Assistant Manager (Marketing Department) Job in Kenya - Korea Business Centre (KOTRA) Nairobi

We, Korea Business Centre (KOTRA) Nairobi, are the Commercial Section of the Embassy of Republic of Korea and government agency charged with the role to promote business and trade between Korea and East Africa.

In Particular, we try to promote export from Korea to East Africa.

In order fulfill our vision, we are inviting applications for the following position.

Job Title: Assistant Manager (Marketing Department)

1 Post (Renewable annually)

Key Roles

Increase Korean products market penetration
Support special Korean customer’s Export to East Africa.
Market research for required industry and products
Other marketing jobs required by Managing Director

Required Qualification and Experience

Bachelors degree or higher related marketing department
Minimum 3 years relevant experience in marketing or sales
Knowledge about international trade and business
Good negotiation skills with East African buyer companies

Application Documents

Interested and qualified candidates for the above position should send their applications enclosing certified copies of the following:

Academic/professional certificates and testimonials.
A detailed CV stating details of day telephone contacts email address current position and remuneration(with evidence)
Names and contact of three or more referees.

To the following address on or before 6th January, 2012 at 4.pm Kenyan time:

Korea Business Center, Nairobi(KOTRA)
International House 2nd Floor,
P.O. Box 40569-00100
Nairobi

Tel:(254-20) 222045812228928.

Fax:(254-20) 315706.

Email: Nairobi@kotra.or.kr

Website: www.kotra.or.ke

Statisticians, Payroll Accountant and Payroll Officers Jobs - Kenya National Bureau of Statistics

The Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) is a corporate body established under the Statistics Act (2006).

It is the principal Government agency responsible for the collection, compilation, analysis, publication and dissemination of official statistical information and its custody.

It also oversees the coordination, supervision and development of programmes within the National Statistical System.

The Kenya National Bureau of Statistics invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced individuals with excellent credentials to fill the following positions:-

Job Title: Statistician/ (STAT)
KNBS: Level 6
Ref: KNBS/ STAT/7/2011
No. of Posts: 12

Job Purpose: Reporting to the Manager in the relevant Division of a Directorate, this is the entry grade for the Statistician cadre. An officer at this level will be responsible for a specific sector, location, service or area of activity.

Key Responsibilities

Headquarters

Responsible for a specific economic sector or an area of statistical activity;
Drawing up survey questionnaires and setting up control procedures for receiving returns and taking the necessary action;
Collection, collation, computerization and analysis of data;
Writing and submitting reports on specific assignments;
Any other assignments given by the Senior Manager in the relevant directorate

Field Operations

Deputize the County Statistical Officer;
Coordinate collection, collation, compilation, analysis, and dissemination of population or social related Statistics;
Coordinate, design and undertake county specific or national Population or/and Social related household and establishment based sample surveys;
Monitor the quality of the population and social statistics data;
Prepare periodic KNBS publications;
Ensure that the activities of the Directorate are documented by preparing monthly, quarterly and annual reports;
Update the national and county Bureau statistical frame, population and social statistics database;
Respond to requests from population and Social data users;
Provide technical support to the county or relevant ministerial headquarters on statistical issues;
Any other assignments given by the County Statistical Officer

Minimum Requirements

An Upper Second Class Honours degree in Statistics with appropriate specialization from a recognized university/institution; or
An Upper Second Class Honours degree in Economics, or Economics and Mathematics, or Economics and Statistics from a recognized university/institution; or
An Upper Second Class Honours degree in any of the subjects enumerated at (I & II) above with a bias towards Computer Science, Operations Research, Survey Techniques and demographic Techniques and Demographic Techniques from a recognized university/institution.
Be computer literate
Be aged 30 years or below

Job Title: Payroll Accountant
KNBS: Level 5
Ref: KNBS/ P Acct/8/2011
No. of Posts: 1

Job Purpose: Reporting to the Chief Accountant, the Officer will be expected to administer the payroll and to prepare salary statements of all employees.

Key Responsibilities

Be responsible for maintaining computerized payroll related accounts;
Calculate net salaries after taking into consideration deductions and exemptions and ensuring timely remittances of statutory deductions;
Verify statements of earnings for employees, indicating gross and net salaries and deductions such as taxes, and insurance and pension plans;
Verify and process forms and documentation for administration of benefits such as pension plans, leave, share savings, employment and medical insurance;
Reconciliation of accounts and accuracy of accounts
Be a link between the accounts and the payroll section
Ensure maintenance of records relating to monthly payroll details
Any other assignments given by the Chief Accountant

Minimum Requirement

Have a first degree in Commerce or related field from a recognized University;
Be a holder of CPA III or its equivalent
5 years financial accounting experience;
Be familiar with workings of computerized financial systems;
Be familiar with Government Financial systems;
Knowledge of payroll accounting will be an added advantage.
Have an eye for detail.
Knowledge of Enterprise Resource Programmes (ERP) will be an added advantage..
Have a high level of integrity
Be of age 35 years or below

Job Title: Payroll Officer
KNBS: Level 5
Ref: KNBS/ P Off /9/2011
No. of Posts: 2

Job Purpose: Reporting to the Manager Human Resource Development, the Officer will be expected to assist in the payroll administration and to prepare salary statements of all employees.

Key Responsibilities

To collect, verify and process payroll information and determine pay and benefit entitlements for employees
Prepare statements of earnings for employees, indicating gross and net salaries and deductions such as taxes, and insurance and pension plans
Complete and process forms and documentation for administration of benefits such as pension plans, leave, share savings, employment and medical insurance
Provide information to employees on payroll matters, benefit plans
Compile statistical reports, statements, and summaries related to pay and benefits accounts ;
Any other assignments given by the Manager Human Resource Development

Minimum Requirements

Have a first degree in Commerce, Human Resource or related field from a recognized University;
Have a Diploma in Human Resource Management
5 years experience in payroll management;
Be familiar with workings of computerized Human Resource systems;
Be familiar with Government Financial systems;
Be of age 35 years or below.
Knowledge of Enterprise Resource Programme (ERP) will be an added advantage.

Applicants should submit Application letters accompanied by detailed curriculum vitae, full names and contacts of three (3) referees, daytime contacts, and copies of academic and professional certificates, transcripts’ testimonials and National ID/Passport.

The reference number for the post applied should be clearly marked on the envelope and addressed to:-

The Director General
Kenya National Bureau of Statistics
P. O. Box 30266 – 00100
Herufi House, 1st Floor, Room 102
Nairobi

Applications must be received not later than 13th January 2012.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Nyali Children Hospital Doctors, Trainees, Nurses, Lab / Pharm Technologists, Records Officer, Catereer, Driver, Housekeeper and Baby Minder Jobs

In order to cope with the rapid expansion of our branch network in Mombasa we have the following vacancies:

Doctors

Applicants must be registered with KMP & DB as well as have an interest in paediatrics and maternal health.

Clinical Officers

Must be registered and hold current licence. Extra training in child and maternal health will be an advantage.

Graduate Management Trainees

Aged over 25 years and from recognized universities to be deployed in Front Office Management that combines Customer Care, Finance, Administration and Human Resource.

Only those who scored A or B in Maths and Sciences in KCSE need apply.

Nursing Officers

KRCHN nurses required. We also require a senior KRCHN nurse aged 40-50 years with experience in theatre and administration.

Pharmaceutical Technologist

KMTC trained and registered.

Laboratory Technologist

KMTC trained and registered.

Medical Records Officers

KMTC trained with diploma certification.

Catering

Must have KCSE and trained from a reputable college. Must also be over 25 years.

Housekeepers

Must have KCSE with certificate from reputable institution and must be over 25 years.

Drivers

Aged over 30 years with KCSE and a valid DL. Motorcycle DL will be an advantage.

Domestic worker for a home

Female aged between 35-50 years with KCSE and trained in home keeping.

Baby Minder

Female aged over 21 years with KCSE and ability to handle a small child under 5 years.

Send your applications and CVs to the undersigned as soon as possible:

Managing Director
Nyali Children Hospital
P.O. Box 43354-80100
Mombasa

Centre for African Family Studies (CAFS) Accounts Assistant Job in Kenya

About CAFS

The Centre for African Family Studies (CAFS) is an autonomous African institution dedicated to strengthening the capacities of organizations and individuals working in the field of health, HIV & AIDS, population and development in order to contribute to improving the quality of life of families in sub-Saharan Africa.

CAFS mission is to improve the lives of African families through skills development, knowledge management, and technical assistance in health and development

Position Description

The purpose of this position which is to provide timely and accurate accounting services. Under the guidance and supervision of the Finance & Support Services Manager, the Accounts Assistant ensures effective execution of financial Services and processes in the corporate headquarters within the Finance and Support Services Department and transparent utilization of financial resources.

The Accounts Assistant promotes a client-oriented approach consistent with CAFS rules and regulations. The accounts assistant works in close collaboration with the program and projects’ staff CAFS HQ office in Nairobi in resolving finance-related issues and information exchange.

Main Tasks, Duties, and Responsibilities

Verifying accuracy of invoices and ensuring that all expenditure is duly authorized through an LPO, purchase requisition, contracts and/or other documentation and Invoices certified by the budget holders before payment.
Preparation of Payment vouchers, in the accounting system while ensuring proper coding account allocation and ensuring all supporting documents are attached to the payment vouchers.
Preparation of journal vouchers to record items of income and expenditure.
Processing VAT exemption applications and ensuring that all invoices are VAT stamped on application of exemption and before payment.
Preparing cheques or bank transfer request letters against the local currency bank account in accordance with the corresponding Payment Vouchers and records them into the SUN accounting system. Seeking signatures of the designated bank signatories.
Assisting the FSS team in providing documentation during the statutory audit and responding to queries raised.
Operate and maintain custody of the petty cash including making cash counts on a regular basis and on ad hoc requests. Reconciling the ledger balances in the SUN accounting system to the float balances.
Ensuring proper filing of all accounting documentation.
Analyzing basic financial information in response to queries from program staff, management , and suppliers.
Deposit cash recovered from staff against travel advance paid to them or other charges to the bank account after proper approval from the certifying and approving officers. Acknowledge receipt of these funds by issuing Cash Receipt Voucher
Deposit cash recovered from staff against travel advance paid to them or other charges to the bank account after proper approval from the certifying and approving officers. Acknowledge receipt of these funds by issuing Cash Receipt Voucher.
Assist the FSSM in the preparation of project reports, budgets, Management accounts
Preparation of monthly payroll movement schedule.
Carrying out any other duties as required.

Knowledge and Skills Required

Strong understanding of accounting processes and procedures, Financial Reporting, Costing, Project accounting, the Fund accounting systems and Donor reporting requirements, and International Financial reporting standards.
Knowledge of accounting principles, statutory regulations related to staff pay and taxation.
Practical knowledge of basic accounting packages, especially Sun-System Accounting software.
High level of competence in basic Excel, Word, Power point and Outlook
Good data entry skills
Good communication and listening skills
Excellent organizational skills used in planning own work.
Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.
Ability to demonstrate patience and attention to detail.

How to apply:

Qualified applicants may send there Cover letter, CV, and References to recruitment@cafs.org

Only the most qualified applications will be contacted.

Closing date: 15 Jan 2012

National Water Conservation & Pipeline Corporation (NWCPC) General Managers (Corporate / Legal Services and HR & Admin) Jobs in Kenya

National Water Conservation & Pipeline Corporation (NWCPC) was established under the State Corporations’ Act, Chapter 446 of the Laws of Kenya vide Legal Notice 270 of 24th June, 1988 and is charged with the role of developing water infrastructure in the country.

Following the enactment of the Water Act 2002, the Corporation’s roles changed and it assumed
the following new mandate:

To develop state schemes and spearhead dam construction for water supplies, flood control and other multi-purpose uses, land drainage and construction of dykes.
To carry out ground water recharge using flood water.
To develop new, retain existing and expand bulk water supply to Water Service Boards and other Water Service Providers.
To drill and equip boreholes.

The Corporation is seeking to recruit suitable, self driven, result oriented, highly motivated and qualified personnel to fill the following vacant positions:

Job Title: General Manager – Corporate / Legal Services

Grade / Scale: NWC 11

Vacancy No: NWCPC/04/2011-12

Position Vacant: 1 Post

Key Responsibilities

Reporting to the Managing Director, the General Manager will be the head of the department and his/her duties and responsibilities will include but not limited to:

Co-ordinating corporate communication duties such as publicity, advertising, customer care, speeches, special correspondences and the Corporation’s newsletter.
Co-ordinating protocol matters and maintaining a good corporate image of the Corporation.
Advising on legal and regulatory matters constitution of the Board, stakeholders meetings and advising on corporate governance.
Ensuring safe custody of collaterals, chattels and other properties of the Corporation.
Co-ordinating issuance of legal undertakings, Board meetings and liaising with external lawyers.
Undertaking budgetary and human resources planning for the department.
Facilitating proper on-the-job training for all officers in the department as well as supervising, guiding, training and developing staff under him/her.

