By Tabitha Makumi
The word social entrepreneur is no rigmarole, all a social entrepreneur means is a person who sees a social problem and uses entrepreneurial principles to organize, create, and manage a social venture.
Ms Chelimo Fatuma Okeke remembers an incident at Guru Nanak Sikh Hospital in which a patient was rushed in after reacting to Penicillin, a condition called Stevens Johnsons Syndrome in medical parlance. After the case was handled successfully, Ms Omeke had many questions lingering through
her mind and through that she created an E-med facility of which she is the MD at only 33.
Could you be one step away from becoming your own boss and having the initial C.E.O enjoined in your name? Anything is possible; I will tell you how you can do just that.
Have a Plan.
The plan needs to articulate the problem the business proposes to solve, a vision for how that will be accomplished, and what uniquely qualifies the enterprise to do that. The plan should also include an introduction to the management team, a marketing plan, a product development schedule, and financial forecasts, including cash requirements.
Know Your Issue.
What problem are you going to tackle? The first step to becoming a social entrepreneur is identifying a social problem in need of a solution. Like with any business, it makes more sense to create a product around a known problem, rather than creating a product and then deciding which problem it may be able to solve.
Aspiring social entrepreneurs need not look too far to find social issues in need of solving: poverty, hunger, poor education, environmental damage, political suppression, disease, and social inequality are just a few problems that readily present themselves.
Know Your Customer
For a social venture you should know who your donors or sponsors are going to be. Who are willing to be with your venture for the long haul? They are the kind of people who are going to help you out as you start out. They have no financial gain from your venture and are only helping you out for the goodness of their heart and love for humanity.
Run It As A Business.
Focus! This is not a blog you are starting up for fun, it’s a business which is going to give you a name or maybe make you rich. Even for charities to be successful they have to be run in a way that usual businesses are run and that’s why I started by saying you should have a business plan as you embark on the journey of becoming a social entrepreneur.
Stay Committed.
Solving a problem is not a honeymoon. It requires determination and commitment. The biggest lesson a social entrepreneur must learn is that he or she can’t go it alone and you might need some sponsorship. With an online product that aims to solve an offline issue, results aren’t immediate, so you have to be patient. Finally, social issues aren’t often the easiest problems to be tackled in the digital world. It takes a committed entrepreneur to make an impact on the society.
Senior Applications Support Analyst at British-American Investments Company
Location: Nairobi
Description:
Senior Applications Support Analyst at British-American Investments Company (Britam) in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
British-American Investments Company (Kenya) Ltd. (Britam) is one of East Africa’s leading financial services provider, offering life insurance, health insurance and property/casualty insurance products as well as unit trust, asset management and property investment. The company is listed on the Nairobi Securities Exchange. As part of our growth strategy and to strengthen the team to achieve our ambitious performance objectives, we are seeking to fill the following positions with individuals who are proactive, self driven and who can apply their knowledge, diligence, and experience to contribute to the achievement of our mission which is to provide outstanding financial services to our customers.
SENIOR APPLICATIONS SUPPORT ANALYST – REF: BAG/IT/7
Nature and Scope of Work
Reporting to the Assistant Manager Applications Support the incumbent will be responsible for Administration, maintenance maintaining, supporting, and upgrading existing systems and applications and reinforce quality standards and adherence to business best practice, adding value to business processes and significantly contributing to the operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide first line and second line support and maintenance services to all business applications. Proactive monitoring of various production systems for performance, availability and other critical parameters
- Ensure adequate monitoring systems that provide timely, accurate, real-time, and historical data on performance and other critical parameters
- Maintenance and administration of all business applications
- Ensure business applications are adequately sized to meet SLA’s with the business
- Ensure data quality and integrity in all business applications
- Document and update processes and procedures in use for business applications
- Providing and monitoring SLAs and OLAs
- Provide expert management of business applications incidents, root cause analysis, management of problems and closure of recurring incidents
- Creating system testing requirements and high quality supportability requirements
- Testing new products and systems functionality before deployment into production environments
Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience
- Degree in science/Engineering/Computer Science
- IT Service Management – ITIL Certification
- Minimum of 3+ years’ experience in a networked and dynamic IT environment, 2+ years Knowledge of applications support and database administration
- Familiarity with Knowledge of software, hardware, systems administration, and network technology
- Strong technical skill/knowledge in business applications especially CRM and Enterprise systems
- Self-motivated, self-starter who works well in a fast pace, growth orientated entrepreneurial environment
- Advanced Knowledge in SQL
- Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment is crucial
Key Skills/Specialization: SQL
How to apply:
Please visit http://careers.britam.co.ke
Deadline for applications is 15th March, 2013
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
11 College Dropouts Who Became Billionaires
These college dropouts are great examples of flunkers who can achieve success against the odds. They prove that if you work hard then you can be successful no matter what. Even if you are from a not so rich family, even if you decide to leave college, if you have enough drive and focus you can make your dreams come true.
1. Bill Gates – $56 Billion
Education: Dropped out of Harvard.
Success: Co-Founder of Microsoft, Major Philanthropist.
2. Larry Ellison – $39.5 Billion
Education: Dropped out of University of Illinois Champagne-Urbana.
Success: Founder of Oracle, A Major Software Enterprise Company.
3. Sheldon Adelson – $23.3 Billion
Education: Dropped out of City College Of New York.
Success: Sheldon Adelson is the Chairman & CEO of the Las Vegas Sands Corp, the parent company of Venetian Macao Limited which operates the Venetian Resort Hotel Casino and the Sands Expo & Convention Center
4. Michael Dell – $14.6 Billion
Education: Dropped out of University Of Texas, Austin.
Success: Founder of Dell Computers.
5. Paul Allen – $13.5 Billion
Education: Dropped out of Washington State University.
Success: Co-Founder of Microsoft, owner of Seattle Seahawks and Portland Trailblazers, Major Philanthropist.
6. Mark Zuckerberg – $13.5 Billion
Education: Dropped out of Harvard.
Success: Founder of Facebook. Youngest billionaire in history
7. Francois Pinault – $8.7 Billion
Education: Dropped out Of Saint-Martin school, in Rennes.
Success: Owner of Converse Shoes, Samsonite Luggage. Majority shareholder of brands such as Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent and Puma
8. Steve Jobs (R.I.P) – $8.3 Billion
Education: Dropped out of Washington University.
Success: Founder of Enterprise Rent-A-Car.
9. Ralph Lauren – $5.8 Billion
Education: Dropped out of Baruch College.
Success: Founder of Ralph Lauren Clothing
10. David Geffen – $5.1 Billion
Education: Dropped out of University Of Texas, Austin.
Success: Record executive, founder of Asylum Records and one of the three founders of DreamWorks.
11. Ronald Wayne Burkle – $3.2 Billion
Education: Dropped out of California State Polytechnic.
Success: Supermarket magnate, Invested in Sean John (Diddy’s Clothing Line) & American Apparel
Sales Marketing Kenyan Jobs. Front Office Sales Executive
Our client, a leading Hardware Supplies company in Kenya is looking to hire hard working and dynamic individuals for the following positions:
Front Office Sales Executive
Salary: Kshs. 25,000 – Kshs. 30,000
Position Description
Deliver sales numbers as per an agreed Sales Plan.
Develop a go-to-market plan for the assigned territory with direct responsibility on revenue generation and forecasting of revenue growth opportunities
Execute the direct sales strategy in conjunction with the production and operation teams and drive the processes and metrics among all functional areas responsible for and necessary to complete sales and deliver an executed contract
Build key management level relationships throughout assigned account base and champion their reference-ability for the company and its associated products
Accountable for the end-to-end order process including the management of all associated processes and their relevant metrics. To ensure proper handover of associated documents to the Operations Team
Provide management with detailed regular reports indicating progress of all sales, renewals, and new business
Partner with the relevant Marketing and Shared services team to drive and execute various marketing and lead generating campaigns for the assigned territory (Market development)
Position Requirements
A minimum of 2 years successful front desk experience in hardware and building supplies sales and marketing
A university degree or a diploma in sales
Sales track record of exceeding sales targets
Expertise in new business development and in devising, presenting and closing high-level enterprise wide trading solutions
Self-motivated team player, proficient technical proposal and RFP generation
Field Sales Executive – Nairobi
(Kshs. 35,000 – Kshs. 40,000 plus car)
Position Description
Present and sell company products and services to potential clients/projects and pursue projects.
