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May 31, 2016




Position: Public Relations Officer 
 


Location: Isibania, Kenya
 


Job

Type:
 Full

Time, Contract
 


Number

of positions:
 1

About the Organization: Nuru

Kenya is a non-governmental organization currently working in Migori County,

Kenya.



Nuru

Kenya’s mission is to end extreme poverty in remote, rural areas of

Kenya. 
 



To

this end, Nuru implements a holistic development model working with programs in

Agriculture, Financial Inclusion, Healthcare, and Education. 


See

http//www.nuruinternational.org for further information about the organization. 

Nuru Kenya’s vision is to have an empowered community where people have the

requisite knowledge, information and resources to be able to make meaningful

choices about their lives. 




We

believe serving our communities is a privilege rather than an

entitlement. 


Nuru

staff are passionate about the organization’s mission and management endeavors

to provide an enabling environment for staff to serve the intervention

communities in the most efficient and effective way. 


Working

at Nuru makes one feel fulfilled after experiencing a poor farmer change his or

her life for the better, the urge to make or influence such a difference sparks

our emotional commitment to the organization’s mission.

About the Job: We are

looking for a highly qualified, experienced and passionate candidate to fill

the position of Public Relations Officer.  




Reporting

to the Country Director, the PRO will develop and manage the PR strategy of

Nuru Kenya to the extent that the mission and vision of the organization are

understood and practiced throughout the communities where Nuru works; by the

media and other potential strategic partners. 


This

will in turn promote good will and public image of the organization.



Specific Responsibilities:

  • Plan,

    develop and manage the Public Relations strategy of Nuru Kenya

  • Manage

    media relations by providing information on the activities and successes

    of the organization to the press and writers; Research, write and

    distribute press releases to targeted medias; Liaise with and answer

    enquiries from media, individuals and other organizations through visits,

    telephone or email and Undertake public campaign about Nuru’s contribution

    to the public

  • Create

    blogs on Nuru Kenya’s events and forward them to Nuru International for posting

    accordingly and on a timely basis; you will also be responsible for

    editing blogs created by program and departmental staff before they are

    posted

  • Write

    and edit other in-house informational materials, e.g. articles,

    newsletters, magazines, case studies, annual reports, etc. You will also

    oversee the production of publicity brochures, handouts, direct mails,

    leaflets, promotional videos, photographs, multi -media programs, films,

    etc. such that they are able to provide the required information on NK

  • Liaise

    with NI Communications Director in order to manage and update information

    on the organization’s website; this will also include strategically

    managing and engaging users on Social Media on NK information

  • Source

    and manage speaking and partnership opportunities on behalf of NK Country

    Director. You will also be responsible for organizing and managing high

    level events, e.g. donor visits, partnership visits, press conference,

    exhibitions, press tours, etc.

  • Manage

    the PR aspects of a potential crisis situation as shall be directed by

    your supervisor

  • Perform

    other roles as shall be directed by your supervisor from time to time.

  • Bachelor’s

    degree in Communication and Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or

    related course from a University recognized in Kenya

  • A

    minimum of four years’ professional experience in a similar or related

    role

  • Experience

    in initiating and or implementing marketing programs for an NGO will be an

    added advantage

  • Good

    command of spoken and written English language

  • A

    very exceptional persona with networking capabilities

  • Long-term

    commitment to ending extreme poverty in rural areas of Kenya.


Working

Conditions: 
Work

will be performed in the office, and sometimes in the field. Some work is also

expected from the computer at home during evenings and weekends during busier

seasons.



Remuneration: Commensurate

with demonstrated skills and experience.




Continuous Development Plans: The

organization has a Leadership department responsible for developing and

delivering curriculums aimed at enhancing the knowledge and skills level of

staff to better their performance.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, we give equal opportunity to

all qualified candidates. 


Application Process:


Interested applicants should submit their application; motivation letter,

academic certificates and or testimonials and a resume supported by at least

three known references, kindly quote your current and expected salary. 




