at Afrique shipping services limited in Nairobi

We are logistics company based in Nairobi and we are urgently looking for customer care (1) positon to join our company laitest 21/11/2011, He or she should be holding Diploma in business administration and also computer litrate. willing canditates to send there CV and quote there salary expectation to above email id to reach us before 19/11/2011. (Shipping / Clearing & Forwarding / logistics knowledge will be an added advantage value )

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Shelter Afrique is a regional Housing Finance Institution established by African governments and the African Development Bank dedicated to investment in housing and urban development in African countries.

The current shareholding comprises 42 African countries, the African Development Bank and the African Re-Insurance Corporation.

The institution, with its headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya, invites applications from suitably qualified individuals who are nationals of its member countries to fill the position of Personal Assistant.

The details of the position are provided below as follows:

The job holder is responsible for the coordination of activities in the MD’s Office relating to administrative, public relations, secretarial and support services in an effective and confidential manner.

Other specific responsibilities include:

Maintaining and managing efficient and effective communications channels between the office of the Managing Director; the Board Chairperson; other departments and external customers;Provide support in the organization and management of internal/external events by providing public relations support and related communication.Draft, both in English and French, routine correspondence and reports; proofread a wide variety of general and financial reports, letters, memos, specifications, and statistical charts, independently compose correspondence on routine administrative matters.Receive and screen incoming calls, visitors, correspondence and reports; handles routine matters personally and determines and forwards priority matters to the Managing Director or appropriate officers accordingly. In addition, oversee the prompt collection and delivery of incoming and outgoing mail to correct addresses.Maintain the Managing Director’s calendar and schedule of appointments. Liase with the admin office on the preparation of both local and international travel logistics for the Managing Director.In concert with the IT Unit, responsible for the day-to-day updating, editing and proofreading and posting material content to the Web-site.Monitoring the usage and traffic of website and compiling reports on the same.Bachelors degree in social sciences or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution of higher learning;Computer skills backed by high level proficiency in Microsoft office, computer keyboard operations, transcription and typing skills.Proficiency & fluency in both English and French languagesMinimum four (4) years relevant experience preferably gained in providing support to top executive and senior management.Terms of offer

The position is on general service employment terms and conditions of service. Shelter-Afrique offers competitive salary and benefits package and a collegial working environment.

Applicants are invited to send a cover letter illustrating their suitability against the listed qualifications/ competencies/skills and a detailed curriculum vitae, with names and addresses of three referees (including telephone, fax numbers and email address) either by post, fax or email to the following contact:

Managing Director,
Shelter-Afrique,
P.O. Box 41479,
Nairobi 00100, Kenya

or via Fax: (254) 20 272 2024/272 1211

or email: jobs@shelterafrique.org

Applications shall be considered until 6th May, 2011.

Only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted.

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Shelter Afrique is a regional Housing Finance Institution established by African governments and the African Development Bank dedicated to investment in housing and urban development in African countries.

The current shareholding comprises 42 African countries, the African Development Bank and the African Re-Insurance Corporation. The institution, with its headquarters in Nairobi, would like to fill the following vacancy in its Corporate Affairs & Secretariat Department.

Position Title: Director Corporate Services/ Company Secretary

Grade: D1

Reporting to: Managing Director

Overall Purpose

Responsible to the Managing Director for handling all the Company’s legal matters in close consultation Managing Director to whom he will also report directly on his day to day performance of duties.

In addition responsible planning, coordinating and implementing human capital and administration policies, strategies, systems and processes aligned to the strategic objectives.

