Lions Capital Receptionist / Admin Assistant Internship Opportunity

Internship Opportunity

Receptionist / Admin Assistant

Lions Capital Limited (LCL) is a Kenyan company that creates tailored financial solutions to meet cash flow challenges for both individuals and SMEs. 

We are looking for a Receptionist/Admin Assistant. 

The position calls for a dynamic, enthusiastic and a hardworking individual preferably with some experience.

Job Description

At LCL, your job will entail day to day management of the front office. In line with this, you will

• Support the Operations Office
• Support the basic accounting functions for properties that we manage and the micro finance side of the business
• Maintain and collect customer data

Qualifications and experience:

• Undergraduate degree
• Knowledge of MS programs – Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

To apply, please send your resume to gladys@lionscapital.co.ke May 20th 2013.

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Multinational Manufacturing Firm Accounts Executive Job in Nairobi Kenya

Position: Accounts Executive
 

Location: Nairobi
 

Industry: Manufacturing

Our client, a Multinational Manufacturing Firm in the packaging industry is seeking to recruit an Accounts Executive. 

The successful candidate should have stores and inventory management background in manufacturing sector. 

The role spills over in to accounting so some qualifications in accounting desirable.
 

The ideal candidate MUST be CPA (K) from a recognized institution.
 

Key roles and responsibilities

• Stores and inventory management
• Preparation of monthly manufacturing accounts
• Preparation of various accounting reports and presentations
• Liaising with other departments, particularly manufacturing and stock departments in ensuring company maintains appropriate levels of supplies
• Maintaining relevant documents for price list, catalogue, trade journals etc
• Budgeting, costing and cost saving after reviewing the management information available
• Monitoring and reviewing of outstanding invoices with prompt resolution of queries
• Assisting in the preparation of bank reconciliations

Qualifications and Competencies

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Commerce or any other related field
• Must be CPA (K)
• Proven knowledge in inventory and stores management
• Proven working experience in ERP software
• A minimum of 2 years working experience
• Working experience with computerized accounting systems, standard spreadsheet and Database programs
• Ability to work to tight deadlines in a pressurized environment
• A strong team player

To apply, send your CV only to jobs@flexi-personnel.com before 21st May 2013. 

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M-KOPA Technical Support Intern Job in Nairobi, Kenya

Technical Support Intern
 

M-KOPA is a mobile technology company that uses mobile payments to offer consumer financing for energy products and services, targeted at off-grid users. 

The M-KOPA payment system uses mobile payments as a way to pay slowly for renewable energy for a range of applications such as solar lighting or mobile charging.
 

M-KOPA is seeking a skilled and motivated Technical Support Intern to work in the technical operations team.
 

Background
 

M-KOPA was founded in 2011 following a successful commercial pilot using mobile services to collect payments for use of energy. The company’s first scaled commercial application is off-grid solar power systems, undergoing commercial roll-out across Kenya from May 2012.
 

M-KOPA was incubated by Signal Point Partners (www.signalpointpartners.com).

The partners and management team of M-KOPA include several former executives responsible for the initiation and scaling of M-PESA, the award-winning mobile financial service platform in Kenya. 

M-KOPA has strong international investors to help scale its business.
 

The Position
 

Title: Technical Support Intern
 

Location: Nairobi, Kenya
 

Start Date: June 2013
 

Reporting to: Head of Technology
 

Responsibilities Include:

• Providing first level support to network users on such issues as internet connectivity, printing and other basic computer issues
• Providing first level support for our applications to in house users
• Tracking and updating user tickets and ensuring they are handled in a timely manner
• Escalating technical issues as need arises and following up to ensure timely resolution

Skills & Experience

• Solid understanding of networking, both on the software and hardware end
• Solid Operating System troubleshooting skills (both Linux and Windows)
• Basic knowledge of MS SQL Server and SQL query languages a plus
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills with an attention to detail
• Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and manage own time with changing priorities
• A results oriented individual who thrives working in a fast paced environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a willingness to go the extra mile to assist other team members

To apply, please go to the Jobs section on the M-KOPA website and submit your application by May 22nd 2013. 

Only candidates who can demonstrate sufficient competence will be shortlisted.

HORECA Sales Executive Job in Kenya

Job Title: HORECA Sales Executive
 

Job Description
 

Marketing Executive to organize Sales and Marketing strategies to facilitate increased sales and customers satisfaction

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain business relationship
• Gather and provide market intelligence with regard to the sector and competitors,
• Coordinate the sales and marketing activities to facilitate the consistent acquisition and sustenance of reliable and viable customers
• Ensuring the firm credit control policy is in place and observed
• Developing and ensuring achievement of sales and marketing budget.
• Conduct market surveys and study customer trends.
• Training and development of the sales and marketing team
• Identify areas of opportunity in all trade channels that enhance market penetration
• Develop and implement promotional and distribution activities that drive business growth in all outlets.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required

• A Degree in B/Com - Marketing or Related business course
• At least 10 years milk product management experience
• Thorough knowledge of all aspect of sales and marketing in FMCG.
• Must be self driven and a Strategic thinker

An attractive package plus benefits shall be provided for the successful candidate

Application Process
 

Interested candidates are invited to strictly email their cover letter and CV, clearly detailing their current remuneration and expectations to recruit@odumont.com  before end of day 20 May 2013. 

Only short listed candidates will be contacted