Sales Rep
Location: Nairobi
Description:
WANTED enthusiasic capable male/female for Commission-Based sales work. Part-time or full-time. We’ve got an Exclusive Product – with very good earnin …
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Local: Compfix data limited
Descri??o:
DataBank is an online backup solution powered by Compfix Data Ltd. We are in the processes of re-aligning our current website www.databank.co.ke to increase our online presence, user interactivity as well as providing fast and efficient service to our prospective clients.
We are looking for an independent web designer who can combine visual artistry with coding brilliance to take ‘online presence’ to a whole new level. The candidate’s command of programming languages should be fluent. You must be in a position to design websites that provides for fluidity and adaptive to different types of screen resolutions AKA responsive websites. If your work is what’s trending, that’s even super. Go ahead and drop your portfolio and show us what’ll wow us.
Location: Nairobi
Description:
Project Officer Children & Youth at Mukuru Slums Development Projects in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
PROJECT OFFICER, CHILDREN AND YOUTH
MSDP is a local NGO based in Mukuru Slums working with children, youth and women.
Job Purpose
The key objectives for this position are:
- To work towards the vision and mission of MSDP
- To be responsible for the project implementation of the main activities being rehabilitation of street boys and nurturing sports talent through Mukuru Sports association
Summary of Responsibilities:
- Ensure project objectives and activities are carried out according to plan.
- Coordinate youth trainings and activities such as Community outreach programmes
- Organize competitions/tournaments with organizations such as the Football Kenya Limited and accompany the youth when necessary.
- Utilize all opportunities to raise awareness of the problems faced by slum youth, issues of unemployment and the work of MUSA, and seek partnerships to support the project.
- Through networking, identify suitable people to invite as guest speakers to talk to the members.
- Active networking with government and NGO bodies, funding partners and well wishers.
- Network with other youth organizations to learn new and improved methods of working with youth.
- Responsible for project design, planning and writing of proposals at the departmental level.
- Supervise staff and volunteers in implementation of project activities, strategies and procedures.
Skills and Experience Required:
- A Bachelors Degree in social work or sociology or community development.
- Two years work experience in project management
- Previous experience in implementing a youth project in urban setting
- Understanding the project cycle management
- Understanding of the football trends in the county
- Ability to fundraise
- Honesty and Integrity
- Excellent Training skills
- Good interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
Interested candidates should send electronic application letter and detailed CV, with 3 references, one of whom should be a former or current employer, to:
The Program Coordinator
Email: spcoordinator@hotmail.com
Application deadline is 18th April 2013
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
PHP Programmer at Safemark Software
Location: Nairobi
Description:
PHP Programmer at Safemark Software in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
PHP PROGRAMMER
Safemark Software is a new software development company specializing in the development of software solution for law enforcement and government agencies worldwide. We are seeking qualified and experienced programmers for three long term projects currently underway.
Scope of Work
- Develop an enterprise class software solution using either the Yii or Zend Framework.
- Engage business users and other technical teams during the development of the software solutions.
- Contribute to our development and testing teams in other projects.
Qualifications
- Minimum Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field.
- At least 3 years of experience in building enterprise class solutions in major programming platforms.
- Excellent knowledge of MySQL, PHP, AJAX, HTML5, REST, Javascript and JSON.
- Experience deploying information systems.
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills with an attention to detail.
- Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and manage their own time with changing deadlines.
- Experience with either the Yii or Zend Framework is highly preferred.
How to apply
Send us your detailed CV highlighting the qualifications listed above, your Work experience + your salary / remuneration expectations to jobs@safemarksoftware.com
Only Shortlisted Candidates will be notified.
Deadline: Thursday 18th April 2013
WriterSolution Freelance Research / Academic Writers Jobs
Posted by jobz on April 9, 2013
WriterSolution is a medium sized Company based in Westlands, Nairobi.
We provide our clients both in Kenya and International with custom written academic papers ranging from simple essays, term-papers, case studies and coursework assignments to complex Dissertations, Thesis, and Data analysis.
We are looking for Freelance Research / Academic Writers who are flexible enough to write on a wide variety of topics.
Qualifications
- Any University degree
- Excellent English both American and British
- Knowledge of the different referencing styles i.e. APA, MLA, and Harvard referencing styles
- Ability to stick to strict deadlines and work under no supervision
- Writing experience of more than 6 months
- 24/7 Internet and computer access at home
- Clear understanding of the term PLAGIARISM.
Payments are done twice a month (5th and 20th) Through M-Pesa
Remuneration Range- KSH 180 – 250 per Page (275 words)
Please send your CVs and 2 sample papers of your work to: writersolution@gmail.com
Categories: Article and Academic Writers
Creative & Academic Writers Jobs in Kenya
Posted by jobz on April 9, 2013
Dear Prospective writer,
I am looking for creative and academic writers with the following qualifications
- Proficiency in written English
- A graduate
- Conversant with most citation styles
- Can work from their own home, therefore with a computer and access to internet
- Would work full time with our company.
Our writers enjoy several privileges while working with us.
- At least five pages of work each day if you can.
- More pay if you can work on urgent orders
- Better pay for a well written more than 30 page paper
- Good pay per page for normal writers
- Bonuses if your work is continuously excellent
- A good management team that we possess.
Come work with us and enjoy these privileges and you will never let you down. We emphasize on quality of work and writer satisfaction. If you are that person, please apply for this excellent opportunity.
Looking forward to work with you.
NB: I would like to EMPHASIZE that you should possess these qualification for you to work with us. For Courteous sake, do not apply if you are not. In addition, students and diploma holders will not be accepted in our company.
Email: kimlotte423@gmail.com
Categories: Article and Academic Writers
Freelance Research Writers Jobs in Kenya
Posted by jobz on April 8, 2013
Freelance Research Writers
(10 positions)
We handle various types of academic assignments from overseas clients.
We are currently looking for experienced academic writers due to the increased number of clients.
Ideal candidate should meet the following requirements:
- Graduate in any field
- Have experience in academic writing
- Clear understanding on plagiarism
- Have knowledge on APA, Harvard, MLA, Oxford and Chicago referencing styles
- Computer with full time internet connection
- Ready to work under tight deadline
- Self-motivated
Payment is done twice a month, on 1st and 15th of every month.
We pay KSH 200 to KSH 300 depending on complexity and urgency of the work.
If you meet the qualifications kindly send your CV and 3 sample academic papers in (MLA, APA and Harvard styles) to info.muriithiwriters@gmail.com
Categories: Article and Academic Writers
Operations Manager at Rafode
Location: Kisumu
URL: http://www.rafode.org
Description:
Operations Manager at Rafode in Kisumu – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
OPERATIONS OFFICER
RAFODE is a growing and progressive Microfinance Institution based in Western Kenya operating in the low income areas of Kisumu City and the neighboring rural districts. RAFODE target customers are smallholder farmers, micro and small entrepreneurs in western Kenya. Currently RAFODE is targeting to expand in Western Kenya, in particular Kisii, Kitale and Kakamega.
