ILRI CCAFS Programme Assistant Job in Kenya

ILRI Vacancy: 

Programme Assistant – CCAFS

Vacancy Number: PA/CCAFS/06/13

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Duration: 2 years with the possibility of renewal

The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) works to enhance the roles livestock play in pathways out of poverty in developing countries.

ILRI has two main campuses in East Africa and other hubs in East, West and southern Africa and South, Southeast and East Asia.

CGIAR is a global agricultural research partnership for a food-secure future. Its science is carried out by 15 research centres that are members of the CGIAR Consortium in collaboration with hundreds of partner organizations.

Overall purpose of the job

The CGIAR Research Program on Climate Change, Agriculture and Food Security (CCAFS) is a 10-year research initiative of the CGIAR and Future Earth.

CCAFS seeks to overcome the threats to agriculture and food security in a changing climate, exploring new ways of helping vulnerable rural communities adjust to global changes in climate.

Under the supervision of the Program Management Officer (PMO), this position exists to provide administrative, program management and logistical support to CCAFS, hosted at ILRI.

Key responsibilities

• Overall responsible for providing logistical support for the Theme 4.2 team and administrative backstopping to the Programme Management Officer;
• Organizing internal and external meetings, conferences, workshops, trainings, office events, farewells and cocktails as required ;
• Making pre-travel arrangements, requesting for flight bookings, preparing and getting approval of TAs;
• Liaising with transport department to obtain vehicles and drivers for field work;
• Support in post travel activities – preparation of TERs for team and getting approval from budget holders;
• Organizing local transport for external meetings, visa appointments etc. in liaison with the transport department;
• Support in establishing and keeping up to date a resource mobilization list of key contacts & a partner key contacts data base and email list;
• Assist in reviewing of specific CCAFS transaction listings;
• Assist in drafting consultancy and contract requests;
• Assist in filing and maintaining a filing system and data base for program documentation, including concept notes and proposals, project agreements, contracts, invoices, financial and technical reports, among others;
• Assist in maintaining the Theme 4.2 literature database in Endnote (and potentially migrating this to Mendeley);
• Reporting and following up on office and furniture issues;
• Support PMO in office management and procurement as required;
• Participate in weekly team meetings and contribute to agenda, minutes and action points;
• Help to ensure smooth team communications within administrative team and with CCAFS science officers and theme/regional leaders;
• Responding to routine correspondence, handling e-mail and telephone communication, requests & enquiries;
• Supervise the office assistant.

 Requirements

• First Degree in a relevant field. Possession of basic accounting skills is an added advantage;
• 3 years’ experience working in an administrative support role with progressive responsibility; Experience working in a research institution is an added advantage;
• Considerable experience with all MS Office packages;
• Experience in updating databases for monitoring purposes; 
• General office administration skills;
• Good communications skills;
• Experience working in a multicultural environment;
• A strong team player.

Job level and salary

This position is job level 2C with an attractive salary and benefits package. 

Applications

Applicants should send a cover letter and CV combined as one document explaining their interest in the position, what they can bring to the job and the names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience.

Applications should be submitted online to the Human Resources Director at our recruitment portal: http://ilri.simplicant.com/job/board on or before 3 July 2013.

 Please apply for only one of the Programme Assistant position at CCAFS that you qualify for. 

The position title and reference number “Programme Assistant-CCAFS: “PA/CCAFS/06/13” should be clearly marked on the online applications. 

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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ILRI CCAFS East Africa Programme Assistant Job in Kenya

ILRI Vacancy: 

Programme Assistant – CCAFS, East Africa 

Vacancy Number: PA-EA/CCAFS/06/13

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Duration: 2 years with the possibility of renewal

The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) works to enhance the roles livestock play in pathways out of poverty in developing countries. 

ILRI has two main campuses in East Africa and other hubs in East, West and southern Africa and South, Southeast and East Asia.

CGIAR is a global agricultural research partnership for a food-secure future. Its science is carried out by 15 research centres that are members of the CGIAR Consortium in collaboration with hundreds of partner organizations.

Overall purpose of the job

The CGIAR Research Program on Climate Change, Agriculture and Food Security (CCAFS) is a 10-year research initiative of the CGIAR and Future Earth. 

CCAFS seeks to overcome the threats to agriculture and food security in a changing climate, exploring new ways of helping vulnerable rural communities adjust to global changes in climate.

Under the supervision of the Program Management Officer (PMO), this position exists to provide administrative, program management and logistical support to CCAFS East Africa programme, hosted at ILRI.

