Saturday, August 25, 2012

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kenya's hot jobs

Finance Specialist Job in Nairobi Kenya at CNFA

Posted: 25 Aug 2012 03:11 AM PDT


CNFA is a Washington, DC - based, non - partisan, not - for - profit international development organization dedicated to stimulating sustainable economic growth and to reducing poverty around the world by nurturing entrepreneurship, agricultural enterprises and market linkages. 

Applications are invited from qualified candidates to serve as theFinance Specialist for a USAID funded program based in Nairobi, covering North East Province and Tana River District. 

The successful candidate will serve a fixed term contract to June 6th 2013.

General Responsibilities

The Finance Specialist will be responsible for overall project finances; will develop the project's financial plan, including monitoring and reporting systems that meet the funders requirements; and will manage contracting activities. 

This individual will serve as the primary communication link on financial, administrative, and agreement compliance matters as they relate to our programs in Kenya and with our partners, sub grantees, and funding agencies.

Primary duties and responsibilities
  • Advising project staff and sub grantees on federal grant requirements and providing training on financial management and record keeping, new systems, and policies. 
  • Ensuring compliance with donor and organizational requirements. 
  • Managing financial and regulatory aspects of US federal and project relationships.
  • Overseeing the day-to-day monitoring of financial activities,human resources, subcontracting, and consultant procedures.
  • Working with the Senior Vice President for Operations and Compliance, the Chief of Party and technical staff to develop and coordinate the annual work plan with the budgeting process with partners and staff in compliance with federal and foundation regulations.
  • In coordination with CNFA's Headquarters, overseeing the project accounting and financial management system to ensure that the financial planning, monitoring, and reporting needs of federal and foundation, the Country Directors, and partners can be met in a comprehensive and timely manner. 
  • Providing appropriate information, advice, and technical assistance to partners on project-related financial, administrative, and compliance issues including: 
  1. Clear guidance on financial reporting requirements and feedback on monthly budget monitoring and reporting;  
  2. Financial and compliance prequalification of reviews of potential local partners, 
  3. Coordinating receipt of appropriate audit reports, review, and follow up of audit findings, 
  • Guidance on all aspects of agreement compliance issues including procurement, property administration, and amendment processes. 
  • Supervising project procurement and inventory functions, ensuring that such procurements comply with federal requirements. 
  • Managing systems to monitor financial and grants management needs, and training staff to use the system. 
  • Regularly visits project sites as well as the sub-contractor offices in those districts slated for intervention.
  • Ensures that appropriate security procedures and roles are followed by the project staff. 
  • Supervising and coordinating effective close down of project at end date.
Qualifications

Education: Bachelors and Masters degree in business field and CPA/ACCA/CA qualification is required.

Work Experience: A minimum of ten (10) years of progressive experience in senior management position with at least five (5) years in management of USAID funded project- finances.

Languages: Fluency in oral and written English and Kiswahili.

Interested candidates may submit resume and cover letter to jobs@cnfakenya.org by Monday, 3rd September 2012.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted. 

CNFA is an "equal opportunities" employer.
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Accountant Job in Kenya at Oxford University Press (OUP)

Posted: 25 Aug 2012 03:10 AM PDT


Oxford University Press (OUP), the largest University Press in the world, is a department of the University of Oxford. 

It furthers the University's objective of excellence in research, scholarship, and education by publishing worldwide. 

OUP EA Ltd., a market leader in Educational Publishing, seeks to recruit anAccountant who is passionate, focused and self-d riven.
 
Key Responsibilities
 
Fixed assets management
  • Maintain the company's assets recording system for all capital assets
  • Ensure all fixed assets are properly labelled or tagged
  • Reconcile the fixed assets register to the general ledger
  • Prepare timely asset management reports
Stock management
  • Ensure stock movements are correctly picked up in the system and analysed appropriately
  • Carry out stock reconciliation exercise on a daily basis
  • Prepare monthly stock depreciation schedule and recognize any charges to the profit and loss account
Bank reconciliation
  • Prepare bank reconciliations for all Company accounts
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Bachelor of Commerce degree — Accounting or Finance option plus CPA II
  • At least five years relevant work experience
  • Good knowledge of SAP and SUN systems a must
  • Highly organized, professional and analytical
  • Positive attitude and sound work ethics
Interested candidates who meet the above criteria are encouraged to send their application letters and detailed CVs to hr@oxford.co.ke not later than 7th September 2012. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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Jobs in Kenya at Base Titanium Limited OHS Officer, Mobile Crane Operator and Project Employee Relations Facilitator

Posted: 25 Aug 2012 03:09 AM PDT


Base Titanium Limited, the Kenyan subsidiary of the Australian company, Base Resources Limited, is developing the globally significant Kwale Mineral Sands Project about 50km south of Mombasa. 

The project is now funded and construction commenced in the 3rd quarter of 2011. 

Production is scheduled to start during the second half of 2013.

