Iconet Solutions Accountant Job

Job Title: Accountant (Urgent)

Number of Positions Open: 1

Location: Nairobi Kenya

Closing Date: 1st Feb 2011

Summary

Iconet solutions ltd is a Pan Africa company incorporated in September 2007.

The Company is registered in Kenya under company’s act and communication commissions’ of Kenya (CCK).

The core value of our business is to ensure commitment, reliability and trust in the integration of IT technologies.

We are the technology Integration service Provider of choice in the Pan African Region.

We are specialists in installation and servicing/support of ICT and Telecommunications related products like:-Vsats, DVB’s, fibre optics, BTS optimization, Radwin, Winlink, LAN, IP Planning and various broadband wireless systems like:- Alvarion /Airspan /Redline Wimax, Wifi, Microtik, Level one, Airmux200 etc.

Duties and Responsibilities
• Day to day management of financial records and Report management.
• General supervisory duties that relate to account analysis.
• Prepare reconciliations and monthly financial analysis.
• Work with other departments to ensure timely and accurate information.
• Assist in the preparation of year end audit files and analysis.
• Maintaining office petty cash float.
• Processing Payrolls, NHIF, NSSF, Pension and any other payments.
• Collections - following up on payments
• VAT & withholding tax certificates – following up to ensure all have been collected and filed appropriately.
• Following up on account queries with both suppliers and clients.
• Tracking status of essential bills to ensure prompt payment.
• Develop and maintain financial data and manual filing system
• Recommend, develop and maintain financial data bases, computer automated financial system
• Analyze revenues and expenditure trends and recommend appropriate budget levels, and ensure expenditure control
• Resolve accounting discrepancies and irregularities.
• Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to accounting s, such as general ledger accounts.

Skills and Qualification
• Bachelor of Commerce (Finance/Accounts) or CPA Section iv or ACCA part II
• At least 2 years experience in the same field
• Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting and cost control principles including generally accepted accounting principles
• Manual dexterity necessary to efficiently operate office equipment including, but not limited to computer, copiers and printers.
• Knowledge of financial and accounting software applications

How to Apply

Interested candidates holding the necessary requirements, good performance and / or references are encouraged to apply with detailed CVs, inclusive of names and contacts of 3 referees by:

Sending their CV to: info@iconet.co.ke

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

“Iconet solutions Limited is an equal opportunity employer”

Oxfam Policy and Advocacy Adviser (Horn, East and Central Africa) Job

Resilience & Horn of Africa Plan of Action

Policy and Advocacy Adviser

Horn, East and Central Africa

Base: Nairobi

Contract Type: Fixed Term (12 Months)

Starting Salary: GBP £24,245 (net) per annum

Level: National Plus - C1

Background

Oxfam is one of the world's leading humanitarian agencies assisting people affected by natural disasters and conflict throughout the world.

With over 5,000 staff and dedicated volunteers in more than 80 countries, Oxfam is able to achieve the greatest impact to end poverty and suffering through combining emergency response work, long-term programmes for poverty alleviation and campaigning for lasting change.

The role
• Working closely with regional focal points for WFP, FAO, Oxfam, UNDP and OCHA to develop ambitious strategies for implementation of Horn of Africa Plan of Action.
• Lead on the development of policy and advocacy work on HoA PoA issues, both as Oxfam and as the Horn of Africa Plan of Action group, for use at regional level.
• Supporting country teams in Ethiopia, Somalia, Kenya and Uganda to deliver national level roadmaps for Horn of Africa Plan of Action– including guidance on strategic implementation as well as country level policy and advocacy work.
• External representation of Oxfam and Horn of Africa Plan of Action Group to key international, regional and national stakeholders as appropriate.
• Support Regional Director and other colleagues to develop regional and country advocacy programmes on resilience, DRR and future of pastoralism with reference to humanitarian programmes
• Deliver high quality research on the different options for sustainable livelihoods in the region, working with the REGLAP programme and sustainable livelihood programme colleagues
• Work with the Inter-Agency Working Group on advocacy around sustainable livelihoods in drylands areas in Horn and East Africa
• Provide the link between country, regional, continental and global work on pastoralism, resilience, and Horn of Africa Plan of Action implementation within Oxfam
• Act as a focal point for the region on development of Oxfam’s Grow campaign on agriculture and pastoral issues
• Representing the organisation externally at lobby meetings

What we're looking for
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking ability (E)
• Good understanding of long term food security and resilience issues, DRR, pastoralism and sustainable livelihoods in dryland areas (E)
• Excellent organisational skills (E)
• Track record of high performance and ability to deliver in high pressure environments (E)
• Experience of working with UN agencies, government bodies and RECs and ability to build coalitions and gain consensus (E)
• Ability to liaise with and represent Oxfam to wide range of actors (E)
• Ability to think strategically, achieve results with excellent project management skills (E)
• Strong interpersonal skills including good team work (E)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to motivate, influence and negotiate both internally and externally, strong English skills (E).
• Sympathy with the aim of Oxfam to end poverty and suffering. (E)
• Strong track record of effective advocacy in East Africa (D)
• Experience of capacity building and working effectively with civil society in African contexts (D)
About Oxfam

A simple, inescapable truth underlines everything we do at Oxfam. There's enough wealth in this world to go around. It's not unfortunate that people live in poverty. It's unjustifiable. And it's not just their problem. It's ours too.

At Oxfam we believe that with the right support, we can beat poverty and injustice. More than 8,000 people already commit their time and talents to our campaigning, humanitarian and long-term development projects. Now we're looking for yours.

If you believe you fit the job and person profiles please send your application to hecajobs@oxfam.org.uk or apply online at www.oxfam.org.uk/jobs using INT 5078.

Due to the urgency of the positions, short listing will be on-going as applications are received.

The closing date for applications is 27th January 2012

Diversity The difference starts with you

Mercy Corps Public Relations and Branding Consulting Firms Opportunity

Mercy Corps is the implementing partner of the USAID funded Yes Youth Can / National (YYC/N) program.

Yes Youth Can (YYC) is a nationwide program designed to empower Kenyan youth to improve their lives and communities.

They achieve a greater voice in national policy making and create new livelihood opportunities.

Yes Youth Can! is USAID’s largest youth-empowerment program in the world.

