Terre des Hommes - Programme Manager Job in Kenya

Programme Manager

Section of the organisation Terre des Hommes Netherlands/Regional Office East Africa 

Objective of the position

The aim of the position ‘Programme Manager’ is to ensure that Terre des Hommes programme staff through project partners and other stakeholders in the EastAfrica region deliver services to children in need, contributing to the mission and vision of Terre des Hommes regional and country specific strategy 2011—2015 and beyond.

Terre des Hommes Netherlands prevents child exploitation, removes children from exploitative situations and ensures these children can develop themselves in a safe environment.

Responsibilities and Results

• Developing programme direction
• Advice on decision-making regarding project applications
• Safeguarding programme quality
• Safeguarding programme/thematic choices
• Guidance and accountability information
• Management information and advice
• Networking/collaboration

Qualification, Knowledge and experience

• At least a minimum of 5 years experience in development work as a senior staff member
• Knowledge of development cooperation up to University level.
• Knowledge and experience in programme cycle management in an international organisation.
• Knowledge of project management within the East African context
• Verbal and written skills in the relevant foreign languages.
• Knowledge of the mission, objectives, structure, theme, sector and regional plans and requirements for Terre des Hommes programmes.
• Clarity of expression for drafting regional! country plans.
• Clarity of expression for representing Terre des Hommes’ interests in the countries concerned.
• Social skills for managing relationships with project partners and other stakeholders Social skills for active participation in a team and for further improvement of team performance

This position requires 70% travelling within the East Africa region.

East African nationals are encouraged to apply.

Terre des Hommes Netherlands offers the selected candidate a competitive package of secondary benefits entailing a starting monthly gross salary of about €2,000 depending on relevant qualifications and experiences.

Application procedure

Candidates are invited to send their application letter (including your motivation), resume and at least two professional references by e-mail to: The Regional Director, Terre des Hommes Netherlands, Nairobi Office, e-mail east.africa@tdh.nl before 31st May 2012. 

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Driver, Events Assistant, Receptionists, Secretary, Accounts Executive and Sales Representatives Jobs in Kenya

1. Driver

Our Client based in Nairobi wishes to hire a personal driver. 

The successful candidate MUST meet the following.

Qualifications: Advanced driving, defensive driving.

Experience: At least 10 years. Police or security experience shall be an asset.

Gender: Female.

Location: Nairobi.

Salary: 20,000Ksh  and above.

Commencement date-1st July 2012.

2. Customer Service / Events Assistant

Our Client in event planning & management industry urgently require below (2) positions to be filled immediately.

Job Summary

The successful candidate will be involved in planning, managing and producing events, customer service and marketing. 

They should have a love for event management, be enthusiastic professionals and be able to build relationships with internal and external customer.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Handle customers.
• Meet customers and advice them on the best package depending on their event need.
• Prepare quotations as per the client’s specifications.
• Handle events as the officer in charge.
• Plan, design, organize and coordinate events.
• Attend client’s site visits in preparation for an event.
• Marketing of the companies products.

Qualifications

• At least 28 years and above (mature and strong candidate preferably men)
• Excellent communication, organizational, interpersonal, time management and speaking skills.
• Ability to manage multiple events and accomplish set targets without supervision.
• Excellent interpersonal skills both in person and by phone, with high professionalism.
• Fantastic customer service ethic and high expectations for quality.
• Diploma from Utalii College is Mandatory.
• At least 3 years events experience with office customer service management with at least 1 year experience coordinating special events.
• Computer literate.
• Experience in preparation of quotations will be an added advantage.
• Able to work under pressure and odd and longs hours.
• Should be confident, with leadership and people management skills.

Salary scale: 20,000-25,000kshs

Location: Nairobi

3. Receptionist
 

Our Client in event planning & management industry urgently require below (2) positions to be filled immediately.

Job Summary

The successful candidate will be involved general office administration and exhibit excellent customer service skills.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Handle customers in the office.
• Assist in cleaning the office and preparing tea.
• Receive and deliver messages to the appropriate persons and record them in the message book.
• Make sure that the office stationery and supplies are constantly in supply.
• Keep the reception area tidy and clean.
• Filing.
• Deal with all enquiries in a professional and courteous manner, in person, on the telephone or via e-mail.
• Prepare quotations for clients.
• Eager to learn and take instructions from superiors.
• ensures knowledge of staff movements in and out of organization
• general administrative and clerical support

Qualifications

• Mature and professional.
• verbal and written communication skills
• professional personal presentation
• customer service orientation
• information management
• organizing and planning
• attention to detail
• initiative
• reliability
• stress tolerance
• Able to work under pressure and odd and longs hours.
• Should be confident and a team player.
• high school diploma generally required
• knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures
• knowledge of computers and relevant software applications
• knowledge of customer service principles and practices
• keyboard skills

Salary: 20,000kshs

Location: Nairobi

4.Secretary cum Personal Assistant

Our client based in Nairobi urgently require the above post to be filled. 

The ideal candidate MUST meet the following:

Qualifications: Secretarial/front office/admin background, 

Experience: Above 3years,Age bracket 23-30years.

