U&I DTM Operations Officer and Marketing Officers Jobs in Kenya

U&I DTM, a Deposit Taking Microfinance regulated by the Central Bank of Kenya, invites applications from interested and suitably qualified candidates to fill the positions of:
 

Operations Officer
 

Duties:

• Management of the front office services including account opening, cashiering and customer servvice.
• The job holder must be fully conversant with cashering services, both front and back office, including cash reconciliation, vaul handling and dual custody requirements. The holder must also be fully familiar with all KYC requirements and capable of making independent decisions at the customer entry level.
• Holders will also be expected to have basic understanding of AML requirements and procedures.
• The holder should be able to double up in support activities including deposit mobilization, product sales, field activities and customer acquisition.

Qualifications

•  Minimum of a degree in business, accounting, finance or related fields.
• In addition persons with additional professional qualifications like ACIB, AKIB, CPA or Diploma in Microfinance or Co-operative Services will have an added advantage.

Experience
 

A minimum of 3 years supervisory experience 2 of which must be in a deposit taking environment will be required. 

Persons without the above qualifications but with 10 years or more on the job experience and over 5 years supervisory experience will be considered

Personal Traits:
 

Job holder should be a pleasant individual who is well balanced and able to operate under demanding conditions. The job holder should be patient, thorough and with good negotiation skills.

Career Progression:

This position offers a well defined career progression and should interest persons with drive and expectations of upward mobility as they meet set performance goals.

Performance Contract:
The holder will be on a performance contract with annual breaks and employee will be well rewarded upon meeting and exceeding set goals.

Position requires high level of trust and integrity and an entirely clean record and history is a must.
 

Marketing Officers
 

Energetic individuals with a passion for sales as well as being self driven and result oriented who will aggressively sell and market our products on a commission basis.
 

Candidates should have certificate or diploma in business related field and with excellent communication skills. 

Previous sales experience in a financial institution will be an added advantage.
 

Interested candidates are requested to download a job Application Form “Job Application Form”  and submit together with their CVs and cover letters by e-mail to careers@uni-microfinance.co.ke not later than Friday,14th June, 2013.
 

We are an equal opportunity employer.
 

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Wallmaxx Paints Direct Sales Jobs in Kenya

We are a cement based coating and paints company based in Nairobi and we are seeking to recruit experienced individuals with proven track record in direct sales.
 
The successful applicant will be driven, results focused with “can do” attitude.
 
Key Responsibility:

• Generate, qualify leads, source and develop client referrals
• Prepare sales action plans, strategies and schedule sales activity
• Develop and maintain sales and promotional materials
• Develop and make presentations of company products and services to current and potential clients
• Develop sales proposals, present sales contracts & conduct product training
• Maintain sales activity records and prepare sales reports
• Monitor and report on sales activities and follow up for management
• Participate in local trade shows and actively pursue professional sales development.

Key Competencies, Education and Experience

• Knowledge of principles and practices of sales and customer service
• Experience in sales & marketing with proven ability to achieve sales targets
• Planning and strategizing, persuasiveness, adaptability, resilience and tenacity
• Excellent verbal and written communication, negotiation skills & goal driven

How to Apply
 
Interested applicants should submit a CV and one page cover letter outlining their motivation and suitability for the above position by email to vacancy@wallmaxxpaints.com by 7th June 2013.
 
or
 
The Administration Officer
Wallmaxx Paints
P.O. Box 29371 -00100,
Nairobi-Kenya
 
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Private Safaris Market Manager Job in Mombasa Kenya

Private Safaris, member of the Kuoni Travel Group, is a premier Destination and Events Management Company for sub-saharan Africa.
 

To strengthen our competence in the German speaking markets we are looking for a dynamic Market Manager, to be based at our office in Mombasa.
 

You must have a passion to sell our East African destinations within the source markets; Germany, Austria and Switzerland. 

You are highly motivated, driven by sales, a dedicated team worker and ready for an exciting and challenging role within our company.
 

The position will require you to devise sales strategies, improve sales, acquire new clients, maintain relationships and lead a team of approximately 20 staff. 

Ensuring service excellence, high quality operations and utmost customer care complete the specs of this position.
 

Minimum requirements are fluency in German, management experience within a DMC or Tour Operator and the curiosity to travel within our destinations. 

Exposure to the German culture is a must while sound knowledge of product offerings in the German speaking markets for East Africa will be an advantage.
 

