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ZAIN KENYA JOBS

1. ead of Broadband & VAS
2. Head of Usage & Retention
3. Head of Acquisition
4. Head of International and Roaming
5. VAS Manager
6. Enterprise Broadband Leader
7. Consumer Broadband Leader
8. Portal & Website Coordinator
9. Media Manager
10. Alternative Channel Acquisition Coordinator
11. Retention Coordinator
12. Prepaid Usage Coordinator
13. Postpaid Usage Coordinator
14. SMS Revenue Coordinator
15. International Coordinator
16. Revenue Analyst – 3 Positions
17. Geo-Planning Manager
18. Geo-Planning Analyst
19. Manager – Business Planning and Management Reporting
20. Manager – Procurement
21. Manager- Revenue Assurance & Fraud Management
22. Manager – Financial Reporting
23. Revenue Accountant
24. Project Accountant
25. Territory Managers – 8 Positions

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1. Head of Broadband & VAS
(HBV/MKT/08/2010)
The Position Reports to the Marketing Director and is responsible for planning, leading and directing initiatives with the aim of growing share of Broadband and VAS revenue in all segments.
Responsibilities:

* Provide leadership to the Broadband and VAS department and create a winning partnership with the Enterprise, SME and consumer sales teams
* Direct and lead all industry specific Enterprise Solutions, SME & Consumer initiatives to drive overall Broadband & VAS revenues
* Roll out of innovative enterprise, SME and consumer broadband solutions
* Create and manage winning partnerships with key stakeholders and service providers

Qualifications:

* Bachelor’s degree in IT or Business Information Systems
* A Masters Degree preferably an MBA will be an added advantage
* Strong leadership, business acumen and analytical skills
* At least 6 years of progressive experiences. 3 years must be in a management position
* Telecommunications or IT Industry experience wilt be an advantage
* Culturally aware and adept to working across multiple geographies

2. Head of Usage & Retention
(HUR/MKT/08/2010)
The position reports to the Marketing Director and is responsible for the behavioral analysis of customer trends and defining initiatives to increase usage.
Responsibilities:

* Direct and lead all segment wide initiatives to drive local voice revenues
* Continuously monitor all drivers for local voice revenue bucket and develop targeted and segmented initiatives for this revenue bucket
* Roll out of innovative solutions that drive usage & retention m all segments
* Develop customer retention initiatives specific to each segment

Qualifications:

* A bachelor’s degree
* An MBA will be an advantage
* Experience in commercial, financial planning or proficiency to statistics applications is an advantage
* At least 6 years of progressive experience, 3 of which must be in a management position
* Strong leadership, business acumen and analytical skills
* Telecommunications or IT industry experience will be an advantage
* Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint applications
* Culturally aware and adept to working across multiple geographies

3. Head of Acquisition
(HAQ/MKT/08/2010)
The position reports to the Marketing Director and will be responsible for driving customer growth and direct acquisition initiatives in close collaboration with distribution, enterprise and SME sales teams
Responsibilities:

* Plan, lead and direct consumer acquisition initiatives in close collaboration with the sates and distribution department
* Plan, lead and direct enterprise and SME customer acquisition initiatives in close collaboration with the corporate and SME sales department
* Alternative channels customer acquisition initiatives in close collaboration with the relevant departments
* Managing the subscriber acquisition cost for all segments
* Acquisition related innovations, products & devices pipeline per segment

Qualifications:

* Bachelor’s degree
* A Masters Degree preferably an MBA will be an added advantage
* Past experience in sales and distribution in telecommunication or FMCG industry will be a distinct advantage
* At least 5 years of progressive experience, 3 of which must be in a management position
* Strong leadership, business acumen and analytical skills

4. Head of International and Roaming
(HIR/MKT/08/2010)
The position reports to the Marketing Director and will be responsible for the International & Roaming Revenues and will drive and direct all initiatives aimed at growing share of Revenues
Responsibilities:

* Direct and lead initiatives to drive international revenues by continuously/ monitoring all drivers for international revenue bucket and develop targeted and segmented initiatives to grow share
* Manage all roaming partnerships, identifies new partners required and resolves all roaming issues raised and creates initiatives to drive roaming revenues
* Roll out of innovative solutions needed to grow roaming and international revenue

Qualifications:

* Bachelor’s degree in IT or Business Information Systems
* An MBA will be an advantage
* Past experience in roaming & long distance call management will be a distinct advantage
* At least 5 years of progressive experience, 3 of which must be in a management position
* Strong leadership, business acumen and analytical skills
* Experience in telecommunications industry will be a distinct advantage

5. VAS Manager
(VAS/MKT/08/2010)
The position Reports to the Head of Broadband & VAS and will be responsible for revenue growth of the entire portfolio of Value Added Services for all segments
Responsibilities:

* lead initiatives aimed at driving VAS revenues including SMS
* Roll out of innovative VAS solutions
* Create and manage winning partner ships with key stakeholders, service providers; and internal IT & Network department

