General Manager

Pada security firm is one of the leading security providers in Kenya and seeks to recruit for the following position of a General Manager.
Reporting to the Managing Director, the job holder will be responsible for the management and will provide leadership towards the achievement of the firm’s goals in line with the company vision and values. The key tasks will involve;

Duties &Responsibilities

• Daily running of the company
• Required posts to be timely staffed and appropriately manned according to contract requirements in Coordination with Human Resources for appropriate staffing levels.
• Establish employee goals and conduct employee performance reviews.
• Assist staff to solve complex or out of policy operation problems.
• Schedule and conduct departmental meetings.
• Responsible to meet department productivity and quality goals.
• Communicate with Supervisors, Managers on department operations.
• Approve and coordinate telecommuting arrangements.
• Monitor company’s daily security operation.
• Petty cash analysis book
• Creditors analysis
• Expenses analysis
• Maintain discipline in the firm.

Qualifications

• Must have a university degree in a security/management course.
• Must have served for a minimum of 5 years in a similar position.
• Must be computer literate.
• Must have leadership and supervisory experience
• Knowledge in the security field is an added advantage

Qualified applicants are invited to apply by sending a cover letter and CV by 15th July 2013 to: hr@padasecuritysystems.com
 

Sales Executives – Nairobi & Mombasa

Sales & Marketing Jobs in Kenya
Sales Executives – Nairobi & Mombasa
An enthusiastic Sales Executives required for a successful Kenya mobile cellular phone distribution business based in Nairobi and Mombasa. We are looking for young vibrant and energetic individuals who have a desire to succeed and win new business.

Responsibilities:
•    To exceed sales targets
•    Build up and maintain good commercial purchasing sales relationships with key customers
•    Plan , attend and report back on all customer meetings
•    Ensure customers needs and orders are fulfilled on time and to specification
•    Keep an accurate diary of events and customer orders and market activities
•    Identify sales leads through operators, reseller partners, channel partners, sub distributors and
•    direct sales
•    Be a self starter who is able to work independently to drive sales growth
•    Accurate reporting and feedback from the market of forecast data, stock inventory, sales data,
•    sell-in and sell-out information daily
•    Monitor and maximize each customer’s credit and collections to ensure continued sales pipeline
•    Manage the existing customers and identify potential new customers
•    Gather information from the market on pricing , offers , bundles , competitor activity and report
•    this back to management

Desired Skills & Experience
The successful applicant should have:
•    Must have a Degree / Diploma or have successfully completed professional sales training
•    Prior experience in sales of High Value FMCG/ Mobile Communications is a plus
•    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
•    Proven ability to make complex sales and achieve targets
•    Sound understanding of the local mobile product sales, mobile distribution and pricing
•    Ability to work in a challenging environment and across the Kenya region
•    Knowledge and experience in retail operations
•    Excellent negotiation skills
•    Ability to communicate effectively at all levels both externally and internally.
•    ‘Can do’ attitude and ability to work effectively both alone and as part of a team
•    Ability to travel to remote regions as required
•    Fluency in English language is essential, another language related to the specific territories i.e.:
•    Arabic / Swahili is an advantage.
•    Exceptional man-management skills and the ability to motivate teams of people

Salary: ksh. 35- 45,000
Deadline: 15th July 2013.
Applications:

To send your up to date CV and cover letter to: info@summitrecruitment-kenya.com
Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court, Karen Road, Karen
Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Please indicate in your email which position you are interested in. Only candidates stating current salary will be considered.

Africa Nazarene University Job Openings 2013

Africa Nazarene University (ANU) is a Chartered Christian University that integrates faith with learning to produce well rounded individuals who are able to meet challenges of their times. It is sponsored by the Church of Nazarene, an international Protestant denomination grounded in the Wesleyan holiness tradition.
Applications are invited for the following positions in the Department of Education:

1.    Senior Lecturer (1post)
Qualifications:
Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree in education, with at least five years’ experience in University teaching, and must have supervised at least ten students at Master’s level.

