DAI: Jobs and Vacancies in Kenya

DAI, an international consulting firm based in the United States, is currently accepting applications from senior and mid-level candidates for long-term positions for an anticipated Financial Inclusion program in Kenya.

This will include technical and/or financial assistance to help improve productivity and growth of agricultural and off-farm value chains through expanded financial services access to undeserved groups. Candidates sought for the following positions:

Rural and Agriculture Financial Product Development
- Responsible for facilitating the development of value chain financial products suitable for the target groups.

Qualifications:
- Minimum of 10 years experience in product development, market research, and rural financial service expansion.
- Kenyan citizenship
- Master’s degree in economics, finance or other relevant training
- Proven successful experience in expansion of agricultural finance services that can contribute directly to agricultural development, agribusiness and trade expansion.
- Sound exposure to the development of savings and credit schemes targeting the youth and very poor.

Contracts Manager
- Develop and lead a pre-selection process that provides opportunity for all qualified Kenyan and international experts and firms to submit their capability statements.
- Prepare scopes of work and tender documents
- Market tenders in appropriate national and international media
- Responsible for setting contract award policy, and developing and enforcing procedures that assure equity and transparency in the contract award tendering process
- Provide leadership in incorporating the outcomes of stakeholder dialogue and potential financial service provider identification efforts into competitive tenders for the facilitation of inclusive financial markets
- Responsible for integration of cross-cutting issues including gender and youth mainstreaming into the design of financial inclusion activities
- Provide leadership in all aspects of the Contractor’s financial accounting and reporting in accordance with USAID requirements. He/she may work with a project accountant to assure appropriate use of grant funds and that accounting and performance reports meet project and USAID standards

Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Development Studies or any other relevant discipline
- Five years working experience with USAID or other USG financial management/contract-making programs
- Kenyan citizenship

Also seeking candidates with the following technical skills:
- Contracts and Grants Management
- Development of private sector linkages and alliances
- MSME financing
- Experience in working with gender and youth

To Apply:
Interested and qualified candidates should e-mail CV and cover letter to kenyarecruit@dai.com. In the Subject Line, please refer to the position you are applying to. No phone inquiries will be accepted.

Closing date: 30 Sep 2010
Location: Kenya – Nairobi

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Coastal Bottlers Ltd: General Sales Manager

We are a leading Soft Drink Manufacturing Company based in Mombasa having the franchise rights for the Coast Province from the Coca-Cola Company.

We are looking for self driven exceptional Individual filled with ambition, right attitude and relevant skills to take up the following position.

General Sales Manager

The role is critical in developing and driving the Company’s trade strategy and operational excellence.

The successful candidate should be:

• A University graduate with a bias in a business related degree from a recognized university.
• Have a working experience in Sales & Marketing function in a FMCG
• The individual would be expected to develop and execute Sales & Marketing,
• Be able to develop Business Plans, achieve and surpass the set sales targets
• Will be required to Manage distributors and the distribution network
• Should also have strong interpersonal skills
• Must be extremely self-motivated coupled with a proven track record.
• Proven track record of effective People Management and knowledge of how to coach others and develop skills.

If you meet the above requirements, please send us your detailed C.V indicating your specific attainments in your professional career, your current gross emoluments, three referees one of whom should be the penultimate employer together with copies of relevant certificates and testimonials to reach us not later than 23rd September 2010.

Any direct or indirect canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Coastal Bottlers Ltd
Next to Zios EPZ Marifuni, Mtwapa
P.O. Box 83154
Mombasa

or e-mail careers@coastalbottlers.co.ke

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UN World Food Programme: Staff Assistant M&E (Data Entry)

Vacancy Announcement No. VA-048/2010

Post Title: Staff Assistant M&E (Data Entry)

Post Grade: SC 4

Duty Station: Nairobi

Date of issue: 24.08.2010

Contract type: Service Contract

Closing date: 07.09.2010

Organizational background

The World Food Programme Somalia activities include food assistance relief, emergency school feeding, humanitarian air and logistics services, food coordination and emergency rehabilitation projects.

This position is open to Kenyan nationals. Qualified candidates and Female candidates in particular, are encouraged to apply.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Under the direct supervision of the Programme Officer (M&E), the Staff Assistant M&E (Data Entry) will perform the following tasks:

• Prepare a monthly report that compares tonnage in allocation plan, distribution plan and deliveries by district, region and modality.
  
• Highlight differences and explain the reasons for these differences.
  
• Present findings to senior management and programme staff on a monthly basis.
• Co-ordinate with other units and sub-offices to resolve issues and clarify or obtain additional information
• Prepare a report on the monthly monitoring activities undertaken in the month and another report on monitoring activities undertaken since the beginning of the year highlighting Food Distribution Points (FDPs) Cooperating Partners (CPs) not visited or not visited enough since the beginning of year.
• Archive monitoring checklist collected from Areas of Responsibility ( AORs) monthly
• Maintain a tracking system by tracking number of beneficiary feedback cards distributed by region, district and FDP
• Coordinate with sub offices to ensure that beneficiary feedback cards are being distributed in active FDPs
• Preparation of power points slides for monthly M&E reports by 6th of every month
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor

Minimal qualifications:

Education: Secondary school education, preferably supplemented by courses in a field related to WFP programmatic activities.

Experience: At least three years of progressively responsible support experience including at least one year in the field of accounting, transport, insurance, statistics, operations or another related field, or a university degree with at least one year relevant work experience.

Language: Fluency in both written and spoken English is a requirement.