Qualifications:

* Bachelor’s degree in IT or Business information Systems
* A Masters Degree preferably of an MBA will be an advantage
* At least 4 years progressive experience in a Managerial Function
* Leadership, business acumen and analytical skills
* Telecommunications or information technology industry experience will be an added advantage

6. Enterprise Broadband Leader
(EBL/MKT/08/2010)
The position reports to the Broadband Manager and will be responsible for the revenue and solutions growth in the enterprise broadband portfolio.
Responsibilities:

* Drive and implement all industry specific enterprise broadband Solutions & initiatives to drive overall enterprise broadband revenues working in collaboration with the corporate sales teams
* Roll out of innovative solutions related to Enterprise broadband segments
* Create and manage winning partnerships with key stakeholders and service providers

Qualifications:

* Bachelor’s degree in IT or Business Information Systems
* At least 3 years of progressive experience
* Experience in developing enterprise solutions is a distinct advantage
* Drive for results
* Culturally aware and adept at working across multiple geographies

7. Consumer Broadband Leader
(CBL/MKT/08/2010)
The position reports to the Broadband Manager and will be responsible for the revenue and solutions growth in the consumer broadband portfolio.
Responsibilities:

* Drive and implement relevant consumer broadband Solutions & initiatives to drive consumer broadband revenues
* Roll out of innovative solutions related to consumer broadband segments
* Create and manage winning partnerships with key stakeholders and service providers

Qualifications:

* Bachelor’s degree in IT or Business Information Systems
* At least 3 years of progressive experience
* Experience in telecommunications or information technology industry will be a distinct advantage

8. Portal & Website Coordinator
(PWC/MKT/08/2010)
The position reports to the Broadband Manager and will be responsible for updating and content acquisition for the Portal and other online avenues.
Responsibilities:

* Content acquisition and updating of the Portal
* Drive and implement initiatives to direct traffic to the portal and social pages
* Roll out of relevant innovative initiatives and products
* Create and manage winning partnerships with key stakeholders and service providers

Qualifications:

* Bachelor’s degree in IT or Business Information Systems
* At least 2 years experience
* Telecommunications Experience or information technology industry experience will be an added advantage
* Web development skills

9. Media Manager
(MM/MKT/08/2010)
The position reports to the Head of Marketing Communications and is responsible for the Media and ensuring smooth execution of advertising and media processes.
Responsibilities:

* Maintain up to date advertising, communication and related information
* Facilitate the timely payment process of media and outdoor suppliers, and the advertising agency to ensure the company’s preference with vendors is maintained
* Ensure that approved communication schedules are executed and media booked against agreed plans
* Serves as the key interface between procurement and media suppliers to ensure LPO’s are issued within appropriate business lead times as to facilitate airing of media schedules
* Maintains a monthly expenditure tracker by channel by supplier and update against budget and invoices received
* Support smooth execution of advertising and media, plan whilst working closely with the Marketing Communications Manager
* Track advertising activities and send and generate reports as required

Qualifications:

* At least 4 years work experience in commercial planning, buying and managing multi-channel media
* A University Degree in business administration and/or marketing
* Computer Literate

10. Alternative Channel Acquisition Coordinator
(AQ/MKT/08/2010)
The position reports to the Head of Acquisition.
Responsibilities:

* Assessment and potential evaluation of the alternative channels to access mobile services
* Develop and implemented agreed solutions in collaboration with the sales and distribution teams
* Roll out of innovative solutions in line with this segment

Qualifications:

* A Bachelor’s degree in IT or Business studies
* At least 3 years of progressive experience
* Experience in sales and distribution will be a distinct advantage
* Experience in telecommunications or IT industry will be an added advantage

11. Retention Coordinator
(RC/MKT/08/2010)
The positien reports to the Head of Usage & Retention
Responsibilities:

* Drive and implement relevant retention initiatives for all segments
* Monitor and develop churn reducing initiatives for all segments
* Create and manage winning partnerships with key stakeholders and service providers

Qualifications:

* A Bachelor’s degree
* At least 3 years of progressive experience
* Commercial experience in telecommunication or information technology industry will be an added advantage

12. Prepaid Usage Coordinator
(PRUC/MKT/08/2010)
The position reports to the Head of Usage & Retention.
Responsibilities:

* Continuously monitors all drivers for local prepaid voice revenue/ bucket and develop targeted and segmented initiatives for this revenue bucket
* Owns and updates the local prepaid voice marketing score card, which analyses all the drivers to local revenues
* Actively engages relevant segments development in prepaid voice and ensuring that Zain rollout relevant and segment specific initiatives

Qualifications:

* Bachelor’s degree in business related studies or statistics
* At least 3 years of progressive experience
* Experience in commercial or financial planning in the telecommunications or IT sector will be an advantage
* Proficiency in advanced excel and PowerPoint applications

