ICT Technician Job in Kenya

 ICT Technician

The ICT Technician will be responsible for general maintenance of defined computer equipment and for the resolution of identified technical problems.

The following indicate some of the principal tasks and responsibilities:

Software

• install and test new software
• make software available to appropriate users
• ensure the anti-virus software is installed, kept up to date and working properly on all stations
• perform any upgrades required to software

Hardware

• check new computer equipment on arrival and install as appropriate
• maintain computer peripheral equipment such as scanners, printers, whiteboards, projectors; ensure that these are prepared and ready to be used
• keep a log of all technical faults
• liaise with external suppliers for the repair of equipment under warranty or maintenance contract
• work with and occasionally repair a range of peripherals

Network Management

• check the network back up logs where appropriate
• set up, maintain and remove user network accounts where appropriate
• carry out routine network maintenance tasks

Requirements:

• Diploma/Craft Certificate in IT-Repairs and Maintenance
• 1-2 Years’ experience in computer repairs and maintenance

If you feel you fit the above role, please send your CV jobs@alternatedoors.co.ke or alternatedoors@gmail.com

Operations Manager Job in Kenya

Operations Manager 

Salary 100-150K

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Our client is an Interior Design Company that provides interior design solutions such as partitioning, windows solutions, floor systems, furniture solutions and ceiling works is looking for an Operations Manager.

Job Purpose: Project Manager to supervise administration and carry out project management.

Job Roles and Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee the clients from inception to completion
• Oversee the design and construction of the projects of the clients
• Manage project resource allocation;
• Track and report on project deliverables/milestones and provide project tracking reports;
• Delegate and oversee sections of a project with other design team members to meet deadlines;
• Maintain accurate project records of accountable time, billable percentages, project status, and scheduling timeline;
• Handle project accounting coordination;
• Monitor project creep, and work towards minimization and management of delays;
• Effectively manage project scope by ensuring any changes to scope are documented and approved.

Required Qualifications & Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or Building and Construction
• 5 years relevant work experience in a design or construction industry with at least 2 years being in management level
• Have a good understanding of graphics
• Strong planning and organising skills
• Demonstrate a high level of initiative and attention to detail
• Able to work under pressure and with short time lines, schedule and prioritize projects
• Be a team player who is a problem solver, enthusiastic, highly motivated
• Have good interpersonal skills
• Have good communication skills with regard to written, drawn and verbal and presentation skills.
• Be goal and results oriented.                                                                                             

If you meet the above requirements send your CV only, to vacancies@corporatestaffing.co.ke, indicating the title (Operations Manager) on the subject line.

Human Resource Assistant Job in Kenya

Human Resource Assistant

Gross Salary: 35 - 45K

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Our client is a manufacturing company based in Karen, Nairobi Kenya is looking for a Human Resource Assistant.

Gross Salary: 35 - 45K

Main purpose of the Job: 

 To provide efficient administrative support for the HR Manager, ensuring service users are provided with key information on HR processes and procedures.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Undertake duties supporting the recruitment and selection function including placing adverts; processing invoices; pre-employment checks; chasing references; arranging short-listing and interview packs; contacting candidates and managers; and any other associated duties.
• Undertake duties supporting the use of HR Information System including sending out relevant contractual information; liaising with payroll to resolve queries; processing any other payments.
• Undertake administrative duties supporting various HR processes including maternity and paternity leave and other forms of special leave; job evaluation panels; probation procedure; other terms and conditions of employment.
• Undertake duties supporting the organization’s learning and development culture including the collation of learning needs from individuals’ appraisals and the collation of information relating to the evaluation of training.
• Undertake administrative duties to support the HR Manager in the delivery of a health and safety culture within the organisation including the provision of statistical information; maintaining records on health and safety training undertaken.
• Provide administrative support to the HR team including word processing; distribution of information; organizing and taking minutes at meetings for the HR Manager.
• Making sure that all licence’s are renewed.
• Any other duties assigned by the HR Manager.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a Diploma in Human resource Management
• At least 4 years experience handling Human resource functions.
• Preferably with HR experience in manufacturing industry set up.
• Understanding of human resource reporting and record keeping requirements.
• Well organized, accurate and attentive to detail
• Excellent communications and public relations abilities.
• Strong typing and computer application skills.
• Ability to assist and support others.
• Must be above 28 years of age
• Ladies are encouraged to apply.

If qualified send CV only to jobs@corporatestaffing.co.ke, indicating the title (Human Resource Assistant- 35-45K) on the subject line.

Note: Those who had applied earlier need not to apply

N.B. We do not charge any fee for interviews and neither for having your CV in our database

ICT Jobs with Africa Nazarene Uni., Kenya

Africa Nazarene University (ANU) is a Chartered Christian University that integrates faith with learning to produce well rounded individuals who are able to meet challenges of their times. 

It is sponsored by the Church of Nazarene, an international Protestant denomination grounded in the Wesleyan holiness tradition.

Applications are invited for the following positions in the Department of Computer and Information Systems:
   
Systems Administrator 

 
Minimum Qualifications:

• Degree in Computer Science, or information technology. Experience with Novell Network Operating Systems, Microsoft Network Operating Systems and Linux is required.
• Certification in any of the  above requirements plus Cisco’s CCNA, CompTIA’s A+ or Network+  will be an added advantage 

Computer Services Administrator (3post)

Minimum Qualifications:

• Degree in Computer Science or Information Technology or equivalent professional experience in a related field. 
• Significant experience with helpdesk operations, ticketing system and inventory management.
• Detailed and comprehensive knowledge of computer hardware and software. 
• Ability to communicate technical issues easily to an audience with varying levels of IT knowledge demonstrating a strong customer service orientation.
• Ability to work with confidential and sensitive data or activities.

