Job Title: Stores Assistant
Company: Corporate Staffing Services
Job Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Salary: KShs 20,000 - 25,000
Duties and Responsibilities
• Managing all the goods in the store
• Ensuring adherence to stores procedures
• Clearing the goods from the suppliers and ensuring the stores have enough stock
• Participating in counting of physical inventory
• Maintaining a record of the amount, kind and value of items on hand
• Maintaining control records showing stock on hand; stock on order and stock used during
• previous periods
• Ensure all movement of stocks are correctly recorded
• Undertake daily reconciliation of the records
• Assisting or supervises the ordering of special items
• Assisting in performing inventory of supplies in the store
Knowledge & Qualifications:
• Diploma in Purchasing and Supply/ Stores Management
• A minimum of 2 years working experience
• High levels of integrity and customer service
• Knowledge of computer packages
How to Apply:
If you meet the above requirements send your CV only, to: vacancies@corporatestaffing.co.ke , indicating the title (Solar Key Accounts Executives) on the subject line
We do not charge for interviews.
Please note your current salary on your CV.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Application Deadline: 18th Oct 2013
Monday 14 October 2013
Accounts Executives at Corporate Staffing Services
Job Title: Solar Key Accounts Executives
Company: Corporate Staffing Services
Job Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Sell and market the clients’ products in the region as assigned by the company
• Meet sales targets for assigned region
• Keep excellent customer relations and to implement the company’s sales policies
• Identify clients’ needs and advise them on the most suitable products
• Advise management on market trends and other issues pertinent to the clients’ Kenyan business in relation to the respective regions
Knowledge & Qualifications:
• Degree or Diploma in sales and marketing or related courses
• Over 3 years experience in sales and marketing in the area of sales
• A solid understanding of solar technology will be an added advantage
• Have experience in both account management and business development
• Ease in relating to diverse audiences
• Good verbal and written communication
• The candidate must be proficient in presenting to large groups and decision makers
• Must be proficient in Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• The successful applicant will be someone who is very independent and can drive their own success
How to Apply:
If you meet the above requirements send your CV only, to: vacancies@corporatestaffing.co.ke , indicating the title (Solar Key Accounts Executives) on the subject line
We do not charge for interviews.
Please note your current salary on your CV.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Application Deadline: 18th Oct 2013
Company: Corporate Staffing Services
Job Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Sell and market the clients’ products in the region as assigned by the company
• Meet sales targets for assigned region
• Keep excellent customer relations and to implement the company’s sales policies
• Identify clients’ needs and advise them on the most suitable products
• Advise management on market trends and other issues pertinent to the clients’ Kenyan business in relation to the respective regions
Knowledge & Qualifications:
• Degree or Diploma in sales and marketing or related courses
• Over 3 years experience in sales and marketing in the area of sales
• A solid understanding of solar technology will be an added advantage
• Have experience in both account management and business development
• Ease in relating to diverse audiences
• Good verbal and written communication
• The candidate must be proficient in presenting to large groups and decision makers
• Must be proficient in Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• The successful applicant will be someone who is very independent and can drive their own success
How to Apply:
If you meet the above requirements send your CV only, to: vacancies@corporatestaffing.co.ke , indicating the title (Solar Key Accounts Executives) on the subject line
We do not charge for interviews.
Please note your current salary on your CV.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Application Deadline: 18th Oct 2013
Theatre Nurse Jobs in Kenya
Job Title: Theatre Nurse
Job Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Qualification
• KRCHN/BSc Nursing
• Above 5 year experience
• Theatre Nursing Training
• Diploma in Community Health Nursing from recognized institution
• Valid practice license and registered nurse
How to Apply:
All interested candidates should send their application letter and CV to: jobs@jantakenya.com clearly indicating respective position on the subject line.
DO NOT attach any certificates.
Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted
Thank you for your cooperation.
Application Deadline: 18th Oct 2013
Job Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Qualification
• KRCHN/BSc Nursing
• Above 5 year experience
• Theatre Nursing Training
• Diploma in Community Health Nursing from recognized institution
• Valid practice license and registered nurse
How to Apply:
All interested candidates should send their application letter and CV to: jobs@jantakenya.com clearly indicating respective position on the subject line.
DO NOT attach any certificates.
Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted
Thank you for your cooperation.
Application Deadline: 18th Oct 2013
Doctors Careers in Kenya
Job Title: Doctors (Female)
Job Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Salary: KShs. 160,000 – 180,000
Qualifications:
• Must have successfully completed their internship training.
• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery from recognized institute
How to Apply:
All interested candidates should send their application letter and CV to: jobs@jantakenya.com clearly indicating respective position on the subject line.
DO NOT attach any certificates.
Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted
Thank you for your cooperation.
Application Deadline: 18th Oct 2013
Job Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Salary: KShs. 160,000 – 180,000
Qualifications:
• Must have successfully completed their internship training.
• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery from recognized institute
How to Apply:
All interested candidates should send their application letter and CV to: jobs@jantakenya.com clearly indicating respective position on the subject line.
DO NOT attach any certificates.
Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted
Thank you for your cooperation.
Application Deadline: 18th Oct 2013
Electro Mechanical Engineer at Panda Development Company Limited
Job Title: Electro Mechanical Engineer
Company: Panda Development Company Limited
Job Location: Naivasha, Kenya
Requirements
• Mechanical or Electrical University degree in Engineering/ HND in Relevant Field
• Working knowledge of plans, prints, specifications and schematics associated with trade
• 5 years of construction experience with working knowledge of mechanical, electrical and plumbing, construction procedures and practices
• Computer literate, Strong Knowledge in CAD & Relevant design Software
• Possess excellent communication and organizational skills
MEP Engineer Qualifications and Skills
1. A detailed understanding of the Contract documents (drawings and specifications), phasing plans, MEP systems interrelationships, construction sequencing and project schedule.
