Pensions Manager and Accountant Jobs in Kenya

A well established Pension Scheme with a fund value of Shs. 2 billion with about 1,400 Members would like to fill the following vacancies immediately.

1. Pensions Manager

Reporting to the Board of Trustees of the pension scheme, the successful candidate will manage and oversee all the operations of the scheme.

Key duties and responsibilities of the position include:

• Administering, supervising and managing staff, assets and activities of the scheme;
• Ensuring that the scheme operates efficiently, meets its performance targets, quality and customer care targets as well as complying with best practice;
• Providing effective and efficient communication between scheme members, the sponsor, service providers and the regulator;
• Ensuring ethical and good corporate governance practices including financial procedures and controls as well as compliance with regulations in force;
• Developing and implementing an effective strategic plan in consultation with the Board of Trustees and other stakeholders/advisers,

Qualifications, experience and other requirements:-

• Must be a graduate in either Economics, Commerce, Business or Finance related disciplines, preferably advanced to a Master’s level;
• A professional qualification or training in investment banking and/or management would be an added advantage;
• Should possess good IT and quantitative skills;
• Excellent inter-personal, organization and leadership skills with ability to motivate staff, build effective relationships with business clients, peers, staff and regulatory authorities at all levels.
• At least five (5) years experience in a senior management position preferably in pensions industry, finance, financial services sector, banking or funds management.

2. Accountant

Reporting to the Pensions Manager, the successful candidate will manage the day to day accounting functions of the Scheme, ensure that scheme accounts are prepared in a timely and accurate manner an in accordance with the RBA regulations and acceptable accounting standards.

Key duties and responsibilities of the position include:

• Preparation of schemes budget and presenting it to the Board for approval.
• Maintain the books of accounts for the Pension Scheme.
• Generate quarterly and monthly reports for the scheme
• Prepare the payroll and oversee bank reconciliations
• Facilitate audits and ensure legal and professional compliance.
• Collection of fund debts

Qualifications, experience and other requirements:-

• Must be a graduate in either Economics, Commerce, Business or Finance related disciplines
• Must be a CPA (K) or equivalent qualification;
• Excellent knowledge of dealing with investment and financial assets;
• Good knowledge of retirement benefits schemes or general investment accounting would an added advantage.
• At least three (3) years experience in a similar function.
• Must be a person of unquestionable integrity.

If you qualify and up to the challenge, please submit your application along with a detailed CV, stating your current position and remuneration, copies of certificates and testimonials so as to reach us on or before 19th October, 2012 addressed to:

DN/A 1382
P.O. Box 49010-00100, NAIROBI

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Medair Somalia Finance & Admin Assistant Job in Kenya

Medair Somalia/Somaliland is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the following position based in Nairobi, Kenya. 

 

The person filling this position will work directly under the Project Support Manager.

Finance & Admin Assistant

Main responsibilities include:

1. Cashier

• Disburse and ensure accurate and timely accounting for cash
• Perform weekly physical cash counts

2. Banking

• Online banking and processing of cheque payments within authorisation limits
• Ensure transfers of cash to the field in a timely manner

3. Financial Reporting

• Weekly expense sheet closure
• Monthly closure of accounts and scanning of accounts documentation meeting deadlines

4. Audit

• Work with Logistics and other staff to maintain required audit trail for all financial transactions
• Provide support in tracing supporting documents whenever an audit is being carried out

5. Payroll

• Prepare staff salaries monthly and make payments to individual bank accounts online

Qualifications and experience:

• Diploma in Finance or Business Studies with a bias in finance
• Minimum 2 years relevant post-qualification professional experience
• Computer literate with good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
• Excellent English (oral & written)

Applications are invited from qualified persons to fill the above position. 

 

If you believe you are the candidate we are looking for, please submit your letter of application and CV.

Include telephone and email contacts of two professional references including your current/most recent employer.

Applications should be sent by email to: recruitment-som@medair.org

Applications must be submitted no later than close of business Wednesday 10th October 2012.

Only successful applicants will be contacted.

