Saturday, August 27, 2011

KENYA AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTIVITY AND AGRIBUSINESS PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST JOB IN NAIROBI


The Kenya Agricultural Productivity and Agribusiness Project (KAPAP) is a Government of Kenya Project
implemented with support from the World Bank. The Project is operating in the following counties/regions:
Nyandarua, Meru Central, Nyeri, Busia, Taita-Taveta, Kakamega, Tana River, Butere Mumias, Kilifi, Trans
Nzoia, Kwale, Nakuru, Meru, West Pokot, Embu, Siaya, Makueni, Homa Bay, Garissa, and Wajir
In an effort to enhance the procurement function in the Project, the Ministry of Agriculture, intends to apply
part of the Project funds to recruit a Community Procurement Specialist to be based at the National Project
Management Office and a team of twenty (20) Procurement Assistants (PAs) to be based at the above
Regional Service Units.
TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR COMMUNITY PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST
Overall Scope of Work:
Provide technical support on the general direction and overall management of community procurement
system for the Kenya Agricultural Productivity and Agribusiness Project (KAPAP) and Kenya Agricultural
Productivity Sustainable Land Management Project (KAPSLMP).
Specific Responsibilities and Tasks:
• Provide technical assistance to the KAPP Secretariat (KS) and Regional Service Units (RSUs) in the
implementation of procurement activities for the communities and farmer groups supported under
the Project in accordance with the provisions of the Financing Agreement;
• Provide support to KS, the RSUs, communities and farmer groups in procurement of goods and
services in accordance with the Government, World Bank procurement guidelines, and in
accordance with community and farmer grant manuals;
• Provide support, backstopping, training and supervision of Procurement Assistants based at the
RSUs;
• Provide training and capacity building of community and farmer groups supported by the project
to enhance their ability to efficiently procure goods and services;

WHITE RHINO HOTEL JOBS IN NYERI,KENYA


The White Rhino Hotel is a century old hotel situated within Nyeri County.
Strategically located and with potentially high guest traffic, the hotel seeks the services of the following
people to oversee its overall operations;
HOTEL GENERAL MANAGER
SALES & MARKETING MANAGER
HEAD OF SECURITY
STORE KEEPER
NIGHT AUDITOR
RESTAURANT SUPERVISORS
Reporting to the Operations Director and working very closely with other key staff, the successful
candidates will be expected to deliver on key result areas and revenue targets.
An attractive remuneration package will be offered including target based bonuses.
Do you have the necessary skills set and qualifications?
Do you have a minimum of 5 years relevant work experience in a similar position?
If your answer is yes, kindly send your application via email only to:
Email: jobs@whiterhinohotel.com
Your application should be complete with;
• A cover letter with a very brief statement of why you are the best suited candidate
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of academic and professional certificates, a day time
telephone contact, names, address and telephone contacts of three referees
• A clear confirmation of your availability to Commence work
• A clear indication of your current and expected salary.
Incomplete applications will not be processed.
Your application should reach us no later than Monday, 29th August 2011.

MONARCH CAREERS-HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER|PROPERTY MANAGER KENYA


The Monarch Group is a progressive group of companies with expansive, fast and sustainable growth in
unique commercial premises, hospitality facilities specializing in apartments, restaurants and lodges and is
looking for self driven and result oriented individuals to move the business to the next level. We are
looking for highly qualified individuals to fill the positions below:-
GROUP PROPERTY MANAGER
The successful candidate will be responsible for effective management and maintenance of residential and
commercial properties to the satisfaction of the customers.
Key Responsibilities
• Develop new commercial properties and drive real-estate business from scratch and grow it to
produce revenue/ PBT for stakeholders
• Conduct valuation of properties on behalf of either individual occupiers or landlord clients
• Prepare accurate forecasts for future as well as current value by identifying opportunities for
enhanced performance
• Manage and maintain existing property portfolio valued at over Kshs 2-5 billion located in
Nairobi/ Mombasa and in the various counties, and deliver PBT and high market brand profile
• Lead and manage operations/maintenance staff under this portfolio effectively and ensure they
are appropriately trained

