Safaricom SACCO Internal Auditor and FOSA Manager Jobs in Kenya

Safaricom SACCO Ltd was registered in May 2001 to provide members with the opportunity to save and access competitive credit facility to develop and improve their economic and social status. 

The initial membership was 123 by the end of 2001, we are now 3,800 from 23 common bonds. 

While we have grown our membership to over 3,800, our dream is to have have atleast 10,000 members in order to enjoy the power of numbers.
 

The enactment of Sacco Act 2008 which created SACCO Societies Regulatory Authority (SASRA) has improved regulatory framework which in turn has improved the business dimensions within the SACCO sector.
 

With monthly interests as low as 1% on reducing balance, no loan queuing, 5 years repayment period for  loans up to Shs. 6M, efficient management and IT leveraging, Safaricom Sacco Ltd is the financial partner of choice!
 

To maximize on these, we have opened our common bond and are recruiting members from the following  sectors of the economy; M-PESA dealers and agents, suppliers and business partners of Safaricom Ltd,  Firms in Telecommunication Industry, IT industry, Small Sacco’s ready for mergers, relatives and friends  recommended by existing members and others who can faithfully maintain minimum monthly deposit of Kshs  3,000. Interested? Contact us immediately!

In line with our growth prospect, we are seeking to fill the following positions:

Internal Auditor

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance preferred.
• ICPAK Membership.
• 3 years’ practical audit experience in busy environment.
• Strong analytical, written/verbal communication, interpersonal, and relationship building skills.
• Systems knowledge and familiarity.
• Ability to adapt to change quickly and multi-task

FOSA Manager

• Bachelor’s degree in Cooperative Management, Banking, Accounting or Finance.
• Membership to a professional body.
• 3 years’ practical experience in FOSA, banking or microfinance management.
• Strong analytical, written/verbal communication, interpersonal, and relationship building skills.
• Systems knowledge and familiarity.
• Ability to adapt to change quickly and multi-task.
• Ability to market and grow FOSA.

Send response by 14th July to: sacco@safaricom.co.ke

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Front Office Supervisor Job in Kenya

Front Office Supervisor

Ideal candidates should possess the following:-

Minimum Qualifications:
 

Education:

• Certificate in Front Office Operations:
• Must have working knowledge of Fidelio, Opera or IDS

Experience: A minimum of one year experience in Front Office Operations.
 

Job Role: Reporting to the Front Office Executive, the Supervisor will be responsible for providing overall supervision to the entire Front Office Operations

Key Responsibilities;

• To ensure that all Front Desk Registrations & Administration duties are carried out as per the hotel’s standards
• Assign rooms as per the rates agreed & collect all pending accommodation/incidentals deposits upon guest check-in
• Action the Housekeeper’s report immediately and pass it to the housekeeping for investigations and follow up. Ensure that the room status is frequently updated so that to show the clean, dirty, out of order etc
• Ensure that the housekeeping is furnished with detailed information and requests of the expected arrivals of the day including specific service required of them e.g. extra beds, baby coats etc
• Maximize hotel sales by up-selling the facilities & other services provided
• Prepare Front Office reports as directed by the Front Office Executive
• Ensure order & cleanliness at the Front & Back office of the Front Office area
• To be aware of the current room occupancy levels at all times
• To monitor staff performance, punctuality & grooming
• Any other duty as may be assigned by the Front Office Executive from time to time

Desired Characteristics;

• Ability to effectively deal with internal and external customers, some of whom will require high levels of patience, tact and diplomacy to defuse anger and collect accurate information and resolve conflicts.
• Basic mathematical skills and considerable skill in the use of a calculator to prepare moderately complex mathematical calculations without error.
• Ability to access and accurately input information into a computer system
• Ability to stand, walk and continuously perform behind the front desk.
• Ability to observe and detect signs of emergency situations.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing and prepare reports of room availability and revenues generated.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, customers and guests/patrons.
• Good command of the English language both written and verbal.

To apply kindly follow this link http://bit.ly/12ouW09 and profile yourself before 8th July 2013

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Assistant Front Office Executive and Guest Relations Executive Jobs in Kenya

Assistant Front Office Executive

Ideal candidates should posses the following:-

Minimum Qualifications:
 

Education: Diploma in Hospitality Management; Must have a working knowledge of Fidelio, Opera or IDS.
 

