Massive Recruitment by the County Government of Kakamega (31 Positions)

Republic of Kenya
 

County Government of Kakamega
 

Office of the Governor
 

Vacancies

Pursuant to the Constitution of Kenya (2010) and the County Government Act No. 17 of 2012, the County Government of Kakamega invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the following vacant positions:

1. County Secretary 

(1 Post)

Job Group ‘T’
 

Duties and Responsibilities
 

The County Secretary shall provide guidance and direction to the county public service and will be answerable to the Governor.
 

Duties will include:

• Being the head of the county public service;
• Being responsible for arranging the business and keeping the minutes, of the county executive committee subject to the directions of the executive committee;
• Conveying the decisions of the county executive committee to the appropriate persons or authorities;
• Ensuring efficient management of resources and co-ordination of County Government resource; and
• Performing any other functions as directed by the county executive committee.

Requirements:

• Be a Kenyan citizen.
• Be in possession of a bachelor’s degree, and a master’s degree in either strategic management, business administration, economics or equivalent qualifications from a university recognized in Kenya.
• Have working experience of not less than 10 years at managerial level.
• Satisfy the requirements of chapter six of the constitution.
• Be conversant with Government policies and regulations
• Be conversant with the Constitution of Kenya and devolution laws.
• Have ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
• Have capacity to work under pressure to meet strict timelines.
• Have good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrate thorough understanding of county development objectives and Vision 2030.
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the national values and principles of governance as outlined in articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya.
• Be computer literate.

Remuneration
 

Salary: Kshs.152, 060- Kshs.302,980
 

House allowance: Kshs.70, 000
 

Other allowances: Kshs. 140,600
 

Terms of service: Contract.
 

2. County Chief Officers 

(13 Posts)

Job Group ‘S’
 

The 13 posts are in the following Ministries:
 

County Treasury and Economic Planning (2)
i) Finance
ii) Planning
 

Education, Science and Technology, and ICT.
 

Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries, and Co-operatives (3)
 

Agriculture and Co-operatives
 

Fisheries Development
 

Livestock Development
 

Health Services
 

Lands, Housing, Urban Areas and Physical Planning.
 

Public Service and Administration
 

Transport & Infrastructure
 

Labour, Social Services, Culture, Youth and Sports.
 

Environment, Natural Resources, Energy, Water and Forestry.
 

Industrialization, Trade and Tourism.
 

Duties and responsibilities
 

The Chief Officer shall be the authorized officer in a specific ministry and shall be responsible to the respective County Executive Committee Member.

Duties will include:

• The administration of a county ministry.
• Formulation and implementation of effective programs to attain vision 2030 and sector goals.
• Development and Implementation of strategic plans and sector development plans.
• Implementation of Policies and regulations.
• Providing strategic policy direction for effective service delivery.
• Ensuring compliance with the National Values and Principles of good governance as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya.
• Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements:

• Be a Kenya citizen.
• Have a Bachelor’s degree from a University recognized in Kenya.
• Possession of a Master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
• Have vast knowledge and experience of not less than 10 years in the relevant field, five of which should be in a managerial position,
• Demonstrate thorough understanding of county development objectives and Vision 2030,
• Be a strategic thinker and result oriented.
• Have excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Have capacity to work under pressure to meet strict timelines.
• Have ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity
• Satisfies the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya.
• Be computer literate.

Remuneration
 

Salary: Kshs.120, 270- Kshs.180,660 p.m.
 

House allowance: Kshs.56, 000 p.m.
 

Other Allowances: Kshs20, 000 p.m
 

Terms of service: Contract.
 

3. Head of County Treasury (Accounting)
 

(1 Post)

Job Group ‘R’
 

Duties and responsibilities
 

The officer will be the head of Accounting Function and responsible to the Chief Officer, Finance, for efficient management of Accounting Services at the County.

