Agricultural Finance Corporation Driver Job in Kenya

The Agricultural Finance Corporation [AFC] is a State Corporation whose objective is to provide quality and sustainable customer focused financial services for the development of the agricultural sector in Kenya. 

In order to achieve this objective, the Corporation seeks to recruit qualified and experienced Drivers.
 

Job Title: Driver
 

Job Grade: G2
 

Job Purpose
 

Drive and maintain AFC vehicles to ensure safety of staff during transportation.
 

Representative Tasks

1. Drive the staff members on official duty and ensure their safety while on transit
2. Report any incidences such as accidents, breakdowns, theft e.t.c that may occur on the assigned vehicles to ensure that timely and appropriate action is taken
3. Maintain the vehicles’ running log records to ensure accurate and up to date vehicle running records
4. Clean and maintain the assigned vehicle[s] and ensure that insurance certificates are valid in order to prevent damage or loss of vehicle.

Specifications

• Minimum Ordinary Level certificate C-
• Valid driving license free from endorsements
• GOK Trade test II in Motor vehicle mechanics
• Drivers Occupational Test II
• Certificate of good conduct
• AA certificate of competency for drivers
• 3 years satisfactory experience gained after obtaining the driving license

Applications with detailed curriculum vitae including three referees with their current telephone contacts, copies of certificates and testimonials should be addressed to: -
 

The Managing Director
Agricultural Finance Corporation
Development House 7th Floor, Moi Avenue
P.O. Box 30367 – 00100 GPO
Nairobi
 

Closing date for applications is 6th August 2013 at 5.00 pm.
 

AFC is an equal opportunity Employer. 

Lack of inclusion of all details as sought for or any form of canvassing shall lead to automatic disqualification. 

Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted

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Regional Company Tax & Management Accountant and Country Accountant (Uganda) Job Vacancies

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the following positions in a leading regional company, whose core business is to manufacture and market a wide range of beverages in Kenya and the Eastern and Central African Region.
 

1. Tax and Management Accountant
 

Reporting to the Head of Finance, the holder of this position will be charged with the responsibility of
ensuring that the company is in full compliance with tax regulation and that the company’s costing and stock related policies are optimal and effective.

Key Responsibilities

• Extracting information from the accounting system and user departments for the computation and timely remittance of all tax and statutory payments;
• Handling of all tax related issues with KRA and external auditors;
• Maintaining a record of claims, refunds and settlement of taxes;
• Ensuring timely and accurate costing and pricing of products and services to and from the Company;
• Performing budget variance analysis on a monthly basis and reporting on variances that require management attention or subsequent flexing of the budget with particular emphasis on key result areas;
• Preparation of price adjustments list for approval by the management;
• Ensuring adherence to internal and external controls relating to tax and payroll payments;
• Reconciling all tax and ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and correctness of entries and maintaining a dividend tax account;
• Advising management on a continuous basis on relevant tax policies that need to be developed in line with changes in tax laws and regulations;
• Planning for quarterly and annual stock take, follow up variance reconciliation and maintain appropriate records;
• Ensuring correctness of inventory valuation in the accounting system.

Qualifications and Competence

• A Business related bachelors degree with specialization in Accounting or Finance;
• A professional qualification in Accounting preferably CPA or ACCA;
• A minimum of 5 years post graduation working experience of which 3 years should be in a senior managerial position preferably in a busy FMCG environment;
• Prior experience in a tax consultancy firm will be an added advantage;
• Hands on experience in use of ERP – knowledge of Sage is an added advantage;
• Conversant with all relevant tax laws and other statutory regulations;
• Conversant with IAS;
• Good communication skills with ability to meet deadlines and a team player;
• Person of high integrity with self-discipline, innovative and strategic thinker.

