Co-operative College of Kenya Job Vacancies

Co-operative College of Kenya is a training institution recognized both locally and internationally as a leader in the provision of Co-operative education, training and information for the Co-operative movement and other stakeholders.

It is ISO 9001: 2008 certified for provision of Co-operative education, training, research and consultancy and conference facilities. The College is CHE accredited for offer of Diploma and Certificate in Co-operative Management and Co-operative Banking.

In collaboration with Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT), the college offers Bachelor of Co-operative Business (BCOB) degree Course.

The College invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill up the following vacant posts.

Advert No. 1/2010
Marketing Officer & Public Relations Officer
One (1) Post
Job Group COCK 6
Salary scale: Kshs. 22,905— 30,840 p.m;
House Allowance: Kshs. 20,000 pm;
Medical Allowance: Kshs.1,500 p.m

Personal attributes:

A well grounded professional in marketing with proven experience of at least three (3) years.

In particular, the candidate must demonstrate the following attributes:

* Professional, managerial and leadership capabilities necessary for creating and sustaining teamwork.
* Competence in designing, promoting and drMng product road map.
* Proficiency in MIS and Ms Office computer packages.

Position responsibilities:

Reporting to the Director, the successful candidate will be responsible for over all planning, designing and co-ordination of the college’s marketing strategic activities.

Job requirements:

* Bachelors degree in marketing or relevant field.
* Post graduate Diploma in public relations, journalism or Mass communication.
* A masters degree will be an added advantage.

Advert No. 2/2010
Lecturer III (Accountancy)
One (1) Post
Job Group COCK 7
Salary scale: Kshs. 19,665 — 26,280 p.m;
House Allowance: Kshs. 20,000 p.m;
Medical Allowance: Kshs. 1,500 p.m

Job requirements:

* Must be in possession of any of the following qualifications:

1. Bachelor of Co-operative business (BCOB).
2. Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting Option).
3. Bachelors’ degree in Business Education, Economics or any other related professional discipline.

* Proven teaching experience in Accountancy subjects for at leased two years.

Advert No.3/2010
Lecturer III (Sports)
One (1) Post
Job Group COCK 7
Salary scale: Kshs.19,665— 26,280 p.m;
House Allowance: Kshs. 20,000 p.m
Medical Allowance: Kshs.1,500 p.m

Position responsibilities

Reporting to the Deputy Director (Academic Affairs), the successful candidate will be responsible for development, promotion and management of sports services at the college.

Specific duties include provision of technical counsel on sports issues, organization of sports programmes, coaching and training of participants for professional and recreational purposes, sports clubs development and; teaching assigned academic units.

Personal attributes:

* Initiative, self motivation and ability to motivate others.
* Effective communication skills.
* Capacity to work without close supervision.
* Practical commitment to sports.
* Team building and leadership skills.
* Negotiation skills.

Job requirements:

* Bachelor’s degree Physical education or relevant field.
* At least three (3) years proven experience in sports management.
* Proven teaching experience in Accountancy or Management subjects.

Advert No. 4/2010
Procurement Officer I
One (1) Post
Job Group COCK 6
Salary scale: Kshs. 22,905 — 30,840 p.m;
House Allowance: Kshs. 20,000 pm;
Medical Allowance: Kshs.1,500 p.m

Position responsibilities:

Reporting to the Deputy Director (Finance & Administration), the successful candidate will be responsible for overall management of procurement services at the college.

Key competences:

* Thorough knowledge in procurement procedures and practices in Public service.
* Hands on skills in MS Office packages and computerized management information systems (MIS).

Job requirements:

* Bachelor’s degree in supplies management or
* Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Economics and a post graduate qualification in supplies management/procurement.
* Have served satisfactorily in the grade of Procurement Officer II or a comparable and relevant position in the Public sector for at least three (3) years.

Advert No.5/2010
Internal Auditor II
One (1) Post
Job Group COCK 7
Salary scale: Kshs.19,665— 26,280 p.m;
House Allowance: Kshs. 20,000 p.m;
Medical Allowance: Kshs.1,500 p.m

Position responsibilities

Reporting to the head of Internal Audit, the successful candidate will provide auditing services in accordance with the generally accepted auditing standards and practices.

Key competences:

* Thorough knowledge in accounting and auditing procedures and practices in Public service.
* Ability to plan and execute audits.
* Hands on skills in relevant computer packages and computerized management information systems (MIS).
* Strong analytical, communication and interpersonal skills.

Job requirements:

* Must be in possession of the following qualifications:
* Bachelor of Commerce degree or Business Administration or Economics (Finance or Accounting Option) and CPA Part II.
* Post graduate qualifications in auditing will be an added advantage.
* At least three (3) years experience in auditing or accounting in a Public institution or a reputable organization.

Advert No.6/2010
Accountant I
One (1) Post
Job Group COCK 6
Salary scale: Kshs. 22,905 — 30,840 p.m;
House Allowance: Kshs. 20,000 p.m;
Medical Allowance: Kshs. 1,500 p.m

Position responsibilities

Reporting to the Deputy Director (Finance &Administration), the successful candidate will supervise and coordinate the day to day operations of the accounting unit to ensure timely preparation of financial accounts, statements, project financial appraisal
and; assist in the development, review, implementation and enforcement of financial controls.

Key competences:

* Thorough knowledge in accounting procedures and practices in Public service.
* Hands on skills in relevant computer packages and computerized management information systems (MIS).

Job requirements:

* Must be in possession of the following qualifications:
* Bachelor of Commerce degree, Business Administration or Economics (Finance or Accounting Option) and CPA (K).
* Have served satisfactorily in similar capacity or;
* At the grade of Accountant II or a comparable position in a reputable organization for at least three (3) years.

Advert No.7/2010
Accountant II
One (1) Post
Job Group COCK 7
Salary scale: Kshs. 19,665 — 26,280 p.m;
House Allowance: Kshs. 20,000 p.m;
Medical Allowance: Kshs. 1,500 p.m

Position responsibilities

Reporting to the Head of Accounts Unit, the successful candidate will supervise and coordinate the day to day operations of the assigned accounting section to ensure timely preparation of financial accounts, statements, project financial appraisal and; assist in the enforcement of established financial controls.

Key competences:

* Thorough knowledge in accounting procedures and practices in Public service.
* Hands on skills in relevant computer packages and computerized management information systems (MIS).

Job requirements:

* Must be in possession of the following qualifications:
* Bachelor of Commerce degree, Business Administration or Economics (Finance or Accounting Option) and CPA part II.
* Have served satisfactorily in similar capacity or,
* At the grade of Accountant Ill or a comparable position in a reputable organization for at least three (3) years.

Interested and suitably qualified candidates are invited to submit applications enclosing copies of academic and professional certificates, a detailed CV, current gross remuneration, day time telephone contact and names and addresses of three referees not later than 22nd October 2010 to:

The Director
Co-operative College of Kenya
P.O Box 24814— 005002
Karen, Nairobi.

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