Duties will include:

• Advising on all accounting matters;
• Implementing Government accounting standards and policies;
• Designing and developing County accounting systems;
• Implementing and coordinating the budgeting process;
• Ensuring budgetary control ;
• Mobilising resources for funding the budgetary requirements of the County Government and putting in place mechanisms to raise revenue and resources.
• Developing and ensuring the implementation of internal controls;
• Maintaining the accounting systems and records;
• Advising on the efficient use of financial resources and county assets
• Maintaining the county’s books of accounts;
• Preparing the financial statements including the Balance Sheet, Income and Expenditure and Cash Flows;
• Preparing financial reports in line with County and National Governments’ requirements;
• Supervising staff in the function;
• Facilitating internal and external audit of the financial statements;
• Undertaking capacity building for staff in the treasury (accounting) function;
• Ensuring compliance with the Values and Principles as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya.
• Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements:

• Have served in Job Group ‘P’ and above in the Public Service or in a comparable position in the Private Sector, for a minimum period of five (5) years
• Have a Bachelor of Commerce (Finance, Accounting, Business Administration), Economics Degree or its equivalent.
• Have MBA or MA in Economics degree or in any other relevant field from a recognized university.
• Be registered with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) and in good standing.
• Have shown exemplary leadership qualities.
• Have capacity to work under pressure to meet strict timelines.
• Have ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity
• Satisfies the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya.
• Be computer literate.

Remuneration:
 

Salary: Kshs. 109,089 – Kshs. 144,928 p.m.
 

House Allowance: Kshs. 20,000 p.m.
 

Other Allowances: Kshs. 16,000 p.m.
 

Terms of service: Permanent.
 

4. Head of County Supply Chain Management
 

(1 Post)

Job Group ‘R’

Duties and responsibilities
 

The officer will head the Supply Chain Management Unit and be responsible to the Chief Officer, Finance, for the efficient management of Supply Chain Management Services in the County.

Duties will include:

• Policy implementation and interpretation on supply chain management;
• Advising the Chief Officer, Finance, on matters pertaining to Supply Chain Management;
• Providing guidance in overall supply chain management policy.
• Issuing administrative guidelines on implementation and interpretation of the Public Procurement and Disposal Act and Relevant Regulations;
• Introducing modern inventory management techniques and approaches;
• Implementing e-government procurement strategies;
• Interpreting international trade agreements/policies related to procurement;
• Implementing inventory management information system;
• Providing guidance on procurement policies and procedures;
• Liaising with other sections on issues of procurement;
• Providing overall guidance on contract design and management;
• Providing guidance on disposal of County Government inventory and other assets;
• Advising on quality assurance on goods, works and services;
• Management, training and development of County Supply Chain Management personnel;
• Ensuring the attainment of the objectives outlined in the Public Procurement and Disposal Act, 2005, including promotion of local industry economic development;
• Ensuring compliance with the Values and Principles as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya

Requirements:

• Have served in job Group ‘P’ and above in the Public Service or in a comparable position in the Private Sector for a minimum period of 5 years;
• Have a Post Graduate Diploma in Supplies Management or a Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following: Commerce, Business Administration, Economics, Procurement & Supplies Management, Marketing, Law, Engineering or the equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Have a Masters degree in any of the following: Procurement and Supplies Management, Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Commerce or other relevant field from a recognized university;
• Have shown exemplary leadership qualities;
• Be a member of relevant professional body and in good standing.
• Have capacity to work under pressure to meet strict timelines.
• Have ability to work in a multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity
• Satisfies the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya.
• Be computer literate.

Remuneration:
 

Salary: Kshs. 109,089 – Kshs. 144,928 p.m.
 

House Allowance: Kshs. 20,000 p.m.
 

Other Allowances: Kshs. 16,000 p.m.
 

Terms of service: Permanent.
 

5. Principal Liaison Officer 

(1 Post)

Job Group ‘R’
 

Duties and responsibilities
 

The Principal Liaison Officer shall be based in Nairobi, responsible for the coordination of activities and events for the county and will be answerable to the Governor.

