Technical University Chief Financial Officer Job in Nairobi Kenya

Technical University of Kenya

Vacancy Announcement

Chief Financial Officer

Grade 16

Ref No: AD/0007/14

The Chief Financial Officer reports to the Vice-Chancellor and is responsible for the financial and accounting functions, including: 

(i) Financial Planning, Financial Accounting and Financial Control, 

(ii) Providing strategic direction, organisation and management of the Finance Department 

(iii) Ensuring compliance with all statutory obligations and external financial reporting requirements, and 

(iv) Liaising with internal and external auditors.
 

Applicants should be Kenyan citizens with a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or equivalent from a recognised university. 

They should also have a relevant PhD or Masters’ degree, with at least fifteen years work experience, the last five of which should be at the level of Finance Officer or comparable position in a university or in an equivalently large organisation. 

The applicant must be registered members of a relevant and recognised professional accounting body.

They should demonstrate competency in modern and international financial management information systems and possess high managerial and administrative capabilities. They should be team-builders with demonstrable leadership, analytical and communication skills.
 

This is a leadership position within the executive management, and therefore, requires a highly motivated and self-driven person, and who fully complies with the provisions of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya. 

The job holder is also required to be results-oriented, creative, persuasive and proactive, so as to establish unity of purpose for the existing managers and staff.

Terms and Conditions of Service

Successful candidates will be offered a competitive remuneration package which includes basic salary, and allowances, and medical cover as per The Technical University of Kenya Medical Scheme and the Kenya Government Public Service guidelines.

The salary entry point will depend on qualifications and experience of the candidate. 

The appointment at Grade XVI will be for a contractual period of five years, renewable once subject to satisfactory performance.

Application Guidelines

Applicants should submit ten (10) copies of application letter accompanied by copies of relevant certificates and testimonials, a Curriculum Vitae (detailing academic qualifications, work and professional experience, leadership, membership to professional associations and community service, e-mail addresses and telephone contacts) and copies of a national identity card.
 

They should provide names, telephone numbers and contact addresses of at least three referees who are knowledgeable about the applicant’s competence and area of specialization. 

The applicants should request their referees to submit their references directly to the undersigned.

The Technical University of Kenya is an equal opportunity employer.

Applications and referees’ confidential reports on the applicant’s suitability for the relevant position addressed to the undersigned should be received on or before 13th June 2014.

The Vice Chancellor 

The Technical University of Kenya 

Haile Selassie Avenue 

P. 0. Box 52428 - 00200 

Nairobi, Kenya 

Tel: +254 (020) 343672, 2249974, 2251300, 341639 

E-mail: vc@kenpoly.ac.ke

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WorthAfrica Executive Assistant to the CEO Job in Nairobi Kenya

At WorthAfrica Plc we believe that Africa’s real value is in its people and their enterprising spirit. This is why we focus on identifying and growing talent in Africa. 

We also invest in and provide our clients with integrated technical support and innovative business solutions to grow their enterprises.
 

In our quest to support one of our distinguished clients to achieve their mission and goals we are recruiting for the following vacant position:

Our client is an Environment Organization based in Nairobi and established to mobilize, manage, and avail resources for environment management.

Executive Assistant to the CEO

Ref: WA/HCDS/HRA/03
 

This position reports to the Chief Executive Officer and is responsible for managing a wide range of support functions.
 

The ability to interact with Executives, Employees and Clients at all levels in a fast paced environment, while remaining flexible, proactive, and resourceful with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality is crucial to this role.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Communication, or related field
• Four (4) years of proved track record and experience in working in an Executive office
• Expert working level knowledge of MS Office applications and Internet

Key Skills
 

The Applicant should be highly organized and detail-oriented with proven experience in providing thorough and skillful administrative support to senior executives. 

Must be dedicated and focused; 

Expert ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks and taking initiative to follow through to achieve project goals with limited supervision. 

He/she should have excellent skills in all forms of business communication, strong detail orientation, planning, organizing and general office management.

Terms of Offer
 

The successful Applicants will be offered a vibrant working environment, attractive remuneration package commensurate with the seniority and responsibilities of the position.

Interested and suitably qualified candidates should forward their applications in PDF format via email clearly quoting the job title and job reference number in the Subject Area as well as the cover letter. 

