Tuesday, June 26, 2012

Administrative Assistant Job in Kenya


Our client is looking for an Administrative Assistant.

This is a high pressure part time position on a as needed basis where results will be expected and compensated. Pay is negotiable.

Although anyone ( Men & Women) is open to apply the suggested candidate would be a college student or a young job seeker who is open to last minute change of plan scenarios.
We are not looking for a YES person rather an entrepreneurial minded street savvy, self driven go getter.

These are the 6 key things that we are looking for and will go to details when we get the right candidate.
  1. Communication Skills
  2. Organizational Skills
  3. Time Management Skills
  4. Dependability and Reliability
  5. Confidentiality
  6. Customer or Client Service Orientation
To apply, candidates should send their applications and CVs to Janta Kenya on email: jantakenya@gmail.com and indicate Administrative Assistant on the subject line.
 
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Writing Jobs in Kenya


Urgent UAW article writers needed
Please only apply if you have experience and can start immediately.    
elico2000@gmail.com
 
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Development Sales Manager Job in Kenya


Development Sales Manager

Department: Sales

Reports to: Sales Director

Job Objective:
  1. Responsible for the development and performance of all sales    activities in assigned market.
  2. Directs a sales team and provides leadership towards the    achievement of maximum profitability and growth in line with company vision and values.
  3. Establishes plans and strategies to expand the customer base in     the marketing area.
  4. Maintains key relationships with company clients, banks and all  institutions that have property investment plans.
Responsibilities:
  • Develops a business plan and sales strategy for the market that   ensures attainment of company sales goals and profitability.
  • Responsible for the performance and development of the team.
  • Prepares action plans for effective search of sales leads and prospects.
  • Developing initiatives to develop new leads and increase sales for the company
  • Initiates and coordinates development of action plans to penetrate new markets.
  • Assists in the implementation of marketing plans as needed.
  • Conducts one-on-one review with team to build more effective communications.
  • Provides timely feedback to senior management regarding performance.
  • Provides timely & accurate reviews from consumers on all development properties.
  • Maintains accurate records of all pricings, sales, and activity reports submitted by team.
  • Creates and conducts proposal presentations.
  • Oversee proper classification of all sales documents and maintains detailed reports on each sales project.
  • Adheres to all company policies, procedures and business ethics codes and ensures that they are communicated and implemented within the team.
Relationships and Roles:
  • Insures that all team members meet or exceed all activity standards for prospecting calls, appointments, presentations, proposals and closes.
  • Delegates authority and responsibility with accountability and follow-up.
  • Sets examples for team in areas of personal character, commitment, organizational and selling skills, and work habits.
  • Maintains contact with all clients in the market area to ensure high levels of client satisfaction.
  • Demonstrates ability to interact and cooperate with all company employees.
Job Specifications:
  • 3-5 years of experience in sales management.
  • Proven leadership and ability to drive sales teams - must have a natural talent for sales.
  • Strong understanding of customer and market dynamics and requirements.
To apply for this position send your CV to recruitment@workforceassociates.net on or before 29th
June 2012.indicate    development sales manager   on subject.
 
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Project Manager Jobs in Kenya - Savannah Innovations Africa


Savannah Innovations Africa (SIA) is a project management consultancy firm mainly serving the financial services sector based in Kenya. 
We are seeking Senior Project managers /Project managers as follows:

Project Manager

The Project Manager has the responsibility for defining, planning and ensuring that a project is successfully completed on time, within budget, and at an acceptable level of quality. 
He/she manages day-to-day tasks and provides direction to team members performing work on a Medium project which is:
  • business critical project of medium size and complexity, or
  • a major workstream of a large and complex project, or
  • two smaller, less complex, projects
Requirements
  • Must have at least 3 years experience in Project Management preferably  in Financial Services or IT
  • Certification in PMI or PRINCE2  is an added advantage
  • Please send your applications to pm@savannahinnovations.com by 16th July 2012
Senior Project Manager

Responsible for
  • Large, business critical or technically complex project, or
  • the overall management of a major component of a programme of business change, or
  • the concurrent direction, planning and control of 3 smaller, less complex projects.
Requirement
  • Must have at least 6 years experience in Project management  preferably in the Financial services or IT
  • Certification in PMI or PRINCE2 is an added advantage
Please send your applications to pm@savannahinnovations.com by 16th July 2012 

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Tdh Child Protection Project Manager Job in Kenya


Terre des hommes Foundation (Tdh) is an international NGO focussed on Child Rights. To support the development of its Child Protection programme in Garissa County, Tdh is encouraging applications from Kenyan nationals for the role of:

Child Protection Project Manager 
(1 position)

Reporting to: Child Protection Programme Manager
Duty station: Dadaab, Garissa County
Contract duration: 12 months (with 3-month probation period)

Main responsibilities:
  • To be responsible, under the supervision of the Child Protection Programme Manager, for all aspects of the implementation of the Child Protection project in Dadaab refugee complex-
  • To manage, mentor and train a team of CP professionals and community workers.
  • To coordinate with the project psychosocial counsellor to ensure regular assessment of project needs and adequate follow up of extremely vulnerable cases.
  • To develop collaboration with the local authorities such as the District Children Officer, other partners and services in order to establish a proper child protection referral system.
Requirements:
  • Minimum diploma-level education in related field.
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in projects supporting children (social work, child protection, psychosocial, education, etc.).
  • Experience working in a refugee context and knowledge of BID is a plus.
  • Team management experience (10-20 subordinates).
  • Project reporting and evaluation experience.
  • Fluency in English and Kiswahili. Ability to communicate in Somali is a plus.
Application modalities:

Qualified and interested candidates should submit a covering letter, CV, references, and copies of academic and professional certificates. 
Applications should be addressed to the Child Protection Program Manager and submitted to:

Terre des hommes, P.O Box 13668 - 00800 Westlands, Nairobi, Kenya
Tdh Office in Garissa

They can also be emailed to cppm.ke@tdh.ch

Closing date for this positions is 4th July 2012.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a written test and interview.

