KICC Financial Controller, Security & Safety Manager, Assistant Supply Chain Manager and Sales Executive Jobs in Kenya

The Kenyatta International Conference Centre (KICC) is established as a State Corporation under the State Corporation Act Cap 446 to discharge the following mandates:

- Promote and market conference tourism locally and internationally;

- Monitor the quality and standard of conference facilities and advice both private and public investors on improvement of such facilities;

- Plan and implement the expansion and modernization of existing conference facilities and develop new ones; and

- Carry out any other mandate relevant to its principal mandate.

KICC is in the process of recruiting suitable persons and invites applications for the posts indicated below:

i. Applicants should be computer literate to be able to work in a highly computerized environment.

ii. Applicants should be self driven, highly motivated, energetic and team players.

iii. Applicants should have excellent oral and written communication skills.

iv. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Financial Controller

1 Post

Description of Key Duties:

Coordinate the establishment of sound financial policies, systems and procedure in compliance with statutory regulations.Coordinate the preparation and evaluation of annual and revised Corporation’s and departmental budgets and establish a sound budgetary system.Provide professional advice on the optimal capital expenditure decisions, resource allocation and utilization of the Corporation assets.Ensure the preparation of monthly, quarterly and financial statements and management reports.Liaise with external organization, governmental agencies and ministries including external audit.Reporting to the General Manager Finance & Administration, the ideal candidate will:
Possess Bachelor of commerce in (Accounting/Finance)CPA (K)ICPAK membershipBusiness planning and budgeting experienceKnowledge of Computerized Accounting packagesHave at least five (5) years relevant experience as a senior AccountantExperience in a reputable firmAsset management skillsSecurity & Safety Manager

1 Post

Description of Key Duties:

To oversee the protection and guarding of the premises (property, tenants, guests and staff).Develop and implement the Corporation’s disaster-preparedness strategies and policies.Liaise with external organization, governmental agencies and ministries on security issues.Coordinate the establishment and implementation of crime preventive and detection strategiesCarry out investigations on all incidents of security nature conclusively.Identify cost effective opportunities for improvement of security and safety within the CorporationManaging outsourced security service providersEnforce safety measures and discipline through strict controls and sensitization programsEnsure effectiveness of CCTV surveillance at the Corporation.Reporting to the General Manager Operations, the ideal candidate will:
Possess Bachelors degree in social sciences or relevant fieldDiploma in criminology or security will be an added advantageChief Inspector of Police or equivalentConversant with CCTV surveillance systemsCrime detection and investigation skillsReport writing and Presentation skillsBusiness planning and budgetingExperience in a reputable firm5 Years working experience in a Management positionAble to work under pressure, meet targets and manage conflicting prioritiesAssistant Supply Chain Manager

1 Post

Description of Key Duties:

Ensure procurement of goods and services is done in accordance with KICC’s procurement policiesAssist in the management of the procurement budget in accordance with the KICC’s overall business strategyParticipate in the annual pre-qualification of suppliers of goods and servicesParticipate in the process of procurement of plant equipment, goods and servicesCoordinate the preparation, circulation and evaluation of tenders in liaison with the relevant departments and tender committeeEnsure that the Corporation gets value for money through procurement of high quality goods and servicesParticipate in the verification and disposal of surplus and obsolete storesEnsure that maximum safety and security conditions in stores are maintainedManagement of existing and new contractsReporting to the Supply Chain Manager, the ideal candidate will:
Possess Bachelor of Commerce/Supplies/EconomicsHigher Diploma, Certified Institute of Purchasing and Supplies CIPS (Final) in Purchasing and Supplies.Compliant to the Supplies Practioners’ Management Act, 2007Member Kenya Institute of Supplies ManagementKnowledge and skills in Public Procurement regulationsExperience in a reputable firmThree (3) years working experience with at least one (1) year in the similar positionSales Executive

1 Post

Description of Key Duties:

Ensure that the set sales targets are realized consistently in value and volume.Implement the agreed marketing promotional activities.Recruit and develop customers into growth.Co-ordinate the Sales performance of various products to ensure overall segment target is achieved.Regularly analyze sales and take corrective action to achieve targets.Provide sales forecast and feedback to the sales manager to plan for current and future capacities and as inputs into the supply chain planning.Analyze on a regular basis own sales and competitors’ as well as trends in the industry.Reporting to the Sales Manger, the ideal candidate will:
Possess Bachelor of Commerce/Business Administration (Marketing )CIMA, Post Graduate Diploma - (MSK, KIM) will be an added advantageConsumer and customer marketing knowledgeGood knowledge of products of the meeting industry.Client profiling skills2 Years working experience in a similar positionAbility to work under pressure and meet targets and manage conflicting prioritiesHave shown ability and merit in work performanceClean valid driving licenseApplications including updated Curriculum Vitae’s and copies of certificates should reach the undersigned by 5th October, 2011.

Note: No on-line application.

The Managing Director
The Kenyatta International Conference Centre
P O Box 30746-00100
Nairobi

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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Kenyatta International Conference Centre is an Equal Opportunity employer.

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