Manage and co-ordinate clients and project managers.
Co-ordinate with sales and marketing manager and sales department to develop and implement marketing plans to meet revenue targets.
Compile field sales reports on a daily, weekly and monthly basis.
Understand and identify market trends.
Position Requirements
A minimum of 2 years successful experience in hardware and building supplies sales and marketing
A university degree or a diploma in sales
Sales track record of exceeding sales targets
Expertise in new business development and in devising, presenting and closing high-level enterprise wide trading solutions
Self-motivated team player, proficient technical proposal and RFP generation
Applications for these jobs should be sent to jobs@jantakenya.com by C.O.B. Friday, 7th December, 2012.
Kindly state the job applied for on the subject line.
Do not attach certificates.
Failure to follow instructions will lead to instant disqualification.
Canvassing will not be allowed.
Job Title: Business Development / Enterprise Consultant
Reporting to: The Head of Corporate Business
Location: Kampala Uganda
Position open to Uganda Nationals ONLY
Job Role: the Enterprise Consultant will be responsible for all sales activities, from lead generation through to close in the assigned strategy.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop annual business plan in conjunction with Head of Corporate Sales
- Manages assigned key accounts to ensure achievement of customer satisfaction, revenue generation, and long-term account goals
- Responsible for the Sales of the Company’s suite of products and services with a focus on the high end corporate market
- Develop, manage and up sell to a database of qualified key accounts; maintain accurate records of all sales and prospecting activities
- Create and conduct effective proposal presentations and RFP responses
- Responsible for sourcing and developing client relationships and referrals in key accounts
- Responsible for identifying and building effective Influence Networks with professional affiliations
- Collaborate with others to solve problems creatively and demonstrate high integrity
- Proactively establish and maintain effective working team relationships with all support departments
- Bachelor’s degree holder in business, marketing or IT
- 3-5 years of experience in sales in the Applications and ICT industry
- Proven ability to exceed sales quotas
- Experience in selling ICT solutions to large, complex organizations
- Aggressive, self driven over achiever
- Strong understanding of customer and market dynamics and requirements in the ICT industry
- Willingness to travel and work with a dynamic team of professionals
- Possess good technical and product knowledge
- Possess selling skills that allow for effective presentation of products and services
- Demonstrate a complete understanding of pricing and proposal models
- Demonstrate the ability to gather, submit detailed business information for product development
- Demonstrate the ability to carry on a business conversation with business owners and executive decision makers
Oracle ERP Resources, French Speaking
- Process design and configuration
- Client management skills
Meeting Facilitation
Requirements Gathering & Definition - Creating Functional Design Specifications
Writing Use Cases for User Acceptance Testing
Ability to Administer and solve basic user needs on the E-Business Platform. - Manage work intake process and projects
- Strong collaboration skills to work with multiple teams on common issues
- Oracle E-Business Applications Suite 11i and or R12
- Expertise in Finance (GL, AP, AR, CM), Supply Chain (Distribution), HRMS,
- SQL, PL*SQL
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in French
- Ability to provide technical support over the phone; good phone skills, professional demeanor, previous customer service experience strongly desired.
- Good problem solving skills; ability to visualize a problem or situation and think abstractly to solve it.
- Ability to handle constantly changing flow of traffic; remain productive during slow times, be able to multitask effectively during busy times, exercise patience and professionalism during stressful situations.
- Creativity. Ability to think around problems and come up with creative solutions is helpful.
- Ability to work with or without direct supervision.
- Working knowledge of common operating systems and software applications.
- Skills in Analysis, Designing, Coding and Development and should be strong in PL/SQL
Language Ability: Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from clients, 3rd party business partners, and/or dealers from a number of markets.
Oracle Apps Financials: Techno-Functional Consultant
- Have 4 to 7 years in Oracle Financials with at least 3 – 4 full life cycle implementations and overall good domain experience
- Involve in micro to macro management both in functional and technical phases, guide and execute projects.
- Good Skills in Analysis, Designing, Coding and Development and should be strong in PL/SQL
- Commerce Graduates with Industry / Domain experience and good understanding of business flows
- Overall 10 years and minimum 5-7 years of experience in Oracle Apps on all financial modules (AP, AR, GL, CM, FA, OM & PO) and Procure to Pay, Plan to Budget, Revenue to Cash as desired skills
- Must Have: Oracle 11i end-to-end Financial all modules expertise
- Preferably resource should be from implementation/ support/ rollouts in R12
- Should have experience in imparting training; (if not) atleast training the end users
- Possess good communication skills
- Ideal will be candidates out of Oracle University
Location: Nairobi
URL: http://www.singlewindow.go.ke/images/phocadownload/KENTRADE_Head%20Of%20ICT.pdf
Description:
Web Designer at Kenya Trade Network Agency (KENTRADE) in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
Kenya Trade Network Agency (KENTRADE) is a State Corporation whose principal objective is to establish, operationalise and manage the National Electronic Single Window System in Kenya and to facilitate trade.
In order to fulfill the above objectives, the Agency intends to fill the following positions:
HEAD OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY (ICT)
Location : Head Office
Department : Information and Communication Technology(ICT)
Reporting to : General Manager, Operations
Supervises : (i)Data Centre Manager; (ii)Infrastructure Manager; and (iii)Applications Manager
Purpose Of The Job
To develop, implement, and operationalise the electronic Single Window System, and information and communication technology support to all departments and other support functions within the Agency to enable them serve stakeholders in a cost-effective and efficient manner.
Main Tasks And Responsibilities
- Ensures the development and implementation of a comprehensive ICT strategy covering all operations of the Agency;
- Develops and enforces policy and procedures to ensure the protection of the Agency’s IT assets as well as the security and privacy of information;
- Develops and maintains the systems architecture, defining standards and protocol for data exchange, communications, software and interconnection of the Agency’s information systems;
- Oversees the running and maintenance of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP).
- Develops and maintains corporate policies and standards aimed at maximizing operation of ICT systems;
- Approve, coordinate and control all projects related to selection, acquisition, Development and installation of major information systems for the Agency;
- Undertakes research on emerging information and communication technologies to ensure appropriate ICT investment in line with market trends;
- Assures functionality of operating systems, network and applications software for effective communication and puts in place measures which ensure security, privacy and integrity of ICT infrastructure and processes;
- Customizes ICT systems into an interactive infrastructure which enables faster access to data, information and the sharing of ICT resources by users;
- Maintains and/or develops comprehensive databases to provide trade statistics and other information on real-time basis for both internal and external uses;
- Oversees the Development and implementation of ICT systems’ security strategies, policies and procedures as well as the integrity and availability of data;
- Ensures that all information systems and networks operate according to internal standards as well as external accrediting agency standards, regulatory agencies and legal requirements;
- Developing and monitoring the approved annual operating and capital budgets for information and technology systems;
- Leads and drives a culture of innovation and creativity in seeking ICT solutions to organizational challenges and in business processes to facilitate efficient and effective trade transactions; and
- Ensure effective disaster management and recovery strategies and policies are in place;
Minimum Academic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering or Information Systems from a recognized University; and
- Master’s Degree in any of the above disciplines is an added advantage.