Database Administrator

Minimum Qualifications:

• Degree in Computer Science or Information Technology.
• Experience with Microsoft’s Navision and MS SQL.
• Certification in RDMS is an added advantage.

Computer Lab. Security

Minimum Qualifications:

• Certification in computer maintenance or applications.

Applicants should give full details of education and professional qualifications, experience, current post, salary and other financial benefits, copies of certificates, curriculum vitae, transcripts, the names and addresses of three referees (one of whom should be present or previous employer), should be addressed to:-

The Vice Chancellor
Africa Nazarene University
P.O. Box 53067 – 00200
Nairobi

Applications should reach the office not later than 5.00P.m, Friday, 10th May, 2013.

Applications could also be dropped at our Town Campus located at the Agrho house Building, Moi Avenue.

Please remember to quote the position you are applying for on the envelope. Note that only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Lecturering Job with Africa Nazarene Uni., Kenya

Africa Nazarene University is a Chartered Christian University that integrates faith with learning to produce well rounded individuals who are able to meet challenges of their times. 

It is sponsored by the Church of Nazarene, an international Protestant denomination in the holiness tradition.

Applications are invited for the following position, in the Department of Peace and Conflict Resolution Studies:

Lecturer – Grade F

Applicants must be holders of a PhD degree in the relevant area from a recognized university.  In addition the applicants must:

• Have full time university teaching experience as tutorial fellow or assistant lecturer for at least three (3) years.
• Show evidence of continuing research including having published at least three (3) articles in refereed journals since being appointed Lecturer.
• Show evidence of attendance and contribution at learned Conferences, Seminars or Workshops.
• Show evidence of active participation in departmental activities and good quality teaching.
• Evidence of success in some major non-teaching responsibility at the University or other reputable organizations.

Applicants should give full details of education and professional qualifications, experience, current post, salary and other financial benefits, copies of certificates, curriculum vitae, transcripts, the names and addresses of three referees (one of whom should be present or previous employer), should be addressed to:-

The Vice Chancellor
Africa Nazarene University
P.O. Box 53067 – 00200
Nairobi

Applications should reach the office not later than 5.00P.m, Friday, 10th May, 2013. 

Applications could also be dropped at our Town Campus located at the Agrho house Building, Moi Avenue. 

Please remember to quote the position you are applying for on the envelope.

Note that only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Driver Job in Kenya at Médecins Du Monde

Driver, Kenya – Médecins Du Monde

Médecins du Monde (MdM) is an international humanitarian organization whose mission is to provide medical care for the most vulnerable populations, the world over, including France. 

It seeks to stimulate commitment from doctors, other health care providers, and from those whose expertise in other fields is needed for its activities, to enlist all competent support required for the achievement of its projects, and to seek at all times to encourage close working relationships with populations in its care.

General Description of the Role

The driver will be based in Nairobi following a fixed schedule. He/she will be in charge of driving the MdM employees, guests and equipment in the respect of the Kenyan road regulations and in the safest way possible as well as ensuring the good state of the vehicles.

Key Duties

• Preparing, servicing and maintaining the vehicles;
• Driving the vehicle;
• Loading and unloading of the vehicle;
• Daily logistics support and purchases.

Candidate Profile: 

• Possession of a valid Kenyan driving licence;
• Proven experience in driving (at least one year);
• Knowledge in mechanics will be considered a plus;
• Ability to work under-pressure and respect deadlines;
• Good diplomatic, networking and communication skills;
• Good knowledge of spoken and written English;

If you believe you are the ideal candidate we are looking for, please submit your application and CV to the following email address info@mdmfsomalia.org with the title: Driver, Kenya. 

Closing date is May 2nd 2013. 

Only shortlisted applicant will be contacted.

No application will be considered after the closing date as well as any application received by phone or in our office.

MDM is an equal employer and female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Marketing Manager Urgently Needed in Kenya

Marketing Manager Urgently Needed

Job Description, Skills, and Qualities

Daily tasks and duties will depend on the company size, structure and industry sector but may include:

• monitoring and analyzing market trends
• studying competitors' products and services
• exploring ways of improving existing products and services, and increasing profitability
• identifying target markets and developing strategies to communicate with them
• preparing and managing marketing plans and budgets
• managing the production of promotional material
• liaising with other internal departments such as sales and distribution
• producing reports to monitor results
• presenting findings and suggestions to company directors or other senior managers
• travelling to trade shows, conferences and sales meetings
• supporting and managing a marketing team.

As with many jobs with tight deadlines, they may be expected to work long hours at certain times to ensure that targets are met.

Skills and Personal Qualities

A Marketing Manager should:

• have knowledge of a wide range of marketing techniques and concepts
• be an excellent communicator
• be able to respond well to pressure
• think creatively
• work well in a team and with a wide range of people
• be organised and methodical
• be proactive and able to take the initiative
• be able to motivate and inspire a team
• be well presented with a professional manner
• be persuasive and diplomatic
• have a good business awareness
• be able to work within a budget.

Interests

It is important to be interested in:

• what motivates people
• The industry sector to be marketed.

