Cooperative Bank System Analyst / Developer

Are you looking for an employer who promotes individual excellence and mutual respect in a team - driven culture with a key focus on social empowerment?

The Co-operative Bank of Kenya, “the Kingdom Bank” is the place for those looking to new horizons.

We are looking for a dynamic, creative and self-oriented professional to fill the position of:

System Analyst / Developer 

The successful person will report to the Head – Systems Development in ICT Department.

Job Summary:

As a Systems Analyst/Developer, the role holder will be responsible for the detailed analysis design and development of In-house systems and Management Information Systems (M.I.S.).

Additionally this role will be required to maintain and support applications within this section.

Main Duties:

• Guide the business in drawing report formats and advise on the best approach to automate these reports and returns
• Design and code reports/returns according to user specification with the key objective of delivering reports that will assist in decision making and control
• Develop and maintain documentation/manuals on system configuration or setup
• Carry out technical user training as required to enable users to interpret the reports
• Assist in preparing system definition/specification by the users highlighting technical requirements
• Carry out analysis of the requirements and recommend solutions to address user requirements
• Design and code the system according to user specification
• Carry out technical user training in respect to these systems so that the business can utilize them
• Provide test systems for UAT and ensure that functions/features are tested before being put on the live system
• Make changes to system configuration and parameters to accommodate business and technological requirements
• Secure systems by putting adequate controls and restrict access to programs by users in accordance to the requirements of the bank

Job specification:

The incumbent will be required to possess the following qualifications, attributes and skills:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Science or related degree
• Experience and good knowledge of development tools with a bias in Microsoft.Net (VB and C++) and Java.
• Minimum 2 years experience in software development with a proven track record
• Must have designed systems or sub-systems which have been implemented successfully
• Excellent knowledge of relational databases specifically Oracle and MS-SQL
• Ability to work through own initiative and as part of a team
• Good communication skills
• Ability to tolerate stress and achieve objectives despite difficulties

Interested candidates meeting the above criteria should forward an application enclosing their detailed Curriculum Vitae accompanied by copies of certificates and indicating the current remuneration to the address shown below by 21st October 2010.

We are an equal opportunity employer

Only the short listed candidates will be contacted.

Please quote this reference on your application and on the envelope: ICT – System Developer/3/HRD/2011

The Director
Human Resources Division
Co-operative Bank of Kenya Ltd.
P.O. Box 48231-00100
Nairobi

Chief Cook, Receptionist/Administrator & Waiters/ Waitresses Job Vacancy in a Naivasha New Resort

A new resort based in Naivasha is looking for qualified individual to fill a vacant position of Chief Cook 

Key Responsibilities:

Manage, supervise, and participate in the preparation of the food and variety of menus.

Ensure that the food is produced in a timely and efficient manner and meets the highest standards of taste, quality and presentation.

Ensure the development of new menus based on food trends, regional tastes and client requests.

The ideal candidate:

• Should be a qualified chef with a Diploma from a reputable institution.
• At least O level academic certificate
• Should have at least 2 years experience in a similar role and with demonstrated business awareness.
• The candidate should be focused on providing a consistently high standard of customer service.
• The candidate should be self-driven and detail-orientated with the ability to organize and plan ahead.
• The candidate should have the ability to lead, multi-task, and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.

Other positions available are:

1. Receptionist/Administrator
2. Waiters/ Waitresses

If you meet the above criteria, please send your application letter and a detailed CV to HR Professions stating the position applied for to: recruitment.hrp@gmail.com and a copy to hr@peppercornresort.co.ke by 21 October 2011

FHI360 Strategic Communication Associate Director

FHI360 is a global health and development organization whose rigorous, science-based approach builds programs that create lasting change.

Founded in 1971, FHI360 maintains offices and staff worldwide, helping to forge strong local relationships that enable us to make measurable progress against disease, poverty, and inequity – improving lives for millions.

