Area Manager Job Vacancy

Purpose of the Job

The role of the Area Manager is to ensure accurate implementation of all trade marketing and distribution activities, as well as provide full support to the Head of Trade and the marketing team, in terms of coordination with the Distributors, relationship and management of the Trade Marketing Representatives, working on the weekly deliveries and updating market information.

Duties and Responsibilities
Perform corporate and brand advocacy in the Area.
Translate Marketing- and TM&D strategy into an area TM&D strategy, by developing an area operational plan.
Develop and implement an effective trade coverage plan for the area.
Implement the route to market strategy.
Ensure that objectives in terms of availability, visibility, volume, market share, quality (e.g. RQI) and customer price of products are achieved for the area.
Assist in the implementation of trading terms and conditions to all the customers
Assist with the combat in Illicit Trade/UP product
Supervise the implementation of In Store & on Store, merchandising and distribution plan to achieve brand, volume & share objectives.
Supervise an efficient and effective trade marketing and distribution team through on-job training, retraining, motivation and staff development.
Supervise the TMRs management of their respective distributors and ensure that the TMRs deliver on their objectives set.
Ensure weekly management of deliveries with the help and support of the Commercial Assistant.
Ensure that all distributors report back their weekly STTs OTIF and their competition figures on a monthly basis OTIF.
Assist the Head of Trade in the development and implementation of marketing activities to drive volume.
Ensure that Marketing Information Systems is regularly updated and information fed through to the S&D manager as and when required.
Key success factors
Ability to develop and implement TM&D plans consistent with the marketing strategy and business objectives
Expertise in resource allocation and constraint management
Understanding of consumer and customer segmentation
Required Experience
A degree, preferably in Marketing/Business Management
3 - 5 years relevant FMCG experience.
Experience in people supervision (including coaching and team leadership skills)
Understanding of product, demand, and supply management
Understanding Trade Marketing & Distribution operations across all channels
Supply Chain Knowledge
Project Management skills
Business Processes Development and Internal Control Principles and Application
If you qualify, please send your CV and cover letter quoting your current and expected salary to theleadrecruiter@gmail.com.

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British American Tobacco (BAT) Project Manager (Contract) Job Opportunity

Reference Number: wo/ECA/HR/20- 08- 10/01
Job Title: Project Manager (Contract)
Reports To: Area Head of Reward

Function: Human Resources
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Response Deadline: 31 August 2010

Requirement Overview

The role acts within the HR Department and aims to support the Area Heads of Talent, OE & Reward in delivery of their key processes and programs.

Key Responsibilities
Organize, project-manage and prioritize HR activities following general directions and in co-ordination with the Area Head of Reward
Work closely with the Functional management team to help deliver solutions that are relevant to the business needs and in line with the HR strategy
Skills & Experience
Project Implementation & Management
Data analysis (Excel & Access)
Up to 2 years' experience preferably in a multinational environment
Experience in working with virtual teams
Ability to network & work closely with various stakeholders
Willingness to learn on the job, and to stretch horizons beyond the immediate job requirements
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Good influencing, communication and presentation skills enabling positive interaction with people of different levels anddifferent status in normal and critical situations
Able to influence and build relationships
Education
Finance educational background
Equity Statement
British American Tobacco is an equal opportunity employer
General
The company reserves the right not to make any appointments as a result of the selection process.
An attractive remuneration package commensurate with the role will be offered to the successful candidate
To Apply:

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20 Telemarketers urgently needed

Do you have an excellent command of spoken English with polished neutral accent?

Are you currently out of work, have completed college and have a Certificate/diploma or degree in a business relation field?

Are you aged between 19 to 29 years?

Our client, a Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) company, serving an international market is looking for Telesales Specialists whose duties and responsibilities involve;
Maintaining and developing relationships with existing and potential customers via telephone and email.
Acting as a direct contact between the company and its existing and potential markets.
Gaining clear understanding of the customer’s requirements.
Ensuring all marketing opportunities are effectively translated into sales.
Allowing the client’s to feel an excellent business relationship has been developed and rapport has been established, leaving all the doors open for future business.
Skills and competencies
Enthusiastic, tenacious and self motivated
Strong marketing skills (phone based)
Strong communication skills- verbal and written
Neutral English accent.
Outstanding business relationship building skills
Outstanding listening skills
CANDIDATES WITH DISABILITIES ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

If you have a refined neutral accent, call us for a voice test on Friday 20th August 2010, Saturday 21st August 2010 and during weekdays between 2.00 pm to 5.00 pm on 0714 702 443.

