Web Developer Job in Kenya

Our client is an IT Company is looking to recruit a creative Web Developer

Job Duties:

Regular exposure to business stakeholders and executive management, as well as the authority and scope to apply your expertise to many interesting technical problems.
 

Candidate must have a strong understanding of UI, cross-browser compatibility, general web functions and standards.
 

Experience in planning and delivering software platforms used across multiple products and organizational units.
 

Deep expertise and hands on experience with Web Applications and programming languages such as Php, MySQL,CMS,Joomla Drupal Word + and Linux 

Deep functional knowledge or hands on design experience with Web ServicesStrong grasp of security principles and how they apply to E-Commerce applications.

Requirements

• Web Programming Skills
• E-Commerce, 
• T Web User Interface Design (UI), 
• Security Principles, 
• Object-Oriented Design
• Multimedia Content Development,

If you feel you fit the above role, please send your CV only quoting the job title on the email subject to jobs@alternatedoors.co.ke

N.B: We do not charge any fee for receiving your CV in our database nor for interviewing.

Only candidates short-listed for interview will be contacted.

For unsolicited applications,please drop your CV in our offices (Devan Plaza, Westlands 4th Floor) Monday to Friday- 3pm- 5.30pm ONLY.

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Backend Developer Job in Nairobi Kenya

Vacancy: Backend Developer

Location: Nairobi

Job Description:

• Monitor server performance.
• Respond to server errors and assist in server upgrades on Amazon Web Services
• Assist in writing and running regular system tests / maintenance
• Will be working together with a team of experts and will be expected to be up to speed on culture, values and managing his/her own tasks within two months.
• Fixing bugs & investigating queries.
• Occasional tech support to clients

Requirements:

• 3-5 years experience (25-30 years)
• Skilled in Python and Django
• Understands C programming well
• Good knowledge in network communication and internet protocols such as http and ip
• Good knowledge in database management, will be maintaining and migrating databases
• Prefers someone young and very smart with great attention to details.

To apply: Email your CV to cv@dumaworks.com with the subject line BACKEND DEVELOPER Job, your name and phone number

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Google Kenyan Vacancies 2014

Merchant Channel Manager, Google Payments  Job in Kenya

Job Position:

Sales Operations

Job type:

Full-time

Last updated:

Oct 22, 2014

Job location(s):

Nairobi, Kenya

Google's projects, like our users, span the globe and require managers to keep the big picture in focus. As a Program Manager at Google, you lead complex, multi-disciplinary projects. You plan requirements with internal customers and usher projects through the entire project lifecycle. This includes managing project schedules, identifying risks and clearly communicating goals to project stakeholders. Your projects often span offices, time zones and hemispheres, and it's your job to keep all the players coordinated on the project's progress and deadlines.
You are a creative and talented professional who will lead the merchant acquisition and servicing efforts of Google's payment’s business in Kenya in developing and executing on strategies to grow the payments business among retail merchants across Kenya. You will also be hands-on and detail-oriented, with a track record of sales performance with FMCGs (financial products and services vertical would be a plus) and experience managing sales field teams and value added reseller networks.

Responsibilities

• Drive and manage growth of active retail merchant base through third party direct and indirect retail channels.
• Work closely with marketing to develop and implement promotions strategies to drive cost-effective growth of payments platform, and manage delivery and servicing of in-store marketing, equipment and liquidity assets.
• Ensure timely and cost-effective supply of physical card and terminal inventory to retail.
• Analyze sales data across merchants, product, promotion type and other variables to optimize channel performance.
• Ensure the operations process meets all applicable Google policy and country regulatory and compliance requirements, including reporting obligations on an on-going basis.

Minimum qualifications

• BA/BS degree or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience in a merchant-facing FMCG or other distribution chain sales role.
• Ability to speak and write in English and Swahili fluently and idiomatically.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience creating commission and incentive structures to drive sales, as well as in digital content.
• Experience motivating and monitoring a large commission-based and field-based sales force, and strong vendor management experience.
• Experience in credit card/prepaid/digital payment industry.
• Track record of successful small and medium sized merchant sales channel management.
• Strong analytical skills; ability to analyze performance data and iterate to optimize promotion targeting and return, and sales team leadership and management of performance-based merchant sales sell out process.
• Strong strategic and excellent tactical sales approach skills.

