Spectre International Risk & Security Manager, Management Accountant and Accounting Clerk Job Vacancies

Spectre International Limited the leading manufacturer in the production of Industrial & Potable alcohol and allied products is looking for young and savvy professionals to be part of our team.

Risk and Security Manager

The successful candidate will be in charge of managing all elements of security and ensuring that there are efficient systems to safeguard Company assets and resources, including physical security, safety of personnel, security of material, information, visitors as well as the coordination of security functions to minimize potential security breaches.

Required Qualifications

• A degree in business, criminology or related field.
• Should have training in Security management.
• A minimum of 5 years experience as a senior manager in security management
• Knowledge of Kenyan laws , government regulations and guidelines pertaining to emergency and security.
• Possess thorough knowledge of advanced access control and camera systems.
• Able to advise management in improving and carrying out policies, processes and practices in accordance with security and state regulations.
• Able to analyze statistical data and reports to identify and determine how to make premises and grounds more safe and secure.
• Is preferably a former member of the police force or armed forces.

Management Accountant

The incumbent will be responsible for calculating, analyzing and reporting standard cost of production, manufacturing variances and plant inventory.

He/She will be reporting to the Financial Controller and will work to broad plant and corporate objectives requiring a great deal of cost analysis independent judgement and decision making.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 solid years of Cost Accounting in a Manufacturing Environment.
• Bachelors Degree in Accounting, ACCA or CPA(K)
• Must have a strong Cost systems background and have excellent analytical skills; sound understanding of accounting principles.
• Computer Literate - Strong Excel skills and the ability to use Outlook and Word
• Experience with ACCPAC a plus
• Experience working with engineering and manufacturing personnel on development and analysis of cost standards
• Ability to accurately prepare daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reports
• Knowledge of ERP

Accounting Clerk

The Accounting Clerk will perform a variety of general accounting support tasks in an accounting department including verifying the accuracy of invoices and other accounting documents or records, updating and maintaining accounting journals, ledgers and other records detailing financial business transactions (e.g., disbursements, expense vouchers, receipts, accounts payable).

Required Qualifications

• Ability to enter data into computer system using defined computer programs. (ACCPAC)
• Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Organizational, verbal and written communication skills a must.
• Attention to detail and ability to multi-task is an asset.
• Requires 3 years experience.

All suitably qualified candidates should send their detailed CV, a cover letter, current and expected salary plus two professional references to: hr@spectreint.co.ke

Closing date for applications will be 7th October, 2011

Business Development Manager Job Vacancy - Tour & Travel Agency - Nairobi, Kenya

A reputable and well established Tours / Travel Agency is looking for a self motivated and result oriented Business Development Manager reporting to the Managing Director.

This position is accountable for brand exposure; developing and implementing marketing strategies; identifying new business opportunities and coming up with an action plan for attaining the same.

The prospective ideal candidates should have the following minimum qualifications:-

• A bachelor degree in Marketing or Diploma in sales & Marketing from a reputable institution
• Five years experience in the Travel or Hospitality industry.
• Ability to develop and implement sales and marketing strategies.
• Proven ability to set and meet sales targets
• Should be excellent in oral and written communication as well as ICT.

Send your application to BDMapplications2011@gmail.com not later than 07th October 2011

CNHR Fourth National Call for Research Internships (2011-2012)

Raising the profile of research for health among young Kenyans

The Fourth National Call for Research Internships (2011-2012)

The Consortium for National Health Research (CNHR)

This is a Kenyan nongovernmental organization whose mission is to contribute to the strengthening of national research for health in Kenya.

This is done by providing support for multidisciplinary research to individuals and institutions, and engaging policy makers in formulation of health research policies that are evidence based.

The Consortium also contributes to the building of networks and communities in research for health.

The Internship Programme;

CNHR sponsors an annual research internship exposure programme that enables young graduates to make informed choice of pursuing a life-long career in research.

The third class of ten interns (2010-2011) successfully complete their training in September, 2011. CNHR will offer 10 competitive scholarships for a maximum period of six months (January to July, 2012). The successful interns will benefit from close mentorship and supervision by senior researchers in various institutions across the country.

Some of the selected interns will have hands-on experience in multidisciplinary settings; others will work in laboratory/field conditions and be exposed to modern approaches of research using sophisticated diagnostic or analytical equipment, health systems research environment etc.

Applicants invited from medical, biomedical science and social science disciplines: Applicants are invited from both public and private universities. Young doctors, dentists, pharmacists, nurses, biomedical, social sciences, graduates who have an interest in research for health are encouraged to apply

Thematic Focus for 2011-2012

As part of the application, candidates will be required to submit an essay of not more than 1250 words on a topic related to the upcoming UN Summit on noncommunicable diseases (NCDs). The essays should describe approaches for Strengthening Communities to halt Preventable Deaths from NCDs.

Within this topic, applicants are required to identify and describe one strategy that enables communities cope and manage the rising incidences of cancers, cardiovascular disease, chronic respiratory disease, diabetes, etc. A panel of eminent researchers will evaluate the submissions and winning entries will be considered for publication.

Beyond being supported for internship, exceptionally performing candidates may be considered for award of further training scholarships at Masters and/or PhD levels.

Eligibility

The successful interns must satisfy the following criteria:

• Be Kenyan citizens;
• Be a recent (past three years) first degree graduate in any of the medical/biomedical or social sciences disciplines from a recognized university
• Have a minimum of an upper second (or credit for non-classified first degrees).
• Have no previous health research internship experience for a period greater than 3 months.
• Be not currently employed.
• Medical and allied health professionals (medical doctors, dentists, pharmacy, nurses etc) should have completed their respective professional internship

Application procedure
Interested individuals are encouraged to apply online giving preferred internship possibilities as guided by the form and prospectus. 

Application forms and the prospectus are available at www.cnhrkenya.org.

Submission

Applications can only be submitted online on the CNHR website at www.cnhrkenya.org

Applications must be received by end of working day, Friday 28th October, 2011.

Only successful applicants will be contacted. 

For any clarifications, please contact programmes@cnhrkenya.org

Visit www.cnhrkenya.org for details of CNHR and its programmes 

CNHR is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Sales and Marketing Relationship Officer Job Vacancy - Microfinance Institution

One of the fastest growing microfinance institutions in Kenya is searching for individuals with strong credentials to drive the realization on its ambitious growth goals in Nairobi and Mombasa.

Role: 

Reporting to the Business Development Manager, the incumbent will be responsible for the organization’s business growth. He/she must be a highly driven and self motivated individual with a strong passion for success and flair for sales and marketing.

Key Performance Areas:

• Growth of assets and customer base.
• Drive the penetration of the company’s products
• Participate in expansion initiatives to grow the organization.

Qualifications & key competencies:

• Diploma or degree in sales and marketing.
• At least 3 years experience selling insurance and/or financial products.

Skills:

• Demonstrating powerful leadership both in terms of behaviors and action.
• Ability to plan and execute sales activities.
• Demonstrate a high degree of sensitivity, confidentiality and integrity when dealing with customers.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with outstanding reporting skills.
• A Go-Getter demonstrating powerful skills in attitude, behavior and execution.
• A fast learner, ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, ability to work with a team with minimum supervision, proficiency in computers and flexibility to work anywhere in the country.

DN/A 1109
P. O. Box 49010, GPO 00100
Nairobi

Applications should be received on or before Friday 7th October 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted