Human Capital and Administration Manager Job Vacancy in Kenya - Catering and Tourism Development Levy Trustees (CTDLT)

Catering and Tourism Development Levy Trustees (CTDLT) is a State Corporation established under the Hotels and Restaurants Act Cap 494 Laws of Kenya, with the core mandate of collecting, controlling, administering the training and tourism development levy fund and establishing and developing national standards for testing skills required in the Tourism Industry is seeking to recruit a qualified Kenyan citizen to fill the following position:-

Human Capital and Administration Manager

Grade: 02

Responsibilities
• Planning, Coordinating and Implementing human resource and administration policies, strategies, systems and processes aligned to organizational objectives;
• Ensuring correct interpretation and implementation of human resource policies, rules and regulations, including those related to pensions, salaries, labour laws and other statutes relating to human resource;
• Conduct a regular and comprehensive functional review and staff audit and provide a strategic direction on its appropriateness;
• Ensure the development of appropriate administrative structures to ensure effective and efficient service delivery;
• Oversee the implementation of an effective human resource management information system for monitoring, tracking and evaluating employees activities;
• Benefits administration as well as employee relations aimed at staff morale, increasing productivity and enhancing organizational effectiveness;
• Lead and facilitate change management and implement leadership management and staff development programme for efficient service delivery;
• Maintain manpower, succession and development plans for talented innovative and critical staff to support business plans;
• Advising on proper recruitment, deployment, staff performance, career progression, etc;
• Making appropriate recommendations and proposals on human capital planning succession Management;
• Ensuring and enforcing safety and security procedures;
• Oversee day to day administrative processes for effective support to operations and service delivery;
• Guiding, monitoring and supervision of staff under him/her.

Qualifications

For appointment to this position, one must have the following:-
• Bachelors degree in Social Sciences, Human Resources or related subject from a university recognized in Kenya;
• Masters degree in Human Resources, Business Administration with specialization in human resource from a university recognized in Kenya will be an added advantage;
• A higher Diploma in Human Resource Management or CPS (K).

Experience
• Minimum five (5) years relevant experience, three of which must be at a senior management level.

Other Requirements
• Be a member of a Professional body;
• Demonstrate outstanding professional competence in Human Resource Management issues;
• High Integrity, result oriented, passes strong analytical, communication and interpersonal skills;
• Be a team player;
• Proficiency in IT applications.
Interested candidates who meet the requirements are asked to submit their application with a detailed updated curriculum vitae with three referees, copies of relevant certificates, testimonials and day contact telephone number to:-

The Chief Executive Officer
Catering & Tourism Development Levy Trustees,
P. O. Box 46987-00100 GPO
Nairobi.

Email: info@ctdlt.co.ke

To reach the office not later than 5.00pm Thursday 16th February, 2012.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification

CTDLT is an equal opportunity employer.

ABC Bank Personal Banker Job

Job title: Personal Banker

Job Summary

The purpose of this job is to:
• Grow personal banking business through acquisition of new customers and maintenance of existing customer.
• Cross-selling to existing customers and converting sales leads and walk-in customers to new customers.
Tasks & Responsibilities
• Meet personal banking sales targets both in number of accounts and volume and deposits through cross selling to existing customers and recruiting new customers.
• Prepare target audience lists and sales call plans; implement and make call reports
• Identify business development opportunities
• Interview prospective customers and assist them select an appropriate account to meet their needs.
• Assist the customer in perfection of account opening documentation
• Receive, verify and certify against original; all account application documents and forms from customer.
• Check and verify the accuracy, completeness of the documents against the checklist provide according to product lines; KYC/AML compliance requirements
• Request for searches where necessary
• Interview the customer and complete interview sheet
• Communicate to customers on accounts declined
• Receive, record and deliver ATM card pin mailers to customers
• Organise sales promotional activities, in-branch displays and other promotional matters
• Handling and monitoring customer enquiries and complaints effectively to ensure retention and loyalty
• Processing safe custody requests
• General Banking hall management

Job Specifications (Qualifications and training)

Qualifications & Experience:
• A University Degree in either Marketing of Business Management
• Proven record in the delivery of business targets
• Must have worked in the bank for at least 1 year in various departments.
• Well versed in the Bank’s products (state the products of services)
• Computer Literacy is essential
• Must have a passion for sales.

Skills and Training:
• Excellent communication skills both written and speaking
• Sales and negotiating skills
• Team building and leadership skills
• Customer Service skill
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proven planning, co-ordination and time management skills
• Well versed with KYC/AML compliance requirements
• Well versed with Personal Banking products
If you believe you are the right candidate for the above position and can clearly demonstrate your ability to meet the above criteria, submit your application with a detailed CV, to
HR.Dept@abcthebank.com on or before 4th November 2011.