Duties will include:

• Coordinating activities with National and County Governments and other agencies,
• Providing Protocol Support and Public Relations Services,
• Identifying investment opportunities with local and overseas investors,
• Planning, managing, documenting and reporting on County affairs,
• Implementing activities and assignments relating to maintaining and enhancing the image of the county,
• Facilitating movement, accommodation and appointments for county officials and guests,
• Preparing itineraries and agendas for county officials and guests,
• Planning and conducting official events,
• Advising on current and future events that are beneficial to the county,
• Providing periodic reports,
• Ensuring compliance with the values and principles as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements

• Be a Kenyan citizen,
• Have served in job Group ‘P’ and above in the Public Service or in a comparable position in the Private Sector for a minimum period of 5 years;
• Be a holder of a Bachelor’s degree from a University recognized in Kenya in any of the following fields: finance, economics or marketing.
• Be a holder of a Master’s degree in any of the following fields: finance, economics, business administration, or communication.
• Have qualifications and experience in administration or management,
• Have capacity to work under pressure to meet strict timelines.
• Satisfy the requirements of chapter six of the constitution
• Be computer literate
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya.
• Be computer literate.

Remuneration
 

Salary: Kshs.109,089- Kshs.144,928 p.m.
 

House allowance: Kshs. 40,000 p.m.
 

Other allowances: Kshs. 16,000 p.m.
 

Terms of Service: Permanent
 

6. Sub-County Administrators 

(12 Posts) 

Job Group ‘Q’
 

Duties and responsibilities
 

The sub-county administrator shall be responsible for the coordination, management and supervision of the general administrative functions in the sub-county unit, and will be answerable to the Chief Officer, Public Service and Administration.

Duties will include:

• The development of policies and plans;
• Coordinating developmental activities to empower the community;
• The provision and maintenance of infrastructure and facilities of public services;
• Exercise any functions and powers delegated by the County Public Service Board under section 86 of The County Government Act, 2012;
• Facilitation and coordination of citizen participation in the development of policies and delivery of services
• Coordinating the management and supervision of general administrative functions
• Ensuring effective service delivery;
• Ensuring compliance with the National Values and Principles of good governance as outlined in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya.
• Performing any other functions that may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements:

• Be a Kenyan citizen,
• Be a holder of a bachelor’s degree from a University recognized in Kenya,
• Have working experience of not less than 10 years,
• Have qualifications and experience in administration or management,
• Satisfy the requirements of chapter six of the constitution.
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles as outlined in articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya.
• Be computer literate.

Remuneration
 

Salary: Kshs.89,748 – Kshs.120,270 p.m.
 

House allowance: Kshs. 20,000 p.m.
 

Other allowances: Kshs. 14,000 p.m.
 

Terms of Service: Permanent.
 

7. Protocol Officer 

(1 Post)

Job Group ‘N’
 

Duties and responsibilities
 

The protocol officer shall be responsible for organizing and coordinating official public functions and will be answerable to the Chief of Staff

Duties will include:

• Organizing official events,
• Preparing the guest lists and seating arrangements.
• Coordinating arrangements for press coverage of official functions,
• Facilitating linkages with other institutions and organizations,
• Ensuring efficient and effective communication with stakeholders
• Facilitating appointments.

Requirements

• Be a Kenyan citizen,
• Be a holder of a Bachelor’s Degree from a University recognized in Kenya and a post-graduate qualification in any of the following; communication, journalism, public relations or marketing,
• Possession of a master’s degree will be an added advantage,
• Have working experience of not less than 5 years, preferably in Public Relations,
• Satisfy the requirements of chapter six of the constitution.
• Demonstrate understanding and commitment to the values and principles of public service as outlined in articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution of Kenya.
• Be computer literate.

Remuneration
 

Salary: Kshs. 48,190 – Kshs.65,290 p.m.
 

House allowance: Kshs. 17,000 p.m.
 

Other allowances: Kshs. 8,000 p.m.
 

Terms of Service: Permanent.
 

Note: For candidates to meet requirements of chapter six, all applicants are required to get clearance from the following:

• Kenya Revenue Authority
• Higher Education Loans Board
• Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
• Criminal Investigation Department

Copies of these clearances MUST be attached to the applications.
 

How to apply
 

All applications should submit their applications together with copies of their detailed Curriculum Vitae, academic and professional certificates, testimonials, National Identity card or Passport, and any other supporting documents.
 

The positions applied for should be indicated on top of the envelope.
 

Kakamega County residents will be required to indicate their constituency of origin.
 

Applications should be submitted to:
 

Secretary
County Public Service Board
P.O Box 36-50100
Kakamega
 

Hand delivered applications can be submitted to the County Headquarters at the Customer Care Desk.
 

All applications should reach this office on or before 23rd July 2013.

County Government of Kakamega is an equal opportunities employer, all are encouraged to apply.

Field Project Manager

Samasource is an award-winning technology social enterprise that provides dignified, internet-based work to people living in poverty. 

We build technology that helps leverage the brain power of the poor so they can lift themselves out of poverty by providing valuable services to companies around the world. 

Our technology platform takes large data projects for leading enterprise clients like LinkedIn and Google, and breaks them into smaller tasks called “microwork” which are completed by our workers.
 

The Job:

We are looking for a self-motivated Field Project Manager to assist our Delivery Team in efficiently and effectively managing projects through our distributed workforce within delivery centers in Kenya, Uganda, Haiti, South Africa, India, and Pakistan. 

The field project manager will be a critical part of our delivery team, consisting of Professional Services team in HQ (San Francisco, CA, USA), Field Project Managers in Nairobi, Kenya, and Quality Team in India.  

The Field Project Manager will work closely with our local centers to manage high-impact projects from trial to completion.

Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive project management and Delivery Center oversight to ensure timeliness and high-quality project results, meeting KPIs and client SLAs
• Work closely with portfolio of Delivery Center partners for comprehensive capacity planning and workforce management
• Perform data driven analysis on project and performance metrics to optimize project execution effectiveness
• Work closely with Delivery Center managers and field personnel to ensure workers receive training and support for client projects
• Maintain open communications with Delivery Centers on quality issues, instruction clarifications, and best practices for project completion
• Seek continual innovation and improvement in task design, worker training, project workflow, delivery process and our technology platform to increase automation and efficiency of delivering projects
• Review and perform quality checks on all projects completed by Delivery Centers
• Interface closely with Delivery Team in head office on project scope, parameters, timelines, and expectations

Requirements:

• BA/BS with a strong academic record from a top university. Degree in economics, business, or other field with emphasis on data analytics preferred
• 2 year commitment to the role based in Nairobi, Kenya
• Minimum 4 years total working experience, at least 2 years related experience
• Robust analytical and Excel skills, with experience analyzing large datasets in Excel
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Strong writing and communication skills
• Strong project management experience
• BPO experience preferred
• Six Sigma certification a plus
• Proficient with Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, etc.), familiarity with collaborative project management web software like Basecamp a plus
• At home in a fast-paced environment that requires excellent time-management and the ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively
• Comfort in working independently in an unstructured environment, with reliable execution and timelines and strong communication skills
• Ability to effectively communicate with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures

To apply for this position, complete the online form available on http://samasource.org/company/careers/

Only qualified, short-listed candidates will be contacted

Finance and Administration Officer

Job Title: Finance and Administration Officer
 

Section of the organisation: TdH / Country Office
 

Reports to: Country manager         

Terre des Hommes Netherlands is looking for Finance and Administration Officer as at 1st August 2013 to be based in Nairobi. 

Terre des Hommes Netherlands supports services for children in need through partner organisations.