Visit our website www.flexi-personnel.com for directions if asked to come over for interview.

Walter Reed Project HIV Program – Kericho Accountant Job in Kenya

The US Army Medical Research Unit-Kenya (USAMRU-K) / Henry Jackson Foundation for Medical Research International (HJF MRI) The Walter Reed Project HIV Program – Kericho is seeking a suitable candidate to fill the position below.

The HIV Program Kericho carries out HIV AIDS vaccine and therapeutic research studies and supports HIV prevention, care and treatment programs in Southern Rift Valley.

Position: Accountant

Duties and Responsibilities:
To maintain accurate and complete financial records / files of the PEPFAR program.
To analyze, monitor and reconcile grants expenditures.
To ensure that funds are managed according to the organization’s regulations and accounting system.
To establish financial tracking system enabling the organization to know the status of the expenditure against approved budgets at any time.
Provide Support to the program on financial management.
Carry out analysis and preparation of appropriate grants reports to various donors and stakeholders.
Examine and prepare payments vouchers / invoices for certification and payment.
Review all financial transactions to ensure completeness of documentation as per applicable policies and regulation.
Work in conjunction with the other program accountants to prepare monthly bank reconciliation and other financial reports as required.
Perform any other relevant financial and administrative duty that may be assigned by the project.

Required Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Business Administration, or equivalent from a recognized institution.
Accounting background of not lower than CPA part II.
Minimum 3 years experience in a busy accounting office.
Good knowledge of computer accounting packages.
Prior work with and knowledge of international NGO and donor funded programs & policies highly preferred.
Experience in the health sector and basic knowledge of HIV/AIDS are added advantages.

Applicants should submit their application letters, resumes, testimonials, copies of certificates and day time telephone contact(s) no later than September 1, 2010 to:

The Human Resources Manager
“The Walter Reed Project” USAMRU-K/HJF MRI
P.O. Box 1357 – 20200; Hospital Road; Kericho, Kenya
Only short listed candidates will be contacted

Kenya Reinsurance Corporation Limited (Kenya Re) Jobs and Careers

Credit Controller
Mortgage Accountant
Reinsurance Accountant
Assistant Systems / Database Administrator
Risk and Compliance Officer

Our client Kenya Reinsurance Corporation Limited (Kenya Re), is a highly-rated world class reinsurer and market leader in Africa, providing quality reinsurance and insurance services across the Continent, in the Middle East and Asia. They seek to fill the following key positions.

Candidates for these positions should be team players with good interpersonal, communication and management skills. They should be computer literate, with familiarity of standard office computer applications, in-depth understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards and ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Credit Controller

Ref No: 246/CA/TS

Duties & Responsibilities
The selected candidate will supervise and coordinate the Corporation’s credit control functions, including debtors’ control and retrocession creditors’ control reconciliations as well as recommending and implementing an efficient credit control system for the Corporation.
He/she will follow up all debts owing and all outstanding claim recoveries in accordance with the company’s credit policy and procedures.
In addition, duties will include efficient management of cash/cheque/EFT system, handling of quarterly technical statements, dealing with reconciliation and maintenance of accounts and preparing debt collection reports.

Qualifications & Experience
Holders of Bachelor’s degree in accounting with CPA(K) and over 5 years relevant experience in Financial Accounting and credit management, one of which must have been in a supervisor position should apply.
Experience in insurance / reinsurance industry and use of SUN System will be an added advantage.

Mortgage Accountant

Ref No: 213/JQ/TS

Duties & Responsibilities
The Mortgage Accountant will prepare and report on the mortgage accounts and investments of surplus funds in addition to maintaining an optimal investment portfolio that will ensure correct and up to date investment records.
Key responsibilities will include accurate processing of all mortgage payments and receipts, preparing daily, weekly and annual cash forecast and mortgage cash flow for the mortgage accounts.
In addition, he/she will prepare weekly mortgage and investment schedules, fixed deposit placements with banks and application forms for Treasury Bills, Treasury Bonds and fixed deposits.

