Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) Senior Legal Officers - Board Affairs, Legal Opinions and Conveyancing Services Jobs

Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is the principal revenue collection agency for the government of the Republic of Kenya.

The Authority’s vision is to be the leading revenue Authority in the world, respected for professionalism, integrity and fairness.

The Authority is seeking result oriented and self driven individuals with high integrity to fill the following vacant position:

Senior Legal Officers - Board Affairs, Legal Opinions and Conveyancing Services

Duties and Responsibilities

• Providing legal advice to the Department.
• Drafting contracts, leases and other conveyance documents.
• Carrying out research and making recommendations for the review of existing legislation.
• Preparing Top Management Reports.
• Preparation of reports pertaining to the records in the database.
• Supervising staff in the unit.
• Any other relevant duties assigned.

Requirements for Appointment
 

Academic and professional qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB) from a recognized University.
• Post Graduate Diploma in Law (KSL).
• Must be an advocate of the High Court of Kenya.
• Must be a Certified Public Secretary (CPS) K.
• Membership to relevant professional body.
• Must have at least 3 years experience in a similar position in a comparable organization.
• Computer literate.

 Competencies

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Organization awareness.
• Decision making skills.
• Problem solving skills.
• Must have high standards of integrity.

How to Apply
 

Applications typed or in own handwriting indicating the position applied for and enclosing detailed curriculum vitae (giving details of your qualifications, experience, current position, and names and addresses of three referees), copies of academic and professional certificates, Tax Compliance Certificate, copies of National Identity Card and testimonials should be sent by post to the undersigned or placed in relevant boxes at Times Tower Building, Nairobi (Ground Floor) so as to be received on or before 7th March, 2013.

A daytime telephone contact and email address should also be provided.

Senior Deputy Commissioner,
Human Resources.
Kenya Revenue Authority.
P.O Box 48240—00100.
Nairobi.

Note:

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Only qualified shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Rafiki Agri Business Assistant Relationship Manager Job in Kenya

Assistant Relationship Manager - Agri Business    

Reporting to: General Manager

The job holder will be responsible for the growth of market share and profitability of the Agribusiness segment through product development and execution of the Agribusiness strategy of Rafiki DTM.

Key Accountabilities

• To develop and implement Agribusiness strategy for banking small holder farmers involved in commercially viable agriculture activities.
• Develop annual plans for the business in-order to build a profitable asset portfolio and deposits from agribusiness sector of small holder farmers.
• Grow and Maintain market share for assets and Liabilities in the Agribusiness Banking segment through innovative product development of the Agribusiness products and solutions for acceptable and commercially viable value chains.
• Analyze the market trends in the agriculture sector and competitively position the DTM product offering for the agriculture sector.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders in the agriculture sector and actors for various value chains in order to tap in on banking opportunities.
• Drive cross-selling of agribusiness products to existing and new Rafiki customers

Minimum requirements:

• Holder of a University Degree in a Business Related or Agriculture field from a recognized institution.
• Those with an MBA, CIM or (MSK/Agribusiness certification) will have an added advantage.
• 2 – 4 years proven experience in the agriculture sector.
• At least 2 years experience in a financial institution covering sales, relationship and credit management.
• A thorough knowledge of Agribusiness products and Banking Industry knowledge.
• Excellent high quality interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills with the ability to network and develop strong business relations
• Excellent planning, organization, problem solving and analytical skills.

Key Competence

• Strong numerical ability
• Good listening and communication skills
• Customer service orientation
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Problem solving
• Honesty and integrity
• Judgment
• Stress tolerance
  Assistant Relationship Manager - Agri Business    
  
  Reporting to: General Manager
  
  The job holder will be responsible for the growth of market share and profitability of the Agribusiness segment through product development and execution of the Agribusiness strategy of Rafiki DTM.
  
