Chai Sacco Marketing Manager, Marketing Officer, Accountant, Records Officer and HR Officer Jobs in Kenya

Chai Sacco Society Limited is looking for self-driven and result-oriented persons to fill the following positions.

1) Business Development and Marketing Manager 

1 Position
 

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the position is responsible for developing and implementing marketing and business development strategies.
 

Key Tasks

• Undertake Product research and business development strategies.
• Drive all membership development services to enhance loyalty, retention and growth,
• Develop and implement membership drive strategies according to market trends and member demands;
• Coordination of public relation activities
• Promotion of the Society’s services and image

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Commerce (marketing option)
• Post graduate qualifications added advantage.
• Must have attained a mean grade of C+ in KCSE
• At least 5 years experience in marketing field.
• Must be computer literate
• Must be between age of 30-40 years
• Membership to relevant professional body

2) Branch Operations / Marketing Officer 

1 Position
 

The position is responsible for deputizing the Branch Manager.
 

Key Tasks

• In charge of branch operations and marketing.
• Conducting marketing research and formulating appropriate strategies.
• Conduct customer satisfaction surveys.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Commerce/Business Administration
• Must have attained a mean grade of C+ in KCSE
• At least 3 years experience in a financial institution.
• Must be computer literate
• Must be between age of 28-35 years

3) Accountant

1 Position
 

Reporting to the Manager – Accounts Receivable, the position is responsible for effective debt collection.
 

Key Tasks

• Follow up debts and non-performing loans
• Reconciliation and validation of members remittances
• Advice on our credit and debt collection policy

Job Requirements

• Degree in Finance/Accounting/Business
• CPA(K)or ACCA
• At least 3 years experience in financial institution.
• Must be computer literate
• Age between 30-40 years
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.

4) Records Officer III 

1 Position
 

Reporting to the Records Officer I, the position is responsible for efficient management of Society’s records.
 

Key Tasks

• Management of records movement, filing, storage and archiving
• Maintenance and updating of members register

Job Requirements

• Diploma in records and archives management.
• Must have attained a mean grade of C+ in KCSE
• Must be computer literate
• 3 years experience in related field
• Age 25-30 years
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.

5) Human Resources & Administration Officer II 

1 Position
 

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, this position is responsible for providing efficient and effective human resource and administrative support services.
 

Key Tasks

• Coordinating staff recruitment
• Coordinating performance management
• Management of staff discipline matters
• Management of staff records
• Management of staff training & development
• In charge of stores management and controls
• Development of staff welfare policies and procedure

Job Requirements

• A degree in social science.
• Higher diploma in human resource management
• Masters degree in human resource management (added advantage)
• 5 years experience in human resources department
• Age 30-40 years
• Must be computer literate
• Must demonstrate good communication and interpersonal skills.

Interested candidates who meet the above qualifications may send their applications enclosing detailed CV, copies of their certificates and testimonials, names of three referees, current and expected remuneration and daytime telephone contacts so as to reach the undersigned not later than Friday 17th May 2013
 

The position being applied should be clearly indicated on the envelope.

Chief Executive Officer,
Chai Sacco Society Limited
P.O Box 278-00200,
Nairobi
 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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IBTCI MEPS Office Finance & Administrative Manager Job in Kenya

IBTCI – Monitoring and Evaluation Project for Somalia (MEPS)
 

Office Finance & Administrative Manager

The Finance & Administrative Manager will ensure financial integrity in all aspects of the program and manage all financial, accounting, and administrative aspects of the project. 

The Finance & Administrative Manager will support the Chief of Party in budget planning and monitoring, maintaining accurate financial information, and financial reporting to IBTCI home office, and will ensure adherence to USAID rules and regulations and Kenyan laws.
 

Finance: Manage all aspects of the program’s day-to-day operations of finance functions, including compliance, internal controls, payroll, forecasts of cash needs, financial reports, reconciliations, statutory deductions, etc.
 

Administration: Responsible for overall management of administration functions, including logistics, procurement, asset management, security, rent/housing, transport, etc
 

Personnel: Supervise the work of the incoming Finance/Administration Assistant(s) and other support personnel (e.g., driver, cleaner), and support all Human Resources needs for long-term staff and consultants in accordance with and compliance with Kenyan laws and USAID regulations.
 

Qualification/Requirements

• Advance Diploma in Accounting from a recognized college/institutions
• Minimum of five (5) years of accounting and administration experience.
• Significant experience in Excel and accounting programs (Deltek, desirable)
• Strong and demonstrated management and accounting skills
• Familiarity & ease working with information databases desirable
• Knowledge of USAID regulations
• Fluent English. Knowledge of Somali desirable.

Send your CV and cover letter to: mepsapplication@gmail.com not later than 8th May 2013.

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Nation Media Group Freelance Journalists and Photographers Jobs in Kenya

Nation Media Group wishes to recruit freelance journalists and photographers to strengthen its news gathering network. 

We are looking for talented, innovative, independent and self-driven journalists and photographers with proven writing and photography skills.
 

The freelance journalists and photographers will be based in: Narok, Laikipia, Lamu, Tana River, Samburu, Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Isiolo, Nyeri, Meru, Tharaka Nithi, Embu, Kirinyaga, Muranga, Kisumu, Siaya, Nakuru, Migori, Homabay, Nyamira, Bomet, Kericho, Vihiga, West Pokot, Turkana, Kiambu, Kitui, Makueni, Machakos, Uasin Gishu and Kajiado.

The successful candidates will be required to write quality news stories and features for all NMG publications, as well as TV and radio scripts and/or shoot pictures.

Freelance Journalists

Job Ref: HR-FJ-04-2013
 

Knowledge, skills and experience

• University degree and training in journalism;
• Minimum two years work experience;
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and with minimum supervision.

Photographers

Job Ref: HR-FP-04-2013
 

Knowledge, skills and experience

• Diploma in mass communication and training in photography;
• Minimum two years work experience;
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and with minimum supervision.

Interested candidates may send their online applications and a detailed CV indicating where they wish to work, to http://careers.nationmedia.com before 12th May, 2013.

Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

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Kirinyaga University College Registrar Job in Kerugoya Kenya

Kirinyaga University College is looking for dynamic, visionary, committed and self driven person fill the following position:
 

Registrar (Administration, Planning and Development)

Grade 15
 

Will report to the Deputy Principal (Administration Planning and Development)
 

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordination of the preparation and implementation of the strategic plan by providing administrative support to the Deputy Principal-Administration Planning, Development (DP-AP&D).
• In liaison with DP (AP&D), prepare the administration strategic plan and budget and implement the same
• Appraise performance of staff under officer’s supervision, identify their training needs and develop as appropriate
• Coordinate and manage the maintenance and efficient use of the University facilities.
• Supervise all physical works and renovations in the University.
• Ensure efficient utilisation of resources by enforcing policies and procedures to reduce costs, damages and wastage.
• Manage relevant outsourced services on behalf of the University to ensure they meet the Universities expectations.
• Allocation of space to ensure optimal accommodation of all KYUC needs
• Servicing the relevant University committees and meetings including taking minute on behalf of the DP-APD.
• Manage University vehicles and outsourced transport to meet KYUC transport needs
• Coordinate security and safety operations in the University premises

Minimum Qualifications and Competencies

• A minimum of Master’s Degree in Administration or Management
• Minimum five (5) years’ experience as a Deputy Registrar in an Educational Institution with exemplary work performance in a University set up or any other organization/institution.
• Demonstrated leadership skills in a busy institution; proven teamwork and flexibility in demanding situations.
• Demonstrated competency in computer applications.

How to Apply
 

Three copies of applications, along with a cover letter, an up-to-date CV and names of three referees should be sent to the address below by 15th of May, 2013:
 

The Principal
Kirinyaga University College
P.O. Box 143-10300
Kerugoya
 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Kirinyaga University College is an equal opportunity employer.

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Rooms Division Manager, Reservations Officer, Housekeeper and Tours Manager Jobs in Kenya

Our client is a deluxe hotel in Lake Naivasha area. 

This resort hotel, with outstanding resort features comprises: outdoor and indoor restaurants, conference and seminar facilities, a swimming pool, and boat riding facilities, amongst others.

We are looking for dynamic, amiable, service oriented, self-motivated, and result driven characters to manage the positions detailed below.

The right candidates will be persons passionate about their work, capable of offering leadership at all levels and keen to take up new challenges. 

They must be computer literate and conversant with the latest version of Opera Hotel management systems. 

Excellent oral communication skills are essential. 

Knowledge of at least one foreign language is required.

