escalation for Recruitment.
Required - High School Diploma/GED
- At least 3 years experience in End to end Recruitment life cycle in a corporate environment
- At least 2 years experience in End to end Recruitment in a client facing capacity within an agency / service provider environment
- At least 3 years experience in Client service and results driven with an affinity for meeting targets and reporting on progress
- At least 3 years experience in e-Recruitment Tool management
- At least 3 years experience in Recruitment risk mitigation with a deep understanding of processes
- English: Fluent
Preferred - Bachelor's Degree
- At least 4 years experience in End to end Recruitment life cycle in a corporate environment
- At least 3 years experience in End to end Recruitment in a client facing capacity within an agency / service provider environment
- At least 4 years experience in Client service and results driven with an affinity for meeting targets and reporting on progress
- At least 4 years experience in e-Recruitment Tool management
- At least 4 years experience in Recruitment risk mitigation with a deep understanding of processes
IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. All candidates should apply directly on the website, kindly follow the link below to apply online: https://jobs3.netmedia1.com/cp/job_summary.jsp?job_id=S_D-0415993 |
| Executive Officer Job in mombasa Kenya - Coast Branch Posted: 08 Jul 2011 07:52 AM PDT 
An Umbrella Organization in the tourism industry would like to recruit a committed Executive Officer based at the Coast Branch.
The incumbent's core mission is to represent the organization at the Coastal Region under the direction of the Chief Executive Officer.
Principal Accountabilities: - Lobbying government and the private sector.
- Marketing the association and recruitment of new members.
- Conducting comprehensive industry surveys.
Minimum Qualifications: - Holder of a University Degree preferably in Business Administration, Law, Public Policy, or Communication.
- Post graduate degree or training will be an added advantage.
- At least three years work experience in a senior management position.
- Knowledge of the Hospitality industry.
- Strong Computer and Office Management skills.
- Advanced Computer skills.
- Excellent Communication and Interpersonal skills
- Leadership skills.
- Capacity to lobby various stakeholders on industry matters
Send your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with the Association; 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 25th July 2011 to DNA... 1027 P.O Box 49010 - 00100 GPO Nairobi.  |
| Emergency & Relief Logistics, Regional Manager Jobs in Nairobi Kenya Posted: 08 Jul 2011 07:51 AM PDT 
A leading international logistics company seeks to recruit a dynamic and self motivated individual to the position of Regional Manager, Emergency & Relief Logistics to be based in Nairobi and will be reporting to the National Seafreight Manager.
Responsibilities & Duties - Manage Local and regional development of the E&R product.
- To ensure that all Emergency & Relief logistics activities in the region are conducted in compliance to the guidelines /processes outlined in the UN global forwarding agreement.
- Develop strategies for increasing revenues while expanding the Company's market share.
- To fully co-operate with Kuehne + Nagel offices globally.
- Regional key account responsibility for the UN.
- Develop and maintain relationships with the various UN agencies operating in the region.
- Monitor and control cross-functional activities to ensure provision of optimal service levels.
- Prepare regular qualitative and quantitative reports (on a quarterly basis).
- Assist in preparation and submission of quotations/tender.
- Develop relationships with relevant service providers and third party contractors.
- Monitor key local and regional strategic projects.
- Ensure staff compliance with Company policies, rules and regulations
Requirements: - A holder of at least a Masters degree in Business Management/Administration
- Minimum 5 years experience in the Freight Industry & Logistics
- Must have outstanding leadership, planning and negotiation skills
- Must be a team player and ready to work long hours and be ready to respond to work-related issues at all times
- Computer Literate with excellent communication skills and a team player
- Independent & systematic skills with open mind.
If you meet the above requires, Please send your application complete with CV's, passport photograph, testimonials, referees and daytime telephone contact to by 22nd July 2011: DN/A 1028 P.O. Box 49010, GPO 00100-Nairobi  |
| Technical Managerand HR & Admin Manager Jobs in Kenya - Meru Water and Sewerage Services Posted: 08 Jul 2011 07:47 AM PDT 
Meru Water and Sewerage Services (Registered Trustees) hereby invite applications from suitably qualified, highly experienced professionals with excellent credentials to fill the following positions.