Duties and responsibilities:
•    Coordinate the Graduate program; both the PhD and M. Ed programmes in all our centers.
•    Keep updated records of all the graduate students, in regard to their progression, particularly at the Thesis writing stage.
•    Allocate Thesis supervisors’ for all the students.
•    Supervise students at both Master’s and PhD level.
•    Organize for defense for students who are ready to defend their Proposal or Thesis
•    General academic advising for the graduate students.
•    Work with Admissions office in recruitment and admission of new students.
•    Work with the examination section in preparation of examinations and the preparation of the graduation list for the graduate students.

2.    Lecturer (2 posts for Kisii and Nairobi campus)
Qualifications: Applicants must have a Master’s Degree in Education, must be a Ph.D. candidate who has successfully defended the Ph.D. proposal, with at least four years’ experience teaching at the University. Applicants with administrative experience will have added advantage.

Duties and responsibilities:
•    Academic Advising of the students at the center, tracking their progression to graduation.
•    Plan for unit offerings each session.
•    Teach and coordinate the teaching at the Center.
Applicants should give full details of education and professional qualifications, experience, current post, salary and other financial benefits, copies of certificates, curriculum vitae, transcripts, the names and addresses of three referees (one of whom should be present or previous employer), should be addressed to:-
The Vice Chancellor
Africa Nazarene University
P.O. Box 53067 – 00200
Nairobi

Applications should reach the office not later than 5.00P.m, Friday, 16th July, 2013. Applications could also be dropped at our Town Campus located at the Agrho house Building, Moi Avenue.
Please remember to quote the position you are applying for on the envelope. Note that only short listed candidates will be contacted.
For more details and requirements for the above position visit our website: www.anu.ac.ke.

Chief Operating Officer

Job Description
Carbacid (CO2) Limited, the leading manufacturer and distributor of natural liquefied Carbon Dioxide in the East and Central Africa region for the last 60 years, is a subsidiary of the public limited company Carbacid Investments Limited, listed on the Nairobi Securities Exchange.
We are a Kenyan company, ISO Certified, and proudly providing excellent services and products to beverage companies, breweries and other users in the region.
We have a strong heritage with a total commitment to quality and customer service, and are continuously striving for growth and improvement. In keeping with this, we are seeking a visionary and innovative Chief Operating Officer (COO) to assume responsibility for managing and directing company operations.
As the COO, you will be responsible for strategic and business planning, operations and resource management, and will be accountable for the attainment of performance targets and the optimization of shareholder value. Reporting to the Board of Directors, you will oversee the manufacturing operations, the sales, marketing, finance and the human resources management functions.  Ultimately, you will be responsible for the overall company performance.

Key Duties:
•    Drive the development and implementation of the Company’s strategic plan ensuring consultation with all stakeholders
•    Guide the development of the annual business and financial plans of the individual units in consultation with Board.
•    Steer and direct the Company operations to ensure the attainment of both the operational and financial budgets.
•    Provide leadership in the development and implementation of the various policies as well as the operational and financial systems required for the effective management of the various units
•    Monitor the performance of the various business units, through the review of periodic business performance reports and provide guidance in the identification and implementation of remedial action.
•    Review business growth proposals and other investment proposals for their fit within the overall and long term business goals and approve and or provide guidance on refinements as necessary.
•    Develop & maintain relationships with key third parties including government offices, relevant associations, suppliers, etc. This may include active participation in key business associations, making presentations in the relevant forum and lobbying for policy change as needed.
•    Monitor developments in the local and international arena that affect the various manufacturing units and ensure that local operations meet best practice
•    Actively participate in Board meetings, brief the Directors on the Company’s performance and provide guidance/advice for long term planning for the Company.
•    Effectively communicate the Board decisions to the unit heads as well as staff as and when necessary
•    Responsible for new projects development

    Qualifications and Experience
•    Degree in Engineering (preferably chemical and process engineering)
•    Business Degree preferably at post graduate level
•    At least 15 years working experience in a professional environment, including years at senior management level within a mining or related industry but with a strong customer interface.
•    Proven experience of strategy development and implementation
•    Proven leadership skills
•    Strong technical knowledge

