Friday, November 25, 2011

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (CEO) JOB IN KENYAN MEDIUM SIZED SACCO

Our client, a medium size SACCO based in Mombasa seeks to recruit a qualified,
dynamic, self motivated and results-oriented individual to fill the position of:

Chief Executive Officer

Job Summary

Responsible for providing visionary ‘leadership and direction in the realization of  the SACCO’s long term business objectives specifically, he/she will be oversee the daily management of operations to ensure excellent services to members, growth in a profitable and sustainable manner.

The job holder will report to the Board of Directors.


Key Responsibilities
Provide visionary leadership and direction to the SACCO to ensure the efficient management of staff and other resources
Provide leadership in formulation and implementation of best business practices, policies and procedures to enhance operational efficiency
Promote organizational culture that is responsive to changing business environment
Oversee the preparation of annual business plans, operating budgets and management reports to facilitate decision making by the Board
Develop and nurture business relationships with relevant stakeholders
Create conductive work environment for attracting, retaining and motivating employees

Qualifications, Experience and Skills
A Bachelor’s degree in a business related field preferably Accounting/Finance, Economics or Business Administration

INTERNAL AUDITOR AND CREDIT OFFICERS JOBS IN KADET LIMITED KENYA

KADET Limited is a microfinance company and an investment of the World Vision Kenya.

We wish to recruit highly competent, proactive and self driven persons to fill the following positions:

Internal Auditor

Reporting to the Internal Audit Manager, the holder of this position will plan and carry out specific audit assignments on the MFI’s operations in an efficient, economical and effective manner within defined timeframe.

Job Requirements:
B.Com/ BBA (Accounting) qualifications or a related field from a recognized University
CPA (K) or ACCA finals or final stages.
Completion of CISA qualification will be an added advantage.
Minimum of 3 years experience in an internal audit department preferably in a financial institution
Experience in performing systems audits using CAAT
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills,
Excellent computing skills in standard office packages and must be willing to travel 80% of the time.

Credit Officers

Credit Officers carry out outreach and promotion of kadet services ensuring effective and efficient credit delivery and recovery among other duties.

CAR AND GENERAL MANAGEMENT TRAINEES, STORES SUPERVISORS AND SALES ENGINEERS JOBS IN KENYA

Management Trainees for Sales and Marketing, Accounts

Car & General (K) Ltd is inviting applications for Management Trainees with the following qualifications:-
  • Fresh graduate.
  • Aged between 25 and 30 years
  • University degree in Mechanical Engineering, Bachelor of Commerce (Marketing , Accounting and Economics Major)
  • Desire to enter Sales and Marketing of engine related products
  • Mature, Creative, Ambitious and aggressive.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish strong working relationship with colleagues.
  • Computer literate
  • Self motivated person who is also outgoing.
  • Must be able to work independently and meet strict deadlines.
Stores Supervisors
  • Diploma in Supplies and management
  • Have a working experience of 3 years.
  • Aged between 25 and 30 years.
  • Knowledge in stocks reconciliation,
  • Conversant with receipt and dispatch of goods
  • Conversant with the stock taking and reconciliation
  • Excellent inter personal skills.
  • Ability to work under pressure and with minimum supervision

FINANCIAL CONTROLLERS JOBS IN KENYA

A large international Indian group with operations in several countries is looking for Financial Controllers for their companies based in Nairobi.

Candidates should be qualified accountants with exposure to dynamic and computerized work environment.

The successful candidate will be responsible for accounting, audit, management reports and all other relevant commercial functions.

Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Attractive compensation package will be offered to the right candidate.

The successful candidates will be expected to join within one month of selection.

Apply with photograph and salary details to: fck.kenya@gmail.com

KUEHNE NAGEL HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICER JOB IN KENYA

KUEHNE + NAGEL Ltd is one of the world’s leading logistics group with about 55,000
employees stationed at over 900 locations in over 100 countries worldwide and are skilled in all forms of global transport by sea, air, overland and in providing high quality integrated logistics services.

Kuehne + Nagel is headquartered in Schindellegi, Switzerland.

Kuehne + Nagel seeks to recruit a dynamic and self-motivated individual to the position of Human Resource Officer and will be reporting to the Human Resource Manager.


