Project Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya (KShs 160K - 200K)

Project Manager Job!

Person required URGENTLY!! to fulfill exciting opportunity with huge growth potential into various streams of ICT and other projects.

The job function of the Project Manager is to lead the definition, planning, management and delivery of projects in support of the program strategy and goals.

The individual will lead cross-organization teams, effectively planning, communicating, and driving change through the execution of projects in alignment with the overall program strategy.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:

• Be liaison between clients and employer
• Develops project team goals, roles and processes (i.e. communication, problem-solving and decision-making) to effectively execute and implement project requirements
• Manages cross-organization team dynamics, alignment, and utilization.
• Responsible for all aspects of the project lifecycle, driving results within the context of the business strategy
• Leads problem solving and decision making to drive project delivery through strong collaboration and influencing skills
• Monitors progress on complex, cross-organization projects relative to schedules, budgets, and quality. Identifies risk and resolves issues that impact project completion
• Provide leadership and input to project teams through all phases of facilities setup, systems and infrastructure related to project definition and delivery to drive rapid solutions implementation
• Communicates plans, status and issues related to project status and execution concisely and broadly across all functions and levels of the organization

Other:

• Required to communicate between 2 sites (30% of time)
• Work location will be based at client premises in Nairobi
• Flexible to work hours weekly

Qualifications:

• 3 Year degree and 5+ years related experience in project management capacities, (MANDATORY)
• 5+ years experience managing large business process (MANDATORY)
• Must have sound experience in Technology and business projects (MANDATORY)
• Sound references
• Proven track record of projects managed

Knowledge and Skills:

• Must be extremely stress tolerant and able to adapt to change rapidly
• International experience working on large projects (Will be advantageous although not a must)
• High sense of urgency with the ability to drive results, demonstrated ability to deliver on commitments
• Demonstrate results in planning, managing, and implementing large projects within time and budget objectives
• Solid analytical and problem solving abilities, demonstrates solid judgment and decision making skills
• Strong negotiating and influencing skills, ability to manage conflicts across groups
• Ability to translate strategy into tactical project execution, driving change through leadership, facilitation and communication
• Excellent interpersonal skills and proven ability to develop effective working teams and relationships across multiple functional organizations
• Strong, direct, and open communication and presentation skills, capable of presenting information to all levels of the organization
• Demonstrated leadership and facilitation skills, ability to promote collaboration across teams

Package: 160 – 200k  + Shares + Incentives (based on performance)

Note: To Apply send Cover Letter, Resume and 3 referees to Recruitment@kencall.com by June 8th 2012.

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Security Officer Work

Position: Security Officer
 

Reports to: Sales Director
 

Company Profile:
 

Our client is one of the largest steel and hardware stockholders and manufacturers in the country.

Overall Purpose of the Role
 

Development and implementation of comprehensive and cost effective security system to ensure maximum protection of the company’s assets, employees and customers
 

Responsibilities

• Advising the management on the security requirements for the company and developing sound security policies and procedures
• Directing and controlling operations within and around the company premises
• Working closely with the out-sourced security service provider to ensure effective security for the company, effective management of their contract service level agreements and other administrative matters
• Managing any internal investigations and acting as liaison officer with all other interested parties both internal and external, including the police, regulators and auditors
• Identifying security risks and evaluating alternative ways of addressing them
• Improving security surveillance, detection and prevention of crime in liaison with the police and other security agencies
• Ensuring effective deployment and utilization of guards and security equipment
• Coordinating with appropriate law enforcement agencies to identify and facilitate investigative actions
• Evaluating new technology based security solutions
• Preparing and managing security budgets
• Maintaining comprehensive records of all investigations findings and action plan
• Gather security information (security intelligence) for quick decision making
• Proactively advise management on all security matters within the company with an aim of preventing or detecting crime
• Install & maintain the necessary security systems aimed at avoiding thefts, pilferage and sabotage
• View cameras installed across all branches and report any issues noted for management action
• Preparation of security reports for management decision making
• Liaison with law enforcement agencies and sensitization of company staff and management general security/insecurity trends, personal/residential security awareness
• Liaison with government departments, law enforcement and other external agents and safety departments on security matters i.e. government security and safety departments, provincial administration, fire brigade etc
• Establish and implement strategies to prevent unauthorized entry of persons, cars and goods to restricted areas by carrying out security checks
• Conduct security awareness briefs to all company staff
• Plan and carry out security training for security personnel
• Identify and manage activities of the fire team (Fire Marshalls). Coordinate fire fighting drills & other activities and ensure that adequate measures are taken to prevent fire risks
• Responsible of security gadgets i.e. access controls, VHF radios, occurrence books etc
• Ensure all company vehicles meet all the traffic regulations and requirements
• Vehicle tracking to ensure that the company drivers follow the correct designated routes and report any anomalies noted for management action
• Any other duty as assigned by management