Knowledge: Experience utilizing computers including word processing, spreadsheet and other software packages.

You are encouraged to apply online by completing the Personal History Form P11 available on the following link http://www.unon.org/docs/P11.doc quoting the Vacancy Announcement No. and the job title:

E-mail: Somalia.Hr@wfp.org

For applicants inside Somalia only, a sealed envelope addressed to The Human Resources Officer, to be dropped at the reception of the nearest WFP office in Somalia.

Hand –delivered applications are no longer accepted at the Nairobi office

NB: Applications received later that the deadline and those that are not clearly showing the VA No. indicated above will not be short-listed.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted

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Adept Systems: Senior Brand Manager

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.

Operating in Africa for more than 80 years, the Company has 5 markets within, the Equatorial African Region being amongst them. The regional operations are co-ordinated from Nairobi, Kenya to offer shared service across countries in Central, East, part of Southern Africa including the Island markets and Horn of Africa.

With this regional expertise, the Company aims at enhancing the business potential of this region, which is seen as an important source of future growth, and bring it up to the level of performance that the Company experiences in other regions of Africa and the world.

By reinforcing business and product categories focus, making operations more efficient, developing cross fertilization or enhancing peoples’ knowledge transfer and empowerment, this shared service expertise is expected to accelerate growth and meet the company’s high ambition for the Region.

Our client continues to be viewed as one of the leading global companies in Corporate Social Responsibility, particularly in the developing world. Being a committed leader in environmental performance, they ensure that natural resources are preserved and that waste management enjoys much attention in all operations worldwide.

The company is an equal-opportunity employer with robust talent management policies, and systems. They value and reward individual and team contributions to business results.

Job Summary:

To develop and manage the implementation of the marketing program for availability, visibility, image, price as well as awareness for Nutrition segment in EAR. Continually monitoring the portfolio’s performance and managing the administration of the portfolio’s expenditure program.

Responsibilities:

1. Optimise brand performance:

• Delivery of strategic direction for the portfolio in line with Nutrition Health & Wellness (NHW) and Creating Shared Values (CSV) values.
• Delivery of recommendations and action plan (strategies), regarding consumer, competitor following the gathering, analysis and evaluation of relevant information.
• Ensure implementation of marketing program per prioritisation agreed with Business Manager.
• Maximize usage occasions and explore new ones.

2. Optimise Point of purchase:

• Regular contact with sales, Category Channel Sales Development (CCSD) and consumers (where allowed) and visits to markets to evaluate operational implementation of plans
• Work with sales to identify, analyse and implement alternative trade channel strategies in order to optimise distribution of product.
• With CCSD identify promotional opportunities for Cereals.

3. Pricing:

• Following an agreed pricing strategy, setting master pricing and promotional pricing to meet budget requirements.
• Monitoring of pricing within agreed parameters.
• Investigation and delivery of price points to optimise product penetration in the bottom end of the market.

4. Administration:

• Liaison with Finance & Control (FICO) to optimise P&L, transfer pricing, SKU performance data, bad goods analyses and any other necessary information
• Responding to queries and supplying Equatorial African Region (EAR) feedback within deadline
• Response to queries from other markets within agreed times
• Use of best practice tools to manage business Product Fixed & Marketing Expense (PFME) spend, volume projections and New Product Development (NPD) process)

5. Promotions:

• Setting up, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of promotions beginning with approved briefs and meeting internal audit requirements.
• Manage the implementation and evaluation of approved Consumer Communication plan.
• Regular attendance and input at regional sales meetings.

6. People Leadership:

• Oversee brand team and develop marketing competencies of junior staff members

Requirements:

• Analytical & strategic thinking skills
• Excellent Time Management skills
• Ability to effectively communicate with all divisions / groups within the organization
• Effective interpersonal and active listening skills
• Knows their way around the P&L
• Comfortable with systems & tools
• Excellent team player
• Living company principles & values

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 6th September 2010.

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

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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Truenorth Career Map: Procurement Officer

Our client is a leading private university located in Nairobi.

Position Overview:

Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the ideal candidate will participate in effective management of the procurement process of the university’s requirements through internal need consolidation, supplier identification, procurement process management and quality assurance in line with the university mission.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in design, reviews and oversee the implementation of procurement policies and procedures.
• Participate in planning, directing, and managing the central procurement activities of the institution.
• Liaise with relevant user departments in procurement process of goods and services.
• Ensure that purchased goods meet quality standards and specifications.
• Maintain accurate purchase and stores records.
• Monitor inventory level for office supplies for timely replenishment.
• Analyze quotations and select appropriate suppliers.
• Ensure timely dispatch of orders to appropriate suppliers.
• Participate in design the bid evaluation process and where necessary the supplier accreditation system.
• Participate in research and evaluation of commodity areas and makes recommendations for standardization and additions to Qualified Products List.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time

Educational and Professional Qualifications:

• A Bachelors Degree in a relevant field
• Diploma in Purchasing and Supplies

Work Experience:

At least three years of experience in a similar environment. (Experience in academic institutions or set ups with highly specialized technical staff operating in a dynamic market environment would be an added advantage)

Competencies:

• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Integrity.
• Planning and organizational skills
• Proactive, initiative and good networking skills.

Remuneration:

• Monthly gross salary of between Kes 50-75,000/= per month, plus benefits

To Apply:
If you meet the above criteria, and would like to be a part of the team, please send an application with a detailed C.V stating your experience, qualifications, current remuneration, list of at least 3 referees, day-time telephone numbers and email address to : jobs@truenorthcareermap.com on or before Wednesday, 8th September, 2010.