CHEMONICS INTERNATIONAL REGIONAL MANAGER JOB IN KENYA


REGIONAL MANAGER
PROJECT/UNIT: Kenya Pharma/ Africa
General Summary or Background:
The primary objective of the project is to establish and operate a reliable, sustainable pharmaceutical
supply chain management system. The project aims to forecast, procure, store, and distribute drugs,
supplies, and equipment needed for the care and treatment of persons with HIV/AIDS in Kenya.
Position description
The Regional Manager will be based in the assigned region and will oversee field agents in the respective
region. They will be responsible for providing field agents with continuous on the job coaching and support.
Additionally, the regional managers will provide direct support to larger, key sites in their areas.
Regional Managers will report to the Field Operations Manager. It is a full-time position, currently
anticipated to last for the duration of the contract.
Tasks
Support SDPs and supply chain improvements:
• Lead a team of 4-5 field agents and mentor Senior Field Agent on every day job responsibilities
including data collection and client management;
• Support high volume sites requiring special focus in their region;
• Conduct routine spot checks in the facilities in their assigned region to ensure that field agents are
performing assigned duties well and to the expectations of clients/Service Deliverly Points;
• Support field agents in resolving issues arising at sites in coverage area;
• Work with field agents to identify sites that require additional support and assist with resolutions
when appropriate or notify appropriate partner of site level specific needs;
• Monitor trends in facilities reporting (i.e. patient numbers and patients/regimen) to identify
potential exceptions to normal data trends;
• Identify regional needs for technical support and plan technical or senior management visits as
required;
• Train sites to use the Kenya Pharma electronic Supply Chain Management (eSCM) for ordering,
reporting and tracking deliveries to their sites. Also liaise between sites and eSCM team on issues
identified in the field;
• Strengthen collaboration with key implementing partners and liaise with government structures in
assigned region (e.g. PHMT & DHMTs, APHIA coordinators, other stakeholders, etc);
• Work with GoK leadership in the region to plan and carry out regional meetings with key
partners/stakeholders at least twice a year;
• Participate in ad hoc initiatives as requested by NASCOP (i.e. Data Quality Audit);
Provide leadership to regional teams:
• Monitor accuracy and timely submission of monthly field team reports and ensure adherence to
deadlines;
• Review field agents’ monthly reports, summarise and disseminate findings to field operations
manager or other technical team members as needed;
• Attend monthly regional managers meetings in Nairobi;
• Work with senior field agent to compile M&E data from region for M&E specialist integration into
Performance Management Plan;
• Identify training subjects for field agents and work with the field operations manager and director
of technical coordination to implement;
• Present sessions in field team workshops;
• Assist in the development of policies and procedures for field team management;
• Back stop for field agents when they are off duty to avoid service interruption; and
• Assist in other duties as assigned by the Field Operations Manager.
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences;
• 3 - 5 years experience working handling pharmaceutical products in Kenya;
• Have solid working knowledge of ART in Kenya with 1 - 2 years experience in managing
• ART commodities logistics;
• Good understanding of the health systems in Kenya especially government health facilities an
added advantage;