Include

your phone number, and email it to profficer@nuru.co.ke by the 10th of June,

2016 at 5pm EAT. 


Email

applications will be preferred. Indicate the job title as the Heading/subject

of your application. 


Position: Financial Inclusion Program

Coordinator 

 


Location: Isibania, Kenya
 


Job

Type: 
Full

Time, Contract
 


Number

of positions: 
1

About the Organization: Nuru

Kenya is a non-governmental organization currently working in Migori County,

Kenya. Nuru Kenya’s mission is to end extreme poverty in remote, rural areas of

Kenya.




To

this end, Nuru implements a holistic development model working with programs in

Agriculture, Financial Inclusion, Healthcare, and Education. 


See

http//www.nuruinternational.org for further information about the organization.

Nuru Kenya is looking for a highly qualified candidate to fill the position of

Financial Program Coordinator in the FI program. 




The

person will perform key roles in the organization and will be responsible for

initiating, managing and linking groups to already established MFIs/Banks. 


The

person will directly report to the Impact Programs Manager Nuru Kenya.



Specific Responsibilities:

  • Conduct

    awareness creation and mobilization meetings to ensure that farmers

    continually save, attend meetings and are able to operarate as per laid

    down group procedures

  • Revise

    the FI annual plan and assign quarterly targets of loans, savings,

    membership recruitment, members’ retention and community trainings to

    Filed Managers

  • Assess

    and select viable groups using the laid down criteria in the group constitution.

  • Facilitate

    the transition of Nuru FI groups into KCB’s (Kenya Commercial Bank) Chama

    Solution Groups

  • Ensure

    loan applications are done correctly and as per laid down procedures.

  • Ensure

    loan appraisal and approval are done following set criteria and conditions

    as spelt out in the constitution.

  • Follow

    up with KCB to ensure that member requests are acted upon in a timely

    manner

  • Ensure

    loan repayments are done timely and banked in Chama Solution Accounts on

    timely basis.

  • Ensure

    proper record keeping on loans, savings and meetings.

  • Prepare

    with accuracy all required weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual FI

    Program reports. Including but limited to activity reports, performance

    reports, financial reports, etc.

  • Conduct

    training needs assessment of existing clients and liaise with KCB Chama

    Solution representative to fill such training gaps.

  • Manage

    community response to program services, maintaining program integrity and

    always sticking to program goals and mission.

  • Prudently

    manage the FI Program budget.

  • Manage

    all FI staff to their function and hold them accountable for the

    performance of their assigned activities.

  • Troubleshoot

    programmatic issues within the FI Program in an accurate and professional

    manner

  • Manage

    edits and implementation of the FI Program Financial Training Curriculum

  • Perform

    any other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor.

  • A

    minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Banking and Finance, Microfinance,

    Business Administration or other related Social Sciences

  • Over

    five (five) years working experience in a similar or related role

  • Experience

    initiating and transitioning groups into established MFIs for

    sustainability will be an added advantage

  • Candidates

    with accounting qualifications will have an added advantage

  • Good

    communication skills

  • Good

    command of written and spoken English and Kiswahili language

  • Self-

    motivated; with ability to work with minimal supervision

  • Possess

    knowledge and skills in project management, training, and cooperative

    management

  • Demonstrated

    ability to operate in both office and field setting with excellent

    interpersonal skills

  • Demonstrated

    ability to form successful working relationships with other staff and a

    good team player

  • Long-term

    commitment to ending extreme poverty in rural areas of Kenya


Working

Conditions: 
Work

will be performed in the office, and sometimes in the field. Some work is also

expected from the computer at home during evenings and weekends during busier

seasons.



Remuneration: Commensurate

with demonstrated skills and experience.

Nuru Kenya is an Equal Opportunity Employer, we give equal opportunity to all

qualified candidates. 