13. Postpaid Usage Coordinator
(PPUC/MKT/08/2010)
The position reports to the Head of Usage & Retention
Responsibilities

* Continuously monitor all drivers for local postpaid voice revenue bucket and develop targeted and segmented initiatives for this revenue bucket.
* Own and updates the local postpaid voice marketing score card, which analyses all the drivers to local revenues.
* Actively engages relevant segments development in postpaid voice and ensuring that Zain rollout relevant and segment specific initiatives

Qualifications:

* A Bachelor’s degree in a business related studies or statistics
* Experience in commercial or financial planning in the telecommunications or IT sector will be an advantage
* Proficiency in advance excel and PowerPoint applications

14. SMS Revenue Coordinator
(SRC/MKT/08/2010)
The Position reports to the VAS Manager, the SMS revenue coordinator will be responsible SMS revenues and
relevant initiatives that drive revenue growth in this revenue bucket.
Responsibilities

* Continuously monitor all drivers for SMS revenue bucket and develop targeted and segmented initiatives for this revenue bucket
* Own and updates the SMS revenue marketing score card, which analyses all the drivers to local revenues and tracks initiatives
* Actively engages relevant segments in growing SMS revenue and ensuring that Zain rolls out relevant and segment specific initiatives

Qualifications

* Bachelor’s degree in business related studies or statistics
* At least 3 years of progressive experience in a commercial or financial planning role in the telecommunications or IT sector will be an advantage
* Proficiency in advance excel and PowerPoint applications
* Drive for results
* Culturally aware and adept at working across multiple geographies

15. International Coordinator
(IC/MKT/08/2010)
The position reports to the Head of International and Roaming
Responsibility

* Continuously monitor ail drivers for international revenue bucket and develop targeted and segmented initiatives for this revenue bucket
* Own and updates the international revenue marketing score card, which analyses all the drivers to international revenues
* Actively engages relevant segments in development segment specific international solutions

Qualifications:

* Bachelor’s degree in business related studies or statistics
* At least 3 years of progressive experience in a commercial or financial planning role in the telecommunications or IT sector will be an advantage
* Proficiency in advanced excel and PowerPoint applications

16. Revenue Analyst – 3 Positions
(RA/MKT/08/2010)
The position reports to the Business Analysts Manager.
Responsibilities

* Undertake analyses of business activities and outcomes cases and generate reports to aid decision making
* Analyses proposed pricing initiatives for the various segments, to determine their impact on revenues, margins, etc
* Appraises new products and projects that the company is undertaking and participates in post product launch evaluations and generates performance reports
* Conducts monthly customer trend analysis by class of service, usage by destination and time and reports on findings

Qualifications

* A Bachelor’s degree in business related studies or statistics
* A Master’s degree, preferably an MBA, CPA or ACCA qualification is a distinct advantage
* Commercial or financial planning and analysis experience is an advantage
* Proficiency in advanced excel and PowerPoint appKcations

17. Geo-Planning Manager
(GPM/MKT/08/2010)
The position reports to the Head of Revenue and Market Planning.
Responsibilities:

* Gather, analyze and process network coverage and market network requirements and opportunities
* Monitor the effectiveness of site management by gathering information on sates and marketing activity plans that are likely to impact network demand and coordinating with the network planning team to ensure high quality service during and post event
* Monitors performance of sites and provides feedback to the operations team in instances of sub optimal service
* Develops or updates marketing coverage strategy and priority guidelines in accordance with organizational policy, to ensure the marketing objectives are implemented in the network rollout by the Technical team
* Exploring, creating and extending mapping related solutions to other functional divisions within commercial department for improved efficiency

Qualifications

* Bachelor’s degree in Business studies, Research, Land Economics or Geography
* At least 4 years experience in Research or Monitoring and Evaluation and/or planning in a commercial setting, 3 years with Advanced Degree or ACCA / CPA
* Working Knowledge of Map-info and other GIS and Statistical analysis software

18. Geo-Planning Analyst
(GPA/MKT/08/2010)
The position reports to the Geo-Panning Manager.
Responsibilities

* Gather, analyze and process network coverage and market network requirements and opportunities
* Monitor the effectiveness of site management by gathering information on sales and marketing activity plans that are likely to impact network demand and coordinating with the network planning team to ensure high quality service during and post event
* Monitors performance of sites and provides feedback to the operations team in instances of sub optimal service
* Develops or updates marketing coverage strategy and priority guidelines in accordance with organizational policy, to ensure the marketing objectives are implemented in the network rollout by the Technical team
* Exploring, creating and extending mapping related solutions to other functional divisions within commercial department for improved efficiency

Qualifications

* Bachelor’s degree in Business studies, Research, Land Economics or Geography
* At least 2 years experience in Research or Monitoring and Evaluation and/or planning m a commercial setting, 1 years with Advanced Degree
* Working Knowledge of Map-info and other GIS and Statistical analysts software

