General Manager

Are you looking for an employer who promotes individual excellence, supports team work and nurtures a high performance culture?

KCA University is a dynamic private university in Kenya committed to quality service and ethical practices. 

It is also the only university that is uniquely and distinctly affiliated to a professional organization, the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK).

Due to its rapid growth over the years, we are seeking to recruit a competent, dynamic and ambitious professional to fill up the position below.

General Manager, Institute for Capacity Development

Reporting To: Vice Chancellor

Terms Of Employment : Fixed Contract

Job Grade : 8

Closing Date : 12TH July, 2013

Overall Function:

To provide leadership and management to the University’s consultancy and Executive training team and nurture a business like culture.

Responsibilities

• Strategic leadership and direction of Consultancy and Training Services
• Develop and implement mid-term (1 - 3 years), short-term (Monthly, Quarterly) and half year plans.
• Managing and overseeing general Operations of the Division
• Ensure Business Development, particularly effective coverage of market segments, business growth and focus on customer service excellence through the team.
• Ensure procedure and processes for quality assurance for delivery of consultancy and training services
• Identify and manage business risks by developing an appropriate risk mitigation framework.
• Spearheading the business development strategy for brand building, identifying and diversifying product portfolio, increasing market share and revenue growth.
• Prepare departmental Budget
• Coordinating budget preparation for KCA Consulting & Training Services Projects
• Evolve business development strategies for better customer relationship management.
• Proactively exploring and coordinating strategic partnerships and benchmarking initiatives in consultancy and training.
• Preparing divisional performance reports to facilitate decision-making in line with the requirements of the organization.
• Develop, Implement and review divisional policies and procedures for operational efficiency and control.
• Ensuring prudent financial management for operational sustainability.

Key skills & experience

• Strong business management and strategic planning skills
• Entrepreneurial skills with high level of business understanding
• Leadership and influencing skills
• Organizational skills
• People management and Mentorship skills
• Exceptional communication skills
• Excellent negotiation skills
• 10 years relevant experience with at least 4 years at senior management level in consultancy, business development, marketing and training or any other relevant area. Not more than 50 years of age.

Interested candidates should send their applications enclosing copies of certificates, testimonials and a detailed Curriculum Vitae stating achievements, current and expected salary and send to hr@kca.ac.ke not later than 12th July 2013.

Director, Human Resources,
KCA University,
P.O. Box 56808-00200,Nairobi, Kenya

Structural Engineer

Structural Engineer

A dynamic organization in the field of structural steel fabrication and lightweight structure design is looking for a structural engineer.

The ideal candidate should have the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil/structural engineering from a recognized university.
• Not less than 5 years of experience in steel structure design.
• Proficient in computer aided design software
• Ability to carry out site surveys using geo-informatic data acquisition systems (total stations) would be an advantage.

Our organization ¡s on a growth trajectory and ¡s looking for an energetic individual capable of working with minimum supervision.

An attractive renumeration package will be offered to the right individual.

Please e-mail your CV and details of your current payslip to:
hr@recruitmentkenya.com

The deadline for submission is 21 July, 2013

Technicians and Marketing

Technicians and Marketing

A leading industrial machines supplier is looking for Kenya citizens for the following positions.

1. Technicians for packaging & Coding machines -Minimum 2 years experience in similar field.
2. Technicians for Diary machines – Minimum 5 years’ experience in designing, installing and maintaining dairy plants, machines and equipment
3. Weighing scale technicians – 2-5 year’s experience in calibration, repair and maintenance of all types of electronic weighing scales. He / she should be able to design, install, and maintain weigh bridges.
4. Technicians for Food processing machines 2-5 year’s experience in installing and repairing various kinds of food processing, Hotel & Kitchen machines
5. Technicians- Machine tools. To install and repair machines like, lathe machines, milling machines, drilling machines etc
6. Trainee technicians – Fresh diploma holders in electronics engineering.
7. Marketing executives with 2-3 year experience in sales 

Apply with full bio data, testimonials and a recent colour photograph to PO Box: 18565-00500, Enterprise Road - Nairobi

Chief Financial Officer

Ipsos Synovate

Can you deliver a first class service?

A promising and exciting career awaits you to join the winning team...

Ipsos is a world-leading research company operating in more than 80 countries. It has revenues in excess of €1Bn and employs 16,000 staff worldwide. 

Ipsos provides research services and strategic insight to the world’s largest corporations and many public sector organizations.
 

Ipsos is organized in each country of operation across its global business lines and its functions, in a matrix organization that is designed to achieve operational excellence, functional expertise and client satisfaction. 

The global business lines are research services that fall into the categories of marketing, advertising, loyalty, media, communications and technology and public affairs.
 

In Kenya, Ipsos is especially active in the media, communications and technology, public affairs and marketing research areas.

Chief Financial Officer - Ipsos Synovate Kenya

The Role

The CFO is the financial steward of Ipsos’ business in Kenya

• The CFO will be responsible for leading all financial aspects of the business including controlling, accounting, cash, cost optimization, budgeting, forecasting and reporting, and the profitable growth and improvement of the business.
• The CFO will be required to lead the development and implementation of financial planning and budgeting in support of the company’s strategic goals and budgets. He/she will ensure that the company’s financial statements are accurate and timely, and in compliance with Ipsos Group policies. He/she will be responsible for accounting, controlling, financial planning and business analysis, treasury matters, maintaining good relationships with banking institutions, the company’s auditors, the required tax authorities, and other members of the financial community within the Group.
• A specific short term objective is to entrench the use of our financial control and accounting system, known internally as Symphony. This is a major reengineering task that will require a proactive, flexible and assertive approach, a strong character, and an ability to work across the entire business both in Kenya and in the wider Ipsos group.
• The CFO will report jointly to the CFO, Pan Africa and to the Managing Director of the Ipsos Kenya business.
• This is not a maintenance role. It is a challenging role in a company with aggressive growth targets. The successful candidate will be able to “hit the ground running”, and will be a strong team-player. Success will lead to further opportunities within the Ipsos Group.

Required Knowledge and qualifications

• Relevant University Degree
• Relevant Accounting qualification
• A track record of high achievement in a complex, matrix international environment
• At least 6 years relevant management experience
• Resilient and tough with a strong character. Able to act on own initiative within set guidelines
• Strong communicator and team player
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to lead, motivate & develop people
• Negotiation skills & the ability to influence at all levels
• Well developed analytical skills
• Adaptability and flexibility in service delivery

References will be sought and the preferred candidate will undertake further interviews at Group level including with the Group CFO.
 

If you are this person, then you are right for us and we are right for you!
 

This is a challenging opportunity for a dedicated and highly motivated professional, with a strong commitment to Ipsos Synovate’s values.

If you believe you are the candidate we are looking for, please submit your application and CV in detailing your experience for the post and include daytime telephone contacts to careers-ke@ipsos.com.
 

Applications will not be considered if covering letter is not attached. Include “Chief Financial Officer, Ipsos Synovate Kenya” in the cover letter and email subject header.
 

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. 

Deadline for application: Friday, 12th Juy 2013, 5pm

For more information on Ipsos-Synovate please visit:www.ipsos.com

General Manager

Jitegemee Trust Limited 

General Manager

We have been a leading wholesale microfinance institution that provides equitable financial and non-financial services to micro finance institutions, Saccos and financial intermediaries that offer financial services to individuals engaged in micro enterprises.  

Since 1998, we have been proudly providing support to large, medium and small MFIs as well as urban and rural based Saccos that offer financial services to low-income individuals. Over the years we have worked in association with the Government of Netherlands, Government of Kenya, Swiss Contact, Financial Sector Deepening/Department for International Development (DFID), to mention but a few.