Key responsibilities

• Support program documentation – maintain a filing system and data bases for project concept notes and proposals, consultancy and institutional contracts, invoices and payment requests among others.
• Assist the PMO in reviewing CCAFS East Africa expenditure listings and following up with finance on disbursement of funds to partners.
• Organize conferences, workshops, science write shops, internal and external meetings, program annual retreat and quarterly meetings, and other events as required.
• Assist in preparing and managing consultancy contracts.
• Support the Communications Officer in maintaining program calendar on CCAFS Intranet and compiling input for CCAFS monthly internal knowledge sharing.
• Provide administrative support to the program team – preparing of TAs and TERs, visa appointments, flight bookings, and maintaining the calendar and travel schedule of the Regional Program Leader.
• Update and maintain a database of key CCAFS East Africa partners, including their mailing, telephone and email addresses.
• Assist in managing procurement, vehicle bookings with transport department, and liaise with other ILRI service units.
• Respond to routine correspondence, handling e-mail and telephone communication, requests and enquiries.
• Supervise office assistant and other temporary administrative staff.

Requirements

• First Degree in a relevant field. Possession of basic accounting skills is an added advantage.
• 3 years’ experience working in an administrative support role with progressive responsibility. Experience working in a research institution an added advantage.
• Considerable experience with all MS Office packages
• Experience in updating databases for monitoring purposes. 
• General office administration skills
• Good communications skills
• Experience working  in a multicultural environment
• A strong team player

Terms of appointment

This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) position based at ILRI’s Nairobi campus and is open to Kenyan nationals only.  

The position is on a 2-year contract renewable subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funding.

Job level and salary

This position is job level 2C with an attractive salary and benefits package. 

Applications

Applicants should send a cover letter and CV combined as one document explaining their interest in the position, what they can bring to the job and the names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience.

Applications should be submitted online to the Human Resources Director at our recruitment portal: http://ilri.simplicant.com/job/board on or before 3 July 2013.

Please apply for only one of the Programme Assistant position at CCAFS that you qualify for. 

The position title and reference number “Programme Assistant-CCAFS-EA: “PA-EA/CCAFS/06/13” should be clearly marked on the online applications. 

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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PEI Consultancy Job to Conduct a Terminal Evaluation of the Poverty Environment Initiative (PEI) Project in Kenya

International Individual Consultant

Consultancy to Conduct a Terminal Evaluation of the Poverty Environment Initiative (PEI) Project

1. Background

The Poverty and Environment Initiative-Kenya (PEI) has been implemented in two phases; phase 1 (2005 – 2008) and phase II (2009 – 2013) with midterm review of the project that was carried out in 2008. 

The mid-term evaluation ended with the revise of the project outputs to make them more realistic and compatible with the Government’s needs. 

The project is implemented by UNDP and executed by the Ministry of State for Planning, National Development and Vision 2030 (MSPND&V2030). 

The Poverty and Environment Initiative (PEI) is a global programme whose overall objective is to systematically integrate environment into national development processes in order to bring about pro-poor economic growth, poverty reduction and environmental sustainability.

The PEI aims at doing this by working with host governments in influencing policy, planning and budgeting mechanisms and ensuring that the contribution of environment to human well-being and achievement of the MDGs becomes the core business of governments. 

The PEI-Kenya project responded to the identified need by Government on the importance of the pro-poor environmentally sustainable natural resources use in achieving its economic growth and poverty reduction goals

2. Objective

The terminal evaluation exercise will be carried out to provide a comprehensive and systematic account of the performance of the PEI project by assessing the project design, activities, the process of implementation, and the impact of the various components of the project vis-à-vis project objectives. 

The purpose of the evaluation is to make an informed statement on the overall performance of the project and guidance on how to improve the implementation process and delivery in similar programmes. 

The evaluation will include extensive consultation with various stakeholders

3. Application Process

Interested and qualified international candidates should submit their applications which should include the following:

• UNDP Personal History Form (P11)
• Detailed Curriculum Vitae
• Proposal for implementing the assignment

Please quote “PEI Terminal Evaluation” on the subject line.

Applications should be emailed to consultants.ken@undp.org to reach us not later than Wednesday, 3 July at 4.00 P.M Kenya Time.

Please see the Terms of Reference, the P11 form, the Individual Contract Proposal form and the Terms and Conditions of Individual Contracts by visiting the UNDP Kenya Website: - 

http://www.ke.undp.org/content/kenya/en/home/operations/procurement or the UNDP HQ Website:
http://procurement-notices.undp.org

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Transition Authority Consultancy Job to Develop a Strategic Plan for the Transition Authority in Kenya

National Individual Consultant

Consultancy to Develop a Strategic Plan for the Transition Authority

1. Background

The Transition Authority (TA) is a statutory body with a constitutional mandate of facilitating and coordinating the transition to the devolved system of government in Kenya pursuant to the provisions of the Transition to Devolved Government Act 2012, and section 15 of the Sixth Schedule to the Constitution of Kenya, 2012. 

Its mandate is to “facilitate the realization of a devolved system of government through effective and efficient coordination of the transition process.”

The Authority’s mandate will be implemented in two phases: phase one -July 2012 – 4th of March 2013 and phase two 5th March 2013 -2016. 

The phase one of the Authority has been guided by a TA roadmap for the period July 2012 to June 2013. 

The TA is expected to prepare a three year strategic plan 2013-2016 which sets the long term direction for the implementation of its mandate in phase 2.

2. Objective

The overall objective of this consultancy is to develop a three year Strategic Plan to ensure that The Transition Authority fulfills its mandate.