Professional Qualifications
- Post-graduate diploma in ICT or a relevant discipline;
- IT Management Certification in hardware or software (MCSE, MCCP, ITIL, Prince, PMP and/or, CISA) from a recognized body; and
- Proficiency in leading edge computing technology, programming, and practical knowledge of Oracle and SQL databases.
Membership
Membership to relevant ICT professional bodies;
Work Experience
At least 10 years’ working experience in a relevant ICT environment.
Other Skills and Personal Attributes Required
- Knowledge of Government Information System (GIS), MS SQL, or Oracle DBA Architecture;
- Knowledge of a Quality management systems(ISO) is desirable;
- Knowledge in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) management;
- Self-motivated, organized and efficient individual;
- Ability to work in a team environment and motivate employees under him; and
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Applications clearly indicating the position applied for and attaching a detailed CV, copies of certificates and testimonials must reach us not later than Monday 14th May 2012, and should be addressed to:-
The Executive Search, Selection & Placement Division
Eliud &Associates (E&A)
4th Floor – Consolidated Bank House, Koinange Street
P.O. Box 9483-00100 Nairobi
Tel: 020-2243623/5
Applications can also be sent electronically to: eliud@eliudassociates.co.ke
Technology Manager at Komaza
Location: Kilifi
URL: http://www.komaza.org/recruiting/
Description:
Technology Manager at KOMAZA in Kilifi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
Wanted: Early-mid career professional to lead technology strategy for a young, international NGO
Industry: Social Business / International Development / Start-Up / Non-profit
TECHNOLOGY MANAGER
Function: Technology
Location: Kilifi, Kenya
Comp/Benefits: Competitive, provides for a comfortable standard of living in Kilifi, Kenya
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Start Date: As soon as available
Overview
KOMAZA is an award-winning non-profit social enterprise working to end rural poverty by developing economic opportunities for smallholder farmers living in Africa’s infertile and drought-prone regions. Founded in 2006 and based in Kenya, our innovative grassroots model dramatically boosts household income for rural families by equipping them with resources, knowledge and market linkages to produce high-value climate-appropriate crops on their previously degraded land.
The Role
As a Technology Manager, you will be responsible for leading technology strategy for KOMAZA. You will partner with other functional teams to drive KOMAZA operations forward by developing appropriate technology solutions.
This is a dynamic position that requires a creative mind combined with a proven ability to get projects up and running.
Technology Manager responsibilities will include:
- Identifying technology trends and opportunities and turning them into impactful projects for all aspects of KOMAZA operations
- Recommending, developing and deploying mobile tools and applications for use by our field staff
- Maintaining and improving KOMAZA’s farmer database while creating & managing resulting data-driven tools and analysis for operations’ monitoring & evaluation
- Developing KOMAZA’s GIS system to widen our base points and build mission-impactful applications on top of our geographic data
- Managing our web strategy – website, blog, wiki and social media channels – with a view to improving visibility, fundraising and recruiting
- Handling day-to-day IT needs at head office and helping to design and roll-out KOMAZA’s network infrastructure for rural offices
- Being an enthusiastic, hands-on technology enthusiast and evangelist with an interest in social enterprise and development
Qualifications
- Education: top performing undergraduate and/or graduate background in Computer Science, Engineering or related fields
- Relevant work experience: 3-5 years of relevant experience in technology with some project management
- Computer skills: at least one programming language in current use, working knowledge of web technologies and languages (e.g. PHP, HTML/CSS, JavaScript), experience with databases and/or a major Relational Data Management System (e.g. MySQL, MS SQL Server, Oracle, Sybase, DB2)
- Analytical skills: exceptional problem solving and analytical skills with impeccable business acumen
- Strong and proactive communicator: personable yet persistent; developing detailed and high-quality work output materials
- Independent manager: self-managing; managing multiple projects and deadlines; taking ownership over independent projects; budgeting; developing work plan, goals, and deadlines
- Problem-solver – at a high- and granular- level: excellent problem-solving and analytical skills and impeccable business judgment; ability to think “big picture” and dig into details
- High-quality execution: executing projects/tasks and implementing recommendations – quickly and with flawless accuracy, with great systematic attention to detail
Preferred:
- Kiswahili
- Experience of hardware maintenance
How to Apply: Please send CV and cover letter to TechManager@KOMAZA.org
Business Development Manager Vacancy in Kenya
- Identify business opportunities in the country and across various key industries including government, corporate, financial and telecommunications sectors.
- Implementing company sales strategies, objectives, targets and plans;
- Manage account opportunities pipeline: broker vendors into opportunities, leverage existing field and telesales efforts to drive account business opportunity.
- Foster a trust-based relationship with key account contacts ensuring the company market share is maintained and opportunities to expand market share are exploited.
- Develop partnership execution plans that convert the potential of the business propositions into near term, measurable success.
- Focus on technical, market and sales development activities required to jointly go to market with complete, competitive solutions for current products.
- Preparation of proposals, tenders, quotes and submitting them.
- Focus on enterprise business (PS, TELCO and Financial Services)
Location: Nairobi
Description:
Assistant Systems Administrator at Resolution Health East Africa Limited in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
ASSISTANT SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR
Resolution Health East Africa Limited is a leading Medical Insurance Provider. With over 60,000 members in our fold, we have learned to adapt in this constantly changing society, and develop products that are effective and relevant to our members. Resolution Health has over 250 medical service providers all across East Africa, a strong network of hospitals, clinics and doctors. We are looking for a highly efficient and effective professional to take up the position of Assistant Systems Administrator.
The jobholder undertakes technical activities in the Systems & Networks section to ensure optimal running of company IT services.
He/she supports activities of disaster recovery, business applications and cost reduction.
Need to do/responsibilities
- Administration and maintenance, including performance tuning, of company servers: Email, DNS, DHCP, wins servers and other domain and addressing services, controlling access to distribution lists.
- Streamlining of support and subscription contracts.
- Storage, backup & recovery management.
- Maintenance of the virtual infrastructure to ensure high availability and performance.
- Documentation of department procedures, systems and networks.
- Administration and maintenance, including performance tuning, of LAN & WAN to pre-empt failures, optimize performance and prevent or clear bottlenecks.
- Administration of company firewalls to ensure that business needs are met while maximizing performance and security.
- Antivirus and Antispyware management.
- Scheduling, along approved guidelines, downtime for company servers and systems for maintenance.
Education and experience
- Bachelor’s degree in an IT related field.
- At least 3 years experience in a busy IT environment.
- Certification in MCSE, MCITP or CISA.
- CCNA certification a requirement.
Required knowledge:
- Excellent people, supervision and problem solving skills.
- Report writing skills and good business English.
Knowledge of:
- SharePoint Server
- Microsoft ISA Server
- Exchange Server
- Cisco WANs, VoIP, WAN optimization
- Symantec AV Enterprise
To apply for this position email your CV application to hrm@resolution.co.ke with the words “Assistant Systems Administrator” in the subject.
Your application should be with us latest 4th May 2012 to be considered.
Position: Systems Analyst
Reporting to the Team Leader Enterprise Applications
Duties and Responsibilities:
System administration and support of Enterprise Applications, including but not limited to Finacle
Core banking and Finacle Treasury
Development, customization of system scripts and reports per users’ requirements
Change Control management for changes made to existing scripts and reports
Defects monitoring and escalation to ensure Enterprise Applications are free of any defects
Handling of day-to-day ICT problems related to the Finacle Core Banking, Finacle Treasury Systems, and other key Systems
Execution of End of Day/Month/Year system batch processes
Proactively participate in controlling and minimizing departmental costs (stationery, telephone, transport)
Identification and recording of identified risks while executing daily departmental activities.
Minimum Qualifications and Experience:
•Bachelor degree in Computer Science/Engineering/Mathematics/Physics or IT related field.
•Diploma qualification with extensive experience will be considered
•Professional Certification such as Oracle Certified Associate/Professional (OCA/OCP), Sun Java Certified Programmer, Cisco Certification etc are desirable.