Area

Users come first at Google. Nowhere is this more important than on our Advertising & Commerce team: we believe that ads and commercial information can be highly useful to our users if, and only if, that information is relevant to what our users wish to find or do. Hundreds of thousands of advertisers worldwide use AdWords to promote their products; hundreds of thousands of publishers use AdSense to serve relevant ads on their website; and business around the world use our commerce products (like Google Offers, Google Shopping, and Google Wallet) to support their online businesses and bring users into their offline stores. We build and maintain the platforms that have made Google what it is today, and are constantly innovating to deliver the most effective advertising and commerce opportunities of tomorrow.

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One Acre Fund SQL Server Administrator Job in East Africa

Wanted
Exceptional professional to build and improve on our current server architecture, as well as plan ahead for future scaling.

Job Location
East Africa.

Duration
Minimum 2 years commitment, full-time job.

Organization Description
Most of the world's poor are farmers, representing the largest and most uniform group of poor people in the world. One Acre Fund is a growing social enterprise in Kenya, Rwanda, Burundi, and Tanzania that is innovating a new way of helping farm families to achieve their full potential. Instead of giving handouts, One Acre Fund invests in farmers to generate a permanent gain in farm income. We provide farmers with a "service bundle" that includes education, finance, seed and fertilizer, and market facilitation. Our program is proven impactful – every year, we weigh thousands of harvests and measure 50-100% average gain in farm income per acre. We have laser-like focus on generating better lives for the people that we serve.

Job Description
One Acre Fund has several applications implemented as a SQL server merge replicated architecture using web synchronization to a hosted server. There are nearly 40 locations in 5 different countries which communicate with our main production server. In addition we are replicating data to a separate hosted server for business reporting.

As we expect the number of locations and countries to grow over time, we are seeking an exceptional professional to serve as SQL Server Administrator who can build and improve on our current server architecture, as well as plan ahead for future scaling. In addition the SQL Server Administrator will assist with trainings when One Acre Fund expands to new countries.

The SQL Server Administrator will start off in one of our field countries for the first 12 months, after which they can negotiate relocating. During the initial period some general IT administration tasks will be required and there will be the opportunity to understand the technical constraints a lot of our field offices are under.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities
The SQL Server Administrator will perform the following and other duties as assigned:

• Server maintenance and security.
  • Create and maintain security policies for developers connecting to SQL server.
  • In addition to database security, monitor firewall settings and prevent intrusion attempts.
  • Monitor and test automated backups, ensure offsite storage and perform consistency checks.
  • Evaluate Server performance and make recommendations for improvements.
  • Anticipate scaling needs.
  • Create disaster recovery and emergency failover procedures.
• Communicate with our developers and field operations team.
  • Act as gatekeeper for direct data manipulation/cleaning requests.
  • Create scripts for setting up a test environment with production data for developers.
  • Create and maintain a training environment tailored to different country program needs.
  • Assist with database architecture changes and staging data migrations.
• Support.
  • Maintain and improve client installation scripts.
  • Monitor client database performance.
  • Monitor replication performance.
  • Assist local IT staff with troubleshooting in case of connectivity problems with the database.
• New country setup.
  • Provide trainings for our main database tools to new Country Directors and Bookkeepers.
  • Assist new countries with hiring local IT staff.
• Other
  • Our IT needs keep growing and the SQL Server Administrator may be asked to help out in other areas occasionally.

Career Growth and Development
One Acre Fund invests in building management and leadership skills. Your manager will invest significant time in your career development. We provide constant, actionable feedback delivered through mentorship and through regular management consulting-style career reviews. We also have regular one-on-one meetings, where we listen to and discuss career goals, and work collaboratively to craft roles that each person can be passionate about.  Because of our rapid growth, we constantly have new high-level roles opening up and opportunities in many functions. This results in fast career growth for our staff.

