G4S: MARKETING MANAGER

Main Purpose of Role: As a result of expansion and rapid growth, we are seeking to recruit suitably qualified candidate to fill the position of Marketing Manager.

Reporting to the Sales & Marketing Director, the incumbent will be responsible for establishing marketing strategies to meet business objectives

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and coordinate all marketing, advertising and promotional staff and activities
• Conduct market research to determine market requirements for existing and future products
• Analysis of customer research, current market conditions and competitor information
• Develop and implement marketing plans and projects for new and existing products
• Manage the productivity of the marketing plans and projects
• Monitor, review and report on all marketing activities and results
• Determine and manage the marketing budget
• Deliver marketing activities within agreed budget
• Develop / review the pricing strategy
• Liaison with media and advertising agencies

Requirements:

• Business or marketing-related degree (preferably MBA) or equivalent professional qualification
• Experience in all aspects of developing and maintaining marketing strategies.
• Technical marketing skills
• Proven experience in customer and market research
• Relevant product and industry knowledge is an added advantage
• IT proficiency
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Organization and planning skills
• Problem analysis and problem-solving
• Team-leadership
• Formal presentation skills

Successful candidates will be expected to undergo a stringent vetting exercise that includes integrity testing.
Interested candidates should send their application and CV addressed to the Human Resource Director, to reach us on or before Monday, 11th June 2010, by email to:
career.move@ke.g4s.com
G4S is an equal opportunity employer and addresses itself to the core values of best people.
Only successful applicants will be contacted.
Canvassing is highly discouraged

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G4S: Jobs and Vacancies in Kenya

Head of Procurement:

As part of the Senior Management team, the Head of Procurement will be reporting to the Finance Director and play a pivotal part in the management of the procurement, resourcing and related functions to ensure that all of these are of high international standard and in line with the Group’s stringent guidelines.

This will include the management and coordination of all material control functions to ensure the effective purchasing, receiving, storage, retrieval, delivery and accountability systems to support the company’s objectives.

This challenging role requires dedication and a high level of integrity in dealing with a broad range of stakeholders that include the internal customers, local and overseas suppliers, service providers as well as other governmental bodies.

Key Responsibilities:

The key responsibilities of the Head of Procurement include:

• Establishing policy, organizational structure, staff and procedures to ensure an effective procurement offering to the company
• Implementing and maintaining accountability systems that will support purchasing, receiving, storage, retrieval, delivery for all materials used by all divisions
• Maintaining an interface with vendors and service representatives to ensure that all requirements meet established standards and that applicable guidelines, policies and procedures are understood and followed throughout the procurement process
• Surveying the market for latest trends in price, availability, delivery and quality to ensure quality control and profitability
• Managing and coordinating schedules, task assignments, and the allocation of all resources to ensure compliance with departmental commitments
• Managing the service for storage, delivery and installation of furniture and office equipment.
• Determining fiscal requirements of departments and prepare budgetary recommendations, monitor, verify and reconcile expenditure of budgeted funds
• Preparing and coordinating the preparation of reports and analyses setting forth progress, adverse trends and appropriate recommendations or conclusions.
• Planning and conducting meetings with all reporting staff to ensure compliance with established practices
• Implementing new policies and procedures and keeping employees abreast of current changes and standards
• Preparing reporting information in line with the requirements of the Group’s accounting standards and practice
• Effective management of urgent and crisis situations where normal procurement policy and procedures might not be feasible
• Contributing to the overall strategy and effectiveness of the company and Finance Division in the company

Qualifications:

• A relevant Bachelors degree is essential and a MBA will be an advantage.
• A Professional qualification in Purchasing and Supplies Management or a relevant Accounting Qualification will be an advantage.
• A minimum of 5 years experience in in a large and busy commercial procurement environment , which includes purchasing; inventory accounting; inventory storage systems; awareness of products; vendors; markets.
• Proven experience in the management of substantial purchasing and capital expenditure budgets
• Ability to understand and apply Procurement Best Practice and develop a strategic resourcing philosophy.
• Well developed IT skills and experience with large database systems
• High level of team leadership and the ability to make independent strategic decisions
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to manage relationships with all stakeholders, in particular vendors
• High professional ethics and integrity.
• Expert negotiation skills, persuasiveness and the ability to influence people positively
• Systematic, organized and focused on customer satisfaction
• Enthusiasm and success oriented
• Ability to accept accountability
• Analytical skills and ability to identify areas of development to recommend and implement systems, policies & procedures to ensure optimization of the procurement function
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills
• Ability to think strategically and approach challenges with all stakeholders in mind
• Ability to manage pressure effectively and deal with disappointments in a constructive way.

