Brand Manager Careers at Business Partner Consulting - (BPC Africa)

Job Title: Brand Manager

Organisation: Business Partner Consulting - (BPC Africa)

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Closing Date: 11th April 2014

Job Description:

Responsibilities:

• To design and implement brand portfolio strategy
• Brand management
• Product and process innovation
• Achieve personal development targets for self and team
• Assess and recommend on strategic options
• Manage portfolio marketing mix

Job Skills:

• Brand/marketing technical competence,
• Brand Communication,
• Media management,
• Market category strategy development,
• Change management,
• Aptitude for statistics and figures,
• Leadership ability,
• Sound understanding of business principles and processes,
• Strategic thinking skills,
• Problem solving and decision-making skills,
• Project management skills,
• Team player (develop/team/mentor),
• Ability to travel extensively,
• Good understanding of the Kenyan and regional consumers,
• Results driven and performance orientated,
• Industry knowledge
• Professionalism and ethics,
• Leadership,
• Innovative,
• Change Champion,
• Interpersonal & communication skills,
• Analytical skills,
• Organizational skills,
• Business Acumen

Qualifications:

• Bachelors’ Degree in related studies with related professional membership
• Postgraduate qualification will be an advantage.
• Minimum of 5 years Brand Management experience for FMCG
• Financial acumen
• Computer literacy

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should send their detailed CVs indicating current remuneration on or to the following address:

Business Partner Consulting - (BPC Africa)
Email address: talentsearch@bpc.co.ke
Tel: +254 712 316 888

Account Manager at Business Partner Consulting - (BPC Africa)

Job Title: Account Manager

Organisation: Business Partner Consulting - (BPC Africa)

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Closing Date: 11th April 2014

Job Description:

Responsibilities:

• Account Management
• Deliver proactive account management to a portfolio of key national accounts
• Ensure product requests are followed up and completed in timeframes acceptable to the client
• Manage external and internal expectations
• Develop relationships with clients be they agents or direct consumers
• Contribute to strategic planning in the selection of new business partners
• Pass on leads for business to sales executive where appropriate
• Contribute on a regular basis to internal and external marketing communications
• Develop and manage relationships with key salespeople
• Respond to queries from on specific sales initiatives relevant to their market and clients

Job Skills:

• Social Perceptiveness,
• Persuasion,
• Coordination,
• Service Orientation,
• Critical Thinking,
• Monitoring,
• Judgment and Decision Making,
• Time Management,
• Complex Problem Solving,
• Negotiation,
• Operations Analysis,
• Management of Financial Resources,
• Change management,
• Aptitude for statistics and figures,
• Leadership ability,
• Sound understanding of business principles and processes,
• Strategic thinking skills,
• Problem solving and decision-making skills,
• Project management skills,
• Team player (develop/team/mentor),
• Ability to travel extensively,
• Good understanding of the Kenyan and regional consumers,
• Results driven and performance orientated,
• Industry knowledge
• Professionalism and ethics,
• Leadership,
• Innovative,
• Change Champion,
• Interpersonal & communication skills,
• Analytical skills,
• Organizational skills,
• Business Acumen

Qualifications:

• Bachelors’ Degree in related studies with related professional membership
• Postgraduate qualification will be an advantage.
• Minimum of 5 years Sales Management experience for FMCG

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should send their detailed CVs indicating current remuneration on or to the following address:

Business Partner Consulting - (BPC Africa)
Email address: talentsearch@bpc.co.ke
Tel: +254 712 316 888

Financial Controller Job Vacancy at Altima Africa Ltd

Job Title: Financial Controller

Ref: FC_2014

Organisation: Altima Africa Ltd

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Closing Date: 29th April 2014

Job Description:

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance or an equivalent;
• Certification as a Professional Accountant will be an added advantage;
• 3-5 years working experience in an Audit firm with experience in financial services e.g. Financial Planning and Analysis, Financial Reporting, Operations.
• Supporting and Overseeing cost accounting procedures;
• Running automated procurement processes using Navision Software ;
• Ensuring compliance to procedures and set controls;
• Project Analysis, Reconciliation and Billing supervision;
• Risk management system implementation and monitoring.
• Strong financial business acumen;
• Planning & Organizing-Ability to Prioritize;
• Strategic thinking;
• Drive for results;
• Effective leadership;
• Communication & influence.

How to Apply:

If you are qualified and up to the challenge visit www.altimaafrica.com/careers.php and apply online

Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Organisation

Senior Business Development Manager at Altima Africa Ltd

Job Title: Senior Business Development Manager

Ref: SBDM_2014  

Organisation: Altima Africa Ltd

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Closing Date: 29th April 2014

Job Description:

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree and above required;
• 5+ years experience in direct sales or sales management, preferably within technology or start-up industry;
• Commercial experience in distribution or technology solutions;
• Experience in project management methodologies;
• As a team leader and mentor, lead the RTM execution for the new Products and Services through:
• Customer liaison with business leads and strategic partners;
• Lead commercial business division in determining the direction and potential areas of improvement;
• Execute the launch and anchor client engagement for all new products and services;
• Monitoring and reporting on sales/pipeline to the business;
• Research, Pilot & Test Revenue Models plus identify Revenue Gaps for new products and services to the market.
• Competencies
• Exceptional relationship management and business development skills, with experience working with the C-suite and their direct reports;
• Aptitude for partnering with and across teams within large enterprises and SMEs, all I a fast paced entrepreneurial environment;
• Exceptional project management skills to track sales volume, pipeline, performance, and marketing, and execute against strategic plans for each partnership;
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal;
• Strong analytic skills;
• Thrives under pressure.