Email CV to MRiona165@gmail.com stating Marketing Manager Position before 03May 2013

Catholic Archdiocese of Mombasa Accountant Job in Kenya

The Catholic Secretariat of Mombasa is the Catholic Archdiocese of Mombasa (CAM) Administrative, facilitative and coordinative arm through which the CAM implements and coordinates various pastoral programs at the Archdiocese level and undertakes all those responsibilities which express the mission of the Catholic Church.

The organization is seeking for an outstanding, dynamic and result-oriented individual to fill the position of Accountant who shall be responsible for maintaining highest levels of integrity, quality and timeliness in financial reporting, in compliance with the organization’s internal policies, Regulatory requirements and donor rules and regulations.
 

Reporting line: The accountant shall report to the Senior Accountant.
 

Duties and responsibilities

• Overseeing the accounting function including budgeting, cash flow management, payroll, management of periodic reports, maintenance of asset records, periodic account variance analysis, compliance with various legal requirements, licenses, rates, labor laws and tax returns, facilitating annual external audits. All responsibilities to be carried out in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, financial policies and procedures of CAM and all other applicable laws, rules and guidelines.
• The maintenance of accounting records in the QuickBooks accounting system.
• Continuous enhancement of internal control policies and procedures, administering, interpreting and explaining applicable rules, laws and regulations to other department heads and staff.
• Assisting in the development and adherence of current and long-term organizational goals and objectives as well as policies and procedures for the organization.

Minimum Qualifications

• CPA Part 2 Section 3
• A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in a nonprofit organization.
• Experience in working with QuickBooks accounting software.
• Exposure to International Financial Reporting Standards.

Personal Traits

• Committed Catholic, with good recommendation from own Parish Priest
• A  person of attested integrity, with high degree of stewardship of resources
• Excellent analytical, organizational, interpersonal, leadership and communication skills.
• Result oriented, self-motivated and energetic.

Closing date 20th May, 2013
 

The applicants must include their certified testimonials certificates, detailed curriculum vitae, recommendation

from their parish priests, three referees, and day time telephone numbers, and send them to:

The Human Resource Manager,
Archdiocese of Mombasa
Box 84425 – 80100
Mombasa.
 

Or  hr@mombasacatholic.org

Hospitality Industry Sales Manager Job in Kenya

Sales Manager

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a motivated and results-driven individual with a leading supplier of Toiletries, Amenities, Linen, Crockery, Cutlery Glassware and Kitchen Accessories; the ideal one stop shop for the hospitality industry.
 

Job Description

Responsible for the continuous development and performance of all sales activities from our major clients key among them being hotels, lodges, apartments, institutions and bars and restaurants. 

Leads and directs a sales team staff for the achievement of maximum profitability and growth in line with company vision and values. 

Establishes plans and strategies to expand the customer base in the marketing area and contributes to the development of training and educational programs for staff.

Major responsibilities and key tasks

• Manage all sales department Operations and key performance areas as a profit centre
• Ensure sales targets are set and achieved within the given time frame
• Create and review an effective sales commission structure in liaison with the directors
• Ensure proper follow-up for all potential buyers by developing, implementing and monitoring a prospecting and sales control system
• Assist individual sales executives in setting aggressive sales targets and assisting on sales and closing deals, as well as approving all deals made
• Receive and monitor daily weekly sales plans, sales reports, sales targets reports and sales visits report from sales executives and customer care executives
• Management and Monitoring of customer satisfaction ratings for the department
• Manage customer development stages and retention process
• Carry out training of sales executives where necessary
• Addressing customer complaints
• Strategic and monthly planning for the sales department
• Carry out market research
• Gather competitor info so as to stay ahead of competition
• Forecast for stocks
• Manage sales budget
• Plan, measure and manage the market Share
• Business Development; generating new business
• Ensuring proper follow-up for all potential buyers by developing, implementing and monitoring a prospecting and sales control system
• Tracking all customers and making sure all leads are logged
• Manage customer development stages from buying, cross-sell, up-sell, complaints and retention process
• Marketing especially in planning of expos
• Any other duties as assigned by management

Qualifications

• Over 5 years’ experience as a sales manager 2 of which should be in the hospitality industry
• Degree in Business administration/ sales & marketing
• Those with a diploma in hotel management will have an added advantage
• Proven ability to set and achieve sales targets for self and sales team
• The ability to motivate and lead a sales team
• Excellent sales and negotiation skills
• Good business sense
• Initiative and enthusiasm
• Excellent communication and 'people skills'
• Good planning and organizational skills
• Good IT, budget and report writing skills
• A full driving license

Additional Information:  

To apply please visit the following link to submit your application:
 

https://www.smartrecruiters.com/PeopleFitAfricaLimites/71955503-sales-manager-hospitality-industry-
 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Regional Sales Executive Job in Eldoret Kenya

Job Title: Regional Sales Executive   

Job Code: RES/EAG/130416

Number of Positions Open: 1

Location: Eldoret, Kenya   

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Summary:
   
We are an established corporate supplying to the Hospitality industry which includes hotel Chains, hotels, restaurants, bars, hospitals, catering institutions, university, colleges and all related food and beverage organizations based in Kenya.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Accomplishes regional sales human resource objectives by recruiting, selecting, orienting, training, assigning, scheduling, coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees in assigned areas; communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, appraising, and reviewing job contributions; planning and reviewing compensation actions; enforcing policies and procedures.
• Achieves regional sales operational objectives by contributing regional sales information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews; preparing and completing action plans; implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolving problems; completing audits; identifying trends; determining regional sales system improvements; implementing change.
• Meets regional sales financial objectives by forecasting requirements; preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions.
• Establishes sales objectives by creating a sales plan and quota for districts in support of national objectives.
• Maintains and expands customer base by counseling district sales representatives; building and maintaining rapport with key customers; identifying new customer opportunities.
• Recommends product lines by identifying new product opportunities, and/or product, packaging, and service changes; surveying consumer needs and trends; tracking competitors.
• Implements trade promotions by publishing, tracking, and evaluating trade spending.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks.
• Accomplishes sales and organization mission by completing related results as needed.