19. Manager – Business Planning and Management Reporting
(BPM/FIN/08/2010)
The position reports to the Chief Finance Officer.
Responsibilities:

* Define, implement and maintain budgets and business planning models, guidelines, tools and best practices
* Preparation of quarterly forecasts
* Compile and evaluate the operating company’s actual performance results against operating plans, budgets and forecasts and analyze deviations

Qualifications:

* Bachelors Degree in Finance or Accounting, CPA (K) or ACCA (finalist)
* 5 years relevant work experience
* 2-3 Years of leadership experience
* Excellent technical knowledge of budgeting, financial statements and financial analysis processes

20. Manager – Procurement
(PM/FIN/08/2010)
The position reports to the Chief Finance Officer
Responsibilities:

* Contribute to the formulation, implementation and maintenance of procurement and logistic strategy by implementing sound policies and procedures in order to drive the performance of the operation by enhancing cost reduction, growth, organizational development coupled with an effective supplier base
* Ensure that defined procurement policies and procedures are strictly adhered to within the operation
* Liaise between the operation and suppliers/vendors thus the custodian of accurate cost and pricing information as well as contractual obligations

Qualifications:

* University Degree in business or related field;
* At least 5 years leadership experience in a similar position

21. Manager- Revenue Assurance & Fraud Management
(RAFM/FIN/08/2010)
The position reports to the Chief Financial Officer and will be responsible for the integrity of revenue compliance in the revenue chain, identifying and preventing revenue leakages.
Responsibilities:

* Conducts extensive periodic checks and controls over Prepaid Assurance, Postpaid Assurance, VAS Assurance, Network Assurance and New Product Assurance .
* Develops policies, procedures and processes framework for early detection and prevention of Revenue leakages

Qualifications:

* A University Degree in any related field
* Hands-on Revenue Assurance skills, SQL / Oracle experience must
* At least 5 years experience in a similar position

22. Manager – Financial Reporting
(RM/FIN/08/2010)
The Position reports to the Accounting manager.
Responsibilities:

* Ensures the integrity of revenue throughout the revenue chain, identifying and preventing revenue leakages and fraud
* Conducts extensive periodic checks and controls over Prepaid Assurance, Postpaid Assurance, VAS Assurance, Network Assurance and New Product Assurance
* Develops policies, procedures and processes framework for early detection and prevention of Revenue leakages

Qualifications:

* University Degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA K or equivalent}
* Excellent knowledge of all accounting functional areas
* 4 years experience in a complex reporting environment

23. Revenue Accountant
(RA/FIN/08/2010)
The Position reports to the Financial Accounting Manager.
Responsibilities:

* Consolidate and analyze the company’s direct revenues streams for purposes of management reporting
* Liaise between Finance, revenue assurance and IT with a view to ensuring accurate revenue reporting
* Reconcile the billing system output and general ledger bookings
* Define revenue cycle controls and ensure compliance

Qualifications:

* A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance. (CPA K or equivalent)
* Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office, ERP and billing systems
* Four years experience in revenue reporting

24. Project Accountant
(PA/FIN/08/2010)
The Position reports to the Freed Assets manager.
Responsibilities:

* Project tracking including WIP Monitoring deployment and capitalization
* Asset Tracking
* Manage tagging and Fixed assets verification

Qualifications:

* University Degree in Accounting, Finance, Engineering or any other related field (CPA K or equivalent)
* At least 3 Years experience m fixed assets project accounting

25. Territory Managers – 8 Positions
(TM/SAL/08/2010)
The Position reports to the Regional Manager.
Responsibilities:

* Drive the set sales and revenue targets through distributors, retailers and other partners
* Implement sales and distribution activities in the territory to ensure availability and visibility of Zain products
* Work with and support partners and retailers to build trade equity in the territory
* Sell products and services directly to customers

Qualifications:

* A University Degree
* Knowledge and Experience in Sales
* Able to work under minimum supervision
* IT literacy
* Valid Driving License

If you meet the above requirements, send your resume and application letter quoting the job reference number to hr.ke@zain.com. All applications must be delivered on or before COB Monday 9th August 2010.

The trade marks ZAIN – A WONDERFUL WORLD and all similar trademarks are used temporarily under license from Mobile Telecommunications Company K.S.

Veg Masters Ltd Jobs in Kenya

A food manufacturer would like to fill the following positions:

Sales Manager

* Min 3 years experience in FMCG

Sales Executives

* Min 2 years experience in FMCG

Receptionist

* Min 2 years experience.