Personal Profile:
•At least, two years System Administration or Programming experience in a Banking Environment.
•General Banking knowledge and understanding, with at least one-year of practical Banking experience.
•Knowledge of open client / server architecture.
•Good systems troubleshooting skills
•Practical computer programming, preferably using c/c++, java, Oracle tools (SQL*PLUS and PL/SQL) and Unix Shell scripting.
•Time management skills sufficient to work in a fast paced environment on broad range of activities.
•Good communication skills sufficient to communicate effectively with all stakeholders
Email: recruit@odumont.com
Deadline: 24/04/2012
Business Intelligence (BI) Developer Job in Kenya – Bridge International Academies
Position Title: Business Intelligence (BI) Developer
About Bridge International Academies
Bridge International Academies was conceived in 2007 out of the belief that giving every child access to a high quality education would have the greatest impact on reducing poverty worldwide.
With that guiding insight, Bridge International developed a strategy that would enable it to launch a large-scale network of high-quality, ultra low-cost, for-profit primary schools.
Operating a network of schools supported by a strong central headquarters gives Bridge International the scale, experience, and capacity to invest in systems of management, support, training, and innovation that allows individual schools to dramatically increase their effectiveness.
Using this model, Bridge International is able to profitably deliver high-quality education for $4 per child per month. This ensures that its academies will continue to successfully serve its communities as long as parents value the educational service provided.
The first Bridge International Academy launched successfully in Kenya in 2009 and 60 academies will be operating in Kenya in January 2012. Through rapid and strategic expansion, Bridge International will provide a quality education to over a million students in the coming years.
About this Position
The BI developer will be responsible for design, development, testing, maintenance, and support of the corporate data warehouse using Microsoft BI tools and underlying technologies
This individual will also provide enterprise information management expertise with emphasis on data design, access, usage and stewardship to ensure proper governance, security and quality of information assets.
Responsibilities
Business Engagement
Promote the use of Business Intelligence (BI) tools and concepts across the organization
Work with user community to understand business process challenges and identify solution opportunities within Business Intelligence area.
Provide support and expertise to the user community within BIA to assist them to better utilize BI tools and content.
Requirements Gathering
Work with project lead and business users to gather requirements, conduct analysis and prioritize requests.
Translate project requirements into functional and non-functional specifications for BI reports and applications.
Contribute to and support the organization’s Business Intelligence strategy
Data Warehouse Design and Development
Development and implementation of tactical and strategic data warehousing solutions
Work with internal resources during development phases to ensure appropriate knowledge transfer;
Develop, implement and maintain test strategies and plans
BI Application Design and Development
Design and implement multi-dimensional models, including the construction of Data View, Dimensions, and Cubes while adhering to enforced development methodologies.
Design and implement reporting applications including (but not limited to) BI dashboards, reporting cubes and static reports.
Convert existing reporting tools to a standardized reporting infrastructure using SQL and Microsoft products.
Design and implement required interfaces for the data warehouse including to BI tools and other applications used by the business
Data Sources
Day to day management and administration of the enterprise wide Data Warehouse and Business Intelligence solution.
Design and implement the data loading (ETL) and publishing processes within the DW/BI environment
Provide business and technical knowledge and expertise on the Organisation’s core source systems with emphasis on sourcing of data
Participate in data governance for the Organisation’s core source systems to ensure reporting requirements can be met
Data Standards & Governance
Participate in the definition of technical standards and guidelines that pertain to data and information use, security, access and governance.
Identify data quality issues and support the data governance initiative by participating in necessary activities including data profiling.
Ensure a focus on information/data quality by developing and publishing enterprise data standards such as a common business vocabulary, naming conventions, data standards, transformation rules and related enterprise consistency specifications
Ensure the development and documentation of business and technical meta data
Assist in the development of database and development standards.
About You
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related technical field
Three (3) years experience in BI development
Good analytical skills
Strong planning and organizational skills
Experience Required
Must have strong skills in Microsoft SQL Server 2005/2008 including.
SQL Server Integrated Services (SSIS)
SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS)
SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS)
Experienced in developing Business Intelligence solutions (reports, dashboards, scorecards) using Microsoft SSRS, SSAS, and MDX in a data warehousing environment.
Experience in the design and implementation of ETL processes;
Experience developing and running MDX queries
Ability to perform detailed data analysis (i.e. determine the structure, content, and quality of the data through examination of source systems and data samples).
Advanced knowledge of and OLAP technologies and dimensional modelling, including applicability to various reporting problems.
Desirable skills/expertise
Knowledge of any of the following would be advantageous:
BI Tools including ProClarity, MS Performance Point and SPSS Clementine
MS Visual Studio;
MS Sharepoint;
Data Warehousing methodologies especially Kimball ;
You can apply and view detailed job requisitions on the Careers page at www.bridgeinternationalacademies.com
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Technical Officer – Enterprise Development at Community Development Trust Fund
Location: Nairobi
Description:
Technical Officer – Enterprise Development at Community Development Trust Fund in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
Community Development Trust Fund Vacancies
Recruitment of Programme Management Staff for Community Environment Facility(CEF)
Community Development Trust Fund (CDTF) is a joint initiative between the Government of Kenya and the European Union. CDTF is implementing a four year programme, entitled The Community Development Programme phase four (CDP 4). CDP 4 is financed by both the European Union and the Royal Danish Embassy-Danida and consists of two components, the Community Environment Facility II (CEF II) and the Community Development Initiatives (CDI). The overall goal of CEF II component is to support community driven initiatives that reduce threats and conflicts related to natural resources and climate change risk as well as contribute towards the development of low carbon pathways through the development of energy efficiency and renewable energy options.
In order to achieve to this goal, CDTF plans to build its human resource base and invites applications from qualified and experienced Kenyan citizens to fill the following vacant posts:
TECHNICAL OFFICER – ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT
Ref No. CEFII/ED
Reporting to the Programme Manager, Community Environment Facility II (CEF II), the Technical Officer Enterprise Development is expected to contribute to the realisation of the Programme’s goal and objectives.
Overall responsibility:
To promote nature based and livelihood improvement enterprises that contribute to sustainable utilization of natural resources while reducing poverty at the community level.
Specific duties:
- Provide technical support to all income generating initiatives under CEF II including linking communities with the private sector and relevant regulatory government agencies.
- Providing strategic direction in enterprise development issues by carrying out value chain analysis, market and sector-level assessments using systematic approach and standard tools.
- Providing technical support to business start-ups including business plans, feasibility studies and development of legal instruments.
- Advising and guiding beneficiaries in business formalization/registration and compliance with legal requirements including putting standard business systems in place e.g financial records, procurement systems, inventory, supply etc.
- To develop education and awareness creation materials for communities and other stakeholders on areas of enterprise development.
- Assist communities carry out needs assessment for nature based enterprises and plan capacity development.
- Assist beneficiaries mainstream enterprise development issues in community development programmes and employ appropriate methodologies and approaches to ensure that enterprise development issues are conveniently integrated in the project cycle.
- Based on best practices in enterprise development offer beneficiaries technical support through the entire value chain to ensure sustainability and profitability.
- Based on the CEFII funding and operating principles assess projects’ efficiency and effectiveness, equity and fairness with regard to benefit sharing arising from the funded initiative.
- Provide technical assistance and guidance in the promotion of new, innovative and cost-effective technologies relating to nature based enterprises
- Support the design and implementation of participatory monitoring and evaluation frameworks and plans in collaboration with the CEF technical team.
- Prepare programme progress reports on nature based enterprises among other CEF funded projects
- Drafting of Terms of Reference (ToRs), recruitment and supervision of external consultants offering services to projects/Programme
Qualifications and Experience
- Postgraduate degree with specialization in either Natural Resources Management, Nature Based Enterprises, Enterprise Development, Environmental Management, Environmental Economics, or any other relevant field from a recognized university.