The core of the program is that it is:
• Youth-led: Youth ideas, local knowledge and innovations drive the process.
• Youth-managed: Youth implement program elements (grants, investments, Youth Bunges, research) while leveraging mentoring and coaching.
• Youth-owned: Youth are in control of all decisions within the institutional structures as a result of fair democratic elections, using a bottom up, localized demand approach.
Mercy Corps is seeking consulting services for Public Relations and Branding services for the YYC/N program.

The consulting firm will work with a designated in-house team to design materials, rollout the launch, and implement the communications strategy for Yes Youth Can.

Specifically the firm will undertake the following tasks:

a) Branding Strategy

Work with Yes Youth Can National leadership team to quickly and thoroughly develop brand strategy that integrates directly into the broader communications strategy

b) Brand Development

Develop an actual brand including logos and accompanying materials

c) Media Engagement

Stemming from the communications strategy, lead the development of the media engagement strategy and work with Yes Youth Can National leadership to rollout large-scale national, regional, and localized media campaign through various channels including but not limited to: television, radio, newspapers, magazines, and social media

d) Promotional Materials

Design effective promotional materials like advertisements, headings, slogans in Kiswahili and local languages, press release template, Yes Youth Can brochure, Yes Youth Can five minute video, banners, brochures, caps, t-shirts, etc. The firm must have or work with a creative designer to meet the expectations of the envisioned materials

e) Pre-Launch Event documentary

The PR firm will produce a 10-12 minutes documentary on selected topics and personalities from the project to mark the event. The documentary should be run on the selected TV channels between two to three days before the Launch Event. Yes Youth Can will meet the cost of airing the documentary

f) Newspaper Supplement

The consultant in collaboration with Yes Youth Can National will assist in the preparation and publishing of a full color two page newspaper supplement to be carried in the Daily Nation two to three days before the Launch Event. Yes Youth Can National will meet the cost of the supplement.

g) Radio or Television show

The consultant will organize for a pre-Launch Event launch radio or morning TV interview with selected key stakeholders before the main launch to highlight the road towards this great achievement.

h) Launch Event

Organize and implement a Yes Youth Can National medium to large scale launch event the end of the week of 15 December 2011

i) Media Coverage of the Launch Event

The consultant shall provide media services for the launch event described in section e above.

The following outputs will be expected:
• Coverage of the event in at least two leading newspaper, television and radio station
• Provision of a 30 minute video footage of the event
• Mobilization of at least one foreign channel to cover the event i.e. BBC, MSNBC, Reuters, Radio France International (RFI), or equivalent channel approved by Yes Youth Can
j) Post-Launch Event Coverage

The PR firm will undertake to publish a feature or a commentary or a news report in a pertinent newspaper platform bordering on Yes Youth Can, its innovations, non-political attributes, Government of Kenya linkages, and methodology.

Also organize a press conference that will give Yes Youth Can an opportunity to release critical information.

Knowledge and experience of the consultingt firm:
• Evidence of being able to engage key stakeholders and other partners
• Show examples of other public relations campaigns for innovative programs
• Show media clippings and ratings for events organized in 2010/2011
• Show examples of press kits that have been prepared before for other successful events
• Show evidence of excellent communication skills
• Show evidence of other promotional materials that have been developed for such events and level of creativity
• Show evidence of decor, branding of venues, layouts, presentation, logistics, and creativity
• Show evidence of being able to coordinate multiple activities
• The quotation should be inclusive of all the above listed components broken out individually
NB. Mercy Corps may select certain services depending on costing.

Interested consultants should send soft copies or sealed bids clearly labelled “Public Relations and Branding services Yes Youth Can” to email hrkenya@ke.mercycorps.org.

Sealed bids be delivered to

Mercy Corps Kenya Office,
ABC place, Waiyaki Way,
Building 2, Floor 4,

or P. O Box 11868 -00100, Nairobi.

Deadline for submission: November 25, 2011 at 10:00 AM.

Sales Executive Job - Health Service Provider

Our client, a local health service provider is seeking to recruit a talented Sales Executive to help boost its market presence in East Africa.

Job Description
• Developing and implementing sales strategies to increase sales volumes
• Creating and implementing both long and short term marketing objectives that will meet the needs of the customer and increase market share
• Daily reporting of sales activities to management
• Following up on all sales leads generated
• Giving sales presentations to prospective clients

Qualifications required
• Degree or Diploma in a business field preferably marketing
• Any marketing experience will be an added advantage
• Excellent command of the English Language
• Basic computer operational skills – Proficiency in Microsoft office applications is a must

Soft Skills required
• Good interpersonal skills
• Innovativeness
• Ability to meet set targets
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and deliver as required
• Good presentation skills
• Attention to detail
• Candidate should maintain high standards of professional ethics and be well groomed

Kindly send your CV to jobs@alphacap.co.ke on or before the 23rd of November 2011

Service Center Job Vacancy - Accountant and Parts Manager

Our Client, an Electronics Company with offices in Nairobi and regional presence is seeking to recruit staff for the following positions to enhance its operations in 11 African countries under its jurisdiction.

The suitable candidates must have energy and commitment to develop and grow in a dynamic organization;

Ref: HR/DCS/12/11/11

Accountant

Reporting to: Service director

Job Purpose

General accounting including to prepare journal entries, to maintain balance sheet schedules and ledgers and account and bank reconciliations, to assist with monthly closings and account analysis and supporting calculation of relevant taxes.

To prepare monthly management reports, payroll, to manage debtors, to ensure statutory compliance and accountability.

