Direct Sales Staff - (Commercial Bank)-Jobs in Kenya

The Employer

A rapidly expanding local commercial bank with a countrywide network is looking to maintain and enhance its leadership position in the industry through the recruitment of Direct Sales Staff.

The Candidates

Fresh, young and energetic individuals who have a passion and flair for sales as well as being self-driven and results-oriented.

The ideal candidates should also be willing to work in any of our branches spread all over the country, for six days in a week and possess the ability to meet and exceed stretched targets.

Main Duty:

To aggressively sell and market the bank’s products on a commission basis.

Requirements:

• Minimum of KCSE C+ (Plus) overall grade, with a C+ (Plus) in Mathematics and English
• Degree/Diploma/Certificate in a Business-related field will be an added advantage
• Computer Literate
• Excellent communication skills both oral and written
• Previous sales experience in a financial institution will be an added advantage
• Age: 28 yrs and below

If you meet all these requirements and wish to join our highly-skilled and award-winning team, please send your application accompanied by copies of certificates, detailed curriculum vitae, testimonials and a daytime telephone contact through the voucher number shown below by 11th November 2011.

DNA/1139
P.O. Box 49010-00100
Nairobi

We are an equal opportunity employer.

NB: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Agency Managers-(Madison Insurance)- Jobs in Kenya

As part of our expansion plans, we intend to recruit a team of competent, self driven and highly motivated Agency Managers who will be stationed in our new Agency offices country wide.

Reporting to the Regional Agency Manager, the primary responsibility will be to offer leadership in the Agency in order to ensure that corporate marketing strategies are implemented in a profitable manner and to ensure that there is adequate capacity to drive the sales and marketing activities of the Agency.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the implementation of marketing strategies aimed at achieving the projected productivity and market share.
• Ensure the Agency has adequate capacity through recruitment, selection, motivation supervision, training, development and management of the Unit Managers and Agents
• To achieve production, persistency, sales force growth, and expense objectives for the Agency office.
• Establish training and development guidelines for Agents and Units Managers in accordance with established business plans.
• Responsible for ensuring maximum utilization and accountability of all available company resources in all areas of management, administration and development of the Agency.

Education, Training and Experience

• The ideal candidate should have a business degree from a recognized university.
• An MBA in marketing will be an added advantage.
• He/she should be proficient in use of MS office, have at least seven (7) years experience in Sales and Marketing management three (3) of which should be at management level preferably in FMCG or Financial Services Sector, with a proven track record of performance in achieving sales budgets.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

We are looking for candidates who demonstrate exemplary team-leadership, excellent written and verbal communication skills, organization and planning skills and ability to make decisions within the required time frame. 

He/she must be innovative, a team player and a person of high integrity.

A competitive package commensurate to the candidate’s skills and qualifications will be offered.

Interested candidates are requested to submit their applications with comprehensive Curriculum Vitae on or before 4th November 2011 to: hr@madison.co.ke

Administrator, Humanitarian Relief & Church Development - (Methodist Church)-jobs in Kenya

The Methodist Church in Kenya, Conference Office is seeking for an Administrator, Humanitarian Relief & ChurchDevelopment who is expected to take up office with effect from 2nd January 2012.

He/she should posses the following qualifications:

• A Masters Degree in any discipline relating to Community Development.
• Minimum aggregate C+ in KCSE.
• Minimum of 5 years in a similar position in a non-profit organization. Humanitarian Relief experience will be an added advantage.
• Experience in writing concept/grant proposals, developing project budgets and report writing.
• Ability to undertake research, development projects and meet deadlines.
• Strong editing skill, attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Knowledge of basic fundraising techniques and strategies.
• Core computer skills in word processing, database management, spreadsheets and electronic communication (e-mail, Skype, e-newsletters etc).
• Diplomacy, tact and administrative skills in order to work with people at managerial and, on occasion, senior government levels.
• Well developed interpersonal and team skills.
• Willingness to travel at short notice, and often in difficult circumstances.

Responsibilities

• Assist local church leaders, Synod Bishops and MCK Conference office Staff in preparation of grant proposals for development projects.
• Fundraising for MCK development projects from national and international partners, friends and other donors.
• Provide regular reports to donors on the progress of supported projects and use of donated funds.
• Be an educator on matters of rural and urban development by holding seminars, workshops and training courses at all levels of the Church.
• Serve as “in country” contact person for congregations, volunteer teams, and individuals who seek information regarding development project.
• Maintain a database of donors, mission partners and other contacts.
• Assist visiting volunteer teams with itinerary preparation and local logistical support.
• Make visits to development projects to lend support and receive information and updates as required.
• Oversee the work of all MCK Conference Office Coordinators and provide regular reports on Coordinators’ activities to the MCK Presiding Bishop.
• Any other duties that may be assigned.