    Core skills/competencies
•    Strategic planning skills
•    Business Development skills; marketing and sales
•    Strong in technical skills and in process manufacturing
•    Financial planning & management skills
•    Relationship building and maintenance skills
•    Leadership and management skills
•    Problem solving & decision making skills
•    Performance standard setting & monitoring skills
•    Communication and interpersonal skills
•    Staff supervision, training and performance management skills

How to apply:
Your application should include a cover letter that demonstrates why you are the best suited candidate for this role; 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. All applications and enquiries should be sent to:
Adept Systems
MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS
P O Box 6416, Nairobi, GPO 00100
Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke
Web: www.adeptsys.biz

Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Please note that we do not charge fees for receiving or processing job applications. Visit our website for more vacancies.
Closing date:  26th July 2013

Sales Manager

The Sales Manager will be specifically responsible for the following:
Sales channel management;
Management of inflow and relationships with new channel partners;
Management and sales coaching for B2B and B2C account managers;
Development and execution for new and ongoing third party business partners;
Overall sales and pipeline management.

The successful candidate should have the following qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in the relevant field;
Minimum of five (5) years working experience in account or sales management preferably within the technology   industry or start-up industry ;
Excellent communication skills with a strong degree of comfort in managing and developing direct reports;
Strong project management skills to track sales volume, pipeline, performance, and marketing;
Aptitude for partnering with and across teams within large enterprises and SMEs, all in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

If you believe you qualify for this position, please apply for the position by uploading your CV to our website: www.dpckenya.com  under Vacancies.

Only qualified candidates shall be contacted

Latest Government - PSC

Applications are invited from qualified candidates for the positions shown below.
 

Interested and qualified persons are requested to make their applications online through one of the Commission’s websites www.publicservice.go.ke and www.psckjobs.go.ke OR by completing ONE application form PSC 2 (Revised 2007). 

The form may be downloaded from the Commission’s websites.

Please Note

• Candidates should NOT attach any documents to the application form.
• ALL the details requested in the advertisement should be filled on the form.
• Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted.
• Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.
• The Public Service Commission is committed to availing equal employment opportunities to all Kenyans. People with disabilities who meet the requirements of the advertised jobs are especially encouraged to apply.

Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce originals of their National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates, transcripts and testimonials during interviews.

Serving officers shall be required to produce the original letter of appointment to their current substantive post during the interview.

Completed application forms should be sent to:

The Secretary
Public Service Commission of Kenya
P.O. Box 30095 – 00100
Nairobi.

so as to reach the Commission on or before 22nd July, 2013

Chief Commission Counsel

One (1) Post V/No. 41/2013

Basic Salary Scale:Ksh.120,270 - 180,660 p.m. (Job Group ‘S’ (SLG 8))
House allowance : Ksh. 60,000
None Practicing Allowance : Ksh. 20,000
Responsibility Allowance : Ksh. 12,000
Prosecutorial Allowance : Ksh. 40,000
Entertainment Allowance : Ksh. 7,500
Commuter Allowance : Ksh. 20,000
Extraneous Allowance : Ksh. 40,000
Leave Entitlement : Ksh. 30 working days
Leave Allowance : Ksh. 10,000

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade an officer must have:-

• served for a minimum period of three (3) years at the grade of Chief Legal Officer, Job Group ‘R’ (SLG 7) or in a comparable position in the Public Service:
• a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized university;
• a Postgraduate Diploma in Legal studies from the Council of Legal Education;
• a Master of Laws (LLM) degree from a recognized university;
• attended a Strategic Leadership Development Course lasting not less than six (6) weeks in a recognized institution;
• proficiency in Computer applications; and
• demonstrated managerial, administrative and professional competence in work performance and exhibited a thorough understanding of national goals, policies, objectives and ability to relate them to proper management of legal affairs.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Officer will be the head, Legal Services in the Commission, responsible to the Secretary/Chief Executive Officer for the overall review, formation and implementation of legal policies in the mandate areas of the Commission.

