Chief Executive Officer (CEO) - Nairobi, Kenya

We are a leading National SACCO with a membership of over 13,000 spread across Kenya.

The SACCO is seeking to fill the vacant position of CEO in Nairobi, Kenya.

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO will be responsible for ensuring profitable growth of the SACCO and ensuring that key pillars of the SACCO namely efficiency in operation, effective customer service, transparency and accountability are upheld.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategies for growing the business while retaining existing customers
• Provide visionary leadership and oversight to the SACCO to ensure effective and efficient service delivery
• Ensure compliance with all statutory regulations and policies
• Set performance targets for all staff; supervise, monitor and evaluate the same.
• Spearhead and coordinate the implementation of the strategic plan
• Prepare and present monthly management reports to the Board
• Prepare and submit periodical reports as required by all regulations, ensure timely filing of returns and payments of all taxes
• Prepare budgets and oversee efficient and effective utilization of the same
• Guide the board in formulation and review of necessary policy matters
• Ensure that the board of directors is frequently and adequately appraised of the operations of the Sacco and correctly advised on technical issues.
• Ensure sound risk management and good internal control system
• Maintain good working relationship with all business and development partners
• Create conducive work environment for attracting, retaining, motivating employees and handle all disciplinary matters as per the staff policy
• Ensure effective and efficient scheduling, holding and co-ordination of board and committees meetings through-out the year.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in a business related field from a recognized institution
• CPA (K) /ACCA/CIA
• ICPAK membership
• Post Graduate qualification is an added advantage
• 7 years experience at a managerial level in a financial institution
• Good analytical, communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
• High degree of integrity
• Track record of good management and development skills.
• Knowledge of computerized accounting systems

For confidential consideration please send your detailed curriculum vitae and copies of your certificates by Friday, December 16, 2011 to:-

DN.A/1186
P.O Box 49010, 00100
GPO Nairobi

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

The Sacco is an equal opportunity employer

PKF - Audit Senior and Semi Senior Jobs Advertisement

Career Opportunities in Audit

PKF in Eastern Africa provides accounting and business advisory services to a wide variety of local and international organizations from various sectors of the economy.

We believe in recruiting and retaining sound professional staff and providing them with opportunities for growth in a stimulating and enabling work environment.

To strengthen our team, we seek to recruit highly motivated auditors to compliment the current audit & assurance team for the position of Audit Senior and Semi Senior.

Academic and Professional Qualifications:

Seniors

• Bachelors degree in Commerce, or a related field is desired
• CPA, ACCA
• Audit experience of 4-5 years.

Semi Seniors

• Bachelors degree in Commerce, or a related field is desired
• CPA, ACCA, or partly qualified
• Audit experience of 2-4 years.

The ideal candidates must be dynamic, highly motivated, willing to travel and hardworking
with the ability to work under pressure.

Only those candidates who meet the requirements as described above will be contacted by us.

Please submit your application and CV to:

Human Resource Manager,
PKF Kenya, Kalamu House, Grevillea Grove,
P.O. Box 14077- 00800, Nairobi
or email pkfhr@ke.pkfea.com

www.pkfea.com

Sight Savers International - Finance and Support Services Manager - Nairobi, Kenya

Our client, Sight Savers International, wishes to recruit a Finance and Support Services Manager to be based in Nairobi, Kenya.

Sight Savers is an international development organization that promotes the prevention and cure of avoidable blindness, and promotes equality and opportunity for disabled people.