All applications should be mailed to the contact provided below not later than Monday, 14th November 2011.

The Presiding Bishop
Methodist Church in Kenya
Conference Office
Methodist Ministries Centre
Oloitoktok Road, Lavington Green
P.O. Box 47633 – 00100, 
Nairobi, Kenya

Country Manager-(Aga Khan Foundation )- (Tanzania) Job Vacancy

The Aga Khan Foundation is a private non-denominational development agency promoting creative and effective solutions to problems that impede social development.

AKF East Africa has innovative and expanding programmes in education, health, rural development and civil society enhancement.

A Multi-Input Area Development (MIAD) programme is being developed as a new and exciting approach that integrates interventions across social, economic and cultural investments.

The MIAD is being piloted in Southern Tanzania to improve the quality of life of rural populations through sustainable interventions to promote income generation, food security and increased access to quality health, education and financial services.

Overall Objective:

The Country Manager will be based in Dar es Salaam and report to the AKF EA Regional Chief Executive Officer.

S/he will be responsible for providing overall leadership and management of the exciting programme portfolio, resource mobilisation, strategic partnerships and effective implementation in Tanzania.

S/he will also oversee country based operations staff including finance, administration, IT and properties.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure that the programme portfolio is effectively implemented, monitored and evaluated through strong leadership and coordination across all programmes and sectors.
• Ensure efficient grants management, contracts compliance and high quality impact of all programmes.
• Work with AKF EA Regional Leadership to develop goals, strategies and plans for strategic development of programmes across all sectors.
• Coordinate with AKDN agencies on the development and implementation of the MIAD in Southern Tanzania and other programmes in Tanzania.
• Form strong relationships with existing and potential donors to secure adequate resources.
• Engage proactively with government and stakeholders to credibly represent the Aga Khan Foundation and its sister agencies as required.

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements:

To achieve success in this challenging role the ideal candidate will have the following skills and experience:

• Over 10 years’ experience in International Development, Tanzanian experience is an added advantage.
• Direct technical experience in establishing an effective multi-sectoral area based programme with social, cultural and economic interventions.
• Knowledge of the context in Tanzania including government systems, legal and fiscal policies.
• Ability to work with a network of stakeholders, building strong relationships to leverage partnerships and resources.
• Strong analytical skills to plan and drive programme results that achieve strategic objectives
• Excellent communication, inter-personal skills and leadership skills to inspire a diverse team to deliver their best.

Interested and qualified applicants are requested to submit their applications with CVs, including three references, and a covering letter explaining why they are best suited for this senior position by 15th November, 2011 to the 

Regional Human Resources Manager, 
Aga Khan Foundation East Africa 
by email to recruitment-akfea@akdn.org

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted

The Aga Khan Foundation is an Agency of the Aga Khan Development Network

Senior Quantity Surveyor-(National Housing Corporation )- Job in Kenya

National Housing Corporation (NHC) is a statutory body constituted under the Housing Act Cap 117 Laws of Kenya.

The Corporation invites applications from suitably qualified Kenyan citizens to fill the following position.

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Ref: NHC/SQS/10/2011

Reporting to the Chief Quantity Surveyor the Senior Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for the following:

• Preparation of Bills of Quantities and tender documents.
• Conducting project feasibility studies and preparation of feasibility reports.
• Assessment of tenders and preparation of tender reports.
• Planning, analysis as well as preparation of final accounts.
• Preparation of cost estimates for construction projects as well as cost administration of such projects.
• Supervision of construction works and advising the Chief Quantity Surveyor on matters of construction contracts and participation in project site meetings.

Job Requirements.

• Possess a Bachelors of Arts degree in Quantity Surveying or Building Economics from a recognized University
• Have nine (9) years post graduate experience in Quantity Survey work in a busy environment.
• Be registered by the Board of Registration of Architects and Quantity Surveyors for at least six (6) years.
• Be computer literate in the use of Quantity Surveying software, preferably Win- Qs.
• Be a team player

This position is on Permanent and Pensionable terms and the successful candidates will be subject to performance contracting. 

