Brands Executive Job in Kenya - Manufacturing and Distribution Company

We are a manufacturing and Distribution company whose core business is to market a wide range of selected quality beverages with a countrywide and regional distribution network.
 

As a result of ongoing strategic business expansion, we are looking for a leading edge Brands Executive to create a treasured brand experience to our customers in East & Central Africa.
 

Reporting to the Head of Marketing, the successful candidate will be in charge of generating and implementing brands related marketing strategies and activities for our world class portfolio.
 

Specific Responsibilities

• Initiate and organize promotion/marketing campaigns in line with annual brands plans and targets;
• Plan and oversee merchandising and point of sale materials to increase brand visibility;
• Liaise with the relevant service providers in implementation of marketing activities;
• Monitor and control trade and retail activities related to our brands;
• Monitor and report on industry trends and consumer preferences;
• Initiate product development and innovation in keeping with consumer tastes and preferences;
• Educate key stakeholders (distributors, stockists, waiters/ waitresses, shelf-stockers etc) on our brands value to effectively service the consumer;
• Champion PR and corporate social responsibility activities for harmony with brands promotion/marketing campaigns.

Qualification and Competences

• Be in possession of a business related degree from a recognized university;
• Professional certification/ membership will be an added advantage;
• Should have two years experience in marketing/sales/communication;
• Experience in events management is vital;
• Should demonstrate possession of marketing/sales management skills;
• Must be a results orientated team player with good communication skills and ability to work under pressure;
• Clean driving license.

If you believe you are the candidate we are looking for, forward your application and curriculum vitae together with copies of supporting material, relevant testimonials and 3 professional referees to the address below; so as to reach us not later than October 2nd 2012.
 

Only qualified applicants with all the required information will be shortlisted and contacted.
 

DN/A 1372
49010-00100
Nairobi
 

We are an equal opportunity employer

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Self Help Africa Programme Development Officer Job in Kenya

Programme Development Officer - Kenya
     
Location: Kenya

Self Help Africa (SHA) wishes to recruit a new Programme Development Officer (PDO) for its Kenya Country Programme.

The PDO will be responsible for facilitating the development and implementation of quality projects within the Country Programme through timely and responsive community needs assessments, projects design and implementation.

Among other key responsibilities, the PDO will also take the lead in ensuring resource mobilization for the Country programme by supporting the development of funding proposals for new programmes. 

As part of the shared learning, the PDO will be responsible for the promotion of shared learning through documentation of processes, activities and case-studies.

Accountabilities & responsibilities:

• Provide technical support to partners through organizational capacity assessments, trainings and adherence to compliance standards as set out in partnership agreements.
• Conduct field level project meetings, regular monitoring of field activities and reporting to the HoP on issues that need Management attention.
• In consultation with the M&E Advisor, facilitate effective programme delivery by coordinating timely baseline surveys, monitoring and evaluations of implementation activities.
• Proactively engage the communities in needs assessments and development of an in-country database for programme intervention.
• Coordinate among the programme team, the preparation of timely and quality donor reports for approval and onward submission to the donor.
• Support resource mobilization initiatives at the country office through conceptualization of project ideas and development of quality concepts/proposals for emerging funding windows.
• Promote a balanced approach towards addressing the thematic areas of programme focus as spelt out in the Country Strategic Plan.
• Facilitate documentation of programme activities including case-studies, documentaries and publications that promote shared learning.
• Perform any other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the Management.

Prerequisites

• Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, or other related discipline.
• Good understanding of Logical framework approach and Project Cycle management
• 3 years relevant experience in a large INGO or similar at a senior level
• A good understanding of programmes development approaches, donor policies, procedures and regulations
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills
• Problem solving and analytical skills
• A good understanding of participatory approaches to development.
• Proficiency in computer application skills is essential.
• Ability to work collaboratively and collegially in a team

Salary: Dependent on experience and calibre of the successful candidate

How to Apply
 

Please send a covering letter and completed application form by e-mail only to: vacancies@selfhelpafrica.org. 

Do not send certificates or testimonials at this stage

Make it clear that you are applying for this position by writing: “Programme Development Officer: [+ your name]” in the subject line of the email.

Closing Date: Friday, 21st September
   
Download Application Form Here - Programme Development Officer

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Destination Holdings Ltd Management and Financial Accountant Job in Nairobi Kenya

Management and Financial Accountant
 

(Based in Nairobi and Upcountry)
 

Destination Holdings Ltd is a Medium-Scale Farming and Agribusiness growth enhancement company dedicated to Green Horticultural Farming and Marketing, while building safety nets for smallholder farmer out-growers, determined to enhance journeys from subsistence to commercial farming. 

