Linksoft Group - Head of Center of Excellence (COE) Job in Kenya

Linksoft Group
 

Company Description

Established in 1998, we are the Leader in the ICT industry and provide telecommunication services in GSM Site Infrastructure Maintenance. 

Linksoft, a vibrant company, is among the fastest growing companies in Africa with a presence in 7 African countries.

We acknowledge that our people are the key element of our success, our partners in building a world-class company. For this reason they come first.

We are pleased to announce the following vacancy within the Commercial Division.  

In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated below. 

Linksoft  brings together varied people and skills that promote collaboration and best practice usage around a specific focus area to drive incremental business results.

Head of Center of Excellence (COE)

Reporting to the Chief Commercial Officer , the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

Job Description

• Will be responsible for  business growth through business development planning, customer and competitor analysis, financial modeling, proposal design and tender bids
• Provide market feedback about business development opportunities that could be exploited through development of niche content or data sets .
• Develop and Manage strategic relationships with clients (both current and potential )
• Work closely with the sales and marketing teams to identify and pursue new business opportunities for Link soft Group products and services.
• Leading role in contract negotiations
• Develop and Implement Policies and Procedure for the Center of Excellence focusing on the workflow practices, compliance levels,  awareness, support  and measurement across the program.
• Developing and enabling well defined Roles and Responsibilities for the team
• Represent the COE both internally and externally.

Eligibility

• A bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering ( Diploma holders from recognized Technical institutions may also be considered.)
• MBA would be an added advantage.
• Should have an overall 6-10 years of relevant experience within the Telecoms or IT. ( Teaching experience in addition to handling the specialized function is highly desirable)
• Should have a basic understanding of Telecom Power and Renewable Hybrid Power systems including Batteries, Rectifiers and Inverters.
• Should have experience in Business Development with proficiency in handling corporate clients,  individuals and Govt. officers
• Should demonstrate ability to run the operations of a learning institution.
• Should be proficient in  MS Office
• Excellent communication & presentation skills
• Good analytical skills.
• Should be a good mentor
• Be a good team player
• Have a pleasant personality
• Should be willing to travel widely

Send your application to jobs@linksoftsys.com by 17th June 2012.

Sales Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya

Position: Sales Manager
 

Location: Nairobi
 

Our client a multinational manufacturing firm is seeking to recruit a Sales Manager. 

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading sales teams to work towards achieving projected revenue generation targets.
 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Build and manage a sales force and distribution network capable of marketing and selling the company full product line in the market.
• Measure the sales teams progress against leading indicators
• Assist in negotiating pricing, terms and conditions with distributors
• Forecast sales volumes, profit margins, and net profit and achieve clearly defined, mutually agreed upon revenue/gross profit targets
• Deliver innovative business models, branding, and marketing approaches
• Work closely with the company’s manufacturing and design teams to consistently improve their product line.
• Train sales representatives, assign territories and help develop leads.

Qualification and Experience

• At least a Diploma in Sales and Marketing or any other business related  field
• Should have minimum of 5 to 7 years of field experience.
• Candidates with previous technical sales experience will have an added advantage.
• Should be proactive, independent, aggressive and passionate about the client business
• Good interpersonal skills
• A person of integrity
• Creative, professional, strong leadership and communication skills.

To apply, send your CV only with no other attachments to recruit@flexi-personnel.com Monday June 11th 2012. 

Clearly indicate the position applied for and the minimum salary expectation on the subject line. 

Smart Writers Consultants - Research Work and Writers Jobs in Kenya

 We are a professional research firm offering the following services to individuals, corporate, academicians and business people

Services and Products
We have involved in providing and developing the following services for various clients in all areas and levels:
Research Services:

• Writing a comprehensive dissertation
•  Editing Proposal and Project
• Questionnaire Design
• Data Collection - Primary and Secondary
• Data Analysis Using Advanced SPSS
• Report Writing and Thesis Formatting
• Assignments assistance

Others

• Composing and developing of a Business Plan
• Data Collection and data Analysis.
• SPSS Services.
• Personalized tuition and training.

Rates

• Assignments vary with size and time given
• Research projects we negotiate with clients

Email: smartwriters.co@gmail.com

IGAD - Legal Officer Job in Djibouti

Regional Integration Support Programme (RISP II) Continuation

Terms of Reference (TORs) Legal Officer

The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) has received funds from the European Union (10th EDF) through the Regional Integration Support Programme (RISP II). 

The funding is to support IGADs integration agenda to be coherent and in line with other regional integration activities in the ESA-IO region.

The Secretariat intends to use part of the funds to recruit a Legal Officer for purpose of building capacity and re-enforcing management of the IGAD Secretariat.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified individuals from the IGAD region for the following position tenable at the IGAD Secretariat in Djibouti.

Legal Officer 

(1post)
Grade : P3
Accountable to : The Legal Counsel
Duration : One year renewable subject to performance appraisal and availability of funds
Duty station : Djibouti

Job Summary

Under the general guidance of the Legal Counsel the legal officer will assist to provide legal advisory and interpretation service to the management of IGAD to ensure statutory compliance with existing law and regulatory requirements. The incumbent shall be responsible to:

Core Duties & Responsibilities

1. Provide legal advisory service to divisions and sections as and when requested;
2. Provide legal interpretation service on various aspects on the existing law and regulatory requirements;
3. Assist in the preparation of policy papers and instruments that have legal implications for consideration by management;
4. Participate in the review and advice on MOUs between IGAD and other organizations, including partners;
5. Follow up and update management on court matters as and when required and also attend court hearings for and on behalf of the Secretariat
6. Conduct legal compliance checks prior to disbursement of approved credit facilities to ensure legal documentations are in compliance with statutory requirements;
7. Assist on the review and vet loan offer letters, employment contract agreements, security and other legal documents;
8. Assist in the review of the Financing agreements between the Secretariat and a third party;
9. Serve as secretary for all management meetings;
10. Attend all policy organ meetings and keep records of all proceedings;

Minimum Qualifications & Experience:

• A degree in Law from a recognized university
• A minimum of 5 years experience in the relevant field
• Broad exposure and relevant experience in legal practice in contract/agreement drafting
• Experience in working with donors will be an added advantage;
• Must be computer literate

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Good communication, presentation, research and analysis skills;
• Proactive and self motivated
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Able to demonstrate organizational skills
• Strong leadership skills
• Ability to handle pressure and work with minimum supervision

Duty Station

The position will be based at the IGAD Secretariat in Djibouti with occasional travels within and outside the region.

Terms and conditions of Service

This position is EU funded and is a non established position whose contract terms are limited to the period of support; it may be renewed subject to performance and extension of the funding. The post offers attractive consolidated remuneration package.

How to apply

Interested candidates should submit their applications accompanied by a detailed CV, copies of both academic and professional certificates and testimonials, names and addresses of three reputable referees, contact details (e-mail, telephone) should be sent by registered mail, courier service or by email in MS Word to:

The Executive Secretary,
Intergovernmental Authority on Development,
P. O. Box 2653, Djibouti, Djibouti

E-mail: igad@igad.int; copies to RISP II Coordinator and Director, Finance and Administration: 

Yufnalis.okubo@igad.int and Florence.musoke@igad.int;

debrework.andarge@igad.int

All applications should be received not later than 15th June 2012.

IGAD is an equal opportunity employer. Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

IGAD Secretariat shall only respond to shortlisted candidates.