ICT Director Job in Multimedia University College of Kenya

The Multimedia University College of Kenya was established by the Kenya Government under Legal Notice Number 155 of 2008 as a constituent college of Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT), the successor to the Kenya College of Communications Technology (KCCT).

The University College aims at becoming a regional leader in the discovery, preservation and dissemination of knowledge in the areas of Information and Communications Technology and related academic disciplines.

The College invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the following vacant positions.

ICT Director

Grade 13

Reporting to the Principal/CEO, the ICT Director is expected to provide strategic leadership and direction to the College in ICT related matters.

The ICT Director will oversee several functions including Network & Telecommunication Infrastructure, Information Systems and Operations & Client Support.

The ideal candidate should be able to appreciate and implement the strategic role of ICTs in teaching, research and administrative environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide ICT leadership and direction to College Management.
• Provide leadership and direction to staff within the ICT Directorate.
• Identify and implement effective automated processes to support the teaching, research and administrative divisions.
• Ensure Business Continuity/Security for College Information Systems and Assets.
• Project managing various in-house and/or externally contracted ICT projects.

Key Competencies

• Candidate MUST have at least an MSc in IT/IS/Computer Science from a recognized university.
• Candidate MUST have at least one relevant Professional Qualification (CCNA, CISA, CISM, MSCE, OCP
• Minimum of seven (7) years experience in a technical Telecommunications/ Engineering/ IT management position
• Belong to a relevant professional association (IEEE, ISACA, CSK)

Applications must reach the undersigned by 18th November 2011.

Deputy Principal (Finance & Administration)
Multimedia University College of Kenya
P O Box 30305-00100
Nairobi

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Pz Cussons Assistant Key Accounts Manager (Sales Department) Job in Kenya

PZ Cussons East Africa is a leading Global Manufacturer and Marketer of leading Household quality brands that include Carex, Imperial Leather, Venus, Robb, Ushindi and Flamingo.

In line with our Key Accounts growth agenda, we wish to enhance our Sales team by hiring for the position of Assistant Key Accounts Manager.

Job Purpose

The position is responsible for effective management and development of business relationships with key customer accounts (supermarket chains), whilst focusing on maximizing the performance, profitability, sales value and volume of company brands within Kenya.

This position reports to the Senior Key Accounts Manager.

Principal Accountabilities

• Execute joint customer plans for respective accounts that form a basis for mutual collaboration toward partnership growth.
• Managing Relationships to grow the business.
• Maintain and grow existing volume and distribution by taking direct responsibility for customer relationships and leveraging contacts, thus building positive, credible & long term relationships with On-Premise customers especially at branch levels.
• Execute share of shelf and to ensure we have distribution, stock weight and visibility in the outlets in the assigned area.
• Collect payments and ensure debt levels do not run into bad debts.
• Exceptional execution of Sales Drivers (Price, Promotion, Visibility, Quality, Distribution, Persuasion) through application of customer/consumer insights.
• Report implementation of all activity though appropriate processes & systems and monitors compliance.
• Suggest activities that will grow accounts.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Bachelors’ degree in Sales & Marketing or equivalent with at least five (2) years experience in FMCG sales.
• Ability to assess competitor data, activity and recommending counter approaches.
• Ability to influence orders and negotiate for space in branches.
• Ability to execute promotions in time and fully.
• Good Negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to align self to our core values of Courage, Accountability, networking, Drive and Oneness
• Potential to demonstrate our Global Competencies of Creating the Future, Working Together, being Adaptable, and Pursuing Success within the first six months of employment

How to Apply

If you meet the requirements for this position, please send your application and CV to Jobs.Kenya@pzcussons.com.

This vacancy remains open until close of business on 18 November 2011.

PZ Cussons East Africa is an equal opportunity employer

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IRC Clinical Officer (Ophthalmology) Job in Hagadera Kenya

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Kenya serves vulnerable populations in the Turkana and Garissa regions as well as in Eastleigh, Nairobi.

The IRC implements programs in the areas of comprehensive primary health care, nutrition, protection, peace building, water and sanitation and hygiene (WASH) and HIV/AIDS and prevention and response to gender based violence.