We seek qualified candidates for the following position based in Nairobi, Kenya:

Associate Director, Strategic Communication

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Requisition ID: FHI360-ADSC-005

This position will guide regional Strategic Communication planning and implementation through the ROADS II Project, managed by FHI360 with funding from USAID.

Duties will include direct management of assigned staff in Nairobi and technical supervision of strategic communication teams working on HIV/AIDs, FP/RH, MCH, nutrition, etc. in multiple countries.

Key Responsibilities:

• In liaison with regional management team and country-based communication staff, continue to adapt guiding framework for strategic communication programming across ROADS countries, focusing on evidence-based approaches that can be contextualized for most-at-risk mobile and community audiences along regional transport corridors;
• Guide development of annual strategic communication strategies, workplans and subawards with strategic and local implementing partners, in line with national health and development priorities and ROADS framework;
• Link strategic communication programming with efforts to address underlying factors relating to HIV risk, including gender-based violence, substance abuse and economic inequality;
• Work with regional and country teams to ensure emerging issues are addressed through strategic communication programming, and to integrate cutting-edge strategies as appropriate;
• Work with regional and country teams to utilize new ICT strategies in health and development programming;
• Apprise regional and country teams of new trends in health and development communication, as well as emerging issues;
• Guide development of training curricula that can be adapted for use as the regional, national and community levels;
• Build capacity of country-level strategic communication teams through a mix of training, technical assistance and virtual coaching/mentoring;
• Collaborate with M&E/Strategic Information teams to build the evidence around outcomes of health and development communications programming;
• Contribute to documentation of key lessons learned and best practices for an array of health and development practitioners and policymakers;
• Represent ROADS II at key forums focusing on HIV/AIDS, FP/RH, MCH, nutrition, etc.

Minimum Requirements:

• BS/BA with 9-11 years relevant experience in health and development communications including 3-5 years of supervisory experience;
• or MS/MA in health communication or related field with 7-9 years relevant experience that includes 3-5 years of supervisory experience.
• Superior writing and training/capacity building skills in addition to strong experience in community based approaches to health and development.
• Ability to develop, test, refine and disseminate user-friendly, language appropriate materials for a range of audiences.
• Regional work experience preferred with a focus on most-at-risk populations.
• Demonstrated creative problem solving skills, ability to mentor staff, and capacity to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• English and Swahili fluency required; proficiency in French an added advantage.

FHI360 has a competitive compensation package and is an equal opportunity employer. 

Interested candidates are encouraged to register online through FHI360’s Career Center at www.fhi360.org/careercenter or apply via email to: Kenya-HR@fhi360.org 

Please specify source in your application and quote the Reference # provided on the subject line while sending your application, CV/resume including salary requirements, to be received not later than October 28, 2011.

Kindly note that only shortlisted persons will be contacted

Toyotsu Auto Mart Kenya Limited Procurement Manager and Sales Assistant

Procurement Manager

• Experience in the pre-owned motor vehicle industry of at least 5 years handling sales & logistics
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• Knowledge of pre-owned motor vehicle import procedures including documentation & costs such as: port charges, duty rates and clearing charges
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• Experience working for a clearing agent or proven track record of frequent dealings with clearing agents

Education

• B.A in International Trade and any other relevant documents in relation to procurement and clearance will be an added advantage.

For consideration please email your cover letter and cv to import@toyotsuautomart.co.ke

Sales Assistant

• An experience in pre-owned motor vehicle industry of at least 3 years
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• Sufficient knowledge of vehicles imported from overseas.
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• Decent knowledge of duties and its process on imported pre-owned vehicles
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• Outstanding communication skills and customer rapport, excellent listening skills
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• Team spirit and integrity

For consideration please email your cover letter and cv to sales@toyotsuautomart.co.ke

Toyotsu Auto Mart Kenya,
Toyota Building
Nairobi, Uhuru Highway