3. Application Process

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications which should include the following:

• UNDP Personal History Form (P11)
• Detailed Curriculum Vitae
• Proposal for implementing the assignment

Please quote “Strategic Plan – Transition Authority” on the subject line.

Applications should be emailed to consultants.ken@undp.org to reach us not later than Thursday, 27 June 2013 at 4.00 P.M Kenya Time.

Please see the Terms of Reference, the P11 form, the Individual Contract Proposal form and the Terms and Conditions of Individual Contracts by visiting the UNDP Kenya Website: -
http://www.ke.undp.org/content/kenya/en/home/operations/procurement

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Wanandege Housing Sacco Manager, and Accountants Jobs in Kenya

Wanandege Housing Cooperative Society Ltd is a fast growing Housing cooperative society ltd. 

The society draws its membership from the employees of Kenya Airways, and other affiliated companies. 

Wanandege Housing has exciting career opportunities in which we are seeking high caliber individuals to fill the positions below:-

Manager.

He/she will be responsible for overall leadership and management of the Housing co-op Society operations.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor of Commerce degree or its equivalent from a recognized university.
• Experience in a comparable position with similar responsibilities in a Housing or in like organizations for a minimum period of five (5) years.
• Have demonstrated high leadership and management capability.
• Computer literate
• Good communication & interpersonal skills
• Valid certificate of good conduct
• Understand SOCIETY policies and procedures.

Accountant

Minimum Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor of Commerce degree or its equivalent from a recognized university.
• CPA K or equivalent.
• Have satisfactorily served in a comparable position with similar responsibilities in the Society or in the grade of Accounts Assistant in the Society or like organizations for a minimum of three (3) years.
• High understanding of accounting matters.
• Computer literate
• Good communication & interpersonal skills
• Valid certificate of good conduct

Assistant Accountant

Minimum Qualifications Required:

• KCSE C+.
• CPA II or its equivalent.
• High understanding of accounting matters.
• Computer literate
• Good communication & interpersonal skills
• Valid certificate of good conduct.

Applicants who meet the above requirements are requested to send their applications, CV’s & relevant copies of certificates not later than 3rd July 2013 through Post office box addressed to:-

Chairman Wanandege Housing Co-Op Society Ltd,
P.O BOX 19074 – 00501,
Nairobi.

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Kericho County Chief Officers, Sub-County Administrators, and Ward Administrators Jobs in Kenya

Kericho County Public Service Board

The Kericho County Public Service Board wishes to recruit competent, self-driven, dynamic, innovative and qualified persons to fill the following positions pursuant to Article 176 of the Constitution of Kenya and County Government Act No.17 of 2012

Chief Officers 

(10 Posts )

Departmental Areas:

• Finance and Economic Planning
• Agriculture, Livestock Development and Fisheries
• Water, Energy, Forestry, Environment and Natural Resources
• Health Services
•  Education, Youth Affairs, Culture and Social Services
• Lands, Housing and Physical Planning
• Public Works, Roads and Transport
• Public Service Management
• Trade, Industrialization, Cooperative Development ,Tourism and Wildlife
• Information, Communication and E-government

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Chief Officer shall be the authorized Officer in respect of exercise of delegated power and shall be responsible to the respective County Executive Committee member for:

• The administration of a county department as provided under Section 45 of the County Government Act.
• Oversee management of Finances, preparation and submission of the Budget estimates, Annual plans and Programs
• Formulation and implementation of policies and plans
• Development and implementation of strategic sector development plans, performance contracting and appraisal.
• Formulation and Implementation of County programs to conform with Vision 2030 goals.
• Promotion of national values and principles of governance as outlined in Article 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya.

Requirements for appointment;

For appointment, the applicant must:

• Be a Kenyan citizen
• Hold a relevant first degree from a University recognized in Kenya ( A masters degree will be an added advantage)
• Have knowledge, experience and distinguished career of not less than 10 years in specific field.
• Proven ability in leadership and Management.
• Capable of working under pressure to meet strict deadlines to enable the County Government achieve her Vision.
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
• Thorough understanding of the County.

Terms of Service: Contract

Remuneration:

Salary Scale: KShs. 120,270-180,660 p.m.
House Allowance KShs. 56,000 p.m.
Commuter Allowance KShs. 20,000 p.m.

Sub-County Administrators: 

Six (6 Posts)

Sub-counties:

• Kipkelion East iii) Ainamoi v) Belgut
• Kipkelion West iv) Soin/ Sigowet vi) Bureti

Duties and Responsibilities for Sub-County Administrators

The Sub-County Administrators shall be responsible to the relevant Chief Officer for coordination, management and supervision of general administrative functions in the Sub-County.

Specific duties and responsibilities will be to:

• Develop policies and plans
• Ensure effective service delivery
• Coordinate developmental activities to empower the community
• Provide and maintain infrastructure and facilities of public services and the county public service
• Facilitate and coordinate citizen participation in development of policies, plans and delivery of service ;and
• Exercise any functions and powers delegated by County Public Service Board.

