Accountant Wanted

Accountant at International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) in Nairobi 

Vacancy Number: AP/FO/04/11
Department: Finance and Operations
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Duration: 1-year fixed term contract
Closing: 14 April 2011

The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI): The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) works at the crossroads of livestock and poverty, bringing high-quality livestock science, communications and capacity building to bear on poverty reduction and sustainable development. ILRI is one of 15 centres supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR). ILRI has campuses in Kenya (headquarters) and Ethiopia, with other offices located in other regions of Africa (Mali, Mozambique, and Nigeria) as well as in South Asia (India, Sri Lanka), Southeast Asia (Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam) and East Asia (China).

ILRI seeks to recruit an Accountant. Reporting to the Treasury supervisor, the jobholder will be responsible for the following:

* Update of the supplier list in SUN-Review of all inactive supplier Accounts, reconciling them for informed decision on the way forward for the same.
* Population of Bank details for suppliers & partners-This will cover both local & foreign suppliers for effective interface with banking systems. It will also include updating all supplier contact details for dispatch of e-remittances & also in readiness for an online order tracking system later.
* Ensure timely cheque distribution & acknowledgement.
* Send emails promptly to staff once CBA OTC payments are released to the bank.
* Ensure cash & cheque receipts are handled in a timely manner & to ensure their safety.
* VAT exemption administration.
* Actively involved in digitization of receipting system.
* Assist payables Accountant in reconciliation of supplier Accounts.
* Assist in digitization of travel authorization(TA) form, project advances form, travel expense reports, project settlement reports & regular payment request forms.

IT Executive

Executive – IT at Pwani Oil Products in Mombasa

Pwani Oil Products Ltd was founded in 1985 and directly employs over 500 people both nationally and internationally. Our mission is to refine lives by producing innovative and high quality products with the aim of exceeding the expectations of every client, offering outstanding customer service and great value. We believe that the prosperity of our business depends on successfully developing an integrated community of motivated and innovative employees. We therefore ensure that the team possesses a high level of morale through recognition and positive employee relations, as well as inspiring employees by offering opportunities for challenging work, personal development and growth. Pwani is now seeking to reward highly energetic young Kenyans who are willing to go the extra mile, have the attitude that could inspire fellow team mates. Pwani is seeking to recruit more as it is heading towards implementing ERP to integrate its systems & processes.


EXECUTIVE – IT (Ref No. EIT/01)


Responsibilities:

* Maintaining the hardware/network Infrastructure in the organization; Take custody of all computer software & ensure compliance to legal requirements such as licensing etc; Support the MIS Executive in the preparation/implementation of training programs that ensure sufficient computer literacy skills amongst staff;
* Maintenance of the PABX System;
* Negotiate &implement hardware/software maintenance & support contracts

Procurement Manager

Manager – Procurement at Pwani Oil Products in Mombasa 

Pwani Oil Products Ltd was founded in 1985 and directly employs over 500 people both nationally and internationally. Our mission is to refine lives by producing innovative and high quality products with the aim of exceeding the expectations of every client, offering outstanding customer service and great value. We believe that the prosperity of our business depends on successfully developing an integrated community of motivated and innovative employees. We therefore ensure that the team possesses a high level of morale through recognition and positive employee relations, as well as inspiring employees by offering opportunities for challenging work, personal development and growth. Pwani is now seeking to reward highly energetic young Kenyans who are willing to go the extra mile, have the attitude that could inspire fellow team mates. Pwani is seeking to recruit more as it is heading towards implementing ERP to integrate its systems & processes.


MANAGER – PROCUREMENT (Ref No. MPC/01)


Responsibilities:

* Implement Procurement strategy and policies.
* Forecast procurement needs; Driving MRP & Production Planning; Create and implement KPI’s;
* Continually develop expertise to support growth for new projects;
* Identify and develop training opportunities;
* Monitor macro trends in supplier and contract base and implement plans to react;
* Build and develop relationships with key suppliers and customers;
* Review quotations & negotiate with the Suppliers;
* Discuss defective or unacceptable new goods or services with users, vendors and others to determine cause of problem and take corrective and preventative action;
* Ensure supplier compliance with site and company requirements for safety;
* Manage vendor relationships and assist in building effective partnerships;
* Responsible for planning, developing and buying materials, parts, supplies and equipments in a timely and cost effective way;
* timely manner while maintaining appropriate quality standards and specifications.
* Liaise with Accounts Payable Department to ensure accurate and timely payment of invoices, as necessary for the business with the supplier.

Database Administrator

Database Administrator
IT Company Profile:
A company formed to provide document management and voucher processing solutions to the Kenya and East African Market.
Main Responsibilities

* Hardware Maintenance skills to service file servers and infrastructure hardware in a Rack.
* Network troubleshooting and Monitoring skills

Key Skills and Competencies

* Oracle 11g database architecture / concept knowledge
* Backup and recovery utilising Oracle RMAN
* Proficient Red Hat Linux user
* Shell scripting skills
* Oracle Real Application Cluster knowledge

Manager -HR Wanted

Manager – HR at Pwani Oil Products in Mombasa – Kenya Jobs and Vacancies

Pwani Oil Products Ltd was founded in 1985 and directly employs over 500 people both nationally and internationally. Our mission is to refine lives by producing innovative and high quality products with the aim of exceeding the expectations of every client, offering outstanding customer service and great value. We believe that the prosperity of our business depends on successfully developing an integrated community of motivated and innovative employees. We therefore ensure that the team possesses a high level of morale through recognition and positive employee relations, as well as inspiring employees by offering opportunities for challenging work, personal development and growth. Pwani is now seeking to reward highly energetic young Kenyans who are willing to go the extra mile, have the attitude that could inspire fellow team mates. Pwani is seeking to recruit more as it is heading towards implementing ERP to integrate its systems & processes.


MANAGER – HR (Ref No MHR/01)


Responsibilities:

* Formulate Compensation, Benefits and Performance Management Systems, and Policies;
* Handle Recruitment related activities;
* Job Rotation, Job Enrichment policies;
* Perform difficult staffing duties, including dealing with under staffing, refereeing disputes, administering disciplinary procedures;
* Ensure excellent Talent is retained, gap analysis performed on a regular basis;
* Analyze and modify compensation and benefits policies to establish competitive programs
and ensure compliance with legal requirements;
* Plan and conduct new employee orientation to foster positive attitude toward organizational
objectives;
* Serve as a link between management and employees by handling questions, interpreting and administering contracts and helping resolve work-related problems;
* Plan, direct, supervise, and coordinate work activities of subordinates and staff relating to employment, compensation, labor relations and employee relations;
* Training Need Analysis, Trainer selection & training schedule;
* Maintain records and compile statistical reports concerning personnel-related data such as hires, transfers, performance appraisals, and absenteeism rates
* Analyze statistical data and reports to identify and determine causes of personnel problems
and develop recommendations for improvement of organization’s personnel policies and practices;
* Represent organization at personnel-related hearings and investigations;
* Responsible for HR Strategy and Budgeting;
* Oversee the evaluation, classification and rating of occupations and job positions.