Jacaranda Health HR and Office Administrator Job

Background

Jacaranda Health is a social venture that aims to set a new standard for maternity care in East Africa. We are combining business and clinical innovations to provide affordable maternity and reproductive health services to low-income urban women.

We are launching our first clinics in Nairobi this year, and plan to expand to other locations in the region.

Job Summary

To assist in the setup and day to day running of our office in Nairobi, Jacaranda Health is seeking an experienced office administrator.

The office administrator will play a critical role in establishing and maintaining the office infrastructure and processes for Jacaranda Health’s office in Nairobi and coordinating procedures related to HR, Finance and Operations and ensuring that Jacaranda Health runs effectively and efficiently.

We are also looking for an intelligent, proactive leader who can take on a wide variety of strategic projects (such as research and planning projects to support our business setup and growth) to contribute to the success of our new business.

Availability

The Office Manager will be expected to work a standard workweek of 45 hours and may occasionally be required to work in the evenings and on weekends. This position may require 5% domestic travel.

Essential Job Functions

General administrative duties
• Set up and maintain office standards and processes in accordance with Jacaranda Health policies and procedures; example Request for Payments(RFP), check writing, filing, contracts
• Create and maintain all documents and records related to office operations
• Act as the main point of contact for procurements, such as medical supplies and equipment for Jacaranda clinics, travel arrangements, office equipment and office supplies
• Keep the office and clinics stocked with supplies and equipment and ensure office and clinic equipment is services & maintained as needed
• Maintain supply and equipment inventory
• Provide administrative support to Jacaranda Chief Operating Officer, Business Operations Manager and other Jacaranda Health staff, including transportation, travel and coordinating meetings and special events
• Provide support to Jacaranda Operations staff in identifying potential sites for clinic locations, negotiating lease agreements, and coordinating logistics of clinic renovations and construction
• Work closely with clinic administrative staff (e.g. receptionists and cashiers) to ensure the smooth running of administrative functions at the clinic sites
• Manage hospitality and greet guests for meetings
• Liaise with other contacts and partners as required and maintain contacts list
• Translate basic items from Swahili into English and vice versa
• Other office related duties as required

HR administrative duties
• Develop and improve existing HR processes, policies and documents, including performance management processes, employment contracts, employee manuals, etc. in consultation with Jacaranda senior management
• Assist with new hires process; including advertising for new positions, reviewing applicant resumes/CVs, short listings candidates, conducting interviews, reference checking, and on boarding of new staff members
• Ensure the necessary documents for new employees (e.g., work permits, tax IDs, bank accounts, etc.) are obtained and maintained and that HR policies are applied consistently across new hires
• Create and maintain official staff “Personnel Files”
• Make arrangements with local health insurance companies and benefits providers for staff and act as focal point with those vendors as well as keep all records of correspondence and personnel records pertaining to those insurances;
• Act as liaison for staff performance evaluation program; assist staff with all matters pertaining to this evaluation
• Keep staff updated with latest policies and act as focal point for any questions/concerns any staff may have with regards to HR matters
• Manage staff payroll and staff leave requests
• Develop internal organizational charts
• Perform other HR duties, as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook
• Fluency in English and Swahili
• Knowledge of local vendors and where to source products and services
• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in preparing and entering information
• Knowledge of human resource processes and administration
• Exceptional skills and experience in HR strategy to create high performing teams
• Excellent time management, organizational, and prioritization skills
• Clear communication skills
• Professional interpersonal and intercultural relationship skills
• Independent, self-starter capable of working well with a team, multi-tasking effectively and managing a variety of responsibilities typical in a start-up environment
• Ability to gain working knowledge of Jacaranda Health’s policies, procedures, and practices
• Passion for and commitment to Jacaranda Health's mission

Education and Experience
• Degree in business management, human resources or related field; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Five or more years of related experience
Additional Comments

The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job.

Interested candidates may apply by email with an up to date CV and cover letter to jobs@jacarandahealth.org by November 11th, 2011.

Please put "Office Administrator" in the subject line.

Backpack Farm Agriculture Program Franchise Coordinator Job Vacancy

Backpack Farm Agriculture Program

Franchise Coordinator

The Backpack Farm Agriculture Program (BPF) is an internationally recognized social enterprise aggregating packages of green agri-tech and training exclusively designed to support smallholder farmers in Kenya and the wider East Africa Community (EAC) to realize their economic potential.

The BPF team is actively recruiting a Franchise Coordinator (junior management) to support expansion of its existing Franchise farm program (distribution and training centers).