Successful candidates will be expected to undergo a stringent vetting exercise that includes integrity testing.

Interested candidates should send their application and CV addressed to the Human Resource Director, to reach us on or before Friday, 11th June 2010, by email to:

career.move@ke.g4s.com

G4S is an equal opportunity employer and addresses itself to the core values of best people.

Only successful applicants will be contacted.

Canvassing is highly discouraged

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College of African Wildlife Management: - Jobs and Vacancies in Tanzania

Senior Lecturer: Wildlife Management

Requirements : Holder of a Doctorate (PhD) Degree in any of the following disciplines: Wildlife Tourism, Wildlife Ecology, Natural Resources Management, Environmental Science, Wildlife Management, Community Conservation and Tourism and Conservation planning or any other relevant disciplines

Job Description :Prepare and deliver lectures on Wildlife Management

Supplies Officer II

Requirements : Holder of a Certified Procurement and Supplies Professional (CPSP) and Bachelors of Commerce or BBA in Procurement and Logistics Management or Advanced Diploma in Materials Management or other equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution

Job Description :Procurement of goods and services

Tutorial Assistant: Wildlife Management

Requirements : Assist in teaching in Certificate in Wildlife Management

Job Description :Holder of Bachelors Degree or equivalent qualifications from a recognized University in the following disciplines: Wildlife Ecology, Natural Resource Management, Wildlife Management or other relevant disciplines

Senior Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Administrator I

Requirements : Holder of Bachelors Degree or above in Information Technology or tes equivalent with knowledge in SQL server or its equivalent

Job Description :Formulate work programes of the ICT Section, Supervises and co-ordinates implementation, monitors and evaluates performance of the section

Senior Internal Auditor I

Requirements : Holder of a Bachelors Degree in Accountancy or Finance or Advanced Diploma in Accountancy with CPA (T) or ACCA or ACA or equivalent qualifications from a recognised institution

Job Description :Responsible for managing audit functions in the Audit Unit

Office Management Secretary I

Requirements : Holder of an Advanced/Ordinary Level Certificate of Secondary Education with a Diploma in Secretarial from a recognised institution with at least siz years of working experience

Job Description :Ensuring that both her office and that of the officer she is serving are opened, cleaned and dusted in time and all items required for work are available

Apply To : The Principal

College of African Wildlife Management, Mweka,

P.O. Box 3031,

Moshi, Tanzania

Closing Date : 14/Jun/2010

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Pharmaceutical Firm (Eldoret): Jobs and Vacancies in Kenya

A leading pharmaceutical firm in Eldoret would like to receive applications and comprehensive C.V for the following positions:

Pharmaceutical Technologists

• Diploma in Pharmacy from a recognized institution.
• Those registered with Pharmacy and Poisons Board an added advantage.

Human Resource Assistants

• Degree in HR, Business Management, or in Business related field.
• Higher Diploma in HR and a CPA Section 3 will be considered.

Qualified applicants are invited to submit written applications and, copies of their certificate and detailed CV before 10th June, 2010 to:

Human Resource Manager
P.O. Box 3868-30100,

Eldoret

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Kenya National Audit Office

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill vacant positions in the Kenya National Audit Office (KENAO) as indicated below.

ADVERTISEMENT NO. 1/2010: DIRECTOR OF AUDIT- 5 vacancies
SALARY: KENAO SCALE 3 – Basic: Kshs.110,682 to Kshs.140,778 pm

(a) Duties and Responsibilities
A Director of Audit will head an Audit Division comprising of a minimum of two Sub-divisions in Central Government, Local Authorities or State Corporations Departments. He/she may also be deployed in the Specialized Audit Department or in the Finance, Administration, Human Resource and Training Department or assigned any other duty or responsibility the Office may deem appropriate. He/she will be responsible for efficient and effective organization, co-ordination, control and supervision of all audit functions and other responsibilities, staff development and discipline in the Division.