Education & Experience

• Bachelors Degree preferably in Criminology or equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Must have been in disciplined forces having attained the rank of Chief Inspector of Police or Major, Proven track record of fraud investigations.
• valid certificate of good conduct
• Minimum 5 years security management in a large corporate organization with multiple facilities and branches/divisions/sites, or experience in a large security firm
• Should be aged between 30 – 45 years of age
• valid driving license
• knowledge of Kenyan laws and government regulations pertaining to law enforcement
• good networking with external security agencies
• computer literacy

Key Competencies: 

• Be of unquestionable integrity and have excellent analytical and report writing skills, 
• Investigations Skills, excellent managerial & leadership skills, ability to work in odd and irregular hours, team player, good analytical skills, problem solving and 
• good communication skills, resilient & proactive

To apply for this position send your CV to mycv@myjobseye.com quoting the position in the subject line and preferred location. 

Kindly also mention your current/ last salary and benefits. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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Marketing Manager Employment Opportunity

Position: Marketing Manager - Nairobi

 
Reports to: Sales Director
 

Company Profile:
 

Our client is one of the largest steel and hardware stockholders and manufacturers in the country.

Overall Purpose of the Role
 

Strategizes, Plans, directs and coordinates the marketing of the organization’s products and to provide leadership & direction in the sales & marketing department.
 

Responsibilities

• Formulate, develop and review sales & marketing policies, strategies and objectives in line with the organizational plans.
• Determine and manage the marketing budget
• Establish marketing goals to ensure share of market and profitability of products
• Develop and execute marketing plans and programs, both short and long term, to ensure profit growth and expansion of company products.
• Research, analyze and monitor financial, technological and demographic factors form capitalization of market opportunities and minimization of competitive activity effects.
• Plan and oversee the organization’s advertizing and promotion activities, including print, electronic and direct mail outlets.
• Communicate with outside advertising agencies on the on-going campaigns
• Work together with artists to oversee copywriting, design, layout, paste-up and production of promotional materials.
• Develop and recommend pricing strategy for the organization which will result in the greatest market share over the long run.
• Achieve satisfactory profit/loss ratio and share of market performance in relation to pre-set standards and to general and specific trends within the industry and economy.
• Ensure effective control of marketing results and that corrective action takes place to ensure that the achievement of marketing objectives is within designated budgets.
• Evaluate marketing reactions to advertising programs, merchandising policy and product packaging and formulation to ensure timely adjustment of marketing strategy and plans to meet changing market and competitive conditions.
• Recommend changes in basic structure and organization of marketing group to ensure effective fulfillment of objectives assigned to it and provide the flexibility to move swiftly in relation to marketing problems and opportunities.
• Branding and brand management.
• Conduct market surveys on current and new product concepts.
• Manage sales and marketing staff so as to effectively recruit, mentor, train, evaluate, motivate, delegate and monitor their activities.
• Identify training needs of the sales and marketing staff for staff development and succession planning.
• Select products to be displayed at trade or special production shows.
• Coordinate and participate in promotional activities and trade shows, working with developers, advertisers and production managers, to market the company’s products.
• Conduct economic and commercial surveys to identify potential markets for products.
• Conduct customers satisfaction surveys regularly to determine their satisfaction level and come up with corrective actions on any anomalies noted.
• Maintain personal ability in, and appropriate use of all relevant ICT and other systems within the sales and marketing function.

Education & Experience

• University Degree in Marketing or its Equivalent.
• Masters Degree or equivalent professional qualification is an added knowledge.
• ICT knowledge
• At least 10 Years, relevant product and industry knowledge

Key Competencies: 

• Possess a demonstrated ability in strategy formulation, excellent public relations and communication skills, team player with excellent managerial, organizational and interpersonal skills, 
• formal presentation skills, persuasiveness, decision making, honest & reliable, negotiation skills, 
• problem analysis and problem solving abilities, innovation, 
• analytical and data interpretation skills, 
• ability to meet sales targets and willingness to travel

To apply for this position send your CV to mycv@myjobseye.com quoting the position in the subject line and preferred location. 

Kindly also mention your current/ last salary and benefits. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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