USIU Jobs in Kenya: Liaison Librarian, and Library Assistant Career & Placement Services Coordinator

The United States International University is the leading international university in East and Central Africa catering to over 5000 students representing 58 nationalities and with a global network of over 10000 alumni. 

USIU is committed to providing a quality, international education through world-class service delivery platforms.

USIU is seeking to recruit three (3) qualified candidates for the positions of Liaison Librarian,Library Assistant and Career and Placement Services Coordinator.

Liaison Librarian
 

Job Purpose:
 

Serves as primary contact person between subject area(s) and users.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop, manage and promote print and digital collections in specific subject areas to support research by formulating policies;
• Design and implement strategic and pedagogically appropriate instruction (e.g. information literacy) for library users through a variety of methods;
• Develop and maintain communication links with faculty departments to ensure library and information needs are understood and met;
• Educate and inform faculty, graduate and post-graduate students and the university on issues of scholarly communication;
• Promote use of subject-specific information resources and services to meet user needs and expectations, utilizing new technologies and information tools;
• Create learning materials;
• Work with Technical Services staff to ensure accurate and easy access to scholarly resources;
• Prepare performance reports for decision-making; and
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Library and Information Sciences

Skills Required:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Research, analytical and problem solving skills
• Administrative/organizational skills

Experience

• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience

Competencies:

• Good communication skills both oral and written
• Excellent interpersonal skills in a multicultural environment
• Good research skills
• Research and publication
• Computer Literate

Library Assistant
 

Job Purpose:
 

Provides library technical support services.

Key responsibilities:

• Assist students, faculty and staff in location of print and non-print resources
• Check books and materials in and out to students, faculty and staff using the computerized circulation system.
• Maintain records of overdue, lost books, and fines
• Direct work study students in assigned duties.
• Assist with LMS inventory procedures.
• Conduct library orientations
• Monitor users’ needs of the library.
• Assist in the training users  in the use of the online catalog and databases
• Inspects returned books for damage and  verifies due-date
• Physical processing of course text materials (stamping, spine marking, fixing due date slips)
• Un-pack books and other materials
• Stamp books and periodicals
• Fix security tags into books, periodicals and non-book materials
• Fix date-due and spine labels
• Barcode books and periodicals
• Deliver and retrieve library materials as and when required
• Endorse supplier and invoice details into books.
• Participate in stock taking, weeding and used book sales; and
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Library and Information Studies.

Experience

• Two years of experience working in a similar position in a library

Competencies

• Computer literacy
• Ability to work well within a team and use initiative when required

Career and Placement Services Coordinator
 

Reporting directly to the Head of Counseling, the Career and Placement Services Coordinator will develop and supervise career, recruitment and placement services for students and alumni.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain effective relationships with employers and recruiters.
• Organize employment recruitment drives
• Organize annual career fairs  and
• Develop, implement and/or maintain mentorship, career and job placement programs for students and alumni.
• Develop and oversee career services resource library.
• Develop and conduct educational programming, workshops and seminars, including but not limited to, resume and cover letter workshops, career options programming, networking receptions and mock interviews.
• Perform career development and job search counseling for students and alumni.
• Develop and maintain databases of student and employer information
• Develop and revise career and placement services newsletter, publications and policies.
• Develop and manage the departmental budget.
• Prepare statistical and other reports
• Protect the confidentiality of client information.
• Supervise career and placement services staff
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Social Sciences or Business Administration with preference in Human Resource Development and /or Counseling Psychology

Skills Required

• Excellent administrative and supervisory skills
• Good interpersonal & communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office packages

Experience

• 5 years’ experience in Career Counseling or in similar positions

Competencies

• Able to administer and interpret career assessment tests
• Organizational ability

If you have the requisite qualifications and experience and want to work as a team member in a modern and progressive institution where you can make a difference, please send your letter of application and attach all the necessary supporting documentation, salary expectations  and names of 3 referees, so as to reach the undersigned not later than  Thursday, October 11, 2012.

Head of Human Resources,
United States International University
P.O Box 14634-00800, 

Nairobi, Kenya
 

Email: hr@usiu.ac.ke or jobs@usiu.ac.ke
 

Web: www.usiu.ac.ke
 

USIU is an equal opportunity employer

Micro-Finance Institution Sales Agents Jobs in Kenya

A Micro-Finance Institution is looking for Sales Agents to be paid on commission basis.
 

Qualifications:
 

Must have vast experience in selling and marketing to civil servants & parastatals.
 

We are offering competitive commissions and incentives.
 