Qualifications
Professional Qualifications and Attributes
The successful candidate will have:

• Excellent communication skills. The person in this position will have to communicate with team members remotely on a regular basis.
• Knowledge of SQL server and replication, strong scripting skills, and the ability to create clear documentation.
• Previous experience with server/network administration a plus.
• Language: English required; French a strong plus.

Personal Attributes
The following personal attributes are desired:

• A deep and genuine commitment to serving the poor.
• A passion for One Acre Fund’s program.
• A tremendous attention to detail.
• Humility and positive attitude.
• A sense of humor.

Preferred Start Date
Flexible

Compensation
Commensurate with experience.

Benefits
Health insurance, immunizations, flight, room and board.

Sponsor International Candidates
Yes

To Apply
Complete this form. You will be prompted to submit your CV and cover letter. You may also be asked to submit work samples for some positions. Returned Peace Corps Volunteers (RPCVs), please submit a copy of your Description of Service (DOS) in the appropriate section.

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Website Manager / Coordinator Job in Kenya

My Client in the manufacturing industry is looking to hire a manager who is strong in E- Commerce and content Management. 

The candidate should have the following;  

Website Manager / Coordinator

Strong marketing and website coordinator – responsible for making sure the overall strategy and  goals of the site are met.

Will work on juniors on coordinating their duties and that the site goals are met

Should be organized, driven, and strong in web marketing and e-commerce.

Should have experience and prove of track record on success site he / she has managed to date.

Should have people skills / leadership skills / communication skills and content management skills.

Email cv to riona@kentrain.co.ke  by the 30th of November. 

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Junior Content Developer Job in Kenya

Our client in the manufacturing industry has opened an E- Commerce Department and is looking to hire a Junior Content Developer

Candidate should have the following;

Strong energetic graduates, or even 1 – 2 year experience who can bring fresh ideas and implement strategies on the ground.

Graphic designing, content/ site management/ web marketing/ excellent communication – all skills needed in this role.

Young, enthusiastic people with fresh ideas to work on projects that are currently running.

Email cv to mriona165@gmail.com by the 30th November.   

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Accountant, Graphic / Web Designer, Sales Engineer and Clerks Jobs in Industrial Area, Nairobi, Kenya

A leading distributor in Industrial Area has vacancies for below:- M/F commercially oriented, fluent English and good references essential.

Age Limit: 45 Years
 

1. Group Accountant: ACCA or CPA qualified, experienced and control staff of 10. Strict deadlines, debt collection experience advantage

2. Graphic and Web Designer: Corporate designs, logos, new web development. AutoCAD and Coral Draw essential

3. Sales Engineer: Experience in Boiler & Air Compressors marketing.
 

4. Imports – Exports Clerk: Clearing & Forwarding Experience.
 

5. Sales & Pricing Clerk: Daily quotation, Tenders. Experience in Hardware & Technical skills necessary. Minimum 5 years’ experience necessary

Reply with CV to:-

The C.E.O
P.O. Box 18680 - 00500
Nairobi

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Creative Multimedia Software Developer Job Vacancy in Nairobi Kenya - Baby Service Industry

Our client, in the baby service industry is in need of Creative Multimedia Software Developer.
 

Duty Station: Nairobi
 

Reporting to: Business Development Manager
 

Goal for Creative Multimedia Software Developer Role: To provide attractive channels and networks of knowledge and entertainment with high utility value and ease of use for clients and staff of the Company.
 

Objectives of the Creative Multimedia Software Developer: To source, originate, create, generate, authenticate, protect and avail for use layouts, publications, websites, videos, presentations, tools, systems and programs for knowledge and entertainment in support of the Company’s products and services.

Key indicators of success

• Ease of use of products and services.
• Efficiency of operation of the products and services.
• Speed of work execution.
• Level of responsiveness and promptness of service to both clients and staff.
• Effectiveness of the products and services in bringing on board an increasing number of users.
• Effectiveness of the products and services in bringing on board an increasing number of paying clients.
• Effectiveness of the products and services in bringing on board an increasing number of partners.
• Level of innovativeness and uniqueness in products and services.

Requirements of the position
 

A clear understanding of:

1. Creative design software and design concepts.
2. Website technologies and emerging trends.
3. Mobile phone apps design.
4. Software engineering skills.
5. Creative multimedia skills.

Expertise in development tools:

1. Joomla
2. Adobe Flash, Adobe After Effects and Cool Edit.
3. WordPress
4. AutoCAD
5. Google Sketchup
6. 3Ds Max
7. Maya

Skills in at least 5 of the following:

1. Website Design and Development.
2. Mobile apps design and development.
3. Video design and development.
4. 3D architectural visualization.
5. 3D product visualization.
6. 3D animation.
7. Live audio/video streaming solutions.
8. Video conferencing and tele-presence.
9. Web interfaces and apps for hand-held devices.
10. Design and development of rich mobile applications, including iOS and Android.

Specific Responsibilities
 

These responsibilities are with respect to web portals, magazines/publications, mobile applications, videos, audios and visualisation.
 

1. Prepare functionality development strategies and to update them annually.
 

2. Provide blue print documentation and regular updates with all programing configurations therein.
 

3. Provide and maintain details of all licences of all programs and images.
 

4. Secure all administrative access codes and passwords of all elements.
 

5. Maintain all technical aspects of platforms, products and services.
 

6. Development of new elements and functionalities of platforms, products and services, including design and preparation of layouts for (magazines, books, marketing materials such as brochures, fliers, advertisements, logos, posters, etc.) for the Company and its clients and associates.
 

7. Redesign of the look and functionalities of the platforms, products and services.
 

8. Day to day technical management of all functionalities of the platforms, products and services, including troubleshooting, debugging, software installations, software configurations, site and data backup and restoration activities.
 

9. Major and minor technical incident handling.
 

10. Customer technical query and complaints support.
 

11. To be available on a 24-hour call basis for any technical emergencies and major technical incident handling.
 

12. To participate in marketing presentations of the platforms, products and services to potential clients.
 

13. To ensure that all technical aspects of the platforms, products and services are at all times in compliance with all local and international copyrights, trademarks, patents, and all intellectual property laws and regulations.
 

14. To diligently protect all copyrights, trademarks, patents, and intellectual property of the Company with respect to its platforms, products and services.
 

If you believe you qualify for this position, please send your CV and details of your current and expected remuneration to resume@interviewupconsulting.com
 

Only qualified candidates will be contacted

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Great Opportunity for a Part Time Blogger Available

Great opportunity for a part time blogger available. 

Preferably a student majoring in journalism, marketing or communication.

The duties:

• Visiting the Organization's projects taking pictures and writing weekly reports for the Organization's website and Social media.
• Updating the Organization's Web content.
• Writing periodical reports on the Organization's progress.

email CV to: ksvacancies@gmail.com

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NGO Digital Media Intern (Work from Home) Job in Nairobi Kenya

Vacancy: Digital Media Intern (Work from Home)

Description: A local non-profit organization is looking for a Digital Media Intern.

The 8 week internship enables young people to become change-makers by disseminating information about vital issues and articulating themselves through a week by week process – and the best part is that the intern can work from home– all they need is a computer and an internet connection.

Duty Station: Nairobi

Working Hours: The intern will be expected to work from home, with weekly targets that will be set by their supervisor. There will be an initial orientation meeting in Nairobi. Candidates based in Nairobi are therefore preferred. 

Remuneration: This is an unpaid internship however a weekly allowance of KSH 500 will be awarded.

Responsibilities 

• Website management and uploading materials
• Logging materials
• Editing and screening content
• Daily updating of Twitter and Facebook profile

Required Skills:

1: Web development

• Good HTML and CSS knowledge
• Ability to cut up images and mockups in Photoshop
• Recent graduate or a portfolio of recent web design/development work
• Experience with WordPress. Experience with WordPress is extremely important.