Duties and Responsibilities
• Responsible for the day-to-day running of the accounts office;
• Keeps records of all transactions, and are usually responsible for the preparation of accounts payable, invoices and purchase orders, and petty cash and payroll calculation;
• Prepares tax computations and returns each month;
• Coordinates the procurement process;
• Liaises with the external auditors in the company’s annual audit;
• Prepares timely and accurate financial information by reconciling the general ledger and audits Accounts Payable documents;
• Responsible for managing cash flow, preparing bank reconciliations and reconciling revenues on a monthly basis;
• Ensures internal control systems are functioning and relevant internal control procedures are updated in line with company policies;
• Invoicing of clients and ensuring all sales and income items are promptly captured;
• Posting and updating the accounting system;
• Preparation of VAT and withholding tax returns a s per laid down guidelines;
• Suppliers and payment processing;
• Maintaining files for payments and accounting correspondences;
• Maintaining a physical cheque register ad ensure cheques payments are dispatched in time, and properly recorded;
• Handles clients’ queries relating to accounts balances and payments.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications and Competencies

Education
• University level - Bachelors of Commerce or Business Administration and or CPA (K).
Work Experience: At least 3 years Post experience in a busy accounting department in a Commercial Company; Computer skills particularly on different types of spreadsheets and various automated accounting systems

Competencies/Personal Key Skills/Attributes
• Strong familiarity with accounting software and ERP Systems
• Honesty, confidentiality, and integrity;
• Numerical and analytical competencies;
• Excellent interpersonal skills;
• Judgment, problem analysis and solving skills;
• Good communication skills;
• Excellent record keeping skills;
• Attention to details;
• Ability to work under minimum supervision;

Ref: HR/DCS/13/11/11

Parts Manager

Reporting to: Service Director

Job Purpose:

The overall purpose is planning, organizing and controlling of Parts Order Management for both purchase and sales; the jobholder will be responsible for organizing activities and managing stock control, receipt, storage, retrieval and ensure timely delivery of warehouse stock.

The Parts Manager will ensure productivity targets are met and maintain computerized administration and automated storage and retrieval systems.

Duties and Responsibilities
• Responsible for the management of Parts Order, in line with Organization policies.
• Develops and maintains effective Parts Department processes to ensure internal and external customer satisfaction.
• Creates annual Parts Department goals and budget, in alignment with the organization’s financial and operational objectives and effective Inventory Management.
• Develops and executes Parts Department marketing plan and monitors monthly to ensure achievement of departmental goals.
• Conducts a perpetual/annual physical inventory of all parts and related inventories.
• Ensure that accurate and complete accounting, reporting and internal control systems are functioning and that all relevant records are properly maintained.
• Ensure that standard systems are properly maintained at warehouses.
• Assist in the training of any counterparts in parts order management best practice.
• Assess the availability of space and prepare stacking/storage plans prior to programming/contingency commodities arrivals.
• Supervise the receipt of all arriving consignments.
• Monitor the quantity and quality of commodity (ies) stored.
• Prepare all procedures and necessary steps for commodity disposal;
• Produce regular stocks reports and daily stocks positions;
• Prepare loading plans and ensure that standard waybills are duly complete.
• Scheduling employees, truck drivers, arranging drop offs and deliveries and scheduling loading dock use of mechanized equipment such as forklifts.
• Ensuing that all appropriate safety regulations are being followed both with regards to personal safety and safety of inventory.
• Checking and verifying shipping records, handling questions or concerns of shipping shortages or overages and addressing any problems with inventory control.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications and Competencies

Education:
• University level. Business Administration, Management, Transport, Engineering or related field is preferable. Can be waived in lieu of proven experience in warehouse management and familiarity with logistics accounting procedures.
Work Experience:
• Five years of professional work experience in logistics management at the national level.
Competencies:
• Proven analytical and warehouse management skills.
• Excellent mathematical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to implement training.
• Ability to manage large groups of people.
• Computer skills, including internet navigation, and various office applications.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-cultural environment, and establish harmonious and effective working relationships both within and outside the organization.
Remuneration:

Attractive package will be offered to successful applicant commensurate with their demonstrated skills and abilities.

Interested individuals should forward their application with three references indicating their experience and suitability to: recruitandsearch@gmail.com

Quoting: Job reference on the subject line, current and expected remuneration.

On, or before 23rd November 2011.

Short listing will be done on a continuous basis and only successful candidates will be invited for an interview on 25th November 2011.

Senior Accountant Job Vacancy - Government Regulatory Public Institution

The following vacancy has arisen in a government regulatory Public Institution

Senior Accountant

Job Purpose

Responsible for all financial management aspects of the organization operations, provide leadership, direction and coordination on all financial issues.

Duties and Responsibilities
• Timely and accurate preparation of quality management reports that fall under his/her section(s).
• Planning, directing, coordinating, supervising areas of control; training and development of staff under him/her and setting targets for the section(s).
• Prepare and produce quarterly and annual financial reports and monthly management and statutory accounts.
• Certify and verify returns, documents, vouchers, monitor collection of revenue including inspection and responsible for assets, records and custody of Accountable documents under his/her section(s).
• Ensure compliance with financial and accounting standards and regulations and ensure compliance with legal, tax and other statutory regulations.
• Participate in internal/external audits as scheduled and provide auditors with accounting documents as requested and provide explanation on audit queries.
• Oversee and maintain adequate internal controls in line with set policy.
• Supervise proper filing of all accounting documents.

Minimum Criteria
• A Bachelors Degree in Commerce (Accounting of Finance Option), Business Administration (Accounting option) from a recognized institution or any other relevant qualification adjudged to be its equivalent from an approved institution and have passed Certified Public Accountants (CPA) examination or its approved equivalent.
• Over three years post qualification experience in a similar or related position.
• Proficient in computer applications including accounting systems i.e ERP systems
• Expert knowledge in accounting policies GAAP,IFRS etc.

Personal Qualities

In addition to the above requirements, an officer must have the following qualities:
• Ability to get on well with the diverse workforce
• Good knowledge in the professional field of specialization
• Good communication skills
• Ability to take instructions
• Good organizational and supervisory skills

Core Skills
• Team playing skills
• Accuracy
• Care for resources
• Manual dexterity
• Execution of instructions
• Interpersonal skills
• Analytical skill
• Records Management skills

Interested applicants should apply to the address below.

DNA 1171
P.O. Box 49010-00100
GPO- Nairobi

Deadline for the applications is Tuesday 6th December 2011

Medical Officer Job Vacancy - Multimedia University College of Kenya

The Multimedia University College of Kenya was established by the Kenya Government under Legal Notice Number 155 of 2008 as a constituent college of Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT), the successor to the Kenya College of Communications Technology (KCCT).

The University College aims at becoming a regional leader in the discovery, preservation and dissemination of knowledge in the areas of Information and Communications Technology and related academic disciplines.

The College invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the following vacant position.

