General Motors East Africa - IT Controls Coordinator and Parts Sales Executive Jobs in Nairobi Kenya

 General Motors East Africa Limited the franchise holder for Isuzu and Chevrolet is a subsidiary of General Motors Company, the world leader in Automotive Technology. 

Applications are invited for the following vacancies:

Coordinator, IT Controls
 

Reporting to the General Manager - Internal Controls, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following functions:

• Process & enterprise risk management : perform process interview and validation, validate IT related activities and document validation and action plans
• Business processes: document process in maps, align all processes to Global policy and coordinate update of all internal control procedures and process maps
• Information systems audit: Monthly audit of master files, review audit trails and all IT audits
• Business continuity planning: Coordination of company wide documentation
• End user computing application controls: Spreadsheets and database controls assurance
• Conducting input, system process control and interface audits
• Conducting special projects that require investigation and undertake other compliance testing

For appointment to this position, the successful candidate must have the following minimum requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting/Auditing/Finance/IT
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA K)
• Certified information Systems Auditor (CISA)
• 5 years experience in information systems audit
• Information technology proficiency
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Strong analytical and process management orientation skills
• High level of integrity and trust

Parts Sales Executive
 

Reporting to the Retail Operations Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following functions:

• In consultation with the Retail Operations Manager, develop and implement Parts Marketing Programs
• Achieve parts sales targets and put in place action plans to assure attainment
• Developing good rapport with dealers, fleet and retail customers and ensuring any issues affecting parts sales are resolved promptly
• Assisting on market surveys through parts counter and key customers to ensure ordering, pricing and old parts liquidation strategies are based on reliable market information
• Ensuring compliance of parts sales to internal controls
• Attaining set target in customer satisfaction index (CSI)
• Providing market information to aid in pricing
• Issuance of quotations on a timely basis

For appointment to this position, the successful candidate must have the following minimum requirements:-

• Technical or Business Diploma
• At least three years experience in a similar position
• Proficiency in computers
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent selling skills
• High level of integrity

If you believe you fit the above profile please submit your Application letter and detailed CV to be received not later than 14th June, 2012 to
 

The Recruitment & HR Services Manager,
General Motors East Africa Limited,
Enterprise Road, Industrial Area,
P.O. Box 30527 – 00100,
Nairobi
 

Or Email: info.kenya@gm.com
 

Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

KEPHIS - Head of ICT

Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS)

ISO 9001:2008 certified

A State Corporation in the Agriculture would like to invite applications from qualified Kenyans under the age of 40 years for the following position:
 

Head Information Communication Technology
 

Head ICT reports to General Manager Finance and Administration. He/She is expected to provide leadership in ICT, and ensure efficient and effective ICT operations in the Corporation.
 

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Providing leadership in all aspects of ICT strategy, management and operations;
• Evaluating user requirements as well as system functionality, and ensuring that ICT facilities meet the needs of the Corporation and Stakeholders;
• Ensuring the smooth running of all ICT systems, including anti-virus software, print services and email provision;
• Assuring functionality of operating systems, network and applications software for effective communication:
• Implementing measures which ensure security, privacy and integrity of ICT infrastructure and processes;
• Managing the implementation of data systems and monitoring their effectiveness in meeting business unit needs;
• Managing staff of direct reports in functional areas such as systems operations, LAN/WAN architecture and hardware and software support;
• Ensure effective disaster management and recovery strategies and policies are in place;
• Develops and maintains corporate policies and standards aimed at maximizing operation of ICT systems.

Key Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering or Information Systems from a recognized University. Master’s Degree in any of these disciplines is an added advantage.
• Ten years working experience in a relevant ICT environment and at least 5 years in management.
• IT Management Certification in hardware or software (MCSE, MCSD, MCCP, ITIL, Prince, PMP and/or, CISA) from a recognized body; and
• Proficiency in computing technology, programming, and practical knowledge of Oracle and SQL databases.
• Membership to relevant ICT professional bodies;

Personal Attributes:

• Self-motivated, organized and efficient individual;
• Ability to work in a team environment and motivate employees;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Applicants meeting above qualifications should send their applications giving full details of their qualifications, experience, present and expected remuneration, full contact address including daytime telephone number, detailed C.V., copies of certificates and testimonials and contact details of three referees.
 

Applications should be addressed to:
 

Managing Director
P.O. Box 49592-00100
Nairobi
 

So as to reach not later than June 22nd 2012
 

NB: Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Finlays - Senior Group Internal Auditor Job in Kericho Kenya

The organization
 

Finlays is a vertically integrated and geographically diversified agri-business that takes a leadership role in sustainability.