Website: www.Backpackfarm.com

Responsibilities
• The Coordinator for Franchise Development Coordinator will provide technical support and leadership to each BPF Franchise.
• Communicate weekly with Franchise Managers and Trainers via phone and email.
• Monitor and evaluate Sales and Training Program at each Franchise Farm and communicate with the Managing Director.
• Build a pipeline of potential new franchise partners.
• Develop and design systems and materials to improve Franchise Program efficiency.
• Assist Managing Director to develop expansion and marketing strategies
• Manage relationship with technical suppliers to ensure shipments to each franchise farm.
• Travel independently

Requirements
• Minimum of Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Business Management or Agriculture related Management.
• 3-5 years of work / management experience
• Basic computer skills in MS Office: Word, Excel and Email applications
• Clear and effective (written and oral) communication skills in both English & Swahili
• A PLUS but not required: Basic Knowledge of Agriculture Inputs including irrigation.

To Apply

1. Send a cover letter within the email content and attach CV in word or PDF format ONLY to: carolbackpackfarm@gmail.com

2. The CV should use the naming convention: LASTNAME_FIRSTNAME.doc

3. DO NOT send any extraneous attachments or scanned documents

4. CV should include at least three (3) professional references with email and phone number.

5. Only candidates who make the short list will be contacted for an interview.

6. Closing Date: 4 November 2011

7. Salary and benefits for this position commensurate with the responsibilities

College Principal and College Administrator Job Opportunity in a College in South Rift Valley

A college in the South Rift Valley under new management seeks to recruit two (2) highly motivated, performance driven, innovative and committed individuals for the position of college principal and college administrator to drive the institution to greater heights.

The college is currently offering undergraduate and post graduate degree programmes in partnership with Kenyatta University and seeks to expand its partnerships with other esteemed institutions.

College Principal

Duties and Responsibilities

• Direct, promote and coordinated all programmes and activities of the College
• Work collegially with personnel to advance strategic objectives of the College
• Articulate and periodically review College policies, programmes and projects
• Take leadership in the day to day running and management of the institution
• Take responsibility for the welfare, conduct and discipline of staff and students
• Carry out any other duties as assigned by the college board of governers
• Take leadership in harnessing new knowledge, ideas and projects for the college’s benefit

Experience

• 5 – 10 years work experience in same or similar capacity
• Master in Education or Institutional Management/ Organizational Management
• Considerable knowledge on institutional leadership and management at a senior level
• Experience in financial management
• Demonstrable experience and ability to lead and develop programmes, take initiative and expand growth of institutions
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strategic thinker and ability to form mutually beneficial networks

College Administrator

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and coordinating academic and student programmes in the college including curriculum choices, student recruiting, admissions and other student affairs
• Organize and manage administration, support systems and activities that facilitate the effective running of the college
• Ensuring budgets and financial system compliance
• Assisting with recruitment, public relations, alumni relations and marketing activities
• Administrating student ‘life cycle’ from registration or admissions to graduating and leaving
• Providing admistration support to academic team of lecturers and tutors
• Drafting and interpreting regulations and dealing with queries and complaints procedures
• Coordinating examination and assessment procedures
• Maintaining high levels of quality assurance, including course evaluation and course approval procedures
• Using information systems and preparing reports and statistics for internal and external use
• Liaising with administration staff, academic staff and students
• Liaising with other partner institutions, external agencies, government departments and prospective students
• Organizing and facilitating a variety of social and educational activities
• Contributing to policy and planning

Experience

• 5 – 10 years work experience in same or similar capacity
• High organizational and administration skills
• Master in Education, Institutional Management/ Organizational Management or Business administration or professional experience in lieu of this
• Considerable knowledge on institutional leadership and management at a senior level
• Demonstrable experience in marketing and public relations of academic institutions
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strategic thinker and ability to form mutually beneficial networks

How to Apply

Applications should be sent under confidential cover and should include: cover letter, CV, names and references of 3 professional referees (including email, postal address and telephone numbers). Salary expectation should also be stated.

Closing Date: December 5th 2011

Applications should be addressed to

The Chairman, Soin Ltd,
P.O.Box 14744 00800
Nairobi Kenya

or send email applications to: info@soin.co.ke

Bilingual Administrative Assistant Job Vacancy in Kenya

Administrative Assistant (Bilingual)

He/She will provide administrative support as well as carry out routine personnel management procedures.

Qualifications: At least Bachelors degree with secretarial qualifications

The Officer should possess the following skills and experiences:
• At least 5 years experience in a busy organization;
• Knowledge of French and other foreign languages desirable;
• Skilled knowledge of computer applications-MS Office etc;
Reporting

The Administrative Assistant reports to the Finance and Administration Officer.

