We are pleased to announce the following vacancy within the Executive Business Analyst & PMO.

In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below:

Head of Innovation

Ref: EBA/PMO_HOI_FEB 2012

Reporting to the Executive Business Analyst and PMO, the job holders’ role will be to define and drive the Company’s innovation strategy through providing direction in delivery of compelling and innovative products & services.

The role holder will work very closely with all Business Units, and other key Stakeholders to grow revenue, while managing costs of innovation, through establishment and review of efficient processes.

Key Responsibilities

Innovation Management and Review
  • Defining & Driving portfolio Innovation strategy and roadmap;
  • Creating, evaluating and analyzing proposals for new business ideas;
  • Evaluating technological trends and developing product features to achieve product goals and enhance customer experience;
  • In liaison with relevant teams within the business undertake Market research and Competitive analysis to understand customers’ needs, competitor offering and obtain relevant customer insights that will aid in innovation.
Revenue Growth & Cost Control
  • Meet revenue targets for Contribution of all innovations;
  • Drive cost reduction initiatives through both the development of products/ business process and review of existing products & service/business processes.
Project Management
  • Project Management of the development / enhancement of products and services through the approved gate process;
  • Documentation and approval of the Product & Innovation Description and Business Case.
Products Performance Monitoring
  • Prepare product performance reports within the portfolio and undertake post-launch reviews of all products and services;
  • Proactively review customer’s feedback on products and services and follow up to ensure closure.
Products Performance Monitoring
  • Prepare product performance reports within the portfolio;
  • Undertake post-launch reviews of all products and services to assess actual market take-up against anticipated take-up as presented in the Business Case.
People/Performance management
  • Prepare clear objectives and targets for members of the respective/cross functional teams with clear deliverables and timelines;
  • Identify coaching needs and execute and document recommendations;
  • Manage staff effectively through reward & recognition of both individual and team performance.
Minimum Requirements
  • Bachelors Degree in Commerce or a Technical field – Engineering or Information Technology from a recognized university;
  • At least 8 years work experience in the Telecoms/ICT space or FMCG. This is expected to include: 5 years in product development/Project management in a telecommunications environment, 3 of which should be at a management level;
  • Experience in managing multiple projects (6 – 12 month duration) simultaneously from start to finish, which have impact across a company, customers and on the revenue generation capability of the organization;
  • Good understanding of regulatory framework for mobile operations particularly in the Kenyan environment;
  • Excellent project management skills;
  • A highly motivated person with a positive attitude towards work;
  • Innovative, creative, results oriented with excellent analytical skills;
  • A proven team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skill.
If you feel that you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualification and experience listed above please send your resume and application letter indicating your experience and why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title to the address below.

The deadline for application is Friday 10th February 2012.

The Senior Manager – Talent Acquisition
Safaricom Ltd
Nairobi
Via E-mail to: hr@safaricom.co.ke

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Safaricom Treasury Operations Manager Job in Kenya

We are pleased to announce the following vacancy within the Finance Division.

In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below:

Treasury Operations Manager

FIN_TOM_ 2012

Reporting to the Senior Manager-Treasury and Tax, the job holder will be responsible for management of all Treasury operations including bank relationships and cash management; ensuring the company has the best banking products and services to meet its operational needs.

The job holder will also oversee the Treasury back office operations.

The job holder’s key responsibilities will be to:
  • Invest excess company’s funds to earn competitive returns and manage bank charges;
  • Manage the company borrowings and ensure all finance costs and loan related covenants are honored;
  • Cash management of Retail outlets by ensuring all sales are receipted and reconciled to daily bankings;
  • Funding of all bank accounts as per company requirements including preparation of daily cash position for management;
  • Manage Foreign exchange transactions with banks by assessing payment requirements and ensuring purchases are made at competitive rates;
  • Manage the relationships with banks through participation in selection of core banking partners for various products/ services required by the business and agree KPIs between bank and the company in writing for delivery of these products/services;
  • Maintain a first port of call liaison office to resolve all issues with the banks and escalate issues to higher level of management where their input is required.
Minimum Requirements:
  • Honors degree from a recognized university in a business related field;
  • At least one full professional qualification in accounting namely CPA, ACCA, CIMA or an equivalent
  • 5-6 years accounting experience in a well run company;
  • Strong corporate treasury career path within international companies;
  • Understanding of the international financial reporting standards and their applications;
  • Strong understanding of money markets and being able to relate the same to the company’s operations and opportunities;
  • Hands on experience working with a computerized accounting system preferably with oracle applications;
  • Understanding and enforcement of company approved authority transactions limits;
  • Submission of accurate, timely and relevant information for statutory and internal audit purpose;
  • Strong analytical skills and keen attention to details.
If you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualification and experience, please send your resume and application letter indicating why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title and Ref No to the address below by Thursday, 9th February 2012.

Senior Manager-Talent Acquisition,
Safaricom Limited,
Via email to: hr@safaricom.co.ke

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We are pleased to announce the following vacancy within the Finance Division.

In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below:

Senior Accountant - Financial Systems & Analysis

Ref: FIN-SAFSA-AUG11

Reporting to the Manager - Financial Systems & Analysis the job holder will be responsible for executing relevant tasks required in the development and enhancement in the use of the business integrated system application i.e. Oracle and incorporate the various business processes.

Key Responsibilities
  • Evaluate and document all the business transactional processes that impact on Financial Accounting;
  • Mapping of the documented processes to activated ERP applications;
  • Identify simple and efficient methods of extracting information to assist in the financial reporting;
  • Identify modules in the ERP relevant to the business that require to be implemented and justify their value add to the business;
  • Collect information and prepare written proposals for implementation of enhancements to the ERP usage;
  • Participate in the preparation of detailed project plans for execution of approved proposals within tight deadlines;
  • Assist in the co-ordination of the execution for the approved projects;
  • Prepare progress reports for project monitoring;
  • Co-ordinate training between the users and developers in Financial Accounting.
Minimum Requirements
  • Qualified Accountant CPA (K)/CIMA/ACCA/ACA or equivalent with Honours degree from a recognized university. An IT qualification will be an added advantage;
  • 4-5 years Accounting experience in a well run company of which 2 should be at a supervisory level;
  • Hands on experience working with a computerized accounting system preferably with ERP application;
  • Demonstrate proficiency in project management skills and competencies;
  • Thorough understanding of the International Financial Reporting Standards and experience in application and enforcement of the standards at the workplace;
  • Experience in co-ordination of project activities to completion;
  • Ability to critically analyse processes and systems for enhancement of efficiencies and performance;
  • Experience in preparation and supervision of basic accounting ledger entries and extraction of the Trial Balance and financial statements;
  • Direct involvement in Corporate reporting for financial and management information;
  • Ability to relate well with both internal and external customers and work in teams;
  • Proactive, confident, self- drive for results with the ability to work under pressure and tight schedules/deadlines and with minimum supervision;
  • Leadership skills and ability to train others and enhance their skills and competencies;
  • A proven team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
If you are up to the challenge, posses the necessary qualification and experience, please send your resume and application letter indicating why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title and Ref No to the address below by Friday the 10th February 2012.

The Senior Manager – Talent Acquisition
Safaricom Ltd
Nairobi

Via E-mail to hr@safaricom.co.kehr@safaricom.co.ke

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WWF- The global conservation organization, Kenya Country Office (KCO), is seeking to recruit:

Assistant Accountant

To be based in Nairobi, Kenya.

Under the supervision of the Programme Accountant, the Assistant Accountant will give support in the general ledger reconciliation, bank reconciliation, data entries into Oracle, processing of payables and receivables and the handling of petty cash.

Major duties will include but not limited to:
  • processing all disbursements emanating from KCO, reviewing requests and writing cheques and dispatch of signed cheques to payee;
  • ensuring that all entries relating to disbursements, receipts or adjustments are posted into relevant ledgers in ORACLE and preparation of monthly financial report;
  • production of monthly bank reconciliation statements;
  • analysis and reconciliation of organization’s telephone accounts and charging accordingly;
  • custody and disbursement of petty cash according to established policy guidelines;
  • checking and coding suppliers’ invoices, preparing vouchers for payment;
  • filing of all the finance related documents and maintaining the filing system in an orderly manner;
  • monthly reconciliation of the core office staff advances;
  • super-user for cash management and accounts receivable modules in ORACLE;
  • accurate and timely capture and processing of project data from the sub-regional office as well as from all project locations;
  • maintaining project standing data such as project, award and budget information and provide relevant information for maintenance of common data such as supplier information.
The incumbent must possess:
  • at least a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Commerce, Business Administration or related financial field;
  • professional CPA/ACCA qualification at least the second level;
  • minimum of 1 year experience in financial/project administration and management within an international organization, multinational company or government service with a bias to contract preparation and administration, database management, multi-currency financial reporting and multiple donor liaison;
  • good working knowledge of ORACLE;
  • demonstrable skills in the development and implementation of finance and accounting policies, procedures and systems in the context of an international NGO;
  • good knowledge of fund accounting including reporting requirements of major bi-lateral Aid Agencies;
  • hands-on knowledge of ORACLE accounting softwares would be a distinct advantage;
  • exceptionally strong analytical skills with ability to set priorities, complete work with minimal supervision and meet deadlines; advanced computer skills, particularly knowledge of MS Excel software;
  • strong communication and interpersonal skills, with fluency (spoken and written) in English;
  • ability to promote team synergy in a multicultural environment;
  • adherence to WWF’s values, which are: Optimistic, Engaging, Determined and Knowledgeable;
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should email a cover letter and CV to the Human Resource Manager, WWF-KCO - HResource@wwfesarpo.org not later than 15 February 2012.

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