UON - Senior Lecturer, Department of Environmental and Biosystems Engineering Job Vacancy

University of Nairobi
Applications are invited for the following position:

Senior Lecturer, Department of Environmental and Biosystems Engineering (CAE)

AC/9/406/11

R&T

1 Post

Applicants must be holders of Ph.D. degree in Engineering or it equivalent.

They must have a minimum of five years teaching experience at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels three of which should be at lecturer level.

They should have a minimum of four (4) publications in refereed journals or two (2) publications and two (2) chapters in scholarly books since the last promotion.

They should have supervised at least three (3) masters' students to completion. They should show evidence of continuing research work.

They must be specialized in the following areas:- Environmental Engineering, Irrigation and Water Resources Engineering, Power and Machinery Engineering, Process and Food Engineering and Structures Engineering. They should be registered or registrable with the Engineers Registration Board of Kenya.

Successful candidate will be expected to teach and supervise both undergraduate and postgraduate students.

Note:
1. Applicants should forward ten (10) copies of their application letters accompanied by a similar number of certified copies of certificates and C.V.s giving details of their qualifications, experience, research activities and publications appear in.

2. Applications and related documents should be forwarded through the applicants' heads of departments and applicants should state their current designations and salaries and other benefits attached to those designations. They should quote post reference codes as shown for each posts in the advertisement.

Applications should be addressed as per the code below:-

R&T: The Deputy Registrar, (R&T), Box 30197-00100 Nairobi

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted closing date: September 23, 2011.

University of Nairobi is an equal opportunity employer

Managerial Job Vacancies - Eastern Kenya (8 Positions)

Our Client, one of the premier milk processors owned by co-operative societies from Eastern Kenya has the following opportunities for senior management team to act as change managers.

1. General Manager/CEO

• Bachelors Degree preferably in business or management science.
• Any Professional qualifications will be an added advantage
• Those with engineering qualifications backed with diploma or professional qualification in business related courses shall be considered
• At least 7 years experience in a senior management position in FMCG or marketing co-operatives with proven track record.
• Must demonstrate superior understanding of the dairy sector, organizational leadership and ability to drive change in institutions.

2. Finance Manager

• Bachelors Degree in business related field preferably accounting/finance, Economics or Business Administration
• CPA(K)
• Knowledge of automated financial and accounting reporting systems.
• At least 5 years experience in FMCG organizations

3. Production Manager

• Bachelors Degree in Food and Technology, Dairy Production
• Conversant with modern dairy processing practices and standards
• Ability to oversee the implementation of new production methodologies and mentor a team of young professionals
• At least 3 years experience in food manufacturing preferably dairy sector

4. Plant Engineer/Operations Manager

• Bachelors degree in Engineering with demonstrated success in maintenance of production machinery in a busy FMCG
• Conversant with installation and maintenance of processing machinery and new production facilities/technology
• Ability to document operational procedures and guide recovery procedures

5. Quality Control Manager

• Bachelors Degree in food science or related field
• Proven experience in quality standards and system audits including ISO and HACCP
• Ability to guide the implementation of quality systems and processes
• At least 3 years experience of quality assurance experience

6. Field Officer (Milk Procurement, AI and Extension Services)

• Bachelor Degree in Veterinary Science
• Experience in animal husbandry, breeding and animal health management
• Ability to communicate with rural farmers and train them in milk production, animal health and breeding
• Conversant with modern AI services
• At least 2 years experience in animal husbandry, farm record management, milk procurement

7. Sales and Marketing Officer

• Bachelors Degree in marketing or related field and at least 2 years experience in an FMCG environment
• Those with Diploma in sales and marketing and at least 5 years of experience in FMCG will be considered
• Ability to develop and implement sales strategies and supervise a team of sales representatives to exceed the set target
• Conversant with and ability to develop efficient distribution channels for dairy products

8. Human Resources Officer

• Higher Diploma in Human resource management
• At least 3 years experience in a busy organization
• Conversant with compensation, benefits and incentive schemes
• Ability to handle employee relations in a manufacturing setup

9. ICT Officer

• Diploma in computer Science/ICT
• Professional qualification in ICT related field such as networking, database management added advantage
• Ability to utilize ICT investments for efficient operations with the organization
• At least 2 years of experience in a busy organization

Qualified applicants should send their applications with CVs and testimonials via email address provided below by 27th September 2011.

Please quote current salary and expected Salary

Shortlisted candidates shall be contacted through telephone numbers indicated on their CVs.