A requirement for all the above positions:

* A degree from a recognised university preferably in Marketing

Skills:

* Ability to meet set targets.
* Self driven individuals who require min supervision
* Must have excellent communication
* Must be a team player.
* Computer literate

Applicants should submit their resume by 13th August 2010 to the following address

P.O Box3953 00506 Nairobi
sales@vegmasterskenya.net

Waumini Sacco Accounts Assistants (2 Posts) Jobs in Kenya

Waumini Co-operative is a national fast growing Sacco based in Nairobi offering financial services to members. We intend to fill the above positions:

The position holders will be reporting to Accountant and will be responsible for the following:

* Processing payments in cash, bank transfers, cheques, etc.
* Loans processing.
* Efficient management of delinquent loan
* Bank reconciliations
* Assist the FOSA Accountant in day to day running of FOSA.

Minimum qualifications: -

* Holders of CPA Part I
* High degree of arithmetic accuracy and attention for details
* Two years working experience in finance especially in FOSA.
* Computer literate
* Good interpersonal skills
* Must have worked with recognized financial software.
* Should be between 21 and 28 years of age.
* Possess a valid certificate of good conduct.

The above position is on a 2 years renewable contract.

If you meet the above qualifications please click here to fill the Job Application Form and send it together with your C.V and names of three work related referees to: hr@wauminisacco.com before 19th August 2010.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for subsequent interviews.

DEG Office Administrator Job in Kenya

DEG – Deutsche Investitions–und Entwicklungsgesellschaft mbH (‘DEG”) is a fully owned subsidiary of KfW Bankengruppe (www.deginvest.de), one of Europe’s largest finance and consultancy institutions for private
sector development in Africa and other regions worldwide.

As part of Germany’s development co-operation, our aim is to promote economic growth and raise living standards in partner countries by supporting promising business initiatives. We focus on establishing and developing efficient private enterprises through among other things, mobilisation of long term investment capital and the provision of technical expertise.

DEG’s services include investment consultancy, project finance in the form of long term loans and equity capital, and active project support.

The Office Administrator is the first point of contact for DEG‘s clients and stakeholders and is responsible for:

* Office Management including usual secretarial duties, filling, maintaining the office diary and acting as the first contact person for the office for any external enquiries
* Support to any KfW/DEG missions and experts in terms of logistics and organisation
* Organise frequent trips of the Director, other colleagues with hotel and flight booking and prepare travel settlement
* Prepare meetings/conferences and minutes of the same on a regular basis
* Work closely with the KfW Office Administrator; this will include procurement of stationary and other items, close liaison for the shared Driver services, etc.
* Bookkeeping for the DEG Regional Office, checking invoices and preparing regular payments to service providers upon approval from the Director
* Manage the office’s accounts and the petty cash, reconcile bank statements monthly and ensure that funds are always sufficiently available
* Update and monitor the project information database CRM and ensure the information flow to the headquarters in Cologne by maintaining a good working relationship with colleagues in Germany

Requirements

* Degree in Business Administration or Secretarial Studies
* 3 – 5 years experience in administration; experience in an financial institution would be an asset
* Strong organisation and administrative skills – attention to detail is essential
* Petty cash management experience
* Excellent computer skills – competency in Microsoft word and excel is essential
* Strong interpersonal and relationship maintenance skills
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills – knowledge of German would be an asset
* Experience in organising events, meeting and travel arrangements

How to apply:

Send your application including a cover letter and detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current remuneration package, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees by close of business 6th August 2010 to

Adept Systems

Management Consultants

P O Box 6416, Nairobi, GPO 00100
Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke
Web: www.adeptsys.biz

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Please note that we do not charge fees for receiving or processing job applications.

Head of Marketing and Fund Raising Job in Kenya

Our client is a fund raising organization head-quartered in Nairobi but with operations in the East African region. Its main mandate is to raise funds to support medical outreach programmes with the ultimate objective of providing health care in hard to reach places in the East African region. It also has a number of health related projects it supports. The Head of Marketing & Fund-raising that we seek is going to be based in Nairobi but will cover the whole region.

The position holder will be expected to effectively manage the marketing and fund-raising functions and deliver the agreed upon fund-raising targets. The organization raises funds using non-traditional methods, the only exception being membership sales; as such, the individual will be expected to be highly innovative.

The core responsibilities for this position will include:

* Developing and implementing the marketing, fund-raising and communication strategy and budget in line with the strategic plan.
* Raising the organization’s profile and increasing its visibility with the aim of positioning it as a prime fund-raising organization. This includes the website as a key communication pillar, increasing the membership base and ensuring satisfactory service provision to members.
* Guiding and support the Marketing Officers in the countries/regions in developing their country/regional activity plans and performance targets.
* Setting performance targets for the sales teams i.e. marketing and retail, and guide and support them in the development and implementation of their activity plans aimed at achieving the said targets.
* Developing new products and continuous review of existing products to ensure relevance and ultimately increase their fund raising potential.
* Take charge of the effective management of the marketing and fund-raising team; this will include involvement in their recruitment, training & development, performance management and discipline.