Requirements for appointment.

The applicant must:

• Be a Kenyan citizen;
• Hold a Bachelors degree from a university recognized in Kenya;
• Have at least ten years working experience in Public service or private sector;
• Possess knowledge in administration and management;
• Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution on leadership and integrity;
• Have a good understanding of the county vision and development agenda.

N/B: Proven ability in leadership and management will be an added advantage.

Terms of service: Contract

Remuneration:

Salary scale KShs. 89,748-120,270 p.m.
House Allowance KShs. 20,000 p.m.
Commuter Allowance KShs. 14,000 p.m.

Ward Administrators 

(30 Posts)

Duties and Responsibilities of Ward Administrators

The Ward Administrator shall be responsible to relevant Sub-County Administrator to coordinate, manage and supervise the general administrative functions in the ward.

Specific duties and responsibilities will be to:

• Develop policies and plans
• Ensure effective service delivery
• Coordinate development activities to empower the community
• Provide and maintain infrastructure and facilities of public services and the county public service
• Facilitate and coordinate citizen participation in the development of policies, plans and delivery of service; and
• Exercise any functions and powers delegated by the County Public Service Board.

Requirements for appointment;

For appointment an applicant must:

• Be a Kenyan Citizen;
• Hold a Bachelors degree from a university recognized in Kenya;
• Have at least five years working experience in the Public Service or Private Sector;
• Possess knowledge in administration and management; and
• Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution on leadership and integrity.

Terms of service: Contract

Remuneration:

Salary scale KShs. 48,190-65,290 p.m.
House Allowance KShs. 17,000 p.m.
Commuter Allowance KShs. 8,000 p.m.

How to apply:

Applicants should:

• Attach clearance certificates from:-
• Kenya Revenue Authority
• Ethics and Anti Corruption Commission
• CID (Certificate of Good Conduct)
• Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
• Kericho County residents should indicate their respective Constituency and Ward.
• Submit their applications attaching copies of National Identity Card / Passport, Curriculum Vitae, Testimonials, Academic and Professional Certificates clearly stating position applied for on top of the envelope and addressed to:

The Secretary,
County Public Service Board
P. O. Box 1376-20200
Kericho

Important:

• All applications to reach the Secretary, County Public Service Board on or before 3rd July, 2013.
• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

NB: Kericho County is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with disability and marginalized groups are encouraged to apply.

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Academic Writing Jobs in Nairobi, Kenya

Academic Writing

I am looking for academic writers, knowledgeable in numerous subjects, who can be able to write academic papers that are not only acceptable but are way above average. 

The writer must be knowledgeable in citation styles such as MLA, APA and Chicago Turabian as well as fluent in written English.

The requirements are :

• A working email address and phone number
• Available always since it is a full time job.
• Must be a graduate (certificate required)
• Two copies of written work (cited differently and not too long)
• Curriculum Vitae.

If you are qualified (please make sure you satisfy all the above requirements), contact me through kimlotte423@gmail.com and +254700847535 (Do not sms or flash, I'll not reply). 

Prior to other details that need to be discussed, ensure that you have sent me two copies of your prior works on any subject and your curriculum vitae along with your graduate certificate.

I have worked before with other writers whom we have had a good working relationship. 

I would like you to come and experience that too which includes a good pay per page (starting from KES 200 onwards) and working hours. 

There is also a continuous flow of orders. I am hoping to fill two spots which are only available for now.

Come and work with me.

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CAP Entrepreneurship/ ICT Trainer Job in Kenya

Entrepreneurship/ ICT Trainer

CAP Youth Empowerment Institute Kenya, is supported by MasterCard Foundation, was established to provide Basic Employability Skills Training (BEST) for disadvantaged youth in the society with particular focus on women to get equitable, qualitative learning and access to promising labour market oriented opportunities, savings and credit that support their pathways to safe and positive futures.

The key purpose of the organization is to assist 10,000 disadvantaged youth to make informed choices, develop labour-market oriented employability skills and access job placements, savings and enterprise development support.

About the position

The incumbent will be posted in one of the CAP Centers currently operational as an Entrepreneurship/IT Trainer. He/she must have basic ICT Skills. The right candidate must be self-driven and must work with minimal Supervision.

Duties and Responsibilities

• We are looking for people who have pride, passion and energy, but mostly love TEACHING.
• Take responsibility for the quality of teaching delivered.
• Guidance and skills development to ensure that standards are maintained and improved.
• To act as a personal tutor to CAP students.
• Developing, customizing and Delivering Entrepreneurship curriculum.
• Assist students get internships and placements.
• Link the youth with potential employers.
• Adequately equipping the students with Entrepreneurial skills.
• Assist in the design and preparation of materials, resources and information to be used in respect of program delivery.
• Carry out monitoring, guidance, support and mentoring of the learners and take action as required.

Skills

• Ability to meet deadlines and handle diverse tasks simultaneously using prioritization.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, and motivational skills.
• Excellent Presentation skills.
• Dynamism, creativity and flexibility.
• Networking skills a must.
• Must be flexible.

