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Save the Children International, Somalia / Somaliland Program Office is inviting interested vendors to submit bids for the below items, tender ref: SCI-SOM-2014/002
1. Customs Handling in Nairobi

2. Local transport within Nairobi Environment
3. Freight Forwarding services from Nairobi, Kenya to locations in Somali, Somaliland and Puntland
4. Road Transport from Nairobi to Dobley in Somalia South
Detailed technical specifications are included in the tender documents.
All eligible bidders with operations in Kenya can request for tender documents by sending an email quoting the above tender reference clearly stated in the subject box, to: somalia.procurement@savethechildren.org
Tender closing date is 20th May 2014. All completed bids, should be submitted in a sealed envelope, addressed to The Tender Committee at the below address. The envelope should indicate the ITT reference number, but have no other details relating to the bid.
Tender Committee,
Save the Children International, Somali/Somaliland Program
Matundu close, off school lane,
Westland’s, Nairobi,
Kenya
Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Title: Junior Sales Representative (Clearing & Forwarding)
Recruiter: Covenant Executives Consultants (COVEX)
 Reporting to: Sales Manager

Purpose of the Job: Going to clients place for technical surveys.

Going for survey at clients place explaining the packing process and the export process, then come back with surveyed volume and information on the packing specifications.

Ability to sell best service to the client.

Qualifications: Business course preferably sales & marketing

Experience: Clearing & forwarding experience is Mandatory of more than 2 years in a busy environment.

Duty station: Nairobi.

Age bracket: Below 35 years.

Salary: 30,000 Net pay.

Other benefits: Car, medical, airtime etc.

Commencement date: 1st February 2013.

We will contact those candidates with Clearing and Forwarding experience ONLY.

How to apply:

Please send updated resume & full page cover letter stating why you are the MOST preferred candidate. 

Indicate correct job title & current salary on subject line. Candidates with relevant experience will be contacted immediately.

Email: recruitment@covenantexecutives.co.ke

Note: Please DO NOT send certificates until you are requested by our office.

We are an established clearing and forwarding company with major clients in East and Central Africa. We are looking for qualified candidates to fill in the position of a “General Manager”
 Ensuring policies are put in place to govern all the operations of the organization;Supervision of all employees to ensure that all policies and procedures are implemented in all areas e.g.: port operations, shipping line procedures, customs procedures and accounting proceduresFollowing-up and solve any problem that may arise with shipping line, Kenya Revenue Authority, or port operations.Coordinating with client companies to obtain volume of future shipments for internal planning as well as maintaining good relationship and positive image of the company.Streamlining operations to achieve continuous efficiency in management and establishing clear procedures.Identifying, soliciting and directing all aspects of public relations, operations and other staffing;Must posses leadership skills and be a team playerAbility to work independently with sound decision making techniquesGood supervision skillsAbility to delegate work and provide solutions to technicalities as well as conflict ManagementQualifications and Other RequirementsMust be 36 years and above in ageMust have over 6 years experience in the same capacityHolder of a degree in Business Management or related fieldMust have a diploma in clearing & forwarding course, or any other related course from a recognized institution.Must demonstrate the ability to maintain good working relationships with all the stake holders in the field.Must be flexible in work habits and schedules,Must have good knowledge of government procedures relating to imports & exports knowledge of customs laws pertaining to Kenya, east and central Africa.Must be well conversant with port operations procedures with established relationship with all stake holders of the clearing and forwarding industry.Applications must be received on or before 17th September 2012
Applications enclosing current CV, Certificates and testimonials should be sent to:
DNA 1359
Box 80708-80100
Mombasa
E-mail: logisticsrecruits@gmail.com
Only successful candidates will be contacted

Covenant Executives Consultants (COVEX) is the leading recruitment and management consultancy located in Nairobi - Kenya.
Our client is looking for Clearing & Forwarding Supervisor to be based in Mombasa with relevant experience in similar capacity. The ideal candidate MUST be located in Mombasa.

Position: Clearing & Forwarding Supervisor 

Qualifications: Diploma in Clearing & Forwarding from a reputable institution.
 Experience: Minimum 5 years in similar capacity.
Age: MUST be above 27years old.
Commencement date: Immediately

Is Clearing & Forwarding your passion?

Complete all customs clearance duties necessary in order to ensure the smooth transfer of shipments by sea from Kenya and into Kenya.Arranging transfer of containers from and to MombasaArrangement of customs clearance with the KPAPossible verification of containers on arrivalCollection of original documentation from import controller and shipping coordinator if required for use in customs clearance in MombasaKeeping track of shipping news in the Mombasa area and relaying this information to the MD through written reportsWriting of any complaints, breakages, delays etc. and reporting this to the MD in Nairobi.Performs other duties as directed.Please indicate Job title on subject line specifying current salary. Kindly DO NOT apply if you miss any of the mentioned requirements.

How to apply:

Please send full page cover letter stating why you are the right candidate for this position.
Email: recruitment@covenantexecutives.co.ke

A highly reputable Clearing, Forwarding & Transport company is looking for:
1. Clearing & Forwarding Manager for Mombasa Office.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the efficient clearing of consignments to reduce delays and costs associated with it. Success in this position will depend to a large extent on the candidate’s ability to organize work, handle queries efficiently and to follow up all matters to a logical conclusion.
Qualifications and other requirementsAt least five years experience in a busy and reputed clearing & forwarding firm.Fully conversant with KRA, KPA, CFS, KEBS, shipping agents and Bonds procedures and requirements for both local and transit cargo.High integrity and ability to work with minimum supervision.Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.Excellent communication, interpersonal, negotiation and problem solving skills.Should be a team player and customer focused.Should be computer literate.Candidate earning less then Kshs.100,000/- p.m. need not apply.2. Credit Controller for Mombasa Office
The Credit Controller will be responsible for direct supervision of credit and collection of accounts. Assist the Management in all phases with regard to proper planning, controlling, monitoring, training and implementing effective work processes. Aid management with administrative functions of the department.
Maintain processes and implement procedures as established by management.
Qualifications and other requirementsCPA (K) or equivalent.3 years experience in commercial invoicing and supervision experience preferred. Experience with clearing, forwarding and transport industry will be preferred.Must be computer literate; prefer experience with current AX Dynamics; must have working knowledge of Microsoft applications (such as Word and Excel).Ability to work with others and possess problem solving skills; must have the capability of reading, understanding and explaining clearing & forwarding remittances.Must be knowledgeable of collection procedures for overdue accounts.Must be aware of laws and processes regarding debt collection.Must be able to communicate well with others.Salary and terms will commensurate the successful candidate’s experience and qualifications.We are an equal opportunity employer.
Please apply to:-
The Advertiser, PO Box 39310 – 00623, Nairobi, Kenya.