KAA Corporate Communications Job in Kenya

Corporate Communications Officer – Web Content  and Social Media Coordinator

Job Profile

We are looking for a dynamic, self-motivated individual with experience and skills in management of web content and social media communications at strategic level.

Working within the Corporate Affairs section the individual will develop and oversee the execution of strategic social media and digital initiatives, including developing, managing web content and integrating interactive media into the overall business strategy.

Duties and Responsibilities

Social Media Management

• Plan and manage social media campaigns across several different platforms including Face book, Twitter, YouTube, blogs, Flickr etc. while keeping in line with the organizations policies and industry best practices.
• Maintain a positive public presence for the organization in social networking websites by presenting positive and factual information.
• Maintain a robust community while keeping the voice of the KAA brand and participating in dialogue with the customers when appropriate.
• Coordinate social media content development with other communications projects and the organizations events calendar.
• Ensure effective use of social media through frequent updates and reviews to management at various levels to educate and inform about social media activities, policies, competition, and achievements.
• Identify new opportunities to continually improve the social media presence by engaging supporters online and nurture them into customers
• Work with graphic designers as needed, to produce creative for use in social media campaigns
• Follow up on instances of dissatisfaction reported by customers or community members to ensure that the organizations message is consistently and positively articulated

Web Content Management

• Develop online presence, and take charge of writing, editing, and proofreading site content by working closely with the technical, corporate affairs, public relations and marketing Department.
• Assess, catalogue, and organize web site content (content inventory)
• Assign and track new content development (content matrix)
• Develop a competitive site analysis/Gap analysis for decision making.
• Develop, maintain, and enforce editorial style guidelines in line with organizations corporate objectives and industry best practice.
• Maintain a consistent look and feel throughout all web properties
• Assure web-based information is archived for future needs and reference
• Manage the product ratings and reviews platform for our corporate website
• Create regular blog posts based on industry and company related events, news, reviews, etc.
• Monitor site content and ensure information displayed on the website is accurate and current.
• General assistance in corporate communication duties that include newsletter production, events management and CSR activities

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Oxfam Manager Job in Kenya

Food Security & Livelihoods Manager, Somalia

National Level C2
Base: Nairobi
Contract Type: Fixed Term (1 Year)

Who we are

Oxfam GB has been assisting the population of Somalia since the 1960s with interventions focusing mainly on livelihood and public health sectors, including water and sanitation interventions. 

Between July and September 2011, some regions including Lower Juba, Middle Juba, Gedo, Lower Shabelle/Afgooye IDP settlements and the Mogadishu areas, have been declared as famine affected. 

This has called for a scaled up response such that Oxfam GB Somalia program has since July 2011 grown remarkably both geographically and thematically. 

The program now supports over 750,000 beneficiaries in South Somalia from 450,000 in in June 2011. 

This has brought to fore the need for support in coordination of the development and implementation of sustainable livelihoods projects to link relief, early recovery and long term development activities and strengthening of the disaster risk reduction activities within the 5 regions.

The role

• The person will be accountable to the Humanitarian Coordinator, country team & regional EFSL Advisor for the quality and implementation of the FSL part of the Drought mitigation and response, understand and build awareness on the disaster risks that affect the livelihoods of vulnerable communities within Somalia particularly in South-Central Somalia in developing appropriate safety nets, and compile/provide country analysis and updates on evolving food security situation and sharing appropriately within Oxfam for information management and programming. 
• He/she will be responsible for developing clear exit strategies from the current scale-up emergency programme ensuring that it links into longer-term Livelihoods/DRR programming with the team. 
• The person will also be responsible for monitoring of ongoing FSL programmes and coming up with actionable ways to improve programme delivery and accountability to beneficiaries  

What we are looking for

• To be successful in this role you will have a university degree in rural development, livelihoods, agriculture etc. 
• You will bring to this role 5 years technical & practical implementing experience delivering quality Emergency and longer-term Food Security and Livelihoods programmes in Horn and East Africa, including extensive work with pastoral populations;
• strong cash & market support experience; working with/through partners and cash remittance companies; 
• ability to conduct quality risk and conflict analysis and integrate it into programme monitoring and strategy. 
• Excellent communication, facilitation and representation skills as well as computer literacy, attention to detail and fluency in English language is a requirement. 
• Ability to work effectively with others in a multicultural team and commitment to the aims and objectives of Oxfam are essential.

To apply

If you believe you fit the job and person profiles please send your application to somaliajobs@oxfam.org.uk

The closing date for applications is 22nd May, 2012.

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General Manager Job in Optiware Communications Kenya

Our firm, the industry leader in Digital Systems (Broadcasting, Conference and Business Continuity Solutions), is now expanding into new markets in the region and wishes to recruit the services of a General Manager whose requirements are detailed hereunder.

General Manager

Reporting to the Managing Director, the General Manager will be required to have multiple skill sets, experience and competencies.

The successful candidate should meet the following minimum requirements:

• A Bachelors degree in a business field of study (B.Com, Finance, Business Admin etc); an MBA will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of three years experience in business management, planning, human resource and financial management.
• Have demonstrated leadership, interpersonal and excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
• Have demonstrated superior decision-making and problem-solving skills and conflict-management abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to manage, delegate and supervise staff teams.
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task and work in a fast paced office setting.
• Proven ability to cope with conflict, stress and crisis situations.
• Will be required to have thorough knowledge of the company operations, its culture and its products and services.

If you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualifications and experience please address your application and curriculum vitae to the Managing Director and email to hrm@optiware.co.ke before May 24, 2012.

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United Women Sacco Accounts Assistant Job in Kenya

Sacco Accounts Assistant

Reporting to the Sacco Manager, the Accounts Assistant will be responsible for:

• Entering customer deposits in the cash books.
• Daily updating and monitoring of customer accounts.
• Accounts reconciliations.
• Attending to customer queries.
• Recording, verifying and processing loan forms.
• Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications:

• KCSE Grade B- Minimum
• Professional qualifications in banking, microfinance, accounting or cooperative management.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting.
• CPAIIorACCAII
• Proficiency in computer skills especially QuickBooks and Excel Two years relevant experience in a busy office
• Be a person of integrity, a team player and have effective communication skills.

Qualified candidates should submit their CV and cover letter to reach the undersigned by May 31, 2012.
 

Chair,United Women Sacco,
R O. Box 3228-00100 GPO, 

Nairobi

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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