Only short listed candidates will be acknowledged

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Car max East Africa: Freelance Sales Executive

Are you

• aggressive, resource oriented and highly self motivated?
• professional and resourceful?
• a team player and able to influence and inspire confidence in others?
• aged between 21 and 30 years?

Do you

• hold a diploma in sales & marketing?
• have minimum two (2) years working experience?
• hold a valid Kenyan driving licence with over two (2) years accident free driving experience?

To Apply:

If you answered yes to all of the following, then you need to send your application, testimonials, certificates, CV and contacts before or on 3d September 2010 to: info@carmaxea.com

Persons who do not meet the above criteria need not apply

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Free the Children: Nurses

A leading NGO based in Narok south district is looking to recruit 5 Nurses.

Job description:

• Assess patient health problems and needs, develop and implement nursing care plans, and maintain medical records.
• Administer nursing care to ill, injured, convalescent, or disabled patients.
  
• May advise patients on health maintenance and disease prevention or provide case management.
  
• Licensing or registration required.
• Knowledge of public health issues in Kenya.

Qualifications:

• Diploma in Nursing
• At least 4 years recent primary and community nursing experience
• Nurse-led management of minor illness, minor ailments and injuries
• Nurse-led triage
• Compiling protocols and clinical guidelines
• Leadership in quality initiatives such as clinical benchmarking
• Leading a team
• Research
  
• Nurse prescribing

To Apply:
Send all applications to hrkenya@freethechildren.com by 3rd September.

For general information on the NGO, visit website: www.freethechildren.com

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Chemonics /Kenya Pharma: Field Agent & Contracts & Invoicing Assistant

Chemonics /Kenya Pharma is a USAID funded project that seeks to establish and operate a reliable, sustainable pharmaceutical supply chain management system. Its aim is to distribute drugs for the care and treatment of persons with HIVIAIDs in Kenya Chemonics/Kenya Pharma has the following vacancies;

Position: Field Agent
Ref: KP-FA001
Location: Meru

Position Description:

Field agents serve as the first point of contact with service delivery points in the assigned region and will be responsible for ensuring that assigned SDPs are well supported and stocked to meet the Kenya Pharma objective of ensuring uninterrupted supply of ART commodities

Field agents will report to the Regional Manager of their respective region. It is a full-time position, currently anticipated to last for the duration of the contract.

Tasks:

• Carry out physical stock inventory, inspect bin card records for accuracy, compare physical inventory and bin card records and recommend appropriate action.
• Gather information on ART patients per regimen and report data on stock position to Nairobi team to be used in forecasting and quantification for procurement.
• Gather additional site specific information on other factors that impact patient needs and numbers to assist Kenya Pharma in servicing the service delivery points.
• Submit all reports and orders by agreed deadline
• Monitor storage conditions and capacity of the assigned SDP to handle increased workload.
• Raise storage capacity concerns and quality Issues with the regional managers to Identify ways to address any challenges.
• Submit monthly operations report to regional manager highlighting key issues requiring immediate follow up and any feedback from SDP that may help to improve service delivery.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree holder
• 2-3 years experience Working handling commodities in Kenya
• Good understanding of the health systems in Kenya especially government health facilities will be an added advantage.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team.
• Excellent written, oral communication and computer skills (Microsoft Office Programs)

Job Title: Contracts & Invoicing Assistant
Ref: KP-FIN001
Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Position Description:

The Invoicing Assistant assists the Director of finance and administration and the accountant in all aspects of the protect accounting and financial management.

S/he will process accounting transactions according to the general principles of accounting and the Chemonics policies and procedures

S/he must also follow the clients (USAID) and local government regulations.

Tasks:

Financial management and record keeping:

• Maintain and verify procurement vendor contracts and transactions.
• Liaise with subcontractor on procurement timing and deliverables in relation to invoicing.
• Maintain and update subcontractor agreements and invoices.
• Verify procurement vendor and subcontractor Invoices and make sure all supporting documents are received and correct.
• Enter invoicing data into ACCESS software.
• Prepare Invoice payment requests.
• Monitor vendor and subcontractor payments and outstanding balances
• Track the invoices/payments against the contract ceilings with each vendor and subcontractor.
• File contracts, invoices, and all related supporting documents.
• Assist in reconciling contract payable accounts
• Review and reconcile field accounts balances.

Communications and information management:

• Assist the director of finance and administration and the project accountant in responding to questions from USAID, home office, project partners, and vendors

Contract management:

• Gather supporting documentation requested by auditors.
• Assist accounting staff, as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required. Minimum of CPA section 3 preferred.
• Minimum three years experience in accounting and administrative support.
• Computer literacy In word processing and spreadsheets (Word and Excel)- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Access preferred.

To Apply:

Send CV and cover letter with three professional referees to recruit@kenyapharma.org no later than September 6

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Flexi-Personnel: Business Development Executives

Our Client, a leading Business Process Outsourcing company is looking for 2 Business Development Executives.