- Academic or professional qualification related to enterprise development, environmental economics, and business management and or practical experience in developing and managing enterprises with a good track record in managing community projects involving donor agencies is mandatory.
- Minimum of eight (8) years relevant professional experience in either Natural Resources Management, Environmental Management, Environmental Economics with a bias in enterprise development and management in either or a mix of natural-based enterprise, business development services , enterprise support and business mentoring micro financing.
- Extensive knowledge and exposure in the fields of environmental conservation
- Knowledge of project cycle management (PCM) and hands-on application of the business planning approach
- Knowledge and practical application of field participatory methodologies including Participatory Rural Appraisal(PRA), Sustainable Livelihood Framework (SLF) and field data collection
- Thorough understanding of business plan development, financial analysis, negotiation skills, marketing skills that include capacity building in entrepreneurship.
- Entrepreneur analysis skills including using relevant computer software.
- Knowledge of the current best practices in supporting enterprises including sustainability issues, success and failure factors in enterprises.
- Ability to carry out other forms of market and sector-level assessments using systematic approach and standard tools or awareness of the importance of these assessments and general procedures involved in undertaking them.
- Practical experience that includes capacity building of product and management of groups, associations, cooperatives or other similar beneficiaries in rural areas.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to lead and work effectively in team situations.
- Ability to work independently both in the office and in the field and meet strict deadlines
- Possess testimonials indicating the number and types of enterprises and/or sectors that he/she has had experience with and the success registered.
- Experience with project management at the strategic as well as the operational level
- Minimum 5 years working in donor funded programmes in the area of enterprise development, preferably natured based enterprises
- Skills in participatory methodologies in enterprise development and livelihoods improvement projects.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
Duty station
The duty station will be Nairobi but with frequent field missions taking up to 60% of the total time.
All applicants must be computer literate and have a clean valid driving license for at least three years and should quote the Reference Number of the post they are applying for.
Candidates who meet the above qualifications and experiences should send their applications including detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), copies of academic and professional certificates, names, addresses and e-mails of three referees to:
The Programme Coordinator
Community Development Trust Fund,
Josem Trust House,
P.O. Box 62199 -00200
Nairobi
Closing date for the receipt of application is 25th April 2012 at 5.00pm.
Applicants, who will not have received a response by 30th June 2012, should consider themselves not successful.
Head of Plantation Management (Senior Assistant Director) at Kenya Forest Service
Location: Nairobi
Description:
Head of Plantation Management (Senior Assistant Director) at Kenya Forest Service in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
Kenya Forest Service is a State Corporation established by an Act of Parliament to sustainably manage and conserve all types of forests. The Service seeks to recruit self motivated, dynamic and results oriented individuals to fill the following positions:
HEAD OF PLANTATION MANAGEMENT (SENIOR ASSISTANT DIRECTOR)
Grade: KFS 4
Ref: KFS/SAD/HPM/01/12
Reporting to the Deputy Director: Plantations and Enterprise, the officer will be responsible for the efficient operation and management of the forest plantations
Overall Responsibilities
- Formulating, interpreting and implementing policies and strategies on industrial forest plantations;
- Promoting silviculture operations, prescriptions and write-offs,
- Coordinates yield forecasting, strategic planning and yield analysis;
- Designing harvesting plans and allowable cuts;
- Development of annual work programmes and budgets, plantation management activities contracting and outsourcing;
- Review and evaluation of management contracts, agreements, permits, and licenses;
- Undertaking plantation production studies; design and management of forests plantation data and yields;
- Oversee the revenue collection, tree seedling production, and the development / maintenance of tree nurseries.
- Maintenance of Forest Plantation records and statistics.
- Coordinating import and export of timber and timber products.
Required Qualifications and experience
- A Bachelor of Science degree in Forestry or any other related and relevant field from a recognized university
- A Masters degree in Forestry, Business Management, Economics, Natural Resource Management or in any other relevant field from a recognized university will be an added advantage.
- Experience with FIS / GIS will be an added advantage.
- At least 12 years working experience eight (8) of which must be in Forest Plantation Operations.
- Must be a member of a relevant professional body.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills.
- Proven computer proficiency.
- Good communication and report writing skills
Interested and suitably qualified candidates should send their detailed CV with daytime contacts and copies of academic and professional certificates to the undersigned so as to reach him on or before 25th April 2012.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
The Deputy Director: Human Resource and Administration
Kenya Forest Service
P.O. Box 30513-00100
Nairobi.
Purchasing Supervisor at General Motors
Location: Nairobi
Description:
Purchasing Supervisor at General Motors East Africa Limited in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
General Motors East Africa Limited the franchise holder for Isuzu and Chevrolet is a subsidiary of General Motors Company, the world leader in Automotive Technology.
Applications are invited for the following vacancy:
PURCHASING SUPERVISOR
Reporting to the Manager – Production Control, Logistics & Purchasing, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following functions:
- Developing the annual procurement plan and price index for all products and services
- Developing and maintaining a reliable and efficient supplier base (proactively identify potential suppliers, Coordinate source audits, develop and list qualifying suppliers)
- Co-ordinating supplier evaluation and implementation of follow-up action plans
- Undertaking market research to collate all factors affecting procurement decisions (Prices, new suppliers, global trends – economic & political, material supply, government policies, etc)
- Monitoring the company’s supply chain total costs and recommending action plans for cost optimization / cost reduction initiatives.
- Leading in negotiating complex/critical purchases with respective buyers
- Ensuring compliance with relevant policies and internal control procedures
- Participating in training of users on purchasing processes, developing and maintaining regular communication with users in order to resolve problems affecting departmental purchasing requirements
- Overall supervision of the Purchasing function
For appointment to this position, the successful candidate must have the following minimum requirements:
- First degree in a Technical or business field
- Diploma in Purchasing and Supply
- 6 years experience in a similar position
- Action oriented, customer focused, strong problem solving, priority setting and people skills, attention to detail and ability to make timely decisions.
If you believe you fit the above profile please submit your Application letter and detailed CV to be received not later than 11th April, 2012 to
The Recruitment & HR Services Manager,
General Motors East Africa Limited,
Enterprise Road, Industrial Area,
P.O. Box 30527 – 00100,
Nairobi
Or Email: info.kenya@gm.com
Only qualified candidates will be contacted.
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Consultant at Academic Model Providing Access to Health Care (AMPATH)
Location: Eldoret
Description:
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Consultant at Academic Model Providing Access to Health Care (AMPATH) in Eldoret – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
The Academic Model Providing Access to Health Care (AMPATH) is a project under the auspices of Moi University and Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital whose aim is to provide comprehensive, integrated sustainable efforts in HIV Prevention and Care, Primary Health Care and Chronic Disease Management. AMPATH supports MOH in 8 Districts in Rift Valley, 1 District in Nyanza and 11 in Western Province. The Research and Sponsored Projects Office (RSPO) is the office co-owned by Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital (MTRH) and Moi University that is responsible for administration and financial management of externally funded grants and contracts including the recently awarded AMPATH Plus grant funded by USAID. AMPATH will be strengthening the RSPO by developing written policies and procedures as well as installing an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system to ensure efficiency, timeliness, transparency and integrity in the administration and management of various donor grants
ENTERPRISE RESOURCE PLANNING (ERP) CONSULTANT
Main Responsibility
- Guide the development of RSPO needs for the ERP system and work closely with the vendor selected to install the software during the implementation process.
- In addition the consultant is expected to document the various process workflows for smooth implementation of the ERP system.
Expected Outcomes:
- All the required needs for RSPO are identified and properly documented.
- All the relevant process workflows are developed to guide the implementation.
- Support the selected vendor to ensure that the system goes live by July 30th 2012.
The first one (1) week will be dedicated to assess the operations of RSPO in order to ascertain the adequacy of internal controls and the effectiveness of operational procedures.