Rooms Division Manager

 
Ref: 13042
 

The Rooms Division Manager will be reporting to the General Manager, and will be responsible for internalizing and implementing major strategies on the efficient and profitable operations of the Rooms Division, comprising the Front Office and Housekeeping Departments of the hotel.
 

Applicants must be holders of at least a Diploma in Hotel Management from Kenya Utalii College, International Hotel & Tourism Institute, or other internationally recognized hotel training institution with at least five years’ experience three of which should be in a similar position in a four or five star establishment. 

The right candidate will have to demonstrate a high sense of Internal Controls, and ability to create excellent rapport with guests and colleagues.

Sales & Reservations Officer
 

Ref: 13043
 

Based in the Nairobi Sales Office, the Sales & Reservations Officer will be reporting to the Sales & Reservations Manager, and will be responsible for the promotion of sales, and the efficient operation of the reservations office.
 

Applicants must be holders of at least a Diploma in sales and Marketing Management from a recognised training institution, with at least five years’ experience in a similar position in a four or five star establishment.

Housekeeper

 
Ref: 13045
 

The Housekeeper will be reporting to the Rooms Division Manager, and will be responsible for the efficient and effective operations of the Housekeeping Department of the hotel.
 

Applicants must be holders of a Diploma in Hotel Management with at least 3 years relevant experience or Certificate in Housekeeping with at least 4 years relevant experience two of which should be in a similar position in a four or five star establishment. 

The right candidate will have to demonstrate an eye for detail and high sense of Internal Controls.

Our client, a leading tour companies based in Nairobi, is in the process of expanding its business base to the Far East countries, namely Japan & Peoples Republic of China. 

We are inviting applications from individuals keen to take up the post of Tours Manager. 

We are looking for energetic, result-driven characters capable of offering leadership in a changing environment.

Tours Manager
 

Ref 13045
 

The Tours Manager will be reporting to the General Manager, and will be responsible for internalizing and implementing major strategies on the efficient and profitable operations of the business.

Applicants must be holders of Diploma in Travel Management from Kenya Utalii College, or other internationally recognized tourism training institution. 

Candidates must have at least five years’ experience in a similar position in a reputed tours and travel company.

The right candidate will have to demonstrate creativity, drive, decisiveness, good negotiating skills, and ability to create excellent rapport with clients and colleagues.

In addition to tours management he /she should demonstrate familiarity with airline ticketing procedures. 

He/she must be computer literate and be conversant with the latest tour and travel management systems. 

Excellent oral communication skills are essential. 

Knowledge of Chinese and / or Japanese will be a distinct advantage.
 

Applications including current CVs stating the post Reference Number as indicated above should be sent by email to: careers@pieconsultancy.com.
 

Applications should be in MS Word, with no scanned materials or photos.
 

Applications may also be posted to:
 

PIE Consultancy
P.O Box 63892, Muthaiga,
00619 Nairobi
Kenya
 

Whether sent by email or by post, applications should reach us not later than 10th May 2013.

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Rooms Division Manager, Reservations Officer, Housekeeper and Tours Manager Jobs in Kenya

Our client is a deluxe hotel in Lake Naivasha area. 

This resort hotel, with outstanding resort features comprises: outdoor and indoor restaurants, conference and seminar facilities, a swimming pool, and boat riding facilities, amongst others.

We are looking for dynamic, amiable, service oriented, self-motivated, and result driven characters to manage the positions detailed below.

The right candidates will be persons passionate about their work, capable of offering leadership at all levels and keen to take up new challenges. 

They must be computer literate and conversant with the latest version of Opera Hotel management systems. 

Excellent oral communication skills are essential. 

Knowledge of at least one foreign language is required.

Rooms Division Manager

 
Ref: 13042
 

The Rooms Division Manager will be reporting to the General Manager, and will be responsible for internalizing and implementing major strategies on the efficient and profitable operations of the Rooms Division, comprising the Front Office and Housekeeping Departments of the hotel.
 

Applicants must be holders of at least a Diploma in Hotel Management from Kenya Utalii College, International Hotel & Tourism Institute, or other internationally recognized hotel training institution with at least five years’ experience three of which should be in a similar position in a four or five star establishment. 

The right candidate will have to demonstrate a high sense of Internal Controls, and ability to create excellent rapport with guests and colleagues.

