Friday, 16 March 2012

Termiticide Sales-Projects Co-Ordinator Job in Nairobi

Summary Client Profile:


A leading service provider to the construction industry offering anti-termite site pre-treatment.


Job Title: Termiticide Sales-Projects Co-Ordinator


Reporting to: Managing Director


Job Location: Nairobi


Role Overview:


The Termiticide Sales - Projects Co-ordinator is a critical position as he/she is the main link between the company and key industry players. The Termiticide Sales - Projects Co-ordinator seeks to develop good-will on behalf of our client and by so doing, creates both present and future business relationships.


Main Tasks and Duties:


    Work very closely with Developer/Investor, Architects, Quantity Surveyors, and Project Management Companies in the construction industry to ensure that the client’s Termiticide brand is included in the Bill of Quantities.
    Provide follow-up with key contacts to ensure our client is appointed for the execution of anti-termite site pre-treatment.
    Build relevant business relationships and networks to ensure revenue growth.
    Achievement of set revenue targets by aggressive customer acquisition
    Prepare Market survey and analysis reports for discussion with Director.
    Follow up on client invoicing and payments.


Academic Qualifications:


    Degree in Architecture, Engineering and Building Economics from a reputable University but willing to pursue marketing of services and pesticides in the construction industry as a career. However, if you have a degree in other fields and a proven track record as a “super” salesman/woman you can also apply.
    Certificate qualifications in marketing will be an added advantage.


Technical Skills:


    Ability to write and analyze Bill of Quantities (BQ)
    Typing skills.


Computer Skills: MS Office packages.


Experience:


    3 – 5 years experience in the construction industry.
    Experience in Marketing / Business Development will be an added Advantage.


Personality Requirements:


    Highly motivated individual; aggressive; strident; dynamic personality.
    Impeccable integrity and honesty; Reliable.
    Excellent interpersonal skills; Team player
    Proactive personality; High self drive


How To Apply:


Interested, suitable candidates should forward their applications enclosing copies of their detailed CVs to the following address:


Email : info@adeccokenya.com


Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.


Deadline Date: 31st March 2012

Attain Enterprises Solutions Ltd - Implementation Intern Vacancies in Kenya

Attain Enterprises Solutions Ltd. is a growing software development company seeking to recruit Implementation Interns.


This is a three months internship programme with no remuneration.


Education and Qualifications


    Should be a CPA K (qualified candidates with no experience are encouraged to apply)
    or CPA Part 2 section 4 with two year experience in Microsoft Dynamic NAV 2009
    Additional qualifications in IT is an added advantage


Duties and Responsibilities


    Develop individual project plan for each client implementation, providing a framework for the proactive and successful management of issues, risks and deliverables.
    Continuously communicate with the client program manager and other internal stakeholders to ensure visibility to project status and issues.
    Provide effective phone and email communication to customers, coordinating regular status calls and other activities necessary to motivate and encourage client staff toward project conclusion.
    Provide training to client during implementation.
    Prepare weekly reports and give the latest status of their work


Skills and Specifications


    Should be highly motivated and energetic
    Must have good communication and interpersonal skills


Applications and curriculum vitae indicating day time telephone contact and email address should be sent to jobs@attain-es.com by close of business Monday 19th March 2012

Coffee Development Fund - Credit Officers, System Administrator, Database Programmer and Audit Assistant Jobs in Kenya

Coffee Development Fund (CoDF) is a State Corporation under the Ministry of Agriculture vested with the responsibility of providing sustainable, affordable credit to coffee farmers.


The Fund invites applications from suitable candidates to fill the following vacant positions:


Credit Officers


2 Positions


The Credit Officers will work in the Credit Department and report to the Field Credit Manager;


Duties and Responsibilities:


    Manage the business relationships while growing a high quality loan book;
    Receive and appraise coffee farmers credit applicants and proposal make appropriate recommendations;
    Ensure that all pertinent reports and supporting documentation required from the intermediaries are received on time, analyzed and submitted for appraisal;
    Design appropriate field monitoring missions involving the intermediaries and coffee farmers.
    Develop a loan recovery programme for the borrowers and ensure timely remittance of repayment to the Fund and provide recommendations on strategy to adopt with respect to default cases;
    Contribute to product development to ensure that credit risk exposure is minimized;
    Assist the Field Credit manager in reviewing and developing new products;
    Review the loan portfolio on a regular basis and give recommendation on areas of improvement
    Keeping abreast of issues related to compliance, legal, and market risk involved in the endorsement of credit;


For Appointment to this Position, a Candidate must have:


    Bachelors’ degree in Commerce, Finance, Agribusiness, Agriculture or its equivalent from a recognized university.
    Postgraduate qualification in credit management or its equivalent will be an added advantage.
    Three (3) years relevant working experience in the credit department
    Experience in working with an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) System.
    Experience in product development.
    Strong credit analytical skills
    Willingness to travel extensively on short notice.
    Knowledge of agricultural value chain will be an added advantage.


System Administrator


The System Administrator will report to the Information Communication Technology Manager.


Duties and Responsibilities:


    Coordinate with users regarding the use of software packages and equipment; assists with utilization of packages, software package applications or programs; identifies, reviews and recommends software and/or equipment to meet user needs; answers questions or resolves problems.
    Writes updates and/or reviews detailed user documentation and manuals for applications/programs; distributes or arranges distribution of system documentation.
    Installs and/or assists in installation of software packages and/or equipment to include configuration of software/hardware.
    Writes articles, new releases and on-line help messages to notify customers of new software/hardware releases, system changes, updates or innovative ways of using software.
    Reviews user manuals and computer listings to debug programs, interpret abnormal terminations or other inoperable situations and resolve problems.
    Support and advise on downtime procedures and business continuity to ensure that they are adopted successfully in their allocated local work area;
    Ensure that all system and process issues and incidents are logged and tracked using formal documentation;
    Provide technical support and train new users in the use of system/ICT facilities and systems;
    Ensure servicing and maintenance of all the Information Communication Technology equipment;


For Appointment to this Position, a Candidate must have:


    Bachelor’s degree in Information Management Systems, Computer Science or its equivalent from a recognized university.
    Knowledge of windows operating systems,Ms exchange server and Mysql
    Three (3) years relevant working experience with a reputable organization.
    Experience in working with an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) System.
    Good communication skills.
    Ability to convey factual information clearly.