Required Qualification and Experience

Must have a Bachelors degree in Law from a recognized University.
Must have Masters degree in Law from a recognized University.
Must be an advocate of the High Court of Kenya.
Must possess a current law practicing certificate.
Must be registered with the Institute of Certified Public Secretaries (K).
Should have at least 12 years relevant experience, 3 of them at a senior management level.

Key Skills and Competencies

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Proven track record in leadership and management at senior level.
Competency in computer application skills.

Job Title: General Manager – Human Resources & Administration

Grade / Scale: NWC 11


Vacancy No: NWCPC/05/2011-12

Position Vacant: 1 Post

Key Responsibilities

Reporting to the Managing Director, the General Manager will be the head of the department and his/her duties and responsibilities will include but not limited to:

Overseeing all recruitment matters, promotion, remuneration, staff training and development, and staff welfare and industrial relations matters and performance management.
Ensuring proper design and maintenance of Human Resources Information Systems.
Ensuring regular review of terms and conditions of service for staff.
Ensuring professional career Planning and succession management.
Overseeing the management of administration services, namely office services, registry services, management of assets and other allied functions.
Revision/design of appropriate human resources management and administration policies, procedures and processes.
Ensuring high standards of discipline amongst staff and that disciplinary procedures are applied uniformly and fairly.
Ensuring proper implementation of staff retirement and pension schemes.

Required Qualification and Experience

Must have a Bachelors degree in Social Sciences from a recognized University.
Must have a Masters degree in Human Resource Management.
Must have a Higher Diploma in Human Resources Management.
Should have at least 12 years experience in human resource management field, 3 of them at a senior management level.
Must be a member of the Institute of Human Resource Management (K).

Key Skills and Competencies

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Proven track record in leadership and management at senior level.
Competency in computer application skills.

Terms of offer:

The appointment will be on a 3 year renewable contract subject to performance.

Successful candidates will enjoy an attractive package commensurate with qualification and experience.

Interested and qualified candidates for any of the above positions should send their applications enclosing certified copies of the following:

Academic/professional certificates and testimonials.
A detailed CV stating details of day telephone contacts, e-mail address, current position and remuneration.
Names and contact of three (3No.) referees.

To the following address on or before 10th January, 2012 at 2.00pm Kenyan time:

The Managing Director
National Water Conservation &
Pipeline Corporation
P. O. Box 30173 – 00100
Nairobi

Only short listed candidates will be contacted and canvassing will result in automatic disqualification.

NWCPC is an equal opportunity employer.

Principal Job Vacancy in Kenya - Adventist Teachers Training College Mutitu

The Seventh - day Adventist Church Central Kenya Conference advertises the above post of Principal for Adventist Teachers Training College - Mutitu.

Qualifications

At least ten years experience as a teacher, three of which in an administrative position.
Have a Master Degree in Education or continuing.
Should be an SDA Christian in good and regular standing.
Five years college teaching experience will be an added advantage.

N/B: Mutitu College is found in Mbooni West District, Machakos County.

Interested applicants to apply to:

The Human Resource Manager
Central Kenya Conference
P.O Box 41352 -00100, Nairobi
(Red Hill Road off Limuru Road – Route 108)

The applications are to reach on or before January 10, 2012.

Magazine Editor ICT Job in Nairobi Kenya (KShs 80K)

Position – Magazine Editor ICT

Location – Nairobi

Skills / Requirements

“Top notch” early/mid 30’s, dynamic University Graduate with a bias in IT, Communications, Journalism
credible Journalist with minimum of 8 years experience 3 of which must be an editor or sub-editor ideally business related
in-depth knowledge of ICT sector an advantage but familiar with both print and online publications. Strong knowledge of JOOMLA and WORDPRESS a must!
Social Media skills.

Salary Ksh80, 000

Please send an up to date CV, stating your current salary, accompanied by at least 3 referee telephone numbers/email addresses to:

harriet@summitrecruitment-kenya.com

Summit recruitment & Training, Rhino House, Karen Road, Karen

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Please indicate in your email which position you are interested in.