Sales & Reservations Officer
 

Ref: 13043
 

Based in the Nairobi Sales Office, the Sales & Reservations Officer will be reporting to the Sales & Reservations Manager, and will be responsible for the promotion of sales, and the efficient operation of the reservations office.
 

Applicants must be holders of at least a Diploma in sales and Marketing Management from a recognised training institution, with at least five years’ experience in a similar position in a four or five star establishment.

Housekeeper

 
Ref: 13045
 

The Housekeeper will be reporting to the Rooms Division Manager, and will be responsible for the efficient and effective operations of the Housekeeping Department of the hotel.
 

Applicants must be holders of a Diploma in Hotel Management with at least 3 years relevant experience or Certificate in Housekeeping with at least 4 years relevant experience two of which should be in a similar position in a four or five star establishment. 

The right candidate will have to demonstrate an eye for detail and high sense of Internal Controls.

Our client, a leading tour companies based in Nairobi, is in the process of expanding its business base to the Far East countries, namely Japan & Peoples Republic of China. 

We are inviting applications from individuals keen to take up the post of Tours Manager. 

We are looking for energetic, result-driven characters capable of offering leadership in a changing environment.

Tours Manager
 

Ref 13045
 

The Tours Manager will be reporting to the General Manager, and will be responsible for internalizing and implementing major strategies on the efficient and profitable operations of the business.

Applicants must be holders of Diploma in Travel Management from Kenya Utalii College, or other internationally recognized tourism training institution. 

Candidates must have at least five years’ experience in a similar position in a reputed tours and travel company.

The right candidate will have to demonstrate creativity, drive, decisiveness, good negotiating skills, and ability to create excellent rapport with clients and colleagues.

In addition to tours management he /she should demonstrate familiarity with airline ticketing procedures. 

He/she must be computer literate and be conversant with the latest tour and travel management systems. 

Excellent oral communication skills are essential. 

Knowledge of Chinese and / or Japanese will be a distinct advantage.
 

Applications including current CVs stating the post Reference Number as indicated above should be sent by email to: careers@pieconsultancy.com.
 

Applications should be in MS Word, with no scanned materials or photos.
 

Applications may also be posted to:
 

PIE Consultancy
P.O Box 63892, Muthaiga,
00619 Nairobi
Kenya
 

Whether sent by email or by post, applications should reach us not later than 10th May 2013.

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Competition for Designing the Samburu County Government Flag, Coat of Arms and Public Seal

Republic of Kenya
 

Samburu County Government
 

Office of the Governor

Competition for Designing the County Government Flag, Coat of Arms and Public Seal
 

The County Government Act 2012, Section Four (4) on County Symbols requires that:-
 

1. Every County shall enact legislation prescribing the following County symbols:-
 

a) The County Flag
 

b) The County Court of Arms and Logo, and;
 

c) The County Public Seal.
 

2. The County Executive shall develop the symbols of the County through a consultative process for approval by the County Assembly by legislation.
 

3. The county legislation enacted under subsection (I) shall provide for use of the county symbols in the same manner as provided for in the national flag, emblems and names Act (CAP 99).
 

4. A county symbol shall not be the same as, or be a likeness or similarity to a national symbol. In accordance with section 4 of the said Act, offers are hereby invited from the members of general public and or institution for the designing of the county flag, the county coat of arms and the county public seal. It should be note that the designs shall reflect the history, social- cultural and economics aspirations of samburu county should be unique; and capture the diversity of the county.

The competition shall be in the following categories with a token for the winner and the runners up as indicated below:
 

1. County Flag 

• Winner Kshs. 40,000
• Runner up Kshs. 20,000

2. County Court of Arms and Logo 

• Winner Kshs. 40,000
• Runner up Kshs. 20,000

3. County Public Seal 

• Winner Kshs. 40,000
• Runner up Kshs. 20,000

Further, please note that by submitting the designs you agree to transfer copyright of the designs to Samburu County Government.
 

The submissions of the proposed designs in full colour measuring 28 x 20cm and in good resolution, must reach the undersigned by 8th May, 2013 through the following address:-
 

The Interim County Secretary
Samburu County
P. O. Box 3 – 20600
Samburu.
 

Or be delivered by hand to office of the Governor Samburu County (former Samburu County Council).
 

It should be noted that the selection panel shall exercise direction and its decision on the winner for each category and its decision shall be deemed final.
 

Interim County Secretary
Samburu County

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