Crown Beverages Ltd - Market Analyst Job in Nairobi Kenya

Job Title: Market Analyst

Reports To: Channel Execution Manager

To support Channel activities by collating, maintaining and analyzing a comprehensive set of information tools, reports and records.

Main Responsibilities

• Develop & maintain the databases, schedules and reports to underpin decisions on Channel activity and resource allocation
• Update Outlet Census records as directed by the GTM process. Provide analysis and insight on Channels and outlets based on census inputs.
• Maintain accurate sales records for outlets, channels, brands and sales representatives as dictated by the ongoing and developing needs of the business.
• Assist Channel Marketing and Channel Execution Management with Trade Audit process. Maintain accurate records of trade audit results by representative, area, team and district.
• Monitor and Report adequately on key operational performance indicators, share learning.
• Provide ad hoc information as required from time to time.

Key Competencies/Skills

• Good communication skills
• Questioning skills
• Research skills
• Presentation skills
• Good analysis skills
• Knowledge of Financial implications and understanding
• Negotiation and Influential Ability
• Planning and Organizing
• Sound understanding of the FMCG industry
• Tertiary qualification with statistics and or economics
• 2 – 3 years’ experience in a Sales/Marketing role in similar function

Interested candidates should send an application letter stating their current and expected remuneration, detailed CV, copy of certificates, testimonials, names, daytime contacts and emails of two professional referees to hrkenya@ke.sabmiller.com not later than Friday, 25th May 2012.

Dhanush Infotech - Service Desk Agents, Functional Consultants (French) and Oracle Apps Financials Techno-Functional Consultant (Africa) Jobs in Nairobi Kenya

Walk in Interviews: 18th and 19th May 2012

Dhanush Infotech is one of the fastest growing IT Companies in Africa with Headquarters in Nairobi.
 

We are looking for the following ambitious Team to strengthen our operations.
 

1. Service Desk Agents (Kenya) Nairobi and other countries of Africa.
 

Excellent oral and written communication skills in either French or English, or both.
 

Ability to provide technical support over the phone; good phone skills, professional demeanor, previous customer service experience strongly desired.
 

Ability to handle constantly changing flow of traffic; remain productive during slow times, be able to multitask effectively during busy times, exercise patience and professionalism during stressful situations..
 

Working knowledge of common computer operating systems and software applications.
 

Graduate / Diploma holders in IT are prefered.
 

2. Functional Consultants (French) Nairobi and other countries of Africa.

• Functional consulting on Oracle Apps Financials / Supply Chain / HRMS and French speaking (Mandatory).
• Involve in solution designing both in functional and technical phases, guide and execute technical team.
• Responsible for all day-to-day aspects of managing client expectations, goals and objectives.
• Involve in solution strategy, work closely with Delivery Managers/ Project Managers to develop implementation plan, and keep all the team members informed of project plans for smooth implementation.

3. Oracle Apps Financials: Techno- Functional Consultant (Africa)
 

Applicants should have 4 to 7 years in Oracle Financials with at least 3-4 full life cycle implementations and overall good domain experience; should have experience in micro to macro management both in functional and technical phases, guidance and execution of projects; possess good skills in Analysis,
Designing, Coding and Development and should be strong in PL/SQL.
 

In case unable to come, please send your profile (CV) to hrafrica@dhanushinfotech.com
 

P.O. Box 29839 00202 KNH | Rahimtullah Towers, 3rd Floor | Next to British High
Commission, Upper Hill Road | Nairobi | Kenya 

Phone: +254 202714486
 

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Mount Kenya University Dean of Students Job in Kenya

Mount Kenya University
 

Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic Affairs)
 

Career Opportunity
 

Introduction
 

Mount Kenya University is a leading Chartered University operating as an institution of higher learning in East Africa. 

The University has established campuses in Kenya and Kigali (Rwanda). Currently the University has nine (9) schools offering various Post-graduate, Bachelors, Diploma and Professional Certificate Courses. 

The University is a member of the Inter University Council of East Africa (IUCEA).
 

Dean of Students 

1 Post
 

The University with a focus of being a centre of academic excellence wishes to recruit a Dean of students in order to strengthen the students welfare.

 

The successful candidate will report to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Academic Affairs and will provide administrative support to the university Academic and Administration divisions.
 

