SACCO Chief Executive Officer Job in Nairobi Kenya

A fast growing deposit taking medium sized SACCO based in Nairobi seeks to recruit a Chief Executive Officer. 

The SACCO has members in Nairobi, Mombasa, Nakuru, Nanyuki and Kisumu.

The CEO will be responsible for providing visionary leadership and direction in the realization of the SACCO’s long term business strategy.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience Required

• Degree in Commerce, Business Administration or Co-operative Management or its equivalent. Possession of Masters or Accounting qualifications will be an added advantage.
• Proficiency in Computer skills.
• At least five (5) years experience in a senior management position.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstratable leadership skills, high level of integrity and innovative.
• Aged between 30-45 years.

Those interested and meet the specified minimum qualifications are invited to apply and attach copies of relevant certificates and testimonials with at least two referees, indicating current and expected remuneration to reach the undersigned by post or email not later than 8th June, 2013.
 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

A competitive remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidates.
 

The Advertiser,
P. O. Box 2668-00202 ,
Nairobi
 

or email to: esda_africa@hotmail.com

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Co-operative Bank Branch Managers Jobs in Kenya

Career Opportunities: Branch Managers

Are you looking for an employer who promotes individual excellence and mutual respect in a team-driven culture with a key focus on social empowerment? 

The Co-operative Bank of Kenya, “The Kingdom Bank” is the place for those looking to new horizons.
 

Job Summary:
 

Reporting to the Regional Heads within Retail Banking Division, the role holder will proactively market the bank products and services to both current and prospective clients in order to maintain a competitive edge in the market and deliver profit and other budget expectations. 

In addition the role holder will be required to maintain impeccable customer service standards.
 

Job Specification:
 

The incumbent will be required to possess the following qualifications, attributes and skills:

• Must have a University Degree from a recognized university.
• Professional qualifications in Banking will be an added advantage.
• Must have a minimum of seven years working experience, four of which should have been gained in a similar position.
• Must be a computer literate.
• 40 years or below.

Interested candidates meeting the above criteria should forward an application enclosing detailed Curriculum Vitae, accompanied by copies of certificates and indicating current remuneration to the address shown below, by 24th May 2013.
 

Please quote this reference on your application and on the envelope: BM/3/HR/2013.
 

The Director
Human Resources Division
Co-operative Bank of Kenya Ltd.
P.O. Box 48231-00100
Nairobi
 

We are an equal opportunity employer.
 

Only the short listed candidates will be contacted.

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Samsung Digital Content Specialist, Channel Manager, Product Manager, Key Account Manager, After Sales Service Technicians and Engineers Jobs in Kenya

Imagine working for a world class company

Samsung

Imagine!!

For over 70 years, Samsung has been dedicated to making a better world.

Through innovative, reliable products and services; talented people; a responsible approach to business and global citizenship; and collaboration with our partners and customers, Samsung is taking the world in imaginative new directions. 

Samsung Electronics East Africa is a rapidly growing subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. and currently operates in 17 countries in East & Central Africa with offices in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Sudan, DRC and Gabon.

Imagine a career working for a company that is passionate about its People. It is our People that make Samsung the leader in diverse marketplaces and the market innovator that drives technology.
 

In the pursuit of global excellence, Samsung is continuously looking for dynamic new leaders for the digital age of the 21st Century. Become a part of Samsung and let your potential soar.
 

Digital Content & Solutions Specialist
 

[SEEA/DGM/2013]
 

This role is responsible for creating compelling, integrated digital content and solutions that disrupt traditional thinking of Samsung Hand-Held Products (HHP) through collaboration with mobile application partners, Corporate Marketing and Account Managers.
 

Minimum requirements

• Tech Savvy and a regular member of social/Tech Blogger communities
• Experience with a range of Web Analytics, SEO and Optimization platforms
• Exposure on web/graphic design, flash and other design programs
• Some technical and development skills/the ability to learn mobile OS such as Badaa/Android
• Experience in interactive agency/Mobile Network Operator /Information Technology Company will be an added advantage

Channel Manager
 

[SEEA/CM/2013]
 

This role is responsible for managing relationships, supporting established Channel, Samsung Brand Shop and Field Force team’s and developing new ones. 