Medical Officer

Grade 12

Applicants must have the following minimum qualifications:
• MB, ChB degree plus five (5) years of good post-internship working experience.
• Those with a masters degree in medicine plus two (2) years post-internship experience will also be considered.
• Must be registered with the Kenya Medical Practitioners & Dentist Board.

Applications must reach the undersigned by 18th November 2011.

Deputy Principal (Finance & Administration)
Multimedia University College of Kenya
P O Box 30305-00100
Nairobi

National Crime Research Centre Director, Principal Researcher, Research Officer and Accountant Jobs

The National Crime Research Act, Chapter 62, Laws of Kenya established the National Crime Research Centre (NCRC), which is a State Corporation under the State Law Office.

The objects of the Centre are to carry out research into the causes of crime, and its prevention and to disseminate research findings and recommendations to agencies of Government concerned with the administration of criminal justice with a view to assisting them in their policy formulation and planning.

The Centre is looking for well organized and highly motivated individuals who are result oriented to fill the following positions:

Director (NCRC 1) – National Crime Research Centre

Advert. No. NCRC/1/2011

Responsibilities

The Director shall be the Chief Executive of the Centre and an ex-official member of the Governing Council who shall be responsible to the Governing Council.

The director will perform the following duties:-
• The Secretary to the Governing Council
• Responsible for the efficient organization, management, administration, direction, control and co-ordination of the operation of the Centre in matters concerning research.
• Formulating and developing Policies, strategies, standards and guidelines in all research to be carried out by the Centre.
• Disseminate and communicate research findings through publications, workshops, seminars, the mass media and other appropriate means of dissemination.
• Responsible for building linkages with national, regional and international agencies concerned with the administration of criminal justice including government and non-governmental organizations and managing partnerships with stakeholders.
• Implementing policy geared towards human resource development.
• Responsible for the financial management, preparation of the budget and administrative affairs of the Centre.
• The management and custody of the assets of the Centre.
• Keeping and maintaining all records and documents of the Centre.

Qualifications

For appointment to this grade, the candidate must have:-
• Bachelors Degree in any of the following disciplines; Law, Sociology, Psychology, Business and Administration, Research methods from a recognized University.
• Masters Degree in any of the following disciplines; Criminal Law, Criminology, Sociology, Psychology and Research methods and any other advanced qualification from a recognized University.
• Demonstrated high administration ability for effective organization and management.
• At least ten (10) years working experience in matters relating to legal and criminal research.
• Excellent financial, human resource and information technology management skills.
• Good communication, presentation and networking skills.
• Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution regarding Leadership and Integrity.

Salary: salary commensurate with NCRC salary structure.

Duration: The appointment is for three (3) years renewable contract.


Principal Researcher (NCRC 4)

Advert. No. NCRC 2/2011

1 Post

Qualification

For appointment to this grade, the candidate must have:-
• Served satisfactorily on the grade of Senior Research Officer for a minimum period of three (3) years and has demonstrated high standard of competence and supervisory ability.
• Bachelors Degree in any of the following disciplines; Law, Social work, Sociology, Criminology, Psychology, from a recognized University.
• Masters Degree in any of the following disciplines; Law, Sociology, Criminology, Psychology or any other advanced qualification from a recognized University.
• Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution regarding leadership and integrity

Duties and Responsibilities

An officer at this level will be in charge of a Research Department at the Centre. Specific duties and responsibilities include:
• Head of the Research Department at the Centre.
• Supervising other Researchers in the department to ensure standard of research are in line with policy guidelines.
• Developing research proposals and submitting them to Departmental Heads for deliberation.
• Representing the Department in departmental meetings.
• Developing work plans and coordinating research in the department.

Research Officer I (NCRC 6)

Advert. No. NCRC 3/2011

1 Post

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-
• Bachelors Degree in any of the following disciplines; Law, Sociology, Social work, Criminology, Psychology from a recognized University.
• A Post Graduate qualification from a recognized University will be an added advantage.
• A Certificate of competence in Word Processing (MS Word, Word Perfect, Spread Sheet (MS Excel, Lotus), Database Management (MS Access, D-base, oracle, sequential languages - SQl), and Statistical Packages (SPSS) from a recognized Institution.
• Served satisfactorily on the grade of Research Officer II for a minimum period of three (3) years and has demonstrated merit and ability in work performance and results.
• Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution regarding Leadership and integrity.

Duties and Responsibilities
• Collection and analysis of Crime data
• Writing research reports
• Preparation of draft research proposals.
• Provision of Primary and Secondary source information and liaising with the Principal Research Officer in conducting research.
• Any other related duties assigned to him/her from time to time.

Accountant I (NCRC 6)

Advert. No. NCRC 4/2011

1 Post

Qualifications

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-
• A Certified Public Accountants (CPAK) examination or its approved equivalent
• Membership to the institute of certified Public Accountants of Kenya will be an added advantage.
or
• A Bachelor of Commerce Degree (Accounting Option) or any other relevant qualification adjudged to be its equivalent from a recognized University/Institution
• In depth knowledge and experience in computerized accounting.
• Knowledge of the Kenya Government financial regulations.
• Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution regarding leadership and integrity.

Duties and Responsibilities
• Safeguarding the Centre’s Cash and Cheque Books
• Timely submitting statutory and other deductions
• Making prompt and accurate payments
• Withdrawing funds from the Centre’s Account for official use
• Keeping custody of collections.

Duration - The appointments are for three (3) years renewable contract.

Salary – salary commensurate with NCRC salary structure

Assumption of duties: 01 January 2012

Apply with a detailed CV including three contactable referees to:

The Chairman,
Governing Council,
National Crime Research Centre,
NSSF Building, Block A,
19th Floor, Western Wing,
Box 21180 – 00100
Nairobi.

So as to reach him on or before 25th November, 2011.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Canvassing for this position will result in disqualification.

Chairman
Governing Council
National Crime Research Centre

Pz Cussons East Africa recruiting Assistant Key Accounts Manager (Sales Department) Job

PZ Cussons East Africa is a leading Global Manufacturer and Marketer of leading Household quality brands that include Carex, Imperial Leather, Venus, Robb, Ushindi and Flamingo.

In line with our Key Accounts growth agenda, we wish to enhance our Sales team by hiring for the position of Assistant Key Accounts Manager.