How to apply:
 

If you believe you are the right candidate and can clearly demonstrate your ability to meet the criteria above, please send us your resume and a motivational letter by following this link: www.privatesafaris.co.ke/jobs.asp
 

Closing date for applications: 15 June 2013

Radio Africa Group ICT Manager, Research Manager, Radio Presenter and Radio News Reader & Reporter Jobs in Nairobi Kenya

Career Opportunities in Media

Radío Africa Group is a fast growing and dynamic media company consisting of 6 radio stations, one TV station and one newspaper. 

We are seeking well experienced, visionary leaders with a clear track record to spearhead strategy and efficient delivery as follows:

Group ICT Manager
 

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the incumbent will spearhead the Radio Africa ICT strategy formulation and ensure that the company leverages on ICT as a means to increasing operational efficiency and growing the business.
 

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an ICT strategy that supports the Company’s core goals and over all strategy.
• Provisioning of Linux IT infrastructure services including software applications, networks, security and telecommunications
• Development and implementation of new systems based on Ubuntu Desktops and Servers
• Establish ICT systems and processes that ensure unique support for each company’s business and deliver optimal efficiency in the group of companies.
• Maintain efficient infrastructure and services including software applications, networks, security and telecommunications

Qualifications

• B.Sc. in Computer Science or related field, an MBA would be an added advantage
• Certification in CCNP, Linux (LP1 & LP2)
• Proven experience of driving and defining Linux IT strategy
• Proven experience of managing an ICT department
• Experience in setting up an IT helpdesk, developing telephone systems and setting up an intranet.
• Experience in Linux IT infrastructure planning and deployment
• Experience with heterogeneous computing environments (md. Linux, Windows, and Mac)
• Minimum of 4 years experience managing Ubuntu production environments and a minimum of 3 years experience managing Samba and LDAP, DNS servers (bind), Zimbra Collaboration Suite, Firewalls (IPTAbles + firewall appliance), SQL databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL), Web servers (Apache) and Asterisk PBC systems.

The Person

• Experience leading a team in a busy Corporate
• A meticulous individual with a keen eye for detail.
• Results oriented and energetic team leader capable of motivating and growing a young team
• Excellent problem solving skills and an ability to keep a cool head under pressure

Research Manager
 

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the incumbent will manage a vibrant and strategic Research and Development function which provides timely market intelligence to guide timely decision making by the group of companies.


Key Responsibilities

• Create objectives of the research, organise field interviews with respondents and oversee coding and data entry.
• Analyse the data using various software and prepare reports, present findings and recommendations to the management
• Manage the relationship with research service providers.
• Ensure that all relevant reports are sent out on time and accurate.

Qualifications

• Degree in business and/or statistics
• Master’s degree majoring in Research is desireable
• Diploma in market research, CIM is an added advantage
• Minimum of 5 years experience in a media monitoring company is a must
• Working knowledge of SPSS, Epi data, Quanvert is critical.

The person

• Advanced analytical and numerical skills
• Excellent presentation skills
• Excellent leadership skills
• A highly driven individual used to working with deadlines.

Radio Presenter
 

Reporting to the Program Controller, the Radio Presenter will anchor a radio show and drive listenership
 

The person

• At least one year’s experience on air as a radio show presenter in a top media house
• Fresh talent (aged 18 years and above) encouraged to apply - send in a 30-minute mock demo of a radio show to hr@radioafricagroup.co.ke

Radio News Reader & Reporter
 

Reporting to the Deputy Head of Electronic News, the Radio News reader & Reporter will handle all
field assignments, write, edit and read the news on radio.
 

Key Responsibilities

• Gather, write, edit and read news hourly on any of our radio stations
• Establish reliable news sources and contacts
• Interview newsmakers
• Attend functions and file stories on time.

Qualifications

• Degree in journalism or a degree in a related field + Diploma in journalism
• Minimum of one year experience as a news reporter
• One year or more in a similar position in a top radio station
• Ability to handle both English and Swahili radio news would be an added advantage
• Sound understanding of broadcast regulations and libel awareness

The person

• A meticulous individual with a keen eye for news
• Interest in sports and politics is critical
• Ability to translate English stories into nation ally accepted Kiswahili would be an added advantage.
• Highly disciplined and dedicated worker

Radio Africa Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will offer a competitive package to the successful candidate. 

If you match the above qualifications and requirements you may apply on the link www.myjobsinkenya.com/radioafricagroup so as to reach us by 13th June 2013. 

Please include your daytime telephone number and names and contact telephone and email address of 3 professional referees. 

We regret that in light of anticipated numerous applications, only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Disclaimer: Radio Africa does not charge a recruitment fee or work with any persons or agencies which charge a recruitment fee.