Interested candidates who meet the above criteria should send their applications in confidence together with copies of detailed and up to date CV, certificates and testimonials indicating current and expected remuneration, and names of three referees to the following address: -

The Managing Director
National Housing Corporation
P. O. Box 30257 00100
Nairobi

Important: Applications should be in a sealed envelope clearly marked “Application for the Position of Senior Quantity Surveyor” in bold print and the Reference No. NHC/SQS/10/2011 quoted on the envelope.

“National Housing Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and persons with disability are encouraged to apply”

Monitoring & Evaluation Assistant-(Chemonics / Kenya Pharma)- Job in Nairobi Kenya

Chemonics / Kenya Pharma is a USAID funded project whose primary objective is to establish and operate a reliable and sustainable pharmaceutical supply chain management system including forecasting, procurement, warehousing and distribution of quality assured HIV/AIDS related commodities.

Chemonics / Kenya Pharma has the following vacancy:

Position Title: M & E Assistant

Reports to: M & E Specialist

Location: Nairobi

Position Description:

The M&E Assistant will work under the M&E Specialist to undertake tasks related to monitoring and evaluation of the project.

S/he will assist in ensuring accurate and comprehensive data collection and analysis of results for the project indicators, against the agreed targets and methods for collecting information on project activities

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist to collect both qualitative and quantitative data for indicators to track implementation
• Assist technical managers with data entry for M&E
• Undertake visits to the field to support implementation of M&E
• Assist to identify, document and disseminate lessons learned.
• Assist the M&E specialist in guiding technical staff to prepare their progress reports in accordance with approved reporting formats and ensure their timely submission.
• Assist in preparing consolidated project progress reports

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in biological sciences with strong computer skills and understanding of statistical analysis software such as Excel and SPSS
• Two years experience with performance monitoring, preferably on a USAID program;
• Knowledge/experience in health commodities supply chain management preferred

Send your CV and cover letter with three professional referees to recruit@kenyapharma.org not later than 9th November, 2011.

Please include position title in the subject line of the email.

Quality Assurance Manager Job opportunity in Kenya

We are a highly specialized industrial concern in the core business of manufacture of Metal Crowns and Plastic Closures for blue chip customers. We are located at industrial area, Nairobi.

We are interested in recruiting a highly qualified Quality Assurance Manager (QAM) to effectively maintain quality standards and ensure food safety for all company products as well as implement new guidelines from our major customers.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Bachelors/Masters Degree in Science - Chemistry, Bio-Chemistry and related discipline.

Experience:

• A minimum of five (5) years of active work in a busy manufacturing environment.

Computer Skills:

• The right candidate must be thoroughly conversant with all computer applications.

Managerial Competencies:

• Coordination and implementation of Quality Management System (QMS) relating to food safety and product compliance.
• Maintenance of an effective Quality Assurance System such as internal audit, gap assessment, verification, traceability exercise etc.
• Train and develop staff on Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and competitive quality.
• Train staff on various production systems per customer requirements.
• Coordinate Factory Laboratory activities.
• Develop and keep in place good communication and follow up of quality performance indicators.
• Plan and advise management on any quality issue relating to the products from the factory.
• Institute quality control schedules for packaging and raw materials, in process, finished products as well as environment.
• Review all quality monitoring schemes for production and engineering departments in order to achieve set target standards.
• Plan and organize with other department the introduction and maintenance of proper and acceptable sanitary and house-keeping schedules for the entire factory and for specific production areas per hygiene standards for different products.
• Make sound decisions on matters affecting product quality and take prompt and appropriate corrective measures in conjunction with other departments.
• Play a leading role on various Audits both internal and external in the way of generating, keeping and availing for Audits standard product process documents. Competently deal and handle ISO Certifications and other Food Related Systems.
• Be keen, ready and competent enough to fulfill the various functional responsibilities related to the position in a pro-active way.
• Be a mature person above thirty (30) years of age.

Interested candidates should send their application letter together with detailed curriculum vitae, testimonials, three professional referees and a day time telephone/cell phone contact by 15th Nov 2011:

DN.A 1138
P.O. Box 49010-00100
Nairobi

Rift Valley Railways -Logistics Operations Manager, Planning & Control Maintenance Engineer and Control & Management Analyst Job Vacancies in Kenya

Rift Valley Railways is a major rail and marine transport service provider with operations in Kenya and Uganda.