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Tamarind Group Unit Accountant Job in Kenya

Unit Accountant

The Tamarind Group is seeking a hardworking and ocused individual, with unquestionable integrity, excellent interpersonal skills and keen eye to detail , preferably with a hospitality background, to fill in the position of Unit Accountant , Tamarind Mombasa.

Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Unit Accountant will be responsible for :-

• All aspects of financial accounting.
• Preparation and supervision of financial statements and analysis.
• Co-ordination of year end audits.
• Motivating, training, and supervising the team to achieve the group’s financial objectives.
• Management of cash flow requirements.
• Co-ordination and management of end- of- month closing process.

The ideal candidate will possess the following requirements-:

• Holder of a University Degree
• Registered CPA (K), and, or ACCA
• Working knowledge of MICROS, MATERIALS CONTROL FIDELIO and modern financial accounting systems.
• Minimum of four years experience in a senior financial position, in a centralized, multi-unit accounting structure.

Interested applicants should forward their applications, clearly outlining current and expected remuneration to human.resources@tamarind.co.ke by 17 October 2012.

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Security Manager Job in Kenya

Security Manager

 

Job Ref. MN 5500

A manufacturing company wishes to recruit a Security Manager.

Job Profile

• Reporting directly to the Head of HR & Administration, the Security Manager will provide security leadership and direction to the Company through effective organization, administration and operation of the security function.
• Develop and implement security policy, strategy, guidelines in consistency with best global practices.
• Identify all security risk areas and develop better operational methods to mitigate the risks.
• Carry out security audits and surveys, review security processes, procedures, contingency plans and control in compliance with the set security standards.
• Manage the incident reporting process to track trends and develop effective responses.
• Assist in the selection and management of third party security providers through clear and measurable Service Level Agreements.
• Ensure proper administration of departmental personnel and resources with aim of managing cost within the approved budgets.
• Provide guidance in high level investigations to all reported cases against company employees and property.
• Liaise with relevant government departments, police, local administrators, neighborhood security institutions in handling security issues with the Company.
• Develop, implement and supervise security emergency action plans.

Person Profile

• Holder of a Degree in Security Management or equivalent professional training
• Thorough knowledge in criminal investigations and litigation procedures will be paramount
• At least 5 years relevant working experience in a similar senior position . Demonstrate working experience with electronic alarms, Access Control systems, CCTV and other technology based security systems
• Demonstrate capability of commanding a contracted or in house guard force
• Previous clean record in disciplined services and accounting knowledge will be an added advantage
• Must be medically and physically fit with no criminal record with a valid Certificate of Good Conduct
• Competence in Driving (BCE), Riding, Dog handling, Computer knowledge and unarmed combat skills

Send your application with a detailed CV and a daytime telephone number. You SHOULD disclose your current or past salary. Send your application by hand, courier, post or email so as to reach us by 12th October 2012 2012. Send to:

Executive Selection Division, Manpower Services (K) Ltd, 3rd Floor, Landmark Plaza, Directly Opposite Nairobi Hospital Entrance, P.O. Box 50736 - 00200, Nairobi. Email to recruit@manpowerservicesgroup.com.

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Sales Representatives Jobs in Western, Nyanza, Central, Rift valley & Nairobi

Position: Sales Representatives

Industry: Automobile industry

Location: Western, Nyanza, Central, Rift valley & Nairobi
 

Our client, a long established Blue Chip Motor vehicle company is seeking to recruit Sales representatives to support sales in the following regions: Western, Nyanza, Central, Rift Valley & Nairobi. 

 

The ideal candidates will be in charge of selling vehicle bodywork in the target market. 

 

The target market will be companies, institutions or persons desiring bodywork building services for minibuses, buses, lorries etc.
 