Responsibilities

• Country office administration & ICT
• Finance - Sound financial systems in place and sound and timely reporting
• Audit - Enhanced audit planning and reporting for partners and the country office
• Capacity building of partners - Improved financial quality of projects and assistance to
• beneficiaries and sufficient qualitative financial information to the donors.
• Personnel - Enhanced HR system, standards and procedures in line with national laws and therefore a satisfied workforce in the TdH country office.
• To replace the country manager during his/her absence and act on his/her behalf for signing of documents;

Qualifications

• A Bachelors Degree and a professional qualification in Accounting, such as CPA, ACCA or equivalent;
• A minimum of five years experience in projects finance;
• Experience with an International NGO required;
• Proficiency with budgeting and analysing financial reports;
• Skilled in report writing, computer packages and fluency in English;
• Communication skills, team spirit and leadership qualities.

This position requires frequent travel within the country as well as within East Africa.

Interested candidates are invited to send their motivational letter, resume, copies of certificates and three references to:

The Country Manager, 

Terre des Hommes Netherlands, Nairobi Office,

E-mail east.africa@tdh.nl 

before 15th of July 2013. 

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Business Development & Extension Advisor Job Vacancy in Nairobi

Are you interested in joining an Organisation with a long term commitment to fighting poverty? 

Would you like to work in a challenging environment and develop an international career focused on demonstrating shared core values that achieve results?

SNV Kenya is looking for a:

Business Development & Extension Advisor
 

Work within Renewable Energy (RE) Sector and based in Nairobi,  Kenya

SNV is a non-profit international development organisation established in the Netherlands in 1965. For over 40 years, SNV has been at the forefront of development, helping to build local capacity and empower local families and communities to break the cycle of poverty. 

We are present on the ground in 36 developing countries in Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Balkans and operate in Agriculture & Food Security, Renewable Energy (RE), and Water, Sanitation & Hygiene.
 

Our 900 advisors in the field come from a variety of cultural and technical backgrounds, and over 60 per cent are nationals of the countries where we work.

In its Renewable Energy Sector, SNV Kenya working closely with HIVOS wishes to recruit a Kenyan National as an advisor to serve in an upcoming project /programme named Sustainable and Secure Smallholder Systems @ Scale (4S@Scale). 

The purpose of the programme is to create viable smallholder coffee farming systems, that will allow the coffee sector in East Africa to regain its vitality and offer long-term business opportunities for 2.4 million smallholder coffee farms and 16 million people dependent on the sector.

Key activities of the programme will include incorporating biogas into the whole farm system; diversification of incomes, in particular through dairy and horticulture; the provision of credit facilities; enhanced good agricultural practices including climate resilience; and women and youth targeted training and support. 

Women and young farmers are priority clients as key actors to revitalise the sector and ensure long-term sustainability.

For SNV Kenya as the “lead country” for this PPP, specific interventions that the advisor and RE/AGRIC teams will ensure are planned as follows:

• Expand farmer support to include non-coffee activities, in particular animal husbandry.
• Build markets for non-coffee products, lead role for local cooperatives
• Provide biogas digesters to 40% of program farmers.
• Setting up agro-investment support, readily accessible to women and youth.
• Implement whole-farm approach with 30.000 farmers who have received basic training
• Roll out approach to 30.000 farmers who have had no prior training.
• Implement business model for fully self-funding farmer services by project end.

Responsibilities
 

The advisor will be reporting to Sector Leader, Renewable Energy (RE) BUT will work closely with colleagues within the Renewable Energy and Agriculture Sectors. 

The advisor will work directly with KENDBIP, Producer Cooperatives and Extension services and will be responsible for providing technical guidance for the improvement of farm productivity utilising bio-slurry to produce high value organic manure for coffee and other farm crops.
 