Job Purpose

The position is responsible for effective management and development of business relationships with key customer accounts (supermarket chains), whilst focusing on maximizing the performance, profitability, sales value and volume of company brands within Kenya.

This position reports to the Senior Key Accounts Manager.

Principal Accountabilities
• Execute joint customer plans for respective accounts that form a basis for mutual collaboration toward partnership growth.
• Managing Relationships to grow the business.
• Maintain and grow existing volume and distribution by taking direct responsibility for customer relationships and leveraging contacts, thus building positive, credible & long term relationships with On-Premise customers especially at branch levels.
• Execute share of shelf and to ensure we have distribution, stock weight and visibility in the outlets in the assigned area.
• Collect payments and ensure debt levels do not run into bad debts.
• Exceptional execution of Sales Drivers (Price, Promotion, Visibility, Quality, Distribution, Persuasion) through application of customer/consumer insights.
• Report implementation of all activity though appropriate processes & systems and monitors compliance.
• Suggest activities that will grow accounts.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience
• Bachelors’ degree in Sales & Marketing or equivalent with at least five (2) years experience in FMCG sales.
• Ability to assess competitor data, activity and recommending counter approaches.
• Ability to influence orders and negotiate for space in branches.
• Ability to execute promotions in time and fully.
• Good Negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to align self to our core values of Courage, Accountability, networking, Drive and Oneness
• Potential to demonstrate our Global Competencies of Creating the Future, Working Together, being Adaptable, and Pursuing Success within the first six months of employment

How to Apply

If you meet the requirements for this position, please send your application and CV to Jobs.Kenya@pzcussons.com.

This vacancy remains open until close of business on 18 November 2011.

PZ Cussons East Africa is an equal opportunity employer

Nairobi Bottlers Ltd Regional Sales Manager Job

Position Purpose:-

To provide leadership in the design and implementation of the Region’s Strategy on Market Execution.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Country Commercial Manager, the successful candidate’s main responsibilities will include, and not limited to;
• lead the Regional commercial Team
• Formulate the region’s Commercial budgets and monitor expenses as per the company guidelines
• Develop and execute the region’s Commercial strategy and marketing plan(s)
• Develop channel specific Market Execution plans
• Optimize revenue generation management opportunities in the region
• Identify the region’s market opportunities and highlight those that support profitable and sustainable volume growth
• Manage execution of In-trade Merchandising standards
• Develop & manage the re9ion’s marketing information
• Manage performance and coaching for the commercial teams

Selection Criteria

We are interested in candidates with following qualifications;
• Bachelors Degree holder, with an added advantage for an MBA candidate or equivalent.
• A minimum of 4 years experience in an FMCG environment at a leadership level.
• Strong experience in sales & marketing environments
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal & written communications skills.
• Strategic and conceptual thinking; Problem solving skills; High level of pro-action and initiative.
• Strong leadership skills with ability to influence appropriately
Interested Candidates should apply online: www.cocacolasabco.com and click on the “careers” link.

Closing date for receiving the applications will be 6 November 2011.

“Coca-Cola Sabco Ply Ltd is an equal opportunity Employer.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those candidates who are shortlisted will be contacted.

Deputy Technical Co-ordination Manager (Athi) Job in Kenya - Water Resources Management Authority (WRMA)

Deputy Technical Co-ordination Manager, Athi

1 Position

Scale 3

Water Resources Management Authority (WRMA) is a state corporation established in November 2003, under the provision of the Water Act 2002 of the Laws of Kenya.

The Authority is a non-profit, service oriented corporate body under the Ministry of Water and Irrigation. It is charged with the responsibility of providing leadership in the management of water resources countrywide.

It is also subject to the State Corporations Act which guides all state corporations in Kenya. The Authority wishes to fill the following vacant positions with dynamic, result-oriented and self driven individuals;

The Position

The Deputy Technical Coordination Manager will be answerable to the Technical Coordination Manager, and with the advice of the Catchments Area Advisory Committee (CAAC), will be responsible for the efficient management of the affairs of WRMA in a region.

The officer will also be responsible for the day-to-day operations and administration of WRMA offices in a region.

Key Responsibilities

Specific duties and responsibilities for the Deputy Coordination Manager will include:-
• developing and re-assessing the regional water resources management activities;
• overseeing management and protection of water catchments and water bodies;
• ensuring collection charges for water use; maintaining information on water resources;
• publishing forecasts, projections and providing early warnings on water related hazards;
• implementing catchments management strategies and plans;
• liaising with other stakeholders in the regions for better management of water resources;
• promoting private public partnership; and
• stakeholder coordination for emergency response activities.

Qualifications & Experience

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:-
• Served for a period of at least four (4) years in the grade of Assistant Technical Coordination Manager or in an equivalent and a comparable position in the Water Sector;
• bachelor of Science Degree in any of the following areas :-Physical Sciences, Earth Sciences, Water Resource Management or Civil Engineering and a Master's Degree in any of the following areas :- Natural Sciences, Water Resource Management related field or Civil Engineering,
• Demonstrated leadership and strong management skills including Human Resource and financial management;
• attended Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting not less than six (6) weeks;
• Computer skills ; and
• Demonstrated a high degree of professional competence in work performance and interpersonal skills
Interested candidates should apply stating their overall suitability for the position together with a detailed CV that clearly addresses the ability to perform the key responsibilities to:

The Chief Executive Officer
Water Resources Management Authority
P.O. Box 45250-00100, Nairobi

Or E-mail: recruitment@wrma.or.ke

Submission of these applications close on Thursday November 17, 2011

Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Download the application form here

Chief Planning, Research and Development Officer Job in Kenya - Water Resources Management Authority (WRMA)

Chief Planning, Research and Development Officer

1 Position

Scale 4

Water Resources Management Authority (WRMA) is a state corporation established in November 2003, under the provision of the Water Act 2002 of the Laws of Kenya.

The Authority is a non-profit, service oriented corporate body under the Ministry of Water and Irrigation.

It is charged with the responsibility of providing leadership in the management of water resources countrywide.

It is also subject to the State Corporations Act which guides all state corporations in Kenya.