(b) Requirements for Appointment
To be considered for appointment to the position of Director of Audit, applicants must have:-
(i) A Masters degree from a reputable university in any of the fields relevant to the audit function such
as Accounting, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Law, Business
Administration or Public Administration; or
(ii) A first degree from a reputable university plus CPA (K) or its recognized equivalent professional
qualification.
In both cases, applicants must have had extensive audit experience in the Public Service or in a large
audit firm for a minimum period of eighteen (18) years, three (3) of which must have been at a senior
level.
(iii) Applicants who are in possession of a first degree from a reputable university plus a post-graduate
diploma in fields relevant to the audit function and twenty (20) years experience in the Public Service
or in a large audit firm, three of them at a senior level, will also be considered.
(iv) Applicants from the Kenya National Audit Office who are qualified for promotion to the grade of Director of Audit in accordance with the Scheme of Service for Audit Examiners and Auditors will be considered.
(v) Applicants who have knowledge and experience in Value for Money, Environmental and/or Forensic
Audits, as well as in computerized auditing will have an added advantage.

ADVERTISEMENT NO. 2/2010: DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF AUDIT -2 vacancies
SALARY: KENAO SCALE 4 – Basic: Kshs.103,659 to Kshs.132,297 p.m.

(a) Duties and Responsibilities
A Deputy Director of Audit will be in charge of an Audit Sub-division comprising of a number of Audit Branches responsible for audit of several Government Ministries/Departments, Local Authorities or State Corporations. He/she may also be deployed in the Specialized Audit Department or in the Finance, Administration, Human Resource and Training Department or assigned any other duty or responsibility the Office may deem appropriate. He/she will be responsible for efficient and effective organization, co-ordination, control and supervision of audit operations and other responsibilities, staff development and discipline in the Sub-division.

(b) Requirements for Appointment
To be considered for appointment to the position of Deputy Director of Audit, applicants must have:-
(i) A Masters degree from a reputable university in any of the fields relevant to the audit function such
as Accounting, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Law, Business Administration or Public Administration; or
(ii) A first degree from a reputable university plus CPA (K) or its recognized equivalent professional
qualification. In both cases, applicants must have had extensive audit experience for a minimum period of fifteen (15) years either in the Public Service or in a large audit firm, three (3) of which must have been at a senior level.
(iii) Applicants who are in possession of a first degree from a reputable university plus a post-graduate
diploma in fields relevant to audit function and seventeen (17) years audit experience in the public
service or in a large audit firm, three (3) of them at a senior level, will also be considered.
(iv) Applicants from the Kenya National Audit Office who are qualified for promotion to the grade of Deputy
Director of Audit in accordance with the Scheme of Service for Audit Examiners and Auditors will be
considered.
(v) Applicants who have knowledge and experience in Value for Money, Environmental and/or Forensic
Audits, as well as in computerized auditing will have an added advantage.

ADVERTISEMENT NO. 3/2010: DRIVERS III – 4 vacancies
SALARY: KENAO SCALE 16 – Basic: Kshs.10,805 to Kshs.11,913 p.m.

(a) Duties and Responsibilities
Driver III is the entry grade into the Driver’s cadre. Duties and responsibilities at this level will involve
driving a motor vehicle as authorized, carrying out routine checks on the vehicle’s cooling, oil, electrical and brake systems, tyre pressure etc; detecting and reporting malfunctioning of vehicle systems, maintenance of work tickets for vehicles assigned, ensuring the security and safety for the vehicle on and off the road, safety of the passengers and/or goods therein, and maintaining cleanliness of the vehicle.

(b) Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-
(i) Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education mean grade D (plain) or its equivalent qualification from a
recognized institution;
(ii) A valid driving licence free from any current endorsement(s) for class(es) of vehicle (s) an officer is required to drive;
(iii) Attended a First-Aid Certificate Course lasting not less than one (1) week at St John Ambulance or
Kenya Institute of Highway and Building Technology (KIHBT) or any other recognized institution;
(iv) Passed Suitability Test for Driver Grade III;
(v) Passed Practical Test for Drivers conducted by the respective Ministry/Department;
(vi) A valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Kenya Police; and
(vii) At least two (2) years driving experience

Interested and qualified persons are requested to download application forms PSC 2 (REVISED 2007) and PSC 2A from KENAO’s website: www.kenao.go.ke. or from the Public Service
Commission of Kenya.