Human Resource & Administration Manager
Overall purpose of the Job
Reporting to the General Manager, the officer will be responsible for the effectively manage, coordinate, and administer all HR functions and policies relating to employees so as to ensure peaceful industrial relations and enhanced productivity utilization of resources, quality office services and effective office management.
Core Duties and Responsibilities - Developing and implementing HR strategy to meet the institution's objectives
- Developing, implementing, and monitoring HR policies and procedures to enhance performance.
- Leading and implementing the management development programs that attracts, nurtures and retain talents
- Developing and leading manpower planning
- Ensuring a high performance culture is embedded
- Leading and managing employee relations
- Leading the planning and implementation of change initiatives and programmes
- Managing payroll, workforce administration and Human Resource system
- Preparing timely and accurate reports and distributing to appropriate users
- Ensuring effective control of consumable materials as per approved procedures
- Ensuring security, maintenance and safety of Trust assets
- Ensuring timely registration and renewal of various statutory requirements.
Qualifications and experience: - A Bachelor's degree in any discipline
- Postgraduate Diploma in human resources management
- At least 5 years working experience in a service utility firm
- Membership to a relevant professional body
- Good public relations, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Experience in labour laws, procedures and policies
- Ability to interpret, find solutions and communicate employee concerns
- Ability to maintain professionalism and keep a breast in emerging trends in HRM.
- Excellent computer skills
- 35 years of age and above
Technical Manager
Overall purpose of the Job
Reporting to the General Manager, you will plan, direct, co-ordinate, control and manage the firm's operations and maintenance of infrastructure in order to supply water and sewerage services to the required standards and in compliance with the firm's policy while meeting cost and surpass targets.
Key Assignments: - Developing and reviewing departmental policies, strategies and action plans that are in keeping with overall mission and objectives of MEWASS.
- Co-ordinating of rehabilitation, augmentation and extension works on the water supply and sewerage infrastructure.
- Producing and supplying high quality water to domestic, commercial, institutional and industrial customers in an effective and efficient manner and in compliance with the legal as well as firm's provisions.
- Proper collection, treatment and disposal of sewerage in accordance with legal and firm's provisions and at minimal costs.
- Developing a customer focus to provision of services.
- Managing the firm's assets through effective maintenance and repairs, installation and replacement as well as undertaking technical audits.
- Preparing comprehensive departmental reports, including engineering budgets to facilitate decision-making.
- Responsible for developing of departmental staff through supervision, appraising and identifying their training and development needs.
Requirements and desired skills: - B. Sc holder in Civil or Water Engineering from a recognized university and preferably registered by the Engineer's Registration Board (ERB) and/or member of Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK)
- Minimum 8 years experience in successful operation and maintenance of water supply and sewerage infrastructure and having demonstrated high standard of professional competence and administrative ability.
- Computer literacy a must, including use of relevant engineering software.
- 35 years of age and above.
Attractive remuneration package commensurate with the above qualification and experience requirements will be offered to the successful applicant. Application: Interested and suitably qualified candidates should send their Hard copy applications along with copies of their academic and professional certificates stating salary expectations, accompanied by detailed CV, telephone contact, e-mail address and three (2) referees to the General Manager to reach by 25th July, 2011. Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. The General Manager Meru Water and Sewerage Services P.O. Box 859, 60200 Meru  |
| Deputy Principal (Administration, Planning and Finance) Job in Kenya - Karatina University College Posted: 08 Jul 2011 07:44 AM PDT 
Karatina University College
(A Constituent College of Moi University)
Vacancy Re-Advertisement
Deputy Principal (Administration, Planning and Finance)
Scale 16 (xvi)
ADM/07/01/2011
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the indicated post.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Deputy Principal (Administration, Planning and Finance) will be the principal assistant to the University College Principal in the areas of Administration, Planning and Finance.