Requirements:

* Business degree (B Com Marketing preferred)
* Professional marketing and/or sales qualification such as CIM
* 3 – 5 years experience in an active marketing environment; experience in non-traditional fund raising methodology will be a definite advantage
* Planning and organisation skills; experience in strategic planning will be an added advantage
* People management skills including target setting and performance monitoring
* Event management experience
* Proven ability to develop and maintain effective work relationships with finance, administration and external strategic partners

How to apply:

Send your application including a cover letter and 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 13th August 2010 to:

Adept Systems
Management Consultants
P O Box 6416, Nairobi, GPO 00100
Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke
Web: www.adeptsys.biz

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Please note that we do not charge fees for receiving or processing job applications.

Insurance Industry Company IT Manager Job in Kenya

Our client is a growing company making great strides in the Insurance Industry. They are currently looking to recruit a suitable, qualified, and experienced individual to join their team as an I.T Manager.

Role Objective:

He/she will establish and implement an efficient and effective I.T network, I.T infrastructure to deliver exceptional service to the customers.

Responsibilities:

* To head the successful implementation of the Pemia Product throughout the organization
* Create and update technical documents including designing and installing them
* Establish policies and procedures to ensure integrity and quality of the project
* Make recommendations to enhance and co ordinate implementation activities as well as standards to be used for software implementation throughout the company
* To provide advice and training to end users of the products
* Oversee the administration and maintenance of the company’s infrastructure and direct more officers when necessary
* Oversee troubleshooting, systems back ups, archiving and disaster recovery and to provide expert support when necessary.

Requirements:

* Bachelors’ degree in Computer Science or related field; an Advanced Diploma in Computer Science will be an added advantage
* A minimum of 3 years experience and working knowledge of Oracle Software/ Oracle Certification will be an added advantage
* Posses a strong understanding of software implementation principals and practices.
* Minimum 3-5 years experience in systems administration within the Insurance Industry.
* Insurance underwriting knowledge and experience of insurance software applications
* Ability to perform software implementation tasks in a professional and effective manner

How to apply:

Send your application including a cover letter and 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 9th August 2010.

Adept Systems
Management Consultants
P O Box 6416, Nairobi, GPO 00100
Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke

Corporate Operations Manager Job Vacancy in Kenya

Our client is seeking to fill a Corporate Operations Manager position.

Division/ Department: Corporate
Reports to: Corporate Director

Purpose of the position

To oversee all the operations and practices of the Corporate Department while deputizing the Corporate Director.

Key Result Areas:

* Oversee and manage all aspects of the day-to-day operations of the Corporate Department, ensuring operations are in sync with strategy.
* Take a leadership role in the establishment of performance indicators, and monitoring of performance against goals
* Develop effective internal controls including budget setting and tracking, expenditure approvals processes, record-keeping and reporting, and liaise with Finance on the preparation of accurate and timely monthly financial statements.
* Responsible for ensuring Stakeholder reports are timeously & accurately prepared for the relevant committees.
* Develop and administer personnel-related policies and practices. Take a lead role in the development of staff performance objectives and in the evaluation of performance against organizational goals. Provide coaching and counseling where necessary
* Foster a staff culture that supports the Department’s strategy
* Ensure that the organization’s Best Practices are replicated across department
* Ensure compliance with any and all requirements for funders and regulatory bodies.
* Ensure effective resourcing of department and constant service delivery to clients

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

* Bachelor of Business degree, CFA/Actuarial will be an added advantage
* At least 5 years relevant management experience
* Good Leadership & Management Skills.
* Excellent Communication Skills.
* Sound understanding of Investment Business.

Please send your CV and remuneration details to: theleadrecruiter@gmail.com

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Safaricom Senior Manager - Decision Support Job Vacancy in Kenya

We are pleased to announce the following vacancy within the Finance Division. In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below:

Senior Manager - Decision Support
Ref: FIN – BPFDS – AUG10

Reporting to the Head of Department – Business Planning & Forecasting, the job holders role will be to provide simple and easy to understand, analytical and insightful financial support and information for all internal business decisions by partnering with the different divisions in a proactive manner to drive faster turnaround of product offerings, capital investments and enhanced benchmarking for key business activities & processes.

The job holder’s key responsibilities will be to:

* Establish a project methodology with stakeholders across the business to ensure any input required from decision support is well thought through, is timely and built into all project deliverables.
* Manage and track post project implementation to ensure returns as anticipated during project formulation are achieved.
* Develop and enhance the capital budgeting model to make it easy to review and use.
* Ensure ROI for all asset categories is properly defined and enhanced to drive returns for capital investments
* Attend all CDI monthly review meetings on behalf of Business Planning & Forecasting to ensure development of the budget plan takes into consideration issues highlighted under CDI as requiring improvement and their impact on the budget.
* Implement procedures to drive timely comparison and reconciliation of information received from various systems that are used in statistical reporting from the Business intelligence system.
* Manage implementation of all new processes introduced within the department in line with ISO standards.
* Review all information security protocols regarding access and use of information generated from business planning for security and align the risk information plans to recommended standards by the risk management division.
* Represent the Business Planning & Forecasting department in the launch of new products and identify areas where integration of information into the Business Intelligence system will be required.
* Manage and develop staff reporting to you.

