TechnoServe Senior Business Advisor Job in Kenya - Agribusiness Development Program

Senior Business Advisor
 

Agribusiness Development Program / Kenya Market Assistance Program
 

General Information: TechnoServe works with enterprising people in the developing world to build competitive farms, businesses and industries. 

We are a non-profit organization that develops business solutions to poverty by linking people to information, capital and markets. 

Our work is rooted in the idea that given the opportunity, hardworking men and women in even the poorest places can generate income, jobs and wealth for their families and communities. 

With more than four decades of proven results, we believe in the power of private enterprise to transform lives.

Project Description: TechnoServe is supporting the implementation of the Kenya Market Assistance Program (MAP), which is DFID’s program for promoting employment and income generation in selected market systems in Kenya. 

MAP’s goal is to improve the efficiency and performance of select market systems that are important for poor people, by addressing systemic constraints. 

The output will include more sustainable systemic changes - improved delivery of core market and supporting functions, crowding in of relevant market players and functions in the selected market systems. 

TechnoServe has been contracted by MAP to develop and implement the program’s dairy sector strategy, targeting improved breed, feed and veterinary services as well as increasing dairy product sales through more effective supply chain management. 

MAP expects that the impact of its dairy strategy will be felt across Kenya’s wider population of 1.6 million smallholder dairy farmers.

Primary Purpose: We require a Senior Business Advisor (SBA) to facilitate activities related to a portion of deliverables under the KMAP Dairy Sector Strategy, including specific outputs and outcomes as determined by the Senior Business Manager. 

The SBA will work closely with dairy stakeholders, input providers and subcontractors. 

The Senior Business Advisor will be responsible for project planning and oversight, quality implementation, supervision of contractors and interns, monitoring and evaluating project effectiveness.
 

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in agricultural development, economics, business administration and/or related fields.
• A minimum of five years’ experience in the area of market and agricultural value chains development, from input supply and production to sales and marketing
• Knowledge and practical projects experience in the application of the Making Markets Work for the Poor (M4P) approach.
• Support to smallholder farmers in micro/small enterprises for market and business development
• Experience of working with farmer organizations, producer groups and sector/sub sector associations
• Track record of building and managing strong client and stakeholder relationships with farmer groups, private sector and government;
• Scaling up of successful innovations; and monitoring and evaluation of market systems

Application Instructions
 

Qualified and interested applicants should submit a Word-formatted single document consisting of cover letter and resume to ke-recruit@tns.org. 

Please identify the position for which you are applying in the subject line. 

Only applicants meeting minimum qualifications will be considered or contacted. 

No phone calls please. 

Deadline for applications is 1700h Friday 21st February, 2014.

TechnoServe is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Women are encouraged to apply.

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Dynamic Project Manager Job Vacancy for Industrial Development Project

Dynamic Project Manager for Industrial Development Project
 

Requirements: College degree (background in engineering brings added value). 

Age 25-35. 

Steady history of employment - responsible & mature. 

Computer savvy with knowledge of office software & reporting.

Driving license - ready to travel across the country for work for extended periods of time. 

Entrepreneurial skills to manage the project efficiently, negotiate deals, meet company targets, generate reports and liaise with project partners. 

Work under minimal supervision & deliver timely accurate results. 

Good interpersonal skills & ability to work with others.

Only qualified applicants need apply. Send CV’s to:

DNA/1633
P.O. Box 49010-00100
Nairobi

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Legal Advisor Job in Kenya - Leading Insurance Company

Exciting Job Opportunity: A leading Insurance Company in Kenya, renowned for its innovative, reliable, affordable and unmatched motor insurance services is looking for a motivated and qualified professional to fill the position below:
 

Legal Advisor
 

Reporting to the Managing Director, this is a leading role that will provide legal advisory services and ensure effective management of legal and contractual risks.
 

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate and timely legal opinions, strategy and advice on claims and any litigation arising therefrom, and ensure the company’s interests are fully protected and redress of grievance obtained;
• Provide proactive advice on legal issues like commercial contracts, dispute resolution, regulatory, employment and governance to ensure the company’s interests are safeguarded;
• Monitor changes in relevant legislation and advise on minimal liability and legal exposure for the company;
• Ensure that the legal documents and other contractual documents are effectively drafted, reviewed, interpreted and vetted;
• Support the Directors and the Board of the Company to meet their corporate governance mandate and comply with all regulatory and legal requirements;
• Manage the company’s panel of advocates;
• Assess workflows and policy documents of the claims and legal departments to minimize risks to company and ensure that the system, controls and processes are appropriate;
• Prepare and submit reports as and when required by management and the Board;
• Record minutes of meetings for all Board & Board Committees and provide legal advice on any issues arising in the meetings; and
• Oversee the maintenance and custody of legal documents.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor of Laws degree;
• Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law and is an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya;
• Certified Public Secretary, CPS (K);
• Proven track record of drafting, reviewing and editing agreements and contracts;
• Familiar with local regulations especially Company Law; and
• Have a minimum of twenty (20) years’ experience in industry preferably in the financial services sector or reputable law firm.