2. Country Accountant - Uganda
 

Reporting to the Head of the Function who is based at the Head Office in Nairobi, the holder of this position will be charged with the responsibility of ensuring that the company’s accounting transactions in Uganda are in full compliance with International Accounting Standards and are reported to the Head Office promptly.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensuring that all accounting transactions of the branch are captured correctly and fully recorded in the books;
• Ensuring daily banking is done and bank reconciliation done regularly;
• Maintain a detailed fixed asset register;
• Preparing a detailed audit schedule for yearly external audit;
• Ensure compliance with all tax and other statutory requirements (payments and returns) as per Uganda laws;
• Maintaining petty cashbook and administer petty cash float;
• Facilitating payments to suppliers;
• Carrying out system administration in pastel such as unit cost input, price input, stock take in the system;
• Assisting in logistics issues such as customs clearance and documentation;
• Carrying out regular stock take of the warehouse;
• Consolidating annual budget for KWAL Uganda Limited in liaison with Subsidiaries & Reporting Accountant and Country Manager;
• Maintaining and provide monthly management accounts and other relevant reports as may be required;
• Ensuring correct invoicing and receipting to customers.

Qualifications and Competence

• Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting, Finance) or Equivalent;
• CPA (K) or ACCA;
• Conversant with International Accounting Standards;
• Knowledge of computerized accounting systems preferably Pastell and Sage
• Four (4) years experience preferably in FMCG with knowledge of a financial enterprise resource tool;
• Knowledge of company law, Business law and Tax and customs laws of Uganda will be an added advantage;
• Person of high Integrity, honest, good communicator and self-discipline.

If you are the right candidate for the above roles and can clearly demonstrate your ability to meet the
qualifications given, submit your application letter, attached to a detailed CV with copies of academic and professional certificates to;
 

DN/A 1539
P.O.Box 49010-00100
Nairobi.
 

So as to reach us not later than Wednesday, August 7, 2013. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
 

We are an equal opportunity employer

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Luke’s Kenya Registered Community Health Nursing School Principal Tutor Job in Kenya

Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops
 

St. Luke’s Kenya Registered Community Health Nursing School
 

Career Opportunity

It is seeking an outstanding, dynamic and results oriented individuals to fill the following key positions
 

Principal Tutor
 

Reports directly to the Board of Management for Policy direction and the General Secretary- KCCB on issues of day to day management.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Head of management of the School and is responsible for the coordination and supervision of the day to day operations of the school.
• Facilitating integration of students’ nursing practice with their academic studies.
• Liaison with nursing sites for the purpose of providing support and advice to students and staff.
• Participation in the selection and examination of candidates and other teaching, administrative and research activities in relation to nursing/Community Health education.
• Develops and maintains systems to measure performance against established standards.
• Plans and manages School activities in accordance with agreed budgets and timescales.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree Masters Degree in any field of Nursing and not less than five (5) years experience in administration position. The office requires that he/she is a creative, mature person, diplomatic, courageous, tolerant, high integrity
• Superior oral and written communications skills in administrative, problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Computer skills and familiarity with standard software packages.
• Able to manage a Website

Personal Qualities

• Has good interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent written and oral communications skills in English
• A good knowledge of social teachings of the Church, and Ethical principles
• Group facilitation skills an added advantage

Applications should be addressed to:-
 

Secretary General
Kenya Episcopal Conference-Catholic Secretariat
P.O Box 13475-00800
Nairobi.
 

To reach him on or before 31st July 2013
 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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United Nations Development Assistance Framework Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist Job in Nairobi Kenya

United Nations

Office of the Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Kenya
 

National Individual Consultant
 

Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist
 

The UN Resident Coordinator wishes to recruit a National Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist (Individual Consultant) to assist with the formulation of the United Nations Development Assistance Framework (UNDAF), an UNDAF Results Matrix, UNDAF M&E Plan and an UNDAF Action Plan.
 

Background
 

The UN system in Kenya supports national development and humanitarian operations in the country through the activities of UN agencies represented on the ground. Kenya recently updated its national development strategy, called the Medium Term Plan II 2013 – 2017, which articulates the systematic implementation of Vision 2030. 