The consultants will be expected to identify gaps in grants management, human resource management, procurement and finance management and have this documented in detail.
Reporting
The consultants will be required to prepare and submit weekly reports which document an updated status on the progress.
These reports shall be reviewed by AMPATH Management and USAID to ensure that the timelines are met.
A Final manual detailing all the required policies, procedures and operations within each area is expected as the last deliverable from each consultant over a period of time that will be agreed upon with the AMPATH Management.
Required Qualifications
- Have at least 10 years experience in finance, grants management, procurement and human resources management with thorough understanding of USAID federal regulations.
- Proven experience in conducting assessments, reviews, and analyses on capacity building projects
- Have knowledge on Kenya government laws with emphasis on the Employment act, the Public Procurement and disposal act and Kenya National Audit Office audit procedures.
- A Master’s degree in Business Administration or relevant qualification in one of the disciplines above.
All applications must reach the undersigned by 10th April 2012 by e-mail/post.
The Program Manager
AMPATH,
Box 4606-30100
Eldoret, Kenya.
Email to: rspohr2010@gmail.com
RSPO Capacity Strengthening Consultants at Academic Model Providing Access to Health Care (AMPATH)
Location: Eldoret
Description:
RSPO Capacity Strengthening Consultants at Academic Model Providing Access to Health Care (AMPATH) in Eldoret – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
The Academic Model Providing Access to Health Care (AMPATH) is a project under the auspices of Moi University and Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital whose aim is to provide comprehensive, integrated sustainable efforts in HIV Prevention and Care, Primary Health Care and Chronic Disease Management. AMPATH supports MOH in 8 Districts in Rift Valley, 1 District in Nyanza and 11 in Western Province. The Research and Sponsored Projects Office (RSPO) is the office co-owned by Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital (MTRH) and Moi University that is responsible for administration and financial management of externally funded grants and contracts including the recently awarded AMPATH Plus grant funded by USAID. AMPATH will be strengthening the RSPO by developing written policies and procedures as well as installing an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system to ensure efficiency, timeliness, transparency and integrity in the administration and management of various donor grants
Applications are invited from competent consultants for four (4) positions to steer the capacity building of RSPO.
Terms of Reference
To Assist in the Development of Comprehensive Policies and Regulatory Framework for the Research and Sponsored Projects Office Based at Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital / Moi University College of Health Sciences (MUCHS)
RSPO CAPACITY STRENGTHENING CONSULTANTS
Project: MTRH/MUCHS on Strengthening the Research and Sponsored Projects Office.
Location: Eldoret
Language Required: English
Starting Date: April 2012
Duration of Contract: 2 months
Objectives:
The broad objective is to ensure the review, upgrade, development of comprehensive operational manuals that focus on grants management, human resource management, procurement and finance management so as to enhance the internal controls within RSPO. These manuals should have detailed policies and work procedures that are easily understandable by any user and that are in compliance with the rules of the Government of Kenya and take into account the US federal regulations. This should result in an efficient and effective RSPO.
All applications must reach the undersigned by 10th April 2012 by e-mail/post.
The Program Manager
AMPATH,
Box 4606-30100
Eldoret, Kenya.
Email to: rspohr2010@gmail.com
Location: Nairobi
Description:
Housekeepers at Kenya Medical Supplies Agency (KEMSA) in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
The Kenya Medical Supplies Agency (KEMSA) is a State Corporation established in 2000 with the mandate to Procure, Warehouse and Distribute medical commodities to over 6,000 public health facilities countrywide. The Agency wishes to recruit a competent candidate to fill an existing vacancy in its Finance and Administration Directorate as outlined below:
DIRECTOR, FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION
Ref: No. DFA/1/2012
The Director, Finance and Administration will report to the Chief Executive Officer and will be responsible for the finance and administration function including advising the Board, the Chief Executive Officer and Management on strategic financial performance of the Agency.
Key responsibilities:
- Provide leadership in the formulation and implementation of financial management strategies and policies
- Oversee the development and implementation of sound financial management systems
- Assess business risks and create financial awareness on resource allocation, cost reduction and financial discipline
- Manage the organisation’s human resource and other staff matters
Qualifications, Competencies and Experience:
- A Masters in Business Administration or related field
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration or Economics from a recognized university
- A qualified accountant (CPA-K / ACCA)
- At least eight (8) years relevant experience, 5 of which with a reputable organization and at least 3 years at senior management level. (Experience in the public sector will be an added advantage)
- Demonstrated experience using and complying with international accounting standards
- Knowledge of donor contracting policies and reporting standards
- Well developed IT skills with proficiency in computerized accounting applications and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems
- General management skills
If you believe you are the right candidate and can clearly demonstrate your ability to meet the criteria given above, please submit your application together with copies of your certificates, detailed CV, stating your current position, current remuneration level, email and telephone contacts quoting the job reference number for this position as indicated above so as to reach us on or before 20th April 2012 addressed to:
The Chief Executive Officer,
Kenya Medical Supplies Agency (KEMSA)
13 Commercial Street, Industrial Area,
P.O. Box 47715, 00100
Nairobi, Kenya
Any direct or indirect canvassing for this position will lead to automatic disqualification of candidates.
‘The Kenya Medical Supplies Agency is an equal opportunity employer.’
An ISO Certified Agency. KEMSA: Your Partner In Healthcare
KEMSA Finance and Administration Director Job in Kenya
The Agency wishes to recruit a competent candidate to fill an existing vacancy in its Finance and Administration Directorate as outlined below:
Director, Finance and Administration
Ref: No. DFA/1/2012
The Director, Finance and Administration will report to the Chief Executive Officer and will be responsible for the finance and administration function including advising the Board, the Chief Executive Officer and Management on strategic financial performance of the Agency.
Key responsibilities:
- Provide leadership in the formulation and implementation of financial management strategies and policies
- Oversee the development and implementation of sound financial management systems
- Assess business risks and create financial awareness on resource allocation, cost reduction and financial discipline
- Manage the organisation’s human resource and other staff matters
- A Masters in Business Administration or related field
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration or Economics from a recognized university
- A qualified accountant (CPA-K / ACCA)
- At least eight (8) years relevant experience, 5 of which with a reputable organization and at least 3 years at senior management level. (Experience in the public sector will be an added advantage)
- Demonstrated experience using and complying with international accounting standards
- Knowledge of donor contracting policies and reporting standards
- Well developed IT skills with proficiency in computerized accounting applications and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems
- General management skills
The Chief Executive Officer,
Kenya Medical Supplies Agency (KEMSA)
13 Commercial Street, Industrial Area,
P.O. Box 47715, 00100
Nairobi, Kenya
Any direct or indirect canvassing for this position will lead to automatic disqualification of candidates.
‘The Kenya Medical Supplies Agency is an equal opportunity employer.’
An ISO Certified Agency. KEMSA: Your Partner In Healthcare
Mara-Ison Sales Team (Account Managers) Jobs
Sales Team (Account Managers)
Overview
MARA-ISON is part of the MARA Group which is a billion dollar enterprise. MARA-ISON’s headquarter is in Dubai, with subsidiaries in Africa. It’s IT Services division has been in Africa for over 14 years.
MARA-ISON has built a strong presence in Africa and we are currently involved in projects in Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Botswana, Angola, Zimbabwe, Rwanda, Nigeria, Mozambique, Ghana, Congo and Zambia
Our portfolio of business includes supply of Hardware, Software, IT Services and System Integration projects.
The Sales Team will play a key role in building the company’s image and selling our products to our prospective and current clients.
General Skills
Excellent communication, interpersonal, oral and written
Excellent problem solving and leadership skills
Excellent Communication skills – both oral and written.
Excellent analytical and Presentation skills
Hands on, resourceful, energetic, can do attitude
High level of data analytical skills
Be a Motivated self-starter with the ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
Have the ability to meet deadlines and adjust to changing priorities to meet business goals.