More specifically the SNV advisor will.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships  with project partners and stakeholders
• Act as the focal point for the project with the technical team  in RE and Dairy and partners
• Strengthen synergies between dairy and RE sectors
• Lead in the development and testing of extension models which farmers must be able and willing to pay.
• Support the biogas programme to improve current extension models.
• Assure proper learning and knowledge development (10%)

Candidate profile

• Master’s degree in a rural development related course (or in Management of appropriate development technologies), Economics of Sustainable development, Agro-economy, Rural development;
• A minimum of 5 years of work experience in agricultural extension and/or rural technology dissemination. Experience in extension / investments for renewable energy, business skills will be an added advantage;
• Have proven track record in capacity building, experience in micro and medium size enterprise development and insight into problems and constraints in stimulating private-public partnerships.
• Have experience in networking, alliance building and facilitation of multi-stakeholder processes, product development, organizational learning, institutional change processes, and project proposal formulation.
• Strong applied analytic skills are required.

Desired Skills and attitude

• Leadership skills, including independent initiative, meeting facilitation, flexibility, ability to drive multiple aspects of initiatives and projects from inception to implementation within a limited time frame, and ability to develop and sustain effective working relationships with people of diverse backgrounds and levels of expertise.
• Have superior oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, including keen attention to detail and ability to express complex ideas clearly to a broad range of audiences.
• An advanced knowledge of and experience with MS Office Suite and internet use.
• An ability to travel moderately with readiness to work and travel in rural districts with minimal amenities.

Contract Duration: Two (2) years BUT renewable subject to availability of programme funding

Desired start date: ASAP

Description - Duty Station
 

Medical facilities: Good, numerous private clinics
 

Educational facilities: Very good. There are several International Schools in Nairobi, including a Dutch School
 

Security situation: Peace is prevailing in most parts of the country
 

Accessibility: Good telephone fax, email and internet facilities are available. There are daily flights with KLM and several connection flights
 

Communication: Good

How to apply?
 

Please send your application letter and CV with three referees by clicking here to apply online (att. HR Officer) before 20th July 2013 with reference title as “Business Development & Extension”.

For more information, please refer to our website: www.snvworld.org

Sales Person

Our client a telecommunication firm needs to recruit sales person
 

Key Responsibility

Sourcing for new IT Hardware & Consumables Business
 

Maintaining Existing Clients

Key Attributes

Aggressive, go-getter and good communicator.
 

Should be a presentable person
 

Excellent reporting & presentation skills.

Education Level

• Degree/ Higher Diploma In Sales & Marketing or Business Administration with a bias for Brand Management.
• IT Qualification

Experience

• More than 3 years Proven Sales experience is Selling Hardware & Software.
• Major Brands  like HP, Dell, APC, Microsoft, Symantec, etc
• Experience in selling IT Products in a Retail Market- 2 yrs

Skills

• Good communication skills
• Integrity as a value
• Work under pressure
• Target based performance

If you meet the above minimum requirements, kindly email your cv (INCLUDE YOUR CURRENT & EXPECTED SALARY) to;

Frank Management Consult Limited,
Nyaku House, 1st Floor, Argwings Kodhek Road,
Nairobi.
 

Email:  frankmconsult@yahoo.com

Area Manager

Area Manager, Public Health
 

(Based in Kenya)
 

The Area Manager for Public Health is responsible for growing the business of Public Health product lines in the assigned area within Western & Central Africa. 

The position reports to the Regional Director, Public Health Africa.
 

Key Responsibilities include:-

• Meet sales targets outlined in the annual budget and business plan for each product in the assigned countries
• Meet government entities on a regular basis to promote and advocate Clients portfolio
• Identify, evaluate and cultivate relationships with key stakeholders and other Public Health entities on a regular basis to promote and sell company’s portfolio
• Conceptualize, prepare and present to the Regional Director annual business plans for key customers
• Provide timely response to customers’ quote requests and process orders inquiries
• Handle customer complaints
• Ensure timely payment of debts within the agreed payment or credit period
• Responsible for recruitment, training, development, maintenance, focus and appraisal of Agents with monthly reports in their respective countries of responsibility
• Maintain awareness and current status of competitor products
• In some cases, support trials that are being done either by HQ or by country for product registration and work with local research agencies for trials of products for new diseases