The job holder is also responsible for the achievement of Channel and Samsung Brand Shop market share and sales (Volume and Value) targets.
 

Minimum requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Business Administration /Sales/ Marketing/Social Science from a reputable institution
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in FMCG/Consumer Electronics Vendor/Channel Management environment;
• Minimum 3 year experience in Brand/Product sales management;
• Proven experience in channel development and growth initiatives;

Product Manager
 

[SEEA/PM/2013]
 

This role is responsible for managing the entire product line life cycle from strategic planning to tactical activation.
 

Minimum requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Business Administration/Sales/Marketing from a reputable institution
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in FMCG environment;
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in Brand/Product sales management;

Key Account Manager
 

[SEEA/AM/2013]
 

This role is responsible for achieving Samsung sales targets for products across our various divisions [Home Appliances, Mobile & Digital Imaging, IT & Printer and B2B] by managing relationship with established Distributors, Channels and developing new Distributors, Channels partners within an assigned territory. 

Also responsible for developing sales forecasts, tracking actual sales against forecast, managing various KPI’s and providing necessary support mechanism.

Minimum requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Business Administration/Sales/Marketing from a reputable institution
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in FMCG environment
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in Brand/Product sales management
• Proven experience in developing route plans, sales promotions and initiatives
• Proven experience in motivating distributors, channel and merchant teams to double their efforts to improve sales within the assigned region

After Sales Service Technicians
 

[SEEA/ASC/2013]
 

Reporting to the Head of Service, the job holder will be responsible for managing after sales service operations and performance processes for our range of Products, guarantying consistent high quality of sales service.

Minimum requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in IT/Electronics Engineering/Computer Science from a reputable institution
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in products/solutions/after sales service environment
• Sound knowledge of the ASC’s operating environment

Technical Pre-Sales Engineer
 

[SEEA/PSE/2013]
 

This role supports Samsung’s B2B sales team and our customers to extend solution offerings to corporate customers within the region.
 

Minimum requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in IT/Electronics Engineering/Computer Science from a reputable institution
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in products/solutions/pre- sales service environment
• Familiar with the biggest trends in the market and understand the needs and requirements.
• Able to work with different stakeholders from CIO's to technical and not so technical customers and partners

Please visit our Careers website for details on the key deliverables of the jobs
https://www.samsung.com/africa_en/aboutsamsung/careers/welcome/index.html
 

Apply
 

If you would like to be part of this great company and can clearly demonstrate your abilities to meet the minimum requirements for the job, please send your detailed CV and cover letter quoting the job title/reference to seea.jobs@samsung.com to be received no later than 7th June 2013.

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ICPSK Chief Executive Officer / Secretary Job in Kenya

Chief Executive Officer / Secretary

 
Reference No. CONFIDENTIAL CEOJL1
 

The Institute of Certified Public Secretaries of Kenya (ICPSK) is the professional organization for Certified Public Secretaries.

The Institute is established under the Certified Public Secretaries Act, Cap 534 of 1988 and dedicated to the promotion, growth, development and regulation of the governance and corporate secretarial profession in Kenya. 

The Institute is governed by a Council comprising eleven members. 

The Institute wishes to recruit a visionary, dynamic and innovative person to fill the position of Chief Executive Officer/Secretary and invites suitably qualified candidates to apply.
 

Duties and responsibilities
 

Reporting to the Council, the key responsibilities of the Chief Executive Officer/Secretary include:

• Providing leadership to staff in undertaking the day to day services of the Institute.
• Developing and recommending the strategy, business plans and budget to the Council.
• Ensuring effective stakeholder management.
• Implementing of the Strategic Plan, polices and programs of the Institute.
• Fostering a corporate culture that supports and promotes good governance and ethical practice.
• Being the principal spokesperson of the Institute.
• Representing the Institute in external fora.
• Ensuring compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations.
• Prudent resource management.
• Staff recruitment, retention and motivation.

Minimum Qualifications

• Relevant Bachelors Degree from a recognized University.
• Masters Degree in a relevant discipline from a recognized University.
• Holder of the Certified Public Secretaries (CPS) qualification.
• Member of the Institute of Certified Public Secretaries of Kenya (ICPSK) in good standing.