KVDA CHIEF MANAGERS-HUMAN RESOURCES AND TECHNICAL SERVICES-JOBS IN ELDORET,KENYA


Kerio Valley Development Authority (KVDA) is a state corporation established by an Act of Parliament
Cap 441 of 1979 of the laws of Kenya. It was set to plan and coordinate the implementation of
programmes and projects that transcend administrative boundaries of the districts in North Western part of
Kenya.
The Authority wishes to re-advertise the following positions of Chief Managers:-
CHIEF MANAGER, HUMAN RESOURCE AND ADMINISTRATION
REF: KVDA/2/CM-HR & A/2011
Job description
• Reports to the Managing Director
• Develop and manage a comprehensive Human Resource system including the welfare and pension
issues of the Authority
• Development of effective tools to assist in creating an optimal organizational structure and
productive work environment (HR guideline materials including hand books, orientation manuals,
performance appraisals tools, induction programmes etc)
• Encourage a positive and team-focused working environment by setting standards of good
communication and ensure staff behaviour is in line with the organizations core values
• Ensure succession plans are in place for key leadership roles
• Assessment of training needs and career development
• Management of a staff training programme and should be conversant with labour/ industrial
relation laws
Qualification and experience
• Masters degree in Human Resource Management/Development, Commerce, Social Sciences,
Humanities or other related fields from a recognized university
• Post graduate or HND in Human Resource Management
• Registered with a Human Resource Professional body
• Must have served in a senior management position for at least 5 years
• Computer literate
• Should be above 35 years of age
An attractive remuneration package commensurate with responsibility of the job and experience of the
individual will be offered to the right candidates. All the positions will be on a three year renewable
contract terms of service.

STANDARD CHARTERED MANAGEMENT JOBS IN KENYA


PREFERRED SERVICE MANAGER
Job ID: 298210
Job Function: Consumer Banking
Location: Kenya - SCB
Full/ Part Time: Full - Time
Regular/ Temporary: Permanent
Job Description
To champion and maintain an ongoing relationship with customers, motivating the team to provide
exceptional service and ensuring positive customer experience within the Branch for all preferred
customers
To maintain compliance excellence in accordance with the existing operational risk management
framework relating to service and linkages with other branch roles
Key Roles and Responsibilities
Service Management
• Handle all customer correspondence
• Interact with customers individually in order to respond to service requirements, address queries on
the different products and services; and advice customers accordingly
• Process excess requests for all non borrowing customers
• Authorize account closing documentation
• Issue certificate of balances, audit reports and opinion letters
• Attending to court orders and other legal and regulatory issues
• Process claims on deceased and other restricted accounts
• Follow up suspected fraudulent transaction (Disputed debit or blocked funds)
• Stop payments
• Static Data amendments
• Customer signature/ mandate changes/ updates
• Receive ADC applications
• Customer Feedback
• Excess Requests
• QAOS
Floor Management
• Authorize: Fixed deposit transactions, utility bill payment application, e-statements applications, mbanking
applications, agent card applications, internal entries, standing orders, third party
cheques and other cheques above teller limits, application of new and replacement of Debit
Cards, counter cheques, system referrals (e.g. card updates)
Customer Complaint Management
• Lead service training and service storming sessions in the branch
• Implement and track standards of performance of key service performance indicators for the
branch
• Ensure effective coordination of service related issues/ initiatives between branch and other stake
holders
Controls
• Ensure daily checking of reconciliations at CEO’s desk is performed
• Reporting of suspicious transactions
• Ensure proper management of dormant accounts reactivation and uplifting of unclaimed balances
• Ensure that CDD guidelines and policies are complied with
• Perform customer call backs as per laid down guidelines
Qualification and Skills
• 2 - 4 years experience in branch banking/ sales roles/ direct customer management experience
• Candidate is expected to posses extensive customer contacts that qualifies for the Emerging and
Affluent Segment
• A self motivator who is keen on upgrading and improving personal knowledge and skills to meet
evolving job requirements
• Working knowledge of EBBS, EBRANCH
• Excellent Customer Relationship and interpersonal skills
• Highly developed networking and negotiation abilities
Diversity & Inclusion
Standard Chartered is committed to diversity and inclusion. We believe that a work environment which
embraces diversity will enable us to get the best out of the broadest spectrum of people to sustain strong
business performance and competitive advantage. By building an inclusive culture, each employee can
develop a sense of belonging, and have the opportunity to maximize their potential.
To apply, please copy the link below as your web address:
https://cgportal.global.standardchartered.com/psc/hrms/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRS.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL
VIRTUAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGER
Job ID: 298077
Job Function: Consumer Banking
Location: Kenya - SCB
Full/ Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/ Temporary: Permanent
Job Description
The Relationship Manager is primarily responsible for servicing and managing customer relationships under
the Preferred Banking program by engaging them, uncovering their needs and providing them with the
appropriate products, services and solutions from the entire range of the Consumer Banking suite.
The Relationship Manager is responsible to drive profitable revenue and volume growth from their
portfolio with a focus on deepening of existing customer relationships and cross sell thereby improving
market and customer share of wallet with the Bank.
The Virtual RMs will be required to engage customers remotely via telephone, email and any relevant
social media
Key Roles and Responsibilities
Relationship Management
• Manage and anticipate client requirements with a focus towards managing the existing base as
well as increase cross product holding per client
• Retain existing clients by growth of wallet with the bank through relationship management
activities
• Offer a consistent yet differentiated customer experience by leveraging the Customer Experience
platform to take ownership of all categories of customer service matters and transactions
• Resolve client queries without further escalation
Customer/ Business acquisition
Customer engagement, needs analysis and consultation
Risk management and control
Qualifications and Skills