The successful candidates will be expected to:

Job Description

• Define and follow up of yearly Company targets and objectives
• To undertake relationship management by building partners, marketing and brand positioning of organization
• Differentiate the Company from competitors
• Develop and implement strategies for new products and services post approval from the Board.
• Develop and manage marketing tools and collateral for existing and new clients
• Report Monthly business review & individual target achievement to the management team & local board members and post approval send Dashboard to Senior Management
• Potential Clients identification & subsequently finalizing the layout / strategy of marketing the services
• Maximize the business value, ensuring efficient proposals are provided which meet business requirements

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Must have a Degree/ Diploma in a Business Administration/Marketing/B-com/Business related field
• Minimum 2 years experience in corporate sales and new business development
• Candidates with Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) Information Technology
  
  Enabled Services (ITES) knowledge would be preferable
• Should be presentable & should stand up to the mark
• Experience within financial, commercial or IT roles within the pharmaceutical, healthcare, financial and/or IT industries.

To Apply:

Send your CV ONLY (with no other attachments) to recruit@flexi-personnel.com by Thursday 2nd September 2010, quoting the position you are applying for and your salary expectation on the subject line of the email

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Taita Academy: Jobs and Vacancies in Kenya

Taita Academy is a mixed boarding secondary school situated in Mwatate, Taita/Taveta District.

The school urgently needs to fill in the following vacancies in its

1. English/Literature
2. Geography/C.R.E/Kiswahili
3. Physics/Chemistry (Readvertisement)
4. History/CRE/Kiswahili teacher. (Readvertisement)

Requirements:

1. University graduate degree in Bachelor of Education or graduate with a Post graduate diploma in Education. Must have majored in the above subjects in his undergraduate degree.
2. A committed Christian willing to positively contribute to the spiritual, social, physical and mental development of the child.
3. A hard worker, focused, dedicated and result oriented.

If you believe to have what it takes to join our hardworking dedicated and loving community of staff kindly send your application to

The school Administrator
Email: info@taitaacademy.com

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BBC: Journalism Graduates

The BBC in Nairobi is pleased to announce the launch of its Work Experience Programme.

As part of its commitment to promoting excellent journalism, the BBC will be offering four week attachments to Journalism Graduates or other suitably qualified candidates.

The attachment is unpaid but a fixed stipend will be given to cover basic expenses.

Candidates will be selected once every 6 months.

To Apply:
To be considered for the period between September 2010 and February 2011, please email nairobi.forms@bbc.co.uk and follow instructions.

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BBC: Studio Manager

Your main role will be to ensure that all our live and recorded programmes are broadcast at the high level of quality expected by our audience.

You will work mostly in the fast-paced environment of our Nairobi studios, but also from location when necessary.

Experience of operating modern studio equipment is essential.

An understanding of communication networks and of IT systems is also a requirement.

Excellent English and Kiswahili are essential.

You will be expected to work on shifts, with a significant amount at night and weekends.

You will need to demonstrate a highly professional approach to your work.

Punctuality, reliability, pro-activity, as well as outstanding people skills are fundamental to this role.

To Apply:
Applications to be received by Friday, 10 Sept, 2010.

For details and an application form go to www.bbc.co.uk/jobs

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UNDP Kenya: Assistant Project Officer

UNDP Kenya, in partnership with the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports seeks to recruit an Assistant Project Officer.

Background

In the recent years, the Government of Kenya has recognized the crucial role that young people play in enhancing development in their communities through empowerment, participation, and creating opportunities for peaceful co-existence of the citizens.

With this recognition, the Government established the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MoYAS).

One of the strategic areas of intervention for UNDP Kenya is to build capabilities of organizations and agencies to adequately empower young people.

This is done in key focus areas of livelihood creation, peace building and conflict prevention and capacity building initiatives that are relevant to the needs of the Kenyan youth.

As a part of its commitment, UNDP Kenya, in partnership with MoYAS is delivering the Kenya National Youth Development and Training (KNYD&T) Programme and desires to engage an Assistant Project Officer to support the coordination and implementation of the programme.

Qualifications:

• Completion of Secondary Education (C+ or higher) with a diploma in Education, Development Studies, Social Studies, Political Science, International Relations, Programme Management or other related fields
• A Bachelor's degree in Education, Development Studies, Peace Building, Conflict Prevention, Political Science, International Relations or other related field would be desirable.
• Additional training on conflict management and youth development issues, an added advantage.

Experience:

• At least 5 years of relevant work experience in developing and managing peace building, conflict prevention and poverty reduction initiatives preferably among the youth in Kenya.
• Minimum of 5 years in increasingly responsible working experience in the area of youth development.

Language Requirements:

• Fluency in English is required.
  
• Fluency in Swahili would be an advantage.

To Apply:

Interested and qualified persons should apply on the UNDP Kenya e-Recruitment portal located at http://www.ke.undp.org on or before 10 September 2010. Select "careers" and click on staff positions and select the assistant project officer vacancy which will provide you with details for applying for this post on 'erecruit.echo-systems.net'. Applications received via other means will not be accepted

Additional considerations

• Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
• Acknowledgments will be sent only to applicants who strictly meet the requirements of the post

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Adept Systems: Senior Brand Manager

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.

Operating in Africa for more than 80 years, the Company has 5 markets within, the Equatorial African Region being amongst them. The regional operations are co-ordinated from Nairobi, Kenya to offer shared service across countries in Central, East, part of Southern Africa including the Island markets and Horn of Africa.

With this regional expertise, the Company aims at enhancing the business potential of this region,which is seen as an important source of future growth, and bring it up to the level of performance that the Company experiences in other regions of Africa and the world.

By reinforcing business and product categories focus, making operations more efficient, developing cross fertilization or enhancing peoples’ knowledge transfer and empowerment, this shared service expertise is expected to accelerate growth and meet the company’s high ambition for the Region.