Duties

Objective: To ensure efficient and effective Administrative operations

Functions & Responsibilities: Provision of secretarial and office management services

Activities
• To advise FAO on administrative matters
• To supervise and appraise the immediate officers under him/her
• To provide secretarial and office management services including maintaining Director’s diary and drafting of management meeting minutes
Functions & Responsibilities: Undertaking logistics for official travel and hospitality

Activities
• To maintain personnel records
• To coordinate periodic personnel performance assessment/appraisal performance reports
• To manage official correspondences
• To undertake procurement of goods and services
• To organize official meetings/conferences, workshops and seminars
• To maintain open registry
• To undertake all reception duties
• To maintain inventory, issue and distribute office supplies
• To assist in making travel arrangements, and hotel bookings/provision of hospitality
• To perform other duties as may be determined by management.

Kindly send your CV and remuneration details to theleadrecruiter@gmail.com

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Ops Manager Job Vacancy in Kenya

Position Required: Ops Manager

Coordination and Supervision
• Coordinate, manage and monitor the workings of the following departments within the organization: Finance, Production, HR, Admin, Customer service, Supply Chain.
Finance
• Manage the accounts team to ensure accurate and timely reporting of monthly accounts and financial data.
• Use financial data to improve profitability.
• Prepare and control budgets.
• Control and manage stocks of product and consumables.
• Plan effective strategies for the financial well being of the company.
Admin

Manage the administration team to ensure:
• Accurate order processing
• Correct invoicing
• Customer service and communication
• Distribution efficiency
• Sourcing and stock control
Human Resources
• Plan the use of human resources.
• Organize recruitment and placement of required staff within new organisation
• Establish organizational structures
• Delegate tasks and accountabilities.
• Establish work schedules.
• Supervise staff.
• Monitor and evaluate performance.

Production
• Coordinate and monitor the work of the production department
• Warehousing, pricing and distribution of goods.
• Monitor performance and implement improvements.
• Ensure quality of products.
• Manage quality and quantity of employee productivity.
• Manage maintenance of equipment and machinery.

Deadline: 22nd August 2011

Applications:

Please send an up to date CV, stating your current salary, accompanied by at least 3 referee telephone numbers/email addresses to: cathie@summitrecuitment-kenya.com

Summit recruitment & Training, Rhino House, Karen Road, Karen

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Please indicate in your email which position you are interested in.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Operations Manager Job - Ndetika Rural Sacco

Qualifications, Experience and Competencies

Demonstrated experience in strategic management including planning, goal setting, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and reporting.

Bachelors degree in business administration, marketing, economics, Finance or related field.

At least CPA V

3 years working experience in management post

Knowledge of computerized financial management system

30 years and above

NB: Application letter must be Hand Written and the current and expected salary Must be indicated. The letter can be scanned and sent via mail address indicated below.

Interested candidates who meet the above qualifications may send their applications enclosing copies of relevant certificates and testimonials, detailed CV including names and contacts of three referees to reach the undersigned on or before 20th August 2011.

Email: ndetika@gmail.com

or

The C.E.O
Ndetika Rural Sacco Ltd
P.O. Box 575-00902
Kikuyu

Please note that, any mailed application letter that is typed instead of handwritten will be rejected at source. Kindly scan a handwritten copy before mailing. Or send all details via the alternative postal address.

Reelforge Product Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya

About this job

We are a looking for a dynamic product manager to redesign existing product lines and launch new products.

Candidates must be university graduates, with a creative mind-set, and computer savvy.

Familiarity with local and international media trends with Radio, Advertising,Public Relations experience preferred.

Responsibilities:
• Launch Value Added Services (VAS) for revenue enhancement and market intelligence
• Complete tracking of industry developments and increasing penetration and operation delivery of existing services
• Define strategies and road maps for products and services
• Accountable in specifying, developing, launching and managing products
• Develop offers and programs to drive demand/results for services in targeted industries
• Manage teams of 30-40 people ensuring timeliness and accuracy of products.

Educational Requirements
• Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Marketing or Business Administration
• Significant skills in project management and co-ordination
• Human Resource Management skills will be an added advantage.
• Experience in evaluating and implementing new technologies

Send your application with a detailed CV and a daytime telephone number, so as to reach us by 14th March 2011.

Kindly disclose your current or past salary. Failure to do so may disqualify your application.

How to apply

Click here to apply online

Tradestar Telesales Administrator Job in Thika

Tradestar Kenya Limited is fast growing outsourcing organization situated in Thika town.

We are looking for someone who is confident, a great voice, enthusiastic manner to fill up the position of telesales administration who will work together with other functional managers to resolve sales and related issues on behalf of sales management.