The ideal candidate should possess the following skills and Competencies:

* Qualified Accountant with CPA (K)/ACCA/CIMA/ACA with an honors degree from a recognized university; OR a reputable internationally recognized 1st degree but with an MBA /CFA /IT qualification;
* 5-7 years accounting experience in an international company or FMCG;
* A minimum of 2 years management experience with exposure in overseeing business analytics and projects investment;
* Demonstrated proficiency in project management;
* Thorough understanding of the International Financial Reporting Standards and experience in application and enforcement of the standards at the workplace;
* Ability to lead and co-ordinate projects to completion;
* Ability to critically analyze processes and systems for enhancement of efficiencies and performance;
* Experience in planning and budgeting with a clear demonstration of strong analytical ability;
* Experience in corporate reporting for financial and management information;
* Good working knowledge of MS Office applications is a must; with a working knowledge of a computerized accounting system preferably Oracle applications;
* Self- drive for results;
* Ability to influence and advise stakeholders, peers and the Safaricom Executive Committee EXCO;
* Good problem solving, analytical and decision making skills;
* A highly credible, strategic focused individual;
* Good communication and interpersonal skills;
* High level of Initiative and self-drive; a team player.

If you are up to the challenge, posses the necessary qualifications and experience, please send your resume and application letter indicating why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title and Ref No to the address below.

All applications must be received on or before Friday 13th August 2010;

The Senior Manager – Talent Acquisition
Safaricom Limited

Via email to:
hr@safaricom.co.ke

Human Resource Associates Jobs in Kenya

A growing HR Consulting firm in Nairobi seeks HR Associates to work with on a project basis.

The Associates will be called upon when engagements are available. Engagements vary the spectrum of HR functions to include Recruitment, Job Evaluations, HR Audits, Development of Policies, Training etc.

The ideal Associates will possess knowledge of current HR practices and trends. They will have excellent leadership, business acumen, decision making and communication skills. They will be thoroughly conversant with employment legislation and will have the personality to operate effectively at all levels.

Qualifications

* Bachelors Degree in Human Resource Management

Experience

* At least 2 years prior experience in a HR capacity

Competencies

* Excellent oral and written communication skills
* Good administrative and coordination skills
* Ability to learn quickly and comply with set performance standards
* Good budgeting and financial management skills
* Good people management skills
* Good networking and relationship building skills
* Proficient in MS Word, Excel and Online Research

If you meet the above criteria, and would like to be a part of the team, please send an application with a detailed C.V stating your experience, qualifications, and specific HR areas of expertise or interest, list of at least 3 referees, day-time telephone numbers and email address to :- jobs@truenorthcareermap.com on or before Friday, 14th August, 2010.

Only short listed candidates will be acknowledged

Save the Children UK - Human Resources & Administration Officer – Wajir East Kenya Job Re-Advertisement

Save the Children UK is a leading international child rights organization, fighting to improve the lives of children in the UK and 50 countries around the world. Together with children, we are helping to build a better world for present and future generations by making a reality of children’s rights.

Save the Children UK in Kenya works in the North Eastern Province (Dadaab, Wajir and Mandera) with Programmes in Child Protection, Nutrition, Livelihoods and Health.

We are seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of HR& Administration Officer in our Wajir East Office. This is a one year fixed term contract.

Job Purpose

The purpose of the position is to coordinate and manage all human resources requirements for Save the Children (UK) – Wajir East Area office and implement national policies in accordance with Save the Children (UK) policies and practices.

Key accountabilities

* Supervise closely Wajir East staff leave status i.e annual leave, sick leave, compassionate leave, paternity/maternity, TOIL and R&R , ensuring regular updating of the leave database and status report sent out to line managers, track leave in coordination with the HR Manager in Nairobi and advice accordingly.
* Prepare local employment contracts for Wajir staff upon appointment and maintain an effective contract planning mechanism, ensuring staff are issued with extension letter where required and liaise with the HR Manager.
* Manage Wajir staff employment contracts records; liaise with the HR Manager to ensure timely renewal.
* Facilitate and Administer staff medical insurance, ensuring employee insurance eligibility list is current.
* Line management of field support staff.
* Update and maintain SCUK Wajir staff contact list and organizational chart and send to HR Manager in Nairobi on a regular basis.
* Assist in the development of induction plans and processes for Wajir East staff; ensure that staff are aware of policies and best practices relating to their employment. Follow up induction evaluation procedures for monitoring the effectiveness of the induction processes and feedback to line managers and HR Manager.
* Monitor staff movements between field offices together with the Field thematic managers and Admin Assistant incharge of travel arrangements and advise NBO accordingly
* Support the field office manager in providing HR advice and assistance with Local recruitment, selection and training, ensuring the correct processes are followed.
* Provide support to supervisors and staff on objective setting, performance review and drawing performance development plan therefore ensuring that it is happening in a timely and effective way.