Competencies (Skills)

• Have experience and a high level of comfort working with government decision-makers and developing partnerships to promote products and attract government funding
• Comfortable advocating for new technologies with partners and using targeted education to position new technologies
• Able to work well under pressure and in a proactive manner without supervision
• Results-oriented, show self-motivation and ambition for personal and professional achievement; have a competitive drive to get things done
• Have strong communication skills, negotiate effectively and persuasively
• Build relationships and networks, working through and with others
• Plan own work effectively, set priorities and manage resources, focusing on objectives
• Strong team player, open to change and able to adapt to others and situations

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or equivalent
• Additional degree / diploma in Public Health related discipline (an added advantage)
• 5 – 8 years’ experience in sales and key account management in Public Health / pharmaceutical area
• Fluency in written and spoken English, French knowledge is a considerable advantage
• Extensive travel required

To apply kindly follow this link http://bit.ly/12ouW09 and profile yourself before 8th July 2013

Senior Brand Executive

Resolution Insurance Company Ltd is a general insurer offering innovative and responsive insurance solutions. 

We have learned to adapt in this constantly changing society, and develop comprehensive products that are relevant to our clients. 

We currently have over 60,000 members in our fold and have partnered with over 500 medical service providers across East Africa; a strong network of hospitals, clinics and doctors.
 

The Resolution Insurance brand is energetic and trendy. 

In pursuit of our ambitious growth plan, we are looking to fill the below positions in our Marketing Department. 

Senior Brand Executive
 

The purpose of this role is to organise and co-ordinate the marketing activities for Resolution Insurance so as to develop and maintain strong brand products and maximise short and long term sales volumes.

Key Responsibility Areas:

• Sponsorship & Event Management
• Public Relations – Liaising with PR Agency and monitoring tasks
• Above the Line Advertising – Liaising with Advertising Agency (ies) in regards to delivery of material required as per creative briefs submitted
• Media Management
• Media Monitoring
• Coordinate all activities towards Newsletter Publication & distribution
• Coordinate Direct Sales Activations
• Sales Tracking Reporting
• Competitor Profiling
• Supervision of direct reports

Qualifications and Experience:

• University Degree Holder in a Marketing or Business Related Degree
• Excellent knowledge in use of MS office packages essential
• Excellent knowledge of social media applications and effective usage
• HTML and web based knowledge an added advantage
• Three years marketing experience in a similar role

Key Competencies:

• Interest and passion in social media
• Working well under pressure
• Generate passion for the Resolution Insurance brand
• Demonstrate extraordinary dedication to results
• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Creativity
• Results orientation
• Persuasiveness and tenacity to sell ideas
• Relentlessly seek to understand consumers’ needs
• Excellent presentation & communication skills
• Flexibility in working hours

If you believe you are a team player and would be a valuable resource to this ever growing brand, kindly email your:

1. Application letter 
2. Updated CV listing three references 
3. Expected remuneration package
4. Availability should you be offered the position

By COB, Monday 8th July 2013 to hr@resolution.co.ke
 

Ensure that you quote the position in the email subject. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Brand Designer

Resolution Insurance Company Ltd is a general insurer offering innovative and responsive insurance solutions. 

We have learned to adapt in this constantly changing society, and develop comprehensive products that are relevant to our clients. 

We currently have over 60,000 members in our fold and have partnered with over 500 medical service providers across East Africa; a strong network of hospitals, clinics and doctors.
 

The Resolution Insurance brand is energetic and trendy. 

In pursuit of our ambitious growth plan, we are looking to fill the below positions in our Marketing Department. 

Brand Designer
 

The main purpose of the job is to effectively execute elements of the Marketing Strategy in order to enhance the Resolution Insurance brand presence & image in the market that will contribute to company growth by increased sales and delivering on membership reward initiatives.