Skills and Certification:

• A Bachelors’ Degree in a business related field.
• Knowledgeable on the existing company markets as well as market segments that can be captured.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Proficiency in computerize packages.
• Attention to detail with good analytical skills, initiative and a concern for quality.
• Ability to solve problems quickly and completely.
• Delivers agreed output within the set timelines.
• Clear and concise in written and spoken communication; keeps all relevant people informed of progress in work, presents complex information and concepts in a way which is simple to understand.
• Results Driven
• Fluent in Gujarati.

Experience:

• 5-7 years of experience

How to Apply:

Interested candidates holding the necessary requirements, good performance and / or references are encouraged to apply with detailed CV’s, inclusive of names and contacts of 3 referees, current telephone number and email address by scrolling down and clicking on: Regional Sales Executive

Regional Sales Executive Job in Kisumu, Kenya

Job Title: Regional Sales Executive    

Job Code: RES/EAG/130416
 

Number of Positions Open: 1  

Location: Kisumu, Kenya    

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Summary:
   
Our client is an established corporate supplying to the Hospitality industry which includes hotel Chains, hotels, restaurants, bars, hospitals, catering institutions, university, colleges and all related food and beverage organizations based in Kenya.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Accomplishes regional sales human resource objectives by recruiting, selecting, orienting, training, assigning, scheduling, coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees in assigned areas; communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, appraising, and reviewing job contributions; planning and reviewing compensation actions; enforcing policies and procedures.
• Achieves regional sales operational objectives by contributing regional sales information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews; preparing and completing action plans; implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolving problems; completing audits; identifying trends; determining regional sales system improvements; implementing change.
• Meets regional sales financial objectives by forecasting requirements; preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions.
• Establishes sales objectives by creating a sales plan and quota for districts in support of national objectives.
• Maintains and expands customer base by counseling district sales representatives; building and maintaining rapport with key customers; identifying new customer opportunities.
• Recommends product lines by identifying new product opportunities, and/or product, packaging, and service changes; surveying consumer needs and trends; tracking competitors.
• Implements trade promotions by publishing, tracking, and evaluating trade spending.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks.
• Accomplishes sales and organization mission by completing related results as needed.

Skills and Certification:

• A Bachelors’ Degree in a business related field.
• Knowledgeable on the existing company markets as well as market segments that can be captured.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Proficiency in computerize packages.
• Attention to detail with good analytical skills, initiative and a concern for quality.
• Ability to solve problems quickly and completely.
• Delivers agreed output within the set timelines.
• Clear and concise in written and spoken communication; keeps all relevant people informed of progress in work, presents complex information and concepts in a way which is simple to understand.
• Results Driven
• Fluent in Gujarati.

Experience:

• 5-7 years of experience

How to Apply:

Interested candidates holding the necessary requirements, good performance and / or references are encouraged to apply with detailed CV’s, inclusive of names and contacts of 3 referees, current telephone number and email address by scrolling down and clicking on: Regional Sales Executive

B2B Sales Executive Job in Nairobi, Kenya (KShs 60K)

Job Title: B2B Sales Executive    

Job Code: SE/EAG/130416
 

Number of Positions Open: 1    

Reports To: General Manager
 

Location:  Nairobi, Kenya    

Closing Date:  Open Until Filled

Summary:
   
Our client is an established corporate supplying to the Hospitality Industry, Retail Chains, and Household Wares. 

These include Hotel Chains, Hotels, Restaurants, Bars, Hospitals, Catering Institutions, Universities, Colleges, Supermarkets and all related food and beverage organizations based in Kenya.

Job Objective:

• Build business by identifying and selling to prospective clients;
• Maintaining relationships with key clients and getting new business.
• Doing business with other companies, manufacturers, service industries, retailers, industrial organizations, charities and so on.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Identifies business opportunities by identifying prospects and evaluating their position in the industry; researching and analyzing sales options.
• Sell branded products by establishing contact and developing relationships with prospects; recommending solutions.
• Maintains relationships with clients by providing support, information, and guidance; researching and recommending new opportunities; recommending profit and service improvements.
• Identifies product improvements or new products by remaining current on industry trends, market activities, and competitors.
• Prepares reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information.
• Maintains quality service by establishing and enforcing organization standards.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; benchmarking state-of-the-art practices; participating in professional societies.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Skills and Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree in a sales related course
• Should have good Presentation Skills
• Good  Client Relationships
• Emphasize Excellence
• High Energy Level
• Negotiation Skills, Prospecting Skills, Meeting Sales Goals
• Creative, Sales Planning skills
• Should be able to work Independently, Motivation for Sales
• Should be a good learner he or she should have the willingness to acquire knowledge on new technologies to solve quality problems
• Should have effective communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills.