Base is a creative resource company that places a strong emphasis on being part of the community in which it operates and on attracting and developing good people. 

Kwale is the first large mining development in Kenya since 1911 and represents an exciting opportunity for high performing candidates seeking to be part of the successful development of the project. 

Pragmatic and pro-active candidates with strong integrity and who work well in a team environment are encouraged to apply.
 
OHS Officer
Ref: HR/1/8

Reporting to the Occupational Health & Safety Manager, the OHS Officer will be responsible for training staff and contractors in matters relating to Occupational Health and Safety as well as assisting with the implementation and follow-up with participants post training.up to date advice OH& S matters for a fixed term of twelve months during construction and commissioning.
 
Key accountabilities include:
  • Conduct safety related inductions.
  • Prepare training reports.
  • Providing OHS information to the employees, contractors and visitors.
  • Collate and enter safety inspection reports into central data bases.
Qualifications and experience:
 
The ideal candidate will:
  • Hold a tertiary qualification. Proven experience in lieu of a tertiary qualification will be considered.
  • Have 5 years' experience in a similar role.
  • Be familiar with the legislative and statutory requirements of OH&S.
  • Possess good oral and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrate an ability to work in a challenging environment with a multinational workforce with minimal supervision and high ethical standards.
  • Possess good computer skills.
  • Have ability to work in a team.
  • Hold a valid driving licence.
Mobile Crane Operator

Ref: HR/2/8
  • Have at least a D in KCSE;
  • Hold a certificate of competence issued by a recognized institution certifying his competence in operating a mobile hydraulic crane.
  • Have at least 10 years' experience in operating hydraulic mobile cranes, of which at least 5 must be on a crane with a rated capacity of 50 tonnes or more
  • Be committed to high Health and Safety standards
  • Be committed to on time job completion
  • Be prepared to work shifts or extended hours if necessary
  • Hold a valid B,C,D,E driving license.
  • Be able to drive and operate a heavy truck with a Hiab crane;
  • Experience in mobile telescopic all terrain forklifts (Manitou or similar)
  • Ability to write reports and develop load plans, if required and together with others.
  • Have basic mechanical knowledge of crane maintenance.
  • Possess good oral and written communication skill.
Be familiar with legislative and statutory requirements in Kenya with regards to mobile cranes, lifting, working at heights, etc. 

This position is for a fixed term of twelve months during construction and commissioning.

Project Employee Relations Facilitator
2 Positions
Ref: HR/3
 
Under supervision of the HR Manager, The Employee Relations Facilitator will be the first point of contact for SML Contractors/Kinondo registration users to provide information and support on employee relations issues and to help ensure a fair and consistent approach to organizational policies and procedures, thus promoting a positive ER culture within the business, whilst minimizing risks.

This position is for a fixed term of twelve months during construction and commissioning.

Key Responsibilities:
  • To under guidance of the HR Manager provide support in delegated matters relating to employee relations.
  • To facilitate effective case management of people related issues as assigned.
  • To assist in the maintenance of relationships with the business to promote good employee relations across the organization.
  • Monitoring trends in employment practices for appropriate proactive action.
  • Ensuring consistency in employment practices and the employee experience throughout the Project phase.
  • Ensuring adherence to ER policy, procedure, and practices, influencing appropriate stakeholders to resolution and escalating issues to management and internal partners as appropriate.
  • Facilitation of constructive dialogue and resolution of workplace conflict.
  • Mitigating risk to the organization in resolving ER related issues.
  • Conducting internal investigation of ethics line complaints and other types of internal investigations requiring appropriate handling as needed.
  • Ensuring consistent interpretation and application of employment policy and practice in all aspects of the employment relationship.
  • Assist in ER case handling as assigned by the HR Manager.
  • Undertake periodic LRIMP and Contractor compliance audits.
Skills Required / Desired:
  • A degree in a business related/social science field.
  • A higher Diploma in Human Resources Management.
  • At least 6 years continuous HR generalist working experience, 3 of which should be in an ER role.
  • Excellent communication/presentation skills and ability to effectively communicate with all levels of management and across all functional areas.
  • Competent IT skills.
  • Good knowledge of Kenyan employment law, International best Practice.
  • Experience in working with Employee Councils in un-unionized employment will be an added advantage.
  • Knowledge of ER procedures and processes,extensive employee relations investigation experience.
  • Previous working experience in a multi-cultural, fast paced work environment is desirable.
  • Ability to work well in a fast-paced, team-oriented, multi-cultural environment.
  • Consistent demonstration of ownership and accountability (driven to 'do the right thing')
Eligible applicants must submit a Curriculum Vitae with a cover letter, copy of Identity Card, copies of qualifications and three traceable references for the attention of the Human Resources Manager, clearly stating the position applied for and the reference number to:
 
Email: recruitment@basetitanium.com
 
Applications must be received on or before 31st August 2012. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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