KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide SHE leadership by example, commitment and provision of clear and consistent communication on SHE related matters to employees and managers in the region.
Ensure compliance with all national/industry specific legislation on SHE including preparation and submission of regional reports to the stipulated external bodies.
Ensure the implementation of Environmental, Health and Safety policies and procedure of the company in the region to attain operational safety in the workplace and sustainable natural resources use.
Advise Managers and Employees representatives on all SHE matters.
Provide periodic reports on the state of workplace SHE in line with company policies.
Undertake continuous hazard identification activities and review safety and health risk assessment for all processes and articulate commensurate risk controls that should be implemented and maintained in accordance with acceptable hierarchy of controls.
Pro actively monitor analyze advise and report on all processes, activities and procedures related to maintenance and service of work equipment and machinery including fire and plant equipment, construction and contractors on site, handling and use of hazardous substances including COSHH assessments ,fire emergency and operations involving noise, electricity, vibrations and work at height.
Establish and implement practicable techniques for the prevention of accidents and occupational ill health in the workplace in line with company policy.
Establish and implement suitable methods for the health surveillance of employees (legal and best practice) and co-ordinate first aid activities and occupational medical examination in the region.
Undertake and review environmental risk assessments for all activities on each site and articulate commensurate mitigation measures; whilst advising and undertaking where appropriate, EIAs and EAs in the region.
Continuously review and update the SHE SOPs as necessary.
Co-ordinate the audit team and facilitate internal audits in the region based on various codes of practice – KFC , TNC, BOPP, BRC, FLO, ETI, DOHSS, NEMA and others as applicable , while addressing SHE issues in the COPs.
Co-ordinate operations of and attend the SHE committee meetings, inspections celebrations and awareness creation days in the region.
Investigate root and secondary causes of accidents/ill health /incidents in the workplace associated with company operations and advise management on finding s and recommendations.
Attend regional operations/production meetings.
Consult with management, employee representatives and employees on matters affecting safety and health in the workplace.
Advise and carry out feasible environmental rehabilitation and restoration activities as required whilst ensuring good stakeholder relations with surrounding institutions, keeping them informed of the regional SHE sustainability agenda and involving them through periodic consultation and public participation (CPP) as necessary.
Participate in design of processes, tasks equipment, products and services that form an input into the regional business processes.
Undertake regional SHE training programs in liaison with the regional training manager.
Establish and manage a regional SHE resource centre for data, training aids and other relevant materials.
THE CANDIDATE PROFILE
BSC in Environmental Health Science or other related field.
Training in Environmental Impact Assessment( EIA) will be an added advantage.
Three years experience in a similar position.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Results Oriented.
Excellent time management skills.
Able to work with minimum supervision.
Must have a valid Police Clearance Certificate
Be a team player.
Self disciplined.
Application Deadline: Application Deadline Apr 18, 2017
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Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) Manager
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Administrator – Design Industry Territory Sales Manager Sales Representative Key Accounts Supervisor Sales Administrator
Responsibilities for the Administrator Job
Screen all incoming calls, mail and other forms of correspondence and disseminating them to the relevant staff or departments.
Set up and maintain efficient HR and Administrative electronic and physical filing system, programme files, statutory records, suppliers’ contracts, and other general correspondence.
Capturing and continuously updating client information on the contact centre data base to indicate status
Conducting general follow ups to clients who show interest in our services to ensure to ensure eventual uptake of services
Organize and coordinate all meetings, workshops and retreats and attend official conferences where required.
Perform secretarial duties such as: taking minutes for internal meetings; typing reports and letters.
Manage stores, petty cash and office stationery.
Manage the physical office space and supervise administrative staff
Manage travel arrangements for all staff
Resolve administrative problems by analyzing information; identifying and communicating solutions.
Qualifications for the Administrator Job
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or in a related field.
Minimum of two years’ experience in Administration.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Excellent communication skills.
Good planning and organizational skills.
Good interpersonal and Customer care skills.
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Accountant
Job Description
The Institute of Directors (Kenya) is a professional Institution whose role is to advocate for good governance and champion for good leadership. Foremost among its goals is to professionalize the role of directors through various activities that include trainings, seminars, business forums and other professional services of a similar nature. The Institute is seeking to recruit an Accountant.
Accountant General Job Responsibilities: Provides financial information to management by preparing Management Accounts and analyzing accounting data and preparing financial reports.
Reporting to: The Chief Executive Officer
General Job Duties:
Prepares asset, liability, and capital account entries by compiling and analyzing account information.
Documents financial transactions by entering account information.
Recommends financial actions by analyzing accounting options.
Summarizes current financial status by collecting information; preparing balance sheet, profit and loss statement, and other reports.