DHL has a sister company Innovam Ltd which is dedicated to running agro-input shops that are backed by information centres and training programmes and exchange visits for farmers. 

Inputs include Conservation Agriculture and Renewable Energy mechanization applications.
 

DHL is seeking to employ an Accountant to put general finance structure and management as well as resource use accountability processes and tools, for her 60 acre (and expanding) modern irrigated farming, shops and real estate operations. 

The job is one to safeguard the financial and material assets of the organisation by properly accounting for them and instituting adequate internal controls to prevent their misuse or loss and generally monitoring and reporting their proper use. 

The Accountant will assemble the organisation’s operational and transactional information and data re: inventory, input supplies & stocks dispensing, marketing and sales, debtors and creditors etc. and presenting these to Management and Auditors, to effectively manage their own functions for the good of the entire organisation.
 

The Accountant will:

• Establish sound organisational and financial policies and operational procedures that guide budgets, expenditure and accountability from records to operational opinion and guidelines.
• Provide analytical support towards deliverable organisational and specific farm or other enterprise targets, adequately backed by financial plans, timely primary and secondary accounting documents namely: cashbook, petty cash reimbursement schedules & payroll; monthly payment records and supporting documents (timesheets, contracts, advances, deductions, etc.), monthly accounts - segmented income and expenditure statement and balance sheets (payables, receivables, advances, floats etc.).
• Establish the systems for adequate and computer based and backed-up, business specific and budget-compliant periodic performance and reconciliation records.

The candidate we are looking for will have many of the following qualities. 

S/he will:

• Have at least a CPA I backed by relevant informal training and business experience.
• At least a 4-year proven experience in operational finance and management experience.
• Be flexible to survive in rural farm settings, have a nark for excellence and be a self-motivated individual with a natural interest in growing businesses in a wholistic sense.
• Have commendable money-sensitive management etiquette, able to pass on good financial practice and sense of business goals for growth, to other workers.
• Have great verbal and written communication skills and be a good team player, able to show transparent leadership at all times and among all parties.

If you feel that you are the unique individual we are looking for, send your Letter of Application, CV, testimonials and contacts for 2 reachable Referees to: 

The Director, 

Destination Holdings Ltd, 

P.O. Box 63573-00619, 

Nairobi. Kenya. 

E-mail: kaumbuthos@wananchi.com by no later than September 30, 2012.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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Farm Manager & Agronomist Job in Nkubu / Mitunguu, Meru Kenya

Farm Manager & Agronomist

(Based in Nkubu / Mitunguu – Meru)
 

Destination Holdings Ltd is a Medium-Scale Farming and Agribusiness growth enhancement company dedicated to Green Horticultural Farming and Marketing, while building safety nets for smallholder farmer out-growers, determined to enhance journeys from subsistence to commercial farming.

 DHL has a sister company Innovam Ltd which is dedicated to running agro-input shops that are backed by information centres and training programmes and exchange visits for farmers. 

Inputs include Conservation Agriculture and Renewable Energy mechanization applications.
 

DHL is seeking to employ a Farm Manager to lead her 60 acre (and expanding) modern irrigated farming operations. 

The job is one to provide leadership and expertise towards efficient farm management services that contribute to achieving the Company’s strategy of sustained yields of the right quantity and quality, to meet market standards and demands, hence definite and continuous growth of company’s profits and agribusiness scale.
 

The Farm Managers duties will entail:

• Developing farming practices that are environment (soil, water, labour and power) sensitive, Global GAP compliant and capable of mitigating impacts of climate change.
• Selecting crop enterprises and fitting them into plausible crop calendars to meet dynamic soil, water and growing market needs, demands for productivity and profitability.
• Planning, coordinating and executing farm activities against clear budgets, work assignments and management guided priorities.
• Developing and executing pest and disease management practices based on clear, planned and operational agronomic needs.
• Advising Management on improved farming techniques and new innovations.
• Providing leadership that brings learning, understanding, harmony and growth among all company workers.
• Develop Monitoring & Evaluation tools and prepare monthly, quarterly and annual reports of crops, farm and business performance.

The candidate we are looking for will have many of the following qualities. 

S/he will:

• Have a Diploma or BSc training in Agronomy and Management from a credible institution with at least a 4-year proven experience in operational management for horticultural farming value chains (from farm to market).
• Have a nark for excellence and be a self-motivated individual with a natural interest in agriculture, profitable farming and environment preservation.
• Have commendable money-sensitive management and marketing capabilities, able to reach out to farmers and corporate buyers and sellers alike.
• Have great verbal and written communication skills and be a good team player, able to show transparent leadership at all times and among all parties.