Experience
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Sales or similar position within an IT company.
MS office proficiency (MS Excel and PowerPoint)/ (Added IT certifications is an advantage)
Proven track record.
Interested candidates should submit their applications and detailed CVs online on or before 7th April, 2012 on http://www.mara-ison.com/job/ (select the position then APPLY)
Microsoft Dynamics Navision Consultants Jobs
Company Name: TopNotch Business Solutions
Position: Microsoft Dynamics Navision Consultants
Company Profile:
TopNotch Business Solutions is registered in Kenya, with head office in Nairobi. It is a privately owned IT and Management Consultancy company whose goal is to provide cutting edge business software solutions to organizations in Kenya.
We currently specialize in support, Training, Customization and Development of Microsoft Dynamics Navision and Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains (GP) as well as other Dynamics products like CRM and RMS.
We are also involved in writing custom vertical software add-ons to the Dynamics ERPs and integrations in order to give a comprehensive solution to our clients
We have a special Training and Certification program from Microsoft for College and University students who want to join the marketable world of ERPs (Enterprise Resource Planners).
If you want to expand your CV, and graduate as an ERP specialist, contact us for above mentioned ERPs training.
This position is ideal for an expert in Navision ERP who is able to do a variety of technical functionalities in the software.
key Role and Responsibilies
Engaging with team members about the direction of the software.
Providing solutions for customization requirements; creating interfaces.
Serve as the primary technical software developer and support for Navision and work closely with management to identify development projects.
Analyze, document, and suggest system enhancements through communication with process users, technical staff and analysis.
Modify existing systems as directed to improve system functionality and adjust to Company process changes.
Develop test environments to troubleshoot new functionality before deployment.
End user documentation and training.
Developing from scratch; building with Navision from the ground up.
Minimum Qualifications:
2 + years of Microsoft NAV Development and SQL Server programming
Ability to do full C/AL C/SIDE coding
Reports, Forms, Tables, Code Units, Data/XML Ports
Developing in Classic and Role Tailored Clients
Has proven success in creating customizations in Microsoft Dynamics Navision
Mode of Application:
Submit your CV before 30/04/2012 to topnotchbusinesssolution@hotmail.com
or you can write to us
Topnotch Business Solutions Ltd
Krishna Mansion Bulding, 2nd Floor
Room 35, Moi Avenue next to Ufundi Co-op House.
P.O Box 19665 00100 Nairobi.
Tel: 0723924692/0724841998
Location: Nairobi
URL: http://www.iebc.or.ke/careers
Description:
Manager, Business Systems at Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is established under article 88 of the Constitution of Kenya with the mandate of conducting or supervising referenda and elections to any elective body or office established by this Constitution, and any other elections as prescribed by an act of Parliament. Other duties include delimitation of electoral units, registration of voters, regulation of political parties, voter education, settling of electoral disputes and modernization and reforming of electoral processes and systems. IEBC ensures that elections are credible, transparent, free and fair. It is committed to upholding national values and principles of good governance and democracy.
The Commission adheres to principles of the law on public services especially on leadership and integrity.
The IEBC invites applications for the following positions
MANAGER, BUSINESS SYSTEMS
Duties
- Responsible for planning, coordinating and managing all activities related to the design, acquisition / development and implementation of enterprise application systems for the Commission;
- Proactively seek opportunities within the Commission and its partners to improve and enhance the efficiency of the organization through innovative and improved systems development;
- Manage the development and deployment of new application systems and / or enhancements to existing applications throughout the Commission;
- Provide technical leadership to project teams and developers working on project development teams;
- Ensure development projects meet business requirements and goals, fulfill end-user expectations, identify and resolve application issues;
- Review and analyze existing applications effectiveness and efficiency, and then develop strategies for improving or leveraging these systems;
- Ensure that development standards are established, kept up to date and enforced.
- Coordinate the development of detailed documentation for the operation of implemented systems by users and operators;
- Prepare and manage budget for own area and allocates resources accordingly;
- Undertake any other such duties, training and/or work as may be reasonably required and which are consistent and commensurate with the general level of responsibility for this job.
Job Description
- Education: Degree in Computer Science/Information Systems or equivalent;
- Experience: 8 or more years of IT and business/industry work experience in managing teams or projects in systems analysis and/or programming functions;
- Excellent oral and written communication skills;
- Practical knowledge and full cycle implementation experience of large, integrated IT projects required;
- Sound knowledge of ICT systems in electoral processes required;
- Proven knowledge of one or more integrated/ERP systems;
- Prior demonstration of complex coordination and interaction across functional boundaries;
- Able to meet strict deadlines, lead diverse teams and projects;
- Professional certification in Project Management or ERP desired.
The Job Application Process
Applicants should fill the online form provided on the Commission website www.iebc.or.ke/careers.
A printed copy of the form and copies of certificates can be dropped or posted to the
Chief Executive Officer/ Commission Secretary
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission,
Anniversary Towers,6th Floor Reception, University Way,
P. O. Box 45371 – 00100 Nairobi, Kenya.
Forms are also available at the Commission Headquarters and Regional Offices.
Applications must be received on or before 30st March 2012.
The Commission is a equal opportunity employer.
Canvassing will lead to disqualification.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Shortlisted candidates will be vetted as per Chapter Six of the Constitution.
Credit Officers at Coffee Development Fund (CoDF)
Location: Nairobi
Description:
Credit Officers at Coffee Development Fund (CoDF) in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
Coffee Development Fund (CoDF) is a State Corporation under the Ministry of Agriculture vested with the responsibility of providing sustainable, affordable credit to coffee farmers.
The Fund invites applications from suitable candidates to fill the following vacant positions:
CREDIT OFFICERS
2 Positions
The Credit Officers will work in the Credit Department and report to the Field Credit Manager;
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Manage the business relationships while growing a high quality loan book;
- Receive and appraise coffee farmers credit applicants and proposal make appropriate recommendations;
- Ensure that all pertinent reports and supporting documentation required from the intermediaries are received on time, analyzed and submitted for appraisal;
- Design appropriate field monitoring missions involving the intermediaries and coffee farmers.
- Develop a loan recovery programme for the borrowers and ensure timely remittance of repayment to the Fund and provide recommendations on strategy to adopt with respect to default cases;
- Contribute to product development to ensure that credit risk exposure is minimized;
- Assist the Field Credit manager in reviewing and developing new products;
- Review the loan portfolio on a regular basis and give recommendation on areas of improvement
- Keeping abreast of issues related to compliance, legal, and market risk involved in the endorsement of credit;
For Appointment to this Position, a Candidate must have:
- Bachelors’ degree in Commerce, Finance, Agribusiness, Agriculture or its equivalent from a recognized university.
- Postgraduate qualification in credit management or its equivalent will be an added advantage.
- Three (3) years relevant working experience in the credit department
- Experience in working with an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) System.
- Experience in product development.
- Strong credit analytical skills
- Willingness to travel extensively on short notice.
- Knowledge of agricultural value chain will be an added advantage.
Kindly submit your application with a detailed resume indicating education and qualifications, work experience, copies of academic, professional certificates and testimonials, your current position, current remuneration level, day time contact phone numbers, e-mail address and three referees, to reach the undersigned not later than Tuesday 3rd April 2012, addressed to:
The Managing Trustee
Coffee Development Fund
P.O. Box 52714 – 00200
Nairobi
Coffee Development Fund is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Only short listed candidates shall be contacted.
Location: Nairobi
Industry: IT and BPO
An exciting position has arisen with our client, a leading Provider of custom software applications in Africa who is looking for an experienced Information Technology Enterprise Solutions Manager. The ideal candidate should have outstanding Knowledge in Project management and Project Accounting preferably in a BPO, IT or service related industry.
