Marketing and Public Relations Manager

Vacancy: Marketing and Public Relations Manager
 

Duma Works is recruiting for one of our clients

Span of Control: Marketing Executive, Digital Media Executive

Company: One of the leading professional companies in East Africa.

Mission: To implement marketing plans, marketing communications and public relations functions and direct the day to day activities of the Marketing, Communications and Public Relations team. 
 

Job Description

• Implement marketing, communication and public relations action plans that will enhance the organization’s image and position within the market-place.
• Develop, monitor and ensure adherence to the marketing, communication and public relations budget.
• Ensure articulation of the desired image and position of the business by both external and internal stakeholders.
• Manage and oversee all marketing, communication and public relations day to day activities
• Manage and coordinate internal and external communication.
• Ensure consistent communication of image and position throughout the company and to the public.
• Oversee the design, production, appearance and distribution of all print and electronic materials such as the letterhead, use of logo, brochures and all publications.
• Manage and monitor progress of the use of various IT systems e.g. social media to advertise
• Provide oversight for outsourced marketing services
• Act as the company’s representative with the media and oversee media activities
• Plan and lead marketing events.
• Manage and build relationships with existing and potential sponsors.
• Prepare and update the marketing events calendar.
• Conduct continuous market research and surveys on the various businesses in order to ensure that the brand is continuously improved and maintained.
• Provide oversight, guidance and supervision of the Marketing, Communications and Public Relations team.

Operational Links

Internal

• Heads of Departments
• Employees

External

• Government and regulatory bodies
• Consultants and Service Providers
• The company’s clients

Academic and Pertinent Qualification

• A Bachelor’s degree in Marketing/ Public Relations / Communication and a Chartered Institute of Marketing certification
• A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in either marketing, communication or public relations of which at least two (2) years should be in a supervisory capacity.
• Experience with personal computer, Microsoft, and an HRIS.

Skills

• Good interpersonal skills.
• Good decision making skills.
• Good problem solving skills.
• Good problem solving skills.
• Planning and organization skills.
• Ability to lead a team of professionals.
• Ability to interact with a diverse group of people.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Only those candidates who meet the above mentioned qualifications should submit their resumes to  apply@dumaworks.com with the subject line consisting of Marketing and Public Relations Manager 1762, your NAME and PHONE NUMBER.

Kaizen Coordinator

Kaizen Coordinator – RTS Global Partners

Position Summary: Reporting to the Plant Manager, the candidate will ensure the effective functioning of continuous improvement of the business plan

Identifies and eliminates waste and non-value added activities through continuous improvement in all products and services. 

Responsible for improving the business through the involvement and empowerment of entire workforce

Performs a wide range of Continuous Improvement activities including but not limited to planning / developing / documenting Kaizen events, performing 6-S audits, process mapping, capability studies, root cause analysis, coordination of all department and other support areas during Kaizen activities

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Ability to lead Kaizen weekly with the team
• Ability to develop and use established Kaizen tools
• Ability to train Kaizen to a team
• Fosters positive relationships within the plant and between the Kaizen teams and the business organization.
• Trains all levels within the organization to develop the mix of skills and abilities ensuring successful plant behaviors.
• Performs extensive data collection and tracking including but not limited to labor productivity, rework, raw material inventory, overtime, to identify and address plant opportunities.
• Assists in the development and maintenance of a business culture, which supports the company's overall business objectives and goals by providing leadership in issues that involve "cost, quality, process, schedule and people".
• Ensure the company's commitment to maintain of a business a safe workplace and to protect the environment through the establishment and support of Company policy and adherence to various government regulations.
• Prepare, executes, revises and measures progress of continuous improvement plans.
• Secure critical resources for lean transformation. Develop the lean knowledge of high potential candidates throughout the organization.

Education

• Bachelor Degree in Engineering (Manufacturing and or Industrial) preferred
• Master's Degree in MBA or MS (Manufacturing Engineering or Management) preferred
• PE License and 6-Sigma Black Belt preferred

Experience

Mandatory Minimum 10 years in Manufacturing - serving as a change agent with ability to lead business improvement projects

Required Skills

• Strong process documentation, procedure, and quality background
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written)
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills
• Ability to establish priorities, multi-task and detail oriented.
• Ability to work with large volumes of process data and with statistical methods.
• Ability to handle multiple projects
• Time management and understanding of Microsoft Office
• Strong organizational planning and communication skills

Physical Requirements

Must be able to work in a fast pace environment

Safety Expectations

• Be responsible for safety awareness in all jobs to help eliminate injuries to yourself and your team members.
• Learn and follow all safety requirements. Failure to do so will result in displinary action.
• Constantly check for safety hazards and ensure problems are rectified promptly.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Report to work fit for duty and not affected by alcohol, drugs, medications or other harmful influences
• Actively participate in safety improvement activities.
• Report any unsafe practices by coworkers or contractors.
• Immediately report all injuries and other safety incidents.
• If you are injured return to work as soon as possible to appropriate duties.

Quality Outline

• Ensure employees are aware of ISO procedures and work instructions.
• Find resolution to issues found by quality inspectors, customers or customer service.
• Ensure employees are completing DPR's (Defect Prevention Reports) at prescribed intervals.
• Ensure employees use proper fixtures and templates at prescribed intervals.
• Review weekly measurements on communicating measurement boards (safety, quality, production) and drive improvements based on KPI's (key performance indicators).
• Ensure that all non-conforming material is renewed and processed on a daily basis. Confirm that all procedures are being followed. Re-train as needed.
• Ensure Employees understand the calibration refinement for employee and company owned tools.
• Ensure employees complete all paperwork accurately.