In line with the objectives of the MPT II, the UN is developing a new United Nations Development Assistance Framework 2014-2018 (UNDAF) for Kenya, which describes the collective actions and strategies of the UN to the achievement of national development. 

The UN is also in the process of adopting elements of “Delivering as One” in order to provide development assistance in a more coordinated manner, which ultimately aims to increase the UN system’s impact through more coherent programmes, reduced transaction costs to government and lower overhead costs for the UN system. 

The UNDAF and UNDAF Action Plan will reflect the programmatic and operational modalities of UN Delivering as One.
 

Objective
 

The UN Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Specialist will provide M&E technical support to the Resident Coordinator’s Office (RCO) for the development and roll out of the UNDAF premised on  DaO principles.

Application Process
 

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

1. UNDP Personal History Form (P11)
2. Detailed Curriculum Vitae
3. Proposal for implementing the assignment

Please quote “Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist - RCO” on the subject line.

Applications should be emailed to consultants.ken@undp.org to reach us not later than Wednesday, 31 July 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
 

UNDP Kenya reserves the right to accept or reject any application

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RTI International Regional IT Specialist Job in Kenya

RTI International is an independent organization dedicated to conducting innovative, multidisciplinary research that improves the human condition. 

With a worldwide staff of more than 4,000 people, RTI offers innovative research and development and a full spectrum of multidisciplinary services.

Universities in North Carolina founded RTI in 1958 as a centerpiece of the Research Triangle Park.

The Nairobi Regional Office (NRO) supports RTI International growth and success in the Africa region by providing functional expertise and solutions. 

We seek to recruit a qualified candidate for the Regional IT Specialist role.
 

This position will ensure that all Information Technology systems are functioning and maintained according to RTI policies and regulations, donor requirements and good business practice. In addition, he/she will provide technical support to all NRO staff as well as projects in the region. 

The Regional IT Specialist will provide support of PCs (Windows 7/ Microsoft Office 2010 ), Windows 2008 server installations, network infrastructure maintenance, research, field testing, training and deployment of innovative technology, specifically; custom developed Android applications (Tangerine\Papaya), its hardware and connectivity. 

He / She will also provide detailed feedback to development teams working remotely, with a demonstrated appreciation of the local context in which the projects operate. 

He /She will be responsible for the project office network administration, including back-up and day to day troubleshooting as well as maintain regular contact with field staff on IT related issues whilst having a good understanding of field IT challenges.

Qualifications

Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology with six ( 6) years’ of relevant work experience with Regional Support for IT in Africa and General IT market awareness in the region. 

Discreet in the judgment and management of confidential information, sophisticated IT equipment/materials, and sensitive data. 

Must hold; Cisco certification and Microsoft (MCITP), ITIL/Prince Certification and relevant training in project management.
 

To apply, please email cover letter and CV to hrapplications@nb.rti.org by 31st July 2013. 

Please do not attach copies of certificates. 

We regret that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. 

RTI International does not charge any fees for its recruitment and selection processes. 

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V

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Human Resource Manager Job in Kenya (Manufacturing Sector Background)

Human Resource Manager
 

With manufacturing sector background

Job Ref: MN 5826

For our client whose factory is located along the Kitengela - Kajiado road.

Applicants must be university graduates with a diploma in Human Resources backed by at least 3 years relevant experience as HR Manager in a manufacturing environment. 

Possession of an MBA would be an advantage, not a must. 

Disclose your current salary with your application.
 

Apply to recruit@manpowerservicesgroup.com before 3pm 1st August 2013.

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Telecom Company Head of Sales Job in Kenya

Our client, a well established telecommunication company wishes to recruit a Head of Sales.
 

Job Ref: MN 5809

Job Profile
 

Reporting to the Chief Commercial Officer, the candidate is responsible for the following key areas in the sales department.

Responsible for the entire Sales functions across Corporate, Business, Government as well as Channel Sales.
 