The Deputy Principal Administration, Planning and Finance shall be the head of Administration, Planning and Finance division and shall be responsible for human resource, administrative, financial, and infrastructural and development matters.
The successful candidate shall be responsible for ensuring that the Administration, Planning and Finance Department operate effectively and efficiently in line with the vision and the mission of the University College.
Qualifications and experience:
The Applicants must: - Be a Professor or an Associate Professor with earned Ph.D who has at least six (6) years experience in senior academic and management positions in University sector or any other large institution with outstanding and internationally recognized scholarship record.
- Demonstrate competence in administrative and academic leadership in an academic/research environment
- Have a track record of success and performance characterized by visionary and strategic thought, rapid growth and service delivery as well as translation of ideas into value outputs.
- Have the capacity to motivate and influence staff, students and other stakeholders
- Demonstrate evidence of outstanding ability to communicate effectively and good interpersonal skills .
- Show good understanding of University functions and procedures coupled with a passion for the promotion of learning, excellence in teaching, research and innovation with the highest ethical standards, integrity and professionalism.
- Have skills, capacity and determination to initiate and facilitate the development of relevant and quality market and society driven academic programmes
- Have proven capacity to promote learning, teaching, research and development in a University setting.
- Have a good understanding of the national policies and strategies governing university education and training in Kenya.
- Have a broad awareness of the factors and conditions shaping the development of higher education in the country.
Terms and Conditions of Service The successful candidate will be offered a competitive remuneration package in accordance with existing terms and conditions of service. Employment will be on a five year performance-based contract and will be renewable once depending on performance and mutual agreement. How to apply Two (2) copies of applications should be submitted in writing together with an updated curriculum vitae giving details of applicant's age, marital status, academic and professional qualifications, working experience, present post and salary, telephone contact, names and addresses of three referees plus copies of certificates. This position was originally advertised in December 2010. Those who applied need not apply again. The reference number of the position applied for should be clearly indicated on the application letter. Qualified women candidates are encouraged to apply. Applications should be addressed to: Chairperson Karatina University College P.O. Box 45891-00100, Nairobi So as to reach him not later than Friday 15 July 2011. Applicants are advised to contact their referees and request them to send their letter of reference to the above address. The referees should write and send their recommendations under sealed envelope within two weeks from the date of this advertisement.  |
| Inter-Religious Council of Kenya - Program Officer and Project Officers Jobs in Kenya Posted: 08 Jul 2011 07:42 AM PDT 
The Inter-Religious Council of Kenya (IRCK) is a coalition of all faith communities in Kenya.
Working together, these faith communities seek to deepen interfaith dialogue and collaboration by mobilising the moral, social and spiritual assets of religious people for common action towards shared concerns.
To facilitate the implementation of various programs and projects, we wish to advertise the following positions within the organisation :
Position: Program Officer – Peace and Conflict Transformation
Duty Station: 50% Field; 50% Nairobi
Duration: 2 year contract with possibility of extension
Reports to: Executive Director
Role: Coordination of the organisation's projects in peace and conflict transformation
Key Responsibilities - Provide strategic leadership in the peace and conflict transformation program of IRCK.
- To develop project plans, schedules and budgets
- To coordinate and supervise field staff and operations
- To liaise with and build trust with national and local religious leaders for smooth projects implementation.
- To prepare and submit regular and periodic program reports to the program oversight and governance structures of IRCK.
- To prepare concept notes, proposals and other fundraising papers for consideration.
Qualifications and essential attributes - Bachelor's degree in social sciences or peace studies with post graduate training with over 8 years experience in any of the areas of interfaith work, diplomacy, peacebuilding, conflict analysis or training.
- Strong program management skills and experience.
- Experience working with child protection issues
- Good interpersonal skills and experience in field staff management.
- Experience in participatory research or program monitoring and evaluation experience.