  Key Accountabilities
  • To develop and implement Agribusiness strategy for banking small holder farmers involved in commercially viable agriculture activities.
  • Develop annual plans for the business in-order to build a profitable asset portfolio and deposits from agribusiness sector of small holder farmers.
  • Grow and Maintain market share for assets and Liabilities in the Agribusiness Banking segment through innovative product development of the Agribusiness products and solutions for acceptable and commercially viable value chains.
  • Analyze the market trends in the agriculture sector and competitively position the DTM product offering for the agriculture sector.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders in the agriculture sector and actors for various value chains in order to tap in on banking opportunities.
  • Drive cross-selling of agribusiness products to existing and new Rafiki customers
  Minimum requirements:
  • Holder of a University Degree in a Business Related or Agriculture field from a recognized institution.
  • Those with an MBA, CIM or (MSK/Agribusiness certification) will have an added advantage.
  • 2 – 4 years proven experience in the agriculture sector.
  • At least 2 years experience in a financial institution covering sales, relationship and credit management.
  • A thorough knowledge of Agribusiness products and Banking Industry knowledge.
  • Excellent high quality interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills with the ability to network and develop strong business relations
  • Excellent planning, organization, problem solving and analytical skills.
  Key Competence
  • Strong numerical ability
  • Good listening and communication skills
  • Customer service orientation
  • Accuracy and attention to detail
  • Problem solving
  • Honesty and integrity
  • Judgment
  • Stress tolerance
  • Adaptability
  • Team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  All applicants must apply online to the email hr@rafiki.co.ke closing date is 1st March 2013. 
  
  
  Canvassing will automatically disqualify the candidate. 
  
  
  Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. “We are an equal opportunity employer”.
• Adaptability
• Team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills

All applicants must apply online to the email hr@rafiki.co.ke closing date is 1st March 2013. 

Canvassing will automatically disqualify the candidate. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. “We are an equal opportunity employer”.

Rafiki Housing Assistant Relationship Manager Job in Kenya

Assistant Relationship Manager - Housing  

  
Reporting to: General Manager

The job holder will spearhead the growth and quality loan portfolio of housing microfinance products by ensuring appraisal of all credit facilities for risk identification and management, administration of the Lending Policy and the production of management reports.

Key Accountabilities

• Manage the credit appraisal process and participate in the approval within the delegated limits
• Active participation in the improvement of the credit process and its effectiveness
• Review and appraise credit applications to ensure compliance with policies and procedures
• Provide support to the Business Development Team in development of risk related products
• Ensure the preparation of loan approval documentation and management reports for decision making.
• Provide leadership and direction to the Credit Team
• Own the housing microfinance products and support the business development team towards meeting the set targets through accurate robust processing of housing Finance mortgage applications.
• Be responsible for maintaining Mortgage Finance Loan records for cases presented for approval
• Adhere to the DTM’s  service standards and deliver world-class customer service to internal and external customers
• Analysis of the various applications and constituting the lending committee.
• Follow up with the lawyers in term of registration and charging
• Ensure the Mortgage Loan application process is adhered to and all the requisite documents are attached
• Be aware of the Credit Policy and do a ‘diligence’ check, vet the applications and forward/submit only those that merit consideration
• Ensuring all lending covenants are incorporated in the respective facility letters
• Evaluating the quality of loans, assigning risk-ratings and ensuring compliance

Minimum requirements:

• Must have a university degree in a relevant field with CPA (K). AKIB/ACIB would be an added advantage
• At least 5 years experience in general banking or in a financial institution;  2 of which are in a lending function
• High data rationality, detail consciousness with high analytical and numerical skills
• Ability to interpret financial and legal documents
• Excellent Computer skills
• A good knowledge of the Banking Act
• A good knowledge of the mortgage market.

All applicants must apply online to the email hr@rafiki.co.ke closing date is 1st March 2013. 

Canvassing will automatically disqualify the candidate. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. “We are an equal opportunity employer”.