The Authority wishes to fill the following vacant positions with dynamic, result-oriented and self driven individuals;

The Position

The Research and Development Function entails:
• identification of new areas for research and functional improvement;
• liaising with stakeholders and donors for research funding;
• undertaking research on identified aspects;
• documentation and dissemination of findings;
• recommending appropriate measures on findings;
• Initiating implementation of identified solutions to the research findings; and
• evaluation of catchment plans & proposals identified for research.
The Planning Function entails policy formulation, monitoring and evaluation; project planning, implementation and management; and initiating Performance Contracting strategies and objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Identification of new areas for research and functional improvement; liaising with stakeholders and donors for research funding; undertaking research on identified aspects; documentation and dissemination of findings; recommending appropriate measures on findings; Initiating implementation of identified solutions to the research findings; and evaluation of catchment plans identified for research.

The Planning Function entails policy formulation, monitoring and evaluation; project planning, implementation and management; and initiating Performance Contracting strategies and objectives.

Qualifications & Experience

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-
• Bachelor’s Degree in Economics or related field with a minimum of 4 yrs experience in a similar role and a Master’s Degree in any of the above disciplines.
• Demonstrated merit and ability in work performance and results,
• Demonstrated ability in production of implementable research proposals
• Relevant practical experience in a large organization.
Interested candidates should apply stating their overall suitability for the position together with a detailed CV that clearly addresses the ability to perform the key responsibilities to:

The Chief Executive Officer
Water Resources Management Authority
P.O. Box 45250-00100, Nairobi
Or E-mail: recruitment@wrma.or.ke

Submission of these applications close on Thursday November 17, 2011

Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Click Here to Download the Application Form

Chief Supply Chain Management Officer Job in Kenya - Water Resources Management Authority (WRMA)

Chief Supply Chain Management Officer

1 Position

Scale 4

Water Resources Management Authority (WRMA) is a state corporation established in July 2005, under the provision of the Water Act 2002 of the Laws of Kenya.

The Authority is a non-profit, service oriented corporate body under the Ministry of Water and Irrigation. It is charged with the responsibility of providing leadership in the management of water resources countrywide. It is also subject to the State Corporations Act which guides all state corporations in Kenya.

The Authority wishes to fill the following vacant positions with dynamic, result-oriented and self driven individuals;

The Position

The officer will be head of procurement and will report to the Finance & Administration Manager for management of the unit

Key Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level will involve;
• initiating policy on procurement;
• conducting market research;
• preparation of procurement plans;
• assisting in reviewing, updating, interpreting and implementing existing supplies policies, regulations and procedures;
• disposal of unserviceable stores;
• preparation of procurement plans;
• sourcing for suppliers; stock control, stock taking and stock audit.

Qualifications & Experience

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-
• Served satisfactorily in the grade of Senior Supply Chain Management Officer or in a comparable position in a reputable organization for at least four (4) years;
• A Bachelor of Commerce Degree (Supplies Chain Management) or Business Administration or their equivalent qualification from a recognized institution and a Master's Degree in Supplies Chain Management, Business Administration or their equivalent from a recognized institution;
• Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supplies Level 6 or higher;
• Computer application skills;
• Shown merit and professional competence as reflected in work performance and results.
• Upheld very high standards of integrity in previous appointments;
• Ability to initiate cost saving measures in procurement activities without compromising quality of goods and services;
• Be familiar with procurement regulations.
Interested candidates should apply stating their overall suitability for the position together with a detailed CV that clearly addresses the ability to perform the key responsibilities to:

The Chief Executive Officer
Water Resources Management Authority
P.O. Box 45250-00100, Nairobi

Or E-mail: recruitment@wrma.or.ke

Submission of these applications close on Thursday November 17, 2011

Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Click Here to Download the Application Form

Assistant Technical Co-ordination Manager (Ground Water) Job in Kenya - Water Resources Management Authority (WRMA)

Assistant Technical Co-ordination Manager, Ground Water

1 Position

Scale 4

Water Resources Management Authority (WRMA) is a state corporation established in November 2003, under the provision of the Water Act 2002 of the Laws of Kenya.

The Authority is a non-profit, service oriented corporate body under the Ministry of Water and Irrigation. It is charged with the responsibility of providing leadership in the management of water resources countrywide. It is also subject to the State Corporations Act which guides all state corporations in Kenya.

The Authority wishes to fill the following vacant positions with dynamic, result-oriented and self driven individuals;

The Position

The Assistant Technical Manager, Groundwater will report to the Deputy Technical Manager at the Headquarters.

Key Responsibilities

The Assistant Technical Manager, Groundwater will report to the Deputy Technical Manager at the Headquarter.

At this level the officer will supervise and be responsible for groundwater exploration, groundwater monitoring, up-dating maps, ensuring compliance to standards regarding the drilling and test pumping operations, groundwater investigation and groundwater quality and quantity analysis.

Specific duties include assisting hydro-geologists in groundwater research activities, ensuring accurate and comprehensive hydro-geological and geophysical surveys are conducted and organization and computation of data relating to aquifer parameters, providing standard guidelines for the evaluation of hydrogeological reports for water permitting,

Qualifications & Experience

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:
• Served for a minimum period of four (4) years in the grade of Senior Ground Water Officer or a comparable and relevant position in the Water Sector;
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results;
• Bachelor's and Master's Degree in Hydrogeology; and
• Demonstrated ability and competence to plan organise, direct and co-ordinate specialised hydrogeological activities at catchments or programme level.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare reports and meet deadlines
Interested candidates should apply stating their overall suitability for the position together with a detailed CV that clearly addresses the ability to perform the key responsibilities to:

The Chief Executive Officer
Water Resources Management Authority
P.O. Box 45250-00100, Nairobi
Or E-mail: recruitment@wrma.or.ke

Submission of these applications close on Thursday November 17, 2011

Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Click Here to Download the Application Form

Assistant Technical Co-ordination Managers Jobs in Kenya (Community Development) - Water Resources Management Authority (WRMA)

Assistant Technical Co-ordination Manager, Community Development

3 Positions

Scale 4

Water Resources Management Authority (WRMA) is a state corporation established in November 2003, under the provision of the Water Act 2002 of the Laws of Kenya.

The Authority is a non-profit, service oriented corporate body under the Ministry of Water and Irrigation. It is charged with the responsibility of providing leadership in the management of water resources countrywide. It is also subject to the State Corporations Act which guides all state corporations in Kenya.