How to Apply:

If you are qualified and up to the challenge visit www.altimaafrica.com/careers.php and apply online

Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Organisation

Chief Administration Officer Job Vacancy in Kenya at Altima Africa Ltd

Job Title: Chief Administration Officer

Job Ref: CAO_2014

Organisation: Altima Africa Ltd

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Closing Date: 29th April 2014

Job Description:

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree and above required;
• 3+ years experience in office administration or office management.
• Departmental Co-coordination and lead all personnel in Administration Division;
• Planning and Strategy;
• Monitor Performance Based Management;
• Manage administration and provide project management support;
• Oversee Front Office, Drivers and offer HR administration;
• Risk Management
• Competencies
• Ability to lead and develop teams;
• Exceptional planning and organizational skills-Ability to prioritise;
• Possess high integrity and display maturity;
• Effective time management;
• Demonstrate exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

How to Apply

If you are qualified and up to the challenge visit www.altimaafrica.com/careers.php and apply online

Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Organisation

Sales Agronomist Jobs at Summit Recruitment in Kenya

Job Title: Sales Agronomist

Organisation: Summit Recruitment

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Closing Date: 25th April 2014

Job Description:

Duties and Responsibilities:

• To sell agricultural laboratory services
• Provide agronomy advice to flowers / horticulture and broad acre farmers.

Qualifications:

• Must have a bachelor’s degree in agriculture, plant pathology, bio chemicals or relevant industry.
• Must have 2-3 year experience in flowers / horticulture sales / production.
• Must be I.T savvy.
• Must have a valid driving license, for a minimum of  three years.
• Excellent communicator verbal and written.
• Young and energetic
• Good negotiating skills
• Problem-solving/creativity

Monthly gross salary: Ksh.60,000 /= (Approx. 8,200 - 9,400 USD)depending on experience

How to Apply:

Send your up to date CV to:

hr@summitrecruitment-kenya.com
Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court,
Karen road, Karen.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Please indicate in your email which position you are interested in.

Please do not apply if you do not meet the requirements of the job

Business Development Associate Careers at Genesis Consult in Kenya

Job Title: Business Development Associate

Organisation: Genesis Consult

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Closing Date: 17^th April 2014

Job Description:

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Speak intelligently about the company and its products
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within service provision.
• Assists in the development of a strong pipeline of new customers and projects through direct or indirect customer contact and prospecting.
• Cold call new prospects
• Initiate & follow up on business development activities
• Make appointments for relevant personnel
• Update sales database and track appointments made
• Generate new business from existing clients.

Desired Qualifications and Skills:

• Diploma in Sales & Marketing;
• Minimum 1 year of experience;
• Demonstrated experience of prospecting and closing sales in previous / current job;
• Excellent communication skills – both verbal and oral (English);
• Must have excellent communication skills to be able to clearly explain the problems or solutions to clients and stakeholders;
• Must be proficient acting in and leading sales leads, as well as coordinating and communicating customer requirements;
• Strong interpersonal skills and highly presentable with professional demeanor;
• Passionate towards work, self-motivated, takes initiative and responsibility; and
• Ability to consistently package consulting solutions in accordance with market trends.
• At least 1 year as sales executive preferably in selling solutions or consulting services.
• Demonstrated track record in sales preferred.

Compensation: 30% commission on sales plus KES 6,000 as marketing allowance

How to Apply:

Kindly justify your application by stating similar experience at your previous / current job.  Send your CV (in PDF format) titled with your name, to: jobs@genesisconsult.net

The subject line of the application should read, “BD Associate.

Please do not call the recruitment firm or its respective client, doing so will forfeit your application.

Front End Developer Career Opportunity at Dotsavvy in Kenya

Job Title: Front End Developer

Organisation: Dotsavvy

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Closing Date: 18th April 2014

Job Description:

Duties and Responsibilities:

• The Front End Developer is responsible for producing the front-end of websites from designs given to them by the creative department.
• The front-end will have to be developed as a theme for Wordpress.

Minimum Requirements:

• Excellent with WordPress. You must have experience building websites and/or themes from scratch with WordPress.
• PHP / MySQL. Some experience. You should be comfortable using PHP to write simple scripts to store form data and interact with WordPress.
• Excellent with HTML5 / CSS3 / responsive design. Knowledgeable about common cross-browser issues and how to resolve them.
• JavaScript / jQuery. intermediate experience - basic animation/user interaction. (Knowledge of CSS Framework a plus)
• Able build websites from layered files (mostly Photoshop)
• Excellent communication skills
• Knowledgeable about current trends and tools
• Experienced in UI / UX fundamentals and best practices
• Have the ability to run tests (automated or manual) on his / her own work.
• You will be requested to work within the Dotsavvy office from 8.30am to 5pm, weekdays.

The candidate will work with an assigned project manager to help achieve their respective objectives.

This position reports directly to the assigned Project Manager.

The candidate will be requested to prove his / her knowledge and expertise.

How to Apply:

Send all Applications to: jobs@dotsavvyafrica.com

In your application, detail recent projects you have been involved in.

Title your email "Application for Front-End Developer"

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

You can find out more about Dotsavvy from our web site at http://www.dotsavvyafrica.com.

IT Training Coordinator Careers at RCMRD in Kenya

Job Title: IT Training Coordinator

Organisation: Regional Centre for Mapping of Resources for Development (RCMRD)

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Closing Date: 22nd April 2014


Job Description:

Duties:

• Supervising and drawing time-table for all teaching staff in IT Training.
• Developing training curriculum and student guidance materials.
• Handling of all examination issues.
• Preparing adequately for new intake of students at the beginning of each semester.
• Preparing adequate quality training materials, lecture notes, practicals and presentations to support the training programs.
• Coordinating Centre’s outreach, communication and marketing of the IT courses.
• Develop Project Proposals for training Programs for clients.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Msc. in Information Technology (IT), Computer Science or other relevant field and five (5) years practical experience in developing and implementing Information Technology Training Programmes.

Contract duration: One (1) year renewable.