2: Social Media

• Good IT background knowledge which includes all social media platforms
• Strong grasp of different social media platforms
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be enthusiastic and ready to get the job done
• Not be frightened of responsibility, thrive under pressure
• Candidate needs to be intelligent and fast thinking

 Application 
 

To apply for the internship, please send your CV to digitalmediaintern2014@gmail.com by close of business 31st October 2014

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Sportpesa Website Designer Job in Kenya

Sportpesa is seeking to recruit Website Designer who will develop web sites by planning and executing design, maintaining and upgrading service.

Job Description

• In charge of the company’s website, keep our website up to date on a daily basis.  This will entail loading to our website new products and content creation
• Designs and maintains the company website, blogs. Fan pages etc
• Creating design concepts that have a high visual impact that positively represents the company
• Prepares site by installing and configuring server software; installing programming language using authoring and formatting tools; ensuring cross-platform compatibility; establishing links.
• Establishes locatability by registering with search engines.
• Upgrades site by updating content and graphics; monitoring performance and results; identifying and evaluating improvement options; introducing new technology; maintaining links.
• Protects site by designing and installing security precautions.
• Maintains site appearance by developing and enforcing content and display standards; editing submissions.
• Provides information by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends.
• Keeps equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs.
• Accomplishes information systems and organization mission by completing related results as needed.
• Create attractive web sites by using the various element; graphic guidelines, images, illustration, layout, fonts, colours etc

Qualification

• Must have a bachelor’s of science degree or diploma in computer science, I.T, Web design, digital media or related field.
• Must have 3 years of prior hands-on experience with a wide array of design and technical skills in Web design, development and programming.
• Issue logging, tracking, analysis, reporting and management.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work with little or no oversight or supervision.
• Must have experience with video editing to be upload on the web.
• Ability to function effectively and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficient with Web standards and technologies, including but not limited to: HTML, DHTML, XML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery and web browser optimization; including how they are being used in current design trends and techniques.
• Experience using content management systems such as WordPress, WYSIWYG, Joomla, Drupal, Expression Engine, etc.
• MUST apply with screen shot of projects done and URL of websites designed

Interested candidates who qualify for this position should send their CV to hr@sportpesa.com before 1st November 2014

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Sportpesa Java Developer Job in Kenya

Sportpesa is seeking to recruit a Java Developer who will provide full software lifecycle expertise to the software development team

The role will have complete responsibility for the quality, accuracy and sustainability of the assigned software development. In addition, it is responsibility of this role to ensure that all assigned work is performed within the agreed constraints, specifically the time and budget.

Minimum Qualifications

• University degree in Software Engineering or Computer Science
• Strong experience with multithreaded & multi-process real-time applications
• Extensive experience in architecting, designing and developing highly scalable N tier software with C++ and Java
• Strong Component & N-tier Architecture, excellent Object Oriented design and programming skills (SOA, Web Services, XML)
• Experience with fine tuning real-time server systems for performance, reliability and scalability
• Minimum 2 years of Cross-platform mobile development experience
• Minimum 2 years in development of web services, database (SQL- flavour, Oracle and MYSqL SQL) and GUI development
• Experience with source control, code coverage tools and automation tool
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with team members and managers 

Additional Qualifications / Certifications

• Good command of  Python, C++ and JAVA technologies
• Experience with WEB, Mobile and XML tools
• Knowledge of Database connectivity tools (Oracle, MySQL)
• Experience in a web hosting environment or supporting a development environment
• Exposure to managing, securing, and performance tuning Web / Java application servers

Interested candidates who qualify for this position should send their CV to hr@sportpesa.com before 1st October 2014

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Sportpesa Assistant Graphic Designer Job in Kenya

Sportpesa is seeking to recruit Assistant Graphic Designer who will be responsible for designing the graphics, ensuring that they are exciting, innovative and appropriate for the target market culture.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Campaign creation for digital and print work, above and below the line
• Print ad design for magazines‚ national newspapers‚ digital media ‚ POS and sponsorship
• Act as a front line brand guardian to help ensure the integrity of our brand.
• Develop a visual identity for each media, keeping all elements consistent in style for both the base game and all subsequent bonus games. 
• Designs innovative and exciting graphics for new games.  
• Creates innovative themes and story board graphics.  
• Executes an initial idea visually from the conceptual stage, through to production and conceptualizes the artistic look and style of a product. 
• Works with Software Developers to ensure appropriate platform development. 
• Conducts research and development activities on maximizing the use of existing technology, creates design efficiencies and evaluates design packages and tools. 
• Provides recommendations based on expertise.