Applications are invited for the position of:

Clinical Officer, Ophthalmology - Hagadera

Clinical Officer Ophthalmology, will have the overall responsibility for the daily clinical assessment and prescription of treatment for all patients attending the eye health unit

Responsibilities:

• Provide consultations at the eye clinic 6 days a week
• Diagnose, manage and refer cataract cases appropriately
• Increase community awareness to participation in eye care especially cataract identification and referral
• Perform cataract surgeries and refer complicated cases appropriately
• Take part in planning and participating in eye camps
• Ensure that all assessments and treatment provided are properly documented on patients files
• Maintain an accurate and updated records keeping system in the health unit keeping in mind that any significant changes seen with regards to cases seen in health unit should be reported to the Doctor in charge and other relevant authorities
• Admit patients to the wards when necessary and ensure that M.O. in-charge is promptly informed.
• Maintain equipments in good condition and submit regular inventory report of the same
• Compile and submit quarterly inventory return/ requisition of all drugs and supplies

Qualifications:

• Higher Diploma in clinical medicine- Ophthalmology
• At least 3 years relevant working experience.
• Experience working with a non-profit humanitarian organization.
• Must be flexible, culturally sensitive and ready to work in difficult environmental conditions
• Fluency in English, including writing clear and concise reports. Knowledge of and fluency in Somali is added advantage.

All interested candidates are requested to submit a cover letter and an updated CV (Do Not attach Certificates) to the following email address: HRKenya@rescue.org by 19th November, 2011.

IRC is an equal opportunity employer

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IT Technician Job in Kenya

Compugoal Computer Services is an information technology company focused on information technology solutions. We are based in Nairobi and our operations are spread across East Africa. Our Motto is "Through Knowledge comes control"

We wish to recruit an IT Technician to be based in our Nairobi office.

Primary Function

Reporting to the Technical IT Manager, the primary role will be to monitor and maintain Compugoal Computer Service’s Client computer systems and networks, install and configure computer systems, diagnose hardware/software faults and solve technical and applications problems either over the phone or in person.

Develop manuals, standard operating procedures and training covering all aspects of technical information management in the Organization and ensure proper utilization and maintenance of information and data management equipment.

Essential Functions

• Track, prioritize and document requests using an IT support request system
• End user support, routine maintenance and Infrastructure support.
• Maintaining inventory of equipment and IT supplies (cables, adapters, etc.)
• Undertake the day to day operation of backup systems
• Install and configure new computers and other IT equipment
• Researching, learning, and evaluating new software testing and evaluating new technology.
• Installing and configuring computer hardware operating systems and applications; and monitoring and maintaining computer systems and networks;
• Troubleshooting system and network problems and diagnosing and solving hardware/software faults;
• Providing support, including procedural and system documentation; setting up new users’ accounts and profiles and dealing with password issues;
• Conducting electrical safety checks on computer equipment.
• Any other duties that may be assigned by the technical manager.

Qualifications and Experience

• A BSc. degree in Computer Science or Information Technology from a recognized university
• Excellent Communication skills using speech and writing
• Ability to systematically troubleshoot complex problems in printers, Scanners, Laptops and desktop computers
• 3 years experience in the ICT field.
• Mature and realistic approach towards job related assignments
• Certified ICT qualifications will be an added advantage
• Ability to manage and resolve conflicts in a mutually respectful manner
• Maintain a positive and constructive attitude.
• A highly innovative, results oriented individual with excellent organizational skills
• Operate within Compugoal Computer Services communications standards for timeliness.

Working Conditions/Environment

The position is based in our Nairobi Office with frequent travel to the field client offices.

The job may require the person to work extra hours to meet deadlines

Interested and Qualified candidates should submit their applications, scanned copies of their academic and professional certificates and CVs detailing experience for the post, current email and phone contacts and three referees to careers@compugoal.com by Friday 25th November, 2011. To learn more about us log on http://www.compugoal.com

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Those who will not have heard from us by 15th December 2011 should consider themselves unsuccessful.

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