Our client continues to be viewed as one of the leading global companies in Corporate Social Responsibility, particularly in the developing world. Being a committed leader in environmental performance, they ensure that natural resources are preserved and that waste management enjoys much attention in all operations worldwide.

The company is an equal-opportunity employer with robust talent management policies, and systems. They value and reward individual and team contributions to business results.

Job Summary
To develop and manage the implementation of the marketing program for availability, visibility,image, price as well as awareness for Nutrition segment in EAR. Continually monitoring the portfolio performance and managing the administration of the portfolio’s expenditure program.

Responsibilities
1. Optimize brand performance
•Delivery of strategic direction for the portfolio in line with Nutrition Health & Wellness (NHW) and Creating Shared Values (CSV) values.
•Delivery of recommendations and action plan (strategies), regarding consumer, competitor following the gathering, analysis and evaluation of relevant information.
•Ensure implementation of marketing program per prioritization agreed with Business Manager.
•Maximize usage occasions and explore new ones.

2. Optimize Point of purchase
•Regular contact with sales, Category Channel Sales Development (CCSD) and consumers (where allowed) and visits to markets to evaluate operational implementation of plans
•Work with sales to identify, analyze and implement alternative trade channel strategies in order to optimise distribution of product.
•With CCSD identify promotional opportunities for Cereals.

3. Pricing
•Following an agreed pricing strategy, setting master pricing and promotional pricing to meet budget requirements.
• Monitoring of pricing within agreed parameters.
• Investigation and delivery of price points to optimise product penetration in the bottom end of the market.

4. Administration
•Liaison with Finance & Control (FICO) to optimise P&L, transfer pricing, SKU performance data, bad goods analyses and any other necessary information
•Responding to queries and supplying Equatorial African Region (EAR) feedback within deadline
•Response to queries from other markets within agreed times
•Use of best practice tools to manage business Product Fixed & Marketing Expense (PFME) spend, volume projections and New Product Development (NPD) process)

5. Promotions
•Setting up, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of promotions beginning with approved briefs and meeting internal audit requirements.
•Manage the implementation and evaluation of approved Consumer Communication plan.
•Regular attendance and input at regional sales meetings.

6. People Leadership
•Oversee brand team and develop marketing competencies of junior staff members

Requirements:
•Analytical & strategic thinking skills
•Excellent Time Management skills
•Ability to effectively communicate with all divisions / groups within the organization
•Effective interpersonal and active listening skills
•Knows their way around the P&L
•Comfortable with systems & tools
•Excellent team player
•Living company principles & values

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 September 2010.
Adept Systems
MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS
P O Box 6416, Nairobi, GPO 00100
Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke
Web: www.adeptsys.biz

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PricewaterhouseCoopers: Human Capital Advisor

PricewaterhouseCoopers provides industry-focused advisory, tax and assurance services to public sector entities and private companies, building public trust and enhancing value for clients and their stakeholders.

With more than 7,500 professional staff located in 31 countries in Africa, PwC has the largest foot-print of all professional services firms on the African continent. Local ownership of all our Africa firms assures commitment to the development of our people and economy.

We are seeking to strengthen our Human Capital team in Kenya by recruiting a highly motivated individual for the position of a Human Capital Advisor.

Reporting to the Country Head of Human Capital, the role holder will play a significant role as part of the team to help implement the human capital strategy in Kenya.

Specifically, the key responsibilities of the Human Capital Advisor will be to:

• Be part of the Human Capital team in delivering the Human Capital strategy and the PwC People Experience
• Coordinate the implementation of the Learning and Development (L&D) activities for the non-technical business skills for the firm
• Be part of the of Learning and Development community in the roll-out and monitoring of the Learning Management System
• Maintain relationships with the business leaders, staff and external stakeholders and provide support in employment legislation matters, policy issues and learning and development
• Preparation and analysis of HR management reports regularly as and when required for the business
• Support in actively reviewing the existing policies to comply with the labour legislation and best practice market trends
• Maintain relationships with the business unit leaders to provide information, investigate trends, establish L&D demands and gain feedback on non-technical training offerings
• Drive the strategy for the non-technical training offering and ensure there is consistency across the firm
• Measure and report the effectiveness and value of L&D activity across the firm on non-technical training offerings

The successful candidate will be required to have the following demonstrable skills and competencies:

• Degree in Social Sciences with a post graduate diploma in Human Resource Management
• Minimum of 3 - 5 years of demonstrable experience as a HR generalist in. a HR business partner role or in a similar role. Experience in learning & development and HR policy reviews would be an added advantage
• Knowledge of external market best practices for learning and development delivery including cost effective and efficient transactional services
• Excellent relationship management and influencing skills at different levels in the firm
• Knowledge of employment legislation and best practices in human capital practices and policies

To Apply:
To apply for this position, please send your application with a detailed CV including names of at least 3 referees to recruitment.ke@ke.pwc.com or apply online on our website www.pwc.com/ke/careers

Closing Date: 15 September 2010

© 2010 PricewaterhouseCoopers. AH rights reserved. "PricewaterhouseCoopers" refers to the network of members firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited, each of which is a separate and independent legal entity

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UCL Pharmaceutical Company: Jobs and Vacancies in Kenya

UCL is a growing Pharmaceutical Company in East & Central Africa with presence in 15 countries.

To strengthen our team we require to fill the following vacant positions.

Quality Assurance

• Dynamic Minimum Bsc/Pharmacy degree holder to work in our Quality Assurance Department.