AAR HEALTH ACCOUNTS EXECUTIVES|RELATIONSHIP EXECUTIVE|ADMINISTRATOR JOB IN KENYA

AAR HEALTH SERVICES
ACCOUNTS EXECUTIVES
Job Number: REF/AAR/17082011/Accounts Executives
Category: Rescue and Services Department
Date Posted: 17 Aug 2011 18:17 PM
Job Skills: Public Speaking, Negotiation, Strong Leadership Skills, Excellent Communication Skills, Problem
Solving Skills, Business Acumen, Attention to detail, Strong Analytical Skills, Organizational Skills, Self
Starter, Methodical, Confidence, Highly motivated
Description:
The right candidates will generate and exceed set monthly revenue targets as set by management. The
position requires individuals with the ability to persuade and influence others, self driven, have strong
interpersonal and communication skills. They should also be thorough, methodical and organized. In
addition, the ideal candidates will be required to maintain a professional appearance and provide a
positive company image to the public.
The key responsibilities of the position will be:
• Present and sell company products and services to current and potential clients.
• Prepare plans and schedules to identify specific targets and to project the number of contacts to
be made.
• Prepare presentations, proposals and sales contracts.
• Develop and maintain sales materials and current product knowledge.
• Establish and maintain current client and potential client relationships.
• Manage account services through quality checks and other follow-up.
• Identify and resolve client concerns.
• Prepare a variety of status reports, including activity, closings, follow-up, and adherence to goals.
• Communicate new product and service opportunities, special developments, information, or
feedback gathered through field activity to appropriate company staff.
• Attainment of set Monthly Revenue targets
The right candidates:
• Minimum of a high school diploma or its equivalent
• Knowledge of advertising and sales promotion techniques.
• Three to five years of sales or marketing experience.
• Bachelor's Degree in Sales and marketing will be an added advantage
• Must be fluent in both English and Kiswahili
If you meet the above requirements, kindly post your application letter and updated CV before 28th
August 2011.
To apply, please copy the link below as your web address:
RELATIONSHIP EXECUTIVE
Job Number: REF/AAR/17082011/Relationship Executive
Category: Rescue and Services Department
Date Posted: 17 Aug 2011 18:40 PM
Job Skills: Customer Care, Excellent Communication Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Business Acumen, Team
Player, Pleasant, Highly motivated
Description:
The purpose of the job is to manage the renewal process for Rescue and Services clients and keep proper
records of all renewal activities undertaken.
The key responsibilities for the position will be:
• Prepare monthly renewal schedule for clients and make calls to remind them of their renewal in
liaison with the Manager.
• Prepare and dispatch monthly renewal advices at least 30 days before expiry date