Qualified

female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Application Process:


Interested applicants should submit their application; resume and cover letter

supported by at least three known references. 




Candidates

to also attach a valid Certificate of Good Conduct, kindly quote your current

and expected salary. Include your phone number, and email it to

fipcoordinator@nuru.co.ke by the 8th of June, 2016 at 5pm EAT. 


Email

applications will be preferred. 


Please

outline how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the

position. 



Indicate

the job title as the Heading/subject of your application. 

Note: Due to the huge

volumes of applications that we receive, we will only contact shortlisted

candidates


Those that were called for interviews at Nuru Kenya offices are not required to

re-apply


We do not charge any fee at any stage in our hiring process









ICAP

of Columbia University is working in partnership with the Kenyan Ministry of

Health to strengthen HIV Prevention, Care and Treatment services at County and

Sub County health facilities. 


This program

is part of a US Government initiative against HIV in Kenya that receives

funding from PEPFAR through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

(CDC).

Applications

are invited for the following positions which exist on TEMPORARY terms of service

for THREE (3) months:
 



1.

Title: 
Community

HTC Supervisors
 


Overall

Job Function: 
Reporting

to the Community Prevention Coordinator, the HTC Supervisor will be responsible

for quality door-to-door HIV Testing and Counselling
 

  • Plan

    door-to-door HIV Testing and Counselling in targeted households.

  • Map

    and enumerate households for door-to-door community HIV Testing and

    Counselling

  • Supervise

    HTC Counsellors to provide quality door-to-door community HIV Testing and

    Testing

  • Ensure

    100% linkage of HIV-positive clients to HIV care and treatment

  • Ensure

    quality assurance protocols for HTC are strictly adhered to in line with

    national guidelines

  • Supervise

    and ensure careful monitoring of door-to-door community HIV testing

  • Must

    have a mean grade of at least C minus and above in KCSE

  • Must

    have a NASCOP certified HTC certificate and NASCOP certified HTC

    supervision Training

  • Experience

    in community HIV Testing Services

  • Those

    with medical laboratory skills, counsellor supervision skills , community

    mobilization, couple and pediatric counselling skills will be have an

    added advantage


2.

Title: 
HTC

Counselors 


Location: Community Door to Door

testing in designated regions in Nyanza
 


Overall

Job Function: 
The

HTC Counselor will be responsible for the provision of door-to-door community

HIV testing, counseling and linkage of HIV positive clients to care and

treatment. 


S/he

will ensure quality of implementation of HTC services.
 

  • Provide

    quality HIV Testing services

  • Refer

    all patients who test HIV-positive to care

  • Refer

    all HIV-negative men who are not circumcised for VMMC


  • Maintain

    a well-documented HTC registers

  • Store

    and use the HTC commodities according to the national guidelines

  • At

    least Form 4 with mean grade of C with at least two (2) years relevant

    work experience

  • NASCOP

    certified HTC certificate mandatory.

  • At

    least two (2) years relevant work experience

  • Ability

    to maintain confidentiality of patient’s information


3.

Title: 
Health

Records & Information Officer


Location: Community Door to Door testing in

designated regions in Nyanza
 


Overall

Job Function: 
Reporting

to the Community HTC Supervisor, the Health Records officer will coordinate

M&E activities of data collection, aggregation and reporting for the HTC

Community project.
 

  • Plan

    and track daily, weekly and monthly data reporting rates for all DECs and

    coordinate compilation and timely reporting of all these periodic reports

  • Assist

    the Community HTC coordinator and enumerators to document and track

    testing progress through creation of new data capture tools

  • Create

    monthly data dashboard reports monitoring progress to community testing

    targets

  • Supervise

    implementation of DECs work plans

  • Coordinate

    DEC data verification exercises

  • Diploma

    in Health Records Information/Health Information Technology

  • At

    least 4 years’ experience at MOH a level 4 facility or higher

  • Database

    management skills and ability to use DHIS and Excel


Location: Community Door to Door testing in

designated regions in Nyanza
 


Overall

Job Function: 
Reporting

to the HRIO Supervisor-Community HTC, the Data Entry clerk will be responsible

for M&E activities including data quality checks, data collection and data

reporting of the community door-to-door HTC services.
 