Experience: A minimum of two years experience in Front Office Operations, additional language ability is a plus.

Job Role: Reporting to the Front Office Manager, the Assistant Front Office Executive will be responsible for coordination of all activities at the Front Office area in relation to Reservations & Registration of Guests, Billing, and Supervision & Training of all staff.

Key Responsibilities;

• To assist the Front Office Manager in running the department & take charge in his/her absence
• To create a team environment by ensuring effective communication within the team
• Ensure the department runs within the approved budgets – by making sure that up-selling is maximized and costs kept at an appropriate level as required
• To continuously perform on-the job training to ensure hotel standards are maintained
• Supervise checking in & out of guests and overall comfort of the guests, and handle all guest requests and complains
• Liaise with the Sales/Reservations  team regarding group bookings, room allocations, room requirements & billing instructions
• To prepare weekly & monthly reports as directed by the Front Office Manager
• Prepare & manage the staff duty roster, grooming, punctuality & their consistent performance
• Any other duty as may be assigned by the Front Office Manager from time to time

Desired Characteristics;

• Be an enthusiastic, helpful and positive member of the team
• Be professional, responsible and mature in conduct and behaviour
• Be understanding of, encouraging to and friendly with all co-workers
• Be self-motivated and conscious of time management
• Maintain open line of communications with each department
• Openly accept criticism & developmental feedback
• Be available to work a flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays
• Strong leadership skills and practice ‘leadership by example’

Guest Relations Executive

Ideal candidates should posses the following:-

Minimum Qualifications:
 

Education: - Diploma in Customer Relations: Must have working knowledge of hotel management system.
 

Experience: - A minimum of two years experience in Customer Relations.
 

Job Role: Reporting to the Front Office Executive, the Guest Relations Executive will be responsible for handling all guest requests/ complaints effectively to ensure complete guest satisfaction
 

Key Responsibilities;

• To be warm, friendly and courteous to guests
• To check all VIP rooms
• To initiate action on all group bookings and block rooms in the reservation register
• To follow up with the local travel agent for requirements of a group before their arrival
• To maintain appropriate guest history records
• To greet guests on arrival and provide timely assistance at check-in
• To advise the relevant teams/management of all VIP arrivals and also to escort all VIP’s to their rooms
• To report on a daily basis, all views, suggestions/ comments of guests’ met
• To assist guests immediately if they have any problems with the services provided by the Hotel
• To pay special attention to special requests on rooms, services and complaints of house guests
• To promote sales and develop business contacts for the Hotel and the company
• To render assistance to the Front Office team
• To take rounds of the entire Hotel to ensure smooth operation in all areas
• Any other duty as may be assigned by the Front Office Executive from time to time

Desired Characteristics;

• Well organized, able to multi-task.
• Courteous
• Great at customer service and building positive relations with guests and colleagues
• Ability to work under pressure and maintain a pleasant working environment
• Excellent administrative skills & computer literate
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong leadership skills and practice ‘leadership by example’
• Outgoing personality, open minded and flexible. Socialize at required level for this position
• Excellent appearance

To apply kindly follow this link http://bit.ly/12ouW09 and profile yourself before 8th July 2013

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Freelance SEO Article Writers Needed (KShs 15K)

Freelance SEO Article Writers Needed
We are a team of dedicated content writers and are looking to add a few more freelance writers to the team.

To join our dedicated writing team you should be able to;

• Ability to write in an easy to read, flowing manner is a definite plus.
• Write short articles (250-500 words) using excellent English grammar.
• Meet deadlines on a daily basis
• Write original, non-plagiarized content. Articles must pass Copyscape Premium.
• Be reachable on phone or email during the day
• Experienced article writers have a higher chance of getting the job

Apply with your CV and a sample SEO article(if any) to veritablewriters4@gmail.com

Salary: From Ksh. 15,000 PM (depending on number of articles written)

Start Date: Immediate

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Water Bottling Company Junior Manager / Administrator Job in Nairobi Kenya

Our client, a well established water bottling company in Nairobi is searching for a qualified and experienced candidate to fill the position of a Junior Manager / Administrator.
 