Kenya Accountant

Company Profile: Our Client is a worldwide co-leader of the global spirits and wine industry.  

The company is primarily focused on premium spirits (the high-margin segment of the industry), and has leading premium brands in all key spirits categories
 

Job Title: Kenya Accountant 

Reports To: Finance Manager
 

Location: Nairobi
 

Main Purpose of the Job: Performs the complete accounting function for the Kenyan operation and ad hoc accounting functions for PRK including general ledger transactions and ledger reconciliations

Job Scope and Context:

• Service Level
• Office based with occasional travel within Kenya and seldom international  
• On going requirements to meet deadlines

Key Responsibilities:

Process journal and General Ledger reconciliations

• General ledger journal entries are processed monthly
• Balance sheet transactions are prepared and reconciled monthly
• Ad-hoc monthly journals are processed
• Salary journal prepared and posted monthly on ERP
• Cashbook journals authorized and posted
• Monthly and annual accounts are prepared and reviewed pursuant to Group and General Accepted Accounting Practice (GAAP) requirements
• Ensure that all relevant control processes/policies as defined by the company are strictly adhered to

Monitor CAPEX and periodic Depreciation/Disposals

• Purchase of vehicle journal posted to general ledger
• Reconciliations of amortisation schedules performed periodically

Processing TAX returns

• Accurate preparation of employee-related tax and VAT forms
• Employee-related tax and VAT paid monthly
• All documentation and or preparation for auditors and or tax authorities is completed timely

Control and processing of bank accounts

• Surplus funds are transferred to Call Accounts and Regional Accounts where appropriate
• Foreign currency expense claims are received and processed
• Surplus foreign currency is returned
• Foreign cash on hand is revalued on  monthly basis
• Group Netting procedures are followed
• Foreign loans and interest are monitored, processed and reconciled

Process the company bank account

• Payroll journal reconciled with bank account
• Account transactions are processed and reconciled monthly

Process of special delivery payments

• Deliveries are cross-referenced with route sheets
• Monthly payments are processed and actioned
• Accruals are processed on monthly basis if invoice outstanding

Reconcile Customer Foreign Currency (CFC) bank accounts

• Payments from CFC are correct
• CFC bank statements are collated as required
• Debtors Manager (AR) are processing foreign receipts
• Foreign receipts have correct SPOT rate and are processed in accordance to GAAP
• Reconciliation of balance in bank accounts with balance of bank account as per Trial Balance before 15th of each month

Submit schedules to F, P & A Manager

• Fixed asset schedules submitted monthly
• Interest paid and received schedules submitted monthly
• Bank balance summary schedules submitted monthly
• Forex schedules submitted monthly

Closing the company system at relevant intervals (monthly, quarterly half-yearly and yearly) and reporting the approved numbers into PRISMA. 

And dealing with all queries relating to the submitted numbers
 

Deadlines are met for the submission of P&L, Balance Sheet, Treasury and Tax reporting based on time-table set by Finance Manager for;

• Monthly reporting
• Quarterly Forecast
• Half Year reporting
• Year-end Close

Coordinate with frequent travelers

• Requests for foreign cash or credit card applications or amendments received timely
• Receipt of expense claims

Collaborate with external agencies

• Ongoing communication with banks,  and other financial institutions
• Applications processed by banks timely

Job Requirements:

• Relevant degree (business/commerce degree preferred), professional accounting qualifications (CPA/CIMA/ACCA) and 3-5 years accounting experience in a busy accounting environment
• Strong MS excel competency preferred
• Knowledge of IFRS required
• Management Reporting & Analytical Skills
• Corporate Policies/ Procedures & Internal Control
• Financial Plan & Business Support
• Company & Business Knowledge
• Legal, Taxation & Compliance Issues
• Treasury & Investment Management
• Credit Management
• Accounting Principles & Standards
• Management Information Skills
• Planning and Organizing

All interested candidates should send their applications to mycv@myjobseye.com. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.