KCO Administrative & Operations Assistant Job in Kenya

WWF- The global conservation organization, Kenya Country Office (KCO), is seeking to recruit:

Administrative & Operations Assistant

To be based in Nairobi, Kenya.

Under the supervision of the Procurement Officer, the Administrative & Operations Assistant will provide full time logistics and administrative support to the functions of the administration and operations team.

Major duties will include but not limited to: 

• support to programme staff in application of visas documentation and other travel and logistical arrangements; 
• assists in managing the office vehicle fleet;
  maintenance and ensuring office equipment are in good working condition and service agreement are up to date; general maintenance of office building; 
• assists with the preparation of documentation for obtaining VAT exemptions, customs clearance and duty exemption for imported goods; 
• manages the stationery store and ensures proper and accurate inventories are maintained in accordance with the organization’s policies and procedures; 
• assists to carrying out appropriate physical inventory count and asset verification.

The incumbent must possess: 

• Degree in Business Administration/Social Sciences with a minimum of two (2) years in a busy office; an outgoing personality and a self-starter; 
• excellent communications and interpersonal skills, fluency in English; 
• ability to work in teams in a multi-cultural environment; 
• excellent ability to analyze, set priorities and complete tasks with minimum supervision; 
• must have initiative and a flexible, friendly and co-operative personality; 
• excellent computer skills in windows environment and MS Office; 
• and Kiswahili; 
• adherence to WWF’s values, which are: Optimistic, Engaging, Determined and Knowledgeable.

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should email a cover letter and CV to the Human Resource Manager, WWF-KCO - HResource@wwfesarpo.org not later than 19 June 2012.

Kindly note that only shortlisted persons will be contacted.

FMCG Head, Trade Marketing Job in Kenya

Head, Trade Marketing    

Industry: FMCG
Location: Nairobi    
Supervisor/Manager’s Title:  Country Manager - EA

Job Purpose:

The Head of Trade Marketing Manager plays a key role within the country sales team, driving excellence in store (4P) execution across key customers/key accounts/Key Channels for all Categories present in the country category/brand portfolio. 

The role will also focus on building expert knowledge in our key categories and sharing this with the customer in order to build long term partnerships and increase profit and sales.

The role will initially be supported by a Trade Marketing Manager and grow with business to a team of TMMs

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Develops country/customer 4P strategy and tactics in line with respective sales and marketing directors, and building on global 4P strategy
• Defines Category trade marketing KPIs across all categories in the country
• Leads the country Trade Marketing team and Represents the country in Global Trade Marketing Meetings
• Defines and manages the trade marketing budget
• Contributes to category marketing plans, with customer & category analysis and promotional strategy
• Continuous analysis of the competitive and customer’s position in the country, works together with the sales director to develop long-term trade marketing actions and strategy aimed at strengthening the organization’s position in the each of our categories
• Leads and supports trade marketing team in developing and implementing the promotional strategy (in line with brand priorities and media plans) across customers
• Presenting Category strategies/ vision and 4P strategy to our customers
• Key contact for the Marketing Director and Brand Marketing team with regards to all promotional and customer actions
• Support the Sales Teams with defining strategies and actions to achieve business objectives with key customers, channels, geographies.
• Define and implement Local Success Models for each brand, based on global learnings and tailored to local ground realities

Key Responsibilities :

Translate brand marketing actions into winning customer marketing actions
Competing in an increasingly competitive environment to achieve a leading position (category champion) in the key categories
Leads within the country the development and implementation of category management strategies
Increasing the organization’s in store presence in our categories, strengthening our brands, optimizing product assortment, and promotional strategy.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty  Satisfactorily.  

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required

• At least 7-8 years experience in sales/trade marketing/marketing roles within an FMCG environment
• Educated to minimum bachelors degree level ideally in a business related subject - from a recognised University
• Very Good Communication and Interpersonal Skills
• Ability to Manage Data
• Tenacious and resilient, driven to achieve even when faced with obstacles
• Leadership and interpersonal skills capable of building strong working relationships and influencing and customers and internal teams
• Strong commercial understanding of business issues/opportunities
• Strong understanding of sales and marketing strategy and planning issues
• Strong analytical skills with ability to develop strategies, tactics and measurable implementation

Please log on to our website: www.kimberly-ryan.net to apply.

SAIDIA Project Data Clerk Job in Kenya

Project Data Clerk

Position Identification:

Department  : Programs
Job Title : Data Clerk, SAIDIA project (Ref.2012/DC/44)
Reports To : Program Manager, Monitoring, Evaluation and Accountability
Duration : 1 month

Background Information

Support and Assistance To Indigenous Implementing Agencies (SAIDIA), is a US President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) funding initiative composed of two member organizations, both working hand-in-hand with the GOK and in close collaboration with sixteen indigenous organizations that were selected as implementing sub-grant partners.  