  • Ensure

    accurate completion of HTC M&E tools (including HTC Register, Linkage

    Register, F-CDRR for RTKs, Daily Performance Reports, Monthly MoH731 HTC

    reports)

  • To

    collect and collate client data from all HTC community teams

  • Compile

    summary performance reports and ensure accurate and timely reporting of

    data through designated facilities

  • Conduct

    periodic data quality audits to ensure data integrity including weekly

    confirmation of data reported from all counselors weekly/monthly using

    source documents

  • Diploma

    in Health records, Social Science, Monitoring and Evaluation, Information

    Technology

  • At

    least 2 years M&E/Data management skills in a clinical setup.

  • Must

    be competent in Microsoft Excel, and DHIS2


All

applications including a current CV, telephone number and referees (either

current or former supervisor) should be sent to the 


Director-

Human Resources, ICAP


on or

before June 3, 2016. 


Do not

send certificates. 


Only

shortlisted candidates will be contacted.



ICAP is an Equal Opportunity Employer








The Standard Group comprises, The Standard newspapers, The Nairobian, KTN, KTN News, Radio Maisha, Standard Digital and Think Outdoor Services. 



The Group is looking for a qualified, experienced and self- motivated individual to fill the following in our digital Division;
 



Web Developer
 




This is a great opportunity for a Web Developer to join a media house with a great audience base, and learn and progress as the company continues to grow whilst working on a number of exciting projects for very diverse audience.
 



Job Responsibilities


  • Write well designed, testable, efficient code by using best software development practices

  • Create website layout/user interface by using standard HTML/CSS practices

  • Integrate data from various back-end services and databases

  • Gather and refine specifications and requirements based on technical needs

  • Create and maintain software documentation

  • Be responsible for supporting the existing infrastructure as well as developing the website to meet the company’s needs.

  • Stay plugged into emerging technologies/industry trends and apply them into operations and activities


Knowledge and Skills


  • A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or Information Systems.

  • A minimum of 3years experience in a professional web design

  • Advanced skills in JavaScript, PHP, MySql and Server Optimization;

  • Experience in SEO and SEO Tools.


If you possess the above qualifications and have the drive to meet the challenges, visit our website www.standardmedia.co.ke/recruitment to browse through the current openings/vacancies and apply not later than 10th June 2016



Please note that ONLY shortlisted candidates will be contacted.




The Standard Group is an equal opportunity employer and as such, canvassing of any form will lead to automatic disqualification.








Job

Title:
 Regional

Coordinator

 


Availability:
Immediately
 


Location: Flexible to work in any part of the country.
 


Salary: 50,000 (gross)
 


CAP

Youth Empowerment Institute Kenya, is supported by MasterCard Foundation, was

established to provide Basic Employability Skills Training (BEST) for

disadvantaged youth in the society with particular focus on women to get

equitable, qualitative learning and access to promising labour market oriented

opportunities, savings and credit that support their pathways to safe and

positive futures





The

key purpose of the organization is to assist 10,000 disadvantaged youth to make

informed choices, develop labour-market oriented employability skills and

access job placements, savings and enterprise development support.

  • Visit

    each Centre under your supervision at least once a month to monitor the

    progress and address any issues hindering effective operations of the

    Centers.

  • Monitor

    and oversee the student selection process and ensure that all students

    admitted in the center adhere to CAPYEI admission criteria.

  • Get

    road show plans, inception report, progress report, business mentors

    report and all other reports adhering to timelines and submit them when

    required.

  • Hold

    regular meetings with Centre staff to get updates on the progress of the

    Centers and address any challenges arising.

  • Maintain

    constant communication with the Centers to get updates on the Centre

    progress.

  • Closely

    monitor facilitators and Centre Coordinators performance to be able to

    continually improve the performance of the Centers.

  • Work

    closely with Centre coordinators and facilitators to meet the requirement

    of 10% -15% micro enterprise startups from each Centre.

  • Coordinate

    with entrepreneurship department to ensure each center has conducted at

    least one entrepreneurship day during the batch.


  • Inform

    HR in written form of any staff absenteeism, leave taken and sick off

    taken. In addition, you must ensure that staff fills the necessary

    application forms before proceeding on any leave.

  • Submit

    individualized progress report of each facilitator under your supervision

    at the end of each month.

  • Work

    with Monitoring Executive to ensure student feedback is collected at least

    once in a batch.

  • Work

    with Life Skills Coordinator to ensure effective implementation of life

    skills module.

  • Use

    the feedback obtained from the post placement studies to make any

    necessary changes that will have positive impact on the program.

  • Inform

    HR immediately of any disciplinary issues on the part of employees and

    provide all the necessary information relating to such disciplinary.

  • Conduct

    walkabouts while visiting the Centers and inspect all facilities in the

    Centre and ensure they are all working properly.

  • Organize

    and facilitate one BMN meeting in every 6 months at the regional level.

  • Develop

    checklist that will be used by the facilitators to inspect Centre

    facilities to ensure they are functioning properly at all time.

  • Any

    other duties assigned by the supervisor

  • Degree

    in any related field

  • Strong

    leadership skills at least 2 years in a supervisory role.

  • Ability

    to meet deadlines and handle diverse tasks simultaneously using

    prioritization.

  • Strong

    oral and written communication skills.

  • Excellent

    Presentation skills.


To

express interest in this opportunity, send your CV to hr@capyei.org by 31st May

2016.
 


Cover

letter should be pasted on the body of the email and not as an attachment.
 


Applicants

are required to quote their current and expected salary on the cover letter. 




Only

short listed candidates will be contacted.







County Government of Mombasa
 



Mombasa County Public Service Board
 



Vacancies
 



The Mombasa County Public Service Board is looking for suitable qualified and competent persons for the following positions in the County Department of Education.




i) Director Education, Administration & Operations




ii) Policy Analyst




A detailed description of the positions can be accessed on the Mombasa County Government website: www.mombasa.go.ke.
 


Important information to all applicants
 



i) All applications should reach the office of the Mombasa County Public Service Board (Betting Control Building, 1st Floor – Opposite Swahili Culture) on or before 13th June, 2016.




ii) Applicants should clearly indicate on the envelope and application letter the position applied for.




iii) Applicants should indicate Sub-County and ward of residence
 



iv) Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
 



v) All applications should be addressed to:
 



The Chief Executive Officer,
County Public Service Board,
P.O Box 80076 – 80100,
Mombasa.




The Mombasa County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer








Travel

requirement:
100%     
 


Direct

Reporting:
Sales and Marketing Manager Indirect Reporting: Operation

Manager


Company Profile & Job Specification: Solar

Kiosk is an award winning company conducting sustainable energy and retail

business in developing countries. 



It is

based out of Berlin (Germany) and currently has six subsidiaries in Africa and

projects in three continents. 


Flat

hierarchies, a high degree of personal responsibility, quick decision-making,

cordial teamwork and a dynamic and innovative business environment characterize

our company. 


We are

looking for an Area Officer to be trained on how to manage, train and support

kiosk operators in a hands on manner on the job drive sales and business

development, maintain compliance and continuously improve the performance of

the kiosk as per the area assigned.
 

Roles and Responsibilities



  • Oversee

    day to day operations of up to seven kiosks.

  • Successfully

    drive sales and business development.

  • Report

    to ROM on all stock takes in all kiosks within assigned area and also

    support the operations and supply chain team with information as and when

    needed.


  • Suggest

    turnaround strategies to ROM for under-performing kiosks, incl. review of

    Operator and potential sales prospects, product mix, etc.

  • Assess

    and suggest to the ROM new business opportunities in specific kiosk sites

    to increase sales.

  • Undertake

    a continuous market research for all assigned kiosk sites to suggest new

    product and/or business ideas to increases gross profit.

  • Be

    aware of all developments on community level that might deteriorate the

    profit or even threaten business continuity of a kiosk. Pro-actively

    suggest strategies to ROM to avert threats.

  • Coach

    Operators pro-actively how to improve sales and ensure targets are met per

    kiosk.

  • Establish

    good contacts and maintain the relationships with local financial

    institutions, groups, schools, hospitals and other potential institutional

    clients

  • Check

    at daily visit merchandising and display.

  • Check

    at daily visit structure and electrical components.

  • Be

    physically present at every stock delivery and be capable to perform

    required stock receipt duty via POS

  • Ensure

    that all cash is collected and immediately sent to head office

  • Identify

    none-compliance / assure compliance of Operators with all internal

    policies & procedures


Educational

and Professional Requirements

  • University

    / College degree / diploma in any Business related study, Youth Training,

    Sales, Customer Care or such related field with 1 year work experience in

    sales.

  • Must

    have sales and marketing skills and able to communicate effectively, both

    in writing and verbally, in English and Swahili.

  • Proficient

    with standard office software (incl. MS Word and MS Excel or equivalent).

  • Driving

    license and/or rider’s license.


Contact

:
 If

your qualifications match the above profile, you can identify with our vision

and you are excited about this challenging position, we look forward to

receiving your application on kenya.jobs@solarkiosk.eu by 5th June 2016. 


It

should include a cover letter with salary expectations and earliest possible

starting date and a Curriculum vitae
Regret: Due to

the high number of applications anticipated we may not be able to respond back

to all applications however we will keep your resume in our database for future

positions.







Vacancy: Personal Assistant to the MD
 



Background: Our Client is a well established group of companies with managed centrally by the Group MD. 



Arising from business growth, the MD needs an able Personal Assistant to facilitate effective functioning of his office. 


 


While the employer offers equal opportunity employment, the unpredictable work schedule, long working days and constant travel on short notice may be unsuitable for female candidates and only those able to meet such a unique working environment are encouraged to apply.




Job Duties and Responsibilities


  • To provide necessary support to ensure effective functioning of the office of the MD

  • To manage the MD diary ensuring effective coordination between key persons and contacts to ensure proper planning of the diary.

  • To support the MD in ensuring close monitoring of projects to ensure they progress as scheduled and completed on time

  • To provide support services in ensuring effective functioning of the Board including coordinating meetings, taking minutes and arranging logistics for Board level events

  •  Supporting the MD in following up implementation of Board resolutions

  • To attend meetings with MD and represent him in internal and external meetings and events when the MD cannot attend.

  • Ensure effective communication by the office of the MD with management and employees of associated companies.

  • Facilitating the MD to manage time effectively by preparing executive presentation, memos, letters, reports etc

  • In consultation with the MD, to step in for the MD when required to ensure quick fix to urgent matters requiring MD’s attention


Essential Skills/Competencies


  • Must be very self driven and flexible

  • Able  to multi-task work with a multidisciplinary team and  meet strict deadlines

  • Ability to observe and maintain high levels of  accountability and  confidentiality

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills

  • Very good interpersonal relationship skills

  • Highly competence in MS Office Suit

  • Competence to write and disseminate Board minutes

  • Good organization and coordination skills

  • Conflict resolution skills

  • Ability to project a positive image of the MD

  • Good public relations and media relations skills


Minimum Qualifications


  • A Bachelors Degree in a Business field

  • A Diploma in Public Relations, Office Management or Certified Public Secretary (CPS) Part II will be an added advantage

  • At least 2 years experience as PA to MD of a medium sized company/group of companies is essential.