Other duties include, management of administrative support services such as procurement and supplies, logistics and mail delivery, transport services, provision of insurance cover, health and occupational safety, security and disaster recovery as well as maintenance of equipment, machinery and office facilities

Core Duties and Responsibilities

Formulation of corporate policies and procedures in conjunction with other departments, for submission to the Managing Director.Provide all legal services on operations and finance mattersProvide Secretarial services to the decision making bodies of the Company (General Meeting and Board of Directors as well as any AGM and Board committeesReport on implementation of decisions and resolutions made by the AGM, Board of Directors as well as AGM and Board CommitteesEnsure general harmonization of communication channelsCoordinate relations with Directors, shareholders and governments of member countries as well as with authorities of the host country.Responsible for the day to day running of the Department of Secretariat, Conferences & DocumentationResponsible for overseeing the Human Resource as well as Administration functions through formulation of policies & strategies.Supervise the division of Conferences & documentation General planning, organizing and holding of AGM’s, Board meetings and annual symposia;The co-ordination, preparation and final distribution of documents relating to AGM and Board meetings as well as annual symposiaThe planning, organizing and coordination of all legal matters pertaining to the Company’s operations and activities;The implementation of institutional resolutions regarding all matters of agreements with the host country and the use of the official seal of Shelter Afrique.Organizing and carrying out the registration and custody of originals of agreements, conventions and contracts signed with states and organizations, including host country and ensuring observance of obligations and rights stipulated thereinMinimum Qualifications & Experience
Masters degree in Commercial Law (LLM) Business Administration (MBA), Economics or a related field plus. In addition, must possess LLB degreeMinimum ten (10) years experience in providing legal and company secretarial services. Exposure to commercial law in Francophone countries mainly OHADA rules will be an added advantage.Working knowledge of both English & French will be an added advantageComprehensive understanding of commercial law including legal and regulatory framework governing the regulation of financial sectorsStrong communication skills and ability to develop proposals, concept papers, position papers as well as write reports and prepare relevant publicationsFlexibility and responsiveness in providing high quality customer serviceProficiency in computer applications including word processing, spreadsheets, data base, presentation, email, internet etcAbility to deliver SHAF’s articulated vision for change, create a sense of urgency around change and motivates staff to join change effortsAbility to maintain professional status and keep abreast of evolving legal trends through continuing legal educationShelter-Afrique offers competitive salary and benefits package and a collegial working environment.

Applicants are invited to send a cover letter illustrating their suitability against the listed qualifications/ competencies/skills and detailed curriculum vitae, current & expected salary as well as names and addresses of three referees (including telephone & email address) to jobs@shelterafrique.org

Applicants should indicate “Director Corporate Services” as the subject line of their email submissions.

Deadlines for submission of applications is 18th February 2011.

Only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted.

We invite you to learn more about Shelter-Afrique by accessing our web site: http://www.shelterafrique.org/

For more jobs in Kenya, visit http://www.kenyan-jobs.com/ today.

Shelter - Afrique is a regional Housing Finance Institution established by African governments and the African Development Bank dedicated to investment in housing and urban development in African countries.

The current shareholding comprises 42 African countries, the African Development Bank and the African Re-Insurance Corporation.

The institution, with its headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya, invites applications from suitably qualified individuals who are nationals of its member countries to fill the following vacant position:

Job Title: Administrative Assistant

Responsible to Director Finance for providing effective secretarial support and performing routine clerical and administrative functions such as drafting letters and reports, drafting correspondence, scheduling appointments, organizing and maintaining files, retrieving documents as well as synchronizing and updating the office diary.

Job Description

Maintain effective communication channels with other departments as well as external organizations and individuals.Prepare notes, draft correspondence type letters and reports including document binding in accordance with agreed instructions in both English & French.Respond to telephone inquiries, giving information to callers and routing calls to appropriate officials and also placing outgoing calls in both English & French.Receive official visitors to Directors office by ascertaining the nature of business and directing them accordingly.Receive, sort, record and distribute mail, general correspondence and documents to appropriate officials.Schedule appointments and screen requests for meetings, synchronize and update appointments for the Director.Prepare both local and international itineraries; confirm travel, freight and hotel reservations.Locate and attach appropriate files to correspondence or queries as well as organize filing and retrieval systems.Oversee proper maintenance, storage, retrieval of files and documents in order to ensure that they are accessible and secureOrganize meetings and conferences and accurately record proceedings of various deliberationsOperate and maintain electronic office equipment and tools including word processing and photocopying machines, scanning and binding equipmentMonitor and track the progress of various assignments and regularly updating the Director and other members of staff on specific deadlines and problems.
Bachelors Degree in Office/ Business Administration, Secrétariat studies or other related studiesComputer Driving License backed by high level proficiency in computer keyboard operations and transcription skills (minimum 50 wpm typing skills)Minimum three (3) years relevant experience preferably gained in providing support to top executive and senior managementFluency in French is a requisite for this position.Demonstrate high level of interpersonal, problem solving and conflict resolution skillsProficiency and exposure to Oracle E.R.P will be an added advantageThe position is on general service terms and conditions of service. Shelter-Afrique offers competitive salary and benefits package and a collegial working environment.