We are looking for qualified, dedicated, self motivated personnel to join the RVR team.

1. Logistics Operations Manager

Reporting to the General Manager, Business Development & Strategy, you will be responsible for supporting the development of innovative transport solutions. This will entail supervision of the logistics team to achieve supply chain goals.

Key responsibilities for this role will include:

• Supporting the implementation of the company’s logistics service business
• Supervising and leading the customs agency team
• Preparing and lodging all documentation necessary to secure customs clearance of goods
• Liaising with industry partners, regulators and statutory agencies responsible for cargo clearance
• Ensuring that all regulatory requirements for clearance of goods are obtained expeditiously and that customers are well informed of progress
• Securing and retiring customs bonds for transit cargo
• Preparing operational reports

The Ideal Position holder must have:

• A university degree and relevant professional qualifications.
• A valid East African Community Freight & Forwarding Practice Certificate (EACFFP Certificate)
• A commercial awareness in transport and logistics sector
• Ability to manage relationships with multiple stakeholders
• Excellent communication skills

2. Planning and Control Maintenance Engineer

Reporting to the General Manager, Permanent Way, you will be responsible for the optimum utilization of assets of the permanent way through research, internalization and retention of new technologies and coordination of maintenance programmes.

You will also ensure that there is return on investment, by analyzing and guiding investments on permanent way in accordance with the business plan.

Key responsibilities for this role will include:

• Coordinating & integrating the use of corporate resources
• Subsidizing budget systems by setting parameter plans for annual maintenance and production of products for permanent way
• Ensuring excellence in quality of production processes
• Ensuring compliance with legislation and applicable standards provided by RVR to preserve the environment
• Contributing to the assessment of regional services by monitoring performance standards and indicators established.
• Enabling a high level of occupational health and safety for employees and ensuring a standard excellence in quality of it’s processes, aiming to deliver business value.

The Ideal Position holder must have:

• A university degree in Engineering (Production Option).
• Post graduate qualification in Project Management
• Negotiation Skills
• 2 years experience in a similar function
• Excellent communication skills

3. Control and Management Analyst

Reporting to the Planning & Control Maintenance Engineer, Permanent Way, you will contribute to the implementation of simulation scenarios by analyzing the budget and KPI’s of the permanent way.

You will also be responsible for improvement and adjustment of models for generation and monitoring production and maintenance.

Key responsibilities for this role will include:

• Establishing methods for data interface to exchange information with various areas of the company involved in the process of maintenance, production and budget analysis
• Spearheading the improvement of the maintenance of the Permanent Way
• Reviewing, planning, budget generation and monitoring costs through the creation and maintenance of the database.
• Preparation of budget and KPI analysis reports and presentations
• Ensure compliance with guidelines for occupational health and safety standards
• Perform ongoing audits to identify non-conformities in the routines according to the systems designated in the Permanent Way

The Ideal Position holder must have:

• A university degree in Engineering
• Knowledge of control of maintenance & production
• 2 years experience in a similar function
• Excellent communication skills

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should submit their application letter, CV, and relevant copies of certificates not later than November 11, 2011 to:

The Human Resource Manager
P.O. Box 62502 – 00200
Nairobi

N/B. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Clients Services Manager - (PR Firm)- jobs in Kenya

A Leading PR firm is looking to recruit aClients Services Manager.

Roles & Responsibilities

Prepare clients’ publications (press releases, speeches, website copy, brochures, editorials) for their internal and external audiences.

Respond to requests for information from the media on behalf of corporate clients.

Plan and direct communication of informational programs to maintain favorable public and stakeholder perceptions.

Confer with the Client to identify trends, key interests areas and concerns and to provide advice on decisions (Stakeholder management).

Coach the Clients’ executives in effective communication with the media and general public.

Manage issues on Social Networks and leverage to ensure that these platforms are used to communicate on clients’ product and services — aggressively use social media as a promotion and communication tool.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications / Journalism, or related areas.
• Three years work experience in PR agency handling major Corporate clients.
• Strong media relations
• Strong oral and written communications skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Self-directed.
• Highly motivated
• Creative thinker and problem solver.
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Non negotiable).