Interested persons can send applications to:
 

The Human Resource
Manager,
P.O Box 60776 - 00200,
Nairobi.

Customer service/Account Manager Job in Kenya

Customer service/Account Manager

We are looking for the above, All applications and cover letters to be sent to jobs@roamtech.com

Persons must be young, dynamic and energetic, keen eye and Interest on mobile technology & trends.

Objectives:

• Increase the company’s sales and maintain a stable and progressive relationship with our current and new clients.
• Ensuring smooth and efficient operations on the marketing and sales department through coordination and cooperation hence reaching the company sales targets. 
• Protect and safeguard company properties according to the company policies and procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Develop new customers both in new and established market
• Maintain clients’ relationship and measure clients’ satisfaction with their feedback about our services quality.

Skills:

• Ability to work autonomously and imaginatively/antagonistically
• Outstanding communication skills, sovereign analysis and problem cracking ability and strong implementation power.

ACDM IT Officer Job in Kenya

About ACDM

Africa Community Development Media (ACDM) is media organization with a mission to drive transformative change and development in Africa through promoting innovative use of media, development of creative media programming , production and dissemination of themed radio and TV Programs aimed at citizen empowerment.

IT Officer 

Reporting To: Chief Executive Officer
Location: Nairobi- Head Offices
Employee Category: Full Time
Employee Type: Regular

Job Summary

To develop and provide an efficient and professional IT system for the management of strategic initiatives of the organization. 

The officer will through ICT, integrate and institutionalize best practices of planning and organising, acquiring and implementing, delivering and supporting and monitoring ACDM’s IT performance to ensure the organization’s information and related technology supports its objectives whilst maintaining optimal system efficiency and reliability.

Key Duties/ Responsibility

• Ensure ICT projects management through co-ordination of development, acquisition and deployment of ICT systems and infrastructure within the company, ensuring that they are of high standards. Set-up and install computer hardware and software including disk, tape, printers, modems and related peripherals.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive ICT strategy, policy, guidelines and procedures that will lead to improvement of efficiency and effectiveness of organization’s operations.
• Provide professional advice and guidance to management in the acquisition of ICT resources both software and hardware.
• Provide leadership and steer the operation and running of ICT resources ensuring high levels of systems availability, reliability and security.
• Perform maintenance and repairs on computer hardware and including backup, recovery and equipment cleaning.
• Respond to and resolve enquiries and complaints from the staff on IT materials.
• Train users on computer hardware/ software and other electronic office equipment.
• Facilitate, troubleshoot and repair malfunctioning hardware.
• Monitor operational performance and troubleshoot system problems. Isolate the cause of system failures.
• Ensure compliance on ICT related licenses and legislation.
• Oversee the day to day running of the ICT department including supervision of staff, training and motivation.
• Ensure safety of the total company’s ICT assets.
• Plan and manage the ICT budget.
• Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of information systems; research products and enhancements and their applicability to organizational needs.
• Interact with various outside support and sales organizations.
• Research and purchase computer, network and other electronic office equipment hardware/software.
• Design, install, support and integrate centralized and distributed network hardware, operating systems and applications.
• Re-evaluate and maintain database for existing materials for ease in reference (Resource material and filling systems)
• Management of the website and web portal
• Facilitate Local Area Network and Wide Area Network access for all staff members
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Organization impact /influence

• Extensive operational interaction with ACDM staff
• Close interaction with Chief Executive officer , Head Of Programmes- ACDM ,Office
• Administrator , finance officer and all the other staff members
• External Interactions With
• IT equipment suppliers, Other IT professionals
• Financial/Job Scope
• Development of budgets as pertains to the purchase of IT equipment
• Data / information Accuracy

Critical Technical Skills and Competencies

• Must have the requisite skill and adequate competence to ensure the quick service delivery as regards IT issues, in particular the web connection as well as the steady stream of email communication in the organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft office skills

Desired Qualities

• Ability to work under competing priorities with strict deadlines
• Have a personal commitment to work as a reliable, honest and trustworthy team member.
• Ability to solve any technical difficulties as regards computer systems, as and when they appear and to do so in a timely manner
• Ability to contribute to the overall objectives, mission and goals of ACDM
• Ability to advice ACDM on any advancement in the IT world that would make ACDM’s work more efficient and timely.

Technical skills

• All round skills ( LAN, WAN, server and Operating Systems)
• Excellent writing skills

Generic Competencies

• Vendors management and negotiation.
• System and Analytical thinking.
• optimizing strategic relations & networks,

Applications are invited from Kenyan Nationals only. 