Experience:

3-5 years relevant experience
 

Should have B to B experience

Remuneration:
 

Salary of Kshs 60,000/= a month + commission
 

Medical Cover

How to Apply:

Interested candidates holding the necessary requirements, good performance and / or references are encouraged to apply with detailed CV’s, inclusive of names and contacts of 3 referees, current telephone number and email address by scrolling down and clicking on: B2B Sales Executive

Sales & Business Development Executives Jobs in Nairobi Kenya

Job Title: Sales & Business Development Executive    

Job Code: SBD/IP/130412
 

Number of Positions Open: 2   

Reports To: Managing Director
 

Location: Nairobi, Kenya    

Closing Date:  Open Until Filled

Summary:

Our client is an independent Unified Payment and Messaging platform Provider offering mobile money transfer, mobile banking and related electronic commerce services. 

They have been offering electronic money transfer services since 2004, well before the current market acceptability. 

Our client is a limited liability company incorporated and based in Kenya with subsidiaries in Dubai and New Hampshire USA and representations in 6 other countries.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Building relationships with corporate clients while collaborating with sales colleagues to maximize revenue opportunities and grow future business.
• Producing innovative ideas and sales strategies to meet client communication objectives.
• Writing and sending proposals, pricing and contracts.
• Occasional travel to meet clients.
• Prospect, develop, and close corporate prospects for the client’s products
• Travel to customer sites to attend requirement gathering meetings
• Professionally present the client’s solutions to corporate clients
• Become a trusted resource and develop superior relationships with prospects
• Consistently achieve revenue objectives

Experience:

• 3-5 years minimum of experience

Skills and Certification:

• Should have good communication skills,
• Should display willingness to make decisions, good organizations skills,
• Should be initiative, Meeting Sales Goals, Creative, Sales Planning skills,
• Should be able to work Independently,
• Motivation for Sales,
• Should be a good learner he or she should have the willingness to acquire knowledge on new technologies to solve quality problems;
• Should have excellent problem solving and analytical skills;
• Should possess the sound organizational and planning skills with a solid an attention to detail;
• He or she should have effective communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills.
• He or she should be presentable and smart in appearance.
• He or she should have experience dealing with decision makers.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates holding the necessary requirements, good performance and / or references are encouraged to apply with detailed CV’s, inclusive of names and contacts of 3 referees, current telephone number and email address by scrolling down and clicking on: Sales & Business Development Executive

Key Account Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya

Job Title: Key Account Manager    

Job Code: KAM/CC/130423
 

Number of Positions Open: 1   

Reports To: Country Commercial Manager
 

Location: Nairobi, Kenya    

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Summary:

Our client is a leading beverage company, manufacturer, distributor, and marketer of non-alcoholic beverage concentrates and syrups.
   
Job Objective:

• To deal with Key accounts Immediate & Future consumption( IC & FC )  channels
• Develop the strategic Plan for Key Account Business across the country for increasing market share, NSR and ensuring a profitable volume growth by delivering account specific business solution.
• To ensure that region   strategies / infrastructure / processes / and capability is in place for the region to function appropriately.        
• The link between Senior Management and Junior Management: Responsible for the alignment and co-ordination of the Sales Department with other departments (Finance / HR / Supply chain etc.)       

Primary Responsibilities:

Strategic Management:

• Entrench Compliance to RED standards
• Formulate Key accounts   strategy as per Company guidelines( OGSM)
• Translate the sales Budget into Tangible actions to achieve profitability ,volume and growth

Key Accounts Channel Development & Category management:

• Profitability Volume Growth for the Key Account vs. PY and targets set
• Managed SKU's through RGM/pack mix management
• Optimized Execution of KA Merchandising standards.
• A picture of success 100% compliance with RED  merchandizing standards
• Conducted Customer Business Reviews
• Account Development & Customer Business Development

Financial Management and COEs:

• Formulate Budgets and monitor the expenses

Building capability:

• Managed Performance  Coaching 
• Managed sales Objectives and Performance Standards agreed.
• Maintained Discipline

Quality Management:

• Compliance to TCCQS standards

Communication:

• Compiled Reports

KPI's / Quality Requirements:

• Availability, Cooler management & activation
• Key accounts  business plan completed in agreed timeframes & format  and 100% achieved month on month
• Annually develop the Country Key account Strategy and Marketing plan based on analysis of the market treads  and competitive situation
• Ensure Key Account Marketing plans and initiatives deliver the targeted Volumes and Profitable performance
• Commit and sign off with Country Commercial manager, the Key account Monthly Volume on the first Monday of the month
• 100%  achievement of set volume targets by Channel  and by Key account  Manager & monitor daily progress
• Ensured Brand ,package and availability targets are met for Key account
• PICTURE OF SUCCESS/Profitable Channel Management & Developing a channel picture of success in conjunction with KO."
• Hold a monthly  review meeting with entire Team to review Key Account  performance against plan
• Attend weekly SOP meeting, alignment with KO
• MDWT level 3 meeting is held weekly with the client’s manager  to review the Country's Sales
• MDWT level 2 meeting with KAM’s is held weekly to review aspects of the Region"
• Formal Market Visits / Developed Schedules to enhance Good Business Relationship Building (CSI Rating)
• Formal Business Reviews/Developed Schedules / Professional Sales Trend Analysis at Customer Level
• Monthly review of customers business objectives
• Ensured tracking of all expenses against Budgets and RE
• Two coaching sessions per month with direct reports & all competency gaps identified per person and addressed
• Bi yearly performance review conducted by end of June and end of November
• KAM's development plan is captured in the People Plan document and forwarded to HR for filing, within 10 days of performance review
• Quarterly review of team's development progress against skills acquired through respective training interventions"
• All breaches of IR policies and procedures are acted on within 24 hours
• All grievance & discipline matters are attended to as per ER policies and procedures"
• Ensure all SOP are maintained and up to date
• Responsible for occupation environment and Health and safety in your team
• 100% compliance to internal and external audits
• Ensure that all policies & procedures are implemented effectively
• KAM's & KA Executive  Monthly itinerary are signed off and submitted to the client
• MDC's  100% accurate order schedule is signed off monthly
• Attend the monthly BRM meeting