Skills and Experience
 

Applicants should uphold high professional and ethical standards. 

In addition, applicants should demonstrate the following experience and competencies:

• Seven (7) years experience at senior management level.
• Demonstrable leadership skills.
• Integrity and honesty.
• Team Player.
• Passion for good governance.
• Meets the requirements of Chapter six of the Constitution.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Applications from suitably qualified applicants should be addressed to the undersigned so as to reach on or before Friday 7th June 2013. 

Applications should include detailed curriculum vitae with names and contact addresses of three referees together with copies of relevant academic and professional certificates and testimonials. 

Applicants should also state their current position and current and expected salary. 

The applications should clearly indicate the reference no. CONFIDENTIAL CEOJL1 on both the application letter and the face of the envelope.
 

Chairman
Institute of Certified Public Secretaries of Kenya
CPS Governance Centre, Upper Hill
P.O. Box 46935 00100 

Nairobi 

Tel: 020-3597840/2, 0734603173, 0770159631
 

E-mail: info@icpsk.com

Website: www.icpsk.com

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Executive Associate Job with Food and Agriculture Organization of the UN in Somalia

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations

General Service Vacancy Announcement No: GS/ FAO 10 2013

Position Title: Executive Associate     

Grade: G-6
Location: Mogadishu, Somalia (Somali Nationals ONLY)    

Duration: 1 year
Organizational Unit: Office of the OIC- FAO-Somalia
Post Number: FAO 10 2013,   

OCC Code: 2A12
Deadline for Application: 4 June 2013 

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the OIC, FAO-Somalia, but with wide latitude for independent action, performs duties independently and prioritize administrative and office support tasks to ensure smooth running of the office and its flow  and management of information. 

In particular, the incumbent will:

• Manage the OIC, FAO-Somalia’s  immediate office with respect to communications, information sharing, meetings and work flow; identify means and ensure adequate control of communications for the Office; identify complex or sensitive subjects and contacts for special treatment as well as priority issues that need to be brought to the supervisor’s attention; distribute action items not requiring his/her personal attention; as appropriate, provide additional information and guidance to staff at all levels within the Office to ensure clarity in understanding of intent and deadlines.
• Draft responses to written inquiries from all levels of FAO staff and external sources on a variety of complex questions; communicate sensitive information to senior management and coordinate/ expedite responses to sensitive inquiries on behalf of the supervisor.
• Organize high-level meetings, both at the duty station and away, including preparing briefings, taking responsibility for finalization of the agenda, the invitations, the compilation, production and distribution of documentation, note taking and preparation of minutes of meetings; follow-up on required actions.
• Initiate, coordinate and monitor a wide range of administrative actions at Office level.
• Organize and facilitate the administrative work of the OIC, FAO-Somalia’s office: establish internal procedures, and tracking systems for correspondence and documents, provide instructions and guidance, verify that the work is done in accordance with FAO standards and practices and within established deadlines; provide written input to the evaluation of other support staff and monitor work progress and administrative cases of priority and concern to the supervisor.
• Follow up on the preparation by Sector heads/Coordinators of correspondence, reports, memoranda, briefing notes and other documents for the ADG or the DG; review these documents and make/recommend changes to their format or style, in accordance with FAO practices; prepare correspondence for own signature or for the OIC, Fao-Somalia’s signature.
• Liaise with staff at various levels within the office and the whole FAO, Regional Offices, with FAO Representations and external stakeholders;
• Perform other duties as required.   

Qualifications – Essential

Applications are normally not considered from candidates who do not possess ALL of the Essential 

Qualifications

Education: Secondary school education  

Experience: Five years of experience in the provision of general office support and administrative services.

Language: Working knowledge (Level C) of English and of one of the other official languages of the Organization

Other:    

• Good planning and organizational skills. 
• Ability to quickly analyse situations and take effective action. 
• Ability to draft and edit correspondence in the required languages and to perform administrative assignments and carry out instructions with a minimum of explanation. 
• Ability to work under pressure and make progress on multiple tasks simultaneously. 
• High degree of discretion in dealing with confidential matters. 
• The incumbent must have passed the Organization’s typing test in English at 50 wpm and 45 wpm in the second language. 
• Ability to supervise and train subordinate staff. 
• Computer literacy and ability to effectively use standard software and office automation equipment. 
• Working knowledge of the Organization’s computerized personnel/financial/travel systems. 
• Tact, courtesy and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.   