The application should include a cover letter, detailed curriculum vitae indicating telephone contacts, mail address, names and contacts of three (3) referees to: eMail address skillsgro@worthafrica.org to reach us by 2nd June 2014 at 5pm.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

Our client is an equal opportunity employer.

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WorthAfrica Resource Mobilization Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya

At WorthAfrica Plc we believe that Africa’s real value is in its people and their enterprising spirit. This is why we focus on identifying and growing talent in Africa. 

We also invest in and provide our clients with integrated technical support and innovative business solutions to grow their enterprises.
 

In our quest to support one of our distinguished clients to achieve their mission and goals we are recruiting for the following vacant position:

Our client is an Environment Organization based in Nairobi and established to mobilize, manage, and avail resources for environment management.

Manager - Resource Mobilization

Job Ref: WA/HCDS/HRA/02
 

This position reports to the Director, Resource Mobilization and is responsible for providing technical support in partnership development and resource mobilization in order to advance the organizations strategic and program priorities in line with established policies and practices. 

Core duties will involve providing leadership in bidding and proposal development for submission to funding agencies, reviewing developing the resource mobilization strategy and annual plans.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social sciences, communications, business, marketing or other relevant discipline;
• Diploma/course certificates in Project Management and Resource Mobilization will be an added advantage
• Minimum of eight (8) years experience four (4) of which being practical experience ¡n Resource Mobilization, Fundraising, proposal development, and grants management
• Computer application, including internet navigation and various MS office applications.

Key Skills
 

The Applicant should have proven ability to conceptualize, innovate, plan and execute ideas; strong analytical ability and problem solving capabilities; negotiating, communication and advocacy skills; leadership and supervisory skills; co-ordinates group activities, ensuring that roles within the team are clear; quickly builds rapport with individuals and groups; maintains an effective network across organizational departments; translates strategic direction into plans and objectives.

Terms of Offer
 

The successful Applicants will be offered a vibrant working environment, attractive remuneration package commensurate with the seniority and responsibilities of the position.

Interested and suitably qualified candidates should forward their applications in PDF format via email clearly quoting the job title and job reference number in the Subject Area as well as the cover letter. 

The application should include a cover letter, detailed curriculum vitae indicating telephone contacts, mail address, names and contacts of three (3) referees to: eMail address skillsgro@worthafrica.org to reach us by 2nd June 2014 at 5pm.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

Our client is an equal opportunity employer.

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WorthAfrica Project Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya

At WorthAfrica Plc we believe that Africa’s real value is in its people and their enterprising spirit. This is why we focus on identifying and growing talent in Africa. 

We also invest in and provide our clients with integrated technical support and innovative business solutions to grow their enterprises.
 

In our quest to support one of our distinguished clients to achieve their mission and goals we are recruiting for the following vacant position:

Our client is an Environment Organization based in Nairobi and established to mobilize, manage, and avail resources for environment management.

Project Manager

Job Ref: WA/HCDS/HRA/01
 

This position reports to the Director Environment and is responsible for planning, executing, and finalizing projects according to strict deadlines and within budget. 

This includes coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants in order to deliver projects according to plan. 

In addition oversee quality control throughout the project life cycle.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Masters degree in Project Management or related field
• Qualification in Environment management will be an added advantage
• Eight (8) years relevant experience gained coordinating high level projects
• Experience in developing donor funded projects and proposals
• Demonstrated experience in project management software, internet navigation and various MS office applications.

Key Skills
 

The Applicant should have expert leadership skills in keeping the team motivated, ability to resolve conflicts and make hard decisions regarding projects; Time Management Skills with employees, customers and management, often multitasking; Budgeting Skills, working within project budget; Analytical Skills to be able to solve problems that may come up during a typical work day as well as analyze data and make decisions that affect the project on a regular basis.

Terms of Offer
 

The successful Applicants will be offered a vibrant working environment, attractive remuneration package commensurate with the seniority and responsibilities of the position.

Interested and suitably qualified candidates should forward their applications in PDF format via email clearly quoting the job title and job reference number in the Subject Area as well as the cover letter. 

The application should include a cover letter, detailed curriculum vitae indicating telephone contacts, mail address, names and contacts of three (3) referees to: eMail address skillsgro@worthafrica.org to reach us by 2nd June 2014 at 5pm.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

Our client is an equal opportunity employer.