Experience:

• 5 years’  Sales Management experience in FMCG business    
• Clean driving license    

Skills and Certification:

• First degree from a recognized university (Business studies)   and MBA         
• First degree from a recognized university (Business studies)  and a member of Professional sales & marketing body            
• Commercial & Business acumen:  Understanding of the Revenue growth management & Profitability / all other business costs. Strong in Strategic Thinking, Leadership, Communications, Problem Solving & Decision making, Initiative & Follow through, Customer business Analysis. (WFM)        
• Product Knowledge: How to pack the product / how many units in a case / product category / product price / product shelf-life, target Market of product / benefits of the product        
• Performance Coaching Skills: Must be able to impart capability onto the Key Account managers
• Revenue Growth Management: A thorough understanding of this concept with the ability to develop process for implementation in-trade       
• Disciplinary Process: Must be able to manage performance through this process as per the Company / Disciplinary policy         
• Administrative Procedures: Applicable knowledge of Company Policy and Procedures       
• Computer Skills: Excel / PowerPoint / Word (in order to do Presentations / Customer Letters / Analyzing Sales Figures)       
• Talent management: The ability to see potential and employ the correct candidate (Targeted Selection Training)       
• Professional Skills: strong in Customer Business Management, Program Execution Management, Direct Sales, Route Settlement, Merchandising , Cold Drink,  Pricing & Packaging Strategy.       
• Brand & Image Management: Understand consumer behavior / retailer needs (link the two together)
• Leadership Skills: Essential to encourage Teamwork / Individual Development / Corrective Action / Coaching / Rewarding       
• Disciplined: Must be able to adhere to routines in order to enforce consistency. Consistently implement Best-Practice       
• Innovative and Creative: The ability to take theoretical concepts (E.g. RGM) and apply it downwards into a practical/understandable user-friendly tool and implement it through effective coaching   
• Independence: Working independently most of the time / this requires the individual to be a self-starter
• Business Acumen: must be able to have the capability to provide business advice to Key accounts
• Handling Conflict: Dealing with conflicting customers / internal conflict situations with staff/ often acting as a mediator
• Analytical (Intermediate): Must understand basic business concepts; (E.g. Margins / discounts / Pack mix Trends / Volume Variance Analysis) are able to conduct and demonstrate Business. Reviews and analyze sales volume trends by Customer/Sales Representative (implement all the systems)
• Local General Knowledge: Must be familiar with the local culture / geography / socio-economic activities etc.
• Problem Solving Skills: Able to think on one's feet and remain flexible to solve customer complaints independently. Must understand the boundaries and not over promise what cannot deliver.
• Cultural Influence:  Knowledge of the target customers (background/ traditions)       

Development Within role:

• Continue with education   
• Share Best Practices by spending time in other Regions working with colleagues   
• Focus on Developing the Capability Development process and making a success of it   

Optional:

• Management of Key Account Projects   
• Present at CMT / KO alignment  meetings   
• When the client’s  Manager is  on Leave- must fill in the role   

How to Apply:

Interested candidates holding the necessary requirements, good performance and / or references are encouraged to apply with detailed CV’s, inclusive of names and contacts of 3 referees, current telephone number and email address by scrolling down and clicking on:  Key Account Manager

Safaricom Limited NOC Technician Job in Kenya

Safaricom Limited is the leading mobile telecommunications company in Kenya. 

We are at the forefront of the industry and always seek to attract and retain talented, creative and innovative team players who are excited by the opportunity of pushing the frontiers of this evolving technology, growing our services, exciting our customers and contributing to our community. 

At Safaricom, we take pride in our talent and develop them to realize their maximum potential!
 

NOC Technician

Ref: TECHOLOGY-NOCT-APR-2013
 

Reporting to the NOC Team Manager - the holder of the position will ensure proper fault detection and follow up on either / all RAN, Transmission & CORE Elements, ensure first Line fault Resolution and identification of potential risks and actions is taken to mitigate failure. 

The role holder will also interface with RAN and Transmission Vendors on escalated fault follow up and ensure proper work order process and quality performance after execution so as to meet intended KPIs.

Key Responsibilities

• Proper fault identification, first line fault clearance, fault escalation and follow up;
• Accuracy of documentation and escalations;
• Ensure reaction time to network failures/ Critical alarms is within 10 minutes;
• Maintain an up to date work log with all TT’s detailing fault clearance procedure & remarks;
• Accurate and timely response to customer queries as per SLA;
• Ensure No loss of service due to missed alarms
• Ensure all change requests executions are within the stipulated time and proper quality checks are performed after execution;
• Ensure proper Incident management handling;
• Maintain accurate network updates and reporting;
• Ensure OPEX reduction(cost) control;
• Participate in the Innovation of new processes to improve efficiency and improvement of existing processes.

