Jobs in Kenya- Human Resource Manager Career Opportunity

Job Title: Human Resource Manager
Category: HR & Training ,
Logistics, Transportation & Manufacturing Location: , Kenya
Employment Type: Full-Time
Summary:

Our client, one of the largest manufacturers of corrugated boxes in East Africa is looking to fill the Human Resources Manager role. The purpose of this role is to provide strategic direction in all HR aspects including; Recruitment, Performance Management, Compensation and Benefits, Learning and Development, Industrial and employee relations and performance management; while developing and leveraging internal and external partnerships to maximize the achievement of business goals.
Description:

· Developing and implementing a HR strategy based on the overall company strategy to ensure that business needs are met.

· Leverage the HR function through the standardization, review and implementation of policies and procedures and monitoring all HR activities and practices to ensure compliance.

· Managing the performance management process and all related functions including staff appraisal, training planning and implementation and incentive schemes.

· Managing the HR budget based on the strategy and effectively manage it to ensure cost management goals are achieved.

· Managing the recruitment process in order to attract and maintain a highly skilled workforce and ensure that they are optimally engaged through developing/revising job descriptions.

· Managing industrial relations matters through negotiating with the union and developing cordial relations with the shop stewards as well as offering training and general guidance to managers and supervisors on labour laws and related market practice.

· Handling staff grievances in a prompt, conscientious manner while paying heed to the company’s business needs and policies.

· Training managers and supervisors on basic staff management and disciplinary skills and ensure that the staff is fully conversant with their rights and obligations.

· Continually reviewing and updating the terms and conditions of service of employees to ensure that the company remains within common market practice and communicate to the staff appropriately.

· Continually review pay and reward systems that are in place within the company so as to ensure that these remain competitive and affordable.

· Cultivating an organization culture that supports team spirit and strong work ethic.
Requirements:

· Degree in a Business related field and a higher diploma in HR.

· At least eight (8) years of experience, five (3) of which must be in a managerial position.

· Should have a sound knowledge in talent acquisition, talent management processes.

· Sound knowledge of Labour Laws, experience in CBA negotiations a MUST.

· Ability to influence change by building key partnerships at all levels of the organization.

· High degree of integrity, business acumen, very good communication and interpersonal and negotiation skills.

· Highly proactive individual with a proven track record of successfully aligning human resources initiatives to business operations strategy.

How to Apply
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Send your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with our client; a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees by close of business Friday 2nd December 2011.

Jobs in kenya at Kenya Society for the Blind (KSB)

Job Title: Project Accountant-Marsabit
Category: NGO, Community/Social Devt & Fundraising ,
Project/Programme Management

Location: Marsabit , Kenya
Employment Type: Full-Time
Summary:

The Kenya Society for the Blind (KSB) is a charitable organization charged with the overall goal of bringing eye care services to those threatened with blindness and provide education and rehabilitation to visually impaired persons in Kenya.

KSB is seeking to hire a project accountant to develop and manage the Trachoma Control Project in Marsabit.
Description:



· Maintain accurate and up to date records of all financial transactions including asset inventory.

· Prepare monthly financial and narrative reports per funds source for The Trachoma Project funds status.

· In close collaboration with the Finance Manager and Project Coordinator, develop and prepare comprehensive budgets for project proposals being developed.

· Maintain a high level of integrity in the management, supervision and appropriation of all financial and resources in general.


Requirements:

1. A Bachelors degree in commerce; CPA certificate will be an advantage

2. Proficiency in Navision accounting systems or any other similar accounting software

3. A minimum of 3 years experience working in a donor funded project

4. Ability to work under pressure and deliver high quality results with minimum supervision.

5. Demonstrable competencies in:

· Accounting, financial analysis and reporting

· Setting up accounting systems, procedures and policies

· Budget development, management and tracking

· Financial monitoring and evaluation

· Resource allocations, forecasting and cash flow management.

6. Exposure in donor contract management and reporting

7. Proven understanding of government regulatory framework affecting organizations

8. Proven understanding of internal controls including policies and procurement procedures etc.

9. Ability to supervise and manage staff.

10. Good communication and reporting skills

How To Apply

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Project Cordinator Jobs Vacancy In Kenya- Kenya Society for the Blind Vacancy

Job Title: Project Cordinator-Marsabit
Category: NGO, Community/Social Devt & Fundraising ,
Project/Programme Management Location: Marsabit, Kenya
Employment Type: Full-Time
Summary:

The Kenya Society for the Blind (KSB) is a charitable organization charged with the overall goal of bringing eye care services to those threatened with blindness and provide education and rehabilitation to visually impaired persons in Kenya.

KSB is seeking to hire a project coordinator to develop and manage the Trachoma Control Project in Marsabit.
Description:

Manage all aspects of project management including budget preparation and oversight, project implementation, monitoring, evaluation and reporting requirements for the Program
Facilitate capacity building activities for the project implementation team and other stakeholders including the community
Coordinate research , documentation and sharing of results
Promote partnerships and networking with relevant stakeholders, including government of Kenya Ministries, NGOs/CSOs and the community
Promote project integration and contribute to project development and growth

Requirements:

· A first degree in Social Sciences, Public Health; Environmental Health, Project Management.

· At least 3 – 5 years working experience in a community based program

· Ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision and meet deadlines.


To Apply

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Send your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with our client; a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees by close of business Friday 25th November 2011.

Data Jobs in Kenya

Job Title: Data Officer

Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Employment Type: Full-Time
Summary:

Our client wishes to secure the services of a data officer to support additional non bank credit providers into the credit information sharing system with development of systems necessary for extraction and submission of data as well as integrating the credit data into the credit providers risk analyis.
Description:

1. Development of a data template

· Under the guidance of the Project Manager and IT Specailist within KCISI, work with representatives of non-bank credit providers to develp data standards for data exchange between non-bank credit providers.

2. Carry out data and automation surveys

· Develop and administer a questionaire to determine the level of automation in the operations of participating non-bank credit providers

· Identify IT-related capacity requirements among the non-bank credit providers and recommend ways of addressing capacity gaps.

· Develop monitoring and evaluation methods to assess progress on IT-related capacity building actions.

3. Co-ordinate data exchange pilot programmes

· Work with participating non-bank credit providers to develop a data exchange pilot programme.

· Co-ordinate the data exchange pilot programme to implement and monitor results.

· Prepare post-pilot program report.

4. Liaison with participating credit providers and participating credit reference bureaus

· Work with participating non-bank credit providers to address data issues pertaining the data exchange program.

· Provide participating non-bank credit providers with advice on general ICT related matters affecting data transmision.
Requirements:

· A degree with 5 years experience or a Diploma with at least 8 years experience in relational database development, software development, system analysis from a banking or micro finance institution.

· Experience working in and or strong knowledge of the Kenyan Financial sector.

· Experience in project management.

· Ability to work independently and deliver against the set deadlines.

· Excellent oral and written communication skills.



How to apply:
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Distribution and Sales Jobs in Kenya

Job Title: Head of Distribution and Sales
Category: Sales & Marketing ,
Senior Management Location: , Kenya
Employment Type: Full-Time
Summary:

Our Client is a company investing in using mobile payments for energy services. The company is launching a new service using mobile payments to make renewable energy products, such as solar lanterns, affordable to low-income people. The service will enable customers use mobile payments such as M-PESA to pay for renewable energy products and services on a “pay-per-use” basis, making them much more affordable especially to low-income users. The energy products are distributed and sold through a network of local agents and outlets who are paid commission when customers send payments.



The company is seeking a commercially experienced individual with a proven ability to establish and manage regional offices engaged in the recruitment and management of local dealer networks. The successful candidate will have high level experience building networks of dealers for distribution and sales in financial services, mobile money, airtime or other commission-based goods and services at a local level across Kenya. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer you will be expected to;
Description:

Responsibilities

Play a Key role in high-level planning for distribution and marketing strategies.
Lead establishment of 10 regional offices countrywide including recruitment and training of staff, securing premises and ongoing support.
Build and manage network of 200 agents countrywide – via regional offices.
Coordinate agent support including agent training, merchandising and below the line (BTL) marketing strategies.
Lead inventory management for 5000 units per month sales across network.
Develop and maintain key performance indicators for sales / distribution.

