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The Kenya Tourist Board is looking to recruit a Marketing Director to provide leadership and direction to the development of KTB’s marketing strategies, mission and vision.
Director of Marketing
Job Ref. MN 5339

Our client, Kenya Tourist Board (KTB) wishes to recruit a Director of Marketing.

Reporting to the Managing Director, the purpose of this position is to provide strategic direction and
leadership in the management of Kenya Tourist Board’s marketing function and entrench Kenya as the preferred tourist destination both locally and internationally; with a view to optimize the contribution of the tourism sector to the national economy.

The appointment will be on a 3 year renewable contract based on performance.


Job Profile

•Provide leadership and direction to the development of KTB’s marketing strategies, mission and vision;

•Provide strategic direction in the development of the implementation framework for the marketing function;

•Develop, implement and review marketing policies, strategies and systems to ensure that KTB’s marketing human capital has optimal competencies and capabilities;

•Oversee the co-relation of KTB’s marketing investments with performance improvements, increased outputs and return on investments;

•Increase inter departmental I units collaboration and galvanize colleagues towards a common cohesive strategic direction;

•Ensure the promotion of a positive image of Kenya globally and facilitate the resolution of conflicts within the industry;

•Ensure full implementation of the Quality Management System within the Marketing department;

•Enhance stakeholder engagements, participation and collaborations for increased productivity;

•Prepare and manage the Marketing budget;

•Ensure timely and efficient implementation of Marketing strategy and Annual Work Plan (AWP) and ensure that departmental performance targets are set and achieved.

•Inculcate a culture of continuous learning and performance improvements and a focus on achievement of results by enhancing the teams’ capacities and capabilities.

•Spearhead innovative and creative marketing concepts and tools.

•Develop a framework for monitoring and evaluating performance of the tourism sector.


Person Profile

•Masters Degree in – Business Administration, Marketing, Strategic Management or related field

•Bachelors degree in – Marketing, Strategic Management or related field

•Post Graduate Diploma in Marketing; CIM, Tourism Management or in a relevant field.

•Membership to a professional marketing body.

•At least 10 years marketing experience in a large marketing organization, 6 years of which should be in a senior marketing position.

•Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;

•Team playing skills;

•Strong leadership and management skills; and

•Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Please disclose your current gross monthly salary. Failure to disclose current salary could disqualify your application.
Send your application by email so as to reach us by 12 Noon, 21st May, 2012 to recruit@manpowerservicesgroup.com.
Limit email to maximum 3 pages A4 size CV and no attachments.



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Location: Nairobi
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Procurement Officer at Kenya Tourist Development Corporation in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies

KTDC is the leading Development Financial Institution (DFI) providing affordable and accessible financial facilities and advisory services to the tourism industry. Its mission is to develop and diversity Kenya’s tourism industry by providing a range of financial services to investors in tourism related enterprises.

The Corporation is seeking to fill the following position.

PROCUREMENT OFFICER

Reporting to the Chief Procurement Officer, the Procurement Officer will be charge with the following responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Ensure continuous supply and delivery of goods, services and works, as and when required for day to day operations of the Corporation.
  • Carry out suppliers performance evaluations in accordance with existing guidelines.
  • Provision of technical advice and secretarial services to the Procurement Committee.
  • Prepare specifications for supplies, services and works for the Corporation in consultation with user departments.
  • Source, select and negotiate for the best purchase package in terms of quality, price, terms, deliveries and services with suppliers.
  • Preparation of tender invitation documentation.
  • Participate in receiving and opening of tender documents.
  • Ensure proper implementation of ERP system in the department (procurement module).
  • Preparation of departmental budget.

Minimum qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Purchasing and Supplies Management, Business, Commerce, Economics or equivalent from a recognized institution.
  • Diploma in Purchasing & Supplies Management preferably CIPS or KNEC.
  • Three (3) years experience in Purchasing & Supplies.
  • Computer literacy.

If you believe you are the right candidate for the above position and can clearly demonstrate your ability to meet the criteria given above, please submit your application with a detailed CV stating your current position, remuneration level, three referees, e-mail and telephone contacts and copies of certificates and testimonials to reach us before 9th December, 2011 addressed to:

The Managing Director
Kenya Tourist Development Corporation
Utalii House, 11th Floor
P.O. Box 42013 – 00100
Nairobi

info@ktdc.co.ke

KTDC is an equal opportunity employer.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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