Safaricom Limited Principal Telecom Implementation Engineer Job in Kenya

Safaricom Limited is the leading mobile telecommunications company in Kenya. 

We are at the forefront of the industry and always seek to attract and retain talented, creative and innovative team players who are excited by the opportunity of pushing the frontiers of this evolving technology, growing our services, exciting our customers and contributing to our community. 

At Safaricom, we take pride in our talent and develop them to realize their maximum potential!
 

Principal Telecom Implementation Engineer

Ref: TECHOLOGY-PTIE-MAR-2013
 

Reporting to the Regional Implementation Manager, the holder of the position will be in charge of the delivery of capacity and optimization projects as planned by the Radio Access Engineering and Regional Optimization teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate and manage site surveys to ascertain for capacity/optimization projects implementation;
• Ensure that proper project scope is captured; and planned KPIs met at least cost and on time;
• Contractor supervision and management to ensure timely and quality delivery of projects;
• Co-ordination with Field Operations and contractors to ensure proper comprehensive tests and acceptance is conducted during and after optimization work;
• Liaison with RAE and Network Engineering to ensure activation of additional capacity and address any quality issues arising;
• Management and delivery of projects as planned to address customer complaints;
• Share knowledge and best practice with other engineers both within and in other sections/departments.

Minimum requirements

• BSC in Electrical/Telecommunication engineering with 6 years’ experience in the Mobile Industry;
• Strong project management skills;
• Knowledge of internal processes and procedures;
• Knowledge of 2G and 3G network topologies is mandatory. Knowledge of and experience related to 4G will be an added advantage;
• Proactive, analytical, confident, energetic and able to work under pressure with a positive attitude and good organization skills;
• Team player with ability to inspire and motivate the team to deliver stretched targets.

If you feel that you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualification and experience, please send your resume with your cell phone contact indicating your experience and why you are the most suitable candidate for the role clearly quoting the job title and job reference to the address below by Thursday, 4th April 2013.

The Senior Manager - Talent Acquisition,
Safaricom Limited.
Via email to: hr@safaricom.co.ke

Kenya Institute of Management Marketing Executive and Accountant Job Vacancies

The Kenya Institute of Management – a leading not-for-profit membership - based management, capacity building and business development organization that is in the fore front of driving business excellence and competitiveness in organizations is pleased to announce the following vacancies for self-starters to join our vibrant organization.

Job Title: Marketing Executive
 

Job Ref: HR/KIMME/OO513
 

Purpose of the Job
 

Reporting to the Team Leader Sales, the successful candidate will be responsible for generating revenue relating to advertising sales for the Management Magazine to ensure the sustainability of the unit.
 

Job Profile

• Achieve and/or exceed set monthly targets arising from advertising sales
• Increase advertising client portfolio to achieve and/or exceed set targets.
• Collect payments from clients and ensuring a debt free client list
• Develop contractual advertising relationships with clients
• Maintain effective customer service
• Develop sales proposals and presentations
• Provide weekly and monthly progress reports
• Develop and maintain a database of key marketing managers and agency contacts
• Collect feedback from clients and other contacts and in liaison with your supervisor formulate an appropriate feedback system

Person Profile
 

Knowledge, skills and experience required:

• Degree/Diploma in Sales and Marketing
• At least 2 years relevant work experience
• Proficient in the use of ICT
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• High degree of self-motivation, ambitious and focused
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Highly developed analytical skills

Job Title: Accountant
 

Job Ref: HR/KIMA/OO613
 

Purpose of the Job
 

Reporting to the Management Accountant, the job holder will be responsible for handling bank
reconciliations, fixed asset management and creditors management.
 

Job Profile

• Bank reconciliation
• Fixed assets management
• Creditors management
• Periodic reporting on the status of accounts
• Enters, updates, and/or retrieves accounting data from automated systems.
• Posts financial data to appropriate accounts in an automated accounting system, according to instructions.

Person Profile
 

Knowledge, skills and experience required;

• Business related degree from a reputable Institution
• CPA (K) Finalist
• Minimum of 5 years experience in a busy accounting environment
• Proficiency in the use of MS Office, Accounting packages and ERP
• Excellent report writing skills

How to Apply
 

If you meet the above requirement and qualifications and are interested in an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment that embraces mutual respect and support then we would like to hear from you. 