The group has etablished itself as a reliable, responsible, innovative and sustainable producer with a deep knowledge and passion for its products. Sustainability is pivotal to the group’s success and it lies at the heart of what Finlays does and stands for.

Finlays is Kenya’s largest agricultural export group employing over 22,000 people and annually exporting over 300 million stems of flowers, 7 million kilos of vegetables, 26 million kilos of black tea and 3 million kilos of tea extract. 

The organisation is geographically located in Nairobi, Naivasha, Kericho, Mt. Kenya and Mombasa and works with 1,200 vegetable out growers and 10,000 tea out growers. 

A vacancy of Senior Group Internal Auditor has arisen within our Group Internal Audit function for an internal audit professional with a proven track record of success in a multinational Company environment.
 

Location: The position is based initially at our Kericho operations but may be deployed to work anywhere within and outside Kenya.
 

The Job
 

Reporting to the Internal Audit Manager - Kenya, the successful candidate will work as an integral part of the Finlays global Internal Audit and Risk Management team to deliver a high level of corporate compliance to Finlays Group and other applicable standards. 

The key responsibilities for this position include:

• Undertaking the Risk Assessment Process;
• Assisting with the consolidation of the Internal audit plan and budget;
• Maintaining cordial and professional relationships and communication with all stakeholders;
• Executing all audits in line with the approved audit methodology and plan;
• Attending all audit supervisory committee meetings including being the Secretary to the meetings;
• Preparing monthly group internal audit reports in line with the agreed format and structure;
• Executing follow ups of issues and preparing follow up reports; and
• Proactively attending to any ad hoc requests from all stakeholders.

The person 

The ideal candidate must possess the qualifications / competencies outlined below.

• A graduate with bachelor’s degree from a recognized university backed by relevant professional qualifications with CIA and CISA being the most desirable.
• At least 5 years experience in Internal Audit / Consulting with a reputable audit organization. 
• Experience in systems audits will be an added advantage.
• Excellent communication, reporting and interpersonal skills and a can - do attitude.
• Meticulous in approach with data analysis skills using such software as IDEA, ACL etc.
• Results driven with excellent planning and organizing skills underpinned by well developed team working skills and judgment.

Application Procedure
 

If you meet the above requirements and are interested in applying for this role, please send your CV with a covering letter to the Human Resources Director, P.O. Box 10222, Nairobi 00400. 

Email: hrd.kenya@finlays.net to reach not later than 22 June 2012. 

Those applicants who will not have heard from us by 1 August 2012 should consider their applications unsuccessful

TSC - ICT Strategy Implementation Consultant

Teachers Service Commission
 

Tender No. TSC/T/41/2011- 2012: 

Recruitment of a Consultant to Manage ICT Strategy Implementation
 

Background
 

The Teachers Service Commission, in line with its Corporate Strategic plan, has developed and adopted an ICT strategy which sets out immediate, medium and long-term ICT plans.
 

The strategy seeks, in part, to harmonize and integrate existing information systems and align to future initiatives as part of an overall project to mainstream ICT within the Commission.
 

This procurement notice invites suitable consultants/firm of consultants to apply for the assignment to oversee the implementation of the ICT strategy.
 

Assignment tasks
 

The Consultant will undertake the following tasks:
 

(a) Review and update ICT strategy plans and budgets;
 

(b) Develop a resource based implementation programme;
 

(c) Oversee Implementation of various projects identified in the Strategy; and
 

(d) Undertake incidental work that may arise during the assignment tenure.
 

Consultants will be required to estimate duration and consulting fees.
 

Consultant Qualifications and Experience
 

Must have:
 

(a) University degree (preferably at master level) in ICT or equivalent;
 

(b) Specific expertise and demonstrable experience in the areas of ICT strategy development and implementation;
 

(c) Not less than ten years of relevant ICT experience at senior level; and
 

(d) At least undertaken over five ICT Policies and Strategy consulting assignments.
 

Interested Consultants should collect detailed bids on payment of KShs 5,000, at the Teachers Services Commission Headquarters in Upper hill.

Completed Financial and Technical proposals should be put in two separate envelopes and enclosed in abigger, plain sealed envelope marked “RECRUITMENT OF A CONSULTANT TO MANAGE ICT STRATEGY IMPLEMENTATION “ and deposited in the Tender Box at the TSC House, Podium wing, main reception, ground floor so as to be received on or before 27th June, 2012 at 10.00 am.
 

Further information may be obtained from: 

The TSC Headquarters, 

TSC House, 

Kilimanjaro Road, Upper Hill ,

ICT Directorate – 6th Floor (Tower Wing), 

during weekdays from 0800 to 1700 hours local time.

Opening of the Tender documents will take place immediately thereafter at the TSC Headquarters and in the presence of tenderers or their representatives who wish to attend.