The program implements eleven service areas namely Palliative Care, Basic Care and Support, OVC, Health Systems Strengthening, Abstinence and being faithful and Prevention of Mother to Child Transmission of HIV/AIDS,  ART Services, TB/HIV, and Testing and Counseling.

The overall program strategy is to develop and reinforce capacities among the sixteen indigenous sub-grant partners in improving HIV prevention, treatment, and care and support services to marginalized people in the four provinces of Kenya namely Central, Eastern, Nairobi and Rift valley. 

Beyond providing anti-retroviral therapy, the program is strengthening in-country technical expertise, building capacity of indigenous umbrella organizations to support ART, developing locally appropriate models of care, and applying evidence-based practices to improve care and treatment as well as maintaining a clear and precise data.

Purpose

• Reporting to the Monitoring and Evaluation Officer, and working closely with the Health team, the Data Clerk will maintain up-to-date KePMS database. 
• S/he will receive, review and enter data from partner staff into SAIDIA database monthly and share with program team for review.

Responsibilities   

• Receive project data from CRS and partner staff
• Review and validate data sent from the field and support project and partner staff in preparing data for entry to the system.
• Enter data from partners into KePMS in line with CDC guidelines and according to data calendar
• Analyse KePMS data and share with project team during project meetings

Expertise Required

• At least grade C Plain in KCSE
• A Diploma in Information Technology, Health Records or other relevant field
• Computer proficiency in databases and spreadsheets
• At least 1 year experience using KePMS
• Proficiency in data analysis software such as SPSS, Epi Info will be an added advantage.
• At least 1 year health data entry experience and familiarity with Ministry of Health HMIS
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Working knowledge of CDC and PEPFAR data requirements

Working Relationships

Internal: Monitoring, Evaluation and Accountability Program Manager, SIADIA CoP, Project Officers.

External: Implementing Partners, NGOs/Consortium members working with HIV and AIDS unit.

Written applications indicating the reference number of position applied for and CV including day-time contact phone numbers, as well as names and contact information of three references should reach the below-mentioned by 12 noon, Wednesday  June 13, 2012.

Human Resources Manager
Catholic Relief Services – Kenya Program
E-mail: hr@ke.earo.crs.org

Note:  Please indicate the Reference Number of the position you are applying for on the ‘email subject’ . 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Project Manager for Biblically-based Community Development Job in Kenya

The mission of Care of Creation Kenya is to pursue a God-centered response to the environmental crisis in Africa which brings glory to the Creator, advances the cause of Christ, and leads to a transformation of the people and the land that sustains them.  

To accomplish this mission, Care of Creation Kenya (CCK) is seeking to employ a qualified individual for the following position:

Job Title : Project Manager for Biblically-based Community Development
Location  : Kijabe (Care of Creation Kenya office at Moffat Bible College)
Reports To : The Executive Director

General Summary:   

This person will promote a God-centered approach to environmental stewardship and provide competent oversight for community development and educational initiatives undertaken by Care of Creation Kenya (CCK).  

Primary responsibilities will involve planning, the coordination of CCK staff and demonstrations, and the administration of training activities for Churches, schools, farmers and community groups in the areas of forestry and Farming God’s Way. 

Required Qualifications

• Mature Christian with a heart for ministering to local communities
• Excellent teaching skills / Demonstrated experience in teaching from Scripture
• Excellent management, planning and administrative skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Kiswahili
• Strong computer proficiency (including Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, etc.)
• Demonstrated background in Christian ministry and outreach
• Demonstrated ability to appropriately supervise others and work as a team
• Background or work experience in agriculture, forestry, conservation, or environmental education
• Minimum educational requirement:  Bachelor’s degree in community development from a reputable institution or equivalent experience.
• Ability to relocate and live within reasonable distance from Kijabe.

Preferred Qualifications

• Grant-writing and fund-raising experience a plus.
• Current Driver’s license (qualified for operating a motorcycle a plus).

Key Responsibilities and Duties:  

Manage and coordinate the community development and educational initiatives of the organization in a way that reinforces a God-centered vision of caring for creation.

Training / Mobilization / Community Development

• Plan, organize and conduct training seminars in cooperation with the Executive Director.
• Mobilize groups / communities / CCK partners to take action on environmental matters.
• Provide biblically-based and scientifically sound teaching to various audiences.
• Conduct monitoring and evaluation with partners and community groups.

Management / Administration / Communication

• Provide spiritual leadership for the organization
• Provide management and oversight for CCK staff members
• Maintain project records & databases / Produce reports / Assist with grant-writing
• Facilitate the proper functioning and management of CCK’s demonstration site
• Facilitate the efficiency of verbal and email communication for the organization
• Manage and oversee outreach activities related to forestry and Farming God’s Way 

Application Procedure   

(Consideration given ONLY to applicants who submit ALL items below)

• Submit a letter of intent to apply for this position that summarizes your educational and work history.  Include an explanation of why you want to work for CCK and why you are qualified for this position. 
• Submit a 1 page description of your personal testimony and experience as a Christian.
• Submit your CV and provide FOUR references, including TWO references from your most recent employers, and TWO character references.  Include their phone numbers and email addresses.
• Submit written answers to the following items / questions:

1. Briefly describe your primary goals in life.
2. Briefly describe your understanding of what is meant by “Community Development”.
3. Briefly describe your experience relating to the position for which you have applied.
4. Briefly describe a time where you provided spiritual leadership in a work, church, or home setting.
5. What spiritual gifts do you feel God has given to you?
6. What is your current salary level?