Specific duties and responsibilities include:

• initiating policy research, formation, development and reform;
• coordinating and facilitating research on legal issues;
• preparing cabinet briefs, papers and memoranda;
• reviewing legal documents/instruments;
• coordinating and facilitating the preparation of opinions and briefs;
• reviewing relevant periodic reports and ensuring compliance with the regional and international instruments;
• developing strategies for stakeholder consultations and engagement;
• developing proposals for reform on emerging legal issues;
• ensuring compliance with principles and values of good governance, human rights, transparency, accountability, ethics and integrity; and
• advising the Commission on legal policy issues.

Assistant Deputy Commission Counsel

One (1) Post V/No. 42/2013

Salary Scale:Ksh.77,527 - 103,894 p.m. (Job group ‘P’ (SLG 5))
House Allowance : Ksh. 40,000
Non-practising Allowance : Ksh. 20,000
Responsibility Allowance : Ksh. 4,000
Prosecutorial Allowance : Ksh. 30,000
Entertainment Allowance : Ksh. 1,500
Commuter Allowance : Ksh.12,000
Extraneous Allowance : Ksh. 20,000
Leave entitlement : 30 working days per year
Leave Allowance : Ksh.10,000

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

• served for a minimum period of three (3) years at the grade of Principal Legal Officer, Job Group ‘N’ (SLG 4) or in a comparable position in the Public Service;
• a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized university;
• a Post graduate Diploma in Legal Studies from the Council of Legal Education;
• a Master of Laws (LLM) degree from a recognized university;
• Attended a Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks in a recognized institution;
• proficiency in computer applications; and
• shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities at this level include:

• undertaking research on assigned legal issues;
• analyzing research data and compiling reports;
• preparing Preliminary Legal documents/instruments;
• preparing legal opinions;
• coordinating stakeholder consultations;
• undertaking law review;
• ensuring compliance with principles and values of good governance, human rights, transparency, accountability, ethics and integrity; and
• advising the Commission on legal policy issues.

Principal Legal Officer

One (1) Post V/No. 43/2013

 
Basic Salary Scale:Ksh.48,190 - 65,290 p.m. (Job Group ‘N’ (SLG 4))
House Allowance : Ksh. 24,000
Extraneous Allowance : Ksh. 15,000
Commuter Allowance : Ksh. 8,000
Non Practising Allowance : Ksh. 15,000
Responsibility Allowance : Ksh. 3,000
Prosecutorial Allowance : Ksh. 30,000
Entertainment Allowance : Ksh. 1,500
Leave entitlement : 30 working days per year
Leave Allowance : Ksh. 6,000 (paid once a year)

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:-

• served for a minimum period of three (3) years at the grade of Senior Legal Officer, Job Group ‘M’ SLG 3 or in a comparable position in the Public Service;
• a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized university;
• postgraduate Diploma in Legal Studies from the Council of Legal Education;
• attended a Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• proficiency in computer applications; and
• shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities include:

• undertaking research on assigned legal issues;
• analyzing research data and compiling reports;
• preparing preliminary legal documents/instruments;
• preparing legal opinions;
• undertaking law review;
• ensuring compliance with regional and international instruments;
• ensuring compliance with principles and values of good governance, human rights, transparency, accountability, ethics and integrity; and
• organizing stakeholder consultations.

Deputy Director, Information Communication Technology

One (1 Post) V/No. 44/2013

Basic Salary Scale:Ksh.109,089 - 144,928 p.m. (Job Group ‘R’)
House Allowance : Ksh.40,000
Extraneous Allowance : Ksh. 20,000
Commuter Allowance : Ksh. 16,000
Leave entitlement : 30 working days per year
Leave Allowance : Ksh.10,000 (once yearly)

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

• served for a minimum period of three (3) years at the grade of Senior Assistant Director of Information Communication Technology, Job Group ‘Q’ or in a comparable position in the Public Service;
• a Bachelors degree in Computer Science or any other ICT related discipline from a recognized university;
• a Masters degree in Computer Science or any other ICT related discipline from a recognized university;
• attended a Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting not less than six (6) weeks in a recognized institution; and
• demonstrated professional ability, initiative and competence in organizing and directing work.