How to Apply:

Interested candidates, who should be Kenyan citizens, should submit their applications, along with a detailed Curriculum Vitae as well as copies of relevant certificates and testimonials to:

Director General,
Regional Centre for Mapping of Resources for
Development,
P.O Box 632, 00618, Ruaraka,
Nairobi

Or through e-mail: jobs@rcmrd.org

GIS Systems Developer Careers at RCMRD in Kenya

Job Title:  GIS Systems Developer

Organisation: Regional Centre for Mapping of Resources for Development (RCMRD)

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Closing Date: 22nd April 2014


Job Description:

Duties:

• Develop and implement geospatial applications to integrate models and model data into the SERVIRAfrica portal.
• Produce system designs and implementation plans for software components and/or applications.
• Research, test, build, and coordinate the conversion and/or integration of new components based on client requirements.
• Test developed applications to ensure required functionality and performance requirements are met.
• Produce user manuals or other methods of user guidance (e.g. online help) and provide technical assistance to application users.
• Design, document, code, and test GIS solutions and GIS applications.
• Participate in knowledge sharing mechanisms, capacity development and knowledge exchange processes at RCMRD and the SERVIR network.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in GIS and computer science or related field.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in Geospatial Analysis and GIS software.
• A geospatial analyst background or similar work experience, computer programming expertise, database management systems and using Structured Query Language is required.
• Proficiency in the use of propriety and open source GIS packages and corresponding developer tools, development and use of scripts multiple data formats is essential.

Contract Duration: One (1) year renewable.


How to Apply:

Interested candidates, who should be Kenyan citizens, should submit their applications, along with a detailed Curriculum Vitae as well as copies of relevant certificates and testimonials to:

Director General,
Regional Centre for Mapping of Resources for
Development,
P.O Box 632, 00618, Ruaraka,
Nairobi

Or through e-mail: jobs@rcmrd.org

Remote Sensing Specialist Job Vacancy at Regional Centre for Mapping of Resources for Development (RCMRD)

Job Title: Remote Sensing Specialist

Organisation: Regional Centre for Mapping of Resources for Development (RCMRD)

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Closing Date: 22nd April 2014


Job Description:

Duties:

• Lead in acquisition of satellite data, image quality analysis, image processing and interpretation, and extraction of thematic information.
• Provide advice on the use of remote sensing applications in different thematic areas.
• Synthesize remotely sensed data and products into a decision system through earth systems modeling and/or comparison with ground observations.
• Make products from remotely sensed datasets, modeling and observations that fit the needs of decision support systems.
• Sustain effective and continued communication and coordination with both internal and external partners.
• Perform remote sensing and photogrammetry training including preparation of training materials.
• Participate in knowledge sharing mechanisms implemented at RCMRD and the SERVIR network in matters of remote sensing and earth observations.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Geomatics, Environmental Sciences, Remote Sensing, or related field. A Master’s degree will be an added advantage.
• At least 4 years of professional and practical experience working on Remote Sensing, image classification projects.
• Good knowledge of remote sensing and practical use of remote sensing and GIS software’s required.
• Experience in earth systems modeling and programming skills to automate GIS and Remote Sensing processes, and project management will be an added advantage.

Contract Duration: One (1) year renewable.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates, who should be Kenyan citizens, should submit their applications, along with a detailed Curriculum Vitae as well as copies of relevant certificates and testimonials to:

Director General,
Regional Centre for Mapping of Resources for
Development,
P.O Box 632, 00618, Ruaraka,
Nairobi

Or through e-mail: jobs@rcmrd.org

Deputy Vice Chancellor Job at Moi University Kenya

Job Title: Deputy Vice Chancellor, Students Affairs

Organisation: Moi University

Location:  Eldoret


Ref: MU/DVC/SA/1/14

Qualifications and experience
• Be a Professor or Associate Professor of a recognized university with an earned Ph.D.in a relevant discipline.
• Have at least 10 years experience in senior management positions such as Dean, Director, Principal of a College or an equivalent.
• Have proven capacity to promote learning and development in a university setting.
• Have experience in students’ affairs, on extracurricular activities and accommodation.
• Have a good understanding of university functions, procedures and have capacity to counsel and motivate academic staff and students.
• Have a good understanding of the national policies and strategies governing university education and training in Kenya.
• Have a broad awareness of the factors and conditions shaping the development of higher education
• Have skills in computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft applications.
• Meet the provisions of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya. (Attach relevant documents)

Duties and Responsibilities
• Planning, organizing and managing work study programmes, sports and games.
• Coordinate catering and accommodation services.
• Ensure efficient running of students’ recreational facilities and security of students.
• Develop and implement programmes such as leadership and training that support students’ educational experience.
• Ensure efficient coordination of activities that support and attract international students.
• Enforce students’ discipline.
• Coordinate student industrial placements, graduate employment and alumni liaisons.
Terms and Conditions

• Successful candidates will be offered competitive remuneration packages in accordance with the existing terms and conditions of service and will be on a five year performance based contract and renewable only once subject to satisfactory performance.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should forward ten (10) copies of applications including updated curriculum vitae giving personal data, academic and professional certificates with contact details, e-mail address, mobile and landline telephone numbers, current post and salary, copies of certificates and testimonials and names of three (3) referees who are knowledgeable about the applicants competence and area of specialization to reach the undersigned not later than Friday, 14th February 2014.

They should also request their referees to submit their references to the same address within the stipulated period.

The advert reference number for the positions applied for should be clearly indicated in the application and on the envelope.

