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Chai Trading Company Credit Controller Job career in Mombasa Kenya 2013

Chai Trading Company Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary Company of Kenya Tea Development Agency (Holdings) Ltd based in Mombasa.
We are looking for suitably qualified applicants to fill vacant positions as shown here below.

Credit Controller

Reporting to the Finance & Administration Manager, the successful candidate will be required to  enforce credit policies and general debt management.

The Key responsibilities for the job are as follows:
  • Implementation of  the company’s credit policies, procedures and control systems
  • Preparing timely and accurate reports and distributing to appropriate users
  • Ensure proper maintenance of effective accounting control systems for debtor’s  accounts
  • Posting journal entries into clients’ accounts
  • Attending to customers enquiries concerning their accounts
  • Liaising with business units on effective collection of outstanding accounts
  • performing any other duty as may be assigned from time to time
Qualifications/Skills/Experience

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications

  • Bachelors Degree, from a recognized university
  • Final Professional Accounting Qualification such as CPA, ACCA
  • Proficiency in computer application packages
  • At least 3 years experience in a similar position
  • Demonstrates maturity, leadership and organizational skills
Applicants for all above positions must demonstrate keenness, diligence and ability to work extra hours under considerable pressure to deliver within set timeframes.

If you meet the criteria given above, make a written application, and attach a detailed C.V., copies of certificates and testimonials.  Applications to be addressed to:

Managing Director
Chai Trading Company Ltd
P O Box 93324
Mombasa

To be received not later than 10th May 2013.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Programmes Manager Jobs at Kenya Broadcasting Corporation in Kenya 2012

Job Title: RADIO PROGRAMMES MANAGER (1 Position)

Job Background

Planning, development, directing and controlling strategies and processes for Radio Department in line with Radio market dynamics and KBC Corporate strategies, targets, obligations, regulations and approved procedures.

Qualifications Key Responsibilities

Setting departmental goals, policies, strategies, performance targets and work plans for the department in line with Corporate strategic plan, Board and management resolutions and other public interest, commercial and listener strategic considerations Interpreting and enforcing corporate goals and strategies within the department

Principal accounting and advising officer on all Radio matters within the department and the organization Principal custodian of Radio airtime, content, talents, audio facilities and equipment Participates in budget preparation for radio station by estimating equipment needs, new technologies and evaluating current programs

Daily Responsibilities

Formulating and approving all Radio programs and Radio station strategic plans Evaluating and approving the duty allocation, rosters and delegation of the work plans for the Radio station Processing all approvals for departmental requests, applications, imprests, procurement and payments within the department and with other departments and stakeholders

Channeling incoming and out-bound Radio services communication and tasks Vetting and approving Radio services concepts, proposals, pilots based on budget projections, value, relevance of idea, conformity to editorial policy, station style and availability of required resources

Evaluating materials prior to broadcast for accuracy, quality and adherence to Corporation guidelines ensuring quality control of broadcast material Monitoring broadcast traffic and logging activities and make improvements when necessary to enhance programming format Scheduling local and national programs,

promotional material and public service announcements Previewing and screening local, regional, national and international program sources for possible station use and participate in purchase of programs Analyzing the programming needs of the listening public and create program to serve needs

Principal recruiting and deploying of Radio personnel in liaison with HR department Developing the skills and competencies of the Radio personnel in liaison with the HR department to be upto date with the new technologies

Qualifications

At least a Bachelors Degree and a Diploma in Mass Communication with specialization in Radio production and any other relevant degree. A Master Degree in Mass Communication will be added advantage. 3 years track record of Broadcast Media Management training.

Minimum of 7 years work experience in Broadcast Media Management preferably Radio services in a recognized broadcast media organization. Conversant with contemporary and future trends and dynamics of broadcast media industry.

Interested candidates who meet the above criteria may send their applications stating their current remuneration and enclosing detailed CVs, copies of certificates and testimonials, names of three referees, day time telephone contacts, so as to reach the undersigned on or before 18th May, 2012.

The Managing Director Kenya Broadcasting Corporation

P.O. Box 30456 Nairobi

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Deadline: 18 May 2012

Consultant Jobs at Save the Children in Kenya 2012

Job Title: Consultant for security assessment, Nairobi (with regular travel in the region) Closing Date: Friday, 11 May 2012 Save the Children (SC) is an international organization with 27 member organizations across the globe.

It is united by a common mission and brand but, to some extent, has until now been working independently from country to country and within countries.

With the decision by all Save the Children organizations to create an International Programmes Unit (IPU) taken in 2010, Save the Children aims to create a stronger voice for children by unifying the operations in all countries.

This will result in one organisation at the national level in each country and a unified programme delivery structure for all Save the Children International Members. ASESSMENT General Scope of the Assignment: Save the Children in Somalia/Somaliland (SCiSOM) is seeking a subject matter expert, consultant or agency to produce a concise, well crafted, intelligent, critically constructive examination of SCiSOM security procedures at the field, operational and strategic level.

It should clearly outline practices to be sustained, improved and replaced as part of a considered action plan which will allow SCiSOM to create a security bench-mark and provide guidance for future security development. Whilst bearing in mind the report is for an organisation with deeply held humanitarian principles and values; it should draw upon current best practice from NGO, corporate and security force operations as well as high-risk environments such as Afghanistan, Yemen and Iraq.

The assessment must follow a holistic, humanist approach in which IT, HR, logistics, novel technology/innovation and vitally; our staff should be considered alongside more traditional security practices.

Those that prioritise protective measures and think along traditional lines (fortified mentality) need not apply. Individuals or agencies are invited to submit proposals as to how they would conduct such an assessment.

As a minimum the proposal should include originality of thought in the following areas:

* Methodology to be employed * Activities and the Timeframe

* Details of the Itinerary * Costs to be involved * Resources/Access required

* CVs & references of consultants to be involved * How the report will be presented

* How will this process be kept confidential CHILD SAFEGUARING POLICY:

* Any employee, consultant, contractor or the supplier undertaking an activity on behalf of SC UK must sign the Child Safeguarding -

Declaration of Acceptance Form] and comply with the SC UK’s Child Safeguarding Policy which is a statement of SC UK’s commitment to preventing abuse and protecting children with whom it comes into contact.

* This extends not only to children with whom SC and its partners work directly, but also includes children whom staff are responsible for. SC UK believes that the situation of children must be improved through the promotion of their rights supported and demonstrated by all members of staff.

Save the Children’s Code of Conduct sets out the standards which all staff members must adhere to. Applications should be forwarded to: vacancies@scsom.org.

Application Closing Date: Friday 11th May 2012.

How to apply:

Applications should be forwarded to: vacancies@scsom.org.

One Acre Fund Human Resource Officer Job in Kisii, Kenya 2012

Industry: Nonprofit / International Development / Agriculture

Employer: One Acre Fund

Job Title: Human Resource Officer

Job Location: Nyanza, Kenya

Commitment: Long Term Career Position

Organization Description

One Acre Fund is an NGO in Kenya, Rwanda, and Burundi that is innovating a new way of helping farm families to achieve their full potential. One Acre invests in farmers to generate a permanent gain in farm income. We provide farmers with a “market bundle” that includes education, finance, seed and fertilizer, and market access.

Our program is proven impactful – every year, we weigh thousands of harvests and measure more than 100% average gain in farm income per acre. We are growing quickly. In five years, we have grown to serve over 70,000 farm families with more than 500 full-time field staff.

Job Description

One Acre Fund is a rapidly growing organization; we are seeking individuals to take a leadership position in the organization as a Human Resource Officer in Kisii-Nyanza Province. One Acre Fund is looking for experienced and talented candidates who are committed to making a difference in farmers’ lives.

The Human Resource Officer will be responsible for handling the Human Resource needs of a local staff of over 100 employees. This position will report directly to the Office Operations Manager.

Career Growth and Development: One Acre Fund invests in building management and leadership skills. We provide constant, actionable feedback delivered through weekly mentorship and through regular career reviews. We also have regular one-on-one meetings, where we listen to and discuss career goals, and work collaboratively to craft roles that each person can be passionate about.

Duties of the Human Resource Officer

To provide effective leadership in the management of the human resources function.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Developing, reviewing and implementing human resource policies, procedures and guidelines designed to achieve One Acre Fund’s strategy.
  • Allocate human resources, ensuring appropriate matches between personnel.
  • Assess training needs and develop training and development programmes aimed at building staff capacity to achieve desired performance levels.
  • Plan and conduct new staff recruitment induction and retention programs.
  • Develop and administer compensation, benefits and performance management systems aimed at increasing productivity in the Company.
  • Manage payroll changes and disputes within Nyanza
  • Advise managers on organizational policy matters like equal employment opportunity, sexual harassment and recommend changes.
  • Maintain comprehensive records and compile statistical reports concerning personnel related data such as hires, transfers, performance appraisals, etc.
  • Develop and manage staff welfare schemes such as medical, insurance etc.
  • Prepare and execute budgets for personnel operations.
  • Review the policies, procedures and guidelines to ensure compliance with labour laws.
  • Ensure compliance with statutory safety, health and environmental standards in the work place.
  • Carry out any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the management.
Required Knowledge and Experience

The ideal candidate should have:

  • Minimum of Higher Diploma in HR from a recognized university/or college , or related field of study
  • Minimum of five years’ experience in a fast-paced organization, preferably an NGO
  • At least two years’ experience at managerial position.
  • Excellent understanding of Labor laws and Government regulations
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Computer knowledge especially on HR systems
The candidate should be willing to reside in Kisii Kenya.