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CNHR Programme Officer (Grants) Job in Kenya

 the Consortium for National Health Research (CNHR) is a not-for-profit partnership between the public and private sectors aimed at bringing together leading teaching and research institutions to undertake high quality multidisciplinary research beneficial to Kenya’s health priorities. 

All CNHR programmes are implemented by Partners with grants from the Consortium.
 

The Programme Officer - Grants will be the primary point of contact with prospective and existing
grantee researchers, and administratively responsible for all Grants Oversight. 

That includes the review, monitoring, assessment and timely reporting on grantee project work while assisting the Head of Scientific Programmes in the general programme administration and financial management of the full scientific portfolio. 

S/he will take direct responsibility for facilitating prospective and existing CNHR grantee partners to: successfully apply for grants, utilise them, scientifically report on, and financially account for those grants. 

The job holder will also play a leading role in interpreting, collating and disseminating CNHR related research findings to the Kenyan public and specialist scientific communities among other target audiences. 

Your results will be measured on:

Programme Management in assisting the identification of critical research issues and the development of collaborative research and information sharing; grantee attraction, education, motivation and other assistance; monitoring and reporting on the progress of research projects; coordination of field visits and other logistics; and management of the grants database. 

Also on: own contributions to new initiatives in resource mobilisation; public relations (PR); knowledge sharing with health research, policy and institutions/networks including those in government; and the Consortiums wider public and scientific participation.
 

Grants Management as the process owner and lead innovator in: monitoring and evaluation (M&E), reporting, ensuring compliance with funder requirements and advising on the cost effectiveness of CNHR’s grants portfolio; verifying, maintaining and reporting on financial and programme activity records of every grant and funder; preparing periodic reports and funding disbursement requests to funders; and together with the Accountant preparing grants’ work plans and budgets and the overall expenditure projections for the scientific programmes.

You must be highly results focused, collaborative, efficient, self-organised towards strict deadlines, and effective in facilitating people to jointly own goals. 

You need to at least have:

• a Masters’ degree, preferably in Development Projects Management ideally in a health related discipline such as health systems, public health or medical/biomedical. 
• Additional training in grants/research results reporting and financial administration would be an added advantage.
• 5 years’ experience in a similar role, with clear competence in programme delivery. 
• Also in M&E; the reporting of results to specialist scientific and general public audiences; coordination of conferences; and financial accountability.
• Excellent interpersonal and other people skills in group facilitation, oral and written communication and personal presentation, preferably with good understanding of both the needs of general public information and the rigor of scientific reporting and discourse.

This opportunity is initially for a 1.5 year renewable contract and the detailed Job Description may be viewed atwww.cnhrkenya.org. 

CNHR is an Equal Opportunity Employer and qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

To apply, please email your application with ALL the following: detailed CV, email address, 24-hour (mobile) telephone contacts, current and expected salary and benefits packages; and the names of three referees and their email and telephone contacts, to reach us by 6 June 2014.

The Resourcing Director
Maer Associates Limited
Panesar’s Centre, Upper 3rd Floor, Mombasa Road
PO Box 6786, 00200 

Nairobi, Kenya

Email Address: pogrants@maer.co.ke

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KenGen Head of Strategy and Business Performance Job in Kenya

Vacancy: Head of Strategy and Business Performance

The Company: Kenya Electricity Generating Company Limited (KenGen) is the leading power producer generating about 80 per cent of power consumed in Kenya. It is listed on the Nairobi Securities Exchange and is 70% Government owned.
 

The Strategy: The Company operates in a liberalized and regulated single-buyer market competing with Independent Power Producers. The forecasted national peak demand to meet Kenya Vision 2030 objectives is 15,000MW by year 2030. 

KenGen is going to be the major player in attaining this national target. In alignment with this national goal, KenGen has set out an ambitious operational and growth strategy, to grow its capacity from the current 1,236MW to 3,000MW by 2018. 

Launched in 2007 as Good-to-Great (G2G) Transformation Strategy, the Company has completed the first horizon (2008-2012) and is now on the second horizon (2013-2018). 