The preferred person should have:

Education and experience:
• A Bachelor’s degree in Business administration, international relations or commerce
• Computer literate
• A minimum of three years progressively responsible job related experience
• Excellent communication skills – written, verbal with a clear neutral accent, active listening and Public relations
• Courtesy, tact and ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Able to promote and initiate work processes and complete given assignments with minimum supervision and to possess a high sense of confidentiality and initiative
• Excellent inter-personal skills; Reliable, enthusiastic, upbeat personality

Duties and Responsibilities:
• Email Reminders notices and summons to Customers
• Deal with routine correspondence with regard to debt collection
• Make payment reminder calls to customers
• Maintaining a complete debt collection portfolio using the support framework designed
• Initiate new calls to generate interest with prospective customers
• Make quotes for new and existing customers
• Ensures that client issues are dealt with in an efficient manner, informing the relevant manager in accounts, logistics of any problems that may arise.

If you are up to the challenge and posses the necessary qualification and experience please send your resume and application letter indicating your experience to info@tsk.co.ke.

P O Box 1251, 01000, Thika
Tel: 067-20147

Administrator Job - University of Washington (Seattle, USA)

The University of Washington (Seattle, USA) is seeking to hire an administrator to support the development of HIV/AIDS training activities and capacity building health initiatives in Kenya.

Qualifications:
• A Bachelor Degree in related fields like business administration and secretarial studies with at least five years working experience in research administration and general office administration and accounting.
• Should be fluency with computers, the internet, and MS Office as well as strong writing and interpersonal skills.
Applications should be sent to

DNA/903
P.O. Box 49010, GPO
00100-Nairobi

Submit an application letter addressed to the Director with the applicant’s daytime telephone contact, telephone contacts of two professional referees, a detailed Curriculum Vitae, and copies of certificates and testimonials by 16th March, 2011.

Internal Auditor, IT Admin, Payroll Admin, Audit Clerks and Admin Clerks Jobs

Internal Auditor: CPA (K) four years’ experience in Audit preferably in co-operative movement.

I.T. Administrator:
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering
• Certificate in MCSE and CCNA
• Knowledge of MSSQL 2005 and above
• Minimum three years’ experience in a busy ICT environment
Payroll Administrator:
• At least CPA II
• Minimum three years’ experience in payroll administration
• Human Resource Diploma will be an added advantage
Audit Clerks:
• CPA Section 1 or 2
• Computer literate
• Minimum three years’ experience in auditing
Administration Clerks:
• Diploma in Business Administration
• Minimum three years’ experience in administrative matters
Apply the above positions through

DNA/900
P.O. Box 49010 - 00100,
Nairobi

Deadline: 18th March,2011

Regional Manager / Director for Africa Job Vacancy - Sharda University

Sharda University, North India’s largest education group invites applications from graduates/post graduates of any nationality of age between 25 to 40 yrs.

At least 5 years experience in Sales and Marketing (education field preferred).

For walk-in interview, please visit our office at 1 Chiromo Court, Chiromo Road, opposite Riverside Park, next to Eden Square on 2nd , 3rd & 4th March, 2011, from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Selected Candidates will be based in Nairobi and should be ready to travel around Africa.

Salary based on qualification and Experience.

Email C.V to: ashok.daryani@sharda.ac.in

Website: www.sharda.ac.in

Contact Tel: 020 269 4262, 0723 879 966

CARE International Administrative Assistant Job in Marsabit Kenya

CARE International in Kenya is looking for a suitable candidate to fill the position of Administrative Assistant, based in Marsabit

Ref:23/2/2011

Job Summary

Reporting to the Program Manager, the Administrative Assistant will be responsible for coordination of all communication between the Sub Office and HQs, transmitting information by fax, letters, email and email.

S/he will be in charge of procurement, store keeping taking minutes and will be required to make arrangement for travel and accommodation of staff and visitors.

In addition s/he will be advising staff on policies and procedures to ensure compliance with CARE's operation manual.

Key Responsibilities
• Provide office administrative duties
• Provide support to project field operations
• Prepare logistics for project workshop/surveys
• Arranging meeting ,compilation of meetings minutes and Workshop reports
• Formatting and editing correspondence and other documentation
• General e-mail messages and ensure field staff have the up dated information.
• Maintenance of an efficient filing and easy retrieval system
• Arrange for travel and accommodation for staff and project visitors
• On behalf of the manager coordinate HR issues for the Sub office
• Compile vehicle, fuel efficiency report and leave summary report on a monthly basis
• Keep track and submit an updated, complete and accurate asset inventory data on a monthly basis
• Receiving and transmitting information through fax, email telephone, letters and follow up on communication within and out side the project
• Provide back up for sub office projects activities and act as a link between the different projects within the sub office
• Receive calls on behalf of project staff and referring callers as required
• Assist project staff in filling reports and verifying vendor invoices before presenting them to finance for payment
• Follow up with vendors on items procured
• Set appointment and meetings for the project manager
• On behalf of the manger, make official calls and attend to all enquiries related to projects.
• Perform any other duties as directed by your supervisor and the prevailing circumstance