End Date for Resumes submission: 2nd May 2012 at 5pm.

Preferred Start Date: As soon as possible

Compensation: Competitive Salary with Performance Based Incentives.

Benefits: NSSF and NHIF, airtime and work related transportation allowances

Career development: Twice annual career reviews and constant feedback. Your manager will invest significant time in your career development.

One Acre Fund Kenya is an equal opportunity employer; both women and men of integrity are invited to apply.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

To Apply

Email cover letter and resume to kenyajobs@oneacrefund.org (Subject line: Nyanza Human Resource Officer+ the place you heard of the position) and Salary Expectations

Safaricom Foundation Senior Monitoring & Evaluation Officer Job in Kenya april 2012

We are pleased to announce the following vacancy within the Corporate Affairs Division.

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

Senior Monitoring & Evaluation Officer, Safaricom Foundation

Ref: CA_SMEO_MARCH_2012

Reporting to the Manager- Safaricom Foundation the job holder will be responsible for the reporting, monitoring and evaluation of the Corporate Social Investment projects of the Safaricom Foundation.

Key responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain a monitoring and evaluation system and information sharing database;
  • Coordinate and implement the review and analysis of the performance of project partners;
  • Support the implementation of project reviews, and mid-term and end-of-project reviews;
  • Build the capacity of Foundation and project staff involved in monitoring, evaluation, and data collection;
  • Compile and disseminate evaluation findings and relevant information and experiences;
  • Compile the requirements of the reporting systems for various donors and partners as may be required periodically;
  • On project status, review of proposals, and preparation of reports.
Minimum Requirements:
  • Masters degree in social sciences- Development Studies, Monitoring and Evaluation or other related discipline
  • Specialized training in Monitoring and Evaluation;
  • At least four years working experience in project Monitoring and Evaluation;
  • Excellent analysis and report writing skills;
  • Proficient in MS Office applications i.e. word, excel, PowerPoint;
  • Must have good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to deal with project partners over the phone or face to face;
  • Must have good report writing skills;
  • Willingness to travel countrywide
  • Tenacious with the ability to see things through to the end.
If you feel that you are up to the challenge and posses 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 Monday the 9th April 2012

The Senior Manager – Talent Acquisition
Safaricom Ltd
Nairobi

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

Planning Manager Jobs at Nzoia Sugar Company Limited in Kenya 2012

Job Title: Strategy & Planning Manager

Reports to: Managing Director

Job Role: To monitor company’s performance trend and implementation of the strategic plan.

He/She will be responsible for the following key objectives

To review and advise relevance of various aspects of the company strategic plan to company’s current needs and aspirations.
To collect, collate and analyse company statistical data,
To regularly advise executive on the company’s performance trend.

Key tasks and Responsibilities

To analyse company key performance areas against targets.
To facilitate establishment, analysis, storage, and reporting of relevant statistics e.g. correlation cane received vs sugar production, fertilizer issue vs extension activities, cane received vs harvesting and transport activities etc.
To analyse mobile plant and pool transport utilization. This will entail analysis of plant hours and distances vs fuels etc.
To develop plans for strategy implementation.
To ensure formulation and review of relevant departmental plans and policy documents are well aligned to the corporate strategic plan.
To monitor, review and report progress of strategic plan implementation on a regular basis and co-ordinate strategy formulation and review.
To coordinate development, negotiation and implementation of performance contracting activities.
To develop, implement and review Business processes.
To ensure identification, execution and reporting of corporate research activities to guide effective strategic planning.
To coordinate formulation and implementation of annual work plans.

Qualifications, and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in either Economics, Agricultural Economics, Business Management (Finance Option).
MBA or Post graduate Diploma in Strategic Management.
Innovative, visionary and tea-m player
Relevant experience in sugar industry will be an added advantage
7 years work experience of which 2 years must be in Strategic Planning, Performance Management, and research services environment.

Skills, Competence

Computer literate
Good communication skills
Good negotiation skills.
Team player
Report writing skills
Analytical skills
Knowledge of SPSS or other data analysis
Ability to work under pressure.
Proven experience in change management
Age: Below 50 years.

How to Apply:
Applicants interested in the above position should send their curriculum vitae, 2 passport size photographs, academic and professional qualifications, copy of the identification card together with the mobile/day time telephone contacts so as to reach the under mentioned on or before 18th April 2012.