In order to meet the planned growth and sustain momentum of the ongoing transformation plan in line with its corporate strategy, the Board wishes to identify and recruit suitable candidates for the following listed executive position:

Head of Strategy and Business Performance 

1 Post
 

Ref: HR/SBP/4/05/14
 

Job Profile
 

Reporting to the Managing Director & CEO, the person will:

• Lead the implementation and institutionalization of an effective accountability system across the Company through a robust Strategy Execution management process;
• Coordinate and drive Strategy Formulation and Review through objective review of the organization’s Strategic and Situational Analysis within external and internal operating environment;
• Lead in development of Strategic initiatives by organizing operational and strategy review sessions to identify activities, timelines and targets while enforcing organizational alignment by ensuring that business and support functions in the organization are aligned to the strategy;
• Establish strategy expenditure budget required to drive implementation of strategic initiatives portfolio and seamlessly coordinate implementation of the initiatives;

Person Profile

• Undergraduate degree in Engineering or a business related field;
• Possession of a Masters degree Engineering or Business related field is an added advantage
• Membership to relevant Professional Organisations
• A proven track record of leading major corporate strategy formulation projects and effective strategy execution monitoring and evaluation;
• Evidence of the ability to organise and present high impact information for top management and key stakeholders;
• A proven track record of leading the development and implementation of innovative initiatives
• Proven experience in engaging top management teams, anticipating, filtering and accelerating issues and problem resolution across divisions, departments and teams.
• Relevant experience in the energy sector and familiarity with key stakeholders.
• Coordinate Innovation activities Company-wide with an aim of improving the company business spectrum.
• Oversee development of knowledge harvest & management framework and implementation of knowledge transfer within the organization

The successful candidates will be expected to demonstrate distinguished leadership with a track record of achievements in the public or private sector backed with a minimum Ten (10) years in senior management roles and be a Transformative and Change leader, keen on detail and strict deadlines with undisputable respect and integrity. 

He/ She will be required to possess strong people management and inter personal skills.

How to Apply

Application complete with detailed resume and testimonials should be addressed to:
 

The Managing Director & CEO,
Kenya Electricity Generating Company Ltd,
8th Floor, Stima Plaza Phase III,
Kolobot Road, Parklands,
P O Box 47936 – 00100,
Nairobi, Kenya.
 

Or e-mail to executivejobs@kengen.co.ke
 

On or before Monday 9th June 2014 at 3.00 p.m. 

Remember to indicate the reference number of the job applied for on the envelope.

Terms - These are executive positions with attractive remuneration package and 5 year contract term renewable.

NB: KenGen is an equal opportunity employer and interested candidates are advised to apply where they feel they have key strengths. Canvassing and falsifying of data will lead to automatic disqualification.

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KenGen Head of Geothermal Development Job in Kenya

Vacancy: Head of Geothermal Development

The Company: Kenya Electricity Generating Company Limited (KenGen) is the leading power producer generating about 80 per cent of power consumed in Kenya. It is listed on the Nairobi Securities Exchange and is 70% Government owned.
 

The Strategy: The Company operates in a liberalized and regulated single-buyer market competing with Independent Power Producers. The forecasted national peak demand to meet Kenya Vision 2030 objectives is 15,000MW by year 2030. 

KenGen is going to be the major player in attaining this national target. In alignment with this national goal, KenGen has set out an ambitious operational and growth strategy, to grow its capacity from the current 1,236MW to 3,000MW by 2018. 

Launched in 2007 as Good-to-Great (G2G) Transformation Strategy, the Company has completed the first horizon (2008-2012) and is now on the second horizon (2013-2018). 

In order to meet the planned growth and sustain momentum of the ongoing transformation plan in line with its corporate strategy, the Board wishes to identify and recruit suitable candidates for the following listed executive position:

Head of Geothermal Development

1 Post
 

Ref: HR/GD/3/05/14
 

Job Profile
 

Reporting to the Managing Director & CEO, the person will:

• Lead, oversee and manage the geothermal resource development and operations function and actively participate in the development of KenGen’s corporate strategy.
• Develop accountability structures, oversee periodic reporting of drilling and Geothermal projects and monitor the performance indicators for the Geothermal Development Division.
• Manage a large number of staff and cross functional teams in the area including Supply chain, ICT., Finance, Human Resources and Administration Services
• Coordinate, monitor and direct management and maintenance of reservoir and steam field resources.
• Oversee power generation in Geothermal operations ensuring timely effective and efficient revenue generating activities, safety adherence and security of the assets within the plants.
• Develop and coordinate the implementation of environmental and social impact assessment frameworks.
• Oversee the provision of research and consultancy services, including the hiring of expertise and equipment to local and international clients.
• Coordinate implementation of resettlement action plans for geothermal projects in conjunction with the Regulatory & Corporate Affairs division.
• Manage the relationship between the company and local communities and stakeholders on issues related to the Geothermal Development.
• Be the contact person for all visitors (local & international) to the area and is expected to coordinate all the service providers including contractors.

