Wednesday, 8 February 2012

University of Washington (Seattle, USA) - Administrator Job in Kenya

The University of Washington (Seattle, USA) is seeking to hire an Administrator to support the development of HIV/AIDS training activities and capacity building health initiatives in Kenya.

Qualifications:
  • A Bachelor’s degree in related fields such as Business Administration and Secretarial studies
  • Five years working experience in general office administration and accounting.
  • Proficiency in QuickBooks, MS office, Internet as well as strong writing and interpersonal skills.
Submit your application letter addressed to the Program Director with your daytime telephone contact, telephone contacts of three professional referees, a detailed Curriculum Vitae, and copies of certificates and testimonials by 15th February 2012 to treehire@uw.edu

Pest Control Products Board - Internal Auditor, Legal Officer, Supply Chain Assistant and Clerk of Works Jobs in Kenya

The Pest Control Products Board a statutory Organization of Government invites applications from qualified candidates for the following positions:-

Internal Auditor II

Scale PCB 8

1 Post

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct audits to assess the effectiveness of internal controls, accuracy of financial records and efficiency of organizational operations using professional audit standards and practices.
  • Prepares reports of audit results and recommendations to management
  • Ascertaining the level of compliance with established policies, plans and procedures
  • Developing and implementing effective risk management and control governance framework
  • Follow up outstanding issues to ensure appropriate corrective actions after external audits
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-
  • A Bachelors degree in any of the following disciplines: Commerce (Accounting or Finance), Business Administration (Accounting or Finance), Business Management (Accounting or Finance) or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
  • served satisfactorily in the grade of Auditor III or in a comparable position in public service or private sector for at least three (3) years;
  • a pass in part II of Certified Internal Auditors (CIA) or part II of Certified Public Accountants (CPA) examination or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
  • be a member of ICPAK
  • computer literacy and a good working knowledge of accounting packages and financial systems
Legal Officer II

Scale PCB 8

1 Post

Specific duties at this level will involve:
  • monitoring compliance with legal regulatory framework;
  • advising on negotiations and taking part in corporate deals;
  • interpretation of legal opinions and offering guidance on legal requirements;
  • advising on principals of corporate governance;
  • prosecuting and representing the PCPB in law courts and quasi judicial tribunals;
  • drawing and execution of letters of offer/contract; preparation and filing of pleadings for and on behalf of the PCPB.
For appointment to this position, a candidate must have: -
  • A Bachelors degree in Law from a recognized institution;
  • Been admitted as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya; and
  • Served as a Legal Officer for at least three (3) years;
Supply Chain Assistant

Scale PCB 9

1 Post

Key responsibilities
  • Purchasing goods and services for the Board
  • Inviting and writing quotations, preparing relevant documents
  • Assist in opening of tenders/quotations
  • Raising LPOs and LSOs
  • Follow ups and progressing of pending orders
  • Assist in compiling status reports on procurements
  • Assist in tender/quotation opening sessions and scheduling of responses
  • Market survey
  • Inventory updates
  • Filing of procurement documents and records
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: -
  • Served as a Supply chain assistant for a minimum period of three (3) years in the Public Service;
  • a Diploma in supply chain management (final stage) from Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
  • Computer literacy
  • High ethical standards and integrity.
Clerk of Works

1 Post

The Pest Control Products Board is seeking to engage a Clerk of Works for a period of twelve (12 no) months to carry out post contract duties for a PCPB project in Nairobi.

The main responsibility is to make sure that work is carried out to PCPB’S standards, specifications and schedule.

It is mandatory that each applicant will meet the following basic requirements:-
  • Posses a minimum of craft certificate course. Possession of an ordinary diploma or a higher diploma will be an added advantage.
  • Minimum of six (6) year’s experience in the supervision of building construction works and to have undertaken similar work for similar organizations.
  • Membership to the institute of Clerk of Works Kenya will be an added advantage.
  • Fluent in Kiswahili and English
  • Ability to read and interpret drawings and make reports
  • Ready to work long hours and proficiency of computers
  • Exhibit understanding of duties and responsibilities of clerk of works for building construction
Each application to be handwritten stating your current remuneration package and must be accompanied by two copies of the following documents:-
  • Detailed curriculum vitae (CV)
  • Certificates and testimonials.
  • Personal Identification Number
  • National identity card.
  • Recommendation letters from two (2) referees in the building, construction or civil engineering industry with a minimum experience of not less than ten (10) years who may either be your employer or registered professional in the construction industry.
  • Day time telephone number
Applications should be submitted in enclosed plain sealed envelope to reach the undersigned on or before 27th February 2012.