Application Process
 

If your experience and qualifications match the required profile, please send your detailed CV, clearly showing examples of relevant experience, with the subject “Kaizen Coordinator”, to susan@rtsgp.com andrew@rtsgp.com.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Personal Assistant to the Managing Director

Summary: Our client is a large scale urban development firm keen on making a significant contribution to Kenya’s renewed growth in economic and social development. 

They hold a visionary concept aiming to shift urban development in Kenya from the familiar single node model to a decentralized urban environment.
 

They are looking to recruit a Personal Assistant to the Managing Director who will also serve as the Office Manager. 

The incumbent will be required to provide professional support to the East African MD and manage day to day administrative functions. 

Key Responsibilities

• Organize and maintain the MD’s diary and make appointments.
• Arrange for flawless local and international travel, accommodation and visa arrangements as well as prepare weekly and monthly travel reports in coordination with the Office Assistant.
• Develop and maintain a contact database for clients, vendors, key stakeholders, regulators, etc. and ensure that this is updated on a regular basis.
• Ensure all documents from CEO’s office are professionally styled and presented in accordance with corporate standards.
• Verify all departmental /MD bills and expense claims and forward to Finance for payment.
• Ensure that all physical and electronic records including company documents are safely kept and a record of the same retained at all times.
• Create and maintain a database of Annual Financial Reports for key sectors such as banks, publicly listed companies, stockbrokers and real estate firms. In addition, maintain a library with all relevant publications and reference materials.
• Arrange and coordinate corporate and staff events including conferences.
• Manage support staff and administrative corporate services providers including catering, office vehicle, cleaning services, etc.
• Produce and distribute documents, briefing papers, corporate reports, minutes and presentations as and when needed.
• Deal with routine and non-routine correspondence.
• Handle personal requests of the assigned individual with time permitting.
• Act as interim HR coordinator.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Degree / Diploma in Business Administration / Secretarial
• Minimum 3 years of practical experience in a similar position; international exposure will be a plus.
• High level computer proficiency. Mac experience helpful. PowerPoint proficiency also key.
• Professional typing speed.
• Excellent speaking and writing skills in English and Swahili. Knowledge of a foreign language of any European country will be an added advantage.
• Strong analysis skills, including recognizing and solving problems, without active supervision.
• Excellent organizational skills and confidentiality.
• Strong interpersonal skills and positive attitude.
• Ability to work in a team and under pressure.

How to Apply: 
 

Send your application including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with our client; a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of three professional referees by close of business Monday 22nd June 2015.

Adept Systems
Management Consultants
P O Box 6416, Nairobi, 

GPO 00100

Email: recruit@adeptsystems.co.ke

Only short listed candidates will be contacted. 

Please note that we do not charge fees for receiving or processing job applications. 

Jumia - Head of Buying Operations Job in Kenya

Head of Buying Operations 
 

Who We Are: Jumia is the largest online retail store in Africa with over 100,000 unique visitors a day, buying everything from Fashion to Phones. Founded in 2012 in Nigeria, Jumia's mission is to revolutionize the concept of shopping by providing customers with the best online shopping experience.

Jumia is part of Africa Internet Group, a leading global incubator of startups specialised in e-commerce. 

Africa Internet Group is Africa's leading internet firm, with already over 3,000 employees in over 20 African countries and huge successes such as Jumia.com, Kaymu.com, Hellofood.com, Lamudi.com, Carmudi.com and Jovago.com. 

It is led by top talented leaders offering a great mix of local and international talents and is backed by MTN, Millicom and Rocket Internet.

Africa is one of the fastest growing economies in the world, offering excellent opportunities in a vibrant and booming environment. Its economic growth has enabled innovative businesses to flourish and this is where Africa Internet Group steps in.

We are currently looking for a talented individual to join our team and embark on an exciting journey under our Buying department. 

Job Description: 

• Monitoring and analysing all Marketplace activity
• Driving Marketplace growth by on-boarding and training the new suppliers on the seller platform
• Following-up with existing Marketplace sellers and building a long-lasting relationship
• Overseeing account management to ensure sellers grow to become active and independent
• Monitoring Seller Support Team activity, to ensure sellers can consistently achieve their KPIs
• Co-ordinating with other departments:

1. Work with Operations team to monitor Marketplace orders
2. Work with Production team for the upload of the products online
3. Liaise with IT to ensure a good functioning of the Marketplace platform and internal systems
4. Team up with Vendor managers and Category Managers to aid in commercial aspects of the business
5. Follow up with Finance for payments and finance reconciliation

Qualification & Skills

• Degree in Engineering/ Business/ Project Management/ Purchasing & Supply
• At least 2 years in a process oriented Capacity
• Excellent experience dealing with local & international suppliers
• Knowledge of the retail industry
• Excellent computer skills
• Smart and able to think on ones feet

What we Offer

• A unique education in scaling new internet concepts
• Become part of a highly professional and dynamic team working around the world

Please send your resume to: joinus-kenya@jumia.com  on or before the 1st of April indicating the Job Title on your Email Subject. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Join the journey!