Tdh’s recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to protect children’s rights, which includes the prevention of all forms of child abuse.

Tdh is an equal opportunity employer.
 Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
 
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Tdh Database officer Job in Kenya


Terre des hommes Foundation (Tdh) is an international NGO focused on Child Rights. 
To support the development of its Child Protection programme in Garissa County, Tdh is encouraging applications from Kenyan nationals for the role of:

Database officer

Reporting to: Child Protection Project Manager
Duty station: Modogashe, Garissa county
Contract duration: 12 months (with 3-month probation period)

Main responsibilities:
  • Coordinates the development, follow-up and improvement of data collection tools and the database in support to protection activities.
  • Support to all M&E exercises with data record tools and development of data analysis reports.
  • Updating of case management database and other M&E tools.
  • Training and support to child protection team in handling of the data forms.
Requirements:
  • Diploma in IT management.
  • Strong knowledge and experience working with Excel, Access, SPSS and other Microsoft software.
  • Knowledge and experience with various statistic software and analysis.
  • Experience in data management and project monitoring and evaluation.
  • Project reporting and evaluation experience.
  • Fluency in English and Kiswahili. Ability to communicate in Somali is a plus.
  • Willingness to live at village level in main project sites.
Application modalities:

Qualified and interested candidates should submit a covering letter, CV, references, and copies of academic and professional certificates. Applications should be addressed to the Child Protection Program Manager:

Terre des hommes, P.O Box 13668 - 00800 Westlands, Nairobi, Kenya
Tdh Office in Garissa

They can also be emailed to cppm.ke@tdh.ch

Closing date for these positions is 4th July 2012.
Only those shortlisted will be contacted for interview a written test and interview.

Tdh’s recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to protect children’s rights, which includes the prevention of all forms of child abuse.

Tdh is an equal opportunity employer. 
Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
 
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Tdh Psychosocial Counselor Job in Kenya


Terre des hommes Foundation (Tdh) is an international NGO focussed on Child Rights. 
To support the development of its Child Protection programme in Garissa County, Tdh is encouraging applications from Kenyan nationals for the role of:

Psychosocial Counselor

Reporting to
: Child Protection Project Manager
Duty station: Modogashe, Garissa county
Contract duration: 12 months (with 3-month probation period)

Main responsibilities:
  • Implementation of case management activities and child protection training and awareness for various community groups in project sites.
  • To conduct psychological individual evaluations for vulnerable children and their families identified through Tdh Health and Child Protection projects.
  • To provide psychological support to selected vulnerable cases.
  • Supervision of social workers.
  • To train and support the Child Protection team members and develop basic knowledge and behaviour to conduct child friendly interviews and to identify vulnerable children and family members to be referred for further psychological assessment.
  • To train and support the Health Project team members and develop basic knowledge and behaviour to conduct child friendly interviews and care.
Requirements:
  • Minimum bachelor degree in psychology. Clinical experience is a plus.
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience as child psychologist.
  • Experience in case management; child protection and conducting of training.
  • Knowledge and experience in SGBV.
  • Strong experience in working with the community.
  • Project reporting and evaluation experience.
  • Fluency in English and Kiswahili. Ability to communicate in Somali is a plus.
  • Willingness to live at village level in main project sites.
Application modalities:

Qualified and interested candidates should submit a covering letter, CV, references, and copies of academic and professional certificates. 
Applications should be addressed to the Child Protection Program Manager:

Terre des hommes, P.O Box 13668 - 00800 Westlands, Nairobi, Kenya
Tdh Office in Garissa

They can also be emailed to cppm.ke@tdh.ch

Closing date for these positions is 4th July 2012.
Only those shortlisted will be contacted for interview a written test and interview.

Tdh’s recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to protect children’s rights, which includes the prevention of all forms of child abuse.

Tdh is an equal opportunity employer. 
Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
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Tdh Livelihood officer Job in Kenya


Terre des hommes Foundation (Tdh) is an international NGO focussed on Child Rights. 
To support the development of its Child Protection programme in Garissa County, Tdh is encouraging applications from Kenyan nationals for the role of:

Livelihood officer

Reporting to: Child Protection Project Manager
Duty station: Dadaab, Garissa County
Contract duration: 7 months (with 3-month probation period)

Main responsibilities:
  • To be responsible, under the supervision of the Child Protection Project Manager, for all aspects of the implementation of Income Generating Activities to support vulnerable families, targeted by Tdh Child Protection project in Dadaab refugee complex.
  • To conduct a Market survey and elaborate a suitable IGA strategy approach for refugee households, including capacity building of the households.
  • To support Tdh Social workers in the follow-up of the beneficiaries to strengthen their socio-economic conditions.
  • To develop collaboration with the local authorities such as the District Children Officer, other partners and services in identify the most relevant IGA opportunities and mitigate risks of community and cultural resistances.
  • To contribute to the capacity building of one local partner.
Requirements:
  • Minimum diploma-level education in related field (economic and community development)
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in projects aiming to strengthen livelihoods of vulnerable communities (preferably a refugee context).
  • Project reporting and evaluation experience.
  • Fluency in English and Kiswahili. Ability to communicate in Somali is an asset.
Application modalities:

Qualified and interested candidates should submit a covering letter, CV, references, and copies of academic and professional certificates. 
Applications should be addressed to the Child Protection Program Manager and submitted to:

Terre des hommes, P.O Box 13668 - 00800 Westlands, Nairobi, Kenya
Tdh Office in Garissa

They can also be emailed to cppm.ke@tdh.ch

Closing date for these positions is 8th July 2012.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a written test and interview.