(i) Applicants from the Public Service should complete three (3) copies of both PSC 2 (REVISED 2007)
and PSC 2A forms. All the three (3) copies of duly completed PSC 2 (REVISED 2007) forms should be submitted to the Controller and Auditor General.

The original copy of PSC 2A forms should be submitted to the Controller and Auditor-General through Heads of Departments who will complete Part II of the form and forward it to the Controller and Auditor General.
Duplicate and triplicate copies of PSC 2A should be submitted directly to the Controller and Auditor-
General.

(ii) Applicants who are not in the Public Service should complete three (3) copies of PSC.2 (REVISED
2007) forms and submit them directly to the Controller and Auditor-General.
(iii) In all cases, copies of the applicant’s certificates, testimonials and ID Card (not originals) should be
attached to the duly completed original copies of application forms.
(iv) Applications should reach the Controller and Auditor-General by 18 June, 2010. The applications
can either be mailed to:-

The Controller and Auditor-General,
Kenya National Audit Office,
P.O. Box 30084-00100,
NAIROBI.
Or

Hand-delivered to the reception of the Kenya National Audit Office on 3rd Floor of Anniversary
Towers, University Way, Nairobi. Or

Submitted through e-mail: cag@kenao.go.ke

(v) Applicants should indicate the Advertisement Number of the position applied for on the application forms as required and on the envelope forwarding the forms, where this mode of delivery is preferred.

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Cables & Plastics (Mombasa): Jobs and Vacancies in Kenya

Leading manufactures of household & industrial plastic products in Kenya has an opening for the following positions to be based in their Mombasa plant

1. Production Supervisor (2 Positions)

Key Responsibilities:

• Efficient recruitment & utilization of manpower
• Optimum machine utilization & reduction in cost of production

Minimum Qualifications:

• Degree in electrical/ mechanical/process or related field.
• 5 years experience in a large industrial setup

2. Maintenance Technician (3 Positions)

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and implement a preventive maintenance schedule for all machines and equipment in the factory
• Ensure efficiency in production & reduction of down time

Minimum Qualifications:

• Diploma in mechanical engineering or equivalent
• Minimum of 3years of experience in a large industrial setup
• Knowledge in hydraulics will be preferred

3. Extruder Attendant (3 Positions)

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate the extruder for manufacturing assorted PVC products
• Ensure that the machine is well maintained and operated in optimum condition

Minimum Qualifications:

• KCSE level of education
• 3 years experience in similar industry

4. IT Officer

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintenance of the current custom made applications in VBA & MS Access/MS Excel
• Maintaining & Troubleshooting of IT Infrastructure in the organization

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in computer science/information technology or equivalent from a recognised university
• Minimum 2 years hands-on working programming experience using VBA and MS Excel/MS Access in a busy organisation is essential.
• Relevant Certification in MCSE or CCNA will be an added advantage

If you meet the above qualifications, confidently send your application attaching your academic testimonials to:

Human Resources Officer
Cables & Plastics Ltd
P.O. Box 86636 – GPO 80100
Mombasa

or email hr@cplafrica.com

To reach not later than 11th June 2010

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St. Mary’s Mission Hospital Mumias: - Jobs and Vacancies in Kenya

The Board of Governors and Health Management Team – St. Mary’s Hospital- Mumias invites applications from suitable candidates for the following positions;

1. Kenya Registered Community Health Nurses (KRCHN) – 5 Positions
Requirements:
• Must have a Diploma in Community Health Nursing.
• Must have a practicing license from the Nursing Council of Kenya.
• Must have at least 1 year working experience.
• Must be computer literate

2. Kenya Enrolled Community Health Nurses (KECHN)
– 5 Positions
Requirements:
• Must have a Certificate in Community Health Nursing.
• Must have a practicing license from the Nursing Council of Kenya.
• Must have at least 1 year working experience.
• Must be computer literate

If you meet the above qualifications, send your application together with copies of CV, day time telephone and names of referees to reach the undersigned on or before Friday 4th June, 2010. The Human Resources Officer,

St. Mary’s Hospital – Mumias,
P.O. Box 250 – 50102,
MUMIAS
Tel. No. 0723 927231
E-mail: stmarysmission2008@gmail.com

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Kigali City: - Jobs and Vacancies in Rwanda

The Kigali City would like, to recruit international and local competent, skilled and experienced staff for Infrastructure development and urban planning.