All applications should be addressed to:

The Chairman,
Moi University Council,
P.O Box 3900-30100
Eldoret Kenya

Closing Date: 14th February 2014

Jobs at CABI - Invasive Species Management Scientist

Job Title: Invasive Species Management Scientist

Organisation: CABI

Location:  Nairobi


Duties:
Under the supervision of the Principal Investigators, the successful candidate will
• Undertake ISM activities (research, technical and project support) that contribute towards delivery of project outputs;
• Contribute sound technical and scientific knowledge to design and conduct scientific experiments to maintain high scientific standards;
• Analyse research data and compile scientific results for project reports to meet project deliverables;
• Undertake field work activities in IS research work thereby being able to spend a significant amount of time away from place of residence during field research;
• Undertake professional development that increases personal capacity and advances ability to undertake independent investigations and project activities;
• Demonstrate adaptability and willingness to take on new challenges and tasks for the successful delivery of business goals;
• Provide regular feed-back to principal investigators and line managers during course of work, to ensure research is carried out timely and to a high standard.

He/she will have
• A First degree in Biological Science; an MSc in a biological subject or equivalent experience advantageous;
• Advanced relevant technical scientific experience;
• Experience with undertaking surveys for the presence of IAS and field trials on IAS impacts;
• Taxonomic skills especially with regard to the identification of IAS;
• Ability to undertake field work especially with regard to the determination of IAS impacts and overall Advanced technical scientific knowledge;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Ability to work to high quality and tight deadlines to meet project requirements;
• Flexibility and able to learn quickly new technics and apply to new project activities;
• Ability to listen to and interpret complex scientific instructions;
• Willingness to undertake accompanied and unaccompanied international travel;
• excellent administrative and communication skills;
• Ability to prioritise and manage diverse workloads;
• Use initiative and pay attention to details.
• A good level of project management skills in a cross-cultural environment is essential.
• The individual should be dependable and trustworthy, with high level of confidentiality and ability to cope well with changing environment.

How to Apply
To apply please send a covering letter detailing how you meet the candidate profile and a full CV quoting Job Reference number 11/2014 to recruitment@cabi.org.

Position Type: 2 year renewable appointment.

The position will be based in our CABI office in Nairobi - Kenya.


Closing Date: 4th February 2014

Jobs at Karirana Estates Limited - Sales Representative

Job Title: Sales Representative - Eden Tea

Organisation: Karirana Estates Limited

Location:  Limuru

Qualifications, Skills and Competencies Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Commerce (Marketing), Business Management or related field
• Strong proven track record of Sales & Marketing experience in FMCG
• Knowledge of merchandising and promotion techniques
• Proficiency in computer applications
• Minimum of 3 years experience in both modern and traditional trade
• Unquestionable integrity
• A clean and valid Driving license

How to Apply:

Interested candidates who meet the stated requirements are requested to send their applications accompanied with detailed CV, copies of testimonials/certificates, names and addresses of three (3) professional referees so as to be received by 24th January 2014

All applications should be addressed to:-

General Manager

Karirana Estates Limited

P. O. Box 39-00217,

Limuru

Email address: info@karirana.co.ke

Closing Date: 24th January 2014

Marketing and Communications Associate at Tatua Kenya

 Job Title: Marketing and Communications Associate

Organisation: Tatua Kenya

Location: Nairobi, and Kitui District

Role: Reporting to Tatua’s Marketing Director, this role works with Tatua Kenya and Nyumbani (four programs in and around Nairobi, and in Kitui District) to develop and implement marketing and communication strategies to get the word out about our work, increase our donor communication/response, and increases our online presence.

We are looking for someone with strong English and Kiswahili language/writing skills, ability to manage content, photos and videos, and see the bigger picture of marketing our work.

As the person would be working for two different organizations at the same time, they will need to be adept at communicating and managing their time.

Responsibilities:

• Developing a marketing content and communications strategy for two different community partner organizations in Kenya.
• Implementing the marketing content and communications strategy for the two community organizations.
• Updating and managing photos and videos, stories, and website content through social media.
• Documenting events, photos, videos and different aspects of work identified in the marketing strategy.
• Develop and implement online picture and content management system.
• Writing/posting blogs, news stories and editing staff blogs for posting.

Required Skills:

• Strong English writing skills.
• Time management and strong communication skills.
• Fluent English/Kiswahili.
• Social marketing experience.
• Interest in child poverty and community organizations.
• Ability to inquire and be curious.
• Journalism or reporting experience.
• Ability to multi-task, manage online content.
• Familiar with Google docs, dropbox, and other online content managing software.

How to Apply:

NO phone calls. Please send an email to apply@tatuakenya.org with the title – ‘Communications Position – Your Name’.

Please attach the following;

Resume/CV (no more than 3 pages) with 3 references.

Cover Letter explaining your interest in the job and your salary expectation.

The following writing assignment: Write a two paragraph paper asking donors to give Tatua Kenya 20 dollars a month.

Closing Date: 17^th January 2014

Unclaimed Assets Study Field Coordinator at World Bank Kenya

Job Title: Unclaimed Assets Study Field Coordinator

Organisation: World Bank

Location:  Nairobi

Closing Date: 25^th January 2014

Commitment Period: 6 months initially, extension likely and contingent on project and performance

Contract Type: Consultant

1. Summary: The World Bank’s Gender Innovation Lab seeks a Field Coordinator to work on the development of an impact evaluation with a Kenyan financial institution on financial assets inheritance, and with other Kenya partners on land inheritance.

The Field Coordinator will work with a team of researchers at the World Bank in Washington DC and the partnering institutions on a variety of planning and project development tasks intended to build a viable and mutually agreed upon intervention and implementation plan for the study.

The FC will then carry out the plan in close partnership with the financial institution.

2. Background: Often when Kenyans pass on, their loved ones lose both a family member as well as assets built by that person over his or her lifetime, leaving surviving spouses and children financially vulnerable.

The existing process to claim a deceased person’s financial assets through the Kenyan court system is complex, costly, and slow.

It may be years before spouse or dependents to gain access to lost accounts, and in some instances the cost of claiming the assets may exceed the assets’ value.

And often, the surviving spouse/children don’t even know that the asset exists, and thus never even attempt to claim it.