Person Profile

• Undergraduate degree in Engineering, Earth Sciences, Business or any other relevant field.
• Masters degree in Engineering, Earth Science or Business related field is an added advantage.
• Must be a registered engineer with EBK and a member of I.E.K or member of a relevant professional body.
• At least Ten (10) years experience at senior management level in plant operations or geothermal technology related roles.

The successful candidates will be expected to demonstrate distinguished leadership with a track record of achievements in the public or private sector backed with a minimum Ten (10) years in senior management roles and be a Transformative and Change leader, keen on detail and strict deadlines with undisputable respect and integrity. 

He/ She will be required to possess strong people management and inter personal skills.

How to Apply

Application complete with detailed resume and testimonials should be addressed to:
 

The Managing Director & CEO,
Kenya Electricity Generating Company Ltd,
8th Floor, Stima Plaza Phase III,
Kolobot Road, Parklands,
P O Box 47936 – 00100,
Nairobi, Kenya.
 

Or e-mail to executivejobs@kengen.co.ke
 

On or before Monday 9th June 2014 at 3.00 p.m. 

Remember to indicate the reference number of the job applied for on the envelope.

Terms - These are executive positions with attractive remuneration package and 5 year contract term renewable.

NB: KenGen is an equal opportunity employer and interested candidates are advised to apply where they feel they have key strengths. Canvassing and falsifying of data will lead to automatic disqualification.

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KenGen Head of Business Development Job in Kenya

Vacancy: Head of Business Development

The Company: Kenya Electricity Generating Company Limited (KenGen) is the leading power producer generating about 80 per cent of power consumed in Kenya. It is listed on the Nairobi Securities Exchange and is 70% Government owned.
 

The Strategy: The Company operates in a liberalized and regulated single-buyer market competing with Independent Power Producers. The forecasted national peak demand to meet Kenya Vision 2030 objectives is 15,000MW by year 2030. 

KenGen is going to be the major player in attaining this national target. In alignment with this national goal, KenGen has set out an ambitious operational and growth strategy, to grow its capacity from the current 1,236MW to 3,000MW by 2018. 

Launched in 2007 as Good-to-Great (G2G) Transformation Strategy, the Company has completed the first horizon (2008-2012) and is now on the second horizon (2013-2018). 

In order to meet the planned growth and sustain momentum of the ongoing transformation plan in line with its corporate strategy, the Board wishes to identify and recruit suitable candidates for the following listed executive position:

Head of Business Development

1 Post
 

Ref: HR/BD/2/05/14
 

Job Profile
 

Reporting to the Managing Director & CEO, the person will:

• Lead and provide thought leadership in the development and implementation of business development strategies to achieve KenGen’s strategic objectives.
• Develop accountability structures, oversee periodic reporting and projects implementation and monitor the performance indicators for the Capital Planning and Public Private Partnerships, Projects Execution and New Business Initiatives within the departments.
• Oversee capital planning and to ensure that the supply and demand outlook is constantly updated, that planned capacity meets forecasted demand requirements and that alternative capital projects options are evaluated to mitigate against either delays or non-feasibility of main projects.
• Ensure that potential capital projects are effectively screened prioritized and contributes to the National Least-Cost Power Development Plan.
• Formulate, Evaluate and ensure the effective execution of all feasibility studies. This involves reviewing the technical, financial, economic and environmental aspects of proposed projects and providing appropriate recommendations.
• Oversee the implementation of Public Private Partnerships by identifying and negotiating new business partnerships for Business Development.
• Implementation of New Business Initiatives in line with the corporate strategy which includes conducting research and development on various initiatives and providing consultancy services to external parties.

Person Profile

• Undergraduate degree in Engineering, Business or any other relevant field.
• Masters degree in Engineering or Business related field is an added advantage.
• Must be a registered engineer with EBK and a member of I.E.K or member of a relevant professional body.
• At least Ten (10) years experience at a Senior Management position in Business Development, Managing Projects of High Value in a large organization.
• A proven track record of delivering projects of similar size and complexity, within time and budget.
• Comprehensive understanding of Implementing Public Private Partnerships
• Experience in formulation and execution of feasibility studies.
• Demonstrate strong negotiation skills and handling of donor funded projects and experience in dealing with international financial institutions and development partners is essential.