Roles and responsibilities

• Undertake field trips to follow up on prospects
• Build strong relationship with business partners in the industry including institutions, companies and individual entrepreneurs.
• Drive market growth and identify market opportunities for business expansion.
• Develop and implement sales strategies to retain and attract new clients.
• Follow up on new leads and referrals
• Identify sales prospects and contact these and other accounts as assigned
• Establish and maintain current client and potential client relationships
• Prepare paperwork to activate and maintain contract services
• Communicate new product and service opportunities, special developments, information, or feedback gathered through field activity to appropriate company staff

Qualifications

• At least a Diploma or a Degree in sales and marketing or  related field
• Practical commercial approach and marketing skills.
• Minimum of 3 Years demonstrated experience in Automobile or other related industries ( successful candidates will not be required to relocate)
• Highly driven/dynamic, result oriented
• Good organizational and reporting skills
• Presentable dynamic and with leadership skills
• Must have strong interest in sales and marketing

To apply send your CV ONLY TO recruit@flexi-personnel.com before Friday 12th October, 2012. 

 

Clearly indicate the position applied for and minimum salary expectation on the subject line.

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AVU Research Specialist - Consultant Job Vacancy

AVU Multinational Support Project, Phase II
 

Terms of Reference: Research Specialist - Consultant
1.0. Introduction

The Board of ADB Group granted the AVU another $15.6 Million through the African Development Fund for a second phase of a Multinational Project which will build on the first phase and will extend its benefits to more countries. 

 

The overall objective of the AVU Multinational Project II is to continue to strengthen the capacity of the AVU and a network of 27 institutions to develop, deliver and manage quality ICT integrated programs in 22 African countries. 

 

The project has the following activities:

• establishment and upgrading of distance and eLearning infrastructure
• development and improvement of programs for elearning in: Teacher Education with focus on mathematics and sciences; Computer Science; and Peace and Conflict Resolution.
• promotion and development of Open Education Resources (OERs)
• training of trainers in elearning methodologies
• gender Mainstreaming mainly by awarding scholarships to female students in mathematics and science disciplines
• research and development with a focus on Mobile Learning
• technical assistance to countries on distance and elearning policies and strategies 

The AVU Multinational project II will be implemented in 27 AVU Partner Institutions in the following 21 countries: nine (9) Francophone African Countries: Benin, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Democratic Republic of Congo, Mali, Mauritania, Niger, Senegal; four (3) Lusophone African Countries: Cape Verde, Guinea Bissau and Mozambique; and nine (9) Anglophone African Countries: Gambia, Ghana, Kenya, Namibia, Nigeria, Rwanda, South Sudan, Sudan, and Tanzania.

As an initial activity in the implementation of the project, the AVU has planned a project launch mission in each of the participating countries and institution. 

 

The overall purpose of the launch will be to sensitise the wider project beneficiaries in each country as well as to collect baseline information related to the project’s activities. 

 

To successfully carry-out the missions, the AVU requires a Research Specialist consultant to assist with the collection of data and eventually compiling a comprehensive report

2.0. Scope of Work

The consultant will undertake the following activities, in collaboration with the AVU Monitoring and Evaluation Officer:

• Review literature and policies relevant to the project’s activities
• Contribute substantial input in the preparation of the launch missions
• Participate in the launch mission visits
• Collect relevant data and information in countries
• Collate all data into one comprehensive report
• Write a research report
• Any other task that may be required

3.0. Expected Deliverables

• A report on:

1. Project related literature review
2. Relevant data and information from each country

• Well-prepared launch missions
• Well-executed launch visits
• Report produced

4.0. Qualifications

• A PhD in Education or a Bachelor's Degree in Education with over 10 years experience in higher education platform;
• Proven record of successful interaction with individuals from a diverse array of backgrounds, including government officials and university top management;
• Demonstrable experience conducting and analyzing field research and managing a research team;
• Proven interest in issues of ICT in Education;
• Ability to conduct evidence-based policy analysis and play an active role in the development of program policy and direction;
• Knowledge of computer programs, including Microsoft Word and Excel;
• Experience in program management and logistics;
• Bilingual: English/French; and
• Knowledge of Portuguese is an added advantage.

5.0. Modalities of Work
 

The consultant will be engaged for 6 months and will work full time dedicating 8 hours in a day for 5 days a week.