Individuals who meet the above requirements should send their applications to the address/email below stating their current and expected salary, along with a detailed CV, testimonials and copies of their academic documents to reach us on or before 26th February 2014.

P.O. Box 40863-00100 GPO, 

Nairobi.

Email: advocates.hire@gmail.com

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Water & Sanitation Director and Transport Director Jobs - Engineering Consultancy Firm

Engineers Employment
 

A well established Engineering Consultancy firm wishes to build its capacity to successfully deliver on its increased workload.

If you are a youthful, dynamic and innovative Engineer, ready to take up a challenging managerial position, you are hereby invited to apply for one of the following positions:
 

1. Position: Director (Water & Sanitation)
 

Reporting To: Managing Director
 

Scope: Design, Supervision, monitoring, evaluating and auditing consultancy services in water supply, sanitation, irrigation storage and water resources management.

2. Position: Director (Transport)
 

Reporting To: Managing Director
 

Scope: Design, supervision, monitoring, evaluating and auditing consultancy services in highways, airport and railway projects.

Position 1 & 2

• Overall in charge of respective Departments;
• Participate in the development and implementation of the company strategic plans;
• Planning, coordinating, monitoring and evaluating consultancy Services contract.

Academic and Professional Qualifications

• Must possess University Degree BSc (Civil Eng) or equivalent;
• Registered Engineer with EBK or equivalent;
• Minimum of 15 years practical post-qualification experience;
• Must have extensive experience in their respective sector.

Applications to be sent to Email: vacancyhr14@gmaiI.com

so as to reach us on or before 26th February, 2014.

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Central Bank Unix Systems Administrators, Technical Analyst & Application Developers and Data Centre Maintenance Engineer Jobs in Kenya

The Central Bank of Kenya hereby invites applications from suitably qualified, experienced and self-motivated candidates with proven track record to fill the following positions.

1. T24 Administrator Unix Systems Administrators (2 Positions)
 

2. T24 Technical Analyst & Application Developer (2 Positions)
 

3. Unix Systems Administrators (1 Position)
 

4. Data Centre Maintenance Engineer (1 Position)
 

If you consider yourself proactive, self-driven and up to the challenge, please visit the following linkhttp://www.centralbank.go.ke/index.php/careers and submit your application online so as to be received on or before February 25, 2014

Note:

• INCOMPLETE applications will not be considered
• Only short listed candidates will be contacted
• Canvassing, either directly or indirectly, will result in automatic disqualification of the affected applicant.

Central Bank of Kenya is an equal opportunity employer

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Africa Mental Health Foundation Resource Mobilization and Fundraising Officer Job in Kenya

Africa Mental Health Foundation (AMHF) is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Resource Mobilization and Fundraising Officer (RMO).

Background: AMHF is a non-governmental organization whose main mandate is to conduct mental health research to inform policy and practice in mental health. 

Our focus is on community mental health with the aim of providing innovative, appropriate, affordable, available and accessible mental health and substance use services to all.

Position Summary: The RMO will work in close collaboration with the CEO’s office, and in close coordination with the Finance office to spearhead the database of our current donors as well as identify/look out for and solicit prospective ones. 

He/she will serve as the primary liaison between AMHF and the partner/donor community, providing direction and strategic support to the resource mobilization and fundraising activities of the organisation.

Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will be required to:

• Develop a comprehensive resource mobilization strategy for AMHF and establish resource mobilization and fundraising targets.
• Establish and project financing gaps for AMHF's projects and programs to inform planning, organizational effectiveness and sustainability; liaise with the Finance team in compiling and synthesizing programmatic work plans that contribute to the overall resource mobilization strategy.
• Manage the proposal development process to ensure it is well coordinated and consistent with internal program priorities and donor priorities.
• Identify both local and international funding sources.
• Determine and manage donor funding cycles, policies and conditions.
• Develop and manage a comprehensive database of donor organizations, corporations, foundations, high net worth individuals and update donor profiles.
• Support the mobilization of resources from both local and international bilateral and multilateral donors, philanthropic foundations, and other sources.
• Prepare reports for the senior management team on resource mobilization activities, such as the trends of contributions to AMHF from donors
• Build and maintain relations with donors, including developing regular donor updates. Assist in streamlining the preparation of proposals for donor funding for AMHF

Skills and Competencies:

• Proficiency in the use of computer applications
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to work under pressure
• Excellent time management skills and ability to meet strict deadlines
• Ability to work on performance based targets for resource mobilization
• Fluency in English, both oral and written

Qualifications:

• Minimum Bachelors Degree from a recognized University in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration or Marketing.
• Three years and above of resource mobilization and fundraising experience.
• High level experience in international relations, including working in resource mobilization and fundraising in the private sector or NGOs.
• Experience in donor relations and sound understanding of the donor financing environment, processes and priorities.