Skills and experience required

• Superior skills in the Adobe product set including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and ideally After Effects and flash
• High degree of creativity and innovation
• Good typography, layout and art working skills
• Working knowledge of other web design/development tools such as HTML, CSS and Wordpress
• A relevant degree
• Passionate, friendly and expert in all that you do

All interested candidates who qualify for this position should send their CV to hr@sportpesa.com before 1st October 2014

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Java Application Developers Jobs in Kenya (KES 40K)

Vacancy: Java Application Developers

We are a newly established ICT firm based in Kenya, providing charitable payment services.

In order to achieve our vision, we are seeking to recruit applicants who are well versed with Java programming with strong interest, passion and capabilities in system requirement analysis, design and development.

There will be a salary review based on your performance after 3 months. 

Salary: 40k

Roles and Duties

• Integrating applications by designing database architecture and server scripting; studying and establishing connectivity with network systems, search engines, and information servers.
• Participate in design and development of new features and products.
• Participate in improving already existent software features/solutions.
• Update job knowledge by researching new internet/intranet technologies and software products.
• Suggest additional system requirements.
• Any other duties allocated to him/her.

Qualifications and Skills Required

• Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Computer science/I.T/Computer technology/MIS
• Good working knowledge with Java/JSP/java Servlets
• Good Knowledge with SQL-based DBMSes preferably MySQL and PostgreSQL
• Good in designing interactive interface using HTML, JavaScript and CSS and related frameworks (jQuery/Twitter Bootstrap)
• A Good understanding of use of Linux (a big plus)

If you are interested please send your CV to derduskenga@harambesa.co.ke

Application must reach us by 23 of September 2014 COB. 

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

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Insurance Brokerage Systems Developer Job in Kenya

Our client in the Insurance Brokerage Industry is in need of aSystems Developer

Under the general guidance and supervision of the Group CTO, the Systems Developer is responsible for developing systems design documentation, implementing and deploying highly scalable, reliable and available the system(s) and participating in the handover of these systems to end-users. 

S/he performs systems technical and end-user support and in close collaboration with the systems administrator manages the performance of developed systems. 

The Systems Developer is also responsible for specifying system(s) and service requirements, and managing the engagement with external systems development consultants and vendors providing a range of outsourced ICT and technical support services.

Knowledge and skills in database administration and software troubleshooting is a tremendous asset in fulfilling the functions of this position.

Principal Accountabilities
 

Systems Development

• Participate actively in developing systems design documentation from systems analysis documentation (logical design specifications) to be used in implementing highly scalable, reliable and available systems.
• Implement/develop the system through appropriate structured modular programming (coding) that will allow reliability, availability and scalability of the system. This will include appropriate unit, integration, system and user acceptance testing and corresponding system and user documentation.
• Contribute substantially in change management (including handover) of systems to end users and training that will allow integration of the system into the Brokerage Operations.
• Perform system management, diagnostic, enhancement, optimization, and system support functions (technical and user support) by diagnosing system problems and offering quick turnaround solutions.
• Monitoring and providing periodic reporting on the overall state and performance of the array of developed systems.
• Keeping abreast of changing technology trends to enable continuous process improvements, cost-effective and standards-based system implementations.
• Performing other related duties as may be required by the functions of this position.