CCK is a faith-based mission organization that depends upon charitable donations from churches and Christian foundations.  

Based on this understanding, what are your salary expectations for the advertised position?

Note:  The organization prefers that you submit your application materials electronically to the director at this address: Craig@careofcreation.org. 

Application deadline:  July 25th, 2012

Hospitality Company Chief Accountant Job in Naivasha, Kenya

Chief Accountant

Hospitality Company based in Naivasha, urgently requires Chief Accountant.

Requirements:

• Must have degree in Accounting / Finance
• Must have at least 3 years experience in the hospitality industry
• Knowledge of accounting software is essential
• Must be 28 years and above

Salary: Ksh. 100 – 150,000
Deadline: 14th June 2012.

Applications:

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

sue@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.

Please do not apply if you do not meet the requirements of the job

Mercantile Insurance Sales and Unit Manager Jobs in kenya

We are looking for young, dynamic and ambitious persons to fill the various vacant Life Insurance Sales and Unit Managers positions countrywide.

Prospective candidates should be minimum  “O” level, smart with good communication skills and a flair for selling Life Insurance Products. 

Experience, though not necessary and holder of Insurance qualifications will have advantage. 

Applicants for Unit Managers positions must have served in a similar capacity with proven sales performance and possess COP and current IRA License. 

Kindly contact the nearest office or email your application / cv to the addresses indicated below before 22nd June, 2012.

Head Office               
P. O. BOX 20680-00200         
Tel. 2222697/779           
Nairobi.                  
e.mail: life@mercantile.co.ke      

Nakuru Branch

P. O. BOX 4045-20100

Tel. 051-2215546

Nakuru.

e.mail: nakuru@mercantile.co.ke

Mombasa Branch         
P. O. BOX 87471-80100           
Tel. 041-2229214/6331          
Mombasa.                
e.mail: msa@mercantile.co.ke     
 

Thika Branch

P. O. BOX 4355-01002

Tel 067-21999/22086

Thika.

e.mail: thika@mercatile.co.ke

Octopus ICT Solutions: Graduate eLearning Instructional Designer Internship Job in Kenya

Graduate eLearning Instructional Designer Intern

Octopus ICT Solutions Ltd (OIS) is an Information Communication Technology (ICT) company founded over six years ago. 

It is duly registered as a limited liability company in Kenya and licensed by the Communications Commission of Kenya (CCK) as an Applications Services Provider (ASP) mandated to provide Information and Communication Technology (ICT) solutions to corporate, residential and individual consumers.

OIS seeks energetic, creative interns with an interest in e-learning and instructional design to support the e-Learning department. 

OIS offers a dynamic, creative, and progressive work environment.

Type of Employment: 6 Month Internship

Required skill sets:

• Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science or related field. A solid understanding of Web technologies is preferred.
• Have good knowledge of Instructional Design and Storyboarding. This includes ability to:

1. Research, analyze, design, develop and customize instructional materials.
2. Work with different types of input material to create instructional content.
3. Apply various Instructional strategies, models and theories to content.
4. Use templates in developing instructional materials.
5. Visualize.

• Have knowledge of industry standards, such as AICC, SCORM.

• Multi-faceted production experience in a distance education, or training environment, including experience in designing and developing courses using HTML, Flash, Articulate and Adobe eLearning Suite.
• Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS), particularly Moodle.
• Demonstrated experience working with subject matter experts and adult learners to develop content.
• Be able to work with Account Managers and/or Marketing team to analyze project requirement with the clients and suggest solutions.
• Be proficient with MS Office, specifically MS Word and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrate effective spoken and written English and excellent presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Provide instructional design feedback on online modules which are being developed by vendors or volunteers in order to create compelling online learning experiences (this entails using adult learning techniques).
• Monitor courses currently available through OIS's online platform to collect feedback and refine material and approaches if necessary.

The successful candidate must be a self-starter with the ability to work independently within a team-based, fast-paced atmosphere with high standards for quality, accuracy, and innovation.

This candidate should also possess strong organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines, prioritize, and work on multiple projects simultaneously with great efficiency and attention to detail.

For consideration, please forward a detailed CV and cover letter with the words “eLearning Intern” on the email subject line to jobs@octopusict.com.

Do not send us your certificates at this stage – applications with certificates will be ignored.

Your application must reach us not later than 5pm on the 13th June 2012.