Application Instructions:  

We invite all candidates meeting the required qualifications to send applications including a detailed CV to info@amhf.or.ke by 28th February, 2014.

NB: Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Duration of engagement: 18 months with a probation period of 3 months.

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Declaration Clerk Job in Nairobi Kenya

Position: Declaration Clerk

Ref: CD017/J29/14

Our client specializing in logistics & freight is hiring for the above opening.

Qualifications: Diploma in Clearing & Forwarding / Transport & Logistics preferred.
 

Experience: Either in logistics, freight, clearing & forwarding an added advantage but not essential.
 

Salary: Competitive.
 

Benefits: Medical, the rest depends on productivity.
 

Duty station: Nairobi.
 

Anticipated start date: Immediately.

How to apply:  

Only applications with job title & salary expectation (net pay) on subject line will be considered. 

Kindly email cover letter & updated resume to: recruitment@covenantexecutives.co.ke

Note: Consider unsuccessful if not contacted within 7 days.

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Business Development Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya (KShs 140K)

Position: Business Development Manager 

Ref: CD017/J28/14

Our Client specializing in logistics & freight is hiring for the above opening.

Qualifications: Business degree preferred.
 

Experience: Either in logistics, freight, clearing & forwarding an added advantage but not essential.
 

Salary: Kes 140,000 per month net pay.
 

Benefits: Medical, fuel, entertainment, the rest depends on productivity.
 

Duty station: Nairobi.
 

Anticipated start date: Immediately.

How to apply:  

Only applications with job title & current salary (net pay) on subject line will be considered. 

Kindly email cover letter & updated resume to: recruitment@covenantexecutives.co.ke
 

Note: Consider unsuccessful if not contacted within 7 days.

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Forex Bureau Cashier Job in Nairobi Kenya

Forex Bureau: Forex Cashier
 

Industry: Finance
 

Location: Nairobi

Our client a leading Forex Bureau is looking to hire a Forex Cashier. 

The main duty of the cashier is to handle front office operations, customer service, and administration functions.

Duties & Responsibilities Include

• Buying and selling of foreign currencies
• Receiving and issuing different currencies
• Managing petty cash on reimbursement basis
• Preparing various reports to Central Bank
• Any other duties as may be allocated

Requirements

• Diploma or Certificate in business related fields
• KCSE Certificate mean grade C+, with passes in Mathematics and English
• Experience in a Forex bureau/ bank is an added advantage but not  a must.
• A lady 23 years or older preferred
• A person of good character and behavior
• Valid certificate of good conduct
• Highly sharp and analytical
• A team player

If you are up to the challenge, posses the necessary qualification and experience, please send your CV only quoting the job title on the email subject (Forex Cashier Job) to vacancies@corporatestaffing.co.ke before 24th February 2014

N.B: We do not charge any fee for receiving your CV or for interviewing

Only candidates short-listed for interview will be contacted.

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Administration Manager (Operations) - Male Candidates Preferred (KShs 80K - 100K)

Our client in the business of Outsourcing requires an Administration Manager

Duties and Responsibilities

• Staff management creating a positive working environment in which e quality and diversity are well-managed and staff can do their best planning and allocating work
• Monitoring achievement of deadlines, and supporting staff as appropriate managing performance and development, mainly through regular supervision sessions and the Performance development review process recruitment and induction of new staff.
• To coordinate the workload of all administrative posts in the Operations team and provide direct line management, this includes

a. To be responsible for the line-management of administrative staff, delegating tasks, offering training, peer support, coaching as required, including facilitating appropriate development, undertaking supervisions and appraisals, and handling poor performance issues

b. Planning & co-ordinating activity 35%

• Working with the Departmental heads to service to plan and prepare for departmental meetings; this includes agenda planning, recording and following up on agreed actions.
• Sifting and prioritizing requests for administrative support in order to plan the workload of the Operations Administrative team ensuring that the activities of the Operations Directorate are supported and those administrative services are provided in a sustainable way. This includes:

1. Liaising with the Director of Operations and the Heads of Service to ensure that that the needs of the department are understood and met .
2. Maintaining an overview of activities across the department at all times to ensure effective use of resources
3. Sharing information and knowledge and enabling cooperative working across teams.
4. Evaluating the effectiveness of the support provided by the Administrative team and updating processes and procedures accordingly
5. Developing systems to enable forward planning and cost savings, specifically around communication from Operational

The post holder will be working in a developing environment and he will therefore be expected to undertake other appropriate duties as required for the effective operation.