Qualifications and Experience
Higher diploma in Human Resource Management
Possession of a Bachelors degree in business studies would be an added advantage5 years experience in a Human Resource Department
Good understanding of the Labour Laws
Knowledge of Human Resource Information System
Experience in Industrial Relations
Knowledge in Quality, Health, Safety & Environment
Must be Computer literate
Must have good communication and organization skills

FTSE 100 REGIONAL FINANCE DIRECTOR, FINANCE CONTROLLER, COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS MANAGER, REGIONAL SALES COORDNIATOR JOBS IN KENYA

Our client is a FTSE 100 listed company in the service industry and has a global
footprint in over 125 countries across the globe.

In line with its core values, ¡t employs the best people and provides them with
opportunities for growth and development within a dynamic and challenging business environment.

In order to achieve its goals, the organization is seeking to recruit dynamic, qualified and
experienced individuals to fill the following positions:


Regional Finance Director - East Africa

RFD-11/11

Reporting to the Regional MD East Africa, the main objective for the role will be
 to support effective and efficient achievement of fully integrated business unit goals and providing sound financial advice to influence and support management in the critical areas of financial planning and management.


Key Responsibilities:
Providing financial leadership on issues relating to accounting policies and procedures, financial management and control, planning and analysis;
Coordinating and reviewing the preparation of business plans, including the strategic plan, annual operating plan, and interim forecasts;
Evaluating proposed capital projects to ensure that projects are supported by a proper business case, and are in line with the company’s strategies and priorities;
Directing the establishment and maintenance of accounting principles, policies, procedures and controls;
Managing the benchmarking process for financial key figures and supporting the
countries to find optimal balance between financial performance, business needs and business risk;
andOverseeing people development initiatives and ensuring that all training, coaching and learning is implemented.

Qualifications
An MBA in Finance or equivalent;
A Bachelors degree ¡n Finance or Accounting;ACCA/CPA(K), CIMA, FCA or CFA professional qualifications;
10 years management experience with at least 5 years in a senior management position in both management accounting and financial control/reporting environments with responsibilities in strategy formulation and implementation;
Experience in financial analysis techniques;
Experience in applying transactional pricing and value pricing tools and principles; andAbility to develop and integrate a transparent, fully automated Management Information System (MIS).

Finance Controller

FC - 11/11

Reporting to the Finance Director, the main objective of the role will be to
prepare monthly and annual management and financial statements and
maintain proper books of accounts.


Key Responsibilities:
Producing accurate and timely management and financial reports and completing
internal and external reporting requirements in a timely manner;
Ensuring that internal controls are operating effectively by continuously reviewing them;
Preparing year-end statutory accounts and liaising with auditors;
Assisting in the preparation of business plans, budgets and forecasts;
Ensuring accurate computation of VAT & Withholding Tax as well as timely payments of the same;
and Managing the company’s MIS — creating new accounting dimensions, closure of
accounting periods and running programme checks to ensure all general
ledgers are accurate and balancing.

Qualifications
A Bachelors degree in Finance or Accounting;
A Masters degree in Finance will be an added advantage;CPA(K) I ACCA or an equivalent professional accounting qualification;
5 years experience as a Finance Controller or equivalent;
Excellent communication skills;
Ability to work within tight deadlines;
and Ability to motivate and develop staff.

Compensation & Benefits Manager

CMB- 11/11

Reporting to the HR & Change Director, the Compensation & Benefits
Manager is responsible for the strategic planning, design, regulatory

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT WANTED IN KENYA

As a key member of the executive team for the client, this position will provide
efficient and effective administration service/support to 3 Directors.


Responsibilities
Providing full administration support for the CEO, CFO, and HR Leader including
the complete management of executive scheduled/diaries that include
extensive and complex trip planning and organizing, meeting arrangements, appointments and calendar scheduling.
Preparing and producing supporting materials and documents for presentations and
meetings (internal and external) - including creating and designing the content
Representing and supporting a team of administrative assistants to provide a professional and seamless service to the region as a whole Assisting with all Regional Hospitality/Event Management that involves the executive staff Assisting with customer and organizational business
Producing and distributing documentation relating to the CEO’s Senior Leadership Team Managing expenses reports Maintaining the appropriate filing system and providing support with other general office administration as assigned Managing other administrative duties and special projects as required

Qualifications
University graduate or equivalent Minimum 10 year’s experience supporting at the executive level
Strong communication skills with the ability to interact with staff (at all levels) in a fast paced environment at a high level of professionalism and confidentiality
Exceedingly well organized and coordinated person with a global mind-set
Passionate, proactive, responsible, resourceful, detail-oriented, hard-working and willing to learn to achieve high standards

SENIOR SALES MANAGER JOB IN KENYA - TECHNOBRAIN

Senior Sales Manager 
Job Location: Kenya
Required Experience: 6 - 8 years.