Key Responsibility Areas:

1. Graphic Design requirements including but not limited to brochures, fliers, posters, banners, newsletters, calendars and e-material.
2. Copywriting for creative content

Qualifications and Experience:

• University Degree Holder in a Marketing or Business Related Degree
• Excellent knowledge in use of MS office packages essential
• HTML and web based knowledge an added advantage
• Competent Graphic Design Knowledge
• Two years design experience

Key Competencies:

• Creativity
• Attention to Detail
• Working well under pressure
• Generate passion for the Resolution Insurance brand
• Demonstrate extraordinary dedication to results
• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Results orientation
• Persuasiveness and tenacity to sell ideas
• Relentlessly seek to understand consumers’ needs
• Excellent presentation & communication skills
• Flexibility in working hours

If you believe you are a team player and would be a valuable resource to this ever growing brand, kindly email your:

1. Application letter 
2. Updated CV listing three references 
3. Expected remuneration package
4. Availability should you be offered the position

By COB, Monday 8th July 2013 to hr@resolution.co.ke
 

Ensure that you quote the position in the email subject. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Driver

We are a medium sized company in the manufacture industry looking for a driver.
 

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have;-

Served in the grade of Chief Driver for a minimum period of three (3) years; 

Passed Occupational Trade Test I for Drivers;
 

A valid driving license free from any current endorsement(s) for class(es) of vehicle(s) the officer is required to drive;
 

Defensive Driving Certificate from the Automobile Association (AA) of Kenya or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
 

Attended a Refresher Course for drivers lasting not less than one (1) week within every three (3) years at Kenya Institute of Highway and Building Technology (KIBHT) or any other recognized Institution;
 

A valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Kenya Police;
 

Attended a First-Aid Certificate course lasting not less than one (1) week from St. John Ambulance or Kenya Institute of Highway and Building Technology (KIBHT) or any other recognized Institution; and
 

Demonstrated outstanding professional competence in work performance and results.

 Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities will involve driving the assigned vehicle;  carrying out routine checks on the vehicle’s cooling, oil, electrical,  tyre pressure and brake systems, etc.; detecting and reporting  malfunctioning of the vehicle systems; ensuring security and safety of  the vehicle on and off the road; overseeing safety of the passengers and/or goods therein; and maintaining cleanliness of the vehicle(s).

Applicants who meet the above qualifications should send a C.V that includes their day time telephone and 3 referees, current and expected salary, all other testimonials to be sent by latest 28th June 2013 to  careers@tropicalheat.co.ke

Safety Officer Job in Kerio Valley

Kenya Fluorspar Company, based in the Kerio Valley, is a progressive and well established private corporate entity involved in Mining.
 

The Company invites applications from qualified persons for the position of:-
 

Safety Officer
 

Duties:

• Interprets and evaluates the Company’s compliance with applicable safety rules.
• Develop, recommend, and implement policy on health/safety protection; develops accident prevention and loss control systems and programs and ensures implementation throughout the Company.
• Reviews safety procedures for new and existing company projects to ensure compliance with fire, health, and safety rules and carries through completion.
• Monitor safety inspection programs, evaluates program maintenance and determines priority of current workplace hazard correction.
• Maintains relationship with DoSHS regulatory agency representatives to remain current on changing standards and interpretations and to serve as contact person for the Company.
• Develops and implements health/safety induction or activities to improve awareness of safety and protection procedures.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of supervisory practices and principles.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of occupational safety.
• Knowledge of OSHA 2007, and the subsidiary legislations governing safety procedures and policies.
• Skill in developing safety policies.
• Skill in investigating and analysing accidents and their causes.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Diploma in Engineering, Biological sciences or related field AND at least three years' experience in safety, fire prevention, environmental health, industrial hygiene or related field, with a valid driving licence.
• OR, any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
• Must be 25 – 35 years of age

All applications with detailed CVs and copies of certificates must reach the undersigned on or before 5th July 2013 through e-mail: hr@kenyafluorspar.co.ke
 

Managing Director

Kenya Fluorspar Company

Private Bag

Eldoret