Territory Manager - Kenya Job Vacancy

A reputable and reliable internet and satellite TV provider offering services across the East African Region, looking to fill the position of a Territory Manager - Kenya.

The Position

The Territory Manager will be responsible for the day to day sales & distribution activities in the assigned territory.

S/He will direct dealer and re-seller teams and provide stewardship towards the achievement of sales targets and growth in line with company vision and values.

The incumbent will implement plans and strategies to expand the customer base in the market area and contribute to the execution of training and educational programs for end Channel Partners.

S/He will be responsible for implementation on trade marketing, experiential and DSR activities in the region in liaison with the Dealers and the Country Sales Manager.

The Territory Manager shall also be responsible for carrying out market intelligence, research and supervising product placement in the retail outlets

Key responsibilities will be:

• Must achieve the set out targets on sales and activations as directed by Management
• Product Training and Awareness - Focus Areas to include;

1. Value Proposition
2. Product Features
3. Selling Skills
4. Market Situation
5. Competition and comparison against our features

• Identification and mentorship of Product Champions within the Partner Company who must;

1. Instil brand loyalty among other staff members in the channel
2. Serve as trainer to other staff members
3. Build reseller capacity

• Ensure Product and Promotional Placement achieves the desired effect of triggering purchase
• Ensure price conformity at all times.
• Assist Partners in creating new vertical and geographic markets through;

1. Recruitment of new resellers and direct sales outlets within the assigned territories
2. Direct Sales initiatives in new markets through structured sales initiatives with Corporates, SACCOs, Bundles etc.

• Communication and monitoring of Partner and Consumer Specific Promotions.
• Development and execution in liaison with the Partners, a calendar of trade marketing activities in region.
• Responsible for the logistics and on ground planning and executing for activations and promotions undertaken through the dealers in their territory.
• Be involved in actively training customer facing staff in the channel

The Ideal Candidate should have;

• A University Degree in Business Management or its equivalent
• 3-5 Years Experience in Territory Sales
• Strong analytical skills with a Team Player spirit
• Good Interpersonal, Communication and Co-ordination skills.

How To Apply:

If you meet the requirements highlighted and are up to the challenge of this exciting opportunity, please send your updated Curriculum Vitae to kenyanrecruiter@gmail.com, clearly stating the job position (Territory Manager) in the subject.

Within your cover letter, include your daytime contact number, current & expected remuneration as well as your notice period.

Deadline for application is 26th October 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Save the Children Child Protection in Emergencies Programme Officer Job in Kenya

Save the Children Sweden

East and Central Africa Office

Child Protection in Emergencies Programme Officer

Save the Children Sweden started working in Eastern and Central Africa in 1965. Today, we have offices in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia; Nairobi, Kenya; and Khartoum, Sudan.

Through long-term child-rights based development programs, we focus on building the capacity of local people, community-based structures and organizations by working with local partners.

In Eastern and Central Africa, we work with more than forty different non-governmental organizations and government bodies.

All of the work in the region focuses on children’s rights, and tackles issues that affect marginalized children. The core of the work focuses on children affected by conflict, education, discrimination, abuse, exploitation, and HIV/AIDS. Our focus also includes child participation and good governance in the best interest of the child.

The SCS Kenya Programme Office is seeking a Child Protection in Emergencies Programme Officer

The Child Protection in Emergencies Programme Officer is a contract position until March 31, 2012, subject to a probation period of 3 months, with possible extension until 30th September 2012. The position is available to start immediately.

The Child Protection in Emergencies Programme Officer will support the SCS Kenya Programme in strengthening the implementation, monitoring and reporting of the SCS CPIE programme.

The Child Protection in Emergencies Programme Officer will be responsible for ensuring objectives related to the strengthening of Child Protection in the ongoing emergency drought response by SC Members in Kenya and the establishment of systems to ensure effective monitoring and implementation of quality Child Protection programmes are met.