The Unclaimed Assets study partners with Kenyan private for profit and nonprofit institutions to pilot strategies to

(a) Increase retention or successful claiming of assets by intended beneficiaries following death of owner (and reduced risk that asset will be lost when its owner dies);

(b) Reduce transaction costs associated with transfer/claiming/inheritance of assets; and

(c) Increase sense of financial security, financial security, and economic wellbeing of asset owner’s household, during and after the life of the asset owner.

In particular, the study is looking at testing three different methods, or interventions, towards promoting these objectives:

(1) Working with a financial institution to create a functioning designated beneficiary system for financial accounts;

(2) Working with a financial institution to promote specialized joint accounts, where the secondary owner only has rights to the account upon the primary owner’s death; and

(3) Providing information and legal aid to widows regarding law giving her right to stay in home & have it titled in her name.

3. Scope of work and tasks:

The first months of the Field Coordinator (FC) position will involve planning and project development tasks, which will require the Field Coordinator to draw on his or her creativity, initiative and problem-solving skills constantly.

The Field Coordinator will have primary responsibility for building strong relationships with potential partners and stakeholders, designing viable and appropriate interventions with the study partner, developing and launching an operations plan and providing day to day supervision and management of the fieldwork.

Once the study design has been finalized, the FC will be responsible for making sure that every part of the study is carried out according to plan.

This means that the FC must be organized and stay on top of various moving parts of the field study.

Since the FC will be the only member of the research team who is based in the region where the study is taking place, he/she is expected to provide frequent feedback and observations on progress and potential challenges to the research team.

The FC’s scope of work and tasks will include:

Partnership development and management

Take initiative and care to build strong relationships with study partners at both the management and implementation/ client-facing level.

Meet with representatives of the partnering institutions to develop a viable and appropriate intervention through constant communication with the research team.

Help to develop an operations strategy to implement the intervention and enroll clients according to the mutually agreed upon interventions.

Provide input on the partner’s marketing and messaging strategy for the study interventions, and ensure that both the plan and implementation are in accordance with the study design.

Provide daily coordination between the research team and the Kenyan study partners and their staff, ensuring that preferences are effectively communicated between parties, flagging emerging issues that may be of potential concern to one or both parties, and in general ensuring that effective and productive collaboration is maintained.

Sample recruitment and management

Ensure that enrollment targets are met. In collaboration with the WB research team, help oversee the recruitment of existing and new customers into the study sample and ensure that targets are met on time, troubleshoot enrollment problems and ensure that all is done in accordance with the study design.

Help ensure that the interventions are rolled out only to the clients selected through the research team’s randomization.

Oversee the export of administrative data from the Kenyan study partners’ computer system for use by the research team.

Communicate progress, milestones and potential problems with the Kenyan study partners in a timely manner to maintain strong relationships with both the implementing teams and management.

Oversee and monitor sample enrollment, including planning, logistics, hiring, and training.

Conduct qualitative research to inform research design, when necessary.

Run pilot survey exercises, provide feedback on field operations and survey instruments, and make and monitor improvements.

Day-to-day monitoring and management

Checking in with partners to ensure study activities within partner's responsibility area are being done and providing troubleshooting and supporting assistance as needed.

Checking on status of up to 400,000 respondents in the study sample across the country, even if this task simply involves data retrieval from partners.

Ensuring all sample participants with dormant accounts receive follow-up.

For ones who are not alive, ensure interventions reserved for those post-death happen per the study plan.

Help to create follow-up survey instruments.

Ensure follow-up surveys are carried out per the plan with selected study participants.

Report Writing and Analysis

Keep both the rest of the research team and Kenyan partner institutions routinely updated on activities, concerns, and decisions that need to be made (at least once per week).

Communicate regularly with WB human resources and finance teams on matters including finance and logistics.

Write up reports on findings from qualitative investigations.

Document activities, decisions and protocols in an organized and timely manner.

Write reports with feedback and analysis of how the pilot interventions seem to be working.

Write reports with feedback and analysis of how the survey instruments seem to be working.

Assist in the analysis of the survey data, and the writing of project reports and policy memos.

Resource and Task Management

Ensure activities are carried out on time, and on budget. Keep detailed accounts of all project program activities, including monitoring project expenses, and maintaining records of expenditures.

Provide day to day oversight of any additional local research assistants.

4. Contract Type and Supervision

The initial contract period will be six months, to cover the period pre- Concept Note approval.

However, we anticipate that upon Concept Note approval for this study, we will be able to renew and/or extend the contract, and we prefer a person who can stay on for the duration of the study, which is expected to be approximately 3 years.

The consultant will report to ETC Tricia Gonwa on a daily basis, and to TTL Eliana Carranza.

Requirements

The World Bank is seeking candidates who meet the following requirements:

• Please note that our preference is for the candidate to be Kenyan, or a resident of Kenya.
• Masters (or significant work experience) in statistics, economics, sociology, anthropology, or related field.
• Demonstrated ability to manage collaborations between multiple organizations.
• Strong oral and written communications skills in English, including strong ability to communicate effectively via phone and email with counterparts who are located elsewhere.
• Strong budgeting and financial management skills.
• Strong oral proficiency in Kiswahili and/or additional languages used in Kenya is preferred.
• At least two years of project management experience. Extensive experience supervising, designing and implementing data collection and/or field work activities, and managing teams of field workers, is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Well organized, detail-oriented, able to prioritize, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously with minimal supervision.
• Advanced user of Microsoft office suite (Excel, Word, Power Point), and the Internet.
• Interest in pursuing a career in research, non-profit management, public policy, or financial services outreach is preferred.
• Professional experience working in the banking or microfinance sector is preferred.
• Experience in data management, econometrics, and programming in STATA or SPSS is preferred.