Database Programmer


The Database Programmer will work in the Information Communication Technology Department and report to the Information Communication Technology Manager;


Duties and Responsibilities:


    Design, develop and maintain web-based business process and database applications.
    Create scripts and DTS packages for data integration, data maintenance or bug fixes.
    Write SQL statement for ad-hoc report generation.
    Develop proactive working relationships with employees both inside and outside the team.
    Prototype new applications to refine requirements.
    Analyze, define and document system requirements for data, workflow, logical processes, interfaces with other systems, auditing, reporting requirements and production configuration.
    Create test plans, test data sets and automated testing to ensure all components of the system meet specifications.
    Analyze code for problem resolution and performance optimizations.
    Provide technical consulting and respond to error reports, problems or questions.
    Monitor the performance of Fund’s applications and servers and assist with technical support as required.
    Assuring the integrity of data, including data extraction, storage, manipulation, processing and analysis in collaboration with the intermediaries;
    Collecting and collating appropriate data for usage in databases and conducting related research.
    Sharing the knowledge of analysis techniques and data coding with other staff
    Participating in ongoing processes relating to data collections, study design, and data analysis.


For Appointment to this Position, a Candidate must have:


    Bachelors degree in Information Management Systems/Computer Science or its equivalent from a recognized university
    At least three years experience in developing relational database applications with complex MS SQL
    Three (3) years relevant working experience in an established organization.
    Experience in working with an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) System.
    Well versed in performing complex data analysis
    Good in accurately and appropriately interpreting data.


Audit Assistant
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The Audit Assistant will report to the Internal Auditor;


Duties and Responsibilities:


    Identify and assess the potential risks to the Fund’s operations;
    Review the adequacy of controls established to ensure compliance with policies;
    Assess the reliability and security of Financial and management information systems
    Working with the Internal auditor to assess operational risks and implementing the audit plan;
    Assess the means of safeguarding the Fund’s assets;
    Review established procedures and systems and propose improvements;
    Appraise the use of resources with regard to economy and effectiveness;
    Participate in project management through risk management, ensuring conformity to project methodology and incorporation of adequate controls;
    Conduct ad hoc appraisals, investigations or reviews.


For Appointment to this Position, a Candidate must have:


    Bachelor Degree in Finance,Business,Accounting or equivalent from a recognized University;
    At least 2 years experience in a busy audit department or an Audit Firm
    CPA part II or its equivalent.
    Experience with an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system
    Excellent analytical, interpersonal and team skills.


The successful candidates will be employed on Permanent and Pensionable terms.


Kindly submit your application with a detailed resume indicating education and qualifications, work experience, copies of academic, professional certificates and testimonials, your current position, current remuneration level, day time contact phone numbers, e-mail address and three referees, to reach the undersigned not later than Tuesday 3rd April 2012, addressed to:


The Managing Trustee
Coffee Development Fund
P.O. Box 52714 – 00200
Nairobi


Coffee Development Fund is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


Only short listed candidates shall be contacted

Bimas Limited - Branch Managers and Credit Officers Jobs in Kenya

BIMAS, a leading microfinance institution in the country seeks to recruit capable and result oriented individuals to fill the following positions.


Branch Managers:-


The person will be responsible for:-


    Developing, managing and maintaining quality loans portfolio through formulation of business development strategies and compliance to lending policies so as to achieve growth and sustainability
    Development and maintenance of high performing team through good leadership so as to achieve efficiency in the branch.
    Preparation and presentation of comprehensive, timely and reliable reports to provide information that form basis for the review of the branch performance and to aid decision making.
    Maintenance of accurate, reliable and comprehensive lending records through proper records management to ensure ease of tracking, reference and security 


Qualifications:


Candidate must possess:-


    Be a holder of a university degree.
    Be 30 years and above.
    4 years working experience.
    Experience in a microfinance/ financial institution will be an added advantage.
    Must have worked at a supervisory level
    Team player and leadership skills are required.
    Must be computer literate.
    Holder of certificate of good conduct.


Credit Officers:-


The person will be responsible for:


    Sustainable growth in accounts of an active clientele base through communication and sales of products and services to enable the branch perform to its expectations.
    Maintenance and growth of a healthy credit portfolio through prudent loan administration, management and compliance with policies, procedures and best practice.
    Preparation and presentation of comprehensive, timely & reliable reports to provide information, aid in decision making and gauge performance of both the officer and the branch
    Preparation and maintenance of records and valuables by ensuring that all the documents are filed and kept in a systematic manner for easier tracking & retrieval.


Qualifications:


Candidate must possess:-


    Be 25 years and above
    Be a holder of at least a diploma in co-operative management or its equivalent.
    Have at least 2 years experience
    Should be willing to ride a motorbike
    Holder of certificate of good conduct.


Qualified candidates should send their application letters stating their work experience and current salary with copies of their CV, academic certificates and phone contacts to the following address not later than Friday 30th March 2012 through the following email address:-


The Human Resources Manager
Bimas Ltd.
P.O. Box 2299-60100,
Embu


Email: Recruitment@bimaskenya.com


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Only short listed candidates will be contacted

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