Applicants should submit their CV to the email address marked on the subject line: “Client Services Manager’’ 

eventandpr@gmail.com

Assistant Database Developers Job opportunity in Kenya

Position: Assistant Database Developers

Summary: The position holder will participate in development, implementation and support of Databases / application programs for a variety of projects assigned by the Management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze, design, code, test and debug programs using prescribed specifications utilizing the appropriate hardware, database, and programming technology
• Maintain and modify programs; make approved changes, develop detailed programming logic, and coding changes.
• Test and develop programming modifications.
• Analyze performance of existing programs and take action to correct deficiencies based on consultation with end users and the Management.
• Confer with users to gain understanding of needed changes or modifications of existing programs.
• Resolve questions of program intent, data input, output requirements, and inclusion of internal checks and controls.
• Writes and maintains documentation to describe program development, logic, coding, testing, changes, and corrections.
• Document programming problems and resolutions for future reference.
• Assists in physical and logical database design.

Skills and Competence:

• Ability to troubleshoot issues involving complex data integration.
• Attention to fine detail and excellent analytical skills.
• Ability to think conceptually and understand the ‘big picture’.
• Ability to work independently and achieve results through teams.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Qualifications and Experience:

• A BSc degree in Computer Science or related discipline from a recognized university.
• At least 2 years’ experience developing and implementing relational database programs.
• Thorough understanding of relational database management systems.
• Experience designing and testing systems with large data throughput and capacity needs.

Successful candidates must be willing to travel within and outside the country on work assignments.

If you fulfill the above requirements and wish to be considered, please write to us enclosing a detailed CV showing your qualifications , experience and contact information.

DNA 1142
P.O. Box 49010 - 00100, 
Nairobi

Senior Marketing Specialist-(World Agroforestry Centre) - job opportunity in Kenya

 VACANCY: Senior Marketing Specialist

About this position

We are looking for someone who can contribute to the World Agroforestry Centre’s work in understanding the potential of markets and market-based interventions to reduce rural poverty in the developing world. The person should have experience in conducting strategic research in value chain analysis, enterprise development, or standards and other market governance tools.

The job specifically includes the following duties and responsibilities:

·        Conduct market research focusing on:

o       Value chain analysis including post-harvest handling, for agroforestry tree products

o       Consumer demand studies

o       Standards and other market governance tools, and/or

o       Enterprise development

o       Rural livelihoods, vulnerability, and risk-reducing mechanisms, and 

o       Impacts of development interventions.

The research should be of global value leading to generation of new knowledge, methods, policies and capacity

·        Supervise graduate students

• Initiate and manage partnerships with different national and international stakeholders (government agencies, private companies, donor agencies, NGOs, among others)
• Interact with other senior staff to ensure useful incorporation of market-oriented activities into other aspects of the Centre’s work
• Project development and implementation and fundraising.

Qualifications and experience

• PhD in agricultural economics, a related social science, business management, or a related discipline 

·        Strong publications record, including peer-reviewed journal articles

• Research experience in developing countries

·        Experience with analysis of smallholder production-to-marketing  systems

• Skills in quantitative and qualitative data analysis
• Strong track record in managing collaborative relationships with a range of partners, including the private sector, in the agricultural or natural resource management sectors
• Demonstrated fundraising and proposal writing abilities
• Familiarity with international agricultural and environmental research issues
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, fluency in English and, ideally, French and/or Spanish
• Ability to work in multidisciplinary and multicultural teams
• Willingness to travel frequently internationally.

Terms of offer

We offer a collegial, diverse and gender-sensitive working environment, and we strongly encourage applications from qualified women. This position is remunerated on international terms. The appointment will be for an initial period of three (3) years, subject to a nine (9) month probation period.    

How to apply

Prepare:

·        A cover letter illustrating your suitability for the position, and your salary expectations.

·        A detailed and up-to-date curriculum vitae.

·        The names and addresses of three referees, including telephone numbers and email addresses, and fax details, if available.

Address these to:

The Human Resources Unit, World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF), PO Box 30677, 00100, Nairobi, Kenya OR send via email to: icrafhru@cgiar.org. Indicate “Application for a Senior Marketing Specialist” on the application letter. Applications will be considered until 24 November 2011 or until a suitable candidate is identified and selected. Please note that only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted.

To learn more about us, visit our website: www.worldagroforestry.org

The World Agroforestry Centre is an independent research institution which generates science-based knowledge about the complex role trees play in agricultural landscapes and rural livelihoods. As part of the Centre’s work to bring tree-based solutions to bear on poverty and environmental problems, researchers – working in close collaboration with partners – are developing new technologies, tools and policy recommendations for increased food security and ecosystem health.