How to Apply: 

Please submit your complete CV and cover letter by email to mhan1@worldbank.org AND courtneyhan@gmail.com using the subject line: WB UA Field Coordinator Firstname Lastname.

All documents should be submitted as attachments, and the file names should include the name of the applicant. 

The documents may be submitted in Word document or PDF format. 

Applicants who are selected for an interview will be contacted by email or phone.

Closing Date: January 25, 2014

Training Programmes Coordinator at CORAT Africa Kenya

Job Title: Training Programmes Coordinator

Organisation: CORAT Africa

Location:  Nairobi

CORAT Africa is a Pan African Christian Organization based in Nairobi.

It is involved in provision of Leadership Development, Management Training, Research and Consultancy services to Churches and Church related organizations in Africa. 

CORAT Africa seeks to recruit a highly motivated and vibrant Training Programmes Coordinator to serve in our Learning and Capacity Development Department (LCD).

The Department provides Residential and In-country training programmes within Africa.

The ideal candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree in Education from a recognized institution with five (5) years working experience. 

Those with Masters degree in Education will have an added advantage.

Applicants are requested to visit our website: www.coratafrica.com for more information including the job purpose, core duties and responsibilities, knowledge and skills required.

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their applications enclosing copies of their academic and professional certificates with detailed C.V. and addresses of three professional referees to the undersigned on or before 27th January 2014. 

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Managing Director

CORAT Africa

P.O. Box 42493- 00100

Nairobi

Email: coratafrica@nbi.ispkenya.com

Closing Date: 27th January 2014

Business Manager at Radio Maisha in Nairobi

Job Title: Business Manager

Organisation: Radio Maisha

Location:  Nairobi

Roles & Responsibilities

• Planning, coordinating and managing a team of Business Executives who are expected
• to deliver agreed sales volumes and revenue
• Motivating the sales team to deliver departmental objectives
• Maintaining good client service and relations
• Developing and implementing sales strategies and campaigns
• Maintaining and fostering business relationships with all clients of the company.

Qualifications & Experience

• Basic University Degree; an MBA ¡s an added advantage
• At least 3 years’ working experience in a sales and marketing environment
• Experience in a leadership and/or people management role
• Excellent interpersonal skills and customer service skills

How to Apply:

If you possess the above qualifications and the drive to meet the challenges, visit our website http://www.standardmedia.co.ke/recruitment to browse through the current openings/vacancies and apply not later than 28 January 2014.

Closing Date: 28 January 2014

Jobs at TechnoServe - Senior Business Advisor

Job Title: Senior Business Advisor (SBA) – Mobile Technology Commercialization 

Organisation: TechnoServe

Location:  Nairobi

Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Project Management

• Deputize the Program Manager on  the launch of country-specific CFA program activities and ensure excellence in execution;
• Enable accurate and timely reporting to all stakeholders and partners as well as meet TechnoServe internal processes
• Monitor program results and achievements and identify lessons learned and areas of improvement for the CFA and future programming.
• Carry out country-specific mobile solution impact analysis including business cases to better understand the impact of the developed and scaled solution to our target clients and beneficiaries
• Maintain project work plan and activity budget on the areas of jurisdiction
• Ensure timeliness and quality of activity implementation
• Actively participate in regular team meetings to track implementation progress and share relevant program and administrative data
• Support the production of narrative and M&E reports by collecting relevant data for monitoring and evaluation purposes
• Ensure excellence in execution of all program activities and events
• In liaison with the Program Manager, represent CFA and TNS at internal and external functions;
• Understand, respect and promote TechnoServe’s values, vision, and strategy in the implementation of assigned duties.

2. Mobile supply chain solutions for rural smallholder farmers

• Support the Program Manager and be the driver in development of business requirements for the mobile solution development and customization, incorporating input from agribusiness partners and farmers and iterating with key stakeholders as necessary
• Participate in solution development and customization technical meeting with developers, Safaricom and Vodafone
• Support the Program Manager in identifying, selecting and engaging agribusiness partners in-country and sign to MOUs
• Establish and manage day-to-day relationships, on matters of solutions development and customization, with Developers and Kenyan agribusiness partners during all phases of the program
• Support the Program Manager and drive all Kenya marketing and customer acquisition activities. In specific drive all mobile supply chain solution commercialization processes and activities.
• Constantly collect data on the set of KPIs and report the team on progress

3. Mobile financial services for rural smallholder farmers

• In liaison with the Program Manager develop and drive CFA financial services intervention strategy
• Support the Program Manager in establish and manage day-to-day relationships with Safaricom and the Kenyan financial institutions during all phases of the program
• In liaison with the Program Manager drive the identification, selection and engagement of the financial institution partner’s in-country and sign to MOUs.
• Provide technical support in the development and commercialization of the DigiFarm solution
• Provide technical support in scaling-up selected Safaricom existing Mobile financial solution
• Support the Program Manager and drive all Kenya marketing and customer acquisition activities. In specific drive all mobile financial services solution commercialization processes and activities.
• Ensure constant monitoring and evaluation of the solution impact.

4. VAS business support for new services to smallholders

• Backstop the Program Manager in managing the day-to-day relationship with @iLabAfrica / @iBizAfrica
• Support the Program Manager in establishing and managing day-to-day relationship with Safaricom, ensuring their involvement in business selection and support of the accelerator as a corporate sponsor due to their key contributing role to ICT incubation success.
• Support the Program Manager and drive activities to create visibility and stimulate applications for the Accelerator in Kenya
• Ensure constant monitoring and evaluation of the VAS impact.

Additional Requirement

• The prospective candidate will be a degree holder in a business related/Information Technology or Agribusiness field
• At least 3 years of experience in marketing mobile technology products (application/software’s etc)  to Agribusinesses will be an added advantage

How to Apply

Qualified and interested applicants should submit a Word-formatted single document consisting of cover letter and resume to ke-recruit@tns.org.