Note:  

Possession of relevant professional qualifications in ICT such as Certified Information Security Manager(CISM), Certified Information Systems Analyst(CISA), Microsoft Certified Database Administrator(MCDBA), Microsoft Certified Information Technology Professional(MCITP),or Cisco
Certified Network Administrator(CCNA) shall be an added advantage;

Duties and Responsibilities

An officer at this level will report to the Secretary/Chief Executive Officer.

Specific duties and responsibilities include:

• developing and managing Information Technology policies; and programmes within the Commission;
• drawing up IT plans for implementation;
• coordinating all Information Technology programmes in the Commission;
• overseeing the preparation and utilization of the IT section’s budget; and
• coordinating IT staff matters.

Senior Assistant Director Of Corporate Communications

One (1 Post) V/No. 45/2013

Basic Salary Scale: Ksh.89,748 - Ksh.120,270 p.m.(Job Group ‘Q’)
House Allowance : Ksh. 40,000
Extraneous Allowance : Ksh. 20,000
Commuter Allowance : Ksh. 14,000
Leave Entitlement : 30 working days per year
Leave Allowance : Ksh. 10,000 (once yearly)

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

• served for a minimum period of three (3) years at the grade of Assistant Director of Public Communications, Job Group ‘P’ or in a comparable position in the Public Service:
• a masters degree in any of the following disciplines: Communication Studies; Mass Communication; Journalism, Public Relations; Information Science, International Relations, Social Sciences or any other approved equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• attended a Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting not less than six (6) weeks in a recognized institution;
• good oral and written communication skills in both English and Kiswahili, as evidenced by publication and interaction with the media;
• high integrity, motivated, and a team player;
• advanced computer application skills such as Desktop Publishing; and
• demonstrated professional competence and managerial capability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

An officer at this level will head the Corporate Communications Unit at the Commission where he/she will be responsible to the Secretary/CEO for all public communication matters in the Commission.
Specific duties and responsibilities include

• identifying Government/Commission events in a specific sectoral area that require packaging for dissemination to the media and the public;
• preparing and organizing fora where Government/Commission policies, programmes and projects can be propagated and promoted;
• gathering information on policies, programmes, significant events and how they impact on customers and disseminating the same to the public/media;
• ensuring proper projection of corporate image of the Commission; and
• carrying out research based on both local and international press on possible causes of negative publicity on Government/Commission and developing appropriate interventions.

Senior Assistant Director, Policy Analysis and Research

One (1) Post V/No. 46/2013

Basic Salary scale: Ksh. 89,748 – 120,270 p.m. (Job Group ‘Q’)
House allowance : Ksh. 40,000
Extraneous allowance : Ksh. 20,000
Commuter allowance : Ksh. 14,000
Leave entitlement : 30 working days per year
Leave allowance : Ksh. 10,000 (Once yearly)

For appointment to this grade, an officer must:

• served for a minimum period of three (3) years at the grade of Assistant Director of Programmes, Research and Analysis, Job Group ‘P’ or in a comparable position in the Public Service;
• a Masters degree in Business or Economics from a recognized university;
• attended a Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting not less than six (6) weeks in a recognized institution;
• a thorough knowledge and understanding of the concepts and techniques of academic research, with particular emphasis on Public Policy Analysis and publication;
• ability to write and edit in a clear, concise and understandable manner;
• have creativity and innovativeness;
• be of high integrity, motivated and a team player;
• possess advanced computer application skills; and
• demonstrated professional competence and managerial capability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and responsibilities

An officer at this level will be the head of programmes, research and policy analysis in the Commission where he/she will be responsible to the Secretary/Chief Executive Officer for all programmes, research and analysis.

Specific duties include:

• provision of non-partisan professional research assistance and analysis to the Commission and its committees;
• providing expert interpretation, explanation and analysis;
• assessing the strengths and weaknesses of existing policies;
• providing technical back-up to the committees of the Commission; and
• publishing conference papers.