Minimum Requirements

• University degree in electrical/electronic engineering or computer Science from a reputable institution with a bias in telecommunications;
• 1 year telecommunications experience in GSM related field;
• Excellent communication and strong organizational and interpersonal skills;
• Analytical skills;
• Must be a team player;
• Must be result oriented;
• Should be able to create and maintain a climate of teamwork;
• Must have a flexible attitude to working times or arrangements;
• Must have a passion for serving others.

If you feel that you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualification and experience please send your resume and application letter indicating your experience and why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title to the address below. 

The deadline for application is Friday 26th April, 2013.

The HOD – Talent and Resourcing
Safaricom Ltd
Nairobi
 

Via E-mail to hr@safaricom.co.ke

Sacco Loans Marketing Officer Job in Kenya

a Sacco in Thika is seeking to recruit a loans marketing officer.
 

Salary: Open
 

Responsibilities:
 

The Marketing Officer is responsible for the coordination of all marketing and social media and networking activities of the Sacco;
 

Ensures marketing activities are in compliance with state and federal regulations;
 

Develops various marketing concepts, objectives, materials, advertisements, programs, press releases, and other special events approved by Senior Management and the Board of Directors.
 

Provides guidance and coordinates implementation efforts with respect to the installation of new or existing products and services. 
 

The Marketing Officer is also responsible for being the primary contact of public relations and media contacts, advertising, and certain business development activities that promote the spirit, philosophy, dedication, and general direction of the Sacco.

Education/ Professional Qualifications:

• Degree or Higher Diploma in Marketing or related field.
• 3 years relevant work experience with a proven track record.
• Self motivating and enthusiastic person.

If you are up to the challenge, posses the necessary qualification and experience,  please send your CV only indicating why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title (Loans Marketing Officer - Sacco) on the email subject to corporatejobskenya@gmail.com

Kindly indicate current or last salary.
 

N.B. We do not charge any fee for interviews and neither for having your CV in our database

Sacco Loan Officer Job in Thika Kenya

A Sacco in Thika is looking to recruit a Loans Officer.
 

Salary: Open
 

Responsibilities:

• Identify and conduct surveys of new working areas for group formation
• Conduct projection meeting and form groups
• Fill customer profile forms with 100% accuracy and collect supporting documents
• Manage the total loans given out to customer
• Fill loan application form necessary documents for loan disbursement
• Motivate the customer for on time loan repayment
• Monitor the customer for better control over the program
• Retain customers & minimize dropouts
• Promptly resolve all enquiries & complaints of the Customer
• Maintain good relationship with customers and local people to improve the program
• Ensure cash deposit procedures are adhered to on a daily basis

Education / Professional Qualifications:

• Higher diploma/ degree in Accounting, Finance or Banking
• 3 years experience in the same industry
• Highly organized and has integrity.

If you are up to the challenge, posses the necessary qualification and experience,  please send your CV only indicating why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title (LOANS OFFICER SACCO)on the email subject to corporatejobskenya@gmail.com

Kindly indicate current or last salary.

N.B. We do not charge any fee for interviews and neither for having your CV in our database

Flooring and Interiors Project Manager Job in Kenya

Our client is a provider of Interior Design solutions specifically; partitioning, windows solutions, floor systems, furniture solutions and ceiling work. 

The client is looking for a Project Manager who has worked in Interior Design or Construction industry.

Job Purpose: The Project Manager will supervise administration, project management.

Job Roles and Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee the clients from inception to completion
• Oversee the design and construction of the projects of the clients
• Manage project resource allocation;
• Track and report on project deliverables/milestones and provide project tracking reports;
• Delegate and oversee sections of a project with other design team members to meet deadlines;
• Maintain accurate project records of accountable time, billable percentages, project status, and scheduling timeline;
• Handle project accounting coordination;
• Monitor project creep, and work towards minimization and management of delays;
• Effectively manage project scope by ensuring any changes to scope are documented and approved.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or Construction;
• 5 years’ relevant work experience
• Have a good understanding of graphics
• Experience in Management and have the ability to achieve results through others
• Have hands on experience and be able to multitask
• Strong planning and organising skills including a thorough and methodical approach and ability to prioritise

Experience

• Demonstrate a high level of initiative and attention to detail
• Able to work under pressure and with short time lines, schedule and prioritize projects
• Be a team player who is a problem solver, enthusiastic, highly motivated
• Have good interpersonal skills
• Have good communication skills with regard to written, drawn and verbal and presentation skills.
• Be goals and results oriented.

If you meet the above requirements send your CV only, to corporatejobskenya@gmail.com, indicating the title (Project Manager Interior Design) on the subject line.

Homa Hills Community Development Organization Social Worker Job in Kenya

Homa Hills Community Development Organization is an intergrated organization located in North Karachuonyo district. 

It is a large organization entailing different key components including Enterprise unit, Aids Relief Programme, Aphia Plus, The Children behid Programme,THRIVE among others.

HHCDO strives to empower communities living in Karachuonyo in terms of their civic responsibilities, economic independence, food security, environmental conservation, public health and HIV/AIDS prevention, care and support for a just and equitable society.