If you feel that you are the unique individual we are looking for, send us your Letter of Application, CV, testimonials and contacts for 2 reachable Referees to 

The Director, 

Destination Holdings Ltd, 

P.O. Box 63573-00619, 

Nairobi. Kenya. 

E-mail: kaumbuthos@wananchi.com by no later than September 30, 2012.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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Anstar Travel & Tours Internet / Web Marketing Job in Kenya

Anstar Travel & Tours Limited is a well established tours, travel and Events Company with over 5 years experience in handling inbound and outbound holidays not only for domestic tourists but also international tourists from all over the world

We are looking for Internet / web marketing personnel.

Key Responsibilities:

• web optimization(search engine optimization)
• online social media marketing(twitter, Facebook,linked in)
• web content management and updating
• online marketing campaign
• graphic design
• any other duty that may be assigned

Requirements for the position:

• Diploma in information science/social science or their equivalent.
• conversant with web development and designs
• conversant with word press as a content management system.
• At least 1 year relevant work experience;
• creative with independent mind.

Please send your cv to ann.kanyori@gmail.com
 

Nb: the successive candidate should be ready to take up the position immediately.

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Graphic Designer Job Vacancy in Nairobi Kenya

Graphic Designer

Salary: Negotiable

A profit making consumer goods firm , distributing goods to  peri- urban and rural populations of the developing world and is seeking to recruit  a talented, personable and result oriented graphic designer with good business acumen to join the  founding team and help launch the company piloting in  Nairobi, Kenya.

This position requires excellent communication and organizational skills.  

You must be personable, persistent, and have the creative problem solving abilities .

Requirements

• A minimum of a diploma in Graphic Design  plus
• Strong knowledge of Adobe Suite Photo shop, Illustrator and Flash and any other design software
• Training in graphic design, creativity, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to creatively carry marketing messages to his/her design work
• Must be able to effectively communicate with internal marketing team
• Must be able to communicate their ideas visually, verbally, and in writing
• Attention to detail, consistency and accuracy

Remuneration; Negotiable according to skills, experience and qualifications

Kindly note that you will need to show us your portfolio at the interview level

If you fit this description, please send your CV and cover letter to jobs@corporatestaffing.co.ke clearly quoting the job title ( Graphic Designer) On the  email subject.

Recruiting Manager
Corporate Staffing Services
3rd Floor, Nabui House, Westlands 

(Behind Unga House) Nairobi.

N.B. We do not charge any fee for interviews and neither for having your CV in our database

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NGO Finance Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya

Position: Finance Manager

Industry: NGO
 

Location: Nairobi

Our Client, a Regional Market Development Trust, implementing Market Development Programmes in Sub-Saharan Africa and upholding strong Christian values, seeks to hire a Finance Manager with extensive experience in financial accounting and management information systems. 

The successful candidate will be managing a team of accountants and supporting the Directors in all aspects relating to internal control, finance management and accounting functions.

Key responsibilities

• Working capital/ Donor finance management
• Review and implementation of internal controls, and value added financial management reporting
• Budgeting and costing of programme activities.
• Tax compliance with local laws
• Formulation and implementation of company financial policies and regulations.
• Development and implementation of sound and effective accounting systems.
• Provide leadership and supervision of maintenance of proper accounting records.
• Effective management and control of funds allocated for various programmes
• Supervision, training and development of a team of accountants.
• Prepare annual statutory accounts for audit purposes
• Support, guide and advice the Managing Director on all finance, risk management and internal control matters to ensure compliance with appropriate standards and procedures.
• Manage payroll, Treasury and compliance with Kenya Revenue Authority rules and deadlines.
• Provide timely and accurate information to the Board of Directors on financial performance.

Qualifications

• MBA (Strategic Management) Bachelor of Commerce degree (accounting option) plus CPA III (K) or equivalent professional qualifications.
• Demonstrated financial management skills over a minimum period of three (3) years in a managerial position in a large organization
• Be conversant with computer based accounting and financial systems.
• Must be registered with ICPAK.
• Good knowledge of Investment Banking
• Born again Christian preferred
• Ability to work well in a team environment and train others in financial management

Send your CV ONLY to jobs@flexi-personnel.com  before Monday 24th September 2012, stating the minimum salary expectation and the job title on the subject line.

Only serious candidates with the above qualifications need to apply.

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