2. Specify system components or direct modification of products to ensure conformance with engineering design and performance specifications
3. Engineering tasks (with varying responsibilities dependent upon project magnitude and experience) include, but are not limited to, the Following;
• Design drafting of construction documents using AutoCAD/Relevant Software
• Lighting and power circuitry
• Voltage calculations and conductor sizing
• Short Circuit calculations
• Lighting layouts, fixture specifications, schedules and calculations; lighting control
• Electrical distribution design and single line preparation
• Utility coordination
• Fire Alarm system design and layout
• Low voltage system layouts including data, communications, sound, security
• Preparation of specifications
• Emergency and life safety systems
4. Facilitate problem solving, as may arise, between MEP Subcontractors during construction.
5. Validate design issues related to MEP and suggest alternative solutions.
6. Assist in the receipt and review of MEP submittals.
7. Log and post all MEP changes and as-built information on field drawings.
8. Assist in the scope review, budgeting and justification of MEP change work order.
9. Assist in the installation of MEP work.
10. Direct, monitor and control the activities of MEP Subcontractor.
11. Coordination and administration of MEP related materials, systems and shop drawings submittals.
12. Liaison with Consultant MEP supervisory Engineers, Inspectors and relevant staff.
13. Ensure that MEP Subcontractors provides and adheres to relevant Quality documentation/records.
14. Ensure that MEP Subcontractors adheres to Project safety regulations.
15. Assist in the testing and commissioning of MEP equipment.
How to Apply:
All interested and qualified applicants should send their applications and CV’s stating their current and expected salary
Clearly indicate the position applied for on the subject of the application email. to: info@aberdarehills.com or nduta_ann@aberdarehills.com
Application Deadline: 14th Oct 2013
Company: Panda Development Company Limited
Job Location: Naivasha, Kenya
Requirements
• Mechanical or Electrical University degree in Engineering/ HND in Relevant Field
• Working knowledge of plans, prints, specifications and schematics associated with trade
• 5 years of construction experience with working knowledge of mechanical, electrical and plumbing, construction procedures and practices
• Computer literate, Strong Knowledge in CAD & Relevant design Software
• Possess excellent communication and organizational skills
MEP Engineer Qualifications and Skills
1. A detailed understanding of the Contract documents (drawings and specifications), phasing plans, MEP systems interrelationships, construction sequencing and project schedule.
2. Specify system components or direct modification of products to ensure conformance with engineering design and performance specifications
3. Engineering tasks (with varying responsibilities dependent upon project magnitude and experience) include, but are not limited to, the Following;
• Design drafting of construction documents using AutoCAD/Relevant Software
• Lighting and power circuitry
• Voltage calculations and conductor sizing
• Short Circuit calculations
• Lighting layouts, fixture specifications, schedules and calculations; lighting control
• Electrical distribution design and single line preparation
• Utility coordination
• Fire Alarm system design and layout
• Low voltage system layouts including data, communications, sound, security
• Preparation of specifications
• Emergency and life safety systems
4. Facilitate problem solving, as may arise, between MEP Subcontractors during construction.
5. Validate design issues related to MEP and suggest alternative solutions.
6. Assist in the receipt and review of MEP submittals.
7. Log and post all MEP changes and as-built information on field drawings.
8. Assist in the scope review, budgeting and justification of MEP change work order.
9. Assist in the installation of MEP work.
10. Direct, monitor and control the activities of MEP Subcontractor.
11. Coordination and administration of MEP related materials, systems and shop drawings submittals.
12. Liaison with Consultant MEP supervisory Engineers, Inspectors and relevant staff.
13. Ensure that MEP Subcontractors provides and adheres to relevant Quality documentation/records.
14. Ensure that MEP Subcontractors adheres to Project safety regulations.
15. Assist in the testing and commissioning of MEP equipment.
How to Apply:
All interested and qualified applicants should send their applications and CV’s stating their current and expected salary
Clearly indicate the position applied for on the subject of the application email. to: info@aberdarehills.com or nduta_ann@aberdarehills.com
Application Deadline: 14th Oct 2013
Tourism Administrator / Reservationist at Segera Limited in Kenya
Job Title: Tourism Administrator / Reservationist
Company: Segera Limited
Job Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Duties and Responsibilities:
Administration
• Preparation for morning meeting in-house guest list and schedule
• Printing of in-house guest list every morning to be ready for the morning meeting
• Anything related to reservations, transfers, luggage, etc.
• Ensure daily capture of generated revenue (bar, wellness centre, purchases from the Retreat Shop, excursions where necessary)
• Upkeep of guest history documentation and administration thereof
• Relief and assist Experience Hosts when required
• Update the Guest History Database by processing the guest report from the Experience Hosts
• Prepare the Revenue report on a daily basis accurately and timeously
• Audit for Wellness Centre, F&B Bar revenue, Retreat Shop, transfers, and others regularly
• Assist with the operation of the telephone
• Prepare Guest invoices timeously (to be checked by Tourism Manager)
• Ensure guests are billed for all extras and payment confirmed prior departure
• Process all guest payments within the retreat procedures and hand over to accounts department
• Collect and ensure prompt deliveries of all guests’ faxes and e-mails
• File all documents and correspondence such as In-house guest list, GR planners, daily payment control
• Ensure correct printing so as to avoid paper and ink waste, and assist with paper re-use
• Manage staff off/leave circle transfers in/out retreat in cooperation with Ranch logistics
• Reservation
• Being the link between Wilderness Safaris Central Reservation and Segera Retreat
• Manage all incoming direct bookings including correspondence, management of deposits and relevant local transfer or flight bookings
• Manage all shareholder bookings and local transfer or flight bookings required
• Check and go through all e-mail updates under the Front Office e-mail profile throughout the day
• Go through WISH every day and look for any updates/changes to current and future reservations
• Look at any special requests for upcoming guests and arrange accordingly
• with the Service Manager and Executive Chef
• Update and reconfirm all incoming as well as outgoing flights, and helicopter transfers
• Reservations update with any local inbound agents if something needs to be clarified or changed
• Continuation of updates of all internal communication documents
• Allocate villas by inserting bookings from Wish Report into the Segera room chart
• Communicate via e-mails and telephone to Wilderness Safaris and local partners and ensuring that all e-mails and queries are attended to promptly
Skills/ Experience/Personal Attributes:
• Good communication skills, oral, verbal and written in English
• Analytical
• Have good judgment
• Integrity
• Service orientated
• Attention to detail
• Good planner with organizational skills
• Well presented
• Technical and Professional knowledge proficiency
• Follow up
• Take initiative
• Keyboard skills
• Adaptability
• High work standards and ethics
• Confident
• A team player
• Flexible and solution drive
• Responsible
• Self-driven
• Mature
• Humble - not arrogant / over confident
• Pride in self and assets
• Good memory
Segera is a founder member of the Long Run Destinations.