Salary:25,000-30,000ksh

5. Accounts Executive

Our client based in Nairobi urgently require the above post to be filled. 

The ideal candidate MUST meet the following:

Qualifications: CPA section 4,

Experience-Above 4years,Age bracket 23-30years.

Salary: 25,000-30,000ksh

6. Receptionist 

1 Post

Our client based in Nairobi urgently require the above post to be filled. 

The ideal candidate MUST meet the following:

Qualifications: Front office/admin/management background,

Experience-Above 3years

Age bracket :23-30years.

Salary: 20,000-25,000ksh

6. Sales Representatives 

3 Posts

Our client a leading multinational in Nairobi wishes to hire three sales representatives. 

The ideal applicant(s) must meet the following:

Qualification: Graduate - marketing option

Age: Bracket:28-35years old

Other Skills: Aggressive and good communication skills

Salary: Attractive.

Location: Nairobi

How to apply

Send resume via email to recruitment@covenantexecutives.co.ke

Imports Account Executive Job in Kenya

 Our client, a large industrial concern wishes to fill the following position urgently;

Imports Account Executive  
 

The Imports Account Executive will be responsible to the Head of Logistics.
 

Requirements

• Degree in Logistics.
• Certification in clearing & forwarding will be an added advantage.
• Proven record of at least 5 years in import/export transactions.
• Flexibility to varying working hours.
• A mature individual with a high level of discretion and unquestionable integrity.

Responsibilities

• Manage Imports.
• Ensure compliance to Import and Export regulations.
• Logistics Management.
• Supply Management.

Interested candidates should submit their applications and detailed CVs on or before 21st May 2012 to willemgons@gmail.com clearly indicating the position on the email subject.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Umeme Limited Treasury Manager Job in Kampala, Uganda

Treasury Manager

Our client, Umeme Limited, is a major investment of Actis’ Infrastructure 2 fund. Actis is a leading investor in the emerging markets, investing exclusively in Asia, Africa, and Latin America.

Presently, Actis manages over US$4.8bn worth of investment on behalf of more than 100 institutional investors. 

The Commonwealth Development Corporation (CDC) of the United Kingdom, a UK Government-owned company, is the largest investor in Actis’ infrastructure 2 fund, and as such, has a relationship with Umeme Ltd indirectly through Actis.

As a responsible employer, Umeme Limited is committed to providing competitive employment terms to its employees, in addition to providing safe and reliable electricity, improving customer service,  minimising energy losses, and operating in a cost effective manner. 

To help in achieving these goals, Umeme is looking to recruit an individual with high integrity, dedication and commitment to 11 the position of a Treasury Manager.

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Treasury Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day management of Umeme’s treasury operations and controls including cash and liquidity management, corporate financial management and nancial risk management, while maintaining an optimum taxation position. 

The Treasury Manager will also have contact with senior managers and key external takeholders including financial institutions, key investors, Uganda Revenue Authority and the securities exchange, which requires strong interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide strategic and operational direction to the treasury function;
• Ensure accurate and timely accounting of treasury transactions including review of reconciliations of cash and near cash items;
• Forecast and manage the company’s cash flows and ensure adequate liquidity to meet obligations as they fall due;
• Coordinate funding plans of both short-term and long investment initiatives;
• Source and manage new funds, including but not exclusively, concessionary funding and represent Umeme in discussions and up to final agreements;
• Ensure that Umeme complies with nancing contractual terms and covenants;
• Manage tax planning and compliance review exercises;
• Coordinate and implement financial risk management strategies covering interest rate, foreign exchange and liquidity risks;
• Support the annual and long-term planning processes through input and advice to management on cash flow forecasts and macro-economic variables.
• Enforce policies and procedures related to corporate treasury processes;
• Manage relationships with financial institutions;
• Supervise staff in the treasury section.

The successful candidate will have:

• Demonstrable track record of performance for more than two years at supervisory level in the treasury area;
• Excellent technical financial and accounting knowledge;
• Experience in setting up, implementing and monitoring strong financial control systems;
• Familiarity with bank interface systems and Treasury Management Systems;
• Good understanding of Ugandan tax legislation is added advantage;
• Must be procient in MS Office;
• Able to thrive in a fast-pace setting environment;
• Strong verbal and written communication skills;
• Strong interpersonal, supervisory and customer service skills required;
• Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and meet deadlines required.

We are looking for a candidate who holds a good first degree in Accounting, Business Administration (Finance), Commerce, Statistics or any other associated discipline from a recognized university. 

A Post graduate qualification in ACCA, CIMA, CPA) will be desirable.

If you believe you fit the required profile, please send your applications in confidence to the address below by close of business Friday 18 May 2012. 

Please send your curriculum vitae (by post or email) containing details of your qualifications, experience, present position, current and expected remuneration as well as copies of professional/academic certificates. 

Include day and evening telephone numbers, e-mail address, names and addresses of three references to:
 

The People and Change Division
PricewaterhouseCoopers Limited, 1 Colville Street
P 0 Box 8053 Kampala, Uganda

E-mail: hr.s@ug.pwc.com

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.