The Centre’s headquarters are located in Nairobi, Kenya, and research is conducted in 23 countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America. We are supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR) and receive funding from over 50 different donors.

Project Assisstant -(world Agroforestry Centre) -Jobs in Kenya

VACANCY: PROJECT ASSISTANT

About our organization

The World Agroforestry Centre is an independent research institution which generates science-based knowledge about the complex role trees play in agricultural landscapes and rural livelihoods. As part of the Centre’s work to bring tree-based solutions to bear on poverty and environmental problems, researchers – working in close collaboration with partners – are developing new technologies, tools and policy recommendations for increased food security and ecosystem health.

The Centre’s headquarters are located in Nairobi, Kenya, and research is conducted in 23 countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America. We are supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR) and receive funding from over 50 different donors.

To learn more about our organization, please visit our website: www.worldagroforestry.org

About the position

The Project Assistant will be charged with the responsibility of assisting project leaders with the administrative and logistical management of projects in the East African (EA) region. He/she will report directly to the project leaders but will be under the supervision of the Programme Administrator. The position will be based at the EA regional office located at ICRAF Headquarters in Nairobi.

Duties and responsibilities

·         Assist in execution and monitoring of project activities in liaison with project leaders

·         Processing of project payments to partners

·         Following up with the project Finance Assistant to ensure that quarterly project reports are done in a timely manner and expenditures are a reflection of approved budgets

·         Assisting in compiling donor reports while complying with donor reporting requirements

·         Drafting letters/reports, scheduling appointments and providing support in development of presentations and public awareness materials

·         Making logistical arrangements for seminars, workshops, study tours, conferences and coordinating travel arrangements for incoming and outgoing missions

·         Liaising with procurement and finance offices for timely purchase of project goods and services

·         Any other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

·         Bachelor of Business Administration/Social Degree or relevant degree

·         A Post Graduate Diploma in project management will be an added advantage

·         At least 3 years’ experience in project administration

·         Good understanding of budgeting and financial management procedures

·         Proficiency in database applications and MS office suit

·         Experience in an NGO or international organization environment will be an added advantage

·         Must be a Kenyan citizen.

Terms of offer

The World Agroforestry Centre is an equal opportunity employer and offers a collegial and gender-sensitive working environment. We believe that staff diversity promotes excellence and strongly encourage applications from qualified women. This position is on local terms and will be for an initial period of two (2) years, renewable subject to six (6) months’ probation period, assessment of performance, continued relevance of the position and availability of resources.

How to apply

Applications for the position must include:

·         A cover letter illustrating your suitability for the position against the listed requirements

·         A detailed curriculum vitae

·         The names and addresses of three referees, including telephone, fax numbers and email addresses.

All correspondence should be addressed to the Human Resources Unit, World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF), PO Box 30677, 00100 Nairobi, Kenya OR via email: icrafhru@cgiar.org and should indicate “Application for a Project Assistant” on their application letters and email submissions.

Applications will be considered until 05 November 2011 or until a suitable candidate is identified and selected.

Please note that only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted.

 

Karatina University- Medical Officer, Estates Officer, Assistant Games Tutor, Clinical Officer, Nurse, Clerk of Works, Admin Assistant & Secretary- Jobs in Kenya

Karatina University College

A Constituent College of Moi University

Vacancies 
The College offers degree and diploma programmes in Education and Social Sciences, Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences, Business, Agriculture and Biotechnology and Pure and Applied Sciences.

The College is situated 15 km North of Karatina Town.

1.Medical Officer 

Grade 12

Ref: KarUC/MO/1/11

Applicants must possess the following qualifications and competences;

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery obtained from a recognized University
• Have been registered by Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board with good standing.
• Must have worked for at least two (2) years after internship
• Demonstrate evidence of continuing professional development

2. Estates Officer 

Grade 12

Ref: KarUC/EO/2/11

Applicants must possess the following qualifications and competences;

• A Bachelors degree in either Civil and Structural Engineering or Architecture or Building Economics or Water and Waste Engineering or their equivalents from recognized institutions
• Five years post qualification experience in a related area
• Must be registered with relevant professional body

3. Assistant Games Tutor 

Grade 11

Ref: KarUC/GT/3/11

Applicants must possess the following qualifications and competences;

• A Bachelors degree in Physical Education or its equivalent from a recognized University
• Sound knowledge of coaching and training in wide range of sports discipline
• Six years post qualification work experience