Description of tasks

• Develop a strategy for strengthening and mainstreaming Child Protection in the current emergency drought response programmes by SC members in Kenya
• Develop a SCS CPIE workplan based on the Kenya Emergency Drought Response and the DRR Strategies
• Play a technical role in the implementation, monitoring and reporting of the SCS CPIE Kenya Programme
• Participate in all emergency drought response meetings in Kenya aiming at being updated on developments
• Review and report on fulfilment of the indicators in CP in ongoing emergency drought response
• Weekly updating of Kenya Programme and Regional Managers of the emergency drought response in Kenya
• Provide technical support and carry out monitoring and reporting on the progress of the SCS CPIE programme
• Develop together with the Regional Donor Relations Manager a Kenya Programme donor relations plan for local Sida and UNICEF to access funding to the emergency drought response in Kenya
• Support the development of a collaboration and proposals on Child Protection in emergencies and DRR with/for Sida /UNICEF and other donors
• Develop a mapping of donors supporting CP in emergencies
• As Child Protection in Emergencies Programme Officer you will report to the Country Manager – Kenya Programme

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in law, social work, social development, or development work. Post Graduate qualifications in the same field will be an added advantage.
• Minimum 2 years experience in child protection programming or rights-based programme development, with an international organization, preferably within a regional context
• Prior experience with SC considered an asset
• Good understanding of application of child protection systems thinking within government and community settings
• Good understanding of programme, financial and operational management processes
• Good understanding of monitoring and evaluation systems

The successful candidate should also possess the following personal qualities, in line with the values of Save the Children.

• Commitment to Save the Children’s mission and values
• Initiative, flexibility and ability to work independently as well as in a team
• High levels of self-motivation and initiative
• Ownership and accountability of own work
• High levels of confidentially and integrity

Send your application, clearly marked Child Protection in Emergencies Programme Officer by Monday 31st October, 2011 to the HR Advisor, Kristy McLean on kristim@ecaf.savethechildren.se.

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Human Resources & Accounts Manager - Ace Communications

Ace Communications Limited is a leading communication and marketing consulting company operating from Nairobi, Kenya and serves the East and Central Africa region.

Our services include, Communication Strategy Design and Implementation, Audio-Visual Production, Sales and Distribution.

We are looking for qualified candidates to fill the following position.

Human Resources & Accounts Manager

Ref: ACE/CON/HR/001

Department: Human Resources Department

Supervisor: Operations Director

Location/Duty Station: Nairobi

Duties and Responsibilities

• Defining the learning strategy and recruitment, providing pragmatic and consistent guidance and advice to managers on grievance, attendance, disciplinary, and performance issues.
• Raising proactive issues with managers, identifying practical solutions to complex and diverse HR issues, and recommending appropriate action plans.
• Compiling and managing case management documentation.
• Briefing new managers on the policies and procedures of the organization in conjunction with the development and learning team, providing coaching to managers on difficult and complex issues.
• Liaising with recruitment team on salary levels for existing and prospective staff consistent with organization market conditions and policies.
• Ensuring the maintenance of all payroll data.
• Reviewing and revising HR policies in compliance with changing or new legislation.
• Developing personal policies, maintaining and updating policy manuals as well as employee handbooks as needed.
• Collecting ongoing information regarding satisfaction of employee on salary packages/ wages, working conditions, etc.
• Conducting new employee orientation program and other educational and training programs on changes in benefits, diversity, etc.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management or related field
• Minimum 2 years HR experience.
• Expert Microsoft Office skills like Word, Outlook, and Excel. Knowledge of HR MIS and database systems.
• Outstanding communication skills in both English and Kiswahili.
• 2 to 4 years working experience in a busy commercial environment;
• CPA Part III and knowledge of Quick books will be an added advantage;
• Should possess excellent planning and execution skills;
• Excellent analytical skills
• Excellent customer service & interpersonal skills

Interested candidates who meet the requirements stated above should send their applications and detailed CVs with current and expected remuneration by email to the following address so as to be received on or before 26th October 2011 at 1700 hrs.

The Human Resources & Administration Manager,
Ace Communications Ltd,
Email: hrm@acecom.co.ke

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Candidates who meet the above qualifications and are available to start immediately are encouraged to apply.

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

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Kagera Sugar Limited Guest House & Catering Officer and Gardens Maintenance Officer Job Vacancies in Kenya

A competitive remuneration package inclusive of free housing and transport and commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered. interested persons should send their applications (which must include CV, all certificates, Photo and references) by post or email to:

Assistant General Manager
Kagera Sugar Limited
P.O. Box 815 Bukoba,Tanzania
Email: rao@kagera-sugar.co.tz

Tel: +255 784543243

Closing date for applications is 29th October 2011

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