Qualifications – Desirable 

• Secretarial training. 
• Experience in reviewing/editing documentation and in organizing official meetings of the Organization. 
• Knowledge of Italian and Level B of a third official language.

This Vacancy Announcement is open to Somali Nationals ONLY.

Interested candidates are requested to submit a cover letter quoting the Position Title and Vacancy Announcement Number along with their current/detailed Curriculum Vitae and FAO Personal History (PH) form available at http://fmt.faoso.net/documents/PH_form-Blank.docx

E-mail is the preferred means of receipt and applications should be sent to HR-Somalia@fao.org 

The subject line of the e-mail message should be indicated as per the specific Vacancy Announcement Number for each position as indicated i.e. CONFIDENTIAL– FAO/10/2013

Internal candidates are invited to complete ADM75 and provide 14 copies.  

The vacancy announcement number must be quoted on the ADM75.

Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted.  

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Process Specialist Job in Kericho, Kenya

Process Specialist

Summary   

Our client, a subsidiary of a leading multinational is involved in large scale tea production with a commitment to sustainable agricultural practices and environmental care.

Reporting to the Company Chief Engineer, you will partner with factory managers to provide engineering support to process improvements in innovations, process design & development and manufacturing automation.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement process control and automation improvements in manufacturing sites
• Implement best operating practices in the operations across all units.
• Carry out engineering audit of the manufacturing processes for compliance with set standards
• Develop and implement action plans geared toward improvements in the production processes
• Trouble-shoot manufacturing challenges and lead implementation of agreed solutions in liaison with line and unit managers.
• Draw up and implement commissioning activities for new and changed processes in manufacturing.
• In liaison with the Process/Projects Manager draw up engineering contracts and ensure their full compliance to the required quality and safety standards.
• Develop and implement improvements in the manufacturing processes to improve product quality
• Inspect and assess processes to monitor compliance with safety codes and other regulations
• Implement standard operating procedures and specific work instructions for new processes in liaison with the line and unit managers.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Process/Production/Chemical Engineering or related field
• Minimum Two (2) years experience in food manufacturing and processing, with significant automated process control (Experience in Tea manufacturing industry will be an added advantage).
• Good administration and demonstrated people management skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in AUTOCAD

How to apply:

Send your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with our client; a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees by close of business Tuesday 4th June, 2013.

Adept Systems
Management Consultants
P O Box 6416, Nairobi, GPO 00100
Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke

Only short listed candidates will be contacted. 

Please note that we do not charge fees for receiving or processing job applications.

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Garage Supervisor Job in Kericho, Kenya

Garage Supervisor

Summary   

Our client, a subsidiary of a leading multinational is involved in large scale tea production with a commitment to sustainable agricultural practices and environmental care.

Reporting to the Factory Manager, you will be responsible for the effective management of the garage in the factory; ensuring high standards of vehicle maintenance are achieved.

Key Responsibilities

• Train and develop all staff and ensure good industrial relations in the garage section
• Ensure that the company transport fleet within the group are maintained
• Carry out regular inspections of the company transport fleet, out-growers or third party vehicles
• Ensure the garage’s expenditure and operational controls are in place
• Prepare Vehicle Maintenance Schedule for the group vehicles
• Implement SHEQ policy and TPM in the garage/workshop
• Analyse maintenance related data and generate KPI trends for use to drive productivity
• To take charge of the requirements & maintenance of utility services in factory
• Responsible for co-coordinating the cost effective procurement of all spare parts from suppliers, controlling inventories of spare parts and other workshop supplies.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Automotive or Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum five (5) years experience garage management
• Knowledge of motor vehicle parts
• Good administration and demonstrated people management skills

How to apply:

Send your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with our client; a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees by close of business Tuesday 4th June, 2013.

Adept Systems
Management Consultants
P O Box 6416, Nairobi, GPO 00100
Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke

Only short listed candidates will be contacted. 

Please note that we do not charge fees for receiving or processing job applications.

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