How to Apply:
Application should be submitted via e mail: hrsegera@segera.com
For more information on the global network of Long Run Destinations and Segera Ltd visit www.thelongrun.com and www.segera.com
Application Deadline: 23rd Oct 2013
Company: Segera Limited
Job Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Duties and Responsibilities:
Administration
• Preparation for morning meeting in-house guest list and schedule
• Printing of in-house guest list every morning to be ready for the morning meeting
• Anything related to reservations, transfers, luggage, etc.
• Ensure daily capture of generated revenue (bar, wellness centre, purchases from the Retreat Shop, excursions where necessary)
• Upkeep of guest history documentation and administration thereof
• Relief and assist Experience Hosts when required
• Update the Guest History Database by processing the guest report from the Experience Hosts
• Prepare the Revenue report on a daily basis accurately and timeously
• Audit for Wellness Centre, F&B Bar revenue, Retreat Shop, transfers, and others regularly
• Assist with the operation of the telephone
• Prepare Guest invoices timeously (to be checked by Tourism Manager)
• Ensure guests are billed for all extras and payment confirmed prior departure
• Process all guest payments within the retreat procedures and hand over to accounts department
• Collect and ensure prompt deliveries of all guests’ faxes and e-mails
• File all documents and correspondence such as In-house guest list, GR planners, daily payment control
• Ensure correct printing so as to avoid paper and ink waste, and assist with paper re-use
• Manage staff off/leave circle transfers in/out retreat in cooperation with Ranch logistics
• Reservation
• Being the link between Wilderness Safaris Central Reservation and Segera Retreat
• Manage all incoming direct bookings including correspondence, management of deposits and relevant local transfer or flight bookings
• Manage all shareholder bookings and local transfer or flight bookings required
• Check and go through all e-mail updates under the Front Office e-mail profile throughout the day
• Go through WISH every day and look for any updates/changes to current and future reservations
• Look at any special requests for upcoming guests and arrange accordingly
• with the Service Manager and Executive Chef
• Update and reconfirm all incoming as well as outgoing flights, and helicopter transfers
• Reservations update with any local inbound agents if something needs to be clarified or changed
• Continuation of updates of all internal communication documents
• Allocate villas by inserting bookings from Wish Report into the Segera room chart
• Communicate via e-mails and telephone to Wilderness Safaris and local partners and ensuring that all e-mails and queries are attended to promptly
Skills/ Experience/Personal Attributes:
• Good communication skills, oral, verbal and written in English
• Analytical
• Have good judgment
• Integrity
• Service orientated
• Attention to detail
• Good planner with organizational skills
• Well presented
• Technical and Professional knowledge proficiency
• Follow up
• Take initiative
• Keyboard skills
• Adaptability
• High work standards and ethics
• Confident
• A team player
• Flexible and solution drive
• Responsible
• Self-driven
• Mature
• Humble - not arrogant / over confident
• Pride in self and assets
• Good memory
Segera is a founder member of the Long Run Destinations.
How to Apply:
Application should be submitted via e mail: hrsegera@segera.com
For more information on the global network of Long Run Destinations and Segera Ltd visit www.thelongrun.com and www.segera.com
Application Deadline: 23rd Oct 2013
Spa Therapists Jobs in Kenya at Segera Limited
Job Title: Spa Therapists (Both Gender)
Company: Segera Limited
Job Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Collecting clean linen
• Ensuring that all wellness centre areas are cleaned and ready for guest use, bathrooms, courtyard, guest gym and Rasul Tower
• Set up of therapy beds and preparations are done for the days treatments
• Candles are replaced and incense trays are cleaned
• Water stocks are checked and replenished
• Complimentary Welcome Ritual - All therapists are required to perform our complimentary introduction treatment on guests during their stay. This is a 30 minute treatment per guest and they will be allocated between the therapists
Guest treatments – Treatments will be performed to your best ability between 9am and 9pm. The therapists need to remain on stand-bye at the spa until 6pm when not performing treatments.
The guest treatments include but are not limited to:
• Deep tissue
• Sports massage
• Lymphatic drainage
• Indian head Massage
• Reflexology
• Swedish massage
• Facial skin care
• General grooming (manicures, pedicures, waxing)
• In Villa treatments are frequently requested and these include:
• Massages - Treatment preparation
• Scrubs
• Oils are to be prepared
• Attending to the herbs
• Full facial, manicure and pedicure set-up
- Holistic facial skin acre treatments with the internationally known product Dr.Hauschka
- Body treatments developed by Africology for Segera Retreat
- Complimentary guest treatments as requested by management – at times the therapist will be asked by management to conduct complimentary guest treatments
- Staff treatments: The spa services are available for staff use with the permission of the Tourism Manager and out of their working hours (preferred rates)
- Team training - To ensure the high standard in the spa is kept all therapist are required to teach and share any new ideas, knowledge and skill with their colleagues. All therapists are required to attend training arranged by the Tourism Manager
Attributes/Attitudes
• Well presented
• English speaking, well-spoken, soft-spoken
• Excellent communication skills
• Empathetic and caring
• Friendly and polite
• Professional and service orientated
• Open minded with a flexible mindset
• Tidy and methodical
• Mature, confident and responsible
• Ability to empower
• Solutions-driven, focused, creative
• Honest and generous
Skills
• Experience in management of customer/guest service
• Recognized Qualification in beauty, face and body therapy
• Deep Tissue and a diversity of therapy techniques
• Exercise and Nutrition training and principles advantageous
• Qualification and/or experience in 5 star service for at least 5 years or more
• Remote resort working experience
• Learning Module
1. Beauty Training
• Objective to provide basic face, body, manicure, pedicure and wax treatments
2. Dr Hauschka and Africology product training
• Objective to provide treatments as per Dr Hauschka treatment manual
• Objective to provide treatments as per Africology treatment manual
• Objective to prescribe products and treatments as lifestyle guides for guests
3. Guest Relations Training
Objective to be able to communicate honestly, politely and informatively with guests and to understand all policies and procedures relating to guest arrivals/departures, activities and experience
Segera is a founder member of the Long Run Destinations.