Applicants are invited to send their applications via email addressed to the Managing Director, Shelter-Afrique, and P.O. Box 41479, Nairobi 00100, Kenya through: jobs@shelterafrique.org

Applicants should indicate “Application for Administrative Assistant” as the subject line of their email submissions which shall be considered until C.O.B 11th February, 2011.

For more jobs in Kenya, visit http://www.kenyan-jobs.com/ today.

Shelter Afrique is a regional housing finance institution established by African Governments and the African Development Bank dedicated to investment in housing and urban development in African countries.

The current shareholding comprises 42 African countries, the African Development Bank and the African Re-Insurance Corporation.

The institution, with its headquarters in Nairobi, would like to fill the following vacancy in its Business Development & Operations Department.

Position Title: Director Business Development & Operations
Grade: D1
Reporting to: Managing Director

Overall Purpose

Responsible to the Managing Director for the overall management of the Department. Plans, organizes and oversees the implementation of the Departments work program which mainly includes Business Development, Project management, Customer Relations, Market Development and new products Development.

In addition assist in implementing the company’s strategies and oversee the systematic collection and analysis of country data as well as constant interaction with Government officials, contractors and consultants.

Prepare lending programs for each country and supervise implementation through identification, preparation, appraisal and supervision of projects and programs. Lead the business development activities of the company and monitor existing portfolio. Maintain relations with development partners operating in different countries

Core Duties & Responsibilities

Develop strategies to identify prospective customers, partners, or collaborative companies/relationships that will drive revenue growth and market penetration.Conduct opportunity assessment and related sessions to drive selection and prioritization of business and product development areas.Lead the market and product opportunity analysis (sizing; competition, compliance to policy etc.)Review investment proposals and appraisal reportsManage early relationships/partnerships through contract negotiation at the stage of cooperation.Work closely with key members of the Finance team and Executive Management team to determine the appropriate markets to focus on and then develop strategies for rapid market entry.Prepare business development management reports according to reporting scheduleLead in business development missions to assigned countries to promote and identify projects for possible financing; represent Company executives in meetings with financial institutions, chambers of commerce, government departments and private corporations.Identify privatization opportunities and assess the need for technical assistance and advisory services.Oversee initial project assessment.Oversee the preparation of appraisal reports and investment proposals for consideration by Management.Minimum Qualifications & Experience
MBA or other business advanced degree.10 years experience in investment analysis and decision makingStrong written and verbal communication skills.Experience in providing leadership to a team of Investment & Portfolio managersExperience in the Construction /Project finance industryA proven track record of driving company growth and market entry at senior levels.Has demonstrated exceptional relationship building skills that have resulted into tangible results.Experience in developing and managing strategic partnership.Experience in market analysis and business modeling.Demonstrated ability to think and act systematicallyStrong organizational and multi- tasking skills.Working in a multicultural backgroundBilingual is an added advantageShelter-Afrique offers competitive salary and benefits package and a collegial working environment.

Applicants are invited to send a cover letter illustrating their suitability against the listed qualifications/ competencies/skills and detailed curriculum vitae, as well as names and addresses of three referees to jobs@shelterafrique.org

Applicants should indicate the position applied for as the subject line of their email submissions. Deadline for submission of applications is 14th February 2011.

Only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted.

We invite you to learn more about Shelter-Afrique by accessing our web site: http://www.shelterafrique.org/

For more jobs in Kenya, visit http://www.kenyan-jobs.com/ today.