Eligible candidates must meet the following qualifications:

• A Masters degree in Business Administration from a recognized university.
• Should have a first degree in Business Administration or B.Com
• Should be aged between 28-40 years;
• Should have worked in the same capacity with 2 -3 years of experience.
• Excellent management, leadership and interpersonal communication skills
• Must be a dynamic and outgoing person; self driven and enthusiastic
• Poses business etiquette and high moral ethics with no disciplinary record;  
• Should have a Certificate of Good Conduct.
• Must have accounting knowledge

Responsibilities and duties:

• Follow up on dispatch and delivery of the company product to ensure that physical deliveries are made on time and customers’ needs are met at all times.
• Ensuring that customers’ complaints are attended to amicably as soon as they arise.
• Maintain the delivery books in good condition and ensure that they are duly signed and stamped by the respective customers.
• Checking delivery books and reconciling deliveries conducted on a daily basis.
• Prompt preparation and submission of daily Reports on deliveries conducted and customers’ pending list for the day and any other Reports that may be required from time to time by the H.O.D.
• On a daily basis make follow up calls or delivery verification calls and periodic visits to customers within the area assigned to you to ensure that, customers’ expectations are fully met.
• Recruiting new customers/ clients whenever an opportunity arises.
• Preparing and reviewing delivery schedule for his/her route/ area from time to time to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Supervise the delivery staff assigned to his/her area or route and ensure that they observe the Company’s rules and regulations.
• Preparing and submitting Excise Report to the Finance Department within the set timelines.
• Participate in customers’ satisfaction surveys and other research activities.
• Attending the weekly Departmental meetings.
• Effectively Manage the Capital Resources and the Human Resources under him/ her.
• Appraise the Human Resources working under him/her and present the report to the Human Resources Manager on quarterly basis.
• Check on the attendance report on all the staff working under him/her on a daily basis and provide the HR with reports on a weekly basis.

Only qualified candidates should send their applications including three referees, CVs urgently to info@ardenafrica.com. 

The candidates should indicate their expected salary and the position applied for in the subject line.

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Purchasing and Supplies Management Lecturer Job in Kenya

Our Client, a professional training institution of higher learning is seeking to recruit a suitable qualified candidate to fill the position of Lecturer - Purchasing and Supplies Management
 

Eligible candidate must meet the following qualifications;
 

Key Responsibilities
 

Among other duties, he/she will be responsible for:

• Teaching at degree level in the areas allocated by the Head of School and as reviewed from time to time;
• preparing lecture notes;
• evaluating the outcomes of individual learning through formal assessments or informal methods and constructive ensuring feedback is given;
• ensuring the subject course outline is sufficiently covered;
• participating in the development, administration and marking of exams and other assessments;

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• A minimum of a Masters degree in Purchasing and Supplies Management or any other relevant qualification from a recognized university;
• A first degree in Purchasing and Supplies Management, or B. Ed. Business Studies or any other related course from a recognized university;
• Professional qualification in purchasing and supplies will be of added advantage;
• A minimum of 6 months experience in a similar position;
• A strong team player;
• Should have a passion for teaching

All qualified candidates should send their applications including three referees, detailed CVs together with relevant academic/professional testimonials to info@ardenafrica.com. 

Please indicate your expected salaries and benefits. 

The candidates should indicate the position applied for in the subject line. 

Only qualified candidates will be considered

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FMCG Sales Manager Job in Tanzania

FMCG Sales Manager - Tanzania

Summary
 

This position is responsible for the development and performance of all sales activities in assigned market, direct sales team and provides leadership towards the achievement of maximum profitability and growth in line with company vision and values as well as establishing plans and sale strategies to expand customer base in market.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the setting of country and regional sales targets based on demographic and channel standards as well as consumer needs, state and occasion insights.
• Lead and motivate a team of sales associates and guide their development to achieve their full potential.
• Work closely with the marketing department to increase consumption of products and implement sales interventions aligned with the marketing strategies.
• Manage the Field Force teams to achieve merchandising standards in all outlets.
• Work closely with our distribution and wholesale partners to ensure effective supply to the traditional retail outlets.
• Manage trade advertising, merchandising and sales promotions within established budgets.
• Provide Market Intelligence and other useful trade information.
• Create Collaborative relationships with all our Partners/Stakeholders in the business
• Monitoring the performance of the sales team by establishing a system of reports and communications involving sales reports, cyclical sales meetings.