Keys Tasks and Responsibilities
- Creating and executing project work plans and revising as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.
- Identifying resources needed and assigning individual responsibilities.
- Managing day-to-day operational aspects of the project scope.
- Maintains awareness of new and emerging technologies and the potential application on client engagements.
- Tracks and reports team hours and expenses on a weekly basis.
- Manages project budget.
- Determines appropriate revenue recognition, ensures timely and accurate invoicing, and monitors receivables for project.
- Follows up with clients, when necessary, regarding unpaid invoices.
- Analyzes project profitability, revenue, margins, bill rates and utilization.
- Creates and executes project work plans and revises as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.
- Identifies resources needed and assigns individual responsibilities.
- Reviews deliverables prepared by team before passing to client.
- Effectively applies our methodology and enforces project standards.
- Prepares for engagement reviews and quality assurance procedures.
- Minimizes the company exposure and risk on project.
- Ensures project documents are complete, current, and stored appropriately.
- A Diploma/ Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science
- Must have a Diploma in Project Management and professional certificates
- Knowledge of the BPO industry in Kenya
- Possesses general understanding in the areas of application programming, database and system design.
- Understands Internet, Intranet, Extranet and client/server architectures.
- Possesses a thorough understanding of our capabilities.
Head of Finance at AMREF
Location: Nairobi
Description:
Head of Finance at AMREF in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
AMREF is recruiting a Head of Finance. Reporting to the Corporate Finance Manager, the incumbent will ensure the timely and accurate provision of an effective financial management system for all units supported by AMREF Headquarters.
HEAD OF FINANCE – HQ
Grade – JG 6
Ref Number – CHR/12/02/-03
Duty Station – Nairobi
Directorate – Operations
Programme/Unit – Finance
Reports to – Corporate Finance Manager
Job Objective
To ensure the timely and accurate provision of an effective financial management system for all units supported by AMREF headquarters.
Description of Duties
- In collaboration with corporate finance, participate in developing, implementing and maintaining appropriate financial policies and procedures.
- Ensure compliance with all financial policies and procedures
- Ensure that timely and accurate preparation of annual operational budgets for all units serviced by the headquarters finance unit.
- Ensure the timely and accurate preparation of donor budgets and financial plans including proposal preparation.
- Provide operational support to cost center managers on expenditure management to include: Processing, approval and ensuring proper coding of expenditure (claims, imprests, surrenders, field office returns and purchase requisitions) and internal recoveries in accordance with approved work plans and budgets.
- Preparation of monthly financial statements to determine financial performance of all units serviced by the headquarters finance unit.
- Regular review meetings with cost center Managers to resolve and discuss various financial and accounting issues and queries.
- Monitoring of budget vs actual status and ensuring no over expenditure
- Prepare donor financial statements and reports and call down requests as specified in the respective grant agreements and other internal financial reports.
- Prepare monthly progress report to the management on project funding status and cash management.
- Seek ways to improve timeliness and quality of service provided by finance and assist in systems improvement.
- Supervise work of assistant/s through work allocation, monitoring and coaching.
- Participate in internal audits as scheduled and in external audits by providing auditors with accounting documents as requested and providing explanations for audit queries.
- Inform/send details to all Country Programs/Units regarding funds received for their projects and ensure remittances to country programs and Units are made without undue delay.
- Member of the tender committee.
Accountability
- Supervision: Work independently with authority from the Corporate Finance Manager guided by policy guidelines and financial rules and regulations.
- Decision Making: Makes decisions with regards to responsibilities assigned to him and with in set authority limits and is accountable for them.
- Responsibility over data or information: has access to important and highly confidential Financial information
- Responsibility over assets: Computer, printer, office furniture. Custodian of various financial reports.
- Responsibility over Staff: Staff under HO accounting.
Job Specifications
Required Minimum Qualification
- Professional Qualifications: CPA (K) ,1st Degree
- Relevant Experience: Financial and project accounting
- Length of Experience: Five years
- Key Skills: Financial and accounting skills, Good analytical and management skills, Detail oriented
- Personal Attributes: Reliable, Mature, Good communication skills
Performance Standards For This Job:
Quality of work as indicated by achievement of specific outputs as detailed in the Corporate and unit work plan.
If you feel that you meet the criteria, complete the online application form on the AMREF HRM Enterprise attaching your CV. We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications by Wednesday 29th February 2012. We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
AMREF is an equal opportunity employer and has a non-smoking environment policy.
Pre-Sales Engineer – Network Security at i2i Communications Limited
Location: Nairobi
URL: http://www.i2i.co.ke
Description:
Pre-Sales Engineer – Network Security at i2i Communications in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
PRE-SA;ES ENGINEER – NETWORKING SECURITY
Responsibilities
*Responsible for installing, configuring and maintaining networking hardware and software including firewalls.
- Manages LAN/WAN security and network performance.
- Ensures the secure operation of systems, servers and network connections.
- Analyze server and firewall logs, scrutinize network traffic, and resolve vulnerability issues. * Troubleshoot and conduct user/security audits when required.
- Leads technical staff in the design, development, and implementation of IT systems.
- Tracks progress of projects and provide feedback to Senior Management.
- Installs, maintains and upgrades network equipment
- Installs and labels network cabling
- Monitors LAN/WAN connectivity using network analyzers
- Maintain a high level of confidentiality in all duties
- Ability to adhere to a flexible schedule with varying hours
- Troubleshoots network problems
- Assists in developing network solutions to provide user connectivity
- Deploy, manage, and maintain all security systems
- Administer and maintain firewall/external email access rights and permissions
- Monitor server, firewall and intrusion detection logs as well as network traffic for unusual activity and report
- Apply fixes, security patches and upgrades
- Provides on-call support to technical support team
- Create and maintain detailed network documentation
- Research products and vendors and make recommendations
- Maintain vendor relationships
- Additional duties as assigned
Job Requirements
Educational Requirements
- Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Information Technology
- Security Certification(s) required – at least one of the following: CISSP, GIAC Security Administration (GSEC, GCFW, GISF, GCED), Security +
- Network Certification(s) required – at least one of the following: CCNA, CCNP, WCNA, Network +
- PMI Certification a plus
Network Security Engineer Experience or Knowledge Requirements
- Expert knowledge of TCP/IP and routing protocols
- Expert knowledge of SMTP and other email protocols
- Broad hands-on knowledge of firewalls, intrusion detection systems, anti-virus software, data encryption, and other industry standard techniques and practices. (McAfee Enterprise firewall and security appliance experience desired
- Implements load balancing equipment and software -Citrix NetScaler load balancer experience strongly preferred
- Extensive project management experience
- Full understanding of the ISO/OSI model
- Complete understanding of Layer 2 switching and Layer 3 routing concepts
- Broad knowledge of various devices including switches, hubs, load balancers and VPN appliances
- Experience with wiring and wiring management
- Experienced in troubleshooting using protocol analyzers
- Effective interpersonal communication skills including comprehension, written and verbal skills
- Ability to analyze and interpret business processes and data
- Ability to independently analyze and identify comprehensive solutions to complex problems
- Ability to use the following: Microsoft Office Suite, MS Project and Visio; multiple vendor specific tools
- In-depth knowledge of platform operating systems including Unix and Microsoft Server
- Knowledge of applicable business practices relating to data privacy and protection
- Highly self-motivated and directed with strong organizational skills
- Keen attention to detail
- Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks and projects in a high-pressure environment
- Able to work in a team oriented, collaborative environment
- Ability to effectively and positively respond to challenging inquiries or complaints as necessary
- Obtain and maintain required certifications for partnership with key vendors
- Pre-sales and post-sales support to resellers and customers
- Conducting products demonstrations and Proof of concepts
- Conducting regular technical workshops for resellers and customers
- Preparing technical proposals and writing technical specifications
How to Apply
Please send your application letter and CV to recruit@i2i.co.ke
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