Alice A. Otwala (Mrs.), MBS Secretary/CEO Public Service Commission

Murang’a County Jobs

The Office of the Governor, Murang’a County Government wishes to recruit competent and qualified persons to fill the following positions as per article 176 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 and the County Government Act of 2012.

County Secretary 

(One Position) Job Ref: CS/1/7/2013

The County Secretary shall be the Head of the County Public Service and will be responsible to Governor for:

Duties and Responsibilities

• Secretary to the County Executive Committee
• Coordinate County state functions
• Ensure efficient management of resources and coordination of County Government activities
• Interpret, disseminate and oversee implementation of National and County Government policies
• Communicate and follow up the decisions of the Executive Committee to the appropriate persons.
• Provide direction and guidance to public officers in the County.
• Perform any other duties as directed by the County Executive Committee.

Requirements for Appointment

• Be a Kenyan citizen
• Must have work experience of not less than 15 years; ten of which should be in administration and management.
• Have a Bachelor’s Degree from a University recognized in Kenya
• Have a Master’s Degree in Administration/Management, Human Resource Management / Development management / strategic management, economics or equivalent qualifications from a University recognized in Kenya.
• Must have attended a course in Strategic Leadership
• Be conversant with Government protocols and etiquette
• Be conversant with the constitution of Kenya and Devolution Acts
• Have excellent Interpersonal, Communication and Report Writing Skills
• Proven merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results
• Be computer literate
• Proven experience in Public Finance Management.
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution
• Promote national values and principles of government and values and principles of public service referred to in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.

Terms of Service: Contract 3 years renewable

Salary Scale: Ksh. 152,060-302,980p.m. House Allowance: Ksh.70,000p.m. Commuter Allowance: Ksh. 24,000p.m. Annual leave allowance p.a. Medical Cover.

Chief Officers 

(10 Posts) Job Ref: CO/10/7/2013

In the following Departments:

• Agro Marketing and Cooperative Development.
• Transport and Infrastructure Development.
• Finance and Planning.
• Land Housing and Physical Planning.
• Agriculture, Livestock and Environment.
• Youth, Culture and Social Services.
• Public Service.
• Education, Information and Technology
• Trade, Enterprise and Resource Mobilization
• Health Water and Sanitation

Requirements for Appointment

• Be a Kenyan Citizen.
• Be a holder of at least a first degree from a University recognized in Kenya.
• Have knowledge, experience and a distinguished career of not less than ten years in the specific area.
• Be Computer literate
• Must have attended a course in Management/Strategic Leadership
• A relevant Masters Degree is an added advantage.
• Applicants must be registered with a relevant professional body.
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution;

Duties and Responsibilities

• The Chief Officer shall be the Authorized Officer in respect of exercise of delegated power and shall be responsible to the respective County Executive Member for:
• The Administrative duties of a County Department.
• Implementation of policies and development plans.
• Development and Implementation of Strategic Plans.
• Formulate and implement effective programs to attain Vision 2030 and sector goals.
• Promote national values and principles of government and values and principles of public service referred to in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.
• Public Finance Management.
• Other duties as assigned by the County Governor.

Terms of service: contract 3 years renewable

Salary Scale: Kshs.120, 270 – Kshs.180, 660 P.M House Allowance: Kshs.56, 000 P.M Commuter Allowance: Kshs.20, 000P.M.

How to Apply:

• Each application should be accompanied by detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of relevant Academic and Professional Certificates, National Identity Card or Passport and other relevant supporting documents.
• All applications should be clearly marked “Application for position of County Secretary, or Chief Officer ( as appropriate) on the envelope and submitted in any one of the following ways:

1. Posted applications should be addressed to:

The Chairman,
County Public Service Board
Murang’a County
P.O Box 52-10200
Murang’a.

2. Manual application should be delivered to the reception desk at 1st floor, of the Governor, Murang’a County.

3. Online applications should be emailed to: icsmurangacounty@gmail.com

The application should reach the Governor’s Office on or before Wednesday, 10th July 2013.

Murang’a County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women and Persons with Disabilities to apply.