We have recently reviewed our strategic framework to focus on Sustainable funding, Capacity building, Investments and Research & Development, and are now looking for a motivated General Manager to take this forward. 

Visit www.jitegemeetrust.co.ke for more information.

Reporting to the Board of Trustees you will be expected to: develop a strategic plan against this new framework and be responsible for its effective implementation; provide leadership to the organization; increase and effectively manage the grant-funding from varied sources (institutional, corporate etc.) to deliver the Strategic Plan; and initiate, develop and maintain a range of working relationships with stakeholders, including development partners, donors and implementing partners.

Key responsibilities

• Development of a strategic plan that is in line with the new strategic framework for the BoD approval;
• Development, and regular review, of a local and international fund-raising strategy and implementation plan in line with the new strategy. This will entail the development of concept papers and quality proposals, targeted at both out-country and in-country donors including corporate, traditional and non-traditional external donors;
• Diversification of grants income as per targets agreed in the Strategic Plan; including planning, implementation and evaluation of the company’s investments;
• Effective management of relationships with the various donors and development partners;
• Effective management of grants including the review of grants systems and provision of  quality and timely reports to the various stakeholders; and
• Overall management of the organization to ensure the effectively delivery of its mandate, including a workable organization structure, appropriate staffing, adequate operating systems as well as effective people and performance management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, or other related discipline; a Master’s degree in Business Administration is a significant advantage
• Over 10 years experience, at least 5 years at a senior level, in a large development organization, preferably with a micro-finance and/or micro-enterprise programme
• Proven experience in fundraising, strategic planning and marketing; this includes proposals development for different donor in line with their requirements
• Demonstrated experience in programme design, development, in particular, programme improvement, Networking, M&E and report writing.
• Solid grant management experience, including ability to identify challenges and work with teams to propose possible solutions
• A good understanding of capacity building; proven experience is preferable and in particular facilitating and influencing experience
• A commitment to and understanding of participatory approaches to development with strong negotiation, networking and relationship development skills
• Planning skills and ability to meet strict deadlines
• Proven leadership and people management ability including strong team building and motivational skills

How to apply: 
 

Interested individuals should send their applications to the address below. 

Your application should include a covering letter that demonstrates why you are the best candidate for this position, an up-to-date CV, and the names and addresses of three professional referees. 

Your email and Skype address as well as day-time telephone number should also be included.

Closing Date: Friday 19th July 2013

Adept Systems
Management Consultants
P O Box 6416, 

Nairobi, GPO 00100
 

Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke

Only short listed candidates will be contacted. 

Please note that we do not charge fees for receiving or processing job applications. 

Underwriting Assistant

Job Title: Life Business – Underwriting Assistant 

Reporting to:  Manager – Life Business.

Job Summary: To provide technical support and enhance Super Service Delivery by effecting insurance covers and producing quality, timely, relevant and accurate insurance documents to all our internal and external customers.

Underwriting Assistant - Duties and Responsibilities

• Review all applications for insurance – determine the profiles of risks presented to the company for insurance and assess their acceptability or otherwise.
• Review all reports from various service providers relating to proposals for insurance.
• Review proposals for insurance and adjust benefits where necessary by reviewing previous files, worksheets, etc.
• Ensure all related activities to underwriting are properly coordinated and enforced
• Preparation of policy documents
• Participate in sales initiatives.
• Ensure timely preparation and dispatch of policy documents.
• Liaising with intermediaries for business support.
• Processing of credits and refunds.
• Receiving and attending to enquiries from direct clients, brokers and agents

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Computer skills.
• Good communication Skills.
• Ability to make decisions and solve problems.
• Insurance knowledge in underwriting procedures.

Credentials and Experience

• University degree or an equivalent from a recognized institution.
• 4 years experience in a busy life claims department.
• Insurance Professional qualification (ACII, AIIK).

If you meet the above minimum requirements, send your c.v to henry@gakenya.com indicate the position applied for on the email subject line so as to be received on or before 12th July, 2013. 