Qualifications, Experience and Competencies:
• Diploma in Business Administration, or full secretarial training with versatile administrative skills.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience of working with NGO(s)
• Exemplary computer skills with proficiency in MS Word, spreadsheet and power point packages.
• Eloquent communication (oral and written) and strong report writing skills
• Good organizational skills
• Pleasant personality, flexible, ability to solve problems, work with minimal supervision
• Ability to work in a team and to coordinate team initiatives
• Good understanding of NGO environment including program support services and management

Qualified candidates are invited to send their application letters, indicating reference numbers on the subject field, together with a detailed C.V with three professional referees and daytime telephone contacts by 7th March, 2011 to The Human Resources & Development Manager, CARE International in Kenya.

Email: vacancies@care.or.ke.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

CARE is an equal opportunity employer and promotes gender equity.

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Product Manager Job - Octopus ICT Solutions

We are seeking for a Product Manager who is mature, results oriented, highly qualified and an experienced professional in the ICT environment.

Minimum Requirements
• Holder of Bachelor’s degree in marketing or business related field with an ICT bias.
• At least 4 years’ experience in product development and must be innovative, creative and results oriented.
• Strong interpersonal communication and analytical skills and ability to execute business plans and concepts effectively.
• Ability to conceptualize research and evaluate new ideas objectively from a market and financial stand point.
• Knowledge of sales, marketing and capacity building.
• Verifiable references.
• High proficiency in MS Office (Ms excel and PowerPoint.)
• Proficiency in ERPS

Remuneration

Salary offered will be related and dependent on applicant’s level of experience.

Interested Candidates must apply before the 15th of March 2011 via Email at: jobs@octopusict.com.

Applicants who will not have heard from the company by the 17th of March should consider their application not successful.

Equity Group Foundation Entrepreneurship Trainer Jobs

The Equity Group Foundation was established in 2006. It is the institutional home for Equity Group’s social initiatives and interventions.

The Foundation’s aim is to catalyse the socio-economic prosperity of the people of Africa by giving opportunity to the millions at the bottom of the pyramid to be incorporated into the modern economy.

Having demonstrated scalability, impact and high return on investment, the Foundation has started attracting organisations and development partners who wish to do good to society without duplicating and/or investing in infrastructure. This is by leveraging on the Equity Group’s infrastructure.

The Foundation recognises the diverse nature of the socio-economic needs of the people of Africa and has identified six programme areas on which it lays its emphasis.

These are: Education and leadership development, agriculture, entrepreneurship, health, innovation and environmental sustainability. These programme areas support the Foundation in realising its vision and mission.

Vision: To champion the social and economic transformation of the people of Africa.

Mission: We champion the transformation of lives and livelihoods through development and implementation of innovative programmes that leverage existing infrastructure and link partners to the bottom of the pyramid.

The Foundation is implementing the Financial Education and Entrepreneurship program that has a holistic focus of creating a pathway to greater financial access (financial literacy training and access to savings and loans services) as well as providing financial advisory services to help develop, strengthen and grow women and youth microenterprises.

The Entrepreneurship Trainer will deliver training under the financial literacy and entrepreneurship programme to women and youth in Kenya.

The Position

Reporting to the Master Trainer, the role holder will be responsible for building the capacity of micro and small entrepreneurs through training in an assigned branch.

Candidate’s Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience
• A diploma or university degree preferably in Education, Entrepreneurship or Business Management with a strong bias in financial and entrepreneurship support.
• At least 2 years experience in training micro and small business owners.
• Should have extensive experience in group lending methodologies.
• Should have strong understanding of provision of financial services to micro and small enterprises.
• Must be above 28 years of age

Key Responsibilities
• Conduct and Manage the delivery of trainings in the branch as shall be assigned by the Master Trainers
• Conduct training need assessment and submit reports to the Master Trainers
• Develop individual learning/ Lessons plans
• Monitoring and reviewing the progress of trainees through questionnaires and discussions with Master Trainers.
• Ensuring that statutory training requirements are met
• Evaluation of trainings conducted
• Mobilize groups for training.

Desired Skills and Ability
• Should have either written or participated in preparation of training curriculum and manual for micro and small enterprises.
• Community mobilization skills
• High degree of organization and initiative
• Ability to communicate in the local language
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office

If you meet the above requirements, submit your application quoting the job you are applying for to the address below by 24th March 2011.