Managing Director
Nzoia Sugar Company Limited
P.O. Box 285
Bungoma

9001:2008 ISO Certified Company

Deadline: 8th April 2012

Premier Academy Teaching Jobs in Kenya 2012

eaching Posts

Secondary Section

  • Accounting – ‘A’ Level
  • Art – ‘A’ Level
  • Business Studies – ‘A’ Level
  • Chemistry – ‘A’ Level
  • Economics – ‘A’ Level
  • English Language/Literature – ‘A’ Level
  • French – ‘A’ Level
  • History – ‘A’ Level
  • ICT – ‘A’ Level
  • Mathematics – ‘A’ Level
  • Music – ‘A’ Level
  • Physical Education and Sports – ‘A’ Level
  • Physics – ‘A’ Level
  • Psychology – ‘A’ Level
  • Spanish – ‘A’ Level
The applicants should:
  • Possess a Bachelor’s degree in the relevant subject(s). (A Masters degree will be an added advantage)
  • Be computer literate
  • Have exposure to the British National Curriculum
  • Have a minimum of 5 years teaching experience.
Primary Section
  1. Key Stage 1
  2. Key Stage 2
The applicants should:
  • Have the relevant teaching qualifications
  • Be competent in teaching English and Mathematics
  • Be computer literate
  • Have exposure to the British National Curriculum
  • Have a minimum of 5 years teaching experience.
Kindergarten Section

1. Kindergarten teacher

The applicants should:

  • Have a diploma in Early Childhood Education from either KHA or Montessori
  • Have a child-centred approach to teaching
  • Have working knowledge of content area in teaching a Kindergarten curriculum
  • Be computer literate
  • Have a minimum of 2 years teaching experience.
2. Learning support

The applicants should:

  • Be able to provide specialist learning support throughout the Kindergarten
  • Be able to write Individual Educational Programmes (IEPS), monitor pupils’ progress and revise IEPs
  • Have relevant qualifications in handling specific learning difficulties
  • Have a minimum of 2 years experience in this field
Application letters with a detailed CV, 2 passports size photographs and 3 referees should be forwarded on or before Friday, 13th April 2012 to:

The Administrator
Premier Academy
P.O. Box 39513 – 00623
Nairobi

Email: admin.pa@premier-sri.ac.ke

Only short listed candidates will be contacted

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Customer Service Manager Jobs at Kenya Medical Supplies Agency 2012

Job Title: Customer Service Manager

Grade SA3

Ref. No. CSM/HR/01/2012

Purpose Statement

Reporting to the Operations Director, the job holder will be responsible for ensuring continuous, timely and efficient supply of essential medical commodities to public health facilities in the country.

Responsible for sales and marketing of the KEMSA SSD commodities, training the health facilities
in rational drug use. He/she will also ensure that customers’ needs and expectations are fully met.

Principal Accountabilities

To manage customer Service function;
To develop and implement customer service strategies;
To obtain and respond to feedback from Health Care personnel involved in drug management at Provincial, District and Rural Health Facilities on product requirements/performances and service levels;
Ensure service teams are properly trained in Policy and Procedures, customer service techniques; Product Knowledge and training on Rational drug use;
To relay relevant quality related information to Quality Assurance Manager;
To obtain monthly receipts, usage and stock holding for national health facilities;
Analyze and evaluate results on a monthly and quarterly basis, and take the necessary corrective action in order to achieve desired customer satisfaction levels;
Provide the relevant accurate input into the customer requirements forecasting process to ensure optimal inventory availability at all times including at customer facilities;
To establish and maintain good relationships with entire customer base.
Develop business plans for Customer Service department
Suggest product innovations as per customer requests and involve relevant sections of the Agency;
Preparing and implementation of performance management systems and achievement of set targets in the Agency.
Perform any other responsibilities as may be necessary to achieve the Agency’s objectives or as may be assigned by the management.

Qualification, knowledge, skills and experience required

The ideal candidate should have relevant University Degree in pharmacy, medicine or relevant medical/pharmaceutical sciences
Should possess a Postgraduate Diploma/Degree in Business Administration, sales and Marketing, Supplies Management or Strategic Management
Have a sound understanding of the public health sector
Be a person of high integrity, have good negotiating and problem solving skills and demonstrate ability to plan, coordinate and organize manpower and resources.

Personal attributes:

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and verbally with external parties and senior managers.
Have good analytical and problem solving skills.
A self-starter with excellent organisational, planning, controlling and interpersonal skills.
Must be a person of high integrity.
Must be a team player.

How to Apply:
If you believe you are the right candidate and can clearly demonstrate your ability to meet the criteria given above, please submit your application together with copies of your certificates, detailed CV, stating your current position, current remuneration level, email and telephone contacts quoting the respective reference number for the position being applied for so as to reach us on or before 6th April 2012 addressed to:

The Chief Executive Officer,
Kenya Medical Supplies Agency (KEMSA)
13 Commercial Street, Industrial Area,
P.O. Box 47715, 00100 Nairobi, Kenya

Any direct or indirect canvassing for these positions will lead to automatic disqualification of candidates.

‘The Kenya Medical Supplies Agency is an equal opportunity employer

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