Only short listed candidates shall be contacted.

Accounts Assistant at Laboratory and Allied Limited

Accounts Assistant

Laboratory and Allied a fast growing pharmaceutical and medical company dealing in the production of both Human and Veterinary products is currently looking for the most competent and suitable personnel to fill the vacancy positions of an Accounts Assistant

Desired Qualification

• CPA Holder
• Must have done Sage from stage 1 to 6  preferably from ICDL
• At least 2 years working experience using Sage Software

Kindly send your CV’s, copy of the Identification Card and other testimonials through email to hr@laballied.com clearly indicating the position in the subject line.

Only successful applicants will be shortlisted and an interview will be conducted.

Human Resource Intern at Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC)

Human Resource Intern

Overall Purpose of the Job

To assist and support the human resource department, in the administration of day to day activities.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist with new hire and benefits orientations
• Ensure all new hires are put onto the various benefit schemes
• Assist with shortlisting and recruitment & preparation of interview packs
• Assist in scheduling of interviews
• Assist in leave management using the HRMIS system
• To file and maintain personnel records
• Assist in minute taking
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned
• Qualifications & Experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or Business related degree.
• A higher diploma in Human Resource Management will be an added advantage
• At least one years’ experience
• Should be proficient in Microsoft Office skills
• Excellent oral and written communications skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

How to Apply

If you believe you fit the profile, submit your application and CV detailing your suitability for the post and include a daytime telephone contact and three referees to vacancies@khrc.or.ke 

The closing date for this position is on 15th July 2013.

Disclaimer:

KHRC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organization and will recruit the most qualified person irrespective of race, marital status, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation or nationality.

Canvassing will automatically lead to disqualification. Only successful candidates will be contacted

Programme Associate at KHRC

Programme Associate – Resource Centre

Overall Purpose of the Job

To assist and support the resource center in the processing of information resources (cataloging and classification) to complete the automation process currently ongoing.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure the establishment of an automated charging and discharging system;
• Computerized classification and cataloguing system;
• Updating the automated system with new information as soon as information is acquired;
• Proper maintenance of the automated system;
• Establish a database of all KHRC final publications within the resource center webpage;
• Update the database of publications as they are produced;
• Proper maintenance of the database;
• Participate in all strategic exhibitions for KHRC;
• Stock taking and weeding of information materials.
• Qualifications & Experience
• Diploma in Library and Information Science
• Strong understanding and experience in information management work
• Proven track record of cataloguing and classification
• Knowledge of institutional repositories and e-resource management
• Ability to use an integrated library system/software
• Basic knowledge of computers (MS Office Suite)

How to Apply

If you believe you fit the profile, submit your application and CV detailing your suitability for the post and include a daytime telephone contact and three referees to vacancies@khrc.or.ke
The closing date for this position is on 22nd July 2013.

Disclaimer:
KHRC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organization and will recruit the most qualified person irrespective of race, marital status, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation or nationality.
Canvassing will automatically lead to disqualification. Only successful candidates will be contacted

Lecturers at Nairobi Institute of Business Studies (NIBS)

Job Description

Our client is a college of academic excellence in the scientific and technological formation and aims to promote the full and holistic development of the individual.

Our client aims at fostering international standards of excellence in teaching, learning and research.

Applications are invited to fill the following positions:

Academic Positions:

School of Business and Management-Economics and Maths or statistics

School of computer science-ICDL

Lecturer

• Applicants must be holders of a degree from a recognized University.
• He/She should have at least two (2) years of college teaching or demonstrate comparable professional experience.
• Demonstrate classroom skills as evidenced by student evaluation and peer reviews.
• Demonstrate ability to supervise students.

Application

Interested applicants should submit two copies of application letters together with copies of CV, certificates and testimonials to the address given below, the names and addresses of three (3) referees one of whom should be your present or previous employer via email to hr@nibs.ac.ke