Key Competencies

• Planning and organizing
• Professionalism
• Technological awareness
• Multitasking and prioritization
• Integrity, Discretion and Business Ethics
• Fairness
• Dedication to Continuous Improvement
• Interpersonal skills and team orientation
• Communication

3. Education, Experience and Knowledge

• Degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Engineering, or other relevant field.
• Systems development Certifications are preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years relevant work experience as a systems developer in a Windows enterprise environment.
• Systems administration experience will also be an added advantage.
• Excellent SQL skills, with the ability to design, develop and tune SQL server databases and rapidly generate complex SQL queries from an entity-relationship diagrams.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience analyzing business requirements, recommending technical solutions, and writing technical specifications and/or requirements.
•  Excellent understanding of Web Development technologies in general, including JavaScript and XML

If you believe you qualify for this position, please send your CV and details of your current and expected remuneration to: Resume@interviewupconsulting.com and on Subject header indicating position applied for or application will be rejected. 

Only qualified candidates will be contacted

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Cellulant Mobile Applications Software Engineer Job in Nairobi, Kenya

Vacancy: Mobile Applications Software Engineer.
 

Department: PD
 

Location: Nairobi, Kenya
 

Job Posting: 22-09-2014 until 03 -10-2014.
 

Starting Date: Immediate.
 

Who are we? Cellulant is a mobile commerce company. We operate Africa’s number one mobile commerce network and aim to connect 100 million customers to our mobile commerce ecosystem.
 

We are the mobile commerce partner of choice and our goal is to connect all of our corporate customers, including top Pan African banks, various merchants, to the richest mobile commerce ecosystem in Africa, helping them provide better communication, more services, and more value to their end consumers. 

We do that by providing services like mobile banking, mobile payments, music, information services and other mobile related services.
 

Cellulant was founded in 2003 and has currently operations in Kenya, Nigeria, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, Ghana, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Malawi, Zambia, Botswana and every year moving into new countries.
 

To be able to meet these aggressive growth expectations we need to grow our dynamic team. 

We invite you to be part of that growth by submitting your application to the following role.

Mobile Applications Software Engineer
 

She/he will develop software that offers users high-quality performance and reliability
 

Responsibilities:
 

Software Design

• Estimate effort and time required to deliver a project.
• Prepare and document and share project plan.
• Analyse and critique requirements and make recommendations on possible solution designs.
• Make recommendations on possible solutions.
• Establish all possible options for designing and deriving the best solutions based on sound analytical judgment, team input and the customers’ best interest.
• Research new technologies that push the boundaries and capabilities of design and provide insight.
• Design projects/products with longevity, foresight and saleability in mind.
• Assist in continual improvement of software configuration management process.

Software Development

• Accountable for optimization-focused design to ensure that all code written is loosely coupled and caters for high availability.
• Accountable for efficiency-focused software that serves to ensure that all code is highly reusable and modular.
• Develop push and pull data interfaces using the latest web and data sharing technologies
• Develop software according to functional and technical design specifications and maintain a “common sense” approach that serves to recognize potential design gaps and provide insight into closing them
• Develop patches and defect fixes
• Arrange, prepare and execute training for other teams

Documentation

• Author and maintain technical design documentation that fully defines all application code and the underlying methodology for the design decisions made.
• Author user documentation for any projects/products worked on.
• Prepare road-map documentation identifying key features that should be included in products.

Product Testing

• Provide feedback on test cases and test coverage to the quality assurance team.
• Review code for potential performance issues, re-usability, and/or anomalies
• Ensure that unit tests are written for all code
• Perform and assist with quality assurance activities as needed
• Ensure that the solution/products delivered meets the customers’ expectations “the promise”

Product Support

• Assess, troubleshoot, document and resolve issues
• Troubleshoot client problems both remotely and on site
• Research and identify cause of reported defects and issues
• Develop and contribute to the improvement of maintenance procedures
• Adhere to the terms of the Operating Level Agreement.

Reporting

• Recording of time and tasks
• Escalating and documenting any issues identified
• Ensure reports capture the four I’s (Information, Insight, Implementation, Impact)
• Consume analyse and critique reports within the team

Guidance and Mentoring

• Participate in peer reviews.
• Identify areas of improvement, prepare material and organize training within the team.

Who are you?
 