Requirements

• One (1) year working experience.
• Aged 26 - 33 years.
• Must have Entrepreneurship background.
• Must have ICT Skills.
• Must be mature and with the right attitude.
• Must have passion of working with young people.
• Past experience working with NGO will be an added advantage.
• Demonstrated Experience in transferring Entrepreneurship knowledge.
• Degree in Entrepreneurship/Business or related field.

How to apply

To express interest in this opportunity, send your CV to hrcapyei@gmail.com by 30th June 2013.  

Cover letter should be pasted on the body of the email and not as an attachment. 

Applicants are
Required to quote their current and expected salary. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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Motor Vehicle / Motor Cycle Corporate Sales Officer Job in Kenya (KShs 80K - 90K)

Motor Vehicle/ Motor Cycle Corporate Sales Officer 

Salary: 80,000K - 90,000K

Our client is a leading manufacturer in the motor vehicle industry. They are looking for a Motor Vehicle/ Motor Cycle Corporate Sales Officer to work in their organization that assembles and sells automobiles.

The main focus of this position is to perform skilled repair and maintenance on automobiles, service auto equipment, inspect and diagnose, the role will maintain high levels of diligence, strictly adhering to and enforcing given instructions and safety requirements.

The job holder will have a keen eye for quality work, and be able to ensure that sales and production targets are met. 

The Motor Vehicle/ Motor Cycle Mechanic will report to the Assistant Service Manager.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Prospect for corporate clients
• Gathering market intelligence
• Attend cocktail parties and prospect for new clients
• Identify, research and develop new clients in the market to potential clients for contracts
• Write proposals to prospective corporate clients
• Follow up and resolve any Corporate Sales client complaints with operational departments
• Follow up and resolve any Corporate Sales client complaints with operational departments
• Work with the Sales Coordinator to process all contracts in a timely manner, maintain client files to Sales standards
• Advise the Director of Sales of all work in progress

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of a degree in sales & marketing and overall knowledge of Motorcycle business
• At least 3 years experience in corporate sales
• Proven track record of meeting and exceeding  performance goals
• Understanding of market and competition with the ability to identify external threats and opportunities
• Must have valid driver's license
• Experience in proposal writing
• Exceptional customer service
• Be computer literate
• Knowledge of motorcycles and motor vehicles an added advantage
• Good communication skills
• Positive attitude
• Reliable, honest and be a person of high integrity
• Should have good supervisory and organizational skills
• Able to train

If you meet the above requirements send your CV only, to vacancies@corporatestaffing.co.ke , indicating the title (Motor Vehicle/ Motor Cycle Corporate Sales Officer 80-90k) on the subject line.

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Retail Sales Executive Career in Kenya (KShs 20K - 25K)

Position: Retail Sales Executive
 

Department: Retail Sales
 

Reports To: Branch Manager
 

Salary: Gross KShs.20, 000- 25,000
 

Our client; our client is a leading dealer and reseller off high end IT products and service provider. They have branches in Westlands, Yaya, Parklands, Coast, Thika and Kisumu and are aiming to grow their sales force, thus the recruitment.

Key Requirements

• A diploma in Sales & Marketing or related field...
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a related position and industry
• Certificate in I..T would be of an added advantage
• Good computer skills, proficient with Microsoft office applications...
• Age preference; Bellow 30years

Role Objectives / Summary

• Selling company products to customers and introducing new products to prospective buyers.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Determine the needs of the customer and show them the range of products available
• Introduce new products to prospective buyers
• Inform the branch manager of frequent enquiries for products not available in the shop
• Keeping the shop and displays clean and tidy at all times
• Ensure all items in the shop are clearly and correctly labeled
• Receive deliveries, unpack and re-shelve stocks
• Assist with regular stock checks and periodic stock takes
• Respond to general customer enquiries received by phone or in person
• Ensure any issues concerning customer care are reported to the Retail Manager
• Establish and maintain healthy relationships with current and potential clients
• Inform on new products and services as well as opportunities in the market
• Any other duties as assigned by the management

Work conditions
 

The holder may be required to work extra hours to meet targets.
 

Standing for extended periods of time.
 

Physically able to participate in training sessions, presentations, and meetings.
 

Only candidates fulfilling the requirements of the positions should email

• Their detailed CVs only,
• Indicating your availability and
• Expected remuneration

If you fail to meet these requirements and follow the instructions you will not be considered!
 

To ‘therecruiter@dafinaconsultants.com’
 

Indicate “I.T. RETAIL SALES” on the subject line.
 

Deadline for application is 24th June, 2013

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Marketing Assistant Career Opportunity in Arusha, Tanzania

Marketing Assistant - Arusha, Tanzania

Our client is a membership society that raises funds to support regional outreach programmes that is geared towards communities that do not have access to healthcare.

They are looking for an enthusiastic, driven, self-motivated individual to fill the position of a Marketing Assistant in their Arusha, Tanzania operations.