Reporting to the Country Director, the key responsibilities are:

• Provide Financial and Support Services within the Sight savers Kenya programme
• Participate in broader aspects of management including programs design and implementation
• Participate in formulation and implementation of sound financial and administrative procedures and plans
• Ensure timely preparation of the financial statements and make returns in accordance with statutory, regulatory and other financial requirements
• Provide support in strengthening financial management, accountability and capacities of partners in accordance with the Sights Savers Partnership Development Policy
• Facilitate the development of annual budgets, monitor implementation, provide direction and action on the budget challenges
• Provide support to other formulation, assessment and development of other country programs
• Prepare financial reports, maintain accurate accounting systems
• Provide administrative support in managing the day to day operations of the Office
• Perform any other tasks as may be assigned from time to time

Qualifications and experience

• The ideal candidate must possess a degree in Commerce, Accounting or Finance coupled with a professional qualification and at least eight (8) years experience in an INGO environment.
• Experience in audit and government organizations will be an added advantage.
• The ideal candidate must also possess good understanding of project and human resource management, administration, and in-depth knowledge of computer financial packages.
• Strong communication skills, adaptability and team building skills are essential for this position.

If you are interested in this challenging opportunity, please send your application letter with a detailed CV, daytime telephone contact number and the names and addresses of three referees (one should be current employer) quoting the reference number FSSM/NRB/011 by Thursday 22nd December, 2011.

Applications to be addressed and delivered to

Director, Institutional Development
PKF Kenya,
Kalamu House, Grevilea Grove, Off Brookside Drive, Westlands
Or emailed to consult@ke.pkfea.com

Save the Children Somalia / Somaliland Programme - Human Resource Coordinator (Nairobi Office)

Job Purpose

Under the direction of the HR Director provide operational human resources support to managers and staff.

Key Accountabilities

• Collaborate with the HR Director in implementation of HR Initiatives in relation to reward and compensation, employee retention, Gender & Diversity, training & development, performance management, among others.
• Closely interact with the National HR Manager (Based in Hargesia) and Nairobi based HR/Admin staff to provide efficient support to managers and staff in all HR operational issues particularly in recruitment, benefits administration, and other routine HR matters.
• Contribute to development and/or review of HR policies, contractual documents, procedures and processes; ensuring efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and legal compliance is observed.
• Undertake comparative salary & benefits surveys and identify trends in employees relations with other comparative NGO’s
• Network with relevant and recognised HR groups, employment bodies and legal counterparts.
• Contribute to planning, monitoring and reporting activities in relation to the annual plan and budget.
• Ensure up-to-date personnel records are maintained according to organizational best practice and compliant with both organizational policy and the appropriate local legislation.
• Update and maintain the organizational chart.
• Manage disciplinary and grievances issues
• Conduct HR Field Audits and liaise with Field HR Officers to ensure implementation of audit findings
• Facilitate evaluation of induction processes and monitoring effectiveness of the induction process and feedback to line managers and HR Director.
• Comply with all relevant Save the Children policies and procedures with respect to child protection, health and safety, security, employment equal opportunities and other relevant policies.
• In conjunction with line managers ensure that all staff understand and observe the Child Protection Policy and Code of Conduct
• Any other duties as may be assigned by the HR Director

Essential

• Undergraduate degree or Higher Diploma qualification in Human Resources Management
• Minimum five years experience in a similar role
• Good knowledge and experience of generalist HR issues, including compliance with employment laws, interpretation and application of policies and procedures
• Strong bias to compliance and quality
• Solution-focused and confident in operating within a dynamic and fast paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written), with the ability to provide clear and effective advice on a range of HR issues.
• Excellent presentation and facilitation skills
• Strong team player, collaborative, and capable of building effective relationships across all levels
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and ability to use the Internet to obtain data and reference material.
• Comply with the requirements of Save the Children’s Child Safeguarding Policy and other Global Policies
• Commitment to promoting diversity and equality of opportunity in employment and an empathy with SC UK values and objectives.
• A willingness to travel occasionally to field offices.
• Fluent in English

Code of Conduct

Because Save the Children's work is based on deeply held values and principles, it is essential that our commitment to children's rights and humanitarian principles is supported and demonstrated by all members of staff. Save the Children's Code of Conduct sets out the standards.

Applications should be forwarded to: jobssomalia@scuk.or.ke

This position is only open to Kenyan nationals.

Only short listed individuals will be notified.

Application Closing Date: Friday 16th Dec 2011, 15:00 pm

Save the Children is an equal opportunities employer and highly encourages women to apply