- Experience in working with communities in northern Kenya is an added advantage
- Experience of working with faith communities, ecumenical or interfaith bodies will be an added advantage
Position: Project Officer - Research and Analysis
Duty Station: Marsabit Town with frequent travel throughout Marsabit County
Duration: 15 months contract
Reports to: Program Officer – Peace and Conflict Transformation
Role: Research and analysis advise, design and implementation.
Key Responsibilities - To develop and implement methods and tools for conflict analyses and research that are tailored to the project context, resources and needs.
- To plans research topics relevant to project objectives
- To gathers materials and documents experiences and lessons learned that could further be used to enhance the organisation's activities.
- In cooperation with the Program Officer – Peace and Conflict Transformation, to prepare periodical and/or ad hoc conflict analysis reports, in order to inform the project's field engagement.
Qualifications and essential attributes - Bachelor's degree in social sciences or peace studies with post graduate training with over 5 years experience in peacebuilding, conflict analysis or training.
- Post-graduate training or experience in research including development and supervision of participatory research.
- Experience in working with nomadic communities in northern Kenya
- Ability to speak in any of the local languages of Borana, Gabbra, Rendille, Turkana or Samburu.
- Knowledge or experience of working with faith communities will be an
added advantage Position: Project Officer – Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning
Duty Station: Marsabit Town with frequent travel throughout Marsabit County
Duration: 15 months contract
Reports to: Program Officer – Peace and Conflict Transformation
Role - Monitoring and evaluation of program/project activities
- Documentation of results
- Sharing and learning with field, partners and headquarter staff
Key Responsibilities - To facilitate the development and implementation of monitoring, evaluation, reporting and learning (MERL) frameworks of project activities.
- Generate monthly and periodical reports to the partners, program oversight committee and other organs.
- To facilitate the development of monitoring, evaluation, reporting and learning tools.
- To facilitate community participatory planning, monitoring and evaluation of projects.
- To carry out continuous monitoring of project activities.
- To coordinate planned evaluations of projects activities and results.
Qualifications and essential attributes - Bachelor's degree in social sciences or peace studies with post graduate training with over 5 years experience in program monitoring, evaluation and documentation.
- Experience in working with nomadic communities in northern Kenya is an added advantage.
- Ability to speak in any of the local languages of Borana, Gabbra, Rendille, Turkana or Samburu.
- Knowledge or experience of working with faith communities will be an added advantage.
- Excellent IT Skills
Application process Interested candidates are expected to make applications to jobs@interreligiouscouncil.or.ke by 13th July, 2011. Applicants are expected to send a cover letter and CV in PDF format as attachment to the email forwarding the application. The cover letter, addressed to the Executive Director, should clearly indicate the position they are applying for. Only applications received at the above email address by the end of the applications date will be considered. Those who do not meet the requisite qualifications need not apply. IRCK will only respond to shortlisted candidates. Canvassing will automatically disqualify those involved  |
| Save the Children Canada - Economic Empowerment Project Officer Job in Meru Kenya Posted: 08 Jul 2011 07:41 AM PDT 
Save the Children Canada works in 37 countries around the world to deliver child rights programs. Established in Kenya in 1984, we are a member of Save the Children International, the world's leading independent organization for children.
Job Purpose
The HIV pandemic is a powerful contributing factor to the economic impoverishment of families and subsequently to poor life outcomes for children and young people in Kenya.
The Economic Empowerment Project Officer will give oversight to a new project aiming to enhance the livelihoods of youth and caregivers from HIV affected households. In addition, young people will gain increased self reliance through formal education support, vocational training and reduced HIV infections.
Based in Meru the Project Officer is responsible to collaborate with local implementing partners and beneficiaries to successfully manage this 3 year Economic Empowerment project.
Key Accountabilities
The Project Officer holds responsibility to effectively manage resources and project implementation to achieve the expected outcomes and deliverables. A crucial aspect is technical assistance and support to community based organizations and beneficiaries and creating linkages with other resources in the region.