Knowledge/ Skills/ Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree – Preferably Business Administration (Marketing)
• Tanzanian National
• Minimum   5 years in a FMCG company.
• At least 4 years operating at a Senior Management level
• Good leadership skills
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Good presentation and communication skills
• Strong understanding of customer and market dynamics and requirements
• Willingness to travel and work in a global team of professionals

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 end of day Friday 19th July 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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Mobile Phone Distributor Sales Executives Jobs in Nairobi & Mombasa Kenya (KShs 35K - 45K)

Sales Executives – Nairobi & Mombasa
 

An enthusiastic Sales Executives required for a successful Kenya mobile cellular phone distribution business based in Nairobi and Mombasa. 

We are looking for young vibrant and energetic individuals who have a desire to succeed and win new business.
 

Responsibilities:

• To exceed sales targets
• Build up and maintain good commercial purchasing sales relationships with key customers
• Plan , attend and report back on all customer meetings
• Ensure customers needs and orders are fulfilled on time and to specification
• Keep an accurate diary of events and customer orders and market activities
• Identify sales leads through operators, reseller partners, channel partners, sub distributors and
• direct sales
• Be a self starter who is able to work independently to drive sales growth
• Accurate reporting and feedback from the market of forecast data, stock inventory, sales data,
• sell-in and sell-out information daily
• Monitor and maximize each customer’s credit and collections to ensure continued sales pipeline
• Manage the existing customers and identify potential new customers
• Gather information from the market on pricing , offers , bundles , competitor activity and report this back to management

Desired Skills & Experience
 

The successful applicant should have:

• Must have a Degree / Diploma or have successfully completed professional sales training
• Prior experience in sales of High Value FMCG/ Mobile Communications is a plus
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Proven ability to make complex sales and achieve targets
• Sound understanding of the local mobile product sales, mobile distribution and pricing
• Ability to work in a challenging environment and across the Kenya region
• Knowledge and experience in retail operations
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels both externally and internally.
• 'Can do' attitude and ability to work effectively both alone and as part of a team
• Ability to travel to remote regions as required
• Fluency in English language is essential, another language related to the specific territories i.e.:
• Arabic / Swahili is an advantage.
• Exceptional man-management skills and the ability to motivate teams of people

Salary: KShs. 35,000 - 45,000
 

Deadline: 15th July 2013.
 

Applications:
 

To send your up to date CV and cover letter to:

info@summitrecruitment-kenya.com
Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, 

Karen Road, Karen
 

Only short listed candidates will be contacted. 

Please indicate in your email which position you are interested in. 

Only candidates stating current salary will be considered.

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IT Company Sales and Marketing Executives Jobs in Kenya (KShs 80k - 150K)

A leading I.T. company seeks to recruit Sales and Marketing Executives.
 

Requirements:
 

Must have a Degree / Diploma in I.T.
 

Must have previously worked for an I.T. company
 

Must have 3- 5 years experience
 

Must have Cisco, F5, Juniper, Cyberoam and Symantec background
 

Must have extensive enterprise client base
 

Salary: Ksh 80,000- 150,000 depending on experience
 

Deadline: 15th July 2013.
 

Applications:
 

To send your up to date CV and cover letter to: 

info@summitrecruitment-kenya.com  

Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, 

Karen Road, Karen
 

Only short listed candidates will be contacted. 

Please indicate in your email which position you are interested in. 

Only candidates stating current salary will be considered.

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Africa Nazarene University Department of Education Senior Lecturer and Lecturers Jobs in Kenya

Africa Nazarene University (ANU) is a Chartered Christian University that integrates faith with learning to produce well rounded individuals who are able to meet challenges of their times. 

It is sponsored by the Church of Nazarene, an international Protestant denomination grounded in the Wesleyan holiness tradition.
 