Job summary.
The position report to the CEO and is responsible for heading the credit operation function of the organization. Rafode is looking for someone who has experience in group lending, individual lending, product development and able to meet the stringent targets.
Reporting. The operations office will be reporting to the Program Manager. Will supervise the operations team including the loans officers and branch heads.
Key responsibilities
- Management and supervision of credit operations team
- Maintain, develop and refine appropriate product and services that meet the needs of the borrowers
- Review and development of credit operation policies and procedures
- Enforcement of operational policies and procedures,preparation,review and monitoring of operational plans and programs.
- Carry out market survey,outreach,publicity and marketing activities
- Daily supervise the team and ensure achievement of result, compliance, efficiency of operation and protect Rafode asset and reputation
- Participate in the review and approval of loan application
- Supervise the monthly collection of loan repayments and over dues
- Conduct regular meetings with the whole operation team to ensure close follow up of the activities and offer them required support when needed.
- Conduct regular meetings with non financial team to ensure good coordination with the financial services to best meet the clients need
- Prepare,analyse and consolidate data on operation
- Prepare and lead the work planning, budgeting of financial services unit and non financial services in collaboration with non financial services team to reach annual target.
- Prepare and review monthly report on financial and non financial services by collecting, interpreting and reporting data to Program manager
- Analyze variances between actual and plan to identify shortfalls on timely basis and initiate/propose needed action
- Participate in the recruitment, selection and training of staff with approval from the program manager
- Provide orientation to the staff on ongoing basis and carry out evaluation of the operation staff against results, objective and discipline and internal rules.
- Conduct regular onsite client visit to maintain close contact with the field.
- Team leader in the development of new product and innovation in the delivery of financial services.
- Management of loan portfolio i.e. Ensure that all loan policies, conditions and procedures are followed.
- Liaison with Government agencies and other stakeholders
- Management of all departmental activities
- provide general leadership.guidence/support to all staff in the department and to perform any other duty as assigned by Supervisor.
Skills and qualifications
- University graduate in Economics, business administration,marketing,finance,social sciences
- Minimum of 2 years experience at a supervisory position in Microfinance institution.
- Good understanding of microfinance programs
- Excellent computer skills
- Minimum Age 30
- Ability to work with diverse group of people
- Attention to details and ability to multi task
- Financial management, proposal and report writing skills
- Understands enterprise value chain systems and concepts and ability to manage risk in financial institution
- Ability to make independent decision
- Detailed oriented and ability to ensure quality service delivery in operation including compliance with organization mission, vision and objectives
The position is on a two year renewable performance based employment contract
Interested applicant to send their application letter and résumé , current and expected remuneration on or before 15 April 2013 to info@rafode.org.
Only shortlisted candidates will be conducted.
position open to Kenyan citizen only
Busting 5 CV Myths Advice You Should Forget
By Angela Wahome,
There are as many ways to write CVs as there are HR professionals to critique them. The important thing to remember is that is no absolute best way to write a CV. This is because each CV writing formula has its best way. Several will work and for different people but most HRs hold differences of opinion when it comes to this.
There is one thing that all HRs do agree on though and that is the myths, or should I say bad advice that continues to be in the job market despite the fact that these things are misconceptions, that will
not serve you well at all in your job search.
1. A CV should be only one page
This is a very old one that originated in the United States of America. I learned it but it never was able to understand why you had to leave out so much information if you had only one chance to make a good impression. I can’t imagine what the repercussions of using a document that barely makes sense to you to try convince someone you are able to do what they need you to be able to do.
2. Human Resource Managers don’t read cover letters
Your cover letter is the first thing that the HR manager sees when he is evaluating you. It is like a mini-snapshot of you, your personality and what you are able to do. Thus if you have a boring cover letter that looks like all the others you have already lost your first chance at catching the attention of the HR. This should not be the case, especially in the very difficult job market. You should always seek to do your best in the job search every chance you get.
3. CVs should include the entire work history
Your CV is more like a sales letter and not an autobiography documenting all the work that you have ever done. When you are able to differentiate the things that are important to the job you are applying for and the on that you are not. You will get more attention. It also shows someone who is discerning and willing to work well. So pick only what will show the HR you are a good match.
4. A little lie on your CV won’t hurt
This is very wrong. Human Resource Managers do check. This could make you loose the opportunity or even your job as lying can raise red flags. The HRM may end up doubting that you can do the job or worse still, they may let you go.
5. If your CV is good enough you can get a job
Oh how I wish that were true. My mind wonders as I begin to dream about the best lifestyles of the people that are have, big quite cars, names on doors, but then gravity sets in and back to reality. There is a lot of people who are very well qualified, have the right skills but as luck would have it are not able to get a job.
Getting a job takes hard work; therefore it goes without saying that to keep a job you need to work that much harder. Before you go and do your CV anyhow I need to tell you one thing I always heard. You can choose to do it well or not at all.
By Jorum
I’ve been working in the United Nations NGO (non-governmental organization) universe for more than ten years. Over that time I have run into many, many eager young people wanting to find a way to break into the NGO business. Many of them have come to me after fruitless searches for any available openings in their chosen field, wanting some nibble of advice on where to look.
Here’s a quick summary of what I tell them:
1. Be willing to start at the bottom. And when I say bottom, I mean answering the phone and filing.
Lots of NGOs don’t have the finances to support a receptionist or a clerk. So they rely on volunteers
and interns and program assistants to do these tasks.
Doing the “scut work” helps accomplish a number of things for you. Answering the phone and the general email can help you learn about the NGO’s network and stay abreast of what’s the latest news. You learn how to answer basic questions about the organization and how to represent them to various constituencies.
Filing is important work. No seriously. Filing helps you to learn about the work of the organization, what their main program areas are. As you are filing, you can read up on subjects that are interesting to you. Ask to borrow reports and books and read up on them at home.
I guarantee that no one else in the organization has the time to read up on all the material they receive on a daily basis. You can make yourself fairly quickly the most informed person in the organization on a particular subject just by doing the background reading, researching online, and attending a few meetings.
Which leads me to my next point…
2. Attend a lot of Meetings. Much of what happens at the UN involves a seemingly constant stream of meetings. Offer to attend meetings for your NGO, perhaps indicating your preferences. But don’t be surprised if they send you to meetings that seem like the last thing you’d be interested in. Go anyway. You might think you know what your interests are, but you might find out that rainforest preservation or indigenous people’s rights are really fascinating areas of public policy.
Most of the time you will just be sitting there taking notes at the meeting, whether its a UN briefing, an NGO strategy session or a major world conference. Most meetings follow a standard panel discussion followed by open Q&A format. If you can think of an intelligent, cogent question, by all means ask it.
In the end, for your own selfish reasons, the main reason to go to these meetings is to, well, meet people. To network.
3. Network. The United Nations and NGO worlds are not that big. If you specialize in biotechnology or child soldiers as they relate to the UN, there are maybe 20-30 key players who are worth knowing. The same goes for any program/project.
Your goal is not to become the best friend of any of those people. Your goal is to become the best friend of those people’s assistants and interns.
The dirty little secret at the UN (and at the NGOs that work there) is that much of its grunt work is accomplished through the unpaid labor of its sizable intern population. This constantly shifting group of volunteers, fellows, “junior program officers” and interns do everything from make the photocopies to write up the daily reports that get faxed back to capitals around the world.
The network is a great way to stay informed of any opportunities that might come down the pike.
4. Diversify Your Skill Set. If you are at the beginning of what you hope will be a long career working in the NGO world, you need to think about what skills you might need in the long run to get the ideal job that you want in the future.
Learn how to write a press release. Teach yourself HTML and CSS. Become a database master. Practice public speaking. Become proficient in at least one other UN language (ideally French, or Chinese since these are in high demand, but any of them will do.)
Most of all, you need to write good. Most of what you will be doing will involve conveying complex issues to a variety of audiences. That means that you need to be able to write a newsletter article or a briefing paper with no spelling errors, perfect grammar, and the proper tone for the kind of piece you are drafting.
5. Learn how to Fund raise. All but the most well-established NGOs live from year-to-year under the constant pressure of raising funds to support the work that they are doing.
Even the largest, wealthiest NGOs might have very little support for their UN office. Amnesty International USA has 174 paid staff. The UN office of Amnesty International is staffed by three people.
So if you can write a grant proposal, coordinate a direct mail fundraising appeal, organize a benefit dinner or put together an e-donate site, you will never lack for want of work in the NGO world. And if you ever hope to start your own NGO, one of the first things you will have to figure out is how to raise the financial support to begin operations.
Hopefully these bits of advice have been encouraging. I don’t want to fool you though, this is not an easy field to work in. The jobs in the UN NGO world are few and far between. The salaries some NGOs offer might make some industry seem lucrative by comparison.
But at the end of the day, if you play your cards right and are willing to work your little butt off, you might find yourself gainfully employed at an NGO. There certainly is a lot more work to be done than there are qualified and skilled people to do it.
Happy hunting.
Senior Political Officer at British High Commission
Location: Nairobi
Description:
Senior Political Officer at British High Commission in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
SENIOR POLITICAL OFFICER
A vacancy has arisen at the British High Commission (BHC), Nairobi for a Senior Political Officer with specific responsibility for internal Kenyan politics. This position is an integral part of the Political Section that works to deliver the British government’s strategic objectives in Kenya. Potential candidates are advised to acquaint themselves with the work of the British High Commission and the Foreign and Commonwealth Office before applying for the job on the website: www.ukinkenya.fco.gov.uk
Salary
The indicative salary range for this post will be Kshs 292,793/- – 412,596/- per month, depending on skills and experience and subject to tax deductions. Where the jobholder is not liable to Kenyan tax the scale will be abated under HM Treasury rules and to take account of the tax they would have paid.
Required Skills:
- The jobholder should ideally be a university graduate with strong administrative, oral and written communication skills.
- S/he should be highly organised, able to take initiative and to work independently and accurately to meet deadlines.
- Given the nature of the work, the candidate will be expected to have excellent IT Skills (a working knowledge or Microsoft Excel and Word is essential), be a good team player and have previous experience in a related field.
- S/he will also be an excellent networker with an established and extensive network of contacts.
- A willingness to travel and to do some occasional out of (core) hours work will be necessary.
Application:
You can access the job profile and BHC application form on www.ukinkenya.fco.gov.uk
Applicants must have the right to live and work in Kenya. Applications – (CV plus covering letter) – clearly marked – “LE Senior Political Officer” Vacancy should be forwarded to the following address:
The Human Resources Manager
British High Commission,
Upper Hill Road
P.O. Box 30465 – 00100
Nairobi
Or by e-mail to: HR.Recruit@fco.gov.uk
Applications should be received on or before Wednesday 27th March 2013. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for interview.
The British High Commission is an equal opportunity employer.
Applications are welcomed from all suitably qualified individuals irrespective of race, gender or disability.
All applications will be treated on merit basis through fair and open competition.
The British High Commission has not appointed any agents to process job applications or arrange interviews and expects no fees to be paid to anyone.
Why You Need a Mentor in Your Job Search & Career Growth
Have you repeatedly found yourself up against the same wall at work with no way to get around it? I remember talking to a lady that had just been fired for the 8th time and she kept thinking may be if I tried harder, maybe I could have done something different, maybe if I was more organized. As the afternoon went by and we continued to talk I found that many of the decisions that she made in her life were dictated by her husband and her parents, who continually threatened to throw her out if she quit or was fired.
Working for her, was a life sentence that she served one day at a time. I tried as much as I could to give her alternative options and move to a job she enjoyed and was good at. As I left I felt that I did
not get through to her. She was living her parents and husbands dreams. Sad as it was those were her guides or should I say her mentors.
A mentor is someone who has more experience than you in the workplace and can guide you when you are stuck in your work. They may not necessarily be in the same field and you may have more than one person that you look up to. It is important that you learn from them at times by watching how they work, other times by asking a few questions.
Here are some benefits of working with a mentor. They can help you learn how to handle problems or situations that are difficult in your workplace. They are also able to alert you of the new job opportunities that arise. When you are looking for a promotion a mentor can recommend you giving you that added credibility that you need for the job. As you stay in contact with your mentor they may be able to help you find areas like skills that you need for the job and also where you may be able to get those skills. Mentors often act as a sounding board helping you sound out decision and chart a path that is more beneficial to you, such as if you should accept a job or not.
When you are looking for a mentor they may be people that you know that are the same industry and older employees that you will be able to fall back on for support as you chart your way through your career. Once you get a mentor remember to keep in touch with them. These are the contacts that you will grow with as you progress in your career path. They can also help you increase your network as they introduce you to people that they work with.
As you look for a mentor find someone that has similar goals and interest to yours. Having someone that is in the same profession as you can be and added advantage as they can help guide you so that you avoid the pitfalls that they encountered. Make sure that this person has time to meet with you and guide you. Remember that you should be the one to reach out and keep in touch with this person as you need them more than they need you. You must also find time to participate in your relationship with your mentor.
Eventually you will find that as you grow in your profession that you will be in a position to advise and guide someone. The best thanks you can give to a mentor are paying your gratitude forward.
Finance Manager at Inspectorate EA
Location: Mombasa
URL: http://www.inspectorate-ea.com
Description:
Finance Manager at Inspectorate EA in Mombasa – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
FINANCE MANAGER
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Finance Manager, will be in charge of the overall accounting and financial management functions of the Group. The job holder’s role will include the following:
Key Result Areas
- Formulate and implement best practice financial management strategies, policies and accounting systems.