Principle components are agricultural inputs, market linkages, entrepreneurial skills development and microfinance services leading to income generation. Individual capacity building will be effected through education support. An underpinning theme is the fundamental work to prevent HIV infections. The Project Officer will be principal liaison with local authorities, prepare high quality reports on time and supply best practises for iterative learning. Essential Qualifications - At least 5 years implementing economic development projects, 3 of which are in a field management capacity
- Excellent proven project management skills
- Deep knowledge of rural economic development issues in Kenya, particularly gender equity and the impact of HIV and AIDS
- Masters degree in relevant field preferred; else Bachelors plus equivalent work experience
Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours - Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills with proven ability to work independently and achieve results at scale. Excellent spoken and written English and Swahili.
- Self-starter; takes ownership of deliverables and drives project results while building strong collaboration with and regularly seeking input from partners and other project staff
- Manages through influence; deploys strong persuasive skills and motivates sustained partner enthusiasm to maintain collaboration towards common project goals while identifying with mission of SC
- Public speaking /representation abilities and knowledge of youth friendly approaches
Interested applicants meeting qualifications should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, three referees and day time telephone contact to kfo@sc-canada.or.ke or Box 27679-00506, Nyayo Stadium, Nairobi no later than 15 July, 2011  |
| Finance Manager Job Vacancy at Kenya Safari Lodges & Hotels Posted: 08 Jul 2011 07:37 AM PDT 
Kenya Safari Lodges & Hotels Ltd (KSLH) is a renowned key player in the Kenya Tourism sector and is committed to continued improvement of its properties in unique locations.
KSLH is looking for a qualified, experienced and highly talented finance professional to join the team of senior management at corporate head quarters located at Mombasa Beach Hotel.
Reporting to the General Manager, the Finance Manager, will be in charge of the overall accounting and financial management functions of the company.
The job holder's role will include the following:
Key Result Areas - Formulate and implement best practice financial management strategies, policies and accounting systems. Participate in developing long-term corporate strategy and business plans.
- Provide guidance and expertise in formulation of forward budgets and cash flow projections for the units and the group. Organize and coordinate reviewing of performance against these.
- Direct, oversee and coordinate the work of Unit Accountants to ensure accurate and timely preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial
- statements.
- Review and interpret the Units' and the Group's trading reports and financial statements. Advise senior management and the Board on all financial matters including capital commitments and investment plans of the group.
- Develop and implement cost rationalization strategies to ensure reduction of overall operating costs.
- Serve as champion and link person to senior management of KSLH for purposes of Performance Contract planning, negotiating, monitoring, evaluation and reporting.
- Train and develop accounting staff to ensure financial management functions and responsibilities are effectively and efficiently discharged to enhance financial integrity and safeguard company assets.
Qualifications, competencies and experience: - Bachelor of Commerce (accounting/finance option) or business related degree
- Professional accounting qualifications (CPA (K), ACCA, ACA, CIMA).
- Member of a professional body in good standing
- Strong computer skills (MS Office); hands-on capabilities with common hotel software (FIDELIO FO, F & B MICROS & POS, SUN-MICROS back office accounting system or similar ERP application)
- 10 years track record in hotel/tourism or related services industry three (3) of which must be at a senior financial management/leadership role.
- Hotel operations and systems expertise advantageous.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, interpersonal and communication skills. Outstanding problem solving and report writing skills. Self-driven with high level of integrity
- Demonstrated practical knowledge of public sector financial management regulations and practices
If you believe you are the right candidate for this position and demonstrate that your knowledge, skills, abilities and work experience match the criteria above, please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating current position, current remuneration package, email and telephone contacts to the address shown below. To be considered you application must be received by close of business on Tuesday 19 July 2011. Only short listed applicants will be contacted. General Manager (KSLH), P.O Box 90414-80100, Mombasa Email: vacancy kenya-safari.co.ke  |
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