Background:

Kigali City covers an area of 730 square meters of which 40% is urban and the rest being considered a zone for expansion of the urbanization process. The population of Kigali is about 1,000,000. It is one of the fastest growing cities in Africa in terms of urbanization and is key to the social-Economic development of the country. The city has successfully completed its conceptual master plan and part of its detailed physical plans and is in the process of completing the latter.

Having completed its master plan with excellence, as this has so far won 4 international awards; Kigali City is now set to implement it. Over 60% of the City is unplanned settlement. The strategy to address the challenges is twofold:

a) Slum upgrading where the existing construction is strong but lacks the necessary infrastructure (roads, drainage, sewage management etc). In this case the latter will be established to protect and avail these basic services to the community with minimum expropriation,

b) Complete redevelopment where settlement is composed of very densely, poorly constructed and unsafe constructions.

The master plan implementation has to foster sustainable social-economic development in accordance with sound ecological principles and equitable distribution of resources to the citizens. To this, the city is committed to ensuring the safety and security of its citizens through establishing and maintaining sound waste management system, public health and hygiene as well as cleanliness and city beatification.

The vision of Kigali City is to make Kigali city a safer, cleaner, and more competitive, modern city with an infrastructural base to ensure expanding opportunities for sustainable development for its citizens and, visitors wanting to travel live and invest in the city and the country at large.

Director General in charge of Infrastructure development and urban planning

Required qualifications and key skills:

The Director General should have the following qualifications:

• A Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering, from a recognized University and a diploma or a deep working knowledge of urban planning with a minimum of 10 years’ post-qualification experience in the relevant field in a large institution and preferably public.

Transportation Engineer

Required qualifications and key skills

• A Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation from a recognized University or Institute of Higher Learning with 8 years’ post-qualification experience in field applied for,
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of Civil Engineering as applied to municipal public works activities or any other related field.

Urban Planner

Required qualifications and key skills

• Master’s degree in Urban Planning with extensive practical experience in urban planning and design, knowledge and experience in strategic planning and participatory approaches is also necessary.
• At least 10 years of relevant experience of which 5 are at international level.

Mode of Application:

The application should comprise the following documents:

• A cover letter clearly identifying how they meet the requirements of the post with a comprehensive curriculum vitae attached;
• Two certified true copies of each degree and professional certificates; Two passport photos;
• Testimonials (to provide his/her experience);
• A medical certificate issued by a Government Physician;
• Criminal record certificate

Interested candidates who are qualified for the posts should send the above mentioned documents to the address below not later than 21 st June 2010 at 12.00.

Late applications will be rejected.

Detailed job profile can be found on the website of Kigali city.

Attn: Executive Secretary
Kigali City
P.O. Box: 3527
Tel: 250- 57 2255 /576967.
Website: www.kigalicity.gov.rw

Done at Kigali, on 26th May 2010.

Mukasonga Solange
Acting Executive Secretary Kigali City

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VAS Consultants: Assistant Consultant

Assistant Consultant

Responsibilities:

* Preparing proposals and reports;
* Supporting consultants in assignments execution; and
* Undertaking research in identified areas.

Requirements:

* Bachelors degree in a business related area ( BCom, BBA, BEd (Business Studies));
* 1 year working experience;
* Computer literate with good working knowledge of computer packages such as MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint;
* Excellent communication skills;
* Commitment to continuous learning;
* Able to work on strict deadlines;
* A team player with good interpersonal skills and integrity;
* Ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment.

Competitive remuneration will be offered to the successful applicants.

Interested candidates should send their applications accompanied with their CVs to the Director at info@vas.co.ke by 5th June 2010

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