Please identify the position for which you are applying in the subject line.

Closing Date: 23rd January 2014

System Administrator at Kenya Pipeline Enterprise

Job Title: System Administrator Basis (Mobility / Portal / BW) - 1 Post

Organisation: Kenya Pipeline Enterprise

Location:  Nairobi

Key responsibilities

• Ensure confidentiality, integrity, and accessibility of information residing in SAP systems
• Responsible for administration of SAP Security including SOD resolution, ID creation and maintenance, transport creation / release / move, role creation / maintenance, and Organizational levels creation / maintenance
• Administration tasks: installation and upgrade of various SAP instances in the landscape patch administration, day to day monitoring of SAP logs and proactively fix error conditions
• Troubleshoot problems reported by users of the various SAP products
• Lead in definition of and the standardization of all SAP Security and Segregation of Duties related policies, procedures, work flows, and control sets based upon best practices, experience, and business needs
• Liaison between technical and functional teams on SAP security, segregation of duties, roles, etc.
• Ensure compliance to Security Policies, Standards, Procedures and Control systems.
• Assist in the identification, evaluation, and implementation of SAP related security tools, techniques, and mechanisms to meet business needs
• Production support to end-users as required
• Participate in corporate and industry interest groups that focus on SAP Security and Audit
• Captures, tracks, analyzes, and reports security incidents.
• Identify and submit process improvements
• Coordinate with client / technical / functional / business users

Key Competencies

• Knowledge of SOD resolution, user management, Organizational Level creations and maintenance
• Highly developed knowledge of SAP security and authorization procedures
• Very good experience with installation and version upgrades of SAP.
• Very good experience with application of hot packages and kernel updates.
• Experience with SAP security administration and defining SAP client structures.
• Solution manager for Central system administration and monitoring Security administration
• Additional experience with CCMS SAP Security, Netweaver and SAP upgrade experience

Person Profile

• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from a recognized University.
• Minimum three (3) years relevant experience.
• SAP Basis certification is mandatory
• Unix Certification mandatory while certification on IBM AIX is a plus.

How to Apply

Suitably qualified candidates should apply in confidence to the address below by 29th January 2014 enclosing CVs with full details of education background, professional qualifications, relevant experience and attaché copies of certificates.

Applications may also be deposited at our Head Office, Kenpipe Plaza, Ground Floor in the Application Box or posted to:

The Managing Director

Kenya Pipeline Company Limited

P.O. Box 73442, 00200

Nairobi

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification

Closing Date: 29^th January 2014

Information Security Analyst at Kenya Pipeline Enterprise in Nairobi

Job Title: Information Security Analyst - 1 Post

Organisation: Kenya Pipeline Enterprise

Location:  Nairobi

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in the setup and approval of network and application security designs
• Review the development and implementation of organization-wide network security systems – firewalls, intrusion detection, VPN, access controls.
• Assess and recommend appropriate security tools and products
• Assess and advise on appropriate countermeasures to minimize the security risk posed by outsourced providers.
• Perform tracking and reporting of information systems audit issues
• Test and sign off security technologies in new, upgraded and existing systems
• Schedule and conducts regular security reviews of the Company’s compliance against established policies and standards
• Monitor and assess network security issues
• Monitor and assess third-party vulnerabilities
• Provide fast, real-time network intrusion response
• Manage authentication and access methods requirements.
• Manage user policy usage and requirements (such as a password policy).
• Manage external and physical security requirements (such as access to computer rooms).
• Manage secure messaging requirements.
• Provide ongoing technical support and subject matter expertise for security initiatives within the company.
• Verify that proprietary information is disposed of in a secure way and rendered inaccessible.
• Evaluate risks to the enterprise as a result of security assessments
• Participate closely in related areas such as business continuity planning, loss prevention and fraud prevention, and privacy.

Key Competencies

• Strong knowledge of Information and Communication Technology
• Must have practical information security experience in at least three (3) of the following: Unix (Solaris/Linux) / Active Directory, Networks, Firewalls, Intrusion Detection, Application controls, SAP R/3, Security Testing, and information security policy implementation
• Solid knowledge of Information security regulations, standards, and leading practices, information systems risk management practices, including system management and change control practices.
• Aware of the implications of legislated requirements that impact security for the enterprise
• Ability to resolve conflicts between information security and business objectives
• Excellent communication skills with ability to lead both technical and business level Communications

Person Profile

• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from a recognized University.
• Minimum three (3) years relevant experience.
• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Information Systems Security is mandatory.
• Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or related certification a must.

How to Apply

Suitably qualified candidates should apply in confidence to the address below by 29th January 2014 enclosing CVs with full details of education background, professional qualifications, relevant experience and attaché copies of certificates.

Applications may also be deposited at our Head Office, Kenpipe Plaza, Ground Floor in the Application Box or posted to:

The Managing Director

Kenya Pipeline Company Limited

P.O. Box 73442, 00200

Nairobi

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification

Closing Date: 29^th January 2014

Enterprise Application Analyst at Kenya Pipeline Enterprise

Job Title: Enterprise Application Analyst (FICO, AA, HR) - 1 Post

Organisation: Kenya Pipeline Enterprise

Location:  Nairobi

Key Responsibilities

• Analyzing and documenting business processes with a view of continuous improvement.Configure, test, and analyze SAP IMG to implement the Company’s processes.
• Developing and maintaining roles related to specific sap modules and advise SAP Basis administrators on assignment of such roles in conformance to accepted security standards.
• Supporting the daily operational activities including transaction processing, report generation and system security reviews.
• Preparation of comprehensive and thorough system documentation including process mapping, authorization matrix, test conditions, test plans, test data, etc
• Liaising with application engineers and other systems analysts to assist in resolving problems and incidents with SAP applications.
• Assisting in the definition, development, and documentation of software’s business requirements, objectives, deliverables, and specifications in collaboration with internal users and other departments according to system development life cycle standards
• Developing, configuring, testing, and maintaining applications according to specifications consistently
• Designing, running and monitoring software performance on new and existing programs for the purposes of correcting errors, isolating areas for improvement, and general debugging
• Assisting the end user in use of SAP applications by developing user manuals and guidelines and initially training end users to operate new or modified programs
• Ensuring critical procedures are in place in case of system unavailability
• Ensuring that opportunities for new business improvement are taken
• Ensure manual processing of business transaction are eliminated
• End user training (existing and new ones)
• Ensuring configuration of all special reports required by business
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor

Key Competencies

• Completed at least one full cycle implementation
• A detailed understanding of business processes with specialization in FICO, AA, HR modules
• Innovative and dedication to details
• Very Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Demonstrated ability to solve problem and resolve issues outside assigned duties
• Good Knowledge and experience of customizing in SAP R/3.
• Change Management and good communication skills
• Person Profile
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Information Technology from a recognized University plus SAP Certification
• Minimum three (3) years relevant experience.
• SAP Certification in the relevant modules.
• Business Analysis Certification is a plus.
• Certification in other ERP Platforms is an added advantage

How to Apply

Suitably qualified candidates should apply in confidence to the address below by 29th January 2014 enclosing CVs with full details of education background, professional qualifications, relevant experience and attaché copies of certificates.

Applications may also be deposited at our Head Office, Kenpipe Plaza, Ground Floor in the Application Box or posted to:

The Managing Director

Kenya Pipeline Company Limited

P.O. Box 73442, 00200

Nairobi

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification

Closing Date: 29^th January 2014

Jobs at Romageco (Kenya) Ltd - Field Sales Executives

Job Title: Field Sales Executives

Organisation: Romageco (Kenya) Ltd

Location:  Nairobi (Head Office)

Nature of Job:

• Look for new customers to boost overall sales revenue.
• Follow-up with existing customers to get  feedback on service given or any further requirements
• Monitor market trends, purchasing trend and new emerging vehicle models that might be of importance to our business.
• Relate client needs and requirements to appropriate solutions that we deal in.
• Attend to phone calls relating to sales enquiries and give appropriate feedback/advice.
• Offer brochures with business information and explain to client any queries arising.
• Create and send quotations as per customer enquiries as and when required.
• Ensure delivery of goods ordered by clients is done satisfactorily.
• Follow-up on quotations and ensure once invoiced money owed by the customer is settled according to the company policy.

Personal Attributes

 The incumbent must demonstrate the following personal attributes:

• Must be a quick learner to understand the nature of our business.
• Able to handle challenges such as customer complaints and perceptions.
• Must have positive energy and attitude always.
• Be honest, courteous and trustworthy.
• Be respectful but firm when dealing with difficult customers.
• Demonstrate sound work ethics and stay calm under pressure.
• Must have good communication skills.
• Be efficient, well organized and understand business principles.
• Must have proven track record of work ethics and productivity.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience all of which is in Automotive and Motor Vehicle spares industry handling different types of clientele.
• Excellent Computer knowledge for communication and document processing.
• Good record keeping, communication and document tracking.
• A diploma in sales or marketing field with and/or relevant automotive qualification relevant to the job.
• Incident free driving license

• Sales/marketing training in automotive sector will be an added advantage.

How to Apply:

Send your CV and Cover Letter to: jobs@robsmagic.com

Closing Date: 16th January 2014

Quality Controller at Romageco (Kenya) Ltd in Nairobi

Job Title: Quality Controller

Organisation: Romageco (Kenya) Ltd

Location:  Nairobi (Industrial Area Office)

Nature of Job: To oversee mechanical operations at our assembly office and perform regular quality checks and valuations on end products against actual requirement.

To monitor the regular use and service of the industry tools and equipments used in fabrication, welding, powder coating oven and the computer-aided-manufacturing systems (e.g Plasma Cutter and tube bending).

Personal Attributes

The incumbent must demonstrate the following personal attributes:

• Must be a quick learner to understand the nature of our business.
• Able to handle operational challenges.
• Must have positive energy and attitude always.
• Be honest, courteous and trustworthy.
• Be respectful but firm when dealing with workers
• Demonstrate sound work ethics and stay calm under pressure.
• Must have good people and communication skills.
• Be efficient, well organized and understand business principles.
• Must have proven track record of work ethics and productivity.

Minimum Qualifications

• MINIMUM 2 years experience all of which is in quality control and supervision.
• Operational experience in fabrication, welding, powder coating oven and state of the art computer-aided-manufacturing systems (e.g Plasma Cutters, tube bending) for specialized steel/aluminium products.
• A diploma / degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent qualification relevant to the job.
• Additional training and knowledge in quality control will be an added advantage.
• Excellent computer knowledge for communication and document processing.
• Good record keeping as well as monitoring and evaluation.
• Incident free driving license

How to Apply:

Send your CV and Cover Letter to: jobs@robsmagic.com

Closing Date: 16th  January 2014

Sales Executives at International Chain of Hotels in Nairobi

Job Title: Sales Executives

Organisation: International Chain of Hotels

Location:  Nairobi

International chain of hotels are looking for Sales Executives.

The candidates must be young energetic, dynamic, ‘think outside the box’ passionate individuals.

They must have the will to succeed and a go getter attitude.

Experience: At least 2 - 3 years experience in a similar position - hospitality preferred.

Monthly gross salary: Dependent on candidate

How to Apply:

Send your updated CV and cover letter to:

hospitality@summitrecruitment-kenya.com

Summit Recruitment & Training, Blixen Court,

Karen road, Karen

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Please indicate in your email which position you are interested in.

Only candidates stating current salary will be considered.

Please do not apply if you do not meet the requirements of the job

Closing Date: 20th January 2014