Note:

Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted

Interested candidates should get clearance from the following and MUST submit copies of clearance certificates together with the application:

• Certificate of Good Conduct (CID)
• Ethics and Anticorruption Commission(EACC)
• Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
• Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)

Data Analyst Lead

Saman Associates is currently in the process of recruiting a Data Analyst for one of its clients.  

The core responsibility of this position will be to support clients in various countries in Africa that use a mobile phone/web application market survey system that is administered through their Nairobi Office.

The incumbent will be responsible for the following:

• Ensure that the implementation of new functionalities or versions are completed on time and on budget to the specifications of the client;
• Support the operational aspects of systems in use by clients which will include investigating and managing data manipulation/extraction/integration issues in the systems;
• Implement systems to be used by clients through training;
• Ensure client needs in data analysis are met through data mining, design and creation of reports;
• Monitor data setup request queues and provide end-user support;
• Write and maintain documentation to data analysis development, logic, coding, testing, changes and corrections;
• Consult with client to gather information about data analysis needs, objectives, and input and output requirements
• Review and analyze the data analysis process to determine whether all required elements have been included;
• Ensure that quality control procedures are performed continually;
• Modify existing automated solutions to conform to system changes or make improvements in the existing solutions;
• Design data structures and dashboards using relevant tools.

The successful candidate should have the following qualifications:-

• Three (3) years experience as a data analyst in the FMCG industry or similar job;
• Bachelors degree or Diploma in Sciences (including courses in Mathematics or Computer Sciences);
• Certificate in one or more programming languages;
• Experience in administering a mobile application;
• Experience in programming;
• Professional verbal and written communication skills;
• Team management experience is added advantage.

If you believe you qualify for this position, please send your CV and details of your current and expected remuneration to recruitment@samanassociates.co.ke. 

Only qualified candidates shall be contacted.

University Registrar Job at PAC

Pan Africa Christian University, a Chartered Private University, is seeking to fill the following position.

Applicants must be born again and active members of a local Church.

Job Title: University Registrar (1 Post)

Job Purpose:

The Registrar will oversee all academic requirements of the new and current Students in the University, in consultation with the Deputy Vice Chancellor - Academic Affairs,

Key Responsibilities and accountabilities:

• Review applications from prospective Students
• Convene the Admissions Committee to review the probationary admissions or any applications that require policy exemption.
• Present academic reports on a regular to the DVC Academic Affairs and Senate for decision making.
• Manage the registration process for returning and new Students by overseeing the entire process to give Students a well organized experience.
• Issue official transcripts of Students and alumni upon request
• Write official communication to Students in connection with academic affairs
• Prepare and issue transcripts and certificates to Students upon completion/termination of studies at the University.
• Handle queries from Students and Faculty pertaining to various academic issues
• In consultation with the DVC Academic Affairs s, schedule the central course timetable each term and allocate instructional space.
• Set the examinations timetable and take oversight of all exam operational aspects
• Oversee budget for the department in consultation with the DVC Academic Affairs s
• Participate fully in the various committees including Senate, Admissions, Graduation and Scholarship allocations.
• Supervise the productivity and performance of the staff in the admissions, records and secretarial support section reporting to the Registrar’s office.
• Perform such other duties related to student records as may be required by the DVC Academic Affairs from time to time.

Minimum Requirements:

• Masters degree in Education OR a relevant degree plus a Diploma in Education
• Minimum five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in registration and student records or a closely related area in higher education
• Effective Interpersonal skills and communication skills
• Ability to work independently
• Proven problem solving skills, flexibility and calm under pressure
• Must be a good team player capable of fostering a cooperative work environment
• Understand and adhere to the PACU Statement of Faith
• Demonstrate leadership ability
• Excellent computer skills

If you believe you are the right candidate for any of the above positions, kindly send your application letter and a detailed Curriculum Vitae to 

The Director, 

Finance & Administration, 

Pan Africa Christian University, 

P.O. Box 56875-00200 

NAIROBI 

or email to jobs@pacuniversity.ac.ke 

not later than Friday, 5th July, 2013.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.