Key skills required: 
Plan and execute Solution Sales strategy and achieve targeted sales,
Drive sales for IT solutions and should have strong knowledge of IT Software Solutions especially ERP.

Responsibilities; -
Achieve set sales targets -
Activate and manage the sales process -
Plan and execute solution sales strategy -
Generate sales leads from target market -
Maintain customer database of prospective clients and key decision makers -
Collect outstanding payments -

COMMISION ON ADMINISTRATIVE JUSTICE COMMISSION SECRETARY JOB IN KENYA - CEO

The Commission on Administrative Justice (Office of The Ombudsman) is an Independent Constitutional Commission established under section 59 of the Constitution of Kenya. Its core mandate is to investigate any conduct in state affairs, maladministration, complaints of abuse of power, unfair treatment, manifest injustice or unlawful, oppressive, unfair or unresponsive official conduct within the Public Sector, and to generally ensure compliance with chapter six (Ethics and Integrity) and Chapter Thirteen (Values and Principles of Public Service).
The Commission hereby invites applications for the position of Commission Secretary. Role Reporting to the Commission, the Secretary shall be the Chief Executive Officer of the Commission and the Accounting Officer responsible for the day to day management of the secretariat. 
The Secretary shall ensure the implementation of the Commission’s decisions, policies and programmes. 

Specifically, the responsibilities will be to: 
Coordinate and manage the day to day affairs of the Commission; 
Drive the Commission’s vision and mission through the implementation of its strategic Plan; Mobilize and manage the resources of the Commission to achieve its core mandate; Prepare the Commission’s Annual Plans and Estimates; 
Oversee financial and administrative management of the Commission; 
Provide requisite leadership to ensure the Commission attains a high level of competitiveness and ethical standards in its entire programmes; Period 
The secretary shall hold office for a term of five years and shall be eligible for re-appointment for a further term of five years; 

Qualification, Skills and Experience 
Be a citizen of The Republic of Kenya; 

FRENCH EMBASSY PRESS ATTACHE JOB IN KENYA (134k)

The French Embassy is looking for a press attaché, the job description
being as follows:
post graduate diploma (political science, journalism and/or communication),
proven professional experience in press and communication,
strong writing skills (French / English), and excellent knowledge of domestic politics, institutions and history of Kenya.

L’Ambassade de France recrute un(e) attaché(e) de presse : diplôme
supérieur (sciences politiques / journalisme / communication), exp.
professionnelle en presse et communication, qualités rédactionnelles
prouvées (anglais / français), excellente connaissance du Kenya (pol.
intérieure, institutions, histoire), français parlé.


Plus d’infos/ More informations:

http://www.ambafrance-ke.org/spip.php?article2284and
http://www.ambafrance-ke.org/spip.php?article2288


Job Description

The Communication and Press office of the French Embassy in Kenya aims to:

- promote image of France in Kenya and to explain its position ;

- coordinate communication concerning French presence in Kenya and its
action: organizing press events, publishing, updating internet site;

- maintain the link between French embassy and the Kenyan and international
press: press monitoring, contacts with journalists


Duties and responsibilities

Under the authority of the First Counsellor and the Head of Press and
Communication, the press attaché is implied in all the activities of the
office.

Occasionally assisted by an intern, the press attaché performs duties such
as:
the coordination of press events in connection with all services of the Embassy: writing press releases, organizing press conferences, inviting journalists...
the monitoring of the local news:

SALES MANAGER, CHIEF ACCOUNTANT, PROJECT SUPERVISOR, SALES REPRESENTATIVES, SERVICE TECHNICIANS JOBS IN KENYA

A well established company providing services to the building industry has
the following vacancies based in Nairobi:


Sales Manager

The applicant must have a degree, relevant qualifications in sales and
marketing and at least 3 years sales experience.

He must also be a self starter, have ability to think innovatively and
passion for selling and be 30-35 years old.


Chief Accountant

The ideal candidate must be a graduate with CPA (K) qualification and at
least 3 years accounting experience.

He must also be able to workwith minimum supervision,
have ability to lead a small team of employees,
be able to produce management accounts in time and be 30-35 years old.


Project Supervisor

The applicant must have at least a
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.

Possession of AutoCAD, MS Project and Project Management training will be
an added advantage.