The successful candidates will be expected to demonstrate distinguished leadership with a track record of achievements in the public or private sector backed with a minimum Ten (10) years in senior management roles and be a Transformative and Change leader, keen on detail and strict deadlines with undisputable respect and integrity. 

He/ She will be required to possess strong people management and inter personal skills.

How to Apply

Application complete with detailed resume and testimonials should be addressed to:
 

The Managing Director & CEO,
Kenya Electricity Generating Company Ltd,
8th Floor, Stima Plaza Phase III,
Kolobot Road, Parklands,
P O Box 47936 – 00100,
Nairobi, Kenya.
 

Or e-mail to executivejobs@kengen.co.ke
 

On or before Monday 9th June 2014 at 3.00 p.m. 

Remember to indicate the reference number of the job applied for on the envelope.

Terms - These are executive positions with attractive remuneration package and 5 year contract term renewable.

NB: KenGen is an equal opportunity employer and interested candidates are advised to apply where they feel they have key strengths. Canvassing and falsifying of data will lead to automatic disqualification.

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KenGen Head of Supply Chain Job in Kenya

Vacancy: Head of Supply Chain

The Company: Kenya Electricity Generating Company Limited (KenGen) is the leading power producer generating about 80 per cent of power consumed in Kenya. It is listed on the Nairobi Securities Exchange and is 70% Government owned.
 

The Strategy: The Company operates in a liberalized and regulated single-buyer market competing with Independent Power Producers. The forecasted national peak demand to meet Kenya Vision 2030 objectives is 15,000MW by year 2030. 

KenGen is going to be the major player in attaining this national target. In alignment with this national goal, KenGen has set out an ambitious operational and growth strategy, to grow its capacity from the current 1,236MW to 3,000MW by 2018. 

Launched in 2007 as Good-to-Great (G2G) Transformation Strategy, the Company has completed the first horizon (2008-2012) and is now on the second horizon (2013-2018). 

In order to meet the planned growth and sustain momentum of the ongoing transformation plan in line with its corporate strategy, the Board wishes to identify and recruit suitable candidates for the following listed executive position:
 
Head of Supply Chain

1 Post
 

Ref: HR/SUP/1/05/14
 

Job Profile
 

Reporting to the Managing Director & CEO, the person will:

• Lead, oversee and manage the supply chain function and actively participate in the development of KenGen’s corporate strategy.
• Develop accountability structures, oversee periodic reporting and monitor the performance indicators for Contracts, Procurement and Logistics.
• Oversee the development of an annual procurement plan with strong focus on strategic buying and monitoring.
• Oversee the maintenance of a good relationship with suppliers, value for money, local and international purchase and demand recourse from non non-performing suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with applicable statutory, legal and regulatory requirements and standards such as Public Procurement & Disposal Act.

Person Profile

• Undergraduate degree in either of the following fields: Commerce, Business Administration, Engineering, Economics, Purchasing & Logistics or any relevant field.
• A Masters degree in Supply Chain or Business related field is an added advantage
• Professional qualifications from C.I.P.S. or related International Supply chain qualification.
• Member of KISM or any other relevant professional body
• At least Ten (10) years experience at senior management level in managing the supply chain in a large organization
• Ability to interact and manage at Board and high level government and stakeholder relationships; and a demonstration of strong ability to negotiate with suppliers and contractors is essential
• A good understanding of supply chain Management with bias on the public sector.

The successful candidates will be expected to demonstrate distinguished leadership with a track record of achievements in the public or private sector backed with a minimum Ten (10) years in senior management roles and be a Transformative and Change leader, keen on detail and strict deadlines with undisputable respect and integrity. 

He/ She will be required to possess strong people management and inter personal skills.

How to Apply

Application complete with detailed resume and testimonials should be addressed to:
 

The Managing Director & CEO,
Kenya Electricity Generating Company Ltd,
8th Floor, Stima Plaza Phase III,
Kolobot Road, Parklands,
P O Box 47936 – 00100,
Nairobi, Kenya.
 

Or e-mail to executivejobs@kengen.co.ke
 

On or before Monday 9th June 2014 at 3.00 p.m. 

Remember to indicate the reference number of the job applied for on the envelope.

