National Oil Corporation Market Analyst and Risk Analyst Job Vacancies in Kenya

Looking for a Career where you can really make a difference?

Our client, National Oil Corporation is a fast growing and dynamic world class petroleum company serving energy needs for today and tomorrow.

Following the steady continuous growth and expansion they have experienced over the last few years, they are looking for talented, innovative, energetic and self motivated technology driven individuals to fill the following positions.

Market Analyst 

Job Ref. MN 5104

Job Profile

Reporting to the Sales & Marketing Manager, the job holder will be responsible for all Retail and Commercial pricing activities in order to maximize business revenues.

• Analyze Retail/Commercial & Industrial fuel and LPG pricing.
• Lead the business in financial, sales forecasting and planning activities; 3 months rolling forecasts and 12 months forecasts.
• Management of the strategic and business planning process including communication, coordination, economic and competitive analysis, data integrity and benchmarking.
• Prepare comprehensive reports and trend analysis on business performance
• Liaise with Supply, Operations departments and Territory Managers in achieving the overall sales and profit objective of the business.
• Monitor daily fuel pricing activities to ensure the business maximizes revenues.
• Review investment appraisals submitted for consideration and make recommendations.
• Competitive and External Analysis - Scan competitive environment in the country and its effects to the business to enhance the Corporation’s decision making.
• Sales and Marketing budget preparations.

Person Profile

• First degree in Finance.
• CPA (K) or ACCA is an added advantage.
• Minimum two years experience.
• Microsoft Office with good Ms Excel skills.
• Experience in Oil industry will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge of Oracle is an added advantage.

Risk Analyst 

Job Ref. MN 5105

Job Profile

Reporting to the Internal Audit Manager, the job holder will be responsible for managing the enterprise risk management systems in the corporation.

• Assist the corporation in adopting and taking custody of a formal ERM Framework.
• Analyse and document the Corporation’s enterprise risks, engage the process owners in committing to solutions to mitigate against the risks and develop a risk matrix complete with end result and turnaround times.
• Facilitate and guide departments in designing departmental risk management programs
• Monitor, evaluate and consolidate of the Company’s Risk Management return matrices and of quarterly and annual risk management reports.
• Oversee the application and adherence to risk management framework and report on trends in the organization’s risk profile.
• Recommend on how the Corporation can leverage on electronic management tools and techniques to support the risk management process.
• Assist in reviewing and reporting on the corporation’s network of risk management, control, and governance processes, as designed and represented by management across the Corporation.
• Identify, develop and maintain systems required to support management in the risk management process across the Corporation.
• Provide leadership to the risk management committee and/or risk champions.
• Conduct a training needs analysis on risk management and design training programs to fill the gaps and evaluate the results of the training against identified gaps.

Person Profile

• First degree in Finance/Accounting.
• CPA (K) or ACCA is an added advantage.
• Diploma in Risk Management.
• Minimum 2 -3 years working experience in a commercial environment in a similar position.
• Highly computer literate i.e. must have proficient working skills of MS Office application packages.
• Experience in Oil industry will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge of Oracle is an added advantage.

What is in it for you?

Besides a competitive salary package, you will have a comprehensive health care for you and your family, home mortgage & car loan support, retirement plan, vacation allowance, personal growth opportunities, personal fitness amongst other benefits.

Send your application with a detailed CV and a daytime telephone number.

Please also summarize yourself as follows:-

• Job Ref. No.
• Your Name
• Current/Past Salary: Year 2010 p.m, Year 2011 p.m
• Year 2011 Benefits: If house, state market rent, If car state cc.

Send your application by hand, courier, post or email so as to reach us by 24th October 2011.

Mark Job Ref. No. on top left of the envelope.

Send to:

Executive Selection Division,
Manpower Services (K) Ltd,
3rd Floor, Landmark Plaza,
Directly Opposite Nairobi Hospital Entrance,
P.O. Box 50736-00200, Nairobi.

Email: recruit@manpowerkenya.com

Marketer Job Vacancy - Tour and Travel Company

Marketer

Background

Our client is a tour and travel company specializing in safaris in East Africa with exciting activities including mountain climbing, camping, lodging and tented camp safaris.

Their focus is on quality, professionally guided safaris where clients learn first- hand about the East African people, culture and wildlife.

