International Potato Center Job in Kenya

The International Potato Center (CIP) is an International Agricultural Research Centre that seeks to reduce poverty and achieve food security on a sustained basis in developing countries through scientific research and related activities on potato, sweet potato, and other root and tuber crops.

CIP is part of the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR).CIP operates a Regional Office for the Sub-Saharan Africa based in Nairobi, Kenya with offices in Bungoma town.

CIP is hereby inviting applicants for the position of Administrative /Accounts Assistant for the Bungoma Office.

Principal Functions:

The successful candidate will be supervised by the Project Manager and Regional Finance Officer and will perform the following duties:

Accounts:

• Monthly preparation of the cash position and bank reconciliations.
• Budget monitoring and analysis.
• Ledger maintenance and analysis.
• Payments to local and international suppliers including petty cash management
• Implementation of CIP policies and procedures

Administration:

• Maintenance of office décor
• Make travel arrangements and travel requests for staff
• Arranging conferences & meetings
• Handling motor vehicle maintenance, service and supervising the drivers.
• Maintenance and servicing of office equipment
• Keep inventory of office equipment and supplies
• Handle telephone calls/faxes, receive and assist visitors to the office
• Organize and maintain filing system
• Provide other administrative support as required

Education

• A Degree in Business Administration-Accounting or other related professional qualifications can be considered.

Work experience

• At least 3 years relevant experience of which 2 years should be in a similar (Accounts / administrative) position, preferably in an International Organization or Foreign Mission.

Core Competencies

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Good knowledge of rules, regulations and procedures of government and related agencies.
• Ability to work independently and to take initiative when sorting issues with the government ministries and suppliers.
• Computer literate in Microsoft Office.
• Competent driver with current valid driving license
• Willingness to work on weekends if circumstances require

Terms of appointment

This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position based on a One-year renewable contract. CIP offers an attractive compensation package commensurate with experience.

Applications

Applicants should send a cover letter expressing their interest and expectations for the position, curriculum vitae and the names and contact details (Telephone, E-mail) of three professional referees, preferably by email to the

Regional Leader, International Potato Center (CIP),
email: cip-nbo@cgiar.org by December 7, 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.

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Carpenters Jobs in Nairobi (50 ) - China Wu Yi (K) Company Ltd

We are recruiting experienced carpenters and this is a matter of urgency.

50 experienced carpenters are needed at the China Wu Yi (K) Company Ltd Plaza Project, Galana road, Kilimani.

Below are the requirements:

• Experienced carpenter with building works
• Should be of good health
• Can erect form works
• Able read drawings ( will be given first priority)

Contact Monicah on 020 2325935

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Managing Director Job in Kenya

Job Vacancy: Managing Director

Company: A leading financial institution.

The Role

They seek to recruit an experienced, focused and results oriented individual to manage their captive private equity fund. The holder will:

• Manage and lead a team of Investment analysts and Investment executives.
• Support and lead marketing of firm’s private equity fund management expertise.
• Lead the implementation of the investment strategy deal flow generation-investment - management-exits.
• Develop and maintain relationships with current and potential limited partners, co-investors intermediaries and fellow private equity firms.
• Support the Investment Executive as needed at deal screening stage, due diligence, the negotiations and closing of transactions.
• Report deal flow, investment proposals and recommendations investment monitoring and valuations to various Boards.
• Represent the company at industry meetings.

The Holder

The ideal candidate will have:

• A Masters degree in either accounting, Finance, Economics, Investment Analysis or CFA qualified or MBA.
• Extensive background in corporate Finance and private Equity.
• Exposure in emerging markets would be a definite advantage.
• High level Interpersonal skills.
• Strong presentational networking skills.
• Strategic Analysis skills.

Application Process

Interested candidates are requested to submit their applications on e-mail, together with the latest copy of CV, day time telephone number and details of their current remuneration to: recruit@idp-ea.com so as to be received on or before Friday 2nd December 2011.

Do not attach any scanned documents please.

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Mesora Distributors Latest Jobs and Careers in Kenya

Mesora Distributors is a company that distributes fast moving consumer goods.

We are looking for enthusiastic, creative and energetic people to work as Sales representatives, loaders and pump attendants.

Do you have the following minimum qualifications?

Pump Attendant

• KCSE minimum C plain
• A valid certificate of good conduct
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent customer service skills

Loaders

• Young and energetic men that are able to handle heavy boxes
• KCSE C plain
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent customer service skills

Direct Sales Representatives

The qualifications for the DSR include

• A diploma in Sales and Marketing from a recognized institution
• KCSE C+
• Experience as a sales representative will be an added advantage
• Good communication and interpersonal skills

If you are interested in any of the positions and have the qualifications stated, kindly send your application to hr@mesoragroup.com.

The deadline for receiving applications is November 30, 2011.

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

Mesora Distributors is an equal opportunity employer

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