Tdh’s recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to protect children’s rights, which includes the prevention of all forms of child abuse.

Tdh is an equal opportunity employer. 
Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
 
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Tdh Psychosocial Trainer Job in Kenya


Terre des hommes Foundation (Tdh) is an international NGO focussed on Child Rights. 
To support the development of its Child Protection programme in Garissa County, Tdh is encouraging applications from Kenyan nationals for the role of:

Psychosocial Trainer


Reporting to: Child Protection Project Manager
Duty station: Dadaab, Garissa County
Contract duration: 9 months (with 3-month probation period)

Main responsibilities:
  • To be responsible, under the supervision of the Child Protection Project Manager, for psychosocial training for animators in a community centre.
  • To coordinate psychosocial activities for children, youth, girls, adults in the community centre and provide on-the-job training to animators conducting the activities.
  • To provide training to teachers and other camp based actors on Child Protection and Psychosocial support.
  • To participate and take lead in awareness and sensitisation activities organised in the refugee camp.
Requirements:
  • Minimum diploma-level education in related field (child protection, education, sociology, ECD..).
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in projects supporting children with a CFS, recreation or ECD component.
  • Strong experience as a trainer for various community groups required.
  • Proven ability to develop training manuals using participative and creative methodology.
  • Fluency in English and Kiswahili. Ability to communicate in Somali is an asset.
Application modalities:

Qualified and interested candidates should submit a covering letter, CV, references, and copies of academic and professional certificates. 
Applications should be addressed to the Child Protection Program Manager and submitted to:

Terre des hommes, P.O Box 13668 - 00800 Westlands, Nairobi, Kenya
Tdh Office in Garissa

They can also be emailed to cppm.ke@tdh.ch

Closing date for these positions is 4th July 2012.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a written test and interview.

Tdh’s recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to protect children’s rights, which includes the prevention of all forms of child abuse. 
Tdh is an equal opportunity employer. 
Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
 
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Area Representative – Save the Children Central Somalia Job in Kenya


Job Description

Job Title: Area Representative – Central Somalia

Duty Station: Nairobi – with potential travel to field sites pending a significant improvement in security.

Reports to: Director of Operations

Working relationships
Area Representative Central Somalia, Humanitarian Director & Emergency Response Team members

Line Management responsibility
International & National Staff: Project Managers, finance, HR, logistics and Field Managers (final  composition of team tba)
Indirect line management of over x national staff

Budget Holding Responsibility
: Over GBP 10 Million
Grade: 3.1. (international Contract)

Contract Length: 6 months (renewable)
Child Safeguarding Level: 3

Introduction:

Save the Children (SC) is an international organization with 27 member organizations across the globe. 
It is united by a common mission and brand but, to some extent, has until now been working independently from country to country and within countries. 
With the decision by all Save the Children organizations to create an International Programmes Unit (IPU) taken in 2010, Save the Children aims to create a stronger voice for children by unifying the operations in all countries. 
This will result in one organisation at the national level in each country and a unified programme delivery structure for all Save the Children International Members.

Save the Children UK, Denmark and Finland unified in Somalia in January 2010 under the name Save the Children in Somalia which will move to the IPU model by the end of 2012. 
After one year of unification and as a result of an active fundraising strategy the programme budget was over GBP 10m covering thematic areas of protection, child survival (which includes health, nutrition and livelihoods), education, and Child Rights Governance.

Save the Children works in the three “zones” of Somalia: Somaliland, Puntland and Central South Somalia (CSS). Due to constraints on security, and the need to liaise with UN agencies, other NGOs and donors, the country office is based in Nairobi. 
Directors and senior managers are expected to travel extensively to monitor and support programme work in all parts of Somalia that are accessible and where security threats are being effectively mitigated . 
Save the Children has been engaged in Somalia for over 20 years. The programme has substantially grown since and intends to continue long-term. 
During the drought crisis of 2011, the programme in Somalia expanded exponentially and we presently work across 5 regions of Somalia with offices in Hiran, Abudwaq and a shared office with our partner in Mogadishu. 
The post holder will be based in Nairobi, at present there is no access for international staff to Abudwaq and Hiran. Therefore, a strong understanding of remote support to Save the Children staff and partners is a vital component of this position.

This is a new position within the organisation; due to the large growth of operations in Somalia over the past 8 months a decision was taken to split Somalia into southern and central regions, with an Area Representative for each. 
A Transition Manager will be in place for a number of months to support the change in the structure, working closely with the Area Representatives and their teams, Operations Director and Humanitarian Director.

Job Purpose
The Area Representative has overall responsibility for the development, management and delivery of good quality programmes in Central Somalia. 
S/he will work through Field Managers based in Galgaduud and and Hiran to ensure that all aspects of programming are coordinated resulting in efficiency, high team moral and cost effectiveness. and ensure that Save the Children continues to reach more children. 
As the senior representative of Save the Children in Central Somalia, s/he will ensure that Save the Children’s programmes implement key humanitarian principles and that we work in close collaboration with other key stakeholders and the government to promote and advocate for realisation of children’s rights. 
The Security environment in Central Somalia is fragile and requires the post-holder to liaise closely with staff and to advice senior management on robust security management guidelines and plans for Central Somalia.