Qualifications & Experience
Applicants should be university graduates with a Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or a business related field – fully qualified CPA(K) with over 3 years relevant experience in finance and accounting.
Experience in insurance / reinsurance industry and use of SUN System will be an added advantage.

Reinsurance Accountant

Ref No: 215/BU/TS

Duties & Responsibilities
The selected candidate will provide finance and accounting support to the reinsurance business and main responsibilities will include processing all Life business and General business payments and receipts within the information system, undertaking reconciliation of company/broker claims and handling related payments, preparing monthly bank reconciliations on investments and assisting in the preparation of periodic financial statements.

Qualifications & Experience
Applicants should be holders of a Bachelor’s degree in accounting and should in addition be professionally qualified CPA (K) with over 3 years relevant experience in finance and accounting.
Experience in insurance / reinsurance industry and use of SUN System will be an added advantage.

Assistant Systems / Database Administrator

Ref No: 713/DA/TS

Duties & Responsibilities
The selected candidate will ensure availability, continuity, security and optimum performance of all functional systems as well as database systems together with their applications.
Duties will include planning and implementing database installations, upgrading procedures and resolving technical problems on operating system, database and applications.
In addition, he/ she will ensure that software standards and software development tools are maintained, deploy database changes as submitted by the development teams and carry out database backup and recovery procedures.

Qualifications & Experience
Candidates should be university graduates with a B Sc degree in Computer Science /Studies or B Sc. in Information Technology.
In addition, they should have such professional qualifications as an ICT diploma and certifications in Oracle /SQL database administration certification, Certifications in Systems and Network Administration in Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE); Microsoft Certified System Administrator (MCSA), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) Certification.
Candidates should have at least 5 years relevant experience in IT.

Risk and Compliance Officer

Ref No: 231/AV/TS

Duties & Responsibilities
Reporting to the Managing Director and working closely with the Board Audit & Risk Committee and senior management, the selected candidate will be responsible for the identification and management of risk and compliance programs with emphasis on laws, regulations and internal policies and procedures.
He/she will align company risk appetite and strategy to mitigate risk management standards, enhance the company’s capability to identify potential risks and establish responses in order to reduce surprises and associated costs or losses.
A key result area is to provide robust risk information on deployment of capital and to develop, initiate, maintain and revise policies and procedures for the general operation of the Risk and Compliance Program, including the Code of Conduct and the ISO 9001:2008 Standard.

Qualifications & Experience
We invite applications from persons with a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, law or business related field and a postgraduate Master’s degree will be an added advantage.
They should possess CPA (K) or ACCA with membership of recognized professional associations.
Certification in risk management or information systems auditing will be an added advantage.
Candidates should have a minimum 5 years experience in audit or risk management in a reputable financial service organization with demonstrated leadership and familiarity with operational, financial, quality assurance and human resource procedures and regulations is a must.
The person must demonstrate good working knowledge and skills in Risk assessments, facilitation, policies and procedures development and adoption and implementation of best practice frameworks.

Kenya Reinsurance Corporation Limited is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on grounds of gender, color, race, religion, natural origin, age or physical disability where such disability does not impact upon the employees’ ability to discharge his/her duties. Competitive remuneration packages will be offered to the selected candidates coupled with long-term career rewards.

Closing date for applications: 3rd September, 2010

Send your application letter and CV- do not attach certificates/testimonials – and state how your experience matches the specification,quoting job Ref. No, to hawkins.associates@khigroup.com

Marie Stopes Kenya Jobs and Careers

Marie Stopes Kenya is a Local Non-Governmental Organization affiliated to Marie Stopes International. Marie Stopes Kenya has provided affordable high quality innovative reproductive and sexual health care services to its clientele since 1986 through its nationwide network of static in reach centers and mobile outreach centers thereby enhancing accessibility of SRH services to the hard to reach rural citizenry of the republic of Kenya.

Both post holders are key members of Marie Stopes Kenya Senior Management Team

1. Position required: – Marketing Manager
Reports To: – Chief Executive Officer

Areas of Responsibility
Be responsible for business development and execution of localized low cost, high impact marketing strategies and plans to maximize both short and long term goals, and increase long term value of the organization and its clients.
Knowledge and experience in targeting the lower segments of the market.
Developing new products for promotion and marketing purposes.
Implement a strategy of optimization of business mix to produce highest rated business and market research.
Setting and monitoring of quality standards.
Identify and visit various establishments in order promote Marie Stopes Kenya and inform them of what we do.