Interested applicants should include a letter of application, brief motivational statement, Curriculum Vitae to: Please DO NOT send testimonials at this stage.

The Selection Committee,
ACDM Convent drive, Lavington off Isaac Gathanju Road,
P.O. Box 11964-00100, GPO
Nairobi

Tel. 020-3860640/3861016
Mobile : 0720357664
E-mail: info@acdm.co.ke
Applications must be received on or before 10th October, 2012,

Disclaimer

• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted directly.
• ACDM is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• ACDM considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to sex, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability.
• ACDM does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process.
• ACDM does not use agencies for its recruitment process.
• Judgement in decision making.
• Creativity and Customer Focus

Person Specification

The successful candidate will:-

• Possess a first degree in Information Technology or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
• A masters degree in Information Technology is an added advantage;
• Have at least 3 years experience leading an ICT function in a busy organization;
• Possess an appropriate certification from a recognized institution

Problem Solving/ Judgement & Decision Making

• The position requires and individual who will be able to contribute to ACDM’s overall IT systems as well as update them as and when they become obsolete.
• Advice management of external communications issues especially those that would be high profile or pose a risk to the organization.

Working conditions

• The position will be based in Nairobi.

Additional information

This position will evolve. Responsibilities and job description may be reviewed and refined with changing business needs

Radio Control Call Centre Jobs in Kenya

20 Radio Control Call Centre Agents urgently required
 

Do you have a clear accent and outstanding phone etiquette with flexibility to work on shift basis?
 

Our client, a leading provider of security solutions to high-end market in East Africa is recruiting Radio Control Call Centre Agents.
 

You will be responsible for:

• Responding to all calls made by clients and dispatching technical personnel in a timely manner to customers’ requests on security related issues
• Serving as a link between the technical team and the customers by providing support over the phone
• Coordinating activities between different personnel to provide prompt response to an emergency situation
• Informing clients by explaining procedures, answering questions and providing information
• Handling all incoming phone calls for the security related issues at the customers’ sites

Skills and competencies

• At least a Diploma in Communications, Public relations or any related field
• A minimum 1 year experience in call centre/control room
• Must have a rich clear English accent
• Outstanding phone etiquette
• Highly flexible to work on shift basis
• Should have energy and positive attitude
• Knowledge of radio language is an added advantage

Interested and you can speak in a rich clear accent with energy and confidence? 

Call us for a voice test starting today Wednesday 26th Sept to Thursday between 9.00 to 3.00 pm for a voice test and interview appointment.

Call  0714 702 443 for a voice test.                                     

Kinetic Controls Electrical Engineer Trainee Job in Kenya

Kinetic Controls Ltd, established over 25 years ago, with a sole purpose of providing specialized services in installation and maintenance of Electrical and Mechanical systems & equipments, Kinetic Controls Ltd has placed itself in a position of being one of the leading Electrical & Mechanical Contractors and thus undertaking several major projects with Multi-International Organizations.

We build on the technology’ knowledge and skills to come up with innovative, sustainable and most practical maintenance solutions.

We are seeking to recruit a results-oriented and proactive team player to fill the position of Electrical Engineer Trainee Position.

Qualifications and skills

1. At least Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field; “Must have cleared his Course work”
2. At least relevant experience at power maintenance works especially on BTS, MSRs.
3. Working knowledge of computer accounting packages with particular emphasis on Excel and Report writing
4. Very Strong ANALYTICAL and CREATIVITY skills

• Team player with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Superior interpersonal skills including courtesy, professionalism, and a cooperative attitude.
• Very competent with Computer Programs & Hands on Experience on Power-Point Presentation {SAMPLE WILL BE REQUIRED}.
• Proficient in written communications.
• The ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Willingness to learn and collaborate with others.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Excellent oral and written English language skills.

Email your cover Letter and CV to (jobs@kineticontrols.com)

Hardware Sales & Marketing Jobs in Kenya

Hardware Sales & Marketing

We believe hardware is for everyone, not just the professional! If you are passionate and naturally curious, and interested in ‘fixing’ things, we are in the business of selling hardware in retail space and have excellent opportunities for the following positions:

• Shop Managers
• Shop Administrators and
• Sales Executives

We are rapidly growing and looking to recruit for our stores in Kitengela, Nakuru, Mombasa and Machakos.

Minimum Qualification:

Work Experience in a sales capacity.

Candidate should be willing to work in any of our stores countrywide.

Send applications to ir@zentus.co.ke and indicate in the email subject the position.