How to Apply:
Application should be submitted via e mail: hrsegera@segera.com
For more information on the global network of Long Run Destinations and Segera Ltd visit www.thelongrun.com and www.segera.com
Application Deadline: 23rd Oct 2013
Company: Segera Limited
Job Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Collecting clean linen
• Ensuring that all wellness centre areas are cleaned and ready for guest use, bathrooms, courtyard, guest gym and Rasul Tower
• Set up of therapy beds and preparations are done for the days treatments
• Candles are replaced and incense trays are cleaned
• Water stocks are checked and replenished
• Complimentary Welcome Ritual - All therapists are required to perform our complimentary introduction treatment on guests during their stay. This is a 30 minute treatment per guest and they will be allocated between the therapists
Guest treatments – Treatments will be performed to your best ability between 9am and 9pm. The therapists need to remain on stand-bye at the spa until 6pm when not performing treatments.
The guest treatments include but are not limited to:
• Deep tissue
• Sports massage
• Lymphatic drainage
• Indian head Massage
• Reflexology
• Swedish massage
• Facial skin care
• General grooming (manicures, pedicures, waxing)
• In Villa treatments are frequently requested and these include:
• Massages - Treatment preparation
• Scrubs
• Oils are to be prepared
• Attending to the herbs
• Full facial, manicure and pedicure set-up
- Holistic facial skin acre treatments with the internationally known product Dr.Hauschka
- Body treatments developed by Africology for Segera Retreat
- Complimentary guest treatments as requested by management – at times the therapist will be asked by management to conduct complimentary guest treatments
- Staff treatments: The spa services are available for staff use with the permission of the Tourism Manager and out of their working hours (preferred rates)
- Team training - To ensure the high standard in the spa is kept all therapist are required to teach and share any new ideas, knowledge and skill with their colleagues. All therapists are required to attend training arranged by the Tourism Manager
Attributes/Attitudes
• Well presented
• English speaking, well-spoken, soft-spoken
• Excellent communication skills
• Empathetic and caring
• Friendly and polite
• Professional and service orientated
• Open minded with a flexible mindset
• Tidy and methodical
• Mature, confident and responsible
• Ability to empower
• Solutions-driven, focused, creative
• Honest and generous
Skills
• Experience in management of customer/guest service
• Recognized Qualification in beauty, face and body therapy
• Deep Tissue and a diversity of therapy techniques
• Exercise and Nutrition training and principles advantageous
• Qualification and/or experience in 5 star service for at least 5 years or more
• Remote resort working experience
• Learning Module
1. Beauty Training
• Objective to provide basic face, body, manicure, pedicure and wax treatments
2. Dr Hauschka and Africology product training
• Objective to provide treatments as per Dr Hauschka treatment manual
• Objective to provide treatments as per Africology treatment manual
• Objective to prescribe products and treatments as lifestyle guides for guests
3. Guest Relations Training
Objective to be able to communicate honestly, politely and informatively with guests and to understand all policies and procedures relating to guest arrivals/departures, activities and experience
Segera is a founder member of the Long Run Destinations.
How to Apply:
Application should be submitted via e mail: hrsegera@segera.com
For more information on the global network of Long Run Destinations and Segera Ltd visit www.thelongrun.com and www.segera.com
Application Deadline: 23rd Oct 2013
Strategic Sourcing Manager Jobs in Kenya at Honey Care Africa
Job Title: Strategic Sourcing Manager.
Company: Honey Care Africa
Job Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Responsibilities:
• Establish and manage strategic direction (both short and long term) for all sourcing activities.
• Identify savings opportunities from alternate product/supplier sourcing.
• Responsible contract negotiations with suppliers and operations team.
• Make good and timely ‘risk versus reward’ decisions considering both short and long term outcomes.
• Identify areas of risk (supply, pricing, contract, supplier financial & operational capacity qualification, etc.) and implement appropriate mitigation measures.
• Strategize with business leads to identify and prioritize opportunities in sourcing, supplier development, internal improvements, and other strategic areas for operational excellence and cost savings.
• Support finance department in achieving cost efficiencies in all areas of the business.
• Enter bookkeeping records and incorporate new suppliers to financial system as required.
• Perform additional ad hoc decision support analysis as required.
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Business/Supply Chain Management with accounting qualification, preferably CPA-K/ACCA. MBA will be an added advantage.
• At least 3 years post-qualification work experience in strategic sourcing/supply chain management/finance in a medium or large manufacturing/processing company.
• Proficient in computer applications including Excel, Word, Access, and PowerPoint. Experience with Pastel and Quickbooks accounting software will be an added advantage.
• Excellent financial and business analytical skills, with the ability to see beyond the numbers.
• Experience developing and executing strategic plans, Commodity/Market Analyses, Negotiation skills, Project Management and Financial Management.
• Excellent communication skills, as well as strong interpersonal and influencing skills (all levels).
• Ability to initiate and manage change to enhance business bottom-line.
• Strong leadership skills, integrity, work ethic, and dependability.