Qualifications:

Education
University degree in MBA or B COM -Marketing option.

Professional
Diploma in Marketing or Administration Management

Experience
4 years marketing experience at managerial level in a service organization.

Personal attributes -
Must be of high integrity, aggressive with excellent communications skills, a team player
Ability to perform under pressure, results oriented
Initiative, commitment to personal growth

2. Position required: - Procurement and Fleet Manager
Reports To: – Finance and Administration Director

Areas of Responsibility
Contribute to the formulation implementation and maintenance of procurement and logistics strategy by implementing sound policies and procedures in order to drive the performance of the operation enhancing cost reduction, growth, organizational development coupled with an effective supplier base.
Develop and implement rigorous and efficient procurement, materials and logistics management procedures
Management and control of stocks and stock levels
Liaison between operations and suppliers.
Developing risk maps for commercial procurement and ensure that mitigation plans incorporated are sufficient in addressing existing gaps.
Developing Fleet Management systems which are strictly adhered to within the organization

Qualifications:

Education
University degree in Business or related field.

Professional
Postgraduate Diploma or Diploma in Supplies and purchasing
Associate member of the KISM (Kenya Institute of supplies management)

Experience
4 Years procurement experience at managerial level in a service organization.

Personal attributes
Must be of high integrity, aggressive with excellent communications skills, a team player, ability to perform under pressure, results oriented
Initiative, commitment to personal growth

Both Position holders will be based in Nairobi

Those who meet the above qualifications and possess the desired attributes should submit their applications together with all supporting documents CV inclusive to the Human Resources Director, P.O Box 59328 00200 Nairobi to reach us on or before 2nd September 2010.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

‘Marie Stopes Kenya is an equal opportunity employer’

Kenya Tourist Board Head of Human Capital and Administration Job Re-Advertisement

Kenya Tourist Board (KTB) is a State Corporation whose mandate is to market Kenya as a preferred tourist
destination both locally and internationally.

We seek to fill the above position which requires a qualified and dedicated Kenyan. This position calls for high-level
maturity and ability to effectively interact and operate at Management and Board level.

Purpose: To spearhead the development of KTBs Human Capital and enhance administration of services by developing appropriate policies, strategies and systems in line with the Board’s strategic plan and overall mandate.

Key Responsibilities for the above position will include:
Develop, implement and review human capital development policies, strategies and systems to ensure that KTB has optimal competencies and capabilities;
Develop, implement and review administration policies, strategies and systems to ensure delivery of quality services to internal customers;
Plan, monitor and evaluate staff training and development programs to establish KTB as a learning organization;
Strengthen seamless interdepartmental linkages by ensuring that Human Capital is effectively utilized to support the business objectives of KTB to increase productivity and improve results in order to ensure internal and external customer satisfaction
Plan, direct, and coordinate the administrative and office support functions of the organization; and
Prepare and manage the Human Capital and Administration budgets;

Qualifications and Experience
Be a holder of a Bachelors degree in Human Resource management or Social Sciences
An MBA or masters degree in a relevant field
Be a member of the Institute of Human Resource Management or any other recognized professional Human Resource body
Be in possession of a postgraduate Diploma in Human Resources Management.
Possess 8 years experience with at least 5 years at senior management level
Have prior experience in managing a HR function in a large organisation/busy environment
Have the ability to think strategically and to design long term plans.

Knowledge & Skills
Knowledge and experience of Kenyan labour laws,
Knowledge of Performance Management
Have strong and proven leadership in managing people and must have established a reputation for outstanding performance
A team player, effective supervisory, negotiation, analytical, employee relations, excellent planning and organization. mentoring, coaching and strong interpersonal and management skills.
Computer literacy and ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.

Relationship with other jobs
Reports to the Managing Director
Supervises staff in both Human Capital and Administration functions
Liaises closely with other Heads of Departments and Units

Applications with detailed CV indicating current position, qualifications, work experience, current remuneration, copies of certificates, names of at least three (3) professional referees and day time telephone contact should be sent to the following address:

The Managing Director
Kenya Tourist Board
P. O. Box 30630—00100
Nairobi

The envelope should be clearly marked “Ref. KTB/HHCA/1/2010”

Applications should be received not later than Tuesday, 31st August 2010

KTB is an equal opportunity employer.

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification