Symphony Accounts Assistant Job in Kenya Ksh. 25000-30000

From its inception, Symphony has been setting new standards in the quality of computer use and maintenance in Kenya.

On the foundation of this excellent quality, Symphony is looking for individual to join its dynamic team, in its Finance Department in the following position;

Accounts Assistant

Key skills and Qualities

We are looking for a mature, honest, reliable and responsible individual who possesses excellent analytical and organization skills and demonstrates attention to detail.
 
The person must be:

• Have completed CPA II (minimum).
• Have at least 3 years’ experience in a similar/relevant role.
• Have ability to work well with Accounting Packages as well as the standard MS Office applications.
• Experience in the use of TALLY system will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge in basic French language will be an added advantage.

The Position

Reporting to the Finance Manager, the person will be responsible for:

• Preparation of monthly bank reconciliations.
• Accounts reconciliations
• Preparation of Financial reports.
• Maintaining proper filling of documents.
• Timely Keying in of the information into the Tally

Monthly Salary scale of 25,000/= to 30,000/= + other benefits depending on candidate’s suitability.

How to Apply

If you believe you have what it takes for this position, kindly apply preferably by email, indicating the position applied for, with a short covering note on your suitability, CV (not more than 2 pages) with copies of relevant certifications to reach the Director – Human Resources, not later than 25th March 2011.

E-Mail:hrd@symphony.co.ke.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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KPLC Deputy Manager - Information Technology Job

Applications are invited from interested and qualified persons for the following vacancy with The Kenya Power & Lighting Company Limited.

Deputy Manager - Information Technology
1 Post

Job Ref: HR: KPLC1/5CB/3-209

Reporting to Information Technology Manager, the Deputy Manager, Information Technology (IT)

• will provide support in conceptualizing IT strategies, policies and procedures in line with best practice;
• aligning and harmonizing departmental objectives with business objectives;
• planning, designing and co-ordinating IT related activities and programs;
• liaising with line functions in ensuring development and implementation of cost effective technology solutions;
• performing any other duties as may be assigned.

Appointment Requirements

• Msc in Computer Science, Management Information Technology or other equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution.
• Registration with relevant professional bodies.
• At least ten (10) years experience, three (3) of which must have been at a senior position in Information and Communications Technology function in a large organization.
• Sound and current knowledge of ICT.
• Leadership, communication and team building skills.
• Innovativeness with an interest ¡n new technologies, products and methods.

Interested persons should send their applications, CVs, copies of certificates and relevant testimonials, reliable telephone contact and names of three referees to:

The Chief Manager,
Human Resources & Administration
The Kenya Power & Lighting Company Limited
P.O Box 30099 -00100
Nairobi, Kenya.

Quote job reference on the envelope

Applicants may also e-mail copies of their applications only to recruitment@kplc.co.ke so as to reach not later than Wednesday, 30th March 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

The Kenya Power & Lighting Company Limited is an equal The Kenya Power & Lighting
opportunity employer. Co. Ltd.

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Family Bank Secretary and Head of Legal Services Jobs in Kenya

An Exciting Career Opportunity in Banking

Family Bank Limited is a rapidly growing indigenous financial institution that has recently been joined by International Investors and with a countrywide branch network. The bank’s focuses on enabling people create and sustain wealth through access to flexible, affordable financial services.

To support our growth strategy, we are looking for dynamic, proactive professionals with strong credentials and relevant work experience to fill the following Head of Department position:

Company Secretary and Head of Legal Services

Reporting to: Board of Directors (Functionally) and Managing Director (Administratively)

Job Purpose: Responsible for the Company Secretarial and Legal Services.

The Job

• Secretarial Service to the Board of Directors
• Ensure good corporate governance and best practices are adopted and that all activities comply with applicable laws
• Provide sound legal advice to the Board
• Facilitation of AGMs and EGMs
• Head the Company’s legal function
• Monitor contractual and statutory compliance
• Custodial services
• Handle company’s share register and shares trading management

The Person:

The ideal candidate must possess the following:

Qualifications

• Must be a holder of a Bachelors Law degree with CPS (K).
• An advocate of the High Court with a valid practicing certificate
• A minimum of Ten (10) years legal experience
• Sound Legal and past Company Secretarial experience

Competencies

• Ability to interact at Board level and across all levels of management in the organization;
• High levels of confidentiality and integrity
• Keen on detail;
• Highly developed negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Good analytical and presentation skills;
• Strong commercial focus
• Mature and high level leadership skills.

Competitive remuneration package driven by personal performance plus other attractive benefits will be offered to successful candidates.

ALL applicants MUST apply online to the email Hr@farnilybank.co.ke

Closing date of 22nd March 2011.

Only online applications will be considered

Canvassing will automatically disqualify the candidate.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contracted.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

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Poverty Eradication Network Administrative Assistant Volunteer Job

Job Title: Volunteer Position - Administrative Assistant

Department: Administration

Reporting to: Office Administrator

Supporting: All Staff and volunteers

Coordinating with:

• All PEN Staff and volunteers
• Partners, Clients, Visitors and General Public

Job Purpose: Perform a wide range of administrative and office support activities for the department and/or managers and supervisors to facilitate the efficient operation of the organization.

Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities

• Provide administrative/secretarial support for Pen staff such as answering telephones, assisting visitors and resolving a range of administrative problems and inquiries
• Efficient front office management
• Welcoming visitors to the organization in a professional manner and maintaining the reception area to a high standard, ensuring that the area is clean and tidy at all times.
• Provide support to PEN field operations
• Formatting and editing correspondence and other documentation
• Maintenance of an efficient filing and easy retrieval system
• Receiving and transmitting information through fax, email telephone, letters and follow up on communication
• Receive calls and referring callers as required
• make official calls and attend to all enquiries related to PEN
• Managing Incoming and outgoing post and courier services
• prepare and modify documents including correspondence, reports, drafts, memos and emails
• Record, compile, transcribe and distribute minutes of meetings
• Overall office keeping: maintain the inflow and outflow of office supplies, receive, store and maintain inventory of office supplies.
• Perform any other duties as directed by your supervisor and the prevailing circumstance

Qualifications, experience and competence

• Diploma in Business Administration, Public relations or full secretarial training with versatile administrative skills.
• Exemplary computer skills with proficiency in MS Word, spreadsheet and power point packages.
• Fluency in English and Kiswahili languages, with good writing skills
• Eloquent communication (oral and written)
• Good organizational skills
• Pleasant personality, flexible, ability to solve problems, work with minimal supervision
• Willing to learn and perform multi tasks
• Must be a team player and willing to learn on the job and apply lessons learned
• Be prepared to work under minimum supervision

Personal Attributes:

• honest and trustworthy
• Posses culture of awareness and sensitivity
• Be flexible
• Demonstrate sound work ethics

If you feel you posses the necessary qualifications and experience, please send your resume and application letter with your cell phone contact to the address below;

The Human Resources Manager
Poverty Eradication Network (PEN)
AACC Compound
Waiyaki Way
Westlands
P. O. Box 4932-00200
Nairobi

Or email your application to: query@penkenya.org

Deadline for applications is 25th March 2011

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Poverty Eradication Network Communications Volunteer Vacancy

Job Title: Communications Volunteer Position

Department: Finance and Administration

Reporting to: Finance and Administration Manager

Supporting: All Staff, Board

Coordinating with: PEN Programme Manager, Management Services Coordinator, Donors, editors, production houses.

Job Purpose: This post is responsible for presenting a consistent and appropriate professional image of PEN through its communications and communications materials. It is also responsible for quality control of training, seminar and workshop materials and the production and dissemination of professional reports.

Major Roles and Responsibilities:

Programme

• Providing the format and layout for PEN Workshop Reports and editing final drafts.
• To learn from all PEN staff and programmes to ensure all PEN communications are well informed and comprehensively documented.

Administration

• In collaboration with Admin Manager and Finance, organise an annual PR event.
• In collaboration with Admin Manager and Finance, prepare an induction manual for all PEN Board and Staff members, covering all relevant aspects of our operations.

Networking, Communications and Marketing

• Producing of Templates for the Processes and Products of Institutional Capacity Building: Strategic Planning, Organisational Assessment and Board Development, Strengthening and editing final reports.
• Produce templates to help in producing comprehensive, professionally written reports on all activities.
• Web Site Management: Continual design, writing and editing of material to be posted on the website. Linking to other websites.
• To promote all PEN professional management services, training courses and other activities with income generating potential (through web site, brochures, advertising, and where appropriate, other forms of public announcements).
• Accessing poverty focused material from the internet and to develop poverty profiles/maps for the Eastern African NGOs, and facilitate continuous learning of PEN staff.
• Newsletters, Brochures and Reports. Compile, Edit, Design and Publish
• To initiate and develop IT skills and application of all staff use of website and information
• Provide technical support to all PEN departments in data collection, analysis, documentation and dissemination
• In liaison with other members of the programme team establish processes to enable organizational learning and sharing of best practices amongst Poverty Eradication Network partner organizations.

Job Specifications:

Experience

• Appropriate computer skills
• Report writing, editing, formatting and design, materials production
• Cross cultural work experience
• International exposure
• Previous work experience

Minimum Qualifications

• First degree in communication from a recognised university
• Related diplomas, certificates and in-service training
• Fluency in Kiswahili and English, excellent writing skills

Personal Qualities

• Flexible, enthusiastic and energetic
• Willing and able to travel to rural communities and throughout East Africa
• Commitment, character, creativity and competence
• Team Player and good communicator.

If you feel you posses the necessary qualifications and experience, please send your resume and application letter with your cell phone contact to the address below;

The Human Resources Manager
Poverty Eradication Network (PEN)
AACC Compound
Waiyaki Way, Westlands
P. O. Box 4932-00200
Nairobi

Or email your application to: info@penkenya.org

Deadline for application is 25th March 2011

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