The Authority wishes to fill the following vacant positions with dynamic, result-oriented and self driven individuals;

The Position

The officer will report to the Deputy Technical Coordination Manager responsible for Coordination of Community Management activities at the National Office OR the Deputy Technical Coordination Manager at Regional Office.

Key Responsibilities

An officer at this level will be responsible to the Deputy Technical Co-ordination Manager.

The key responsibilities for this position are community mobilization and motivation; maintaining WRUAs data and records; monitoring and evaluation of the implementation of WRUA activities.

In addition the officer, will carry out SWOT analysis of WRUAs and any other water and environmental committees including community based organizations (CBOs) and Non-governmental Organizations (NGOs) involved in land and water resources management.

Qualifications & Experience

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:-
• Served for at least four (4) years in the grade of Senior Community Development Officer or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service;
• A Bachelor's and Master's Degree in Community Development, Social Work or relevant qualification from a recognized institution;
• Attended a Management Course lasting not less than one (1) month;
• Computer application skills; and
• Shown competence in community development and mobilization.
Interested candidates should apply stating their overall suitability for the position together with a detailed CV that clearly addresses the ability to perform the key responsibilities to:

The Chief Executive Officer
Water Resources Management Authority
P.O. Box 45250-00100, Nairobi
Or E-mail: recruitment@wrma.or.ke

Submission of these applications close on Thursday November 17, 2011

Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Click Here to Download the Application Form

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.

ABC Bank Operations Officer Job

Job Title: Operations Officer - Nairobi

Job Summary:

The Purpose of this job is:

To maintain operational excellence for the branch to support high standards of service delivery

To maintain prudent Cash Management in the branch to ensure that there is adequate but not excessive cash holding to firstly smooth delivery of service to customers; secondly minimise risks of loss and opportunity for revenues

Minimise losses through diligent monitoring and management of areas that pose inherent operational risks

Maintain a healthy business environment through strict compliance with Money Laundering Prevention guidelines

Task & Responsibilities
• Responsible for all operational activities in Cash, Clearing, Transfers and FX.
• Ensures that all the cash shortage/excess is immediately reported to the Retail Manager and investigations done as quickly as possible
• Managing staffing levels at the counter (Tellers) and other back-office desks
• Reconciling of all Sundry and Suspense accounts.
• Managing the Safe Deposit Lockers
• Managing security Inventory and stationery.
• Responsible for all transfers entries.
• Responsible for Inward clearing
• Responsible for Standing Instructions.
• Handling of Telephone Queries
• Maintain the security and confidentiality of bank and customer information.
• Daily checking of all the transfer vouchers and ensuring that the same are properly stitched
• Accountable to comply with the bank policy, procedures including fraud prevention internally and externally as contained in the Kenya Bankers Association Security Manual
• Manage cash holding and liaising with the Retail Manager to meet branch targets reflecting risk and non productive assets reduction in order to ensure that there is enough cash/change in the branch and any excess cash should be transferred to the Head Office for outward transmission to CBK
• Ensure that all entries are verified in the system at close of day and bring to the attention of Retail Manager any outstanding entries and arrange for insurance cover for excess over limit
• Ensure all blank forms are reconciled on a daily basis including customer cheque books held, bank drafts, Fixed deposit receipts
• Other office duties assigned by the Retail Manager
• Support business development through generation of sales leads and escalation to the Retail Manager

Job Specifications (Qualifications and training)

Qualifications & Experience
• University degree
• Professional Qualifications
• At least Diploma in AKIB (preferred)
• Minimum 4 years banking experience

Skills & Training:
• Cash Management skills
• Well-versed with operational and account maintenance KYC/AML compliance requirements
• Excellent Communication and interpersonal skills
• Customer Service skills
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proven planning, co-ordination and time management skills
• Well-versed with bank processes and products
• Well groomed and outgoing
• Good working relations with colleagues
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.

ABC Bank Customer Service Representatives (Contract) Jobs

Job Title: Customer Service Representatives - Contract, Various

Job Summary

The Purpose of this job is to:

Process all counter transactions, record keeping and ensuring physical cash held at any given time balances with General ledger account

Cross sell Banks products

Maintain a healthy business environment through strict compliance with Money Laundering Prevention guidelines

Task & Responsibilities
1. Processing of Receipts and payments of notes and coins for all accounts following the banks policies and operations procedures
2. Ensure that there is sufficient cash balance in the till to serve customers
3. Receiving of Bankers Cheques Instructions
4. Ensure that all instruments received are stamped with appropriate date stamps
5. Ensure that all lodged items are verified by the Cash officer
6. Ensure that all debit vouchers used to debit customer accounts are signed according to mandate
7. Track customer complaints and follow up with CSO to ensure their resolution within agreed time frames
8. Ensure that any withdrawals into accounts without sufficient balances are approved by the relevant authorities before posting of the same
9. Ensure that all cash receipts are printed
10. Ensure that cash is balanced within acceptable time period and thereafter locked in safe
11. Report any cash shortages or excesses to the Cash officer immediately it is discovered
12. Ensure that the cash on hand book is fully and accurately filled and signed by officer on a daily basis
13. Ensure that cash in till, date stamps and all security documents are locked in the strong room at the end of each day
14. Submit day’s vouchers and detailed listing to the Cash officer at the end of each day and ensure the same are stitched on a daily basis
15. Maintain the security and confidentiality of the bank and customer information
16. Ensure high standards of customer service by achieving the set service standards
17. Maintains assigned cash holding limit and tie the money in appropriate bundles and have the same sealed and signed.
18. Maintains current knowledge of Retail Banking products, including benefits and features, in order to recognize customers’ needs and refer to the appropriate Bank personnel
19. Cross sell banks products and achieve the bank’s Sales Targets

Job Specifications (Qualifications and Training)

Qualifications & Training:
• A University Degree from a recognized university.
• Customer care &/or Sales training
• Well versed in various banking products
• Computer literacy is essential

Skills & Attributes:
• Gets satisfaction from making a difference and exceeding customer expectations
• Enthusiastic and passionate about service
• Strong customer orientation
• Excellent interpersonal, problem solving / communication skills – both written and oral
• Self-driven and highly motivated, adaptable to change in a rapidly changing environment
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with other staff and customers.
• Well versed with bank processes and 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.