6.0. Reporting
 

The consultant will report to the AVU Rector

7.0. Payment
 

A competitive monthly rate commensurate with qualification and experience will be offered. All expenses related to field visits will be paid for by the AVU

Applications should be sent to job@avu.org clearly indicating Consultant research specialist on the subject line. 

 

Application deadline is 11th October 2012.

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Safaricom Principal Organizational Effectiveness Officer Job in Kenya

We are pleased to announce the following vacancy within the Resources Division.  

 

In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below:

Principal Organizational Effectiveness Officer
 

Ref: HR _ POEO_ OCTOBER_2012

Reporting to the Senior Manager – Organizational Effectiveness; the successful candidate will be involved in Organisation design, Talent management, Performance management, Culture management, Change Management skills & competency management, HR metrics, Job Evaluation and Organisation Effectiveness projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Liaise with the section manager in the development of talent programs and ensure standardized implementation of these programs across the business through effective dialogue with the HRBPs on the same;
• Define the talent assessment framework and ensuring implementation of the same in liaison with the HRBPs.
• Determine the talent program reporting matrix, ensure this is approved and ensure submission of the organization wide talent program reports.
• Liaise with the HRBP team to ensure all divisional succession plans have been outlined and approved and any developmental needs for identified successors discussed for implementation with the Learning & Development team;
• Ensure timely activation of the Safaricom performance management cycle;
• Facilitate culture management within Safaricom by identifying what the culture really is and outlining people driven initiatives that will ensure embedding the preferred culture across the business;
• Research and provide current advice to other functions on Organization Effectiveness needs and opportunities and trends in the market;
• Execution and completion of all Organization Design programs and projects according to the approved project plan and ensure deliverables meet quality standards;
• Monitoring, analyzing and reporting on Organization Effectiveness initiatives on a Weekly/Monthly/Quarterly/Annual basis and within SLA;

The ideal candidate should possess the following skills and competencies:

• Degree  in Human Resources Management / Management / Administration or any business discipline from a recognized university;
• Post-Graduate qualifications in Human Resources Management
• 7 years broad experience in Human Resources including  experience in organization design;
• Experience in stakeholder management
• Ability to manipulate data to generate reports weekly, monthly, quarterly & annually;
• Good communication, interpersonal and time management skills;
• Proactive, confident, energetic and ability to work under pressure;
• A team player with a pleasant outgoing personality with empathy and resilience.

If you meet the requirements and are self driven, proactive, highly innovative and up to the challenge, please send your resume and application letter quoting the job reference number to the address below. 

 

All applications must be delivered on or before Wednesday, 10th October 2012.

The Senior Manager – Talent Acquisition,
Safaricom Limited.
Via email to: hr@safaricom.co.ke  

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Lattice Financial Modeling Training Job in Kenya

Financial Modeling Training

Have you completed your CFA level 2?

Do you have at least three years’ work experience?

Are you a quick learner, and a natural teacher with a good sense of humor?

Are you looking for a job that will allow you great work-life balance while giving good financial reward?

If you can answer “Yes!” to the questions above, then we are looking for you!

Lattice Training is looking for a self-motivated and dynamic person who has analytical and excellent communication skills to conduct Financial Modeling Trainings targeting mid-level to high-level professionals in the financial field. 

 

The trainings will be carried out in the greater East African region.

Applications for the position should include a cover letter and a detailed CV with three references.

All applications should be addressed to: ‘The Director, Lattice Consulting Ltd’ and sent to admin@lattice-consulting.com

Deadline to receive applications is 15th October 2012

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Janta Free-Lance Account Executives Jobs in Kenya

Free-Lance Account Executives for Janta Kenya

Janta Career Development is an agency focused on building the careers of young Kenyans.

We are looking for energetic, young sales people with a passion for people and growth.

About the Job:

We have immediate job openings for sales people. Candidate should have a successful sales history, enjoy working with people, be goal-oriented and possess an entrepreneurial spirit.

Position is commission-based with unlimited earning potential and possible retainer.

Write to us and tell us why you are the right person for the job.

To apply for this position send your cover letter and CV to jobs@jantakenya.com with ‘Janta Sales Executive’ on the subject line by 10th October, 2012.

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