Duties and Responsibilities
 

He/She will be responsible for;

• Overseeing implementation of regulations, policies, guidelines and procedures that govern non-academic matters related to student welfare.
• Coordination of all matters related to student welfare and advising the Student Welfare Committee and Senate.
• Sensitization of students on available student support systems such as academic advisory, mentorship, guidance and counseling and health care services among others.
• Coordination of matters related to student co-curricula activities such as sports, games, drama, music, community outreach programmes, e.t.c.
• Offering guidance and direction and in enforcing provisions set out in the Mount Kenya University Student Association (MKUSA) constitution
• Preparation of budgets and work plans relating to student welfare activities and supervise their implementation.
• Providing the necessary administrative support to students to form and develop professional and social clubs and societies to clubs and societies as well as promote and market the same activities within and outside the University.
• Formulation, implementation and periodic review of a strategic plan on student welfare.

Qualifications

• At least a Masters degree.
• At least 5 years of experience in teaching and/or administration in an institution of Higher Learning.
• The ideal candidate should be conversant with the running of students affairs in a University or an institution of higher learning.
• Be of the highest ethical standards, integrity and professionalism.
• Good inter-personal and communication skills.
• Team player who can work with minimum supervision.

Competitive remuneration and benefits will be offered to successful candidate in accordance with Mount Kenya University Terms and Conditions of Service.
 

A comprehensive Curriculum Vitae that contains details of daytime telephone number, the current remuneration , names, postal and e-mail addresses of three (3) referees and copies of academic and professional certificates should be submitted alongside the applications and be sent to:
 

The Human Resources Director
Mount Kenya University
P.O. Box 342 -01000, Thika
Email info@mku.ac.ke, hrm@mku.ac.ke 

Website: www.mku.ac.ke
 

Submit two copies of your application not later than Friday, 8th June, 2012.
 

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
 

For more details about Mount Kenya University visit the University website: http://www.mku.ac.ke
 

MKU is an equal opportunity employer.
 

Mount Kenya University- Scaling the Heights of Education

Group Head of Human Resources Job in Kenya

Group Head of Human Resources

Our Client is a fast growing group of companies in the region, aggressively rolling out business in the exciting ICT sector. 

If you are looking for a challenging opportunity in HR, to develop systems, procedures, manage talent, drive culture change and the whole aspect of revamping up an internal people and change function – this is the opportunity for you.


Objective of Role: 

To design, develop, implement and institutionalize HR Systems and processes to help the Group become an “Employer of Choice”. 

• This would include introduction of interventions to attract, develop and retain best talent; 
• ensure effective utilization of human resources across the Group; 
• benchmark and adopt best HR practices; build a performance-driven work culture; 
• automate HR systems, processes and records; encourage innovation and generation of new ideas; 
• and demonstrate ‘employee-friendliness’ by engaging staff at all levels and build a positive work environment.

The Key Result Areas and strategic objectives are as follows:

Organisational Development
Strategic Objective

• Realign HR policies and practices with business strategies
• Put an organisation structure which will drive business
• Regular reviews of HR systems

Planning and Resourcing
Strategic Objective

• Establish optimal staff complement across the Group
• Ensure that the Group has adequate and skilled staff at all times to manage WG business

Compensation and Benefits
Strategic Objective

• Manage the staff compensation policy efficiently
• Manage the Bank’s leave plan
• Manage payroll

Learning and Development
Strategic Objective

• Ensure that staff have relevant skills to meet business needs
• Ensure that staff are fitted into their right jobs

Financial Performance
Strategic Objective

• Enhance profitability of the Group through higher staff productivity
• Manage Cost of Employment (CoE) within the group to budgeted levels

Employee Relations
Strategic Objective

• Maintain cordial relations between staff
• Manage staff welfare schemes

Human Resource Operations
Strategic Objective

• Ensure efficiency in HR processes
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements
• Effective employee records management

People Management (Own HR Dept)
Strategic Objective

• Enhance staff productivity and performance within HR dept
• Ensure staff development and training
• Manage Departmental leave

Qualifications, Experience and Personal Attributes

• Graduate in a business related degree, an MBA will be a distinct advantage
• Knowledge and expertise in Kenyan labour laws a must
• Experience in HR leadership position of not less than 5 years gained in the private commercial sector
• Advanced proficiency in the use of MS Office suite
• Fair and firm disposition with a pleasant yet assertive personality
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities; and good in giving timely feedback
• Results – driven and a “complete-finisher” with a knack for seeing things through to completion
• Positive attitude with a “can-do” mentality
• Mature disposition and an effective team player

An attractive remuneration package will be offered to the right candidate. 

Your application will be handled in strict confidence, kindly indicate your current level of remuneration and pay expectations. 

Please send your CV through email, latest Friday 25th May 2012, to:   recruit@hcsskenya.co.ke

Only those fully qualified will be contacted