4. Clinical Officer 

Grade E/F

Ref: KarUC/CO/4/11

Applicants must possess the following qualifications and competences;

• A Higher National Diploma in Clinical Medicine or its equivalent
• Must be registered with Clinical Officers Council of Kenya
• At least five years post qualifications working experience

5. Nursing Officer

Grade E/F

Ref: KarUC/NU/5/11

Applicants must possess the following qualifications and competences;

• Must have a Diploma in Kenya Registered Community Health Nursing
• At least 3 years of experience
• Valid practicing license
• Certificate in voluntary counseling and testing/prevention of mother to child transmission (PMTCT), will be an added advantage
• Certificate in maternal child health and family planning (MCH/FP) will also be an added advantage
• Those with Bachelor of Science in Nursing will also be considered

6. Clerk of Works

Grade E/F

Ref: KarUC/CW/6/11

Applicants must possess the following qualifications and competences;

• A Higher National Diploma (HND) in Building and Civil Engineering awarded by the Kenya National Examination Council, or equivalent qualifications from a recognized by institution
• Worked with a large organization or civil service for a minimum of eight years since obtaining the Higher National Diploma
• Must be computer literate, particularly in architectural and civil/structural engineering packages

7. Administrative Assistant

Grade E/F

Ref: KarUC/AA/7/11

Applicants must possess the following qualifications and competences;

• Bachelors Degree in Education, Arts or Sciences from a recognized University.
• Those with post graduate qualifications will have an added advantage
• Should have three years relevant experience preferably in an institution of higher learning

8. Secretary

Grade C/D

Ref: KarUC/SS/8/11

Applicants must possess the following qualifications and competences;

• KCSE mean grade C- and above or its equivalent with a C+ in languages
• Applicants should also have; Business English III, Office Practice II, Good Communication skills, Secretarial duties II and Commerce II.
• Shorthand III (minimum 100 wpm) or equivalent
• Typewriting III (50wpm) or equivalent
• Working experience (minimum 5 years)
• Must have good public relations skills
• Must be computer literate in Ms Office and Applications

Mode of application

Applicants must submit two (2) copies of application giving details of the age, educational, and professional qualifications, detailed work experience, present post and salary, applicant telephone number and email address. 

Enclose copies of certificates and testimonials and give names of three of referees who are knowledgeable about the applicant competence and areas of specialization accompanied with curriculum vitae.

Interested applicants should send their applications to the undersigned, quoting the reference number for the job applied for so as to be received on or before Wednesday 9th November, 2011.

The Principal,
Karatina University College,
P.O. Box 1957-10101, 
Karatina.

Karatina University College is an equal opportunity employer.

Relationship Manager (Medium Enterprises)-(Standard Chartered Bank)- Job in Kenya

Job Title:Relationship Manager - Medium Enterprises

Job ID: 306994

Job Function:Consumer Banking

Location: Kenya - SCB

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Permanent

Job Description

The role holder is required to market and manage ME customer relationships through a pro-active and consultative approach and detailed understanding of existing customers’ business(es) to enhance profit and;

Acquire profitable new customers for the ME Banking business through the creation, development and maintenance of high quality advisory relationships, that includes effective consultative selling and creative structuring of financial solutions (within segmentation boundaries).

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Work directly with customers to deepen and secure new business relationships through the analyses of needs and provision of products and services.
• Tailor products creatively to meet individual customer needs.
• Analyse and review quality of potential and existing business to ensure maximum profitability.
• Manage credit quality standards through effective risk management according to the Departmental Operating Instructions (DOI) and other SCB policies.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all actual and attempted customer interactions.
• Conduct customer meetings that have defined call objectives, desired outcomes and a well-constructed plan.
• Work in close partnership with Business Analysts and Credit Managers to ensure credit applications for new and existing facilities are correctly prepared in accordance with DOI.
• After consideration of individual case merits, recommend credits for approval by relevant authorities.
• Provide feedback to senior management, marketing and product management on customer’s needs and the efficiency of marketing strategies and tactics.

Qualifications & Skills

• Graduate in Commerce, Economics, or equivalent.
• Knowledge in all major areas of Banking will be an added advantage (especially in Credit, Corporate, Operations, Treasury, Security documentation, etc.)
• Good Negotiation skills
• Good knowledge and understanding of group processes to enable speedy resolution of service issues
• Good team player
• Strong selling, interpersonal and networking skills
• Effective communication and presentation skills
• Credit Skills Assessment qualified

Diversity & Inclusion

Standard Chartered is committed to diversity and inclusion. 