Job Purpose
 

Contribute to the organization’s fundraising objective through efficient processing of membership forms and the sale of retail items.

Key Responsibilities

• Serving walk in clients by processing memberships (new and renewal) as per laid down procedure.
• Processing the membership applications received from the sales team as well as those received by post, accurately and in a timely manner.
• Stock and sell shop items at the agreed prices and maintain proper records of sales, stock levels, etc. as required by the Retail Executive and the Finance & Administration department.
• Issue the appropriate receipts for all donations received at the shop and submit them as per procedure.
• Print and dispatch renewal notices once a month, following up to secure renewals and referring the more resistant ones to the Marketing Executive/Marketing Officer for follow-up.
• Record all complaints, complements and requests made by members or potential members and forward these to the Marketing Executive/Marketing Officer for action.
• Ensure adequate supply of the organization’s materials/information at membership contact points such as the Shop and other outlets.
• Prepare and submit periodic reports such as monthly shop sales reports, membership status reports, etc as required by your supervisor.

Requirements

• Diploma in Sales and Marketing
• ‘O’ Level or equivalent.
• At least 2 years experience in sales as well as NGO exposure.
• Demonstrated customer service experience.
• Must be of Tanzanian nationality.
• Excellent selling, presentation and communication skills.
• Self-drive, strong and outgoing personality. Customer service skills
• Good relationship building and negotiation skills
• Self-drive, ability to take initiative and innovative

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 Tuesday 2nd July 2013 to:
 

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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Regional Sales Manager Career Opportunity in Kenya

Regional Sales Manager 

Summary
 

Our client is a global multinational Food & Beverage company, worldwide leader in most of its category portfolio.  

With global or local specific brands and products, the core focus is to meet the diverse needs and preferences of consumers all over the world. 

The main purpose of this role is to lead the Regional Sales Operations network i.e. direct/indirect and the Field Sales team to deliver agreed objectives within the assigned Region.

This position reports to the National Sales Manager

Responsibilities

• Ensure achievement of agreed targets/KPIs by updating and measuring the performance of Field Sales organization structure within the region against defined KPI’s
• Implement, follow up and update the Regional Field Sales Plan based on the cycle plan
• Provide quality feedback/input into the Integrated Commercial Planning process for the next planning period
• Actively participate within Integrated Commercial Planning Process, support definition of Field Sales Strategy to implement Channel Category and Customer Plans
• Ensure adherence to all company principles and policies including local trade policy, local trade terms, safety and local regulations
• Collaborate with peers Regional Sales Managers to share best practices within Field Sales, Distributor Management etc, liaise with Marketing, Customer team and Supply Chain drive regional field sales related initiatives
• Ensure development of careers, succession plans, development of direct reports

Requirements

• Degree in a Sales or marketing related field
• Higher National Diploma in Sales and marketing
• More than 5 years in Marketing or Sales, and over this period has successfully delivered on KPIs, especially top and bottom line business results
• Leads regional field sale function
• Understands all sales functions i.e. customer, field sales
• Has demonstrated success in a number of diverse sales roles
• Demonstrated ability to motivate and develop people

How to apply:
 

Send your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with our client; a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees by close of business Monday 24th June 2013

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

Only short listed candidates will be contacted. 

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

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Regional Sales Manager Career Opportunity in Kenya

Regional Sales Manager 

Summary
 

Our client is a global multinational Food & Beverage company, worldwide leader in most of its category portfolio.  

With global or local specific brands and products, the core focus is to meet the diverse needs and preferences of consumers all over the world. 

The main purpose of this role is to lead the Regional Sales Operations network i.e. direct/indirect and the Field Sales team to deliver agreed objectives within the assigned Region.

This position reports to the National Sales Manager

Responsibilities

• Ensure achievement of agreed targets/KPIs by updating and measuring the performance of Field Sales organization structure within the region against defined KPI’s
• Implement, follow up and update the Regional Field Sales Plan based on the cycle plan
• Provide quality feedback/input into the Integrated Commercial Planning process for the next planning period
• Actively participate within Integrated Commercial Planning Process, support definition of Field Sales Strategy to implement Channel Category and Customer Plans
• Ensure adherence to all company principles and policies including local trade policy, local trade terms, safety and local regulations
• Collaborate with peers Regional Sales Managers to share best practices within Field Sales, Distributor Management etc, liaise with Marketing, Customer team and Supply Chain drive regional field sales related initiatives
• Ensure development of careers, succession plans, development of direct reports

Requirements

• Degree in a Sales or marketing related field
• Higher National Diploma in Sales and marketing
• More than 5 years in Marketing or Sales, and over this period has successfully delivered on KPIs, especially top and bottom line business results
• Leads regional field sale function
• Understands all sales functions i.e. customer, field sales
• Has demonstrated success in a number of diverse sales roles
• Demonstrated ability to motivate and develop people

How to apply:
 

Send your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with our client; a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees by close of business Monday 24th June 2013

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

Only short listed candidates will be contacted. 

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

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Operational Buyer Career Opportunity in Kenya

Operational Buyer

Summary
 

Our client is a global multinational Food & Beverage company, worldwide leader in most of its category portfolio.  

With global or local specific brands and products, the core focus is to meet the diverse needs and preferences of consumers all over the world. 

The main purpose of this job is to manage all administration involved with the procurement of Services & Indirect materials, to liaise with the relevant strategic buyers at the regional Head Office for contracting, pricing or RFQ.
 

This position reports to the Supply Chain Manager.

Responsibilities

• Converting the purchase requisitions into purchase orders;
• Ensuring the quality of data (Procurement and accounting) in the Purchase Order;
• Ensuring compliance with the Procurement rules and procedures;
• Applying the strategic policies established by the Strategic Buyer;
• Transmitting purchase orders to external vendors;
• Monitoring timely confirmation of purchase orders (when required);
• Monitoring transport issues linked to a material order;
• Monitoring timely receipt of blocked invoices and managing subsequent release;
• Monitoring the balance to deliver and the comparison of the GR (Good Receipt) / IR (Invoice Receipt);
• Manage communication with vendors;
• Resolution of operational issues with external vendors;
• Maintain a close working collaboration with Strategic Buyers;
• Inform the Strategic Buyer when a contract with that vendor is not in place;

Requirements

• BA from a reputable university, preferably with technical background;
• At least three (3) years experience as a buyer;
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Good communication, negotiation persuasion skills;
• Good achievements focus i.e. high energy levels and commitment to end results;
• Good team player and ability to work under pressure;
• Well-developed computer skills;

How to apply:
 

Send your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with our client; a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees by close of business Monday 24th June 2013

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

Only short listed candidates will be contacted. 

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

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Food & Beverage Key Accounts Executive Career Opportunity in Kenya

Key Accounts Executive

Summary
 

Our client is a global multinational Food & Beverage company, worldwide leader in most of its category portfolio.  

With global or local specific brands and products, the core focus is to meet the diverse needs and preferences of consumers all over the world. 

The purpose of this role is to implement the Sales and Distribution strategies within responsible customers (accounts); to manage the merchandising team to reach its objectives; to reach a 100% regional volume, distribution and trade marketing objectives and to plan proactive activities to promote the potential in the shops. 

To provide necessary environment for a good teamwork and to develop a committed merchandising team via training, management and working together.

The position reports to the Key Accounts Manager.

Responsibilities

• Inform merchandising team on agreed activities and outlets; implement the activities accordingly
• Effective field management within organization’s standards (with outlet managers)
• Plan and implement proactive activities to maximize the potential of the outlets
• Effective usage of POP materials
• Management of Merchandising team: develop team spirit, apply on the job training, continuous follow-up and performance evaluation, direct and coach
• Control the administrative operations of merchandisers under his/ her responsibility (expenses, recruitment and exit, etc.)
• Apply shelf standards as determined by organization and Request sampling to increase efficiency
• Prepare Merchandiser route plans and continuous follow-up
• Control stock level for each outlet; ensure product availability

Requirements

• University Degree in related studies, Business Administration, Social Sciences etc
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in sales
• Proactive and self-driven
• Experience managing merchandising team

How to apply:
 

Send your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with our client; a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees by close of business Monday 24th June 2013

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

Only short listed candidates will be contacted. 

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

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Senior Accountant, Inventory & Finance Analyst Career Opportunity in Kenya

Senior Accountant, Inventory & Finance Analyst

Job Summary
 

Our client is a leading multinational research-based pharmaceutical company devoted to discovering and developing new and innovative medicines, vaccines and health care products.

The successful candidate’s principal purpose will be the review and analysis of inventory accruals, inventory provisions and cost of production. 

The role holder will cost all locally manufactured products and serve as a Business Partner for the Global Manufacturing and Supply Department (GMS).

This is a 6 month assignment though there may however be an opportunity to extend the length of the contract

Key Responsibilities

• Reconcile all inventory control accounts (Goods In Transit, Finished Goods, Clearing accounts, Inventory Accruals)
• Maintain  provisions for all expired , slow-moving and obsolete stocks
• Maintain proper inventory deferrals for variances, Exchange Gains and Losses (EGOL) and Purchase Price Variance (PPV)
• Work out standard costs for all locally manufactured items.
• Analyze and review manufacturing variances and recoveries
• Compile and Circulate monthly GMS overheads and discuss major variances to plan with functional owners
• Prepare budgeting templates and provide budgeting support to GMS
• Review Unison actual numbers for GMS
• Submit the GMS Dashboard monthly and plan data
• Present GMS Financials to Senior Leadership Team in absence of GMS Financial Controller

Qualifications

• A business related degree and CPA (K) or ACCA qualification
• At least two years experience in inventory and financial analysis. Candidates who have experience within a manufacturing unit will have an added advantage.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, thorough knowledge of IFRS especially in relation to inventories, understanding of the standard costing process and theory.
• Refined ability to work under minimum supervision.

How to apply:
 

Send your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with our client; a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees by close of business Monday 24th June, 2013.
 

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

Only short listed candidates will be contacted! 

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

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Horizon Contact Centers Service Delivery Managers Jobs in Kenya

Service Delivery Managers – Insurance and Telecommunications Sectors

Horizon Contact Centers is East and Central Africa’s first state-of-the-art and fully on demand international contact center and Business Process Outsourcing facility.  

We seek suitably experienced, self driven and motivated Service Delivery Managers to manage key accounts in the Telecommunication and Insurance sectors.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensures is knowledgeable on the contents of SOW/SOP/SLAs for the various accounts and clearly understands the deliverables for each account.
• Undertakes daily reviews of operational and quality management processes to identify gaps and areas of improvement.
• Carries out weekly reviews with the various Operations staff to ensure is fully aware of any challenges that are being encountered in meeting the SLAs and tracks performance of each Account.
• Designs and/or recommends appropriate process improvements for operations and quality management for each account.
• Oversees the implementation of these improvements and undertakes regular evaluation of these improvements to assess improvement in operational effectiveness and efficiency.
• Critically analyses each account’s performance to interpret and identify trends; identify areas of improvement and value add services.
• Prepares and presents consolidated monthly operational performance reports and recommends action plans for value add services to increase revenue streams.
• Works closely with the operations and quality team to proactively suggest areas of improvement, and areas of possible increase in revenue streams for each account.
• Prepares and presents quarterly strategic reports for each account for internal and client decision making purposes.
• Responsible for strategic communication with the clients on Service Delivery and Customer Satisfaction.
• Undertakes regular client VOC to calibrate client expectations viz-a-viz Service Delivery.

Knowledge:

• A Bachelor’s degree.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite and data analysis tools.
• General understanding of ICT

Experience and skills

• Minimum of 5 years of management experience in insurance and/or telecommunications industry managing large teams of not less than 50.
• Experience in leading initiatives and business strategies internally to improve day to day operations
• Captive or contact center experience advantageous.
• Proven experience in process improvement and quality management.
• Demonstrated experience in handling multiple clients and managing expectations of all stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Exceptional customer service skills are mandatory.
• Demonstrated ability to meet set performance targets, proven documented track record (advantage if within a call centre environment).
• Excellent coaching and feedback skills.
• Demonstrated cost awareness & business savvy.
• Experience in project management will have an added advantage.

Key competencies and attributes:

• Target and  Results driven
• Excellent leadership skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Decision-making skills
• Independent thinking
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Exceptional reporting and presentation skills
• Good conceptual reasoning
• Solution driven attitude
• Stress tolerant and resilient
• Self-motivated
• Initiative
• Ability to assimilate new information quickly
• Flexible and adaptable
• Team player
• Proven conflict management skills
• Reliable and committed
• Good negotiation skills

If you believe this is an exciting and challenging opportunity for you; log on to www.horizoncontactcenters.com/careers to apply. 

A highly competitive remuneration is offered for the position.  

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  

Closing date is Wednesday, 26th June 2013.

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Technical Sales Representative Career Opportunity in Kenya

Summary
 

Our client is one of the largest Steel Manufacturers and Hardware Materials Suppliers in the country, having been in the market for more than Forty One (41 years). 

They are looking to recruit a Technical Sales Representative to join their team.

Purpose of the job
 

The Technical Sales Representative shall be responsible for promoting and demonstrating the company's products, with the goal of closing sales while attaining a sales target.  

The product line ranges from steel and hardware products to plastics. 

This role shall develop long-term relationships with clients and serve as a key point of contact for them, managing and interpreting their requirements, and providing both pre- and after-sales support.

The position reports to the Commercial Director

Key Responsibilities

• searching for new clients who might benefit from company products or services and maximizing client potential in designated regions;
• Meeting customers for the purpose of product demonstrations and selling products
• Achieving sales targets and prospecting and cold calling to identify new business opportunities and responding to all customer phone calls and emails in a timely manner
• Completing, working, reviewing, and improving a Sales Plan that includes an action plan for increasing sales to active customers and prospective customers, maintaining a high level of in-field time, and continually improving product presentation skills and product knowledge.
• Generating competitor intelligence and assisting in preparation of comparisons with competitors products
• Providing feedback and input from own markets to help shape marketing strategy for all company’s products.
• negotiating contract terms and conditions to meet both client and company needs; calculating client quotations and administering client accounts;
• providing pre-sales technical assistance and product education, and after-sales support services and coordinating sales projects;
• supporting marketing activities by attending trade shows, conferences and other marketing events;
• Following up on all leads, as well as generating leads for the other sales reps.
• Timely completion of all periodic sales reports, quotations, calendar events, and opportunity management

Minimum Qualifications and experience

• Requires a degree in a technical discipline
• At least 5 years experience in technical Sales
• Professional selling skills and training
• Self directed, highly motivated, strategic thinker
• Strong computer skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to perform and manage the selling process of a technical selling cycle.

How to apply:
 

Send your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with our client and a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees by close of business Monday 24th June 2013
 

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

Only short listed candidates will be contacted. 

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

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