Decision Making Authority: Able to plan and prioritize workload of the Operations Administrative team to meet the needs of the directorate; able to authorize expenditure relating to administrative projects,

Qualifications: Educated to degree or diploma levels or equivalent

Experience:

• Proven experience of effective supervision, motivation and support of staff
• Proven experience of providing or overseeing successful administrative support and office systems within a complex organization
• Experience of developing and maintaining information systems to support effective working
• Experience of negotiating with external suppliers to secure the best service deals
• Must be 30 years and above
• Experience of effective delegation

Knowledge and Skills

• Effective time and workload management
• Effective project management skills
• Knowledge and understanding of the implications of
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

General Attributes

• Pro-active, problem solving approach
• Ability to demonstrate empathy with the aims and principles of the Society
• Ability to form good working relationships with a wide range of groups and individuals
• Self-motivated and able to work unsupervised and on own initiative

Salary is between KShs 80,000 - 100,000 depending  on experience

All applications to careersinafrika@gmail.com by close of business 14th February 2014

Only qualified candidates will be contacted

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ERP Sales Consultant Jobs in Kenya

ERP Sales Consultant

Our Client is a leading ICT Solutions company with operations in Kenya and Tanzania carrying on the business of Computer Hardware, Fiscal Solutions, ERP and POS solutions and Internet Security Solutions.

Job Scope: The ERP Sales Consultant is responsible for generating new sales in the market, following company’s established routines and methodology. 

Focus areas are sales to medium and large companies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Have high activity level (calls, meetings, quotations).
• Learn our ERP and CRM product.
• Build a sales pipeline,
• Drive sales process, from quotation to closing.
• Key Account Management.
• Lead Management.
• Liaise with Vendor Channel Management.
• Meet sales targets.

Minimum Qualifications / Experience:

• Degree in Information Technology / Business Information systems /Business Management / Sales & Marketing.
• Additional qualifications in Sales & Marketing for those with a 1st degree in a none marketing discipline would be an added advantage.
• 1-2 years experience with sales of ERP/Financial Software systems or business-consulting services.

Skills

• Fluent English command, both verbal and written. 
• Good Communication skills, 
• Excellent Computer Skills. 
• Eager to learn and take responsibility; organized and self-motivated individual, 
• Available to travel at short notice.
• Willingness to commit to intensive product learning and training in the first few months
• Good business sense in IT
• Initiative and enthusiasm, 
• The ability to work calmly under pressure, 
• Closing Skills,
• Territory Management, 
• Market Knowledge, 
• Presentation Skills,
• Must be willing to travel within and outside the country to meet with product principles and attend training conferences
• High integrity and honesty is paramount

Salary: Attractive + Benefits + Commissions

If you feel you fit the above role,please send your CV to jobs@alternatedoors.co.ke

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Senior IT Sales Executive Job in Kenya

Senior IT Sales Executive 

Our Client is a leading ICT Solutions company with operations in Kenya and Tanzania carrying on the business of Computer Hardware, Fiscal Solutions, ERP and POS solutions and Internet Security Solutions.

Job Scope: The Sales Consultant is responsible for generating new sales in the market, following company’s established routines and methodology. Focus areas are sales to medium and large companies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Have high activity level (calls, meetings, quotations).
• Learn our ERP and CRM product.
• Build a sales pipeline,
• Drive sales process, from quotation to closing.
• Key Account Management.
• Lead Management.
• Liaise with Vendor Channel Management.
• Meet sales targets.

Minimum Qualifications/ Experience:

• Degree in Information Technology / Business Information systems / Business Management / Sales & Marketing.
• Additional qualifications in Sales & Marketing for those with a 1st degree in a none marketing discipline would be an added advantage.
• 1-2 years experience with sales of ERP/Financial Software systems or business-consulting services.

Skills

• Fluent English command, both verbal and written. 
• Good Communication skills, 
• Excellent Computer Skills. 
• Eager to learn and take responsibility; organized and self-motivated individual, 
• Available to travel at short notice.
• Willingness to commit to intensive product learning and training in the first few months
• Good business sense in IT, Initiative and enthusiasm, the ability to work calmly under pressure, 
• Closing Skills,
• Territory Management, Market Knowledge, Presentation Skills,

Key Competencies:

• Young, dynamic and ambitious.
• Results oriented and demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be willing to travel within and outside the country to meet with product principles and attend training conferences
• High integrity and honesty is paramount

Salary: Attractive + Benefits + Commissions

If you feel you fit the above role,please send your CV to jobs@alternatedoors.co.ke

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