Key Accountabilities

It is important to note that at present, a large component of these accountabilities will need to be done remotely.

1. Program Development, Implementation and Delivery
  • Lead on development and implementation of participatory and consultative Area Programme Operations Plan in line with the Country Annual Plan.
  • Implement a robust remote project monitoring system that allows for timely evidence gathering,  management action and organisational learnings in quality programme management.
  • Ensure that effective remote support mechanisms are in place to listen to, act upon and address children’s and communities’ concerns/recommendations through active participation by children and communities in project design, monitoring and evaluations at field level.
  • Ensure a proactive and strategic fundraising plan is pursued and implemented in close collaboration with Programme Quality and the Emergency Response teams.
  • Ensure that staff capacity in quality project management is improved and strengthened through direct and remote training, coaching and mentoring.
2. People Management and Development
  • Work closely with the HR and Admin Director, to ensure that all HR policies and guidelines for national staff are in place, are understood by all staff and are adhered to. Support all managers in recruitment, induction, placement, promotion, training/development and separation/termination
  • Enhance staff performance through mutually agreed performance management plans, clarity of individual  and collective roles and responsibilities; ensure a robust process of performance monitoring, learning & development initiatives and timely management actions.
  • Represent staff concerns that can not be dealt with locally, in a timely manner to the Director of Operations and Human Resources.
  • Promote an inspiring and motivating working environment through teamwork, delegation and the team building initiatives.
  • Promote and ensure a culture that respects and promotes collaboration, diversity, inclusion and staff recognition.
3. Financial, Budget and Grant Management
  • Efficiently and successfully manage the grant cycle by putting in place robust remote support mechanisms to start, implement and close grants in line with donor as well as Save the Children’s policies
  • Ensure that programme budgets are managed through rigorous remote budget and finance monitoring practices with participation of all key functions involved in projects.
  • Oversee the general application and observance of financial procedures and guidelines set out in SC financial manual and donors’ requirements
  • Ensure that budgets are spent and charged to their respective budget heads and grants by diligently reviewing the financial (SUN) reports at least every month and bringing to the timely attention of the Director of Operations and the Finance Director any major budget concerns and suggestions/recommendations
  • Ensure that adequate support to and monitoring of the field finance teams is provided by the finance and grants team at in Nairobi and head office
  • Ensure that grants are managed as per Save the Children’s and donors’ requirements including the quality and timely submission of reports.
4. Partnership management and Development
  • Identify within Central Somalia appropriate partners through whom Save the Children can impact in the rights of children at scale.
  • Work with existing SC partners to ensure a quality partnership environment through mutual respect and trust, robust partnership assessments, capacity building , project monitoring, sharing and networking by drawing support from technical resources from within the country programme.
  • Ensure that all partnerships in Central Somalia are fully compliant to donor guidelines and requirements
  • Ensure that partners understand and implement Save the Children’s policies and procedures including child safeguarding, procurement, fraud and whistle blowing.
5. Operations Management
  • Ensure that standardised systems, in line with the Country Programme policies, procedures and guidelines in the areas of logistics, finance and HR are in place, well understood and adhered to by all staff
  • Ensure that minimum logistics/financial/administrative standards and country policies are implemented
  • Ensure that rigorous remote project management tools are put in place and used by relevant managers (operational plan, procurement plan, output trackers, etc…)
  • Ensure that staff have operational and capacity development support within their operating environment
  • Ensure the strict adherence of Central Somalia team to the basic humanitarian principles at all times: neutrality, impartiality and independence while delivering programmes for children
6. Representation and Advocacy
  • Represent Save the Children at Central Somalia, network with INGOs/NGOs and other stakeholders and government.
  • Continuously and proactively engage in strategic analysis of evidence and document and implement learnings for quality improvement in programme strategies for children.
  • Identify, establish and maintain close working relationship with key stakeholders in the furtherance of children’s rights
  • Ensure appropriate representation in all relevant meetings: clusters, working groups,
7. Security and Context Monitoring
  • In close collaboration with the Security Manager, the Field Managers, the Security Focal Points and local partners proactively monitor the political and security situation at both national and local level and ensure that a clear and updated security management plan is in place for all areas of operations in Central Somalia.
  • As far as possible ensure that all staff are involved in the establishment of guidelines, protocols in developing security plans that should be formally reviewed on a weekly basis.
  • In close collaboration with the Security Manager, the Field Managers, local partners and the Security Focal Points, manage any significant security incident in Central Somalia. If this involves a “critical incident” the Security Manager and the Operations Director must be informed immediately.
  • Adapt to security constraints and ensure that staff are adequately aware of security risks and management issues in order to deliver projects for children.
Person Specification
  • Degree in the field of social sciences, management or related field or a minimum of 5 years progressive senior management experience in humanitarian work • Previous experience of working in partnership with and managing local NGOs to deliver quality programmes.
  • At least 10 years experience in the development and management of programmes in conflict affected countries. Experience of Somalia desirable.
  • Experience in the leadership/direction, development, implementation, monitoring and reporting of multi donor, multi-site field programmes, including direct and remote management and supervisory experience.
  • Proven strategic planner and team leader with sound technical knowledge, conceptual and analytical ability, good judgment, and adaptive, flexible capacity.
  • Proven ability to develop and lead a high performing team both directly and remotely.
  • Excellent people manager, mentor and coach
  • Excellent written communications skills in English including proposal/report-writing
  • Strong problem solving and organisational skills in day to day and crisis situations • Experience of a flexible approach to managing and prioritising a high workload and multiple tasks in a fast paced environment with tight deadlines
  • Outstanding interpersonal and inter-organizational skills
  • A commitment to working through systems of children/community participation.
  • Commitment to and understanding of Save the Children’s vision, mission, values and principles.
Child Safeguaring Policy:
  • Any employee, consultant, contractor or the supplier undertaking an activity on behalf of SC UK must sign the Child Safeguarding - Declaration of Acceptance Form] and comply with the SC UK’s Child Safeguarding Policy which is a statement of SC UK’s commitment to preventing abuse and protecting children with whom it comes into contact.
  • This extends not only to children with whom SC and its partners work directly, but also includes children whom staff are responsible for. SC UK believes that the situation of children must be improved through the promotion of their rights supported and demonstrated by all members of staff. Save the Children's Code of Conduct sets out the standards which all staff members must adhere to.
  • Applications should be forwarded to: vacancies@scsom.org. Applications Closing Date: Will be Saturday 30th June 2012. However, the closing date may be earlier than this date due to the urgency in filling the position.
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Writing Jobs in Kenya


We are a company that deals in provision of articles to both local and international clients. 
We are currently expanding and in need of more writers.

Requirements
  • Be a University Graduate
  • Have a high typing speed and excellent proof reading and grammar skills
  • Be able to complete 50 - 60 articles within a week
  • Able to write plagiarism free articles.
  • Able to meet deadlines and ready to follow instructions
If you meet the above requirements and are ready to work apply to the following email expertwriters54@gmail.com

Deadline is 30th June 2012.
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Chief Accountant, and Internal Auditor Jobs in Highchem East Africa Kenya


Our Client, Highchem East Africa Ltd has been an importer and distributor of Patent medicines for over 40 years. They are looking for ambitious, self-driven candidates to fill the positions of:
Chief Accountant:

Basic Function:

The Chief Accountant is responsible for the management of all the accounting, financial and investment functions of the company by designing, implementing, maintaining and updating sound accounting systems, standards, policies and procedures which help to safeguard the Company assets.

Principal Roles and Accountabilities:
  • The incumbent will be charged with the oversight of financial health and operations of the company, through budget planning and implementation, compliance with statutory regulations and development of standard financial reports for the management
  • Responsible for overseeing company accounts, finance and all commercial functions, including taxation and finance audits
  • Treasury management by ensuring close monitoring of company’s cash flow position and liaison with banks, bank balances control and reporting
  • Provide leadership in the formulation and implementation of sound financial management strategies policies and systems
  • Review all financial reports and ensure they are conclusive, accurate, concise, free from any material misstatements and reliable for management decision making. And also to ensure that they meet the requirements of international financial reporting standards [IFRS]
  • Supervise the timely preparation of monthly management accounts, quarterly reporting, annual financials and statutory accounts. Should also ensure integrity in financial and management reporting
  • Interpret financial policies and advise the management on any future foreseeable financial risks. i.e. identify the risk areas in the operations, assist in risk management processes and mitigate any associated risks
  • Co-ordinate the annual audit and answering to audit issues including preparing financial statements for auditing
  • Supervise accounts departmental staff. Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws
Qualifications and Requirements:
  • BS in Accounting or Finance, an MBA is an added advantage
  • CPA (K) or ACCA qualification
  • At least 7 years experience in a progressively financial role
  • Proven leadership and supervision skills
  • Strong working knowledge of Finance
  • Good knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards [IFRS]
  • Strong analytical skills, ability to communicate and manage well at all levels of the organization
  • Strong problem solving and creative skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analyses.
Internal Auditor:

Basic Function:

The Internal Auditor will be responsible for checking and reviewing the financial transactions to ensure adequacy and effectiveness of the accounts processes. 
This will be in regards to the company accounts, finance and all commercial functions, including taxation and finance audits.

Principal Roles and Accountabilities:
  • Audit the financial activities and functions of all departments and evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of the system of internal control in safeguarding the Company’s business and financial interest
  • Ensure that operations in the accounts department are conducted in compliance with laid down policy, procedure, work instructions and statutory regulations
  • Carry out periodic and continuous internal audit exercises on all functions and assets of the organization to minimise the risk of loss
  • Continuously evaluate internal control systems in line with changing demands and ensure that the systems are appropriately designed to serve the best interest of the organization at all times
  • Evaluate audit findings, draw comparisons and analytical reviews and advise the audit committee on continuous improvement measures
  • Check the cash book and ensure that all payments were supported by authentic receipts
  • Analyse the issues identified, during audits, to genuinely represent or point out the risks they have on the company
  • Prepare monthly audit reports
Qualifications and Requirements:
  • BS in Accounting or Finance
  • CPA (K) highly desirable
  • At least 5 years experience in a progressive audit role
  • Strong working knowledge of Accounting
  • Strong analytical skills, ability to communicate and manage well at all levels of the organization
  • Strong problem solving and creative skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analyses.
Interested candidates should forward their CVs Only to recruit@virtualhr.co.ke by 4th July 2012 stating their current and expected remuneration, day time telephone contacts and addresses of three referees.
 
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Medical Representative Job in Laboratory and Allied Kenya


Medical Representative

Laboratory and Allied a fast growing pharmaceutical and medical company dealing in the production of both Human and Veterinary products is currently looking for the most competent and suitable personnel to fill the 3 vacancy positions of a Medical Representatives.

He will be reporting to the Marketing Manager.

Job Duties And Responsibilities
  • Arrange appointments with medical teams, doctors and pharmacists
  • Making presentations to the medical professionals like: doctors, pharmacists, nurses, practice staffs and to all the necessary personnel related to the sector concerning the products.
  • Build and maintain positive connections and working relationships with medical personnel and also with the supporting administration.
  • Contact customers to find out the needs of the customers, to uphold about the product to the customers, try to satisfy the needs and ensure the terms and conditions of the sale be concerned about the opinion of the customers after selling the product.
  • Monitor what are the competitive companies doing and about their products and how are they taking steps for taking the market and defeating others.
  • Getting information about the after effect of the product and how the users and consumers reviewed about the product.
  • Monitor and anticipate positive and negative effects and impacts of the market to the product and adapting proper strategy to prevent that.
  • Attend company meetings regularly; collect technical data, presentations and briefings.
  • Presenting and discussing the present which is supplied by the company with healthcare and medical professionals.
Academic Qualification
  • Degree holder in pharm-tech/ Bsc.in science.
  • Must have a minimum of 3-5 years working experience in the respective position.
Other Qualification
  • Strictly MALE medical representative.
  • Must have worked in Eldoret, Kisumu and Mombasa.
  • Specifically only medical representative no sales representative.
  • Self- oriented/ self -driven person.
  • Good achievement track.
Urgently needed: ASAP.
Note: Only Serious Candidate Should Apply.

Kindly send your CV’s, copy of the Identification Card and other testimonials either through hand delivery or email to hr@laballied.com or marketing@laballied.com

Only successful applicants will be shortlisted and an interview will be conducted.
 
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Imports Clerk Job in Laboratory and Allied Kenya


Imports Clerk

Laboratory and Allied a fast growing pharmaceutical and medical company dealing in the production of both Human and Veterinary products is currently looking for the most competent and suitable personnel to fill the vacancy positions of an Imports Clerk.

She/he will be reporting to the Managing Director.

Job Responsibilities And Duties
  • Responsible for arranging and completing all associated paperwork, and checking to ensure that all the documents on the nature of the goods being imported are legal and legitimate like import quotas, tariffs, trade agreements, revenue, corporate policies and import laws.
  • To check and confirm that all the goods received in the company against paperwork to ensure all goods ordered are accounted for.
  • Deal with quotes from prospective shippers and handle claims with insurance companies if any shipment problems happen to occur.
  • Provide efficient delivery logistics through data management by filling out import-documentation, compile carrier and route assignments, compute international fees for each shipment and keep track of shipment payments and quotas using automated systems that can identify shipments.
  • Collect data and register packages with government agencies.
  • Track shipments and communicate with clients about the package's progress.
  • Academic Qualification
  • Diploma holder in Business Administration.
  • Must have at least five years working experience as an import clerk.
Other Qualifications
  • They should have knowledge of customs documentation.
  • They must be familiar with the legal requirements, customs and policies regarding importing shipments
  • Good communication skills; both written and verbal.
  • Good numeric skills and administrative skills.
  • Must be familiar with computer software programmes e.g. Microsoft office, Excel etc.
Kindly send your CV’s, copy of the Identification Card and other testimonials either through hand delivery or email to hr@laballied.com.

Only successful applicants will be shortlisted and an interview will be conducted.
 
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Land for Sale in Ongata Rongai, Nairobi, Kenya


Tucked away in Ongata Rongai are prime 1/8 Acre (50x100) approx. residential plots at Olekasasi approximately 3kms to the Africa Nazarene University adjacent to the proposed Greater Southern Bypass (To Kitengela) 
Ideal for residential construction black cotton soil. Main services water and electricity are available for connection in the neighborhood.

The plots are close to shopping malls (Uchumi coming up) Institutions of higher learning, good schools and easy access to public transportation, nearby plots are developed.
 
The paranomic view of Nairobi City and the Nairobi National park is attracting to the North and the magnifi cent Ngong Hills to the South. Approximately 26kms from the City Centre.
 
Access road is from Maasai Lodge Junction(Magadi Rd). Or Greater Southern by-pass from Kitengela.

Introductory Price: Kes. 650,000/= (Inclusive of legal and transfer fees)
Terms: 30% deposit required Kes. 195,000/=

Size: (Approx) 50x100 Tenure: Freehold.

Selling Agent - Property Point - 020 326 24 17 / 020 326 2341

Rehani House Ground Floor, Kenyatta Av. Junction / Koinange St.
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Project Manager Job in Naivasha Kenya - Construction Industry job


Project Manager
 
Role
 
The Project Manager will be responsible for coordinating the activities of consultants and contractors in a large mixed project in Naivasha involving both infrastructure and buildings. 
He will be deployed as the Principal Project Officer to be based on site and head office. He will report to the Managing Director for day-to-day matters and give periodic reports to the Board of the Company. 
The Project Manager will be employed on an initial contract of TWO years which will be renewed for a further period of TWO years upon a satisfactory report of performance.
 
Responsibilities
 
1. To track and report on the implementation plan for the project by various Contractors
 
2. To establish and run the Site-based Project Management office
 
3. Develop and implement project communication and reporting strategy and plans including communication formats and templates.
 
4. Effectively and constantly communicate project expectations to the Contractors
 
5. Report on Construction progress on an ongoing basis to the Board of Directors of the Company.
 
6. Brief the Managing Director on all matters relating to the project on a frequent and regular basis
 
7. Establish and present to the Board annual budgets for running the Project Management Office.
 
8. Report to the Board on needs for additional staff and make appropriate requisitions for recruitments if necessary during the project cycle.
 