Responsible for the development and performance of all sales activities in assigned market.
 

Direct sales team and provide leadership towards the achievement of maximum profitability and growth in line with company vision and values.
 

Establishes plans and strategies to expand the customer base in the marketing area and contributes to the development of training and educational programs for clients and Account Managers.

Person Profile

• Master’s degree or MBA or equivalent.
• MIS / IT/ CS background preferred.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in Sales Management.
• Strong understanding of customer and market dynamics and requirements of Corporate as well as Government. Also knowledge of filing tenders.

A very competitive remuneration package will be offered to the qualified candidate. 

Send your application with a detailed CV and a daytime telephone contact . 

Please also summarize yourself as follows:

• Job Ref.
• Your Name
• Current/Past Salary: Year 2012 pm; Year 2013 pm
• Year 2013 Benefits: If house, state market rent

Apply via email only to recruit@manpowerservicesgroup.com so as to reach us by 3pm, 1st August 2013.

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Freelance Academic Writing Jobs in Kenya

We are freelance writing company. 

Due to increased customer demands, our company has embarked on a major recruitment drive of professional writers.

We are currently inviting applications from experienced professional writers –both technical and academic- who are willing to work from the comfort of their home and start-off immediately.

Academic writing entails researching on various topics and then writing an academic paper (see below) in your own understanding. 

The academic paper must be original i.e. Plagiarism-free and as per instructions provided.

Academic papers are for instance Term Papers, Coursework, Research Papers, Annotated Bibliographies, Book Reviews, Essays, Dissertations and Thesis.

Qualification Criteria

We are currently looking for highly qualified professional writers who:

• Can write well in English;
• Love research and writing;
• Can express ideas logically;
• Can structure information;
• Have a reliable internet connection 24/7;
• Have a working phone number;
• Are committed to meeting deadlines all the time;
• Have deep understanding of plagiarism and how to avoid it;
• Have ability to write research papers in the following fields; Computer Science, IT Management, Technology, Engineering, Business, Management, Ethics, Marketing and E-commerce;
• Have deeper understanding of the common academic referencing styles, i.e., APA, MLA, Harvard, Vancouver, Oxford, Chicago/Turabian and IEEE;
• Should be flexible and ready to work for long hours and at odd times of the day;
• Have ability to revise retuned papers under tight deadlines without giving unreasonable excuses; 

NB: This is a fulltime position. If seeking part-time position, please do not apply.

Plagiarism Policy

We enforce zero-tolerance plagiarism policy. Any writer, who plagiarizes his/her academic papers, is dismissed immediately upon proof, plagiarism report, that he/she actually plagiarized. Plagiarism reports are generated using anti-plagiarism software such as Turnitin. 

Payment Policy

Payments are done after every 15 days on 1st and 15th day of each month. 

For instance, all orders worked on between 1st and 15th July 2013, will be paid on 1st August 2013. 

All orders being worked on since 16th July 2013 up to 31st July 2013 will be paid on 15th August 2013.

Application Process

If you feel the above criteria applies to you and you are in agreement with the requirements, please proceed to sending your current CV and at least two samples in the aforementioned fields of study to writing@currentessay.com

All applications will be reviewed by our staff and approved on a case-by-case basis. 

We will gladly accept applications from qualified and responsible writing professionals, and if you are the one, you will quickly become a part of our team. 

Only successful applicants will be contacted.

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Website Designer Job in Kenya (KShs 10K)

Backtude Limited is looking for a web designer to redesign its websites www.backtude.com and www.ombiro.com. 

The specifications will be given to the successful applicant. 

The total cost for the two websites should not exceed Ksh. 10000. 

The platform of choice is Wordpress and PHP but the bidder is free to select any other that is light weight.

Please send your quotations (price and modules to be developed) and links of at least 4 websites that you have done before.

All applications be sent to info@backtude.com

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Interior Design Company Freelance Architect and Clerks of Works Jobs in Kenya

Our client, a leading Interior Design Company in Kenya is seeking to fill a position of Freelance Architect and Clerks of Works for a period of 3 - 6 months.