Please include detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of the relevant certificates, testimonials, current pay and daytime telephone contact and email address. All applications should be in soft and through the email indicated below.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Apply to:

General Manager- HR, Training & Development
Equity Bank Ltd
P.O Box 75104-00200
Nairobi

And email to:- jobs@equitybank.co.ke

KIM Company Secretary, Relationship Manager, Research Manager and KIM Annual Business Awards Manager Jobs

The Kenya Institute of Management - a leading not-for-profit membership-based management and business development organization - seeks to fill the following positions.

Company Secretary

To build on its current success, KIM is looking for an individual to offer it company secretarial services. The position will report functionally to the KIM Council and administratively to the Executive Director.

Key Responsibilities
• Ensuring compliance with the organizations Memorandum and Articles of Association
• Ensuring all Council meetings comply with the relevant laws, Articles, Rules and Regulations as promulgated from time to time
• Calling Council meetings in liaison with the Executive Director
• Taking minutes during Council and Council committee meetings
• Filing the Institutes Annual Returns as provided for in the laws of the land
• Ensuring all aspects of governance is well taken care of in Institute operations particularly at Council level.

Knowledge, skills and experience required
• A Bachelor of Laws degree
• Holder of a CPS(K) in good standing
• At least 5 years relevant experience in the same capacity in a reputable organization
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and networking skills
• Demonstrated proficiency in use of computer packages.

Relationship Manager, Organizational Performance Index (OPI)

Job Summary

OPI is an excellence model developed to create viable institutions that can compete and win at a global level. Through an assessment process, OPI enables organizations to drive performance excellence and ultimately improve their competitiveness.

Reporting to the Chief Manager, Organizational Excellence Secretariat, the Relationship Manager is responsible for coordinating and managing the implementation of OPI and also organizing the Company of the Year (COYA) awards, which are determined through the OPI process.

Key Responsibilities
• Market the OPI program to current and prospective organizations
• Identify business needs in organizations and translate these into innovative and creative strategy
• Design and implement a communication strategy to facilitate brand awareness for the excellence model
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of market and economic activity and analyze their impact on business environment
• Build excellent relationships with consultants, and other relevant internal and external contacts to ensure high levels of service are maintained
• Pursue partnerships and engage in resource mobilization for the support of the excellence model
• Take the lead role in ensuring that participating organization’s representatives are trained on the Business

Excellence Programs
• Organize forums associated with the excellence model
• Develop and maintain an excellent level of product knowledge
• Oversee the preparation and presentation of Management reports to participating organizations
• Play a key role in the continual improvement of assessment tools
• Oversee the organization of the annual Company of the Year (COYA) Awards.

Knowledge, skills and experience required
• A bachelor’s degree in Business or Commerce, and a relevant post graduate qualification
• Excellent, presentation skills and proven relationship management experience
• Demonstrable creative problem solving skills
• Developed interpersonal and negotiation skills
• At least 5 years relevant experience in the same capacity in a reputable organization
• Capacity to manage complex projects with ease.

Manager, Standards and Research

Reporting to the Chief Manager, Organizational Excellence Secretariat, this role will be responsible for collating, disseminating and encouraging the use of world class sector standards. The role also oversees research strategies to facilitate continuous improvement of the OPI program.

Key Responsibilities
• Develop a database of international sector performance standards and disseminate for use in organizational assessments
• Design and oversee the delivery of a research strategy for the OPI program
• Build and sustain relationships with participating organizations to ensure effective access to data for research purposes
• Design systems and processes of soliciting information and knowledge regarding future OPI requirements to collectively address new opportunities
• Carry out regular surveys to measure customer satisfaction of OPI stakeholders and disseminate the findings to appropriate divisions
• Facilitate the development and dissemination of Case studies emanating from the OPI process
• Ensure that the technical teams are well equipped with information emanating from research that lead to the provision of quality assessments
• Present innovative concepts and new product/service ideas for internal/external programs on an ongoing basis

Knowledge, skills and experience required
• A Master’s degree in a business related field and qualifications in research
• At least 4 years of working experience in a research capacity within a busy business environment
• Excellent communication and reporting skills
• Good grasp Management principles and indicators of performance within an organization
• Must have business acumen
• Ability to analyze information and reach logical conclusions.

Manager KIM-Annual Business Awards (KABA) IOPI

Job Summary

KABA is an annual exercise that seeks to identify and publicly recognize SMEs that demonstrate excellence and integrity in their management and leadership practices.

The SMEs will be assessed using the Organizational Performance Index (OPI) excellence tool.

Reporting to the Chief Manager, Centre for Enterprise Development, the Manager, KABA/OPI SMEs will be responsible for the implementation of the Award Program specifically for nurturing and growing Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs).