Requirements:

Requirements

5+ years high-level experience in a related commercial field: financial, mobile-money or other commission based product/service in East Africa.
Proven ability to build and manage a network of field offices and regional representatives, with support functions, in a comparable industry.
Educated in a related field, such as business administration, telecommunications or marketing.
Capacity to innovate, creating new processes and structures across distribution network.
Ability to manage inventory and stock across multiple regions.
Ability to lead planning and execution for national BTL marketing strategy.
Knowledge of the local business environment, particularly in financial services, mobile money or telecoms industries.
Ability to build and manage relations at all levels both within the company and outside with medium-sized entrepreneurs.
Affinity towards entrepreneurship and understanding potential benefits of mobile technology.



How to apply:
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Send your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with our client; a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees by close of business Friday 25th November 2011.

Jobs in Kenya- Profit Centre Head Vacancy

Job Title: Profit Centre Head
Category: Senior Management ,
Accountancy, Finance & Insurance
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Employment Type: Full-Time
Summary:

Summary

Our client is an is a leading global integrated supply chain manager and processor of agricultural products and food ingredients, sourcing 20 products with a direct presence in 64 countries and supplying them to over 10,600 customers. It undertakes direct sourcing and processing in most major producing countries for its various products. The company has built a global leadership position in many of its businesses, including cocoa, coffee, cashew, sesame, rice, cotton and wood products. Headquartered in Singapore the company ranks among the top 40 largest listed companies in Singapore in terms of market capitalization.



Reporting to the Country Head the Profit Centre Head role will entail absolute P&L responsibility for both Country and Product levels.
Description:

Key Responsibilities

q Strategy Formulation & Implementation

Ÿ Develop long term & medium term strategies for various product categories with special focus on deeper participation across the value chain.

Ÿ Formulate country specific strategies along with the Country Head.

Ÿ Identify future growth drivers in each of the product categories and look at inorganic growth opportunities.

Ÿ Develop the domestic business with emphasis on supply chain management.

q Supply Chain Management

Ÿ Oversee primary sourcing operations.

Ÿ Develop and manage inland logistics.

Ÿ Set-up distribution operations.

Ÿ Provide leadership in the supply chain process which includes planning of procurement, inventory control, logistics and distribution.

q Finance

Ÿ Manage working capital.

Ÿ Risk and credit exposure management.

Ÿ Play key role in developing pricing strategies and management of transfer pricings

q People Management

Ÿ Provide leadership role for product category in the country.

Ÿ Manage large local teams across country
Requirements:

Qualification and experience

q Masters Degree in a Business Related field

q Minimum of 7 years experience from FMCG /Consumer Durable/ Retail Background.

q Financial and supply chain management experience.

q Solid experience of leading and developing organizations and strong people management skills.

q Highly developed conceptual and analytical ability with capacity to operate in an international business environment

q Good knowledge of credit risk practice, transfer pricing, risk management procedures and tools



How to apply:

Send your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with our client; a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees by close of business Wednesday 23rd November 2011.

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Accounting Jobs in Kenya- Accounts Supervisor

Job Title: Key Accounts Supervisor
Category: Sales & Marketing ,
Customer Services & Retail Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Employment Type: Full-Time
Summary:

Our client is a global multinational Food & Beverage company, worldwide leader in most of its category portfolio. With global or local specific brands and products, the core focus is to meet the diverse needs and preferences of consumers all over the world.

The organisation seeks to recruit a Key Accounts Supervisor.Reporting to Key Accounts Manager you will:
Description:

· Ensure 100% availability of products in Modern Trade outlets and implementation of planograms in the outlets;

· Develop POP objectives for both Food & Beverage and Nutrition categories;

· Manage & lead merchandisers in in-store execution.

· Maintain good relationship with outlet branches

· Sell products into key accounts outlets assigned and collection of


Requirements:

· Degree in Commerce majoring in Sales or Marketing.

· Over 3 years in similar role from an FMCG with good knowledge of modern trade.

· Excellent communication skills.

· Strong negotiation and influencing skills.

· Demonstrated customer management skills.

· Developed leadership skills.



Job ID: 42047
Date Posted: 21 November 2011
Closing Date: 25 November 2011
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Contact Info: Adept Systems
Adept Systems

Web Address : http://www.adeptsys.biz

How to apply:

Send your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with our client; a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees by close of business Friday 25th November 2011.


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