9. Set and continually manage project expectations with team members and other stakeholders.
 
10. Delegate tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel.
 
11. Identify and resolve issues and conflicts within the project team.
 
12. Identify and promote to the Contractors project dependencies and critical paths.
 
13. Plan, schedule and promote project timelines and milestones to the Contractors using appropriate tools.
 
14. Track project milestones and deliverables and negotiate with the Contractors appropriate strategies for their achievement .
 
15. Develop and present progress and status reports.
 
16. Determine the frequency and content of status reports from the project team, analyze results, and troubleshoot problem areas.
 
17. Define project success criteria and disseminate them to involved parties throughout project life cycle.
 
18. Coach, mentor, motivate and supervise project team members and contractors, and influence them to take positive action and accountability for their assigned work and roles.
 
19. Conduct activity post-mortems and create a recommendations in order to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements.
 
20. Develop best practices and tools for project execution and management and promote them to the Contractors and the Board.
Qualification Requirements

1. A University degree in Building Economics/Quantity Surveying or Construction Management or Architecture or Civil Engineering
 
2. Post-graduate qualifications at Masters degree level or Qualifications and Certification as a Project Manager from a recognised body.
 
3. A minimum of 5 years direct work experience in a project management capacity including for a multi-billion project, including all aspects of project process development and execution.
 
4. Strong familiarity with project management software, such as Microsoft Project and Primavera
 
5. Demonstrated experience in personnel management.
 
6. Technically competent with various reporting software programs, such as Microsoft word and excel.
 
7. Experience at working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
 
8. Can conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analysis and reacts to project adjustments and alterations promptly and efficiently.
 
9. Flexible during times of change.
 
10. Ability to read communication styles of team members and contractors who come from a broad spectrum of disciplines.
 
11. Persuasive, encouraging, and motivating.
 
12. Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources, including the Board, contractors, and other stakeholders.
 
13. Ability to defuse tension among project teams, should it arise.
 
14. Strong written and oral communication skills.
 
15. Strong interpersonal skills.
 
16. Adept at conducting research into project-related issues and products.
 
17. Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
 
18. Ability to competently participate in training sessions, presentations, and meetings.
 
Send CV to info@longonotgate.co.ke
 
Closing date: 29th June, 2012 – 12 noon.
 
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Chief Executive Officer - Muhigia Sacco Job in Kenya


Muhigia Sacco society limited is a countrywide, leading medium sized, fast growing and licensed deposit taking Sacco in Kenya. 
In order to assist the Sacco achieve its vision, mission and objectives, Muhigia Sacco is seeking to recruit self motivated, dynamic, creative, energetic, charismatic, result oriented and experienced person to fill the following position:
 
Chief Executive Officer
 
Job Summary
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Chief Executive Officer will be responsible for providing visionary leadership and direction in the realization of the Sacco’s long term business strategy.
 
Key Responsibilities
  • Ensure efficient and effective management of all the Sacco affairs.
  • Provide the Technical Support and Advice to the Board of Directors on all matters relating to financial, operations, strategies and business opportunities.
  • Leading, Motivating and developing skilled workforce through embedding performance development and couching through identification of the staff training needs and enshrine them in the training programmes of the Society.
  • Providing proactive public relations to enhance the Sacco’s corporate image.
  • Implement without delay all the recommendations from the Government regulatory bodies and the Board of Directors.
  • Be custodian of all the Sacco funds and property and ensure their safety.
  • Preparing the relevant timely Budgets and other Financial Reports for the Boards Perusal and Approval.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience Required.
  • Masters Degree in a Business Related Field.
  • CPA part 1 and above.
  • Proficiency in Computer skills. Past working experience with Bankers Realm will be an added advantage.
  • At least 10 years experience in a senior management position, preferably in a Sacco.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Good interpersonal skills, high level of integrity, team leader and innovative.
  • Age; 40 years and above.
  • Strong Analytical skills.
  • Demonstratable leadership and management skills.
Qualified applicants should send their hand written application letter and detailed cvs together with copies of certificates/transcripts and testimonials to the undersigned not later than Wednesday 11th July, 2012.
 
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
 
The Chairman,
Muhigia Sacco Society Ltd
P.O. Box 83-10300
Kerugoya.
 
Email: info@muhigiasacco.cop
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Jobs in Upcoming Three Star Hotel - Nairobi Kenya


We are an upcoming three star hotel located in Nairobi, we are looking for dynamic persons to fill in the following positions:-
Head store keeper, F&B supervisor, Chef, Housekeeping, Receptionist/Cashier, Doorman/ Porter,  Waiters/waitresses, Barman, Cooks, Steward, Room and laundry attendant.
Qualifications, Competence, Experience
Must have a Certificate or Diploma from a well recognized hospitality institution
At least 2 years working experience
A team player and can work under pressure
Must be honest and can work long hours with minimal supervision
Should be aged 22-45years.
If you meet the above requirements, send your application and cv to P.o Box 198-00100 Nairobi or romahotel.ltd@gmail.com.

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Construction / Project Manager - Engineering Job in Kenya


Have at least 5 years experience in building and construction.
Have good administrative & computer skills in Microsoft Office and in particular MS Excel, MS Word.
Qualifications:
Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
Minimum Qualification should be a diploma.
Autocad or similar will be an added advantage.
All applications attached with CVs must be submitted to damamungai2001@yahoo.com
or
Damaris W.Mungai
P.O. Box 473 – 00900,
Kiambu.

