Job Title: Database and Quality Officer
1 Position Based in Dadaab
Contract Duration: 3 months with possibility of extension based on availability of funds
Closing date: 03 December 2011
Starting date: Immediately
Fafi Integrated Development Association (FaIDA) is a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) operating in Fafi District.
FaIDA seeks to address the causes and consequences of human suffering and poverty amongst some of the most vulnerable communities in Fafi District and the region at large through participatory relief and development invention in partnership with Governmental and Non-Governmental Organisation.
FaIDA, with financial support from Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is implementing a three months emergency WASH project in Kambii Oos refugee camp to address the sanitation and hygiene challenges in the camp.
FaIDA is recruiting a qualified Kenyan citizen for the position of Database and Quality Officer to be based in Dadaab on a three (3) months contract with a possibility of extension depending on the availability of funds.
The successful candidate should be willing to relocate to Dadaab and report to work immediately.
Duties and Responsibilities
Information Systems and Database Management: Administers a variety of database systems including Microsoft SQL Server, Filemaker Pro, and other Database Management Systems (DBMS); maintains and administers Web server and middleware tools used to develop Web database systems and framework; develops and enforces database administration and user standards and procedures.
Communications/Technical Assistance: Oversees the design and maintenance of online communications, including database-driven Web sites; assists and supports organizational members and clients with network, database, and application training and technical support; plans and prepares correspondence
Office Operations Support: Assists staff in developing procedures, forms, exhibits, and database documentation; configures hardware and software utilized on database and Web servers. Help in Data entry and analysis and generating reports to support decision making; Develop monitoring and evaluation tools.
Person specification:
Any combination of education and training equivalent to possession of a Bachelor's degree that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties and responsibilities as described.
Sufficient formal and/or informal training experience in Database Management Systems (DBMS) administration and maintenance, database design, analysis, and management; extensive experience as a database designer/information systems analyst, database manager or database administrator.
All interested applicants should send their application attaching their CV and a letter of motivation to:
Finance and Administration Officer,
Fafi Integrated Development Association (FaIDA)
P.O. Box 284, Garissa
Email: info@faidakenya.org and copy to caleb.ouma@faidakenya.org
NB: Only email application will be accepted and only shortlisted candidate will be contacted directly
Wednesday, 30 November 2011
Bridge International Academies - Billing Specialist
Position Title: Billing Specialist
About Bridge International Academies
Bridge International Academies is a for-profit startup company revolutionizing education across Africa with a unique business model. The company runs a large-scale network of low-cost primary schools in Kenya that significantly outperforms other primary schools in the same areas because of our “school in a box” systems.
Our schools profitably deliver this high-quality education for less than $4 per child per month, which enable the schools to cover all their costs and create a profitable central organization at scale.
We have launched 37 schools in Kenya, we will double in size in the next 6 months, and plan to rapidly scale the company to serve more than 1 million students across the continent.
About this position
We have and are continuing to develop one of the most sophisticated approaches to providing affordable education to MILLIONS of children in one of the most challenging environments in the world.
A central part of our operations includes the identification and verification of plots of land for our schools inside the informal settlements.
This position with within a production environment, primary responsible for performing all billing transactions required including (but not exclusive to) refunds, approving duplicate payment transactions, electronic check processing, past due invoices and endorsement changes.
Key Areas of Responsibilities:
About Bridge International Academies
Bridge International Academies is a for-profit startup company revolutionizing education across Africa with a unique business model. The company runs a large-scale network of low-cost primary schools in Kenya that significantly outperforms other primary schools in the same areas because of our “school in a box” systems.
Our schools profitably deliver this high-quality education for less than $4 per child per month, which enable the schools to cover all their costs and create a profitable central organization at scale.
We have launched 37 schools in Kenya, we will double in size in the next 6 months, and plan to rapidly scale the company to serve more than 1 million students across the continent.
About this position
We have and are continuing to develop one of the most sophisticated approaches to providing affordable education to MILLIONS of children in one of the most challenging environments in the world.
A central part of our operations includes the identification and verification of plots of land for our schools inside the informal settlements.
This position with within a production environment, primary responsible for performing all billing transactions required including (but not exclusive to) refunds, approving duplicate payment transactions, electronic check processing, past due invoices and endorsement changes.
Key Areas of Responsibilities:
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word and Excel required)
- Strong use of keyboard shortcuts; 10 key
- Must have strong knowledge of billing and financial concepts
- Works well in an environment with firm deadlines; results oriented
- Perform multiple tasks effectively
- Able to work both independently and as part of a team
- Strong analytical skills required
- Capable of making timely, independent decisions
- Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communications skill
- Identifies and resolves client billing complaints
- Provides weekly and monthly reports and goes over with COO
- Maintains strictest confidentiality
- Opens and closes all files
- Responsible for overall coordination of billing and accounts receivables process
- Enters daily payment receipts
- Maintains, customize and troubleshoots the billing/client management software
- Performs other duties as assigned
About You
- 4-year bachelor's degree in real estate, finance or business administration
- Possess advanced skills in negotiating, selling and marketing
- Ability to work long hours including weekends
- Passionate about children and education in Africa
- Knowledge of billing/collection practices (at least 3-5 years of experience)
- Knowledge of billing computer programs
- Ability to operate office equipment
- Ability to read, understand and follow oral and written instructions
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and employees
- Effective knowledge of business office procedures
- Must be well organized , detail-oriented and personable with a professional dimeanour
- Excellent communication skill necessary to interact with attorneys/lawyers and clients by both telephone and written correspondence
In order to be considered for this position all candidates must register and upload their CV’s on our website at www.bridgeinternationalacademies.com
Land Physical Planner - Nairobi, Kenya - Bridge International Academies (KShs 70,000 - 75,000)
Position Title: Land Physical Planner
Location: Nairobi
Salary: Kshs.70,000 – Kshs.75,000
About Bridge International Academies
Bridge International Academies is a for-profit startup company revolutionizing education across Africa with a unique business model. The company runs a large-scale network of low-cost primary schools in Kenya that significantly outperforms other primary schools in the same areas because of our “school in a box” systems.