Terms - These are executive positions with attractive remuneration package and 5 year contract term renewable.

NB: KenGen is an equal opportunity employer and interested candidates are advised to apply where they feel they have key strengths. Canvassing and falsifying of data will lead to automatic disqualification.

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ECOLEAD Consultants Sales and Marketing Intern Job in Kenya

ECOLEAD Consultants is one the fastest-growing consultancy firm which focuses on the provision of high quality, timely, reliable and cost-effective Solutions in the areas of Research, Project Management, ICT and Environmental Consultancy. 

We are currently looking for a positive, self driven and highly motivated Sales and Marketing Intern who will be responsible for generating new business as well as handling the existing customers.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Be responsible for opening up new markets and generating sales in the company.
• Identify opportunities for lead generation and follow up to convert them into actual sales.
• Developing marketing plans for various lines and championing the implementation of the same in order to realize ambitious sales targets
• Identifying various sources of business referrals and establishing contact with them
• Playing a key role in the preparation and submission of tender documents
• Developing and maintaining marketing materials as well as updating customer database communicating with customers and handling their queries

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelors degree  in Sales and Marketing or related field;
• Excellent interpersonal and networking skills, as well as a positive attitude
• Strong sales and relationship building skills.
• Excellent communication skills
• Previous experience in sales and marketing would be and added advantage

Successful candidates may be considered for employment upon completion of internship period, basing on their performance.

If you believe you are the right candidate for the above position and can clearly demonstrate your ability to meet the above criteria, submit your application with a detailed CV, to ecoleadconsultants@gmail.com  on or before 4th June 2014.

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Syngenta's Pollen Limited Post Harvest Supervisors Jobs in Ruiru Kenya

Syngenta's ambition is to bring greater food security in an environmentally sustainable way to an increasingly populous world by creating a worldwide step-change in farm productivity. 

Pollen Limited is a fully owned subsidiary of Syngenta Seeds B.V, in the Horticultural Industry engaged in the production of Flower and Vegetable seeds, rooted and unrooted cutting for the export market. 

The Production site is based in Ruiru and it seeks to engage competent individuals to fill in the following vacancies: 

Supervisors - Post Harvest 

2 Positions
 

Reporting to the Senior Supervisor-Post Harvest, the incumbents will be responsible for co-coordinating receipt of all cuttings in good condition, cooling, scanning of bags, sealing and packing as per the defined specification.

Key Responsibilities 

• Co-coordinate the allocation of duties in the pack house (URC receipt, scanning, cooling, sealing, sorting, packing, strapping, box labeling) and follows up to ensure execution.
• Will be responsible to review all packing boxes planning of specific order deliveries, ensuring bags are properly distributed in the boxes as per orders and there is efficient utilization of packaging materials.
• Maintain all relevant documents and ensure that all information is up to date.
• Enforce good housekeeping culture by making it a safe working environment.
• Prepare shipment documents by ensuring all the necessary shipment certificates are obtained from the various government authorities.
• Assist in all internal and external Certification audits.
• Assist in reconciling stock balances with usages for packaging materials in order to observe the set re-order level and enhance efficiency in their utilization.
• Coordinate induction and training staff to ensuring they understand the Pack house operations and procedures.
• Enforce compliance to phyto-sanitary & other local and international regulations.
• Observe compliance with all the temperature specifications to assure quality of cuttings in the Pack House and inside the delivery truck.
• Observes adherence to packing protocols and schedule to meet customer requirements.
• Accompany the consignment to the Airport and secure all necessary shipment documents to ensure that the consignment is delivered for the scheduled flight.
• Facilitates repairs and maintenance for equipment’s and machines to ensure smooth running of operations
• Enforce HSE rules and regulations and champions the implementation of the Syngenta HSE policy in all business operations.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience
 

The ideal candidate must possess the following qualification and competencies:

• A degree holder in Horticulture/Agriculture Degree in Agriculture/ Horticulture or Agri-business
• Must have at least 2 years relevant work experience.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience in Microsoft Office with excellent organizational skills.
• Must possess a proven track record of leading teams with good problem solving skills.

How to Apply

If you would like to be considered for any of these exciting and challenging roles, please write in confidence before Friday 30th May 2014. 

Enclose your curriculum vitae containing an e-mail address, telephone contacts, qualifications, experience, remuneration, addresses of three referees and send to: info.pollen@syngenta.com

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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