Its  overriding role is to build community capacity to facilitate sustainable development to support vulnerable gropus.

We seek to fill the following vacancy and invite qualified, dedicated and self motivated  applicants.

Social Worker

1 Position
Key accountabilities:

• Facilitate ECD project activities targeting children aged 5 years and under.
• Provide mentorship supervision of Community Home Visitors (CHVs) and Community Health Workers (CHWs) conducting ECD activities through home visits and ensure all relevant monitoring tools are effectively used.
• Ensure all information pertaining to OVCs and their caregivers is in place and updated.
• Track down and document on all services provided to the ECD OVCs.
• Follow-up on all cases and other referrals for ECD OVCs.
• Conduct trainings for CHVs, CHWs and caregivers.
• Follow-up on and provide counseling for caregivers.
• Document on all progress of OVCs and caregivers.
• Draft monthly reports for the THRIVE project.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Minimum of a Diploma in ECD. A degree in Early Childhood Development is an added advantage. 
• At least 3 years solid working knowledge and experience with Orphans and Vulnerable Children.
• Computer literate.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Applications with detailed CV giving three references, together with copies of certificates should be sent to the following address;

Chief Programmes Manager
HHCDO
P.O Box 760-40300
Homa Bay

e-mail: hhcdo.jobs@gmail.com

Applications should be received not later than 3rd May, 2013

Only short-listed candidates will be invited for the interview.

HHCDO is an equal opportunity employer.

ACDI / VOCA IT Consultant Job in Nairobi Kenya

Assignment Title: IT Consultant

Assignment Duration: 6 months

Dates of Assignment: From May 2013

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

1. Background

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID)/Kenya awarded ACDI/VOCA the Resilience and Economic Growth in the Arid Lands-Accelerated Growth (REGAL-AG) project, contract number AID-623-G-12-00002 on August 30, 2012. 

This five-year contract is part of the U.S. government’s Feed the Future (FtF) initiative and USAID/Kenya’s economic growth development objective. 

REGAL-AG implementation will be coordinated and integrated with the USAID REGAL-Increasing Resilience (REGAL-IR) project, and together these projects will contribute to USAID’s strategy to improve social stability and increase economic growth in the arid lands.

2. Assignment Overview

To provide IT support to the REGAL-AG project end users. 

The IT Consultant will be an independent individual/firm who may be called upon on an as-needed basis and should therefore be available on very short notice as required especially to resolve systems issues such as (LAN, wide area network [WAN], software, hardware, etc.).

3.  Responsibilities

• Provide support and advise in procurement of all IT-related goods and services including supervision of Internet installation of the field offices (Marsabit & Isiolo)
• Troubleshoot hardware, software and network operating systems as well as configure servers, firewall, switch, and other networked equipment for small local area networks ( < 50 users).
• Respond to all staff IT-related emergencies and provide REGAL-AG project networks with troubleshooting support including but not limited to diagnosing and resolving end-user network or local printer problems, PC hardware problems and e-mail, Internet, remote access, and local-area network access problems.
• Provide hardware repairs and services for the project.
• Determine information system requirements & provide recommendations
• Assist the REGAL-AG project staff to maximize output from the IT infrastructure by providing information and education to familiarize them with the technology and relevant policy.
• Keep the REGAL-AG (Kenya) contact person fully informed on a frequent basis of all problems related to hardware and advise what steps are to be taken to resolve any problems.
• Keep in contact with and manage the REGAL-AG project IT issues in close consultation with and support from the Head office team.
• Schedule for preventive maintenance of all IT equipment
• Liaise with the ISP as required to ensure continued availability of the Internet
• Follow up with ISP and other related providers on issues relating to trouble shooting of IT/ ISP equipment. This includes but is not limited to telephones, PABX, fax, copiers, printers, LCDs
• Advise on cost saving practices during use of equipment
• Network routing, and all other internal and external network communications systems.
• Monitors and reviews logs reporting on network and server operation.  Trouble-shoots as required.
• Perform, verify and test data backup and other disaster recovery procedures to minimize loss of data.

4. Key Skills

• Capable of meeting high standards
• Good problem-solving skills
• Team working skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Reliability

5. Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Strong experience in computer or software use and the ability to work well with various skill levels of users.
• Solid training skills.
• Extensive knowledge in administering Microsoft Windows 2003 operating systems, office 2007 MS Exchange, and Outlook client.
• Extensive knowledge of antivirus systems such as Symantec End Point Security or any other antivirus system.
• Considerable knowledge of DNS, DHCP, Active Directory and the understanding of the Local Area Network.
• Ability to maintain and configure WSUS for the security and patch management.
• Considerable knowledge of hardware and software configuration issues.
• Previous experience installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting Microsoft Office Suite, and other standard software
• Ability to work under pressure with limited supervision and take initiative.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills with a service oriented outlook.
• Excellent communication skills with fluency in English required and ability to communicate in English preferred (written and verbal).

6. Level of Effort and Supervision

The estimated level of effort for this assignment is 6 months. The supervisor for this assignment will be the Office and Logistics Manager.

Information on similar work currently or recently undertaken by the individual/firm in the recent past can be included in the application.

To be considered for this recruitment, please e-mail your application to M.opiyo@regal-ag.org

Please include the position title in the subject line.

No phone calls please.

Only finalists contacted.

Women and minorities encouraged to apply.

ACDI is an EOE.

Please apply by close of business, April 30, 2013.