Architect

This role will be based in Nairobi. 
 

Part-time architects will be required to commit at least 4 days/ week ad work from the clients’ site.

Desired knowledge and skills
 

Ability to conduct site survey and interpret site survey reports.
 

Capacity to issue and edit drawings.
 

Knowledge in detailing, preparation of drawings for Council approval.
 

Ability to work without supervision.
 

Team Player.
 

Proficiency in AutoCAD, ArchiCAD and 3D Max.

Clerk of Works

Six (6) C.O.W will be required for a period of 3-6 months. 

The roles will be based in the following locations: Eldoret/Kericho -1, Mombasa -2, Kiambu -1 and Nairobi -2

Roles & Responsibilities

• To interpret drawings
• Coordinate sub-contractors
• Run site meetings and take minutes
• Maintain a site presence during the course of the project
• Expedite respective Council drawings approvals
• Inspection and recording of deliveries made to site by the Main Contractor and/or the Client.
• Quality control by ensuring materials used is as per approved samples.
• Implementation and coordination of site instructions.
• Setting out inspections (finishes products/installation).
• Advice the Interior Designer accordingly on any developments.
• Reporting and taking of minutes, recording all site instructions issued, snagging reports and site inspection visits and circulation of
• To maintain a site journal and compile weekly progress reports on the work of the Contractor and consequently advise the Interior Designer.
• To ensure all client requirements made in the absence of the Interior Designer are communicated promptly and a record of the same maintained
• To assess and report on all Labor requirements (where applicable) and the working conditions.
• To record all variations and noncompliance with contract specifications e.g. in materials by the Contractor and keep the Interior Designer appraised accordingly.
• To ensure all hidden work is done and completed to the engineer’s specifications.

Desired qualifications

• 2-3 years experience in project administration.
• Tertiary training in interior Design, Engineering or Building and Construction Fields
• Familiarity with Project Management tools and/or software.

Desirable attributes

• Effective communicator both verbally and in writing
• People manager
• Very organized
• Good decision maker
• Personal professionalism
• Attention to detail.

How to apply

Kindly send your cv and cover letter to projects@mialebusiness.com. 

Indicate your current and expected pay, preferred location for the C.O.W role

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Production Engineer Job in Kenya (KShs 40K)

Production Engineer 

Salary Ksh 40,000
 

Our client is an established manufacturer of a wide range of products made out of steel, wood, aluminium and plastic. 

They are seeking a Production Engineer to join their team. 

The main purpose of this job is to increase the organizations business through managing the operation of the manufacturing workshops in the company.

In smaller companies, they may be required to manage maintenance tasks.

Job Duties and Responsibilities 

• Organize, set up and optimize production, while observing specifications
• Monitor operations on a daily basis and supervise technical personnel, from the workers to the team leaders
• Develop processes to measure and further workshop productivity
• Participate in defining the objectives, methods and means to be employed in the production process
• Ensure that products are produced at the rate needed to meet customer demand
• Ensure that products are not faulty by carrying out continuous checks

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of a Diploma Manufacturing/ Production/ Mechanical Engineering
• Bachelors Degree will be an added advantage
• At least 3 years prior experience in a similar job in a busy environment
• Good communication skills and positive attitude
•  Reliable, honest and be a person of good Integrity
• Should have good supervisory and organizational skills
• Able to set and maintain high quality standards
• Must be computer literate
• Able to work well with others
• Good interpersonal skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, with emphasis on Excel and Word
• Demonstrated sound organizational, coordinating and personal interface skills
• Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to successfully communicate with the public, other employees and vendors
• Proven job reliability, diligence, and dedication
• Must be flexible with working long hours

If you meet the above requirements send your CV only, to jobs@corporatestaffing.co.ke, indicating the title (Production Engineer Salary Ksh 40,000) on the subject line by 29th July 2013.

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