Chepkoilel University College Principal, Admin & Finance Deputy Principal and Academic & Student Affairs Deputy Principal Jobs in Kenya

Chepkoilel University College

A constituent college of Moi University

Vacancies

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the following posts.


1. Principal
Scale 17 (XVII)
CUC/1/06/2011

Qualifications and experience

The Principal shall be the Chief Executive of the University College and should have the following qualifications and experience:

• Be a Professor or an Associate Professor with an earned Ph. D or its equivalent from a recognised university.
• At least 10 years of experience in senior academic and management positions at the level of senior lecturer and above.
• Demonstrate leadership experience in a modern university environment.
• Ability and leadership skills to effectively coordinate the academic and administrative functions in the University College. Provide academic and research leadership.
• Knowledge and experience in strategic planning and master planning in education development.
• Proven capacity to promote learning, teaching, research and development and extension in a University.
• Have a good understanding of the national laws, 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.
• Have a good understanding of the factors and conditions shaping the development of higher education in the country.
• Demonstrate evidence of excellent interpersonal relations, good communication and negotiation skills.
• Have international experience and collaboration in higher education.
• Have credible track record in resource mobilisation.
• Be of the highest ethical standard, integrity and professionalism.

Duties and responsibilities

Working under the general direction of the Council, the successful applicant shall:

• Be the academic and administrative head of the University College.
• Steer the formulation and implementation of the College’s strategic and master plan.
• Have overall day-to-day management and responsibility of the design, direction, organisation and administration of programmes of the University College.
• Be responsible to the Council for the general conduct and discipline of staff and students.
• Ensure effective accountability to the Council for the proper management of the University College’s assets, facilities and resources.

Terms and conditions of service

The successful candidate will be offered a competitive remuneration package in accordance with the 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.

2. Deputy Principal (Administration, Planning and Finance)
Scale 16 (XVI)
CUC/2/06/2011

Duties and responsibilities

The Deputy Principal (Administration, Planning and Finance) will be the Principal Assistant to the University College Principal and will take charge of Administration, Planning and Finance Division.

The Deputy Principal (Administration, Planning and Finance) shall be the head of the Administration, Planning and Finance Division and shall be responsible for the human resource, administrative, financial and infrastructural development matters.

The successful candidate shall be responsible for ensuring that the Administration, Planning and Finance Department operates effectively and efficiently in line with the vision and the mission of the University College.

3. Deputy Principal (Academic and Student Affairs)
Scale 16 (XVI)
CUC/3/06/2011

Duties and responsibilities

Deputy Principal (Academic and Student Affairs) will be the principal assistant to the University College Principal and will take charge of Academic & Student Affairs Division.

The successful candidate shall be the head of the Academic Division and shall be in charge of all academic, research and extension activities and student affairs of the University College.

The successful candidate shall be responsible for ensuring that the academic departments, students affairs, research and outreach activities operate effectively and efficiently and in line with the vision and Mission of the University College.

Qualification and Experience for position of Deputy Principals

• Be a Professor or an Associate Professor with an earned Ph. D who has at least six (6) years experience in Senior Management position in university sector or any other large institution with outstanding and internationally recognised scholarship record.
• Demonstrate competence in administrative and academic leadership in academic/research environment.
• Have a track record of success and performance characterised 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 the University setting.
• Have a good understanding of 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 for Deputy Principals

The successful candidates will be offered a competitive remuneration package in accordance with the 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 on 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 and testimonials.

The reference number of the position applied for should be indicated on the application letter and the envelope.

Interested candidates, who responded to the advertisement of 10th December, 2010 need not re-apply.

Applications are to be addressed to:

The Chairman,
Chepkoilel University College,
P.O. Box 1125,
Eldoret, Kenya.

so as to reach him not later than 2.00pm on 15th June, 2011.

Applicants are advised to contact their referees and request them to send their letters of reference to the above address under sealed envelope not later than 2.00pm on 15th June,
2011.

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Group Finance Manager Vacancy Announcement in Kenya

Our client is based in Kenya as a wholly owned subsidiary of a Fortune 500 company.

That is part of an enlarged group that has had over 100 billion sterling pounds of assets under management. With approximately millions of life assurance policyholders, banking customers, short-term insurance policyholders and more than 1 million unit trust accounts worldwide making our client one of the top forty asset managers of the world.

Our client is looking to recruit a Group Finance Manager reporting to the Chief Finance Officer.

Overall Purpose of the Role

This role supports the CFO in the day to day running of the Finance department and is accountable for financial reporting, analysis and planning as well as managing the issues related to tax, financial compliance and capital management.

