Legal Officer

Legal Officer Vacancy Announcement

Overall Purpose of the Role

Assist the Senior Legal Officer to control matters under litigation with external lawyers regarding all legal cases under their services, and out of court settlements and/or recoveries.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in appointment of defense lawyers where action is brought against the company and ensure at all times the advocates work in the best interest of the Company.
• Assist in recovery of company outlay from negligent third parties.
• Assist to negotiate amicably, out of court settlements.
• Review investigation reports, to ensure that they are comprehensive enough to meet the need for which they were sought, and recommend remedial action as necessary
• Assist in processing of payments to claimants and service providers
• Assist in legal research and preparing legal opinions to both external and internal clients.
• With the assistance of Senior legal officer, respond to any correspondence and/or enquiries regarding claims legal issues.
• Maintain adequate reserves for legal claims.
• Preparing legal documents as required.
• Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Minimum requirements

• Bachelor of Law degree.
• Advocate of the High Court.
• Two years relevant experience.
• Experience in working with the insurance industry will be an added advantage.

How to apply:

If you are interested in the position and have the skills and talents our client is looking for, we would like to hear from you.

Please forward a copy of your updated resume, and your current salary and benefits package to info@dorbe-leit.co.ke before close of business 10th January 2012.

Only successful candidates will be contacted

Inoorero University - Driver / Office Assistant

IU wishes to recruit a mature, committed and self driven individual for the position of a Driver and Office Assistant:

Purpose of the Job: Provision of effective driving services as directed by the University

Main duties and responsibilities:

• Drive university personnel and students to various destination as assigned
• Ensure compliance with traffic regulations and code
• Collect and deliver material to required destinations and as per approved procedures
• Ensure safety of passengers/goods in the vehicle and other university goods/property in possession
• Ensure valid road taxes and licences for vehicle
• Maintain cleanliness and mechanical soundness of University vehicle for image positioning and continued service provision.
• Deliver mails and parcels as assigned and instructed.
• Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time

Educational Qualifications:

• KCSE or its equivalent

Professional Qualifications:

• Valid Driving License (ABCE)

Working Experience:

• 5 Years of driving experience

Technical skills/competencies

• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Integrity
• Proactive, initiative and good networking skills

How to Apply

You may apply by emailing your CV and application letter to recruitment@iu.ac.ke by 13 January 2012

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

IU is an equal opportunity employer

Mercy USA - Senior Finance Officer

Post Title: Senior Finance Officer

Duty Station: Kenya National Office

Duration: 1 year, possibility of extension

No. of Positions: 1

Closing Date: 8th January 2012

Availability: Immediate, interviews shall be short listed as we receive them

Job Purpose:

Providing financial information to management by researching and analyzing accounting data; preparing reports.

Duties:

• Maintain accounting/internal control systems and recommend policies and procedures.
• Assuring accuracy of accounting Data.
• Performing internal auditing for Mercy USA.
• Prepare, maintain and update the fixed asset register.
• Follow up with Logistics regarding the in-kind donation materials and agreements.
• Substantiate financial transactions by confirming all supporting documentation.
• Liaising with External auditors.
• Prepare financial reports for collecting, analyzing and summarizing account information for all projects.
• Performing reconciliations for all banks and cash accounts.
• Maintain payroll both in soft and hard copies.
• Ensuring Interbank transfers are done accurately and reconciled on monthly basis.
• Keep custody, understand and implement grant agreements/contracts.
• Build the capacity of Sub offices by undertaking training needs analysis and organizing trainings for finance staff.
• Provide day to day support to the sub offices
• Carry out other duties as required and requested by the Regional Finance Manger

Job Requirements

• University degree in Bachelor of Commerce Accounting option or other business related field with extensive experience in financial management.
• Holder of CPA 2 minimum.
• Hands on experience with quick books and other financial software.
• Well developed interpersonal and team skills and proven ability to be flexible in demanding situations.
• Experience of management/supervisory responsibilities.
• Previous work experience, ideally with non-governmental organizations would be an advantage.
• Good written and spoken English and local language is essential.
• Sympathy with the aims and objectives of Mercy USA.
• Commitment to humanitarian principles and actions

All Applications and Curriculum Vitae should be sent to wnjiru@mercyusa.org by close of business January 8th 2012.

Applications shall be reviewed on receipt

Loss Prevention Officers

We are a well established Risk management and loss prevention company seeking to recruit experienced and dedicated individuals to join the Loss Prevention Team as Loss Prevention Officers.

This position will be reporting to the Loss Prevention Coordinators.

General Purpose of Position:

Loss Prevention officers are responsible for detecting, reporting and resolving matters in the area of safety, shrinkage prevention and providing customer service as per Company standards.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Conduct surveillance to detect and apprehend shoplifters.
• Conduct routine inspections of the facility to maintain physical security and protection of assets.
• Monitor closed circuit television systems, if applicable.
• Perform Loss Prevention responsibilities for the store in accordance with approved store and Company rules and procedures.
• Enforce company standards as they relate to security and safety procedures.
• Participate in the training of new hire associates in matters of loss prevention.
• Ensure physical security by controlling access of staff and visitors, along with maintaining visitor control log.
• Maintaining public order on the premises.
• Participate in the store's loss prevention and safety programs.
• Any other tasks as assigned from time to time by management.

Skills and Competencies:

• Good communication and customer care skills
• Ability to handle difficult situations with diplomacy
• Ability to perceive situations accurately
• Ability to maintain a fair, consistent set of standards, using judgment and discretion
• Ability to maintain records and documentation
• Basic computer skills

Job Requirements:

• 1 year experience in a service industry
• Ability to work varied hours/days, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, organization and follow-through skills
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods, and to see or hear activity in the store, and perform all functions as set forth above

Education:

• High school graduate with at least C-
• Diploma/Certificate in public relations or equivalent
• NYS graduate- an added advantage

Other key requirements one MUST have:

• Height: be at least 5.8”
• Age: at least 24 years
• A valid certificate of Good Conduct
• Original K.C.S.E certificate

Remuneration

The starting salary for this position is KES. 16,000

Should you meet the above requirements, please submit your application including a detailed CV, daytime telephone contact, current remuneration and three professional referees to: recruitment@omegariskmngt.com

or

Human Resources Manager,
Omega Risk Management Ltd,
P.O. Box 104704-00101
Nairobi

Application Deadline: Midday 13th January, 2012

Please consider your application unsuccessful if you have not received feedback within 10 working days.

Do not attach copies of your certificates/testimonials