Production Manager

• A highly result oriented Bsc/Pharmacy degree holder to head the production department.
• The person should be self driven and a team leader

Production Supervisors

• Leaders with a flair for production and working as Supervisors.
• Preferably in the Pharmaceutical field.
• The person should be a Diploma holder in Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Technology.

Store Keeper

• Qualified Store Keeper with hands on experience in Store Keeping.
• The person should be a graduate with a minimum of Diploma in related field.

Dispensers

• Qualified Dispensers, minimum Diploma holders in Pharmacy.

QC Analysts

• Self driven Quality Control Analysts who are minimum holders a Diploma/Bsc in Analytical Chemistry and Bsc Microbiology.

Machine Operators

• Machine Operators to operate several machines in our production department.
• The persons should be able to operate the machines, trouble shoot, repair and maintain the machines.
• Diploma in Engineering will be preferred.

Vet Manager

• A graduate in Vet Sciences with hands on experience in sales both domestic and the export market.
• The person should have at least 3 years experience in selling Vet products.
• Expertise in feed supplements will be an added advantage.

Regulatory Affairs

• Degree/Diploma in Pharmacy.
• The person should have hands on experience in registration of drugs and its documentation.

Mechanical Engineer

• Degree/Diploma in Mechanical Engineer.
• The person will maintain and control ail production equipment, analyze root problems, trouble shoot, commissioning of equipment and relevant documentation.

NB

For all above positions:

• Basic computer knowledge is a requirement
• State your current and expected remuneration
• Experience will be an added advantage

To Apply:

For all positions please apply through hro@ucl.co.ke stating on the Subject line which position you are applying.

You can also apply through post:

To The Human Resources Office,

Universal Corporation Ltd,

P. O. Box 2072 – 00902, Kikuyu.

Deadline: 15th Sept 2010

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Van Den Berg Kenya Limited: Clinical Officer

Van Den Berg Kenya Limited is a Rose Flower Growing farm located on Moi South Lake Road in Naivasha.

We pride ourselves in quality of our personnel and productivity We seek to fill the above position in our clinic and invite qualified and dedicated applicants.

The Position

Reporting to the Nursing Officer in Charge, the job holder will provide the highest standards of primary and curative health services to the company's employees numbering 1500 and their dependants.

Key Responsibilities

• Delivering clinical services to all levels of company employees including administration of ARV and TB medication
• Treatment and referral for specialized treatment in consultation with the company's Medical Doctor
• Carrying out preventive health services including continuous health education
• Ensuring that the best health and safety practices are adhered to
• Assisting in the development of health and safety guidelines within the company.
• Act as a link between the company clinic and other relevant Government agencies.

Personal Profile

• Mature disposition, unquestionable integrity with meticulous approach to work
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills
• Dynamic, able to take initiative and inspire others
• Goal oriented and ability to work independently

Requirements

• Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Surgery from a recognized institution
• Certificate of registration with the Clinical Officers' Council
• Training in HIV /AIDS & TB management
• Minimum of 3 years experience in a similar position
• Be at least 30years and above
• Computer knowledge will be an added advantage.

To Apply:
Applications with detailed CV indicating current and expected remunerations together with copies of certificates should be sent to the following address:-

Human Resource Manager
Van Den Berg (K) Limited,
P.O. Box 1129, Naivasha.
e-mail: george@roseskenya.com

Applications should be received not later than 2nd September, 2010

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Emergency Plus Medical Services: Assistant Accountant

Emergency Plus Medical Services is a private company, limited by guarantee, fully owned by the Kenya Red Cross to offer emergency medical services which include 24hr ambulance service, first aid training and the sale of first aid kits.

The Company is looking to recruit a qualified self driven individual of high integrity to fill the mentioned position.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Prepare purchase orders and send copies to suppliers and to departments originating requests.
• Determine if inventory quantities are sufficient for needs, ordering more materials when necessary.
• Respond to supplier inquiries about order status, changes, or cancellations.
• Contacting suppliers to schedule or expedite deliveries and to resolve shortages, missed or late deliveries, and other challenges.
• Review requisition orders to verify accuracy, terminology, and specifications
• Carry out stock takes and generating reports for the same.
• Process payments for suppliers and ensuring all suppliers are paid on time
• Ensure all stocks (ambulance and first aid) are well managed
• Compare prices, specifications, and delivery dates to determine the best bid among potential suppliers
• Track the status of requisitions, contracts, and orders.
• Perform related work as required

Qualifications/ Requirements

• B. Com or any accounting degree from a recognised University
• CPA II or equivalent
• Supply and Procurement knowledge/understanding is an added advantage
• High level of integrity and honesty is a must

Closing date: 30th Aug 2010

Location: Nairobi

To Apply:
All applications to be sent by email only to: info@eplus.co.ke

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

For more information, visit www.eplus.co.ke

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addili for design: Card Design Trainer (Part-Time)

A new and fast growing fashion house is looking for qualified, committed and readily available card design trainer.

Position: Card Design Trainer (Part-Time)

Duties and responsibilities:

• Have knowledge in card design and be able to share this knowledge with trainees.
• Be creative and innovative.
• Be able to work within our schedule.

Person requirements:

• Be willing to work with us as a new company.
• Have good communication and presentation skills.
• Be flexible and adaptable.
• Be transparent and accountable.
• Be able to work under deadlines and meet targets.

If you posses the above qualities and are ready to be committed to this job please send your CV immediately to addilifordesign@gmail.com .

Deadline for application is 25th August 2010.

P.S. Only serious applicants required

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addili for design: Marketing Executives

A new and fast growing fashion house is looking for qualified, committed and readily available female marketing executives.