How to Apply



 
Send a very detailed and updated CV including current salary with subject heading PA TO MD on the subject line to consult@careeroptionsafrica.co.ke



Tthe CV must clearly indicate the duties , responsibilities and agreed performance targets of all positions held and the immediate supervisor. 



Because of the urgency in filling this position, short listing will be done as CVs are received and closed as soon the minimum number of applicants to constitute a good short list is attained.

Do not attach certificates at this stage nor is a forwarding letter required









As our

Kenyan team grows, at the current moment we have an open position of
Economy /

Administrative Assistant
.

Since early 2000 we have supported our clients on a vast number of projects,

all over the world. 




Our

consultant pool consists of Swedish and non-Swedish consultants within the

fields of embedded systems, online solutions and application development. 

We are

primarily expanding by hiring people that will work as consultants at our

customers sites here in Sweden.



Please find the brief description below.


 
As an Economy / Administrative Assistant within Telescope Services AB, you will

work as a remote support of our Swedish Financial team and Ukrainian Competence

Management team.



As a team member you need to be positive, open minded, cooperative and

communicative. 


Good

English skills are essential.



Requested competences
 (please

make sure this is documented in your CV):


  • Good

    knowledge of Google apps (mainly Google docs, sheets, Drive, calendar);

  • Good

    knowledge of MS Excel or Open Office;

  • Good

    English;

  • Systematic,

    organized, responsive, and responsible;

  • Some

    work experience;

  • Some

    experience or knowledge of IT area is a plus.


Responsibilities

include:

  • Data

    handling of reported time from various systems and comparing that data is

    accurate and correct;

  • Preparation

    of customer invoices, salary reports, and invoices for book keeping;

  • Creating

    CVs of IT candidates in the internal Telescope database.



Duration:
 Long

term commitment with initial six months’ probation period.



Work will be home based initially.



Salary:
 discussed,

but not more than 300 USD/month.



Kindly send your CV to vacancies@telescopesoftware.se With email subject as

Application for Economy/Administrative Assistant Position Nairobi





More

about the company you may find following the link:

http://www.telescopeservices.se/.




Organization: Development Alternatives, Inc.

Country: Kenya

Closing date: 10 Jun 2016


Objective of the Programme:


Promoting Inclusive Markets in Somalia (PIMS) is a DFID funded project in Somalia, implemented by Development Alternatives Inc. with an overall Project Objective of the Promoting Inclusive Markets in Somalia, encourage the growth of the private sector, job creation and, as a result, reduce poverty in Somalia. PIMS will work through the private sector to support the functioning of markets in key sectors, through addressing failures in terms of small-scale productive infrastructure, market information, coordination failures, and access to finance.


Position:


Reporting to the Operations and Finance Manager


As a member of the DAI / PIMS management team the Grants and Compliance Officer will:


  • Manage the grants procedures in line with DAI policies, donor guidelines and PIMS Partner guidelines;

  • In consultation with the operations and finance manager and the management develop additional grant reporting tools as required to ensure compliance;

  • Assist in conducting due diligence checks on prospective grantees. This includes assessment of the financial, organization governance, grants management and administrative capacity of grantees and provide advice on any capacity gaps arising from these assessments.

  • Work with the Operations and Finance Manager to manage the grants management operations of DAI-PIMS partners. Review the monthly financial reports and ensuring all reports are complete and accurate and timely submitted.