Our schools profitably deliver this high-quality education for less than $4 per child per month, which enable the schools to cover all their costs and create a profitable central organization at scale.
We have launched 37 schools in Kenya, we will double in size in the next 6 months, and plan to rapidly scale the company to serve more than 1 million students across the continent.
About this position
We have and are continuing to develop one of the most sophisticated approaches to providing affordable education to MILLIONS of children in one of the most challenging environments in the world.
We have a need to recruit for the position of Lands Physical Planner which will involve developing and execute land-use policies for Bridge.
The individual must have a sense of community service, the desire to develop projects for the greater and long-term good of not only the community but also considering the effect on the environment and should have practical experience in land use and solving problems.
They will be responsible for:
Location: Nairobi
Salary: Kshs.70,000 – Kshs.75,000
About Bridge International Academies
Bridge International Academies is a for-profit startup company revolutionizing education across Africa with a unique business model. The company runs a large-scale network of low-cost primary schools in Kenya that significantly outperforms other primary schools in the same areas because of our “school in a box” systems.
Our schools profitably deliver this high-quality education for less than $4 per child per month, which enable the schools to cover all their costs and create a profitable central organization at scale.
We have launched 37 schools in Kenya, we will double in size in the next 6 months, and plan to rapidly scale the company to serve more than 1 million students across the continent.
About this position
We have and are continuing to develop one of the most sophisticated approaches to providing affordable education to MILLIONS of children in one of the most challenging environments in the world.
We have a need to recruit for the position of Lands Physical Planner which will involve developing and execute land-use policies for Bridge.
The individual must have a sense of community service, the desire to develop projects for the greater and long-term good of not only the community but also considering the effect on the environment and should have practical experience in land use and solving problems.
They will be responsible for:
- Drafting change of users, extension of users ,amalgamations;
- Lodging the change of users at relevant municipal councils in different parts of the Country;
- Following up on the change of users/ amalgamations/ extensions until the have been approved by the relevant council;
- Collecting data from the field required to draft the applications ;
- Collecting relevant documents and details from councils/ land owners e.t.c. required during the drafting of the change of user applications;
- Collecting and reporting on any relevant information that may directly or indirectly affect the planning applications.
About you
- Have a degree in urban and regional planning
- Have 4-5 years’ experience in drafting change of user applications
- Conversant with various aspects of the law that concerns development and planning
- Excellent computer skills in MS Office
- Have the flexibility to travel to different parts of the Country at short notice
- Be able to prepare planning briefs (change of users/ extension of users/ amalgamations e.t.c.)
- Have experience working with municipal or county councils
- Have the ability to multitask and meet changing demands as required
- Be able to work in the field and deliver quality work
In order to be considered for this position all candidates must register and upload their CV’s on our website at www.bridgeinternationalacademies.com
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Head of Marketing
Job Title: Head of Marketing
Job Code: Head of Marketing / MJO
Number of Positions Open: 1
Reports To: CEO
Location: Kenya
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Summary
Our client is engaged in the production of breakfast cereals. Their main goal is to provide customers with high quality products that are nutritious to eat.
The candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing marketing strategies and marketing activities in line with the organization’s brand & product Strategies.
Primary Responsibilities
Job Code: Head of Marketing / MJO
Number of Positions Open: 1
Reports To: CEO
Location: Kenya
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Summary
Our client is engaged in the production of breakfast cereals. Their main goal is to provide customers with high quality products that are nutritious to eat.
The candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing marketing strategies and marketing activities in line with the organization’s brand & product Strategies.
Primary Responsibilities
- Involved in preparation of marketing plan and marketing budget.
- In charge of brand Visibility at the various consumer touch points
- Partner with distributors Stockiest regarding promotions/PR and marketing requirement.
- Coordinate with communication and marketing agency regarding promotions, marketing and PR.
- Work closely with Production and distribution to ensure that the products are available at the market place.
Specific Roles and Responsibilities
Brand Communication & Management
Brand Communication & Management
- Build Brand Awareness, visibility and positioning strategies
- Estimate annual budget requirement for marketing initiatives
- In charge on development of effective communication material
- Approve visual point of sale merchandising.
Customer
- Determine various channels to create a brand loyalty with the consumer
- Create an efficient customer feedback channel and ensure that all their queries are addressed.
- Review market trends on a regular basis and make changes according to change in business environment and customer feedback.
Market intelligence
- Acquire knowledge regarding new and emerging marketing trends in the industry.
- Carry out market research, competitor and customer surveys.
Team Leadership
- Evaluate to review departmental performance, activities and targets.
- Appraise individual team members performance and provide leadership and support
- Monitor and report on activities and provide relevant management information.
Education, Skills and Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in any field.
How to Apply
Interested candidates holding the necessary requirements, good performance and / or references are encouraged to apply with detailed CV’s, inclusive of names and contacts of 3 referees, current telephone number and email address by sending CV to recruiter@personnelresource.com
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
“Personnel Resource is an equal opportunity employer”
Interested candidates holding the necessary requirements, good performance and / or references are encouraged to apply with detailed CV’s, inclusive of names and contacts of 3 referees, current telephone number and email address by sending CV to recruiter@personnelresource.com
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
“Personnel Resource is an equal opportunity employer”
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