Position: Marketing Executives

Duties and responsibilities

• Come up with marketing ideas to be followed through after approval.
• Go into the field to interact with our potential and existing clients.
• Attend functions to represent the company.

Person requirements

• Be willing to work with us as a new company.
• Have a diploma or degree in marketing. .
• Have good communication and presentation skills.
• Be flexible and adaptable.
• Be transparent and accountable.
• Be able to work under deadlines and meet targets.

If you posses the above qualities and are ready to be committed to this job please send your CV immediately to addilifordesign@gmail.com.

Deadline for application is 25th August 2010.

P.S. Only serious applicants required

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Cresco Skills Development: Jobs and Vacancies in Kenya

Are you willing to set new standards in a leading motor vehicle spares and accessories company with an East African
Can you think ‘outside the box’ be passionate about your career and set new standards?

Positions Available

1. Suspension Division Manager

RE: CSD/ SMD – AUG 2010

You must have a minimum of BSc in business or engineering with superior standing. You must have a passion for automobiles and suspension systems, with a minimum of 3 years experience in both commercial (sale and marketing) and technical areas. You should have excellent written and oral communication skills, and be able to impart technical training to persons without a technical background.

2. Product Sales Manager

RE: CSD/ PSM – AUG 2010

You must have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in sales and marketing or business. You must have a passion for sales and marketing, with 1 to 3 years experience. While the position is based In Nairobi, most of your time will be spent travelling all across the country to expand your market.

3. Workshop Manager

RE: CSD/ WM – AUG 2010

You must have a diploma or degree in a technical field, and 2-3 years of experience managing a busy workshop. You will be required to manage a prestigious retail workshop with state-of-the-art equipment and a high turnover of customers.

To Apply:

If you meet the above criteria, send your CV clearly marked with the job reference, to P.O. Box 14207-00800, Nairobi, Kenya no later than September 3rd 2010, or email it to dipti@crescoskills.co.za

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Safaricom Kenya: IT Infrastructure Head of Department

We are pleased to announce the following vacancy in the IT Infrastructure Department within the Information Technology Division. This is a Senior Management position that has four functions reporting to it with a growing team of 30 staff.

The functions reporting to this role are; Systems Infrastructure, Network Infrastructure, Systems Security and Service Operations.

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

Ref No: IT-HODITI-AUGUST-2010

Reporting to the Chief Information Officer (CIO), the job holder will be responsible for the design, implementation and management of business support IT infrastructure including the data centers, servers, storage. user workstations, office equipment, local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), Internet links and communication systems.

They will also be responsible for providing technical support to internal business users.

The job holder’s key responsibilities will be to:

• Ensure that all IT infrastructure and related applications are designed, implemented and managed to meet the business requirements:
• Develop, implement and manage Information and Network Security policies, procedures and controls as per the company's policies as well as global best practice;
• Ensure the implementation, monitoring and management of security aspects of IT infrastructure and applications including vulnerability assessments, penetration testing and resolutions on all technical systems;
• Develop and manage a team as well as implement processes, systems and tools to provide timely and comprehensive support to internal business users on issues relating to IT;
• Implementation and maintenance of a Data Center to meet Safaricom’s internal needs as well as offer managed services and hosted type services;
• Implementation and maintenance of a fully Functional IT Service Operations Centre:
• Regularly develop and review infrastructure, application, people and financial plans in line with Divisional and Company objectives;
• Ensure Optimization of Capital & Operational Expenditure;
• Ensure consistent, quality and comprehensive support from Service Operations team to projects and internal business users on issues relating to IT Service Operations;
• Recruit, develop and retain a high performing team with clear objectives and career development plans which are regularly reviewed;
• Ensure proper management of the performance cycle and the identification of talent within the department as and when the need arises:
• Ensure development and analysis of relevant management reports on various key aspects of the departments responsibilities,

The ideal candidate should possess the following skills & competencies:

• Degree in an ICT related field e.g. Electrical Engineering/Computer Science/Technology Management;
• A Masters degree in an ICT or Business Administration related field;
• At least one certification in an area relevant to this job e.g. ITIL, CCNP, MCSE, CISSP;
• Good technical understanding and experience in Software, Hardware, Systems Administration, Network Technology, Service Management, IT Security, Telecommunications Management and Project Management;
• 12 years experience in IT Services and Network Management: 4 of which should be in a Senior Leadership Position:
• Good communication and report writing skills;
• Strong project management experience and skills;
• Good management and leadership skills;
• Analytical thinking;
• Good understanding of business.

Additionally, you must possess a 'can-do’ attitude with a willingness to grow and change with the company. The ability to multi-task and manage a variety of projects in a pressurized environment is also key.

To Apply:
If you feel that you are up to the challenge and posses the necessary qualification and experience, please send your résumé and application letter indicating your experience and why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title and Ref No to the address below. The deadline for application is Friday 27 August, 2010

The Senior Manager — Talent Acquisition
Safaricom Limited
Nairobi
Via E-mail to: hr@safaricom.co.ke

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Avery Africa: Projects Manager

We are a Kenyan company and a market leader established 40 years ago. We wish to recruit a Projects Manager.

This position is responsible for planning, executing and supervising projects according to strict deadlines and within budget.

Job Profile:

• Direct and manage project development from beginning to the end.
• Define project scope, goals and deliverables that support business goals
• Draft and submit budget proposals and recommend subsequent budget changes where necessary.
• Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path.
• Plan and schedule project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools.
• Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises and devise contingency plans.
• Define project success criteria and disseminate them to involved parties throughout project life cycle.
• Conduct project postmortems and create a recommendations report in order to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements.