Job Summary

The incumbent will be responsible for business development and attainment of sales revenue targets through development and execution of sound sales strategies.

Minimum Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Marketing
• 2-5 years sales experience
• Sales and customer care skills
• Presentable
• IT skills (MS Office)
• Experience in the hospitality industry would be an added advantage
• Membership to MSK / CIM will be an added advantage

How to Apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply with a detailed CV, inclusive of names and contacts of 3 referees, current telephone number and email address to careers@thehrpractice.net.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

Application Deadline: Saturday, 15th October at 2:00pm.

Note: DO NOT attach certificates

British American Financial Advisor (Insurance & Investment Sales) Job Vacancies in Kenya

As part of our growth strategy in 2011 and to strengthen the team to achieve ambitious performance objectives, the Company wishes to recruit experienced, dynamic, innovative and high caliber individuals to fill the following 10 positions.

Reporting to the Unit Manager and operating in a highly competitive and dynamic environment, this challenging position requires the candidates to perform the following functions:

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prospecting for clients for the provision of insurance and investment services and products including unit trusts, life insurance, monthly investment plans, education plans, General insurance, Retirement planning, offshore products etc.
• Provide financial advice to clients according to their requirements and risk profile, as well as the performance of the specific portfolios
• Carry out a detailed-fact find review of the potential clients and recommend appropriate insurance and investment products.
• Maintain a regular follow-up with clients to maintain a strong customer service.

Qualifications, Skills and Ability Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or relevant professional qualifications in areas such as education, marketing with a strong flair for sales.
• Minimum KCSE grade C
• Minimum Age- 28 (mandatory)
• Successful track record of selling in the financial services sector, teaching or any other relevant profession;
• Highly networked and adept at connecting with people;
• Prior experience in selling life or investments will be a definite advantage.
• COP in insurance or its equivalent professional certification, added advantage
• Good working knowledge of financial markets and financial products
• Results oriented and able to work under strict deadlines to meet sales targets
• Ability to thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment with minimum supervision

Remuneration is an attractive and highly rewarding Commission based structure.

If this position is of interest to you, please apply to njomo@british-american.co.ke with a covering letter quoting reference no FA.OCT.2011 explaining how you would meet the demands of this challenging position (please do not send hard copies).

Applications should be received not later than Friday, 21st October 2011

In the event you do not hear from us by 30th October 2011, please consider your application unsuccessful

Business Development Executive Job for Kenya’s Biggest E-Commerce Company

Business Development Executive for Kenya’s Biggest E-Commerce Company

Company Profile

Are you young?

Are you looking for a new challenge?

Are you confident and eloquent?

Do you want to join a fun, exciting internet company?

Rupu is Kenya’s biggest deals and group buying is looking for a natural go getter and charmer.

Be a part of our small but dynamic team and experience the thrill of being part of one of Africa’s fastest growing internet companies.

The Task: Identify and Close Business Opportunities

As the leading deal of the day website we are looking for people blessed with the supernatural ability to close deals while standing on their left leg eating a samosa and balancing a tray of cups filled with tea.

The position: Business Development Executive

As a Business Development Executive you will be tasked with identifying business that need to use Rupu for their marketing efforts.

You shall then be responsible for helping them adapt Rupu’s model for their businesses, in a manner that will result in a mutually beneficial engagement for both parties.

You’re visionary with a good understanding of online media. A background in IT /online media would be an added advantage. A strong sense for trends and networking abilities will add to your chances of landing this gig.

Responsibilities:

• Prospect, consult with, and close local merchants on compelling offers for our subscribers based on each business’s products & services
• Identify new and creative businesses & activities to be featured, expanding the range of offers for our subscribers
• Present Rupu as a unique alternative for businesses to utilize as a way of acquiring new customers

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in business or in a field related to the company's specialty
• Experience within e-commerce solutions
• Flexible hours set to meet the needs of the position and a willingness to travel
• Experience in cold-calling into various types of local businesses, with evidence of consistent and current successes
• Sense of humour

Is it you we are looking for? 

If so send a cover letter of no more than 200 words and a 2 page CV (no pictures) to kazi@rupu.co.ke

Only successful candidates shall be contacted. Closing date on the 22nd October, 2011