How to Apply:
All interested candidates should email a detailed CV, and salary requirements to: HRSourcingManager@honeycareafrica.com with the subject line “Strategic Sourcing Manager”.
Kindly note that only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Application Deadline: 31st Oct 2013
Company: Honey Care Africa
Job Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Responsibilities:
• Establish and manage strategic direction (both short and long term) for all sourcing activities.
• Identify savings opportunities from alternate product/supplier sourcing.
• Responsible contract negotiations with suppliers and operations team.
• Make good and timely ‘risk versus reward’ decisions considering both short and long term outcomes.
• Identify areas of risk (supply, pricing, contract, supplier financial & operational capacity qualification, etc.) and implement appropriate mitigation measures.
• Strategize with business leads to identify and prioritize opportunities in sourcing, supplier development, internal improvements, and other strategic areas for operational excellence and cost savings.
• Support finance department in achieving cost efficiencies in all areas of the business.
• Enter bookkeeping records and incorporate new suppliers to financial system as required.
• Perform additional ad hoc decision support analysis as required.
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Business/Supply Chain Management with accounting qualification, preferably CPA-K/ACCA. MBA will be an added advantage.
• At least 3 years post-qualification work experience in strategic sourcing/supply chain management/finance in a medium or large manufacturing/processing company.
• Proficient in computer applications including Excel, Word, Access, and PowerPoint. Experience with Pastel and Quickbooks accounting software will be an added advantage.
• Excellent financial and business analytical skills, with the ability to see beyond the numbers.
• Experience developing and executing strategic plans, Commodity/Market Analyses, Negotiation skills, Project Management and Financial Management.
• Excellent communication skills, as well as strong interpersonal and influencing skills (all levels).
• Ability to initiate and manage change to enhance business bottom-line.
• Strong leadership skills, integrity, work ethic, and dependability.
How to Apply:
All interested candidates should email a detailed CV, and salary requirements to: HRSourcingManager@honeycareafrica.com with the subject line “Strategic Sourcing Manager”.
Kindly note that only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Application Deadline: 31st Oct 2013
Awards Internship Opportunity at Save the Children in Kenya
Job Title: Awards Intern
Company: Save the Children
Job Location: Nairobi , Kenya
Child Safeguarding: Level 3 – the responsibilities of the post may require the post holder to have regular contact with or access to children or young people
Role Purpose:
The Awards team is a part of Save the Children’s Kenya Country Office.
The Awards intern will work closely with the Awards Coordinator and the compliance officer to provide award management support to the country office.
Scope of Role:
Reports to: Awards Coordinator
Dimensions
Save the Children has been operational in Kenya since the 1950s, providing support to children through developmental and humanitarian relief programmes delivered both directly and through local partners.
Current programming focuses on child protection, child rights governance, education, health, HIV/AIDS, livelihoods, nutrition and WASH. Save the Children has an operational presence in Dadaab Refugee Camp, Garissa, Mandera, Meru and Wajir – with plans to expand into Bungoma and Turkana in 2014.
We work through partners in many other parts of the country. Currently, we have a staff complement of approximately 240 staff and an operating budget of approximately US$21 million this year.
Staff directly reporting to this post: None
Key Areas of Accountability:
• Assist in setting up award files for new funding and ensuring that they are regularly updated with all the relevant documents and correspondences.,
• Support the awards coordinator in updating AMS records for existing grants with the relevant documentation
• Support the Awards coordinator in facilitating reviews of, Funds Summaries, agreements and amendments before forwarding them for approval by the CD.
• Regular review of Country Office Pipelines against AMS data ensuring all opportunities are captured in AMS and that any rejections/cancellations are updated.
• Support the awards coordinator and the compliance officer in ensuring that award are properly closed out in AMS.
• Assist the awards coordinator and the compliance officer in organising donor compliance trainings for field offices.
• Support the CO awards team in preparation for Kick off meetings and support in on-going partner monitoring visits.
• Any other relevant duties as may have been assigned by supervisor.
Skills and Behaviours (our Values in Practice)
Accountability:
• Holds self accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling Save the Children values
• Holds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities - giving them the freedom to deliver in the best way they see fit, providing the necessary development to improve performance and applying appropriate consequences when results are not achieved
• Creates a managerial environment to lead, enable and maintain our culture of child safeguarding
Ambition:
• Sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves and their team, takes responsibility for their own personal development and encourages their team to do the same
• Future orientated, thinks strategically and on a global scale
Collaboration:
• Approachable, good listener, easy to talk to; builds and maintains effective relationships with colleagues, Members and external partners and supporters
• Values diversity and different people’s perspectives, able to work cross-culturally.
Creativity:
• Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions
• Cuts away bureaucracy and encourages an entrepreneurial approach
Integrity:
• Honest, encourages openness and transparency, builds trust and confidence
• Displays consistent excellent judgement
Qualifications and Experience:
• Finance / Program Management trained professional who wishes to gain some practical experience
• Degree in project management/ finance, accountancy or similar field
• Excellent computer skills especially in MS Excel spread sheets and MS Word
• Some experience with computerised accounting packages will be desirable.
• High level of integrity and ability to work as part of a professional team
• Excellent communication skills
• Proven ability to handle challenging work load
• Cross-cultural experience, understanding and sensitivity;
• Excellent interpersonal and written and oral communication skills;
• Commitment to Save the Children values.
• This internship programme does not provide any salary or benefits but provides a small monthly stipend.
How to Apply:
Please send us your brief cover letter & CV to: kenya.jobapplications@savethechildren.org
Your email should bear the title APPLICATION FOR AN INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY on the subject line.
Save the Children is committed to the rights and well-being of children and their protection. Accordingly, all successful interns will be subjected to our child protection standards including appropriate background checks, Code of Conduct, and adherence to our Child Safeguarding Policy.
We regret that only short listed applicants will be contacted.
Application Deadline: 29th Oct 2013
Company: Save the Children
Job Location: Nairobi , Kenya
Child Safeguarding: Level 3 – the responsibilities of the post may require the post holder to have regular contact with or access to children or young people
Role Purpose:
The Awards team is a part of Save the Children’s Kenya Country Office.
The Awards intern will work closely with the Awards Coordinator and the compliance officer to provide award management support to the country office.
Scope of Role:
Reports to: Awards Coordinator
Dimensions
Save the Children has been operational in Kenya since the 1950s, providing support to children through developmental and humanitarian relief programmes delivered both directly and through local partners.
Current programming focuses on child protection, child rights governance, education, health, HIV/AIDS, livelihoods, nutrition and WASH. Save the Children has an operational presence in Dadaab Refugee Camp, Garissa, Mandera, Meru and Wajir – with plans to expand into Bungoma and Turkana in 2014.
We work through partners in many other parts of the country. Currently, we have a staff complement of approximately 240 staff and an operating budget of approximately US$21 million this year.
Staff directly reporting to this post: None
Key Areas of Accountability:
• Assist in setting up award files for new funding and ensuring that they are regularly updated with all the relevant documents and correspondences.,
• Support the awards coordinator in updating AMS records for existing grants with the relevant documentation
• Support the Awards coordinator in facilitating reviews of, Funds Summaries, agreements and amendments before forwarding them for approval by the CD.
• Regular review of Country Office Pipelines against AMS data ensuring all opportunities are captured in AMS and that any rejections/cancellations are updated.
• Support the awards coordinator and the compliance officer in ensuring that award are properly closed out in AMS.
• Assist the awards coordinator and the compliance officer in organising donor compliance trainings for field offices.
• Support the CO awards team in preparation for Kick off meetings and support in on-going partner monitoring visits.
• Any other relevant duties as may have been assigned by supervisor.
Skills and Behaviours (our Values in Practice)
Accountability:
• Holds self accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling Save the Children values
• Holds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities - giving them the freedom to deliver in the best way they see fit, providing the necessary development to improve performance and applying appropriate consequences when results are not achieved
• Creates a managerial environment to lead, enable and maintain our culture of child safeguarding
Ambition:
• Sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves and their team, takes responsibility for their own personal development and encourages their team to do the same
• Future orientated, thinks strategically and on a global scale
Collaboration:
• Approachable, good listener, easy to talk to; builds and maintains effective relationships with colleagues, Members and external partners and supporters
• Values diversity and different people’s perspectives, able to work cross-culturally.
Creativity:
• Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions
• Cuts away bureaucracy and encourages an entrepreneurial approach
Integrity:
• Honest, encourages openness and transparency, builds trust and confidence
• Displays consistent excellent judgement
Qualifications and Experience:
• Finance / Program Management trained professional who wishes to gain some practical experience
• Degree in project management/ finance, accountancy or similar field
• Excellent computer skills especially in MS Excel spread sheets and MS Word
• Some experience with computerised accounting packages will be desirable.
• High level of integrity and ability to work as part of a professional team
• Excellent communication skills
• Proven ability to handle challenging work load
• Cross-cultural experience, understanding and sensitivity;
• Excellent interpersonal and written and oral communication skills;
• Commitment to Save the Children values.
• This internship programme does not provide any salary or benefits but provides a small monthly stipend.
How to Apply:
Please send us your brief cover letter & CV to: kenya.jobapplications@savethechildren.org
Your email should bear the title APPLICATION FOR AN INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY on the subject line.
Save the Children is committed to the rights and well-being of children and their protection. Accordingly, all successful interns will be subjected to our child protection standards including appropriate background checks, Code of Conduct, and adherence to our Child Safeguarding Policy.
We regret that only short listed applicants will be contacted.
Application Deadline: 29th Oct 2013
NGO Jobs at Save the Children - Finance and Grants Coordinator
Job Title: Finance and Grants Coordinator
Company: Save the Children
Job Location: Dadaab, Kenya
Child Safeguarding: Level 3 - the responsibilities of the post may require the post holder to have regular contact with or access to children or young people
Role Purpose:
Under the supervision of the Area Programme Manager, the Finance and Grants Coordinator is responsible for managing the finance activities, financial controls, computerised accounting systems and staff in Dadaab, in line with Save the Children’s financial procedures.
S/he will also support grants management, by advising on compliance, chairing monthly awards review meetings, coordinating BVA feedback, and working with budget holders to ensure implementation is on track. The Finance and Grants Coordinator is a senior member of the Dadaab team and sits on the Area SMT.
In this challenging environment, the Dadaab Finance and Grants Coordinator will be responsible not only for compliance with critical SCI policies, ensuring that financial resources of the organization are shepherded in an accountable and transparent manner.
Scope of Role:
Reports to: Area Programme Manager
Dimensions: Save the Children has been operational in Kenya since the 1950s, providing support to children through developmental and humanitarian relief programmes delivered both directly and through local partners.
Current programming focuses on child protection, child rights governance, education, health, HIV/AIDS, livelihoods, nutrition and WASH.
Save the Children has an operational presence in Dadaab Refugee Camp, Garissa, Mandera, Meru and Wajir – with plans to expand into Bungoma and Turkana in 2014. We work through partners in many other parts of the country.
Currently, we have a staff complement of approximately 240 staff and an operating budget of approximately US$21 million this year.
Line Reports: Finance Officer, Finance Assistant, Cashier
Key Areas of Accountability:
General Management
• As a member of the Dadaab SMT, demonstrate the behaviours that are consistent with Save the Children’s Mission, Vision and Values and ensure their broader application by staff across the Dadaab programme;
• As a member of the Dadaab SMT, ensure a conducive and productive work environment;
• Implement the Respectful Workplace & Diversity agenda for staff in the Dadaab Programme;
• Contribute to the wider country programme agenda.
• Carry out the responsibilities of the role in a way which reflects Save the Children’s commitment to safeguarding children, in accordance with our Code of Conduct and Child Safeguarding Policy.