This also includes an analysis of financial records such as income trends to be able to support the CFO and the Executive team in the decision making process.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for the preparation of the financial, management reports and record keeping through the finance team and support the execution of actuarial valuations
• Liaison with the Actuarial team and ensure that there is timely and accurate provision of financial information.
• Produce Accounts which comply with statutory submissions to ensure compliance with relevant legislation
• Financial Analysis of the business, financial and general operating information to identify trends and opportunities for development and produce management information to ensure that business developments remain financially viable
• Capital Management for all entities by ensuring optimization of available cash & liquidity requirements and ensure optimal returns on the investment portfolio.
• Responsible for the Budgeting/Planning process and modeling whilst ensuring that re- forecasts are prepared and updated on an ongoing basis
• Responsible for the development of the Audit Plan in conjunction with the External Auditors and AARC
• Liaison with the External Auditors and ensuring that all matters are addressed in a timely manner and management letters and financial reports are finalized in accordance with timetable
• Responsible for tax compliance and look for opportunities to minimize tax liabilities
• Ensuring compliance to all regulatory and other statutory reporting requirements
• Liaison with the Regulators to ensure compliance is maintained at all times
• Effectively managing and providing leadership to assigned team

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Degree in Finance
• Certified Public Accountant/ACCA
• Excellent Business awareness with minimum 5 years’ experience in a managerial position within the financial services industry
• Demonstrate good communication and leadership skills with high personal integrity
• Organized, numerate, analytical and fully computer literate
• Very familiar with the current Insurance, Retirement Benefits Authority and Capital Markets Authority regulations
• High levels of energy, drive, creativity and innovation.
• Ability to prioritize and work on a wide range of deliverables at once.
• Strong business acumen and a good understanding of the market.
• Self-starter who shows initiative and is able to drive projects to completion with minimal guidance

How to apply:

If you are interested in the position and have the skills and talents our client is looking for, we would like to hear from you.

Please forward a copy of your updated resume, and your current salary and benefits package to info@dorbe-leit.co.ke before close of business 10th June 2011.

Only successful candidates will be contacted.

Finance Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya - NGO

Finance Manager for NGO based in Nairobi.

Qualifications

• US citizen or Expatriate leaving in Kenya
• Undergraduate degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Minimum 7 years’ experience in accounting & Minimum 2+ years supervisory.

A strong knowledge of and experience in the following areas:

• Generally accepted auditing standards and IFRS.
• Prior experience with monthly closing & financial reporting
• Kenyan payroll laws
• QuickBooks accounting software & Non-profit accounting principles
• Purchasing and tendering policies and control
• Familiarity with Kenya NGO Board rules and regulations

Please send your CV to localjobskenya@gmail.com

Marketing & Product Development Manager (Hotel Industry) Job in Kenya

Ref: SGK/MPDM/06/201 1

Our client is a leading hotel located in Nairobi.

Due to rapid growth in business volume, they wish to identify a suitable candidate to fill the position of Marketing & Product Development Manager.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Hotel General Manager, the Marketing & Product Development Manager will be responsible for the following:-

• Developing and implementing Marketing Plans and Strategies.
• Executing and monitoring marketing plans.
• Formulating and reviewing customer services Strategies
• Attending to customer feedback and take continuous improvement action.
• Carry out market surveys and market recommendation to improve service delivery.
• Developing of new rich products and executing product, launches, promotions and demonstrations.
• Developing new marketing opportunities.
• Liaising with Export Promotion Council with aim of getting business outside the country.
• Ensuring efficient and continuous marketing.
• Gathering and reporting market intelligence
• Managing marketing department and officers under supervision.
• Preparing monthly reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in either Marketing or Business Administration from a recognized Institution.
• Post graduate Diploma in Marketing (CIM) will have an added advantage.
• 'O' level Certificate of Education with a mean grade of B+ or Division 2 and above.
• Must have at least 10 years relevant experience at management level in Hotel industry or other hospitality sectors.
• Should be a hands-on, self motivated, creative and a team player.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Self start and able to meet short deadlines.

Applications indicating current / previous salary can be

e-mailed to recruit@skillsgeographic.com

or Post to the Recruitment Division, Skills Geographic (K) Ltd. P.O. Box 20407-00100, Nairobi-Kenya

or Hand delivered to our Office at Vision Plaza 1st Floor Suite 37, Nairobi, Mombasa Road

Tel: 020-2385928.

So as to reach not later than 17th June 2011.