The Chief Executive Officer
Pest Control Products Board
P.O Box 13794 -00800
Nairobi

Area Sales Managers and Sales Executives Jobs in Kenya

A well established and leading Charity Lottery company has following vacancies ¡n line with their growth strategy.

Area Sales Managers and Sales Executives :— Nairobi, Kisumu, Naivasha, Bungoma, Meru, Muranga, Nyahururu, Narok, Nyeri, Maua, Kitengela, Machakos, Gilgil, Embu, Kakamega, Kiambu, Busia

Applicants should possess following academic qualifications and competencies:
  • Diploma/Degree in Sales and Marketing.
  • Sales experience of minimum 2 years with proven track record of successful sales.
  • A self driven individual, willing to work in a challenging sales environment.
  • A desire to excel in a rewarding incentive scheme.
  • A person with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Age - 25 to 35
Applications should be sent on or before 14/02/2012 to:

The Marketing Manager
P.O. Box 132—00606,
Nairobi

Or Email: sales@winlotkenya.com

with subject - Ref no: WKL/ASM/0212

CFC Life - Regional Head of Marketing and Communications Job in Kenya

Job Title: Regional Head of Marketing and Communications

Job Location: CfC House, Nairobi

Department: Regional Marketing and Communications

Key objective of the job

Responsible for the Strategic planning and execution for Marketing and Communications for East Africa in support of the overall business strategy and profitability for Liberty Africa (including CfC Life, Heritage Insurance - Kenya and Tanzania, Liberty Life Uganda and Stanbic Investments - Kenya and Uganda).

Management of the East African Marketing and Communications Team.

Development, implementation and management of marketing plans, campaigns, brand positioning and roll out to ensure growth for the businesses as well as internal and external communications, CSI and stakeholder management.

Provide the link between Head office/ Group level in South Africa and the region to ensure alignment, economies of scale and close working relationships between Group and the Eastern Region. Work extends across all insurance and asset management companies within the Liberty Group in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda for marketing and communications across all operations and product lines.

Job Summary - List the Key Tasks in the Job
  • Provide support role and link for Liberty Africa in brand and marketing function in East Africa to ensure alignment across all brands and functions.
  • Support the optimisation of the East Africa business function and participate in the planning process that leads execution to achieve optimum and integrated plans for East Africa.
  • Develop and implement East African Brand plans across various product lines including external brand and advertising campaigns, PR, Events, Product Launches, Sponsorships, website development and management, design elements and roll out etc.
  • Planning, preparation and management of the Marketing and Communications Budget for East African Region
  • Development of Internal Communications Plan to facilitate change and integration communication for East Africa. Role includes Management Communication, Change Management, Corporate Communication and PR management and roll out of Internal Integration communication.
  • Agency management for PR, Brand and Media agencies
  • Commission East Africa-specific customer research, conceptualise the studies and manage the service providers
  • Generate customer insight from customer research on an ongoing basis and ensure usability by the business including industry and competitor analysis, tracking relevant industry changes and trends to identify opportunities
  • Aid the development of product value propositions per business and segment.
  • Provide business and strategic leadership to marketing and communication team within East Africa including allocation of roles and responsibilities and guidelines for delivery. Team planning, co-ordination, reporting and measurement of plan and implementation in reaching goals for East Africa
  • Support Sales initiatives and sales teams where relevant – event branding, activation branding, sales communication, cross selling initiatives
  • Build and maintain internal and external relationships to achieve synergy and cooperation.
  • Management of the media relationship
Academic and professional qualification
  • Bachelor degree in Business/ Marketing
Experience
  • 5-6 years experience in the Marketing and Communication Function
  • Prior experience in Marketing and Communication management/Leadership role
  • Prior experience in either insurance or asset management would be an advantage, but is not essential
Specific Computer Literacy Skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint and prior expertise/ experience in marketing and campaigns on Internet and online technology platforms.
Skills (Personal and Interpersonal)
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Excellent interpersonal & organisational skills
  • Ability to interact with employees & establish credibility across all levels in the org.
  • Ability to interact and gain trust from people within and outside the organisation
  • Strong influencing skills, drive and commercial instinct
  • Ability to multi-task and work under stress
If you meet the requirements of the above position please send an application together with detailed and updated CV and contacts of three professional references to any of the emails below.

hr@cfclife.co.ke

hr@heritage.co.ke

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