Note: Indicate the position applied for in the subject of the email message

The Head
Co-operative Consultancy Services
Email: co-opconsultancy@co-opbank.co.ke

Sameer Africa Job Vacancies

Sameer Africa Limited, a leading tyre solutions provider with offices in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and a strong presence within the COMESA Region has exciting opportunities for talented, dynamic and results driven individuals to fill the following positions based in Nairobi;

1. Manager, Brand and Communications

Job Purpose

Reporting to the General Manager, Marketing & Regional Sales, the job holder will be responsible for the development and implementation of Brand plans and programs to achieve the Company’s goals.

Key Responsibilities will include:-

• Developing and implementing annual brand plans to achieve set objectives
• Developing brand activities that will build brand equity through ensuring visibility, brand awareness and brand loyalty
• Preparation and management of the brand support budget in line with the brand plans
• Liaising with the advertising agencies to develop brand advertising/communication materials for market activation
• Developing, executing and monitoring product launches/re-launch and promotion plans
• Developing and executing corporate brand communication /PR/CSR plans
• Identifying, implementing and benchmarking for best practices in brand management

Knowledge, Skills, Competencies and experience

• Bachelors’ Degree in a Business related field. (A post-graduate qualification in Marketing will be an added advantage)
• Consumer understanding
• Brand equity management and market intelligence
• Proven track record in executing brand and media communications
• New product project management skills
• Self-driven and result oriented individual
• A team player with excellent communication, problem solving, analytical and interpersonal skills
• At least five years’ experience in a busy brand/marketing function of a medium to large size organization
• Strong in conceptual thinking that connects consumers to a brand

2) Manager, Financial Accounting

Job purpose

Reporting to the General Manager, Finance, the job holder will be responsible for implementing accounting and internal controls related to Financial Accounting and Coordinate expenditure and statutory financial reporting activities.

Among others, key responsibilities will be:-

• Leading in the preparation of individual Company financial statements and consolidation
• Ensuring efficient management of working capital
• Supervising the preparation of journal entries and maintaining the operational integrity of the accounting information system
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory reporting requirements and standards (IFRS) and (IAS)
• Maintaining accounting and internal control procedures
• Coordinating treasury, tax planning and compliance in line with regulatory requirements
• Preparation and monitoring operational budgets
• Coordinating periodic and statutory audits

Knowledge, Skills, Competencies and Experience

• The successful candidate should be a fully qualified accountant (CPA (K), / ACCA or equivalent) and be a member of ICPAK.
• Bachelors’ degree in Commerce, Finance or Business Administration. A Masters’ Degree or MBA will be an added advantage
• Good working knowledge of leading ERP systems (Advertiser using SAP EC6 ERP)
• Sound knowledge in internal controls, treasury, risk, tax and management reporting
• Hands-on experience in a senior accounting position for at least four (4) years
• Self-driven and result oriented individual
• A team player with excellent communication, problem solving, analytical and interpersonal skills

3) Manager, Training & Development

Job Purpose

Reporting to the Head of Human Resources, the job holder will be responsible for the implementation of learning and development plans and activities to achieve the Company’s goals.

Among others, key responsibilities will be:-

• Developing and implementing learning and development programs
• Reviewing skills and competencies inventory to ensure current and future organizational talent pool and capabilities are aligned to business objectives
• Carrying out training needs analysis and managing delivery of training and development plans
• Reviewing and recommending internal and external learning and development initiatives in line with business objectives
• Managing the talent flow by leading recruitment, career management and succession planning in line with company goals and objectives
• Implementing and monitoring the performance evaluation framework and periodical reviews
• Reviewing and updating position profiles and ensure alignment to organizational needs

Knowledge, skills, competencies and experience

• Bachelors’ Degree plus a post graduate qualification in Human Resources Management / Degree in Human Resources Management
• Sound knowledge in organizational development and performance management programs
• Self-driven and result oriented individual
• A team player with excellent communication, problem solving, analytical and interpersonal skills
• At least 5 years working experience in comparable role in a busy HR department

Interested candidates should forward their applications and detailed CV’s to the following address:

The Head of Human Resources
Sameer Africa Limited
P.O. Box 30429- 00100,
Nairobi

or through e-mail: hr@sameerafrica.com

Please ensure you indicate your telephone contacts, names and contacts of three referees, one of which should be current or a previous employer, to reach us on or before 27th September, 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Stores Clerk / Record Management Job Vacancy - Kisumu, Kenya

Position: Stores Clerk / Record Management

Location: Kisumu

Qualification: Diploma Supplies and stores management

Additional Qualification: Valid Certificate of good conduct and driving licence.

Salary: Negotiable

Send cv to: vacancy@ojtos-group.com