Applications are invited for the following positions in the Department of Education:
 

1. Senior Lecturer (1 Post)
 

Qualifications: Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree in education, with at least five years’ experience in University teaching, and must have supervised at least ten students at Master's level.
 

Duties and responsibilities:

• Coordinate the Graduate program; both the PhD and M. Ed programmes in all our centers.
• Keep updated records of all the graduate students, in regard to their progression, particularly at the Thesis writing stage.
• Allocate Thesis supervisors’ for all the students.
• Supervise students at both Master’s and PhD level.
• Organize for defense for students who are ready to defend their Proposal or Thesis
• General academic advising for the graduate students.
• Work with Admissions office in recruitment and admission of new students.
• Work with the examination section in preparation of examinations and the preparation of the graduation list for the graduate students.

2. Lecturer (2 posts for Kisii and Nairobi campus)
 

Qualifications: Applicants must have a Master’s Degree in Education, must be a Ph.D. candidate who has successfully defended the Ph.D. proposal, with at least four years’ experience teaching at the University. 

Applicants with administrative experience will have added advantage.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Academic Advising of the students at the center, tracking their progression to graduation.
• Plan for unit offerings each session.
• Teach and coordinate the teaching at the Center.

Applicants should give full details of education and professional qualifications, experience, current post, salary and other financial benefits, copies of certificates, curriculum vitae, transcripts, the names and addresses of three referees (one of whom should be present or previous employer), should be addressed to:-
 

The Vice Chancellor
Africa Nazarene University
P.O. Box 53067 – 00200
Nairobi

Applications should reach the office not later than 5.00P.m, Friday, 16th July, 2013. 

Applications could also be dropped at our Town Campus located at the Agrho house Building, Moi Avenue. 

Please remember to quote the position you are applying for on the envelope. 

Note that only short listed candidates will be contacted. 

For more details and requirements for the above position visit our website: www.anu.ac.ke.

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Africa Nazarene University Department of Education Senior Lecturer and Lecturers Jobs in Kenya

Africa Nazarene University (ANU) is a Chartered Christian University that integrates faith with learning to produce well rounded individuals who are able to meet challenges of their times. 

It is sponsored by the Church of Nazarene, an international Protestant denomination grounded in the Wesleyan holiness tradition.
 

Applications are invited for the following positions in the Department of Education:
 

1. Senior Lecturer (1 Post)
 

Qualifications: Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree in education, with at least five years’ experience in University teaching, and must have supervised at least ten students at Master's level.
 

Duties and responsibilities:

• Coordinate the Graduate program; both the PhD and M. Ed programmes in all our centers.
• Keep updated records of all the graduate students, in regard to their progression, particularly at the Thesis writing stage.
• Allocate Thesis supervisors’ for all the students.
• Supervise students at both Master’s and PhD level.
• Organize for defense for students who are ready to defend their Proposal or Thesis
• General academic advising for the graduate students.
• Work with Admissions office in recruitment and admission of new students.
• Work with the examination section in preparation of examinations and the preparation of the graduation list for the graduate students.

2. Lecturer (2 posts for Kisii and Nairobi campus)
 

Qualifications: Applicants must have a Master’s Degree in Education, must be a Ph.D. candidate who has successfully defended the Ph.D. proposal, with at least four years’ experience teaching at the University. 

Applicants with administrative experience will have added advantage.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Academic Advising of the students at the center, tracking their progression to graduation.
• Plan for unit offerings each session.
• Teach and coordinate the teaching at the Center.

Applicants should give full details of education and professional qualifications, experience, current post, salary and other financial benefits, copies of certificates, curriculum vitae, transcripts, the names and addresses of three referees (one of whom should be present or previous employer), should be addressed to:-
 

The Vice Chancellor
Africa Nazarene University
P.O. Box 53067 – 00200
Nairobi

Applications should reach the office not later than 5.00P.m, Friday, 16th July, 2013. 

Applications could also be dropped at our Town Campus located at the Agrho house Building, Moi Avenue. 

Please remember to quote the position you are applying for on the envelope. 

Note that only short listed candidates will be contacted. 

For more details and requirements for the above position visit our website: www.anu.ac.ke.

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