Required skills:

• 4+ years of professional mobile (Android , Objective C, C#) development experience.
• Expertise in the following programming languages e.g. Java, PHP, Android, Objective C, C#.
• Expertise in at least 3 Web presentation languages and frameworks e.g. html, CSS, Javascript, ExtJS, Zend, jQuery, Code-ignitor, Yii e.t.c
• Degree in IT, Computer Science or related fields of study.
• Excellent understanding of Software development methodologies and related SDLC’s
• Expertise in design disciplines and processes, experience in client server solution architecture, MVC Models, OOP and High performance solutions.
• Expertise in consuming public APIs for at least one public service.
• Expertise using collaborative software tools such as SVN, GIT, CVS, Mercurial, e.t.c
• Expertise in at least 2 database management systems e.g. MySql, Oracle, Postgresql.
• Expertise in solutions administration, customer engagement and issue resolution.
• Advanced skills in Office Tools for publishing and presentation preparation. In depth understanding of spreadsheet manipulation and reporting.
• Experience in system support, support processes, tools and reports.

What do we offer you? When working at Cellulant, you can expect to work on a diverse range of problems, with inspiring and creative colleagues. You will have ample opportunities for growth and career development, and we highly value continuous learning.

We offer you a challenging position in which you will be rewarded for performance.

Apply now!
 

Are you interested in this position and do you meet the minimum requirements? 

Apply by sending an e-mail with your CV and a convincing cover letter to jobs@cellulant.com

The selection process entails an oral interview stage, followed by a case study presentation and a final interview.

The deadline for application is October 3rd , 2014.

Due to the high volume of applications received only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Do you have questions about this vacancy?

Visit our website at www.cellulant.com

Please do not hesitate to contact us by e-mail or telephone: jobs@cellulant.com or 0202606696.

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KNEC Chief ICT Officer (Network Administration) Job in Kenya

The Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) wishes to recruit a self motivated and qualified professional for the following vacant position:

Chief ICT Officer, Network Administration

KNEC Scale EC 12 

One Post

The Chief ICT Officer will be reporting to the Head of Division in the ICT Department. 

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Managing infrastructure servers to ensure availability and reliable data communications; 
• Manage and administer the security and backup systems; 
• Manage the Council e-mail system for quotas, accessibility, upgrade and abuse for efficient communication; 
• Manage the physical network infrastructure including wired and wireless LAN, to ensure access to the network;
• Liaise with contracted vendors on maintenance of WAN/LAN resources to ensure optimum availability; 
• Evaluate and recommend the acquisition of network hardware and software;
• Perform project management functions when necessary; 
• Providing regular feedback on network performance and system administration for administrative purposes; 
• Assign and review the work of network and system administrators in the section. 

Requirements for Appointment: 

• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science/Information Communications Technology or any other ICT related discipline; 
• Masters Degree in Computer Science/Information Technology, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution. 
• ICT qualifications such as CISSCO, CCNA, CISSA, .NET etc; 
• Microsoft Certification MCSE (Active Directory, Microsoft Exchange Server) & CCNA; 
• At least three (3) years experience as a Senior Information Communication Technology Officer OR nine (9) years work experience at a senior level in a related field; 
• Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a reputable institution; 
• Thorough knowledge of LAN and WAN technologies, such as VSAT, WLANs, VPN, etc; 
• Data centre skills and certifications will have an added advantage e.g. certified data professional, blades certifications; 
• Must have a minimum grade of C+ and above in KCSE or equivalent qualifications.

Terms of Offer: The Council will offer a competitive remuneration package commensurate with seniority and responsibilities of the position.

Application Procedure
 

Interested and suitably qualified candidates should forward their applications enclosing certified copies of their academic and professional certificates, detailed curriculum vitae giving details of day time telephone contact, e-mail addresses, current remuneration (enclose copy of your latest pay slip), names and valid current contacts of two referees on or before Friday, October 03, 2014 to: 

The Head of Human Resources Division 

The Kenya National Examinations Council 

P O Box 73598 - 00200 

Nairobi

Note:
 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and canvassing will result to automatic disqualification.
 

All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a psychometric test to be administered by the Council.
 

KNEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and people with Disability are encouraged to apply.

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