Substantiates financial transactions by auditing documents.
Maintains accounting controls by preparing and recommending policies and procedures.
Guides accounting clerical staff by coordinating activities and answering questions.
Reconciles financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information.
Secures financial information by completing data base backups.
Maintains financial security by following internal controls.
Prepares payments by verifying documentation, and requesting disbursements.
Answers accounting procedure questions by researching and interpreting accounting policy and regulations.
Complies with federal, state, and local financial legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements, and advising management on needed actions.
Prepares special financial reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends.
Maintains customer confidence and protects operations by keeping financial information confidential.
Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
Accomplishes the result by performing the duty.
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Financial responsibilities
Verifying the accuracy of all purchase orders and supporting documentation
Tracking and entering into Quick books all office financial transactions
Maintaining the financial filing system in accordance with guidelines
Preparing payroll and expense advances and reimbursements for all staff, including – salary, per diem, lodging expenses
Paying taxes to the appropriate authorities when necessary
Managing accounts receivable and accounts payable
Reconciling the bank accounts
Required academic and professional Qualifications;
Degree in Business or Social Science Field. (A degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics will be an advantage).
Full CPA or ACCA Qualifications.
A Master’s Degree will be an added advantage.
Additional Skills and Competencies required
Reporting and communication skills,
Attention to Detail.
Deadline-Oriented.
Confidentiality.
Time Management
Excellent Computer Skills.
Project Management Skills.
Experience
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Regional Procurement Officer Knowledge Management & Learning Coordinator
Role Purpose:
The Regional Procurement Officer will be responsible for Procurement, managing and developing the supplier base, and ensuring the efficient delivery of high quality goods and services to our country programmes.
Qualifications for the Procurement Job
Degree level in Business, Procurement or Supply Chain Management or Medical Supply Chain or similar level qualifications from a recognised institution.
CIPS qualifications and member or equivalent membership.
3 years’ buyer experience in International Medical / Pharmaceutical /NFI Procurement experience, with cross boarder logistics experience and contract/Framework management in complex situations.
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Senior Legal Officer
The Senior Legal Officer will be responsible for providing legal advice to the Authority. He/She will also be responsible for drawing up and submitting contracts, agreements and other legaldocuments
Responsibilities for the Legal Officer Job
providing legal advice to ensure the best legal approach is taken by the Authority
drawing up and submitting contracts, agreements and other legal documents;
preparation and monitoring of the Section’s budgets and expenditures;
undertake Legal research to ensure the Authority is acting in accordance with all applicable laws;
preparing Quarterly Legal Reports;
acting and advising the Authority on regulatory changes or issues;
preparation of Board Resolutions, Action Points, Board Reports and Board Minutes;managing the risk exposure of the Authority by ensuring compliance with all relevant statutory and regulatory requirements;
liaising with external lawyers on all cases filed against the Authority to ensure instructions, witnesses and
statements are procured on time;
working with external lawyers to initiate lawsuits or to formulate a defence, to gather evidence in legal
proceedings involving the Authority and rendering general advice relating to any legal proceedings involving the Authority;
acting on claims that may be made by the Authority in debt recovery; and
representing the Authority in litigation matters in various Courts within Kenya..
Legal Officer Job Specifications
Served in the grade of Legal Officer or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public or Private Sector for a minimum period of three (3) years.
Bachelor of Laws degree from a recognized institution.
Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Studies from the Council of Legal Education;
Admitted as an advocate of the High Court Kenya.
Certificate in the relevant Computer applications from a recognized institution;
Certificate in Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
Certified Public Secretary (K) or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
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HR Officer
HR Officer Job Duties and Responsibilities
Carrying out staff audits identifying gaps and developing optimal staffing level in the County;
Preparing the budget for the HRM function;
Administration of staff payroll, on-boarding of new staff preparing and distributing staff handbooks and other HR materials;
Assisting in all administrative activities related to medical aid insurance health & safety staff retirement benefits, house-keeping and leave administration among others;
Ensure correct interpretation of human resource policies rules regulations labour laws and other relevant statutes;
Establishing performance management systems;
Ensuring compliance with public service Values and Principles of Government in Counties;
Establishing records management systems and organizing for transfer of all human resource records from both national and local authorities;
Drafting job descriptions in consultation with heads of departments;
Promoting quality diversity and inclusiveness as part of the culture of the organization;
Performing any other duties as assigned.
Requirements for the HR Officer Job
Must be a Kenyan citizen;
Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management from a recognized institution.
A Post Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management from the Institute of Human Resource
Management will be an added advantage
Experience in Human
Resource Management will be an added advantage;
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills;
Rounded experience and knowledge of labor laws, procedures and policies;
Computer literate;
Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution