Unighir Ltd., specializing in designing of professional kitchens and providing high quality catering equipment within East Africa is looking to recruit the below positions to support business growth and expansion in various regions:

1. Project Sales Engineer

Position Overview:

Reporting to the Head of Commercial, the Project Sales Manager’s main role will be to source for new business opportunities while retaining existing ones, and oversee implementation of projects to ensure delivery on-scope, on-time, on-budget and on-quality.

Responsibilities:

1. Business Development
  • Develop and sustain long-term relationships with clients, industry professionals, architects, QS, Consultants, developers and other decision influencers to keep up to date with upcoming projects and industry developments
  • Hold client meetings and negotiate contracts
  • Ensure new opportunities are converted into business
  • Follow-up new business opportunities and set-up discovery and other meetings to understand client requirements and project needs
  • Disseminate clients project requirements to project team and prepare Fee and Scope proposals
  • Going on site to scope the work
  • Conduct prospective clients’ risk-analysis
2. Project Management
  • Oversee and coordinate implementation of projects as per requirements
  • Oversee the development of relevant templates such as project needs analysis, Service Level Agreements and other relevant documentation
  • Coordinate with the in-house team on project designs and proposals
Requirements
  • Minimum 5 years experience in Commercial / Marketing role
  • Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • Proficiency in project design, documentation and software
  • Strong relationship building ability
  • Demonstrated ability to oversee and simultaneously manage multiple small-to-large scale projects
  • Ability to confidently interact with client representatives at all levels
  • Possess effective communication, presentation and research ability
  • Demonstrate ability to implement and deliver short, medium and long-term strategies
  • Possess a “Can do” attitude with a desire to make things happen at a very fast pace
2. Service Sales Engineer

Position Overview:

Reporting to the Head of Commercial, the Service Sales Manager’s main role will be development and expansionof market for all service work and provision manpower support for project work.

Responsibilities:
  • Develop & implement service sales strategies, procedures & standards
  • Acquisition & maintenance of contracts for servicing of kitchen and catering equipment
  • Advise clients on repairs, costing, preventive maintenance & contract negotiation
  • Structure, manage & supervise a team of technicians to ensure manpower supply for both project & service jobs
  • Ensure site safety, cleanliness, site testing & inspection
  • Manage customer data
Requirements
  • Minimum 5 years experience in overseeing technical sales or project management
  • Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • Multiple project oversight ability
  • Ability to confidently interact with client representatives at all levels
  • Expert negotiating, communication & presentation skills
  • Strong relationship building skills
  • Excellent leadership skills
Please send your CV to jobs@unighir.com indicating the job title on the subject.

Service Advisor

Location:
Nairobi (Industrial Area)

Expected Salary: Kshs.20,000

Industry: Transport

Our client, a motor vehicle dealer specializing in quality body building of buses and trucks as well as offering services such as automobile parts and accessories seeks to recruit a Service Advisor.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities
  • To ensure the highest standard of courtesy and integrity when interacting with customers and members of the public.
  • To receive customer enquiries by telephone and in person and successfully convert these into service bookings.
  • To maximize service sales and profitability by selling core, value added and incremental products.
  • To record accurately vehicle information, refer to service histories and effectively follow- up and prospect customers to secure repeat and incremental business.
Qualifications, Training and Experience
  • Certificate/Diploma in Business management
  • Current knowledge of manufacturer’s warranty procedures and documentation.
  • Current knowledge of Mechanical Breakdown Insurance company procedures and documentation.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and unambiguously with customers, members of public and other staff members and record all such interaction accurately.
  • Ability to calm and manage distressed and otherwise difficult customers in an effective manner.
To apply, send your CV and cover letter to vacancies@flexi-personnel.com before Wednesday 27th February, 2013.


Dynamic People Consulting is recruiting a Sales Lead (IT) for one of its clients, an IT Business Solutions provider. 

The Sales Lead’s (IT) overall function will be to create and to develop strong ongoing business relationships with the client’s senior managers, technical supervisors, engineers and technicians on Security products and solutions

The incumbent will specifically be responsible for the following:
  • Identify market gaps and partner alignment opportunities;
  • Plan and prioritise personal sales activities and customer/prospect contact towards achieving agreed business aims;
  • Plan and manage personal business portfolio/territory/business according to an agreed market development strategy;
  • Provide solution and technology expertise;
  • Facilitate access to and utilization of reseller communities;
  • Monitor and report on market and competitor activities and provide relevant reports and information.
The successful candidate should have the following qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Sales and Marketing;
  • At least Four (4) years working experience in a similar industry;
  • At least Two (2) years working experience in sales of AV/AS solutions, Firewall
  • solutions, Data loss prevention solutions and Encryption required;
  • Experience providing security solutions.
  • Must be adept in the workings of network, computer and IT security systems;
  • Must have Cisco Security, Websense and Fortinet certifications;
  • Possess strong selling skills;
  • Excellent verbal and writing communication skills
  • Polished presentation skills ;
  • Honesty and unquestionable integrity in handling confidential information;
  • Result oriented;
If you believe you qualify for this position, please apply for the position by uploading your CV to our website: www.dpckenya.com under vacancies.

Only qualified candidates shall be contacted


Our clients is a logistics company that has been in operation for 39 years, primarily involved in Removals, Packing, Warehousing, Air and Sea Export, Import Freight and Clearance, Travel and Tours

Job Role

As Sales Executive you are principally responsible for bringing sales for the company

Job Description
  • Dedicated Sales performance against assigned target
  • Develop the new clients and retain the existing clients
  • To respond to incoming queries and ensures the resolution of service delivery issues
  • Prepare and attend client meetings
  • To be well aware of the local market in the Freight industry
  • To have good know-how of the service providers and customers
Skills

An industry background from a Freight Forwarding company
  • At least 3 years experience in sales
  • Bachelor degree in any discipline
  • Fluent in English
  • Should have in-depth knowledge of freight forwarding
Desired Attributes
  • Professional image, polished presentation
  • Highly motivated and a team player
  • Self starter with a good business sense
  • Creative and proactive approach towards challenges
  • Ability to influence and build relationships at all levels especially with external customers
Please send your application to alternatedoors@gmail.com

National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA)
 
Design Competition for New Logo for National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA)
 
The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) is a body formed through the National Transport and Safety Act, of 2012. 

The functions of the Authority are to:-
  • advise and make recommendations on matters relating to road transport and safety,
  • implement policies relating to road transport and safety,
  • plan, manage and regulate the road transport sector in accordance with the provisions of the Act, and,
  • ensure the provision of safe, reliable and efficient road transport service.
In performance of its functions, the Authority is mandated to:-
  • register and licence motor vehicles,
  • conduct motor vehicle inspection and certification,
  • regulate public service vehicles,
  • advise the Government on national policy with regard to road transport sector,
  • evelop and implement road safety strategies,
  • facilitate the education of members of the public on road safety,
  • conduct research and audits on road safety,
  • compile inspection reports relating to traffic accidents,
  • establish systems and procedures for, and oversee the training, testing and licensing of drivers,
  • formulate and review the curriculum of driving schools, and
  • coordinate the activities of persons and organizations dealing in matters relating to road safety.
The technical requirements for the logo are:-
  • The logo should interpret and represent the mandate of the Authority;
  • The logo should have the full name - NATIONAL TRANSPORT AND SAFETY AUTHORITY (NTSA);
  • The logo should be unique, innovative and should not resemble any other existing logo and competitors should guarantee that the proposed logo does not interfere with any third party rights or infringe on any copyright;
  • The logo colours should be dark blue in a background of gold;
  • The logo should be done by using the common design programs with a scale of 28 x 20 cm and a resolution of 300 pixels/inch;
  • By submitting the logo, you agree to transfer copyright of the design to NATIONAL TRANSPORT AND SAFETY AUTHORITY (NTSA);
  • The complete logo with a CD of the design should be deposited in the Tender Box located at the entrance of the Ministry of Transport, Transcom House before 28th February, 2013 at 12.00 noon. The designers or their representatives are invited to attend the opening at the closing time.
Prize
 
The winner of the competition will receive a prize of Kshs.100,000 (one hundred thousand), while the first and second runners up will receive consolation prizes of Kshs.50,000 (fifty thousand) and Kshs.25,000 (twenty five thousand) respectively.

Ag. Director General
National Transport And Safety Authority (NTSA)
P. O. Box 52692 – 00200
Nairobi, Kenya

The International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT) - a member of the CGIAR Consortium - develops technologies, innovative methods, and new knowledge that better enable farmers, especially smallholders, to make agriculture competitive and profitable as well as sustainable and resilient. 

CIAT conducts research for development in tropical regions of Latin America, Africa, and Asia.

CIAT is seeking a Research Assistant with the main responsibility of providing technical support to the AGMIP and Africa Rising projects within the Soils Research Area.

Main responsibilities include:
  • Prepare monthly newsletter on the most current climate change and modeling issues
  • Assist in organizing meetings and training workshops
  • Collect and quality control agronomic survey datasets
  • Maintain and continuously update agronomic database and the existing AfSIS database
  • Participate in data analysis and preparation of reports and manuscripts
  • Coordinate sample and data flows between field and laboratory
The candidate shall have the following competencies, skills and experience:
  • Master’s Degree in Agriculture, Soil Science or Environmental Studies
  • 3 years’ experience with proven ability to work with large datasets
  • Data analysis skills and familiarity with different data analysis tools
  • Good communication and report writing capabilities
  • Publications or submissions for publication ¡n a peer reviewed journal will be an advantage
Terms of employment:
 
The position is nationally recruited and will be based at the CIAT Offices in Nairobi, Kenya.
 
The contract will be for a one-year period, subject to a probation period of three (3) months, renewable depending on performance and availability of resources.
 
How to apply:
 
Applicants are invited to send a cover letter illustrating their suitability for the above position against the listed qualifications, competencies, skills together with a detailed curriculum vitae, including names and addresses of three referees. 

All correspondence should be addressed to the 

CIAT Human Resources Office, 
P.O Box 823-00621, 
Nairobi, Kenya 

and email applications to ciatkenyainfo@jcg.ar.org clearly indicating Research Assistant-AGMIP on the subject line. 

Email applications and CV’s should be saved as one file using the applicant’s last name and first name for ease of sorting.
 
Closing date for applications: 4th March, 2013
 
All applications will be acknowledged; only short listed candidates will be contacted.
 
We invite you to learn more about us at: www.cgiar.org and http://www.ciat.cgiar.org/



The Pest Control Products Board, a statutory organization of the Kenyan Government established under an act of parliament, is charged with the responsibility of regulating the importation and exportation, manufacture, distribution, sale, use and disposal of pest control products.
 
The Board seeks to fill the following vacant positions with qualified individuals;
Pesticide Registration Officer I
Scale
PCB 7
Two (2) Posts
 
Duties and responsibilities
 
An officer at this level will undertake the following duties and responsibilities:
  • Evaluating efficacy trial reports, physical chemical and toxicological reports;
  • Evaluating pesticide labels and preliminary dossiers;
  • Carrying out efficacy trials on pesticides ;
  • Carrying out completeness checks on technical dossiers;
  • Verifying of imports/ exports applications;
  • Updating registration database.
Requirements for appointment
  • A Bachelor of Science degree in either of the following disciplines: Agriculture, Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry, Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine or any other relevant qualification from a recognized institution;
  • a Master’s degree in any of the following fields:- Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry or any other relevant qualification from a recognized institution;
  • Have served as a Pesticide Registration Officer II or a comparable and relevant position for a minimum period of three (3) years in a reputable organization;
  • Be proficient in computer applications.
Chief Pesticide Registration Officer
Scale PCB 5
One (1) Post

Duties and responsibilities
 
An officer at this level will undertake the following duties and responsibilities
  • Evaluating of technical data for registration of products;
  • Developing and implementing guidelines and procedures for registration;
  • Monitoring of efficacy, physical chemical properties and toxicological trials;
  • Approving labels, packaging materials and advertisements;
  • Developing and implementing programs;
  • Keeping and updating the List of Registered Pesticides.
Requirements for appointment
  • A Master’s degree with specialization in any of the following fields: - Plant Pathology, Crop Protection, Environmental Chemistry, Analytical chemistry, Toxicology, Entomology, Weed Science, Bio-chemistry or any other relevant discipline;
  • Strategic management course lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution;
  • Have served as a Senior Pesticide Registration Officer or a comparable and relevant position for a minimum period of three (3) years in a reputable organization;
  • Be proficient in computer applications.
Pesticide Inspector II
Scale PCB 8
Four (4) Posts

Duties and responsibilities
 
An officer at this level will undertake the following duties and responsibilities:
  • Undertake inspection for pesticide quality and their suitability;
  • Processing of imports and exports permits;
  • Undertake certifying of Pesticides through the supply chain from manufacture to use approved and registered;
  • Sampling of pesticides;
  • Preparing field inspection reports and premises licence;
  • Certifying of pesticides at ports of entry.
Requirements for appointment
  • Bachelor of Science degree in any of the following disciplines: Agriculture, Environmental Chemistry, Chemistry, relevant Biological Sciences, or any other relevant qualification from a recognized institution; and
  • Be proficient in computer applications.
Senior Pesticide Inspector
Scale PCB 6
Two (2) Posts

Duties and responsibilities
 
An officer at this level will undertake the following duties and responsibilities:
  • Undertaking inspection and quality assurance of pesticides;
  • Ensuring product certification;
  • Undertake conformity assessment;
  • Coordinating pesticide waste disposal;
  • Supervise pesticide disposal in high temperature incinerators;
  • Undertake field extension in liaison with other stakeholders;
  • Compiling and disseminating of technical information on pesticides.
Requirements for appointment
  • A Master’s degree in any of the following fields:- Agriculture, Plant Pathology, Crop Protection, Environmental Health, Environmental Chemistry, Livestock production, Analytical chemistry, Toxicology, Entomology, Weed Science, Bio-chemistry, Veterinary Medicine
  • A management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution; and
  • Environmental Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks
  • Served as a Pesticide Inspector I or a comparable and relevant position for a minimum period of three (3) years in a reputable organization;
  • Posses knowledge in manufacturing, storage, sale and distribution of pest control products;
  • Be proficient in computer applications.
Chief Pesticide Inspector
Scale PCB 5
One (1) Post

Duties and responsibilities
 
An officer at this level will undertake the following duties and responsibilities:
  • Monitoring of safe use and disposal of pesticides;
  • Conformity assessment of premises, firms and businesses dealing with pesticides products;
  • Disseminating of information on pesticides to stakeholders and general public;
  • Training dealers of pesticides and pest control operators;
  • Developing of technical training and disposal guidelines and standards;
  • Communicating topical pesticide information in the media to the public.
Requirements for appointment
  • A Bachelor of Science degree in any of the following disciplines: Agriculture, Environmental Chemistry, Chemistry, relevant Biological Sciences, or any other relevant qualification from a recognized institution;
  • A Master’s degree in any of the following fields:- Plant Pathology, Crop Protection, Environmental Chemistry, Entomology, or any other relevant discipline;
  • Attended a strategic management course lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized institution;
  • Environmental Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks;
  • Served as a Senior Pesticide Inspector or a comparable and relevant position for a minimum period of three (3) years in a reputable organization;
  • Posses knowledge in manufacturing, storage, sale and distribution of pest control products;
  • Proficient in computer applications.
Assistant Human Resource Manager
Scale PCB 4
One (1) Post
Duties and Responsibilities
 
An officer at this level will undertake the following duties and responsibilities
  • Coordinating and controlling of the functions and operations in the Human Resource unit;
  • Ensuring adherence to Human Resource policies, rules, regulations, standards and procedures governing terms and conditions of service;
  • Advising on administration of the Career Progression Guidelines and progressions.
  • Planning, coordinating and directing of Human resource services in the Board in such areas as recruitment and promotion, compliment control, placement/deployment, staff development, employee relations, remuneration and staff welfare;
Requirements for appointment
  • A Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following fields: Human Resource Management/Personnel Management/Business Administration/Industrial Relations/Post Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management;
  • A Master’s degree in Social Sciences or any other related and equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
  • attended a Strategic Management course lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized Institution;
  • Have served as a Chief Human Resource Management Officer or a comparable and relevant position for a minimum period of three (3) years in a reputable organization;
  • be conversant with Human Resource Policies, legislation and procedures;
  • Be a member of the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM);
  • Be proficient in computer applications.
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements are required to send applications enclosing detailed curriculum vitae, copies of academic and professional certificates, testimonials, national identity card, names and addresses of three (3) referees and day time telephone contacts to the following address so as to reach the undersigned by 12th March 2013.
 
The Pest Control Products Board is committed to availing equal employment opportunities to all Kenyans. 

People with disabilities who meet the requirements of the jobs are especially encouraged to apply. 

All genders are encouraged to apply.
 
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
 
The Secretary / Chief Executive Officer,
Pest Control Products Board,
P.O Box 13794-00800,
Westlands,
Nairobi

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