Key Responsibilities
• Recruit enterprises and institutions for assessment and recognition and ensure that through the OPI assessment process the participants gain value
• Establish linkages with apex bodies to KABA/OPI through their membership base
• Seek sponsorship from organizations such as donor agencies, commercial banks, MFIs and the private sector to facilitate smooth running of the program
• Facilitate effective and prompt communications with partners of the awards scheme, secretariat and the participating companies
• Draw and implement an annual budget for OPI assessment process and the KABA awards and monitor proper usage of resources
• Organize and/or coordinate all activities leading to the Awards Gala Night
• Edit and facilitate the presentation of the OPI management reports to participating organizations and obtaining any feedback back to the secretariat
• Organize and/or coordinate all post gala night activities like the CEO’s forums, and intercompany visits for knowledge sharing
• Implement a performance driven culture and ensure high morale and motivation of all persons in the Centre and consultants
• Organize conferences/seminars that address SME issues.

Knowledge, skills and experience required
• Masters degree in Business, Economics or Entrepreneurship or any other related field
• Professional qualifications in Marketing, Project Management or Financial Management
• A minimum of 4 years experience in a similar position or its equivalent
• Proficiency in the use of computer packages such as word-processing, spreadsheets etc
• Team player with good communication, presentation and public speaking skills.

Performance Standards
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Speedy response to client enquiries
• Attention to detail
• Maintain high standards of professionalism
• Achieving targets.

How to Apply

Interested candidates who satisfy the above requirements should forward their applications accompanied by a detailed resume, email address, day time telephone contact, name and address of three referees.

The applications should reach the undersigned not later than 11th March 2011.

KIM is an equal opportunity employer

Visit our website, www.kim.ac.ke, for more information about KIM.

The Human Resource Manager
The Kenya Institute of Management
P.O. Box 43706 - 00100
Nairobi

Email: hr@kim.ac.ke

Bar Manager Job

Position: Bar Manager

Reporting To: CEO

Responsibilities
• At least 6 months experience in a similar position
• Positive attitude
• Fluent in both English & Kiswahili
• Available to start immediately
An attractive remuneration package is offered for the successful candidate.

Interested candidates should send their CVs to the following email address; vic_kab80@yahoo.com

Investment Managers Jobs

Investment Manager
2 positions

Location: Nairobi

Our client, a Multi- National Company specializing in tailored finance for Small and Medium Enterprises (SME’s) and with head offices in South Africa is looking for highly skilled Investment Managers for the Nairobi Office.

Position details: Full Time

Key Responsibilities:
• Make critical decisions on whether the Company should consider the application and commit resources.
• Conduct rigorous investigation of the viability and risks of the entrepreneur and their proposed business model and to structure a financial plan to serve as the baseline for tracking future financial performance.
• Structure a viable offer for the client based on the outcome of the business analysis process.
• Build close relationships with the Entrepreneurs.
• Work closely with the Auditors /Accountants, Attorneys and Intermediaries
• Evaluate applications in terms of Company screening criteria
• Conduct detailed business analysis, verifying the entrepreneurs ability and business viability
• Make loan approval recommendations to the Financial Committee and the Board
• Ensure implementation and repayment of approved loans.

Minimum Qualifications:
• Undergraduate Degree in finance, accounting and/or business management.
• Post graduate qualification an added advantage.

Experience:
• Minimum of 5 years experience and expertise in SME/business finance, accounting or related, credit management or SME/business consulting.
• Excellent credit management skills
Technical Competencies
• Financial statement analysis
• Industry and market analysis
• Report writing skills
• Ability to critically review business plans, projections and identify risks therein
• Financial modelling (basic) and structuring Financial statement analysis
• Credit management skills.
• Basic understanding of loan and legal documentation, and the ability to explain the basic concepts to clients
• Business consulting skills

To apply, send detailed CV ONLY including 3 Referees to jobs@flexi-personnel.com by Friday 4th March 2011.

Kindly indicate position applied and minimum salary expectation on the subject line.

Orthopaedic Surgeon, General Surgeon and Hospital Administrator Jobs

Our institution which is a leading orthorpaedic hospital in Kenya is interested in filling the following posts.

Orthopaedic Surgeon

The suitable candidates should be a young Orthopaedic Surgeon who is interested to train in Arthroscopy and Arthroplasty Surgery.

General Surgeon

The candidate should have a post graduate experience of between 2-3 years in a busy hospital and interested to train in trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery.

Hospital Administrator

Minimum age: 35 years, Finance and Administrative experience in a busy institution.

Remuneration

These posts offer very competitive and attractive salary and performance base allowances for successful candidates for a period of three years

The training in the surgeons’ posts will be done in-house and will be given by an Orthopaedic, Arthroscpy/ Arthroplasty surgeon who has 30 years of experience.

Closing date for application will be on Thursday 31st March 2011.

Interested candidates should apply through the address below.

DN/A. 896
P.O Box 49010, 00100, GPO,
Nairobi