Person Profile:

• A university graduate preferably in Engineering
• A diploma/post graduate qualification in Project Management will be an added advantage
• Have a valid driving license
• Relevant experience 3-5 years in a Project Management at Senior level
• Good working knowledge Ms office
• Can conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analytical and problem solving capabilities
• Ability to read communication styles of team members and contractors who come from a broad spectrum of disciplines.
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills.

To Apply:

Please send a cover letter and an updated CV indicating your daytime numbers email address and names of three referees to hr@averyafrica.com or to Human Resource Department P.O Box 30417-00100 Nairobi by 27 September 2010. Indicate your current or past salary

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Signode Kenya (SPSL): Sales Executives

Signode Kenya (SPSL) is a subsidiary of Illinois Tool Works Inc., USA. ITW is a US Fortune 200 diversified manufacturing company with nearly 100 years of history of meeting critical customer needs in a variety of industries SPSL would like to recruit suitably qualified candidates from Kenya for following positions.

SPSL/1: Sales Executives - Nairobi/Mombasa

Role: To develop new customers, new applications and new channels for improving sales in the territory and optimizing customer satisfaction

Responsibilities will include sales, developing and managing distributor network, documentation and payment collection.

Education: University degree in Engineering / Science or equivalent qualifications, Post Graduate qualifications will give candidates added advantage.

Relevant work experience and skills:

• Minimum 4 - 5 years experience in selling Industrial Products.
  
• Experience in selling/servicing of Packaging machineries, consumables and Coding products would be an added advantage.

Please apply before 28th August 2010 preferably by Email to: careers@signodekenya.co.ke

Please visit our website www.signode.com for more information

Signode Packaging Systems Ltd.
P.O.Box 78160-00507
Nairobi, Kenya

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Investments Olympus: sales executives

We are a food processing company based in Nairobi’s Industrial Area and we are looking for super-performers to join our team as sales executives who will be responsible for business development and customer relationship management.

Qualification Pr. requisites:

• Minimum Higher Diploma in Sales & Marketing
• At least 2 years experience in direct sales particularly with new product market penetration

Key Competencies:

• A strong track record in sales particularly direct selling of new products
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Presentable, articulate and able to manage relationships effectively
• Person of exemplary and unquestionable integrity
• Ability to formulate solutions and offer opinions in an open manner.

To Apply:

If you are qualified and interested in this position, please send your application letter and CV to investmentsolympus@gmail. com by close of business 27 August 2010.

Your CV should include details of your achievements in direct sales.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted

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United States Agency for International Development: Agricultural Biotechnology Specialist

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID), Kenya Mission seeks to fill the position of Agricultural Biotechnology Specialist for its Agriculture, Business & Environment Office (ABEO).

The position is based in Nairobi and is open to qualified Kenyan citizens.

Functions of the Position:

The Agricultural Biotechnology Advisor serves as the principal biotechnology advisor to USAID/Kenya, and as the biotechnology program manager and Contracting/Agreement Officer’s Technical Representative within ABEO.

The Specialist provides expertise on the subject of agricultural biotechnology (crops and livestock), designs and manages the USAID/Kenya biotechnology program, monitors policy developments, advises on testing and transfer of biotechnology products, and ensures that program activities support USAID’s objectives to improve agricultural productivity, economic growth, food security, and environmental policy.

He/she manages all USAID/Kenya’s biotechnology program activities and reports on results and impact in close collaboration with USAID/Washington biotechnology specialists.

He/she represents USAID at various forums and liaises with donors, the private sector, Government of Kenya agencies, non-governmental organizations, international research organizations, advocacy groups and other stakeholders in the sector in Kenya.

Required Qualifications:

Any application that does not meet the minimum requirements stated below will not be evaluated. Only short listed applicants will be contacted.

If you have not been contacted within one month from the closing date of this advertisement, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Education: A Master’s degree or higher in molecular biology, agricultural biotechnology, or a closely related field is required.

Professional Experience and Knowledge (65%): Minimum 5-7 years practical experience in agricultural biotechnology development and transfer, biosafety, biotechnology policy/regulatory framework development, and/or closely related work. Strong technical knowledge related to the scientific underpinnings of biotechnology and demonstrated understanding of associated policy, social, environmental and economic/trade issues and institutions in Kenya. Demonstrated expert-level technical knowledge and practical experience in agricultural biotechnology research and technology transfer in Kenya. Substantive experience with program/project development, management, and performance monitoring, preferably for an international organization.

Skills and Abilities (35%): Highly developed interpersonal skills, including the ability to be an effective team member in a multi-cultural environment, with excellent analytical, written and verbal communication skills. Fluency in writing and speaking English and Kiswahili. Ability to develop and maintain high level contacts in the field of agricultural biotechnology and represent USAID effectively. Must be a self-starter, able to analyze and evaluate complex information from a variety of sources and prepare precise, accurate and well-written reports, often under tight deadlines and with minimal direction. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is required.

To Apply:

Those fulfilling the requirements of the position should submit their application together with a detailed curriculum vitae/ resume and copies of all relevant academic certificates to the following address:

The Human Resources Office, USAID/Kenya, P.O. Box 629, Village Market 00621. Nairobi, Kenya Re: Agricultural Biotechnology Specialist, ABEO/USAID/Kenya

Applications must reach the USAID HR office by COB September 03, 2010

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