Person Specification
Essential

* A Degree in Human Resources Management or Social Sciences from a recognized University and Diploma in Human Resources.
* At least two year’s relevant experience in HR/Admin within a busy organisation
* Knowledge of current Kenya employment legislation
* Good communication and interpersonal skills
* Good people management and reporting skills
* Proficiency in working with computers particularly spreadsheets and word processing
* Excellent report writing and investigative skills.
* Experience of working within a team and team building
* Ability to work within a multi-cultural setting

Desirable

* NGO experience
* Basic financial skills especially in budgeting

If you meet the above requirements, please send a cover letter and your detailed CV indicating your current salary with current contacts of three referees including immediate supervisor addressed to:

Head of Human Resources,
Save the Children UK, Kenya Programme
email: jobskenya@scuk.or.ke

not later than 13th July, 2010.

Quote the job title on the subject line.

Due to the urgency to fill this position, shortlisting will be done as CVs are received.

The successful candidate will be expected to report immediately.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Save the Children (UK) recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to equal employment opportunities and the protection of children from abuse.

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Kenyans overwhelmingly Passes the New constitution As implementation be


Work to start implementing the new constitution started on Thursday with civil service boss Francis Muthura convening a meeting

Nearly 70 per cent of Kenyans, who voted in the August 4 referendum, endorsed the new law, according to provisional results.

Convened in the morning at the Office of the President, the meeting also prepared the ground for the address by President Kibaki, Prime Minister Raila Odinga and Vice-President Kalonzo Musyoka on the steps of the Kenyatta International Conference Centre Thursday afternoon.

The Commonwealth secretariat, which coordinates activities between the United Kingdom and a grouping of former British colonies, has sent experts to Nairobi to assess how the organisation could help. Mr Kamlesh Sharma, a representative of the Club’s secretary-general, met with Attorney General Amos Wako.

President Kibaki said a date when the new constitution will be promulgated, will be announced later. He has 14 days within which to sign the new constitution into law. He said: “I call on all to ensure the successful implementation of the new constitution”. He assured those opposed to sections of the new constitution that their views will be taken into account.

Mr Odinga said: “Change has finally come to our land. It has come because we refused to give up. It has come because finally, we agreed to work together.”

Mr Musyoka said: “This nation is entering the dawn of a fantastic new beginning and renewal.”

As the leaders and the public celebrated victory, the Attorney General’s office, the Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs and the Office of the President were locked in meetings to ensure the smooth transition from the current constitution to the new dispensation.

The meetings focused on the next steps that have to be taken in line with the roadmap to a new constitution, which stipulate the events that have to take place from today until the new constitution becomes fully operational by 2012.

Mr Wako said that his office was scrutinising drafts of various laws that Parliament is meant to pass to pave way for the new constitution to come into force. Immediately after the President promulgates the new Constitution and gazettes it, the AG’s office and Parliament will ensure 49 Bills are passed.

Among the Bills to be passed are those on culture, land, consumer protection, ethics and anti-corruption, election disputes, vetting of judges and magistrates, support for county governments and election of the Speaker of county assemblies. “The Attorney General is very ready. I am very focused on the numerous legislations which are supposed to be enacted to bring into force the new constitution,” he said.

In addition, the AG is also assembling a team of drafters from his office, Parliament and the Kenya Law Reform Commission. This is because some of the laws are complicated and require the experience of drafters who have worked on similar Bills elsewhere.

As soon as counting is finished and the results officially declared, the Interim Independent Electoral Commission (IIEC) will immediately publish the new constitution in the Kenya Gazette.

The President will be the first to take a new oath of office in line with the new constitution, followed by Vice-President Kalonzo Musyoka, ministers, MPs, Speaker Kenneth Marende and deputy Speaker Farah Maalim.

Mr Odinga, who will take a fresh oath of office as the Lang’ata MP, will not be sworn in as the PM since the office was scrapped under the new constitution. However, he will continue to serve as PM until 2012. All Armed Forces chiefs, Police Commissioner Mathew Iteere, and all judges will also be required to take oaths.

Freshly sworn MPs

The freshly-sworn MPs will be required to pass the 49 Bills, which are necessary to bring into force the new set of laws.

Among the changes are a bicameral Parliament consisting of the National Assembly and Senate, 47 county governments established countrywide to manage local affairs, a Salaries and Remuneration Commission to determine salaries of all public servants and channelling of 15 per cent of all national revenue to counties.

Others include placing the Regular Police and Administration Police under one Inspector-General, appointments of ministers from outside Parliament, dual citizenship, a Supreme Court to hear presidential petitions and review Court of Appeal rulings, guaranteeing women one third of all leadership at national and county levels, and civil service, and an Equalisation Fund to address imbalances in marginalised areas.