Kindly forward your application accompanied by a detailed resume, email address, day time telephone contact, name and address of three referees. 

The applications should reach the undersigned not later than Wednesday, 3rd April 2013
 

The Head, Human Capital
Kenya Institute of Management
P.O Box 43706 – 00100
Nairobi
 

or hr@kim.ac.ke
 

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

KIM is an equal opportunity employer.

East Africa Region Marketing Development Executive Job Re-advertisement

Re-advertisement: Marketing Development Executive – East Africa Region
Availability: Immediately

Salary: £800-£1,000 per month depending upon experience.

Main Purpose of the Role

The main purpose of the job is to provide effective Sales and Marketing support to units within the region which include Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda and Mozambique. 

The successful candidate shall implement Marketing actions within the region in liaison with both Vimto international and the local Vimto licensee.

Main responsibilities

• Create, foster and develop relationships with both the local licensee and other partners including distributors and wholesalers within the region.
• Define and execute brand strategies that support and contribute to growth in both the short term and long term
• Provide feedback to Vimto international on monthly sales and performance figures, stock levels and product availability.
• Analyse the results of marketing actions and initiate changes that may be required to improve sales performance.
• Develop and maintain a range of external contacts that can result in  improved product performance
• Develop and communicate an understanding of consumers to generate new insights that can inform strategy
• Monitor and report on local trends to fuel future innovation and make informed forecasts; Evaluate and communicate budgetary implications of these forecasts

Skills & Knowledge

• University level education Marketing, Communication or business related field. Postgraduate qualification would be an advantage. Professional Marketing/ Communication accreditation is preferred
• Successful and proven experience in Sales and Marketing of beverages/ FMCGpreferably with regional exposure.
• Knowledge of Market data analysis, finance (P&L, sales forecasts), local wholesale and retail dynamics,  and Targeted/ channel communication
• Commercial relationships and team building skills with the ability to work both as part of a team and on individual assignments
• Proven innovation,  resourcefulness and self-motivation
• Fluency in both written and spoken Swahili and English
• Computer and office tools literacy is required
• Holder of CIM (must)

Practicalities

• Resident/ willing to reside in Nairobi with frequent and extended trips within the region. A travel schedule will be agreed quarterly with Vimto International.
• Valid Passport and Driving Licence
• Written report to be emailed and expenses (receipts/justifications) sent after every trip.

If qualified send CV only to jobs@jantakenya.com by 29th March, 2013, indicating the title ‘Marketing Development Executive ‘n the subject line. 

DO NOT attach any certificates.

Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

N.B. We do not charge any fee for interviews and neither for having your CV in our database

Sales Executives Jobs in Kenya

Sales Executives

Our client needs to urgently fill the above position.
 

Department: Sales and Marketing
 

Location: Field
 

Purpose of the job: 

• Establishing markets for products that we deal in and
• Keep constant touch with customers.

1. Identify and create a market for our existing products
 

2. Polish existing relationships and build relations with new customers
 

3. Effective and efficient communication with clients

Primary Responsibilities

• Getting markets for the products assigned and other potential products that could be marketed.
• Liaising with administration department on new tenders/opportunities for entry in SAP
• Following up with competitor activities
• Reporting to management on potential leads
• Customer feedback on contracts, any new assignments
• Liaising with Supply Chain on contract updates
• Give management review on other products going to existing markets

Skills/ experience required

• Diploma in sales or diploma in business related field
• Presentable orientation skills
• Good Communications skills
• Minimum 2 years experience in marketing field

KPI’s:

• Meeting sales targets
• Introducing new customers/ products to our portfolio
• Customer relationship management
• On time correct reporting

If you meet the above minimum requirements, kindly email your cv (INCLUDE YOUR CURRENT & EXPECTED SALARY) to;

Recruiting Consultant,
Frank Management Consult Limited,
Nyaku House, 1st Floor, Argwings Kodhek Road,
P.O Box5351-00200,
 

Emails: wbeth@frank-mgt.com and cc to frankmconsult@yahoo.com