  • Maintain financial oversight of programme funds disbursed to sub grantees, tracking the spending to ensure compliance with financial management regulations and donor requirements;

  • Coordinate with the Operations and Finance Manager the timely provision of feedback, support and mentoring to grantees on financial reporting and systems;

  • Budget tracking of partner organizations budgets during their program implementation to ensure that they are in accordance with their scorecards;

  • Conduct quarterly random spot checks on partner receipts as necessary;

  • Provide comprehensive grantee financial reporting details and quarterly funds request to the Operations and Finance Manager for audits;

  • Ensure grants management records are uploaded into TAMIS efficiently, ensuring TAMIS is always up to date;

  • Support the on-going assessment of performance delivery of grantees against project objectives;

  • Assist the Operations & Finance Manager in liaising closely with grantees to ensure understanding of and compliance with the grants management manual and procedures;

  • Together with other DAI specialists guide grantees in implementing their proposals according to PIMS Partner work plans;

  • Contribute to efforts in meeting donor reporting requirements as well as reporting to DAI Europe home office

  • Develop and oversee the process of conducting the final grantees evaluation reporting and closure of grants;

  • Contribute to capturing lessons learned and end of project audit.

Requirements:


  • Degree in Business Administration, or equivalent degree/s in finance, accounting, commerce, or closely related field.

  • Minimum of 7 years’ experience managing grants with sub grantee arrangements, accounting, and reporting functions

  • Experience working on DFID-funded contracts is required.

  • Experience with DFID project accounting requirements and experience in creating, utilizing, and managing systems and staff that ensure compliance with those requirements.

  • Experience in budget monitoring and managing financial reporting requirements.

  • Audit experience of DFID grants highly desirable

  • Demonstrated success in achieving results under challenging implementation circumstances.

  • Previous experience in Somalia is an advantage but not a requirement.

  • Fluency in English is required; knowledge of local languages (Arabic or Somali) is a plus.

Location: Nairobi, Kenya with travel to Somalia as required and as the security situation allows


Interested applicants should attach a cover letter showing how their qualification and experience match the positions and a detailed resume with 3 professional referees to their application by 10th June 2016.



How to apply:

https://chm.tbe.taleo.net/chm04/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=DAINC&cws=1&rid=2647






Sales Team Managers with Leading Life Insurance Company
 



Introduction: Our Client is a well established Life Insurance Company with a track record of innovation and customer responsiveness. 



The Client is rolling out premium services and products targeted at the high end market to be rolled out by a newly stabilized division with new unique ‘Prestige’ Branch Network.  




 
To roll out this premium service, the Client wishes to recruit unit managers for the prestige branches.


Job Brief: The Unit Manager will lead a team of specially selected Insurance sales agents who can appeal to and effectively serve the high end market with unique Savings and Life Insurance products. 



He/she will ensure the team is well trained, motivated and effectively coordinated to render truly premium services to the target clientele.
 



Major duties include;


  • Recruitment of Sales Agents

  • In coordinating with the Branch Manager, ensure the Insurance ‘Prestige’ Unit is effectively manned.

  • Leading the delivery of best quality customer service.

  • Participate in continuous improvement of the product design and service delivery package.

  • Be the face of the unit and maintain personal touch with all prestige customers.

  • Advice the management on continuous enhancement of the Customer experience.


Person  Specifications
 



We are looking for energetic and dynamic individuals with a track record of success in insurance sales or Bank Relationship Management and who have good contacts and existing network with a pool of high income individuals.
 



The following qualifications and competencies are essential;


  • Minimum professional qualification of a Diploma in a Business Field. A Bachelors Degree will be an added advantage.

  • At least two (2) years continuous experience in Life Insurance Sales preferably in Life Insurance or three (3) years of experience in banking relationship Management with a reputable bank.

  • Excellent communication skills

  • Very good leadership skills.

  • Experience in leading a team.

  • Good networking skills.


Candidates who do not meet these requirements are encouraged to send their CV for our database and other vacancies and not to respond specifically to this advert.




Remuneration



 
A reasonable fixed monthly salary with the best sales bonuses in the Insurance Sector are on offer. 



Successful candidates can expect all necessary facilitation to settle and excel on the job from the employer.




Application



 
To apply for this position Send CV to consult@careeroptionsafrica.co.ke with the job title Finance and Administration Officer on the email subject line.