• Finance
• Maintain robust and adequate financial internal control systems and cash management across the field office in line with SCI’s Finance Manual, Awards management and good accounting practices.
• Ensure sufficient cash in the office by producing monthly cash forecasts for Dadaab Office, sending to Nairobi office and following-up to make sure cash is received in time.
• Manage Agresso processes and review all the GLACOS spreadsheets for accuracy and ensuring that data is submitted to Nairobi office on or before the set deadline for processing.
• Verify the accuracy, validity, legitimacy of all payments completeness of financial documents, (purchase requests, work orders, pro forma invoices), proper coding and approval by responsible managers before payments are made while ensuring SAVE THE CHILDREN creditors are paid promptly.
• Provide support to budget holders in reviewing and understanding monthly financial budget monitoring reports and follow up on any recommended changes.
• Liaise with the area manager to schedule and take lead in planning and convening the monthly finance and grants meetings in the field office ensuring minutes are taken and shared with the grants team in Nairobi.
• Induct new staff into SCI financial policies and procedures applicable in the field offices and ensure that changes in policies are communicated to staff at all levels.
• Adhere to the Finance diary including Monthly Management Controls (MMCs) for field offices, ensuring that all deadlines are met and submissions made to Nairobi Office.
• Maintain good working relationships with other stakeholders and support the implementing partners in improving their Finance and Awards Management skills.
• In collaboration with HR, provide information on staff to Nairobi Finance Officer for monthly payroll preparation and when staff are departing from SCI, including but not limited to salary advances, food recovery, etc
• Ensure that audit recommendations are followed up & implemented in good time and field staff fully understand and comply with the standard financial procedures.
• Reporting and Financial Analysis
• On a monthly basis, analyse trends, document the variance commentary and communicate to the budget holders of the country office
• Ad hoc analysis required by the country office budget holders that will help better manage all the revenue streams, e.g. award funds, other private funds and expense trends and details
• Ensure timely preparation and submission of financial reports to donors in compliance with donor guidelines and contractual agreements
• Grants Management
• Support the development of new proposals, in particular, with respect to budget development;
• Develop phased budgets in collaboration with programme managers;
• Manage and update the master budget for Dadaab with the Area Manager, and pro-actively highlight gaps;
• With support from Nairobi, create an accountable system for billing staff across grants which ensures full expenditure of each salary line by the close of grants;
• Provide managers with information on the funding pipeline for each staff position;
• Coordinate and chair awards opening and closing meetings in Dadaab, with programme managers;
• Coordinate the monthly Awards Review Process, including chairing the monthly BVA review meeting in Dadaab;
• Support capacity building of coordinators and managers in grants management;
• Policy & Donor Regulations Compliance
• Assist Dadaab office in day to day compliance and award financial management issues.
• Gather information from Kenya Office Awards Team and/or other units within Finance in resolving an issue related to compliance.
• Work closely with the Awards team in ensuring donor compliance amongst the implementing partners at the field level.
• Staff Management
• Manage finance staff performance in compliance with SCI Kenya Policies;
• Coach, mentor, and support opportunities for continual staff development;
• Support adherence to child safeguarding policy.
Skills and Behaviours (our Values in Practice)
Accountability:
• Holds self accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling Save the Children values
• Holds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities - giving them the freedom to deliver in the best way they see fit, providing the necessary development to improve performance and applying appropriate consequences when results are not achieved
Ambition:
• Sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves (and their team), takes responsibility for their own personal development and encourages others to do the same
• Widely shares their personal vision for Save the Children, engages and motivates others
• Future orientated, thinks strategically
Collaboration:
• Builds and maintains effective relationships, with their team, colleagues, Members and external partners and supporters
• Values diversity, sees it as a source of competitive strength
• Approachable, good listener, easy to talk to
Creativity:
• Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions
• Willing to take disciplined risks
Integrity:
• Honest, encourages openness and transparency
Qualifications and Experience:
• A first degree in Commerce Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or related field. Post-graduate diploma preferred.
• Part II qualified in a recognized professional qualification in Accounting (CPA, ACCA)
• Minimum 5 years similar work experience within a fast paced work environment.
• Excellent communication skills (Verbal and Written)
• Fluency (Verbal and Written) in English is required. Somali language skills a major advantage.
• Excellent presentation and facilitation skills.
• Strong team player, collaborative and capable of building effective relationships across all levels
• Strong results orientation, with the ability to challenge existing mind-sets
• Problem solving and risk mitigating skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Officer products (Word, Excel, Outllook, Powerpoint) and financial software such as Agresso.
• Comply with the requirements of Save the Children’s Safeguarding Policy and other Global Policies.
• A commitment to promoting diversity and equality of opportunity in employment and empathy with SC values and objectives
How to Apply:
Please send a short cover letter and CV to Kenya.jobapplications@savethechildren.org indicating the position title on the subject line.
Application Deadline: 29th Oct 2013
Company: Save the Children
Job Location: Dadaab, Kenya
Child Safeguarding: Level 3 - the responsibilities of the post may require the post holder to have regular contact with or access to children or young people
Role Purpose:
Under the supervision of the Area Programme Manager, the Finance and Grants Coordinator is responsible for managing the finance activities, financial controls, computerised accounting systems and staff in Dadaab, in line with Save the Children’s financial procedures.
S/he will also support grants management, by advising on compliance, chairing monthly awards review meetings, coordinating BVA feedback, and working with budget holders to ensure implementation is on track. The Finance and Grants Coordinator is a senior member of the Dadaab team and sits on the Area SMT.
In this challenging environment, the Dadaab Finance and Grants Coordinator will be responsible not only for compliance with critical SCI policies, ensuring that financial resources of the organization are shepherded in an accountable and transparent manner.
Scope of Role:
Reports to: Area Programme Manager
Dimensions: Save the Children has been operational in Kenya since the 1950s, providing support to children through developmental and humanitarian relief programmes delivered both directly and through local partners.