We believe that a work environment which embraces diversity will enable us to get the best out of the broadest spectrum of people to sustain strong business performance and competitive advantage. By building an inclusive culture, each employee can develop a sense of belonging, and have the opportunity to maximise their personal potential.

How to apply

For more information on the following vacancies, please log onto our website;
www.standardchartered.com/careers/professional-hires

Programmer / Analyst -( Standard Chartered Bank)-Job in Kenya

Job Title:Programmer / Analyst

Job ID: 306992

Job Function:Finance

Location: Kenya - SCB

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job Description

Design, develop and re-write existing Business Intelligence software for the Bank with liaison with the business owners.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Design & Develop software for the bank with liaison with the business owners.
• Code or write the new programs with proper commenting procedure.
• Re-write existing applications to new requirements.
• Do other programming associated jobs as deemed appropriate by management.
• Be the key person in report automation in the unit.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Computer Science or Information Technology. Your programming experience must cover exhaustive skills in systems development with a commercial (rather than academic) bias.
• A solid grounding in all the development areas of at least one programming language which has lead to tangible results.
• Extensive and proven relational database experience using but not limited to SQL Server as the database engine is compulsory.
• Minimum of 3 years of intensive and demonstrated programming as a software developer on a windows platform.
• Experience in web technologies or banking software development preferably gained in a busy software development house or in a bank will be an added advantage.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of any CASE tool (Computer-Aided Software Engineering), it’s core functionality and indicate where your developments are currently in use.
• Must code passionately, have coding as a hobby and be self teaching, love learning and with a “smell” of other technologies.
• Can think logically and pay close attention to detail, full of patience , persistence, and have the ability to perform complex and analytical work, especially under pressure.

Diversity & Inclusion

Standard Chartered is committed to diversity and inclusion. 

We believe that a work environment which embraces diversity will enable us to get the best out of the broadest spectrum of people to sustain strong business performance and competitive advantage. 

By building an inclusive culture, each employee can develop a sense of belonging, and have the opportunity to maximise their personal potential.

How to Apply

For more information on the following vacancies, please log onto our website;
www.standardchartered.com/careers/professional-hires

TB Service Manager -(Standard Chartered Bank)-Job in Kenya

Job Title: TB Service Manager

Job ID: 306551

Job Function:Wholesale Banking

Location: Kenya - SCB

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job Description

To establish, develop and maintain a portfolio of Investors and Intermediaries Corporate Banking services in order to generate revenue for the Bank.

This would entail the management of client relationships with responsibility and accountability Relationships and operational risk of the portfolio.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Pro-actively establishes, develops and maintains a portfolio of corporate clients within Investors and Intermediaries target market (clients segment), ensuring that new relationships or ongoing requirements of existing clients generate maximum revenue within acceptable risk profile.
• Cross - selling of bank’s products through joint calling with product partners and accountable for pricing decisions of bank’s products offered to clients, within internally approved matrices.
• Ensures that all related administrative functions, most importantly file maintenance, regular reviews, call reports and periodic appraisals (QPR’s) are performed in a timely manner.
• Guides, counsels, and advises Assistant Service Managers in their support duties
• Provides management information to the Head of Investors and Intermediaries on a regular, as-and-when-required basis, on matters relating to their own portfolio’s status of accounts, excesses, irregular securities, defaulting accounts, and exceptions
• Ensure all fees are collected within one month of the date of the invoices.

Qualifications & Skills

• Business or accounting related degree.
• Minimum 5 years experience in a corporate banking environment of which minimum 2 years should be of managing corporate client relationships.
• Sound understanding of WB products, trade finance, personal banking and international banking products.
• Strong marketing skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial information.
• A good understanding of the general, economic, political and business environment of the region.
• Strong awareness of in-house network systems and good PC skills.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and negotiation skills.

Diversity & Inclusion

Standard Chartered is committed to diversity and inclusion. 

We believe that a work environment which embraces diversity will enable us to get the best out of the broadest spectrum of people to sustain strong business performance and competitive advantage. By building an inclusive culture, each employee can develop a sense of belonging, and have the opportunity to maximise their personal potential.

How to apply

For more information on the following vacancies, please log onto our website;
www.standardchartered.com/careers/professional-hires