ABC Bank Credit Analyst Job in Nakuru,

Job Title: Credit Analyst - Nakuru

Job Summary

To provide operational support on credit issues at the branch and assume accountability for the business transactions across a specific portfolio of clients.

Tasks & Responsibilities
• Assist the Branch Manager with product knowledge, sales research, customer relationship development and research into solutions to meet customer’s needs.
• Being 100% available to client and first point of contact for transactional products and credit related aspects.
• Develop and maintain credible relationships with clients at appropriate levels through reliable, proactive service delivery and skillful application of specialist knowledge
• Keep clients up to date with bank changes influencing them e.g. rate moves, also following up on requests initiated by clients to provide timely feedback.
• Continually liaise with interrelated areas of the bank, e.g. Credit regarding routine aspects and changes to customers needs or conditions
• Establish diverse network internally and externally and utilize it to facilitate better outreach to meet clients expectation
• Reinforce teamwork between self and other Branch Staff and clearly understand the complementary roles this provides towards growth of business.
• Listing of potential customers within the existing business customers where more business prospects exist within the portfolio.
• Be aware of ABC Bank strategy and how Retail Banking Unit objectives support the strategy
• Understand clients industry and business vis-à-vis the internal and external factors affecting the long term viability of the business and industry
• Possess Up to date knowledge of the market forces, the activities of the competition and their impact on Retail banking with our clients.
• Utilize broad range of information e.g. clients financial and business trends and patterns, information management systems, networks to facilitate selling opportunities and proactively identify opportunities and threats to clients and bank.
• Understands and conforms to ABC’s risk policies and procedures.
• Study and understand risks associated with SME and business clientele in terms of credit and operations.
• Learn to balance the risks inherent within certain clients and act in a manner which is of long term benefit to the bank and the client.
• Arrears-monitoring all accounts in arrears and calling the customers to regularise the accounts.
• Security Documents-For existing customers ensuring that the bank holds valid securities as per the approvals and following on any due insurances, maintenance of security documentation until they are fully under the control of Centralised Securities.
• Liaising with the relevant departments for new borrowings to ensure perfection of the securities has been done before disbursement.
• Following up and monitoring any expiring limits to ensure that customers are informed on time before limits fall off the system.
• Manage the day-to-day portfolio of the Branch under the BM’s guidance.
• Preparing CLPs for existing business. These CLPs to be reviewed by the BMs before being submitted to Credit Department.
• Making appointments especially when reviews of facilities are due and giving leads to the head of Retail Banking to enable them book more business.
• Primarily responsible for preparation of ICERs and TOD / EOL requests under the instructions of the BM.
• Primarily responsible for calling for all relevant customer information required to undertake renewal of existing facilities and any other (new business) requests for facilities.
• The targets on preparing of these CLP’s when all documents have been presented are as follows.
1. Asset Finance 2 working days
2. Renewal of Existing facility and back-to-back facilities 2working days.
3. New CLP –TL & OD 3days
• Primarily responsible for customer query resolution as regards ABC operations.
• Primarily responsible for update of client information in the Bank’s systems.
• Jointly responsible with the BM for analysis and commenting on financial figures provided to the Bank by the customers. These financial figures include audited accounts, management accounts, debenture figures etc.
• Jointly responsible with the BM for monitoring customer adherence to terms and conditions of offer letters and any financial covenants agreed with the Bank.
Job Specifications (Qualifications)

Qualifications & Experience:
• Business related diploma or degree, CPA(K), AKIB
• Banking experience specifically within the branch network
• Six months experience within credit environment
• Has conceptual understanding of business mission and strategy, as well as performance implications of the strategy with regard to market success
• Knows and understands the best operating practices specific to the business
• Relationship and principles of credit management and practice
• Team goal structuring and planning skills, knowing how to leverage the expertise of the team.
• Excellent Financial analysis knowledge
• Computer literacy
• Excellent Lending skills
• Excellent Trade finance knowledge
• Excellent Marketing / sales knowledge
• Clear understanding of ABC Bank’s product range(benefits, limitations, profitability)
• Credit policy understanding, policies, processes and procedures
• Sound banking knowledge
• Ability to cross-sell and identify opportunities.
• Maintain clear understanding of the budget and the target setting process within Business Banking Unit.

Skills and Training:
• Clear verbal and writing ability
• Analytical and able to communicate research findings
• Able to conduct presentations, negotiate on a one to one basis with clients
• Attuned to all possible sources of useful information
• has conceptual understanding of strategic business plans and trends
• Business acumen and financial skills to manage own performance
• Enjoys complex and abstract issues
• Listens with keenness to others’ problems
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.

ABC Bank Branch Manager Job in Industrial Area Nairobi

Job Title: Branch Manager - Nairobi, Industrial Area

Job Summary

The purpose of this job is to:

Manage sales to grow Personal Banking Business through achievement of projected targets and budgets, both in number and value; through effective management and leadership of the sales; and development of sales growth strategies and opportunities.

Maintain high Service Delivery Standards

Manage operational and business risks and costs to maximize profitability

Tasks & Responsibilities
1. Developing and implementing the branch business plan
2. Laying strategies to develop and increase sales volumes
3. Maintaining an aggressive customer calling program
4. Organizing open days and product fairs to promote sales growth
5. Monitor sales growth and prepare monthly reports
6. Retaining existing customers by maintain high standards of customer service delivery and building customer loyalty
7. Provide leadership, direction and pace to the branch team
8. Proactively managing costs by monitoring expenditure against productivity and budgets
9. Manage operational risk for the branch to prevent losses and other associated risks
Job Specifications (Qualifications and training)

Qualifications & Experience:
• A university degree in either Marketing or Business Management
• A proven record in the delivery of business targets.
• 6 years working experience 3 of which must have been in a bank in a management role
• Full knowledge of ABC products
• Good knowledge of banking and financial market in Kenya
• Computer literacy is essential

Skills & Attributes:
• Excellent Communication and interpersonal skills
• Team building and leadership skills
• Proven planning, co-ordination and time management skills
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Computer skills in word-processing, presentations and statistical analysis

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.