Current programming focuses on child protection, child rights governance, education, health, HIV/AIDS, livelihoods, nutrition and WASH.
Save the Children has an operational presence in Dadaab Refugee Camp, Garissa, Mandera, Meru and Wajir – with plans to expand into Bungoma and Turkana in 2014. We work through partners in many other parts of the country.
Currently, we have a staff complement of approximately 240 staff and an operating budget of approximately US$21 million this year.
Line Reports: Finance Officer, Finance Assistant, Cashier
Key Areas of Accountability:
General Management
• As a member of the Dadaab SMT, demonstrate the behaviours that are consistent with Save the Children’s Mission, Vision and Values and ensure their broader application by staff across the Dadaab programme;
• As a member of the Dadaab SMT, ensure a conducive and productive work environment;
• Implement the Respectful Workplace & Diversity agenda for staff in the Dadaab Programme;
• Contribute to the wider country programme agenda.
• Carry out the responsibilities of the role in a way which reflects Save the Children’s commitment to safeguarding children, in accordance with our Code of Conduct and Child Safeguarding Policy.
• Finance
• Maintain robust and adequate financial internal control systems and cash management across the field office in line with SCI’s Finance Manual, Awards management and good accounting practices.
• Ensure sufficient cash in the office by producing monthly cash forecasts for Dadaab Office, sending to Nairobi office and following-up to make sure cash is received in time.
• Manage Agresso processes and review all the GLACOS spreadsheets for accuracy and ensuring that data is submitted to Nairobi office on or before the set deadline for processing.
• Verify the accuracy, validity, legitimacy of all payments completeness of financial documents, (purchase requests, work orders, pro forma invoices), proper coding and approval by responsible managers before payments are made while ensuring SAVE THE CHILDREN creditors are paid promptly.
• Provide support to budget holders in reviewing and understanding monthly financial budget monitoring reports and follow up on any recommended changes.
• Liaise with the area manager to schedule and take lead in planning and convening the monthly finance and grants meetings in the field office ensuring minutes are taken and shared with the grants team in Nairobi.
• Induct new staff into SCI financial policies and procedures applicable in the field offices and ensure that changes in policies are communicated to staff at all levels.
• Adhere to the Finance diary including Monthly Management Controls (MMCs) for field offices, ensuring that all deadlines are met and submissions made to Nairobi Office.
• Maintain good working relationships with other stakeholders and support the implementing partners in improving their Finance and Awards Management skills.
• In collaboration with HR, provide information on staff to Nairobi Finance Officer for monthly payroll preparation and when staff are departing from SCI, including but not limited to salary advances, food recovery, etc
• Ensure that audit recommendations are followed up & implemented in good time and field staff fully understand and comply with the standard financial procedures.
• Reporting and Financial Analysis
• On a monthly basis, analyse trends, document the variance commentary and communicate to the budget holders of the country office
• Ad hoc analysis required by the country office budget holders that will help better manage all the revenue streams, e.g. award funds, other private funds and expense trends and details
• Ensure timely preparation and submission of financial reports to donors in compliance with donor guidelines and contractual agreements
• Grants Management
• Support the development of new proposals, in particular, with respect to budget development;
• Develop phased budgets in collaboration with programme managers;
• Manage and update the master budget for Dadaab with the Area Manager, and pro-actively highlight gaps;
• With support from Nairobi, create an accountable system for billing staff across grants which ensures full expenditure of each salary line by the close of grants;
• Provide managers with information on the funding pipeline for each staff position;
• Coordinate and chair awards opening and closing meetings in Dadaab, with programme managers;
• Coordinate the monthly Awards Review Process, including chairing the monthly BVA review meeting in Dadaab;
• Support capacity building of coordinators and managers in grants management;
• Policy & Donor Regulations Compliance
• Assist Dadaab office in day to day compliance and award financial management issues.
• Gather information from Kenya Office Awards Team and/or other units within Finance in resolving an issue related to compliance.
• Work closely with the Awards team in ensuring donor compliance amongst the implementing partners at the field level.
• Staff Management
• Manage finance staff performance in compliance with SCI Kenya Policies;
• Coach, mentor, and support opportunities for continual staff development;
• Support adherence to child safeguarding policy.
Skills and Behaviours (our Values in Practice)
Accountability:
• Holds self accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling Save the Children values
• Holds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities - giving them the freedom to deliver in the best way they see fit, providing the necessary development to improve performance and applying appropriate consequences when results are not achieved
Ambition:
• Sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves (and their team), takes responsibility for their own personal development and encourages others to do the same
• Widely shares their personal vision for Save the Children, engages and motivates others
• Future orientated, thinks strategically
Collaboration:
• Builds and maintains effective relationships, with their team, colleagues, Members and external partners and supporters
• Values diversity, sees it as a source of competitive strength
• Approachable, good listener, easy to talk to
Creativity:
• Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions
• Willing to take disciplined risks
Integrity:
• Honest, encourages openness and transparency
Qualifications and Experience:
• A first degree in Commerce Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or related field. Post-graduate diploma preferred.
• Part II qualified in a recognized professional qualification in Accounting (CPA, ACCA)
• Minimum 5 years similar work experience within a fast paced work environment.
• Excellent communication skills (Verbal and Written)
• Fluency (Verbal and Written) in English is required. Somali language skills a major advantage.
• Excellent presentation and facilitation skills.
• Strong team player, collaborative and capable of building effective relationships across all levels
• Strong results orientation, with the ability to challenge existing mind-sets
• Problem solving and risk mitigating skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Officer products (Word, Excel, Outllook, Powerpoint) and financial software such as Agresso.
• Comply with the requirements of Save the Children’s Safeguarding Policy and other Global Policies.
• A commitment to promoting diversity and equality of opportunity in employment and empathy with SC values and objectives
How to Apply:
Please send a short cover letter and CV to Kenya.jobapplications@savethechildren.org indicating the position title on the subject line.
Application Deadline: 29th Oct 2013
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