- Participate in developing long-term corporate strategy and business plans.
- Provide guidance and expertise in formulation of forward budgets and cash flow projections for the Units and the Group.
- Organize and coordinate reviewing of performance against these.
- Design and implement systems and controls for monitoring financial processes and procedures.
- Direct, oversee and coordinate the work of Unit Accountants to ensure accurate and timely preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements.
- Review and interpret the Units’ and the Group’s trading reports and financial statements. Advise senior Management and the Board on all financial matters including capital commitments and investment plans of the group.
- Develop and implement cost rationalization strategies to ensure reduction of overall operating costs.
- Serve as champion and link person to senior Management of the Group for purposes of Performance Contract planning, negotiating, monitoring, evaluation and reporting.
- Train and develop accounting staff to ensure financial management functions and responsibilities are effectively and efficiently discharged to enhance financial integrity and safeguard company assets.
Qualifications, competencies and experience:
- Bachelor of Commerce (accounting/finance option) or business related degree from a recognized university.
- Professional accounting qualifications (CPA (K), ACCA).
- A Member in good standing of a known professional body.
- Strong computer skills (MS Office); demonstrated proficiency with common hotel software (FIDELIO FO, MICROS POS, MICROS Material Control, Finance SAP and Sun Accounting systems or similar ERP application)
- Minimum seven (5) years relevant experience in service industry, three (3) of which must be at a financial management/leadership role.
- Proven Excellent planning, organizational, analytical and decision making skills with good communication, negotiation and problem solving skills. Self-driven with high level of integrity.
- Practical knowledge and understanding of private sector financial management, accounting regulations and practices.
If you believe you are the right candidate for the above positions and you can demonstrate that your knowledge, skills, abilities and work experience match the criteria given, please submit your application with a detailed CV attaching copies of academic and professional certificates and testimonials, stating current position, current remuneration package, three professionals referees, email and telephone contacts to the address shown below by close of business on Friday, 05th April 2013.
E-mail: recruitment@inspectorate-ea.com
Only short listed applicants will be contacted.
Inspectorate E.A Ltd is an equal opportunity employer and canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
Demystifying Top Career Advice Myths
By Dorcas Karuana,
Time finally comes for you to select the right career path for yourself and there’s enough career advice to last you for a life time. From your parents telling you the early bird gets the worm to that personal branding blog you read just last week, everyone and his brother has advice on how to advance your career.
The problems with this is; things have changed over the past few decades is a bit of an understatement. What was once conventional wisdom is now laughably outdated. At this point, it is
important for you to take a step back and retrospect about how you have fared in life and what you aspire to do next to meet your life’s goals.
There are a lot of myths and falsehoods floating around about career options, and you don’t want to fall prey to them, here’s the truth about seven career advice myths that have somehow managed to become conventional wisdom.
1. If you’re not an early riser, you’re a loser. Granted, the deck is sort of stacked against you, but that doesn’t mean you’re doomed. I haven’t had a coherent thought before noon in decades and somehow managed to have a remarkably successful career. And I’m certainly not alone. Instead of trying to be a zombie drone like everyone else, here are some easy tips on how to succeed when you’re not a morning person.
2. It’s not what you know but who you know. This old saying has given more people an excuse to give up on their careers than anything I can think of. Yes, it’s true that networking and work relationships are key to your success, but now more than ever, that’s entirely up to you. It’s your responsibility. If you aren’t willing to do the work, don’t blame it on anyone else. Also, what you’ve got going on under the hood means more than anything; it always has.
3. You need to kiss up to get ahead. I’ve known hundreds of successful executives and very few got there by kissing up to management and being worthless yes-men. If you know what you’re doing, you don’t have to kowtow to anyone. Learn how to manage up and how not to manage up, instead. Managing your boss is not the same as kissing his behind. Not even a little.
4. It’s called work for a reason; it’s not supposed to be fun. It’s true that business is about business; it’s certainly not all fun and games. That said, your absolute best chance of having a fulfilling and successful career is by doing what you love or have a passion for. If you dread getting up and going to work in the morning, you’re not there yet. Keep looking.
5. You need some sort of career coach. Everyone needs mentors and people who inspire us. But to have credibility, to provide guidance and insightful advice, they need to be people who’ve gone where you would like to go and achieved what you aspire to achieve. By definition, a coach who’s paid to guide your life or career isn’t that. Don’t waste your time and money.
6. Nice guys finish last. Absolutely untrue, simple as that. Organizations are far more effective at getting things done when people help and support each other in positive ways. In any business interaction, you have a better chance of winning if you’re nice to people. All things being equal, nice wins. Incidentally, nice doesn’t mean you’re a doormat or you’re not tough, professional or a strong negotiator. They’re not mutually exclusive qualities, so don’t confuse them.
7. Your personal brand is a big deal. This is very confusing to a lot of people. To be clear; look and behave professionally online and in person. Keep your own personal drama out of the workplace and out of your public online presence like LinkedIn, Twitter, Face book or your personal blog. Companies do not hire or promote personal brands. They hire and promote people who can get the job done and won’t be a pain in the rear. I don’t call that personal branding. I call that common sense. Use it.
Procurement Jobs Vacancies Kenya
Job Title : Procurement Officer
Reporting : Finance Manger.
Role Objective
Our Client is an ICT firm specializing in; Audio Visual, Multiuser computing, Unified Communication, Plantronics headsets, Network Solutions and Security Solutions seeks to recruit a procurement officer who will supervise, assign, review and participate in the work of staff responsible for volume purchasing services. The position holder will work closely with and in conjunction with the Customer Service Coordinators, Office Administrators, Procurement Officers and Operations Manager in ensuring
adequate management of materials and material flow to support those operations.
Duties and Responsibilities
1. Controls, policies and procedures
• Set up and maintain a control framework to ensure that all procurement activities are effectively managed and are in accordance with the Contract Regulations, Procurement Act and Financial Regulations
• Review and develop the Procurement Strategy covering each of the key business areas
• Develop the Procurement Procedures to ensure that relevant staff know when they are required to engage with the procurement team
• Ensure that the correct procedures are followed in respect of all major procurement activities
• Continually develop procurement expertise across the company to support staff development, knowledge and expertise in procurement activities.
2. Contract, Services and Supplier Reviews
• Set up a process of review for all Contracts, Supplies and Suppliers ensuring that maximum value for money benefits are achieved through supplier rationalization, developing an Approved Supplier list
• Encourage effective contract management across the business with regular reviews, development of Service Level Agreements and key performance measures
• Build and develop good relationships with key suppliers to ensure best value for money and customer satisfaction with services provided
• Ensure that all areas of concern are identified and addressed as early as possible, with remedial action taken
• Engage with Procurement Consortiums to ensure that value for money and economies of scale are used to company’s benefit, where appropriate
• Monitor trends in supplier and contract base and propose / implement plans to respond to such trends • Ensure that the central Contract Register is maintained, together with master contracts.
3. Procurement function
• Ensure that the necessary training is provided to the members of the procurement team to enable them to support the business wherever possible
• Identify and develop procurement training for non-procurement staff
• Establish a central procurement plan covering a rolling 3 year period to ensure that all activities can be forward planned and that adequate resources exist
• Engage with the business to identify the key procurement priorities and ensure that resources are assigned accordingly
• Manage the engagement of procurement consultancy where specialist services are required or existing resources cannot meet requirements
• Minimize the use of external procurement consultancy and deliver a value for money service to the business
4. Value for Money and Reporting
• Set procurement savings targets each year in conjunction with the Procurement Officer and monitor delivery against targets
• Prepare a quarterly report to the Procurement Officer, Finance and Human Resources Manager and Management providing a review of procurement activities and achievements
5. Relationships
• Take full line management responsibility for the buyers paying particular attention to training, development, performance management and supplier relationships
• Develop and maintain effective relationships both internally and externally, with all stakeholders including suppliers, customers and colleagues
• Ensure that the department members develop and maintain highly effective internal and external communications
• Ensure that the department deliver a professional buying service to external and internal customers
6. Operational
• Ensure that prices negotiated with suppliers are set a level where company can benefit from savings
• Ensure that, at price reviews, any increases are kept to a minimum and implemented only when fully justified ensuring that point 1 above still applies
• Ensure that all suppliers pricing information is up to date and stored, in accordance with procedures, on the Client Relationship Management System (CRM)
• Maintain accurate and up to date supplier agreements, trading terms and details of rebates for those suppliers within your portfolio
• Carry out pricing audits
• Ensure up to date hard copy price lists and product information are readily available for product management
• Ensure that the Product Managers are kept up to date with supplier details, (prices, product range, key field and office contacts etc.)
• Arrange and attend regular meetings with suppliers both on site and, when beneficial, at supplier premises
• Accurately invoice rebates from suppliers, based on purchase data received
• Analyze any new supplier proposals including pricing, due diligence reports etc
• Manage own correspondence and administration professionally and efficiently
• Fulfil the day to day operational responsibilities associated with supplier management
7. Inter-departmental responsibilities
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with all department head especially those responsible for the product management
• Attend and contribute to the monthly Product Managers meetings
• Promote effective liaison within the department to ensure that all the supplier information required for the production of marketing literature is supplied in the relevant format and to agreed deadlines. This includes but is not limited to the annual directory, newsletters, website
• Work with suppliers and buyers to ensure that the supplier contributions to any marketing activity add real value and promotes increased customer spend
8. Related assignments
• Perform other related duties or assignment as directed.
Skills Set Needed
• Materials handling experience commensurate with duties and responsibilities of the position
• Easy to contact and to communicate and work with
• Exhibits a sense of urgency when necessary
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Ability to issue and explain good instructions
• Working knowledge of computer systems, ability to learn CRM input, retrieval and use
• Understanding of the proper use of Work Orders, priorities and schedules
• Ability to work in a team environment, fully supporting the goals and objectives of the sales, maintenance and operations efforts
Desirable
• Diploma in Purchasing & Supplies
• Minimum 5 years’ Telecommunications/ I.T procurement environment experience.
Disclaimer
Candidates who do not meet the minimum requirements stated above need not apply.
ONLY candidates fulfilling the requirements of the positions should email their application together with a detailed and updated CV, indicating your availability, expected and current salary via email to:therecruiter@dafinaconsultants.com
On the Subject line clearly indicate “Procurement Officer”.
Deadline for application is 28th March 2013.
Ways To Stay Motivated In Your Career
By Tabitha Makumi,
Not all days are going to be happy days. Some days you are fired up and some days you just feel drab. Let’s face it – no matter how excited you are about a new project or priority in your life, there will always be days when your motivation lags. Days when – despite all the progress you’ve made in the past – it just sounds easier to sit on the couch and watching non ending Afro sinema flicks than to buckle down and crank out the work needed to be done.
Trying to become highly motivated for your job is probably one of the toughest challenges which most people have to reckon with. You can sometimes get too used to the job especially if it’s a job
that’s all about routines.
It’s human to feel this way, to lack the drive or even the motivation to show up to work the next day. But you can change all that. You can change feeling like a zombie at your work place and below are tips to help you bring life to your job.
Make Work Fun
Ok, so you can’t throw a party at work every day. It is possible, though, to make the work day more fun. Fun can be a tool to help improve job performance and promote positive attitudes in the workplace. It doesn’t have to be anything momentous – going on a surprise lunch or catching up with colleagues might just do the trick.
To Stay Positive, Avoid Negative People
It’s no brainer that attitude is contagious. Whether negative or positive, you will catch it. Even though you may love your job and you’re proud of the products and services you deliver, you probably felt that you and your organization weren’t doing their best. And if you had to work with a negative person for a long period of time, their poor attitude may have even made you want to quit your job. That’s the power a negative attitude can have on us.
If you have to work with negative people, try to limit additional interactions. You are not obligated to carpool with them, go to lunch with them, or spend time with them after work. Part of your responsibility as a professional is to be the kind of employee that others are not trying to get away from, but rather, to be a positive person with whom they enjoy working and seek out.
Develop a Positive Attitude
Don’t be a fun crusher, there’s no going around about it. You need a positive attitude and you need to trail along happy thoughts to be able to love what you do for a living. Positive attitude will go a long way into giving a kick into that stuck career. In whatever tasks assigned to you, approach it with a positive attitude. A positive attitude means doing each job with pride, passion and belief. Give the job assigned to you your best shot no matter how menial. When you approach work with a positive attitude you begin to become highly motivated for your job. It will contribute towards your career success goals.
Make Sure You Are Fired Up And Ready To Go!
It’s impossible to help your team members have positive attitudes in the workplace if YOU aren’t positive. Instead of walking around and grumbling about the fact that people’s attitudes aren’t where you would like them to be, focus your energy on creating and finding the positive in others. Be a guiding light that lifts your people up.
The bottom line is that today’s employers are looking for employees who:
• Want to work;
• Enjoy what they do;
• Take pride in their organization, their products, and their services;
• Care about their customers and their co-workers;
• Are the kind of team player others like to be around;
• Make work a better place by their good humour, dependability, integrity, and their ability to be a positive influence through their words and actions.
Finance Jobs in Kenya 2013
Job Description
Post: Finance Manager and Admin Officer Concern Universal (CU) Kenya
Reporting to: Country Director – Kenya Programme
Rationale: CU requires a skilled and experienced Financial and Admin Officer to lead in this area for the Country Programme.
Job Purpose: The goal of the CU Kenya team is to provide a strong support environment for our work with national and strategic partners with the aim of improving livelihoods and access to services
for the communities we work with.
Location: Based in Nairobi with occasional travel to partners and programme areas
CU Background in Kenya:
Concern Universal (CU) is a development and humanitarian organisation. CU was registered in Kenya in 2001 and is currently working in Arid and Semi-Arid areas. CU Kenya operates in 7 Counties; in Eastern (Machakos, Makueni & Kitui), North-Eastern (Wajir & Garissa) and Rift Valley (Kajiado & Narok) Provinces of Kenya. To-date CU Kenya has directly assisted over 500,000 beneficiaries.
Vision: A world where justice, dignity and respect prevail for all
Mission: Work in partnership to challenge poverty and inequality
Kenya Strategic Objective: Improved livelihoods and access to services.
Strategic outcomes:
1. Improved health: WASH, Maternal & Child health, etc
2. Improved Food security: agriculture, livestock development, value addition etc
3. Improved social accountability and education: capacity building of local CSOs, advocacy for improved service delivery, inclusion of marginalised people
Key Responsibilities:
1. To manage and have overall responsibility for all financial and administrative functions of CU Country Programme in Kenya.
2. Manage cash flow ensuring sufficient funds are available in country for the smooth operation of the CU Office and projects.
3. To assist the Country Director in Managing programme income and expenditure.
4. Liaise with UK Office as required on appropriate financial procedures to be implemented within the programme.
5. Engage fully with the statutory audit process and external programme audits
6. Guide the programme in updating reporting formats and routine monthly procedures for the financial management of projects.
7. Production of core variance reports and other project financial reports and analysis as required by the Country Director & UK Office.
8. Final consolidation of project financial reports for donors in close cooperation with project managers.
9. Monitoring and consolidation of the financial reporting for donors
10. Responsibility for bringing to the Director’s attention all financial matters which are unclear or require input.
11. In close liaison with programme personnel to help in development of budgets for new project proposals.
12. Responsibility for carrying out or overseeing of day-to-day financial tasks including preparation and processing of petty cash vouchers, petty cash reconciliations, cheque preparation, processing of invoices, maintenance of cheque register, financial filing etc.
13. Monthly reconciliation of bank and cash accounts; debtor and creditor accounts and management of appropriate collection/payment.
14. Reconciliation of UK office balances & all project finances.
15. Preparation of monthly payroll and appropriate wage, NHIF, NSSF, pensions and pay as you earn (PAYE) payments.
16. To engage in the Capacity Building of local Partners in Finance and Administration.
17. To ensure the implementation of internal administration policies
18. To respect and work within all aspects of Concern Universal’s Policies and Guidelines for Kenya.
19. Other tasks as discussed and agreed with the Country Director
Person Specification and other requirements:
Essential:
1. CPA/Accountancy qualification/or equivalent experience of accounting in the NGO sector.
2. High level of integrity
3. Self starter with a positive outlook.
4. Strong skills and experience with SAGE or comparable spreadsheet & accounting packages.
5. Flexible and adaptable disposition.
6. High attention to detail.
7. Well developed communication and interpersonal skills.
8. Ability to Train & transfer skills including one to one coaching.
9. Proven ability both to solve complex accounting problems and communicate effectively on these with non-specialist staff and partners.
10. Minimum two years overseas experience or equivalent experience with a major donor or agency.
11. High level of understanding of Kenya tax and labour laws
12. Reliable and proactive approach to problem solving.
13. Commitment to and experience of working with local NGOs and institutions.
14. Willingness and ability to travel to the field to work with partners.
15. Experience and familiarity with complex major donor financial reporting and auditing requirements.
16. High levels of patience & tolerance to manage the multiple challenges of financial management of complex interacting projects and work with partners.
How to Apply:-
If you feel you are qualified and suitable for the post, please email you Resume maximum 3 pages and cover letter to cupm@africaonline.co.ke.
All applications must be received not later than Friday 8 March at 17.30hrs.
Only applications received through the dedicated email address will be considered
CU is an equal opportunity employer
Location: Nairobi
Description:
ICT for Education Learning Specialist at RTI in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
RTI is an independent organization dedicated to conducting innovative, multidisciplinary research that improves the human condition. With a worldwide staff of more than 4,000 people, RTI offers innovative research and development and a full spectrum of multidisciplinary services. RTI International is seeking qualified candidates for a USAID funded 5 year education project aimed at improving early grade reading nationwide in Kenya. The project will establish one office in Nairobi and 4 offices in Counties to implement the project.
ICT FOR EDUCATION LEARNING SPECIALIST
The ICT for Education Learning Specialist will support RTI’s work in applying innovative technologies to enhance classroom teaching and learning, teacher training, education management and capacity building and facilitate communication and collaboration among education stakeholders. S/he will manage the integration of ICT for early grade reading interventions and provide technical assistance in developing appropriate ICT-enabled approaches.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in education, educational technology, or a related field.
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in applying ICT in education at the primary level for teacher training or other relevant training on the use of ICT (software and hardware) to support teaching and learning and professional development.
- Experience with open and distance learning mechanisms, including e-learning and m-learning (using mobile devices for training).
- Excellent computer skills in common productivity programs, solid photo and video editing and basic multimedia content /web development;
- Excellent soft skills, including interpersonal and communication skills and organizational and mentoring skills.
How to apply
RTI invites eligible candidates to indicate their interest in the position no later than March 12, 2013. Applications should consist of a letter (maximum one page) with clearly specified position for which the candidate is applying, detailed curriculum vitae, and 3 professional references, including your professional relationship with that person, the person’s telephone number and, if possible, an email address.
Applications must be submitted via the Internet to the following address: kenyaedu@rti.org
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
To learn more about RTI and our work in international development, please visit www.rti.org/idg RTI is proud to be an EEO/AA
Senior Education Advisor at RTI
Location: Nairobi
Description:
Senior Education Advisor at RTI in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
RTI is an independent organization dedicated to conducting innovative, multidisciplinary research that improves the human condition. With a worldwide staff of more than 4,000 people, RTI offers innovative research and development and a full spectrum of multidisciplinary services. RTI International is seeking qualified candidates for a USAID funded 5 year education project aimed at improving early grade reading nationwide in Kenya. The project will establish one office in Nairobi and 4 offices in Counties to implement the project.
SENIOR EDUCATION ADVISOR
The Senior Education Advisor will provide overall technical leadership in carrying out activities related to improving early grade reading in early primary grades. S/he will oversee development of: teacher professional development content; teaching and learning materials development; teacher evaluation and student assessment systems and ICT into reading activities. S/he will work with RTI technical staff to identify, harmonize effective mother tongue literacy and English transition instructional approaches to be used in early grades.
Qualifications
- Ph.D. in education or a Masters in Education with at least 10 years of relevant experience in literacy and teacher education.
- Demonstrated experience in literacy improvement, education management and governance, ICT in education applications, and/or assessment.
- Demonstrated ability to: manage and motivate a team of Kenyan technical staff and sub-project teams at the County level;
- work with government to deliver on results;
- and collaborate for policy promotion and capacity development with counterparts.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Fluency in English a must.
How to apply
RTI invites eligible candidates to indicate their interest in the position no later than March 12, 2013. Applications should consist of a letter (maximum one page) with clearly specified position for which the candidate is applying, detailed curriculum vitae, and 3 professional references, including your professional relationship with that person, the person’s telephone number and, if possible, an email address.
Applications must be submitted via the Internet to the following address: kenyaedu@rti.org
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
To learn more about RTI and our work in international development, please visit www.rti.org/idg RTI is proud to be an EEO/AA
Location: Nairobi
Description:
Finance Manager at RTI in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
RTI is an independent organization dedicated to conducting innovative, multidisciplinary research that improves the human condition. With a worldwide staff of more than 4,000 people, RTI offers innovative research and development and a full spectrum of multidisciplinary services. RTI International is seeking qualified candidates for a USAID funded 5 year education project aimed at improving early grade reading nationwide in Kenya. The project will establish one office in Nairobi and 4 offices in Counties to implement the project.
FINANCE MANAGER
The Finance Manager (FM) will oversee the management of financial and reporting functions for the Kenya education project in its Nairobi as well as its regional offices and will ensure compliance with the terms of the agreement with USAID/Kenya. S/he will ensure appropriate systems and procedures (cash management, vendor payments, budgeting and other related FM duties) are in place to properly disburse, account, budget and report project funds which are cost effective, timely and have proper internal controls. S/he will provide supervision of up to five other staff in her/his department. S/he is also responsible for transparent implementation of HR strategies.
Qualifications
- Bachelor degree plus six (6) years or a Masters degree plus three (3) experience in Finance or Accounting with CPA;
- At least three (3) years of experience working for a USAID project is desirable;
- Managerial experience is desirable with proven strong managerial skills;
- Experience overseeing human resource management;
- High proficiency in Excel and other Microsoft Office software and knowledge and experience with QuickBooks;
- ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines and work independently and cooperatively with team members.
How to apply
RTI invites eligible candidates to indicate their interest in the position no later than March 12, 2013. Applications should consist of a letter (maximum one page) with clearly specified position for which the candidate is applying, detailed curriculum vitae, and 3 professional references, including your professional relationship with that person, the person’s telephone number and, if possible, an email address.
Applications must be submitted via the Internet to the following address: kenyaedu@rti.org
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
To learn more about RTI and our work in international development, please visit www.rti.org/idg RTI is proud to be an EEO/AA
NGO Jobs in Kenya 2013. Deputy Project Director
RTI is an independent organization dedicated to conducting innovative, multidisciplinary research that improves the human condition.
With a worldwide staff of more than 4,000 people, RTI offers innovative research and development and a full spectrum of multidisciplinary services.
RTI International is seeking qualified candidates for a USAID funded 5 year education project aimed
at improving early grade reading nationwide in Kenya.
The project will establish one office in Nairobi and 4 offices in Counties to implement the project.
Deputy Project Director
The Deputy Project Director will manage and oversee all administrative and reporting activities for the project including:
general office operations,
financial management and communication information technology;
budget and grants; and
ensuring financial and administrative compliance with USAID regulations and timely reporting.
Qualifications
Master‘s degree plus nine years of relevant experience post degree.
Complementary experience working in administration and finance, particularly related budget and logistics management.
Demonstrated knowledge of social sector development issues in Kenya and USAID.
Experience in planning, management, USAID procurement procedures, administrative and financial procedures and reporting requirements.
Prior experience managing geographically dispersed teams is preferred.
Fluency in both written and spoken English required.
How to apply
RTI invites eligible candidates to indicate their interest in the position no later than March 12, 2013.
Applications should consist of a letter (maximum one page) with clearly specified position for which the candidate is applying, detailed curriculum vitae, and 3 professional references, including your professional relationship with that person, the person’s telephone number and, if possible, an email address.
Applications must be submitted via the Internet to the following address: kenyaedu@rti.org
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
To learn more about RTI and our work in international development, please visit www.rti.org/idg RTI is proud to be an EEO/AA
Sales & Marketing Vacancies Kenya
Sales Executive-(Gujarat speaking mandatory)
Our Client a leading wholesaler/retailer and distributor of household goods requires a sales executive.
Requirements.
The candidate must be a university graduate or equivalent. The ideal candidate must be fluent in English, Swahili & Gujarat both written and spoken, detail oriented energetic, fast learner and keen to look for
future growth within the organization. An individual with previous sales experience is preferable but not mandatory.
The individual must be computer literate and capable of handling accounting software for inventory. The individual will report operationally to the Sales Manager and functionally to the directors.
Duties & Responsibilities
• Handle customer queries either on the phone or in person
• Ensure that he/she has all the product knowledge
• Handle customer sales
• Responsible for stocks entering or leaving the showroom and accurately account for the same
• Review list of stock entering the showroom from the warehouse for completeness and report any discrepancies.
• Prepare management reports reflecting sales and recommendations for improvement and growth.
• Required to demonstrate use of home appliances to the customer
• Ability to account for stock from the point it leaves the stores to the loading point
• Responsible for accounts receivable follow up
• Visit potential customers for new business
• Provide customers with quotations
• Negotiate the terms of an agreement and close sales
• Gather market and customer information and provide feedback on buying trends
• Represent our organisation at trade exhibitions, events and demonstrations
• Identify new markets and business opportunities
• Record sales and send copies to the sales office
• Review your own sales performance
• Any other work as assigned by the Sales Manager
Duty station: Nairobi.
Salary: Competitive.
Commencement date: Immediately.
How to apply:
Indicate current gross pay and job title on subject line to:
recruitment@covenantexecutives.co.ke
By Tabitha Makumi,
I remember attending an interview and being asked if I knew what the company was all about and what they generally did, stupid of me I didn’t have the slightest clue so I just shook my head. Whether I got the job or not is a story for another day, but you are always welcome to make your guesses.
We attend interviews, we do or say a lot of meaningless things, we lie, we fake smiles, we try to seem like we know what we are talking about there’s always something we wish we never did during
the interview. So let’s take a look of some of this social gaffes and how we can avoid making them.
Being Too Late or Too Early
While most recruiters can forgive the latter, not so many are willing to do the same with the former. It is not good to arrive in a flustered rush, if you are late on the first day, it may be difficult for you to prove your reliability later. It is not necessary mean that you have to arrive at the dot of the required time but reaching the place a few reasonable minutes early is preferable.
Interrupting the Interviewer!
This can happen when you think you know the answers to everything. Or what people call too full of yourself. Don’t be a smart pant because you just might not get away with it. Even if you think you get where they’re going and have the most brilliant answer ever to their interview question, this is one of the most annoying things you can do. Give them a chance to finish. And at least do your best to maintain eye contact and show you are listening intently – and are very interested and respectful of the person speaking.
Wearing too heavy Makeup and jewellery.