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Aircraft Captain Job in Kenya


1 Post
Captain
All applicants must have:
Type rating : Mitsubishi MU2B
Minimum of 2,500hrs multiengine aircraft
Minimum of 2,000 hrs PIC
Kenyan CPL/IR or better
All applicants must be copied to: Director General, KCAA
Applicants should respond with a full C.V to:
Kasas Ltd,
P.O Box 1218-00502
Nairobi

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Corporate Communications Officers - Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) Jobs in Kenya (Media Relations, Content Management & Internal Communications)


Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) is a State Corporation whose responsibility is to manage and conserve wildlife in Kenya. 
The Service seeks to recruit dynamic, innovative and experienced individuals to fill the following positions at its Headquarters.
 
1. Corporate Communications Officer (Media Relations) 
JG ”6” 
One (1) Post
 
Reporting to the Corporate Communications Manager, the overall responsibility will be to ensure that the Service protects and promotes its image in a proper and coordinated way.
 
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Devising and developing effective strategies to address live and potential issues which may impact on the organization’s imagein the short, medium and longer term proactive and reactive media relations.
  • Implementing an integrated media strategy, using both traditional and digital media channels to raise the Service’s profile across a broad range of stakeholders.
  • Developing and implementing media plans across the organization.
  • Advising on potential media angles for new streams of work.
  • Working with internal teams to develop key messaging for projects.
  • Media liaison (local, regional and international)
  • Gathering, development and disseminating accurate and timely information to the press locally, regionally and internationally.
  • Media placement and development of feature articles.
  • Generating media coverage.
  • Providing media training & coaching other employees to deliver key messages in media interviews and other public platforms.
  • Coordination of speech writing.
  • Handling issues/crises and acting as the primary contact for journalists.
  • Developing and maintaining strong, professional relationships with the press and media colleagues.
  • Working with the wider communications team to deliver a fully integrated communications program
Job Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English, Communications or a related field from a recognized institution.
  • Diploma in Journalism for candidates with a non journalism degree.
  • At least three (3) years experience in a media house environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to copy, edit and maintain online technical content
  • Familiarity with the standards of writing, copy editing, and proof reading
  • Ability to identify, research and promote modern copy practice where required
  • Ability to improve written content with attention to detail
  • Experience and easy networking with subject matter experts to achieve a common goal
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • IT Skills
  • Having sound knowledge of media operations and contacts regionally, nationally and internationally
  • Possession of valid Certificate of Good Conduct obtained from the CID
2. Corporate Communications Officer (Content Management) 
JG ”6” 
One (1) Post
Reporting to the Corporate Communications Manager, the overall responsibility will be to manage the look and feel of the Service’s website.
 
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Development and implementation of the website & content management system strategy.
  • Develop a web gap analysis matrix for continuous improvement.
  • Create, develop and manage content for the organization’s web presence
  • Coordinate web projects across Divisions/Departments and with content authors.
  • Identify new content opportunities and ways to re-purpose existing content throughout the site.
  • Maintain a consistent look and feel throughout the website and any other sites.
  • Copy edit and proof read all web content.
  • Develop a system of collation of content from within and without the organization.
  • Keep current with emerging web technologies through relevant blogs, listservs and events.
  • Assure web based information is archived for future needs and reference.
  • Track and report on all site metrics.
  • Organize and support web writing training.
  • Carry out quality assurance checks on content.
  • Working with the wider Communications team to deliver a fully integrated communications program
  • Supporting and facilitating the Service in the use of latest social media such as twitter, facebook, you tube with a view to enhancing the Service’s mandate.
Job Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English, Communications or a related field from a recognized institution.
  • At least three (3) years experience in managing content and production for high traffic websites.
  • Demonstrated ability to copy, edit and maintain online technical content
  • Familiarity with the standards of writing, copy editing, and proof reading
  • Ability to identify, research and promote modern copy practice where required
  • Ability to improve written content with severe attention to detail
  • Experience and ease networking with subject matter experts to achieve a common goal
  • Knowledge of multi-media content management
  • Demonstrated training and/or experience in applications of new information and communication technologies.
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • IT Skills
  • Possession of valid Certificate of Good Conduct obtained from the CID
3. Corporate Communications Officer (Internal Communications) 
JG ”6” 
One (1) Post
Reporting to the Corporate Communications Manager, the overall responsibility will be to ensure effective delivery of information and corporate communications to KWS staff.
 
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Developing an understanding and awareness of the internal communications needs within the organization.
  • Owner of corporate internal communication process delivering timely and effective communication.
  • Building on existing networks and developing where required internal communications contacts throughout the organization e.g. change managers, focus groups and communications audits.
  • Delivering regular communication for all staff through a range of channels, ensuring ease of access to communications, clarity and consistency of messages, newsletters, e- bulletin, intranet, briefing material etc
  • Working with the wider communications team to deliver a fully integrated communications program.
Job Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English, Communications or a related field from a recognized institution.
  • At least three (3) years experience within a media house environment, organization or communications agency
  • Have significant internal communications experience, including strategic development of internal communications plans and a track record of successful implementation
  • Excellent writing and editing skills and experience of communicating via offline channels
  • Familiarity with the standards of writing, copy editing, and proof reading
  • Ability to identify, research and promote modern copy practice where required
  • Ability to improve written content with severe attention to detail
  • Experience and ease networking with subject matter experts to achieve a common goal
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • IT Skills
  • Possession of valid Certificate of Good Conduct obtained from the CID
Interested and suitably qualified individuals should forward their applications enclosing copies of their academic and professional certificates, copy of the National ID card, detailed CV indicating work experience, current remuneration and employer, daytime telephone contact – both office and mobile, names, addresses and emails of three (3) referees, to reach the undersigned not later than 10th July, 2012. 
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
 
Director
Kenya Wildlife Service
P. O. Box 40241 - 00100
Nairobi.
 
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