This is for the ladies…times have changed a bit nowadays as you will find a number of men rocking makeup but women are the major culprits. So, unless the job calls for it (Fashion designers) don’t do it! The closer to natural you look, the more the real you can shine through. However if you opt for makeup artfully apply it because if you don’t, some employers will see it as a sign that you are more about looks and surface things than business. While we are talking about makeup, you should be keener on your personal hygiene. You don’t have to come dressed like a fashion stylist but at least be well groomed, have a fresh breath (Seriously!) I think that pretty much does it.
Answering Questions that were never raised.
You may think you are doing a very good job in trying to impress the interviewer but they might throw you a curve ball. What this shows is that you were not listening to the questions being asked and you are jumping ahead as if you have rehearsed your lines. Don’t race ahead to your answer or thinking of the next question. If you are asked about your great achievement in life, don’t start talking about how your skills are going to help the company if they take you on board. Of course, if there is a related key strength you want to tell them about, there may be a way to fit that into your answer, as long as you don’t go on and on. But first…answer the question.
Listening to music with your ear phones as you wait to be called in.
I like music when I am tensed; it’s a natural tension re-leaser, if there’s such a term. You might be tempted to plug in your earphones to calm the butterflies in your stomach. Don’t give into the temptation. Watching someone listen to music leaves the impression the person will be doing that during their work day too. That may not be the naked truth but that’s the impression you are leaving. Since you are there to present yourself a s a couple, serious candidate, start your impression from the moment you walk in.
Please feel free to add your own don’ts as well as any exceptions you can think of; I’m sure they exist. Stories from real interviews would be great.
Assistant Finance and Administration Officer at University Research Company
Location: Nairobi
Description:
Assistant Finance & Administration Officer at University Research Company in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
University Research Co., LLC has its headquarters in Bethesda, Maryland, USA. University Research Co., LLC (URC), along with its non-profit t affiliate Centre for Human Services (CHS), is a leader in public health consulting. Established in 1965, our work spans over 30 countries around the globe. URC’s mission is to improve the quality of and access to health, education, and social services in the United States of America and in developing countries around the world. For more information visit our website www.urc-chs.com. URC seeks a Nairobi based Assistant Finance & Administration Officer for USAID funded project Applying Science to Strengthen and improve SysTems (ASSIST). The Project is a global leader in the implementation, advocacy, development, and promotion of cost-effective methods to design and improve healthcare services and systems in developing and middle income countries.
ASSISTANT FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION OFFICER
Reporting to the Finance and Administration Officer, the incumbent shall be responsible for providing general financial and administrative support and ensure compliance with USAID and URC regulations regarding accounting, auditing and financial management requirements .
Responsibilities
- Assist in preparation of field financial reports to URC-HQ
- Assist in financial management and cash flow planning.
- Supports various projects in budget implementation and monitoring.
- Accurate coding of payment vouchers, data processing and payment.
- Manage petty cash including ensuring the maintenance of an appropriate level of petty cash in safe deposit.
- Reconciling balance sheet accounts and clearing all reconciling items periodically.
- Updating data in Quick Books Accounting System.
- Ensures that all costs in the project adhere to USAID/URC regulations.
- Assist in procurement of goods and services
- Ensure the proper layout of the office environment
- Ensure the prudent use of office resources by maintaining a resource consumption system
Qualifications and Competencies
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (Accounting/Finance option) with CPA Part II or its equivalent
- Minimum of two (2) years of work experience in finance for NGO
- Excellent computer skills and experience in Quick Books Accounting system will be an added advantage
- Excellent communication skills and a team player
- Good knowledge of USAID regulations
- Ability to maintain confidentiality, tact and discretion when dealing with people.
- High level of integrity and ability to work under minimal supervision
How to apply:
If you meet the criteria given above and are interested in the position, please quote the position in the email subject matter, send an application letter with a detailed CV indicating your present employer and position, daytime telephone number, current salary, names and address of three work-related referees to hrkenya@urc-chs.com.
The closing date for submitting application is 8th March 2013. URC regrets that only short-listed candidates will be contacted
URC is an equal opportunity employer
Production Supervisor at Wrigley
Location: Nairobi
Description:
Production Supervisor at Wrigley in Nairobi – Kenya Jobs, Careers and Vacancies
PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR
The Wrigley Company is the world’s largest manufacturer of chewing gum. A subsidiary of the MARS Company, a global leader in the chocolate and pet-food categories and one of the largest privately owned businesses. At Wrigley, we love what we do and are passionate about our people. People in over 150 countries enjoy our brands everyday. Our secret to success is ensuring our associates treat the business as if it were their own and ensuring that we harness the individual strengths of our people. We also place great emphasis on being a responsible company with an eye on the future. We are seeking to recruit a Production Supervisor reporting to the Production Manager.
Job Purpose Statement
To achieve production targets to meet customer demands in terms of quality and quantity by working through a team of engaged production associates.
Key responsibilities
- Ensuring production of high quality products by emphasizing on use of work procedures and enforcing in process quality checks by the machine operators and adherence to plan in wrapping areas.
- Accurate requisitioning of Packaging materials and setting up systems to eliminate or minimize wastages or losses along the production process.
- Focusing on Factory operational efficiencies such as wrapping averages, Overall Equipment Efficiencies, Trim/Package
- Waste generation and labour efficiency for optimum performance.
- Writing up of work instructions for all production activities occurring in the allocated section.
- Training of shop floor associates on Good Manufacturing Processes, Wrigley Procedures, work instructions/ Operator recommendations, machine safety instructions and enforcing use of these procedures.
- Ensuring proper documentation of all production activities, documenting the same in the SAP system in real- time and producing relevant reports as may be required.
- Liaising with Quality assurance and technical team to look into root causes of non-conformances and coming up with effective corrective actions, implementing those actions and following up to ensure non-recurrence of the same incident.
- Accountable for efficiency, quality, safety and engagement of the team he/she supervises, with demonstrated experience.
- Learn on the job, influence Logistics and Maintenance teams to set up priorities and design the work of the team.
- Ensuring adherence to ISO 22000 standards during manufacture
Requirements
- Holders of Bachelors degree in Food Science and Technology, Science or Equivalent from a recognized University.
- Minimum of 4 years experience in a busy FMCG in a supervisory role.
- Working knowledge and skills in safety, quality assurance and world class manufacturing.
- Ability to plan and follow through.
- Good Computer knowledge on MS Excel, word, among others.
- Experience in SAP system or related systems an added advantage
- Proven people leadership capabilities
- Experience in use of lean,TPM or Kaizen an added advantage
Key Competencies
Leadership Capabilities: Motivating Others, Creating Collaborative Relationships, Delivering Consistent Results, Developing talent
Functional Area: Production
If you believe you fit into the above profile, please send your full curriculum vitae with details of your qualifications, experience, present position, day and evening telephone numbers, e-mail address and names and addresses of three referees to E-mail: hr.ke@wrigley.com to reach us not later than Friday 1st March, 2013.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
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