Application Deadline: Application Deadline Apr 19, 2021

  • FMCG Financial Accountant

    FMCG Financial Accountant

    Our client in the FMCG industry is looking to hire a financial accountant.
    JOB PURPOSE;
    The ideal candidate will be responsible for the financial management of the company; regular checking Bank online transactions, bank reconciliations, following up on outstanding issues with bank. Monitoring fixed asset register, stock asset account, account and comparing actual cost of vs budgets and making adjustments. Responsible for overall reports and management on both and accounts payable and receivables reconciliations.
    MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES;

    Manage accounts receivable, reports and Account receivable reconciliations.
    Monthly Preparation and production of the financial reports and management accounts including reports for payroll and wages summary and payments.
    Coordinate with Bank agent for collection of cash, statements and any other correspondence
    Participate in Internal and External Audit and ensure all statutory are filed on time
    Daily reconciliation of VAT report and submission for approval.
    Preparation and filing of approved VAT returns on monthly basis.
    Performing bank account reconciliations.
    Preparation of payment schedule and submit for approval.
    Analyse supplier’s sensitivity regarding payment terms, mode and advice Finance head of such suppliers for regularization. 
    Engaging suppliers regards to trading agreement, negotiate terms and propose just in time ordering system.
    Ensuring the system is reading updated and inclusive suppliers information.
    Closely liaise with procurement dept. to monitor and communicate change in purchasing price of items and services.
    Verification of attendance sheet provided by HR and submitting the verified reports for approval.
    Follow-up and ensuring timely submission of statutory deduction such as PAYE, NSSF, NHIF, NITA and W/VAT, W/T.
    Preparation of payroll and forwarding month-end report for approval, printing and distributing payslips to individual employees.
    In charge of organizing the archive room by logically arranging accounting files, labelling and safekeeping of sensitive documents.

    SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS;

    A bachelor’s degree in B.com (Finance/Accounting Options)
    SAP knowledge is a must.
    Must be a CPA (K/U/T) holder.
    Minimum 3 years’ experience in a FMCG company.
    Must be good in teamwork
    Result-Oriented
    Attention to Detail
    Positive attitude
    Strategic focus
    Personal Credibility & High Integrity
    Good leadership skills

    Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: https://reedsafricaconsult.com/job/fmcg-financial-accountant/   using the position as subject of email.

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  • Field Officer Intern 

Project Coordinator: KMR 5

    Field Officer Intern Project Coordinator: KMR 5

    A KEMRI –CCR Clinical Trials Research Project based in Thika is currently conducting clinical trials and is looking for motivated individuals to fill in the following positions:
    Two positions -To be based in Thika
    Purpose
    The purpose of the internship is to be trained in recruitment and retention activities for a research clinic team.
    The field officer intern will be trained on the following responsibilities:-

    Support the retention teamstaff meetings, and other events as needed.
    Bring to the study teams’ att in activities aimed at maintaining high retention of study participants.
    Conduct outreach activities in order to maintain high retention of study participants.
    Participate in trainings, team/ention any problems, challenges, observed in study activities
    Perform other duties as assigned or required.
    Education and Professional Training
    Diploma in counseling, social work, nursing or clinical medicine from a recognized Institution
    Training in reproductive health sciences would be an added advantage

    Competencies

    Basic counseling
    Basic IT and social media skills

    Experience

    Experience on health issues with communities
    Basic knowledge of reproductive health
    Prior work experience with young women

    Terms of Engagement:
    Appointment in the internship program will be for 6 months. This may be extended for another 6 months depending on performance.
    Please Note:
    i. A stipend will be provided.
    ii. Interns will be expected to take up a personal accident cover and medical Insurance cover

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    Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application together with their detailed CV to the recruitment officer through e-mail: phrdrecruit@pipsthika.org not later than 19th May, 2021KEMRI IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITED TO DIVERSITY; PERSONS WITH DISABILITY, WOMEN, YOUTH AND THOSE FROM MARGINALIZED AREAS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. KEMRI DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF ITS RECRUITMENT PROCESS INCLUDING APPLICATION, INTERVIEW AND PROCESSING OF OFFER LETTER. IF ASKED FOR A FEE, REPORT SUCH REQUEST IMMEDIATELY. Only those shortlisted will be contacted.

    Apply via :

    phrdrecruit@pipsthika.org

  • Global Finance Analyst

    Global Finance Analyst

    The Role
    Oxfam International is looking for a Global Finance Analyst to lead our global finance reporting and analysis activities. The role is responsible for providing strategic advice, reporting, budgeting and forecasting across our global operations using our reporting and business intelligence tools. The role will also support the monitoring of financial health of our Affiliate organizations and work closely with stakeholders to support the financial management of our collective investments.
    Please see the job description for further details.
    Who we’re looking for
    The finance team is looking for a qualified finance professional who has senior financial analysis experience in large and complex global organisations. You will have experience in finance business partnering and have a high level of proficiency with financial reporting tools. You will also be experienced in multi-currency reporting and be able to manage/develop policies and guidelines.
    You will have the capacity to think strategically and be able to work with complexity and ambiguity. You will also be a relationship builder with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
    What we offer
    This role will give you an opportunity to make a difference and be part of a vibrant and innovative organization. At Oxfam, we believe that every aspect of our work can lead to a positive outcome. If you have the same opinion, together with the ability to meet the challenges involved, this role offers scope for immense personal fulfilment – as well as outstanding opportunities to develop your career. Oxfam is committed to providing a fair compensation package and a flexible working environment.

    Apply via :

    recruitment.oxfam.org

  • Finance Officer 

Internal Auditor 

Human Resource Officer 

Security Officer 

Nurse 

Secretary 

System Administrator

    Finance Officer Internal Auditor Human Resource Officer Security Officer Nurse Secretary System Administrator

    Qualifications

    Be a holder of a Degree in Accounting or Finance from a recognized University, masters degree will be an added advantage ;
    Be a holder of Professional qualification in CPA(K), ACCA and/or ACA
    Be registered with ICPAK or an equivalent Accounting body
    Have at least five (5) years relevant work experience and must have served for at least three (3) years in Public sector with knowledge on accrual accounting
    Must have practical knowledge in ICT and good understanding of ERP and other MIS
    Have entrepreneurial and innovative approach to business and business solutions
    Have highly developed interpersonal and communication skills
    Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results
    Has shown unquestionable integrity
    Meet requirements of Chapter six of the Constitution

    Duties and Responsibilities

    Responsible for review, planning, coordination, design and implementation of accounting services and systems
    Responsible for effective coordination and implementation of all financial policies
    Responsible for the compliance and adherence to International Financial Reporting Standards(IFRS)
    Advise Institute Management/Board of governors on all financial matters
    Responsible for preparation and submission of end of year financial statements and accounts to Board of Governors and Kenya National Audit
    Ensure the maintenance of effective accounting systems in the Institute in line with the Generally Acceptable Accounting Principles (GAAP)
    Formulation and implementation of departmental strategic plan
    Ensure compliance with all relevant laws of financial matters
    Responsible for submission of the annual budget to Board of Governors and Government
    Responsible for development and implementation of Institute Strategic Plan
    Supervision and development of staff in the
    Timely and accurate preparation of annual reports and financial statements and quarterly management reports in compliance with International Public Sector Accounting Standards, Public Finance Management Act 2012, Public Finance Management Regulations 2015, other relevant circulars and generally accepted Accounting
    Advice ways of raising additional internal and external revenue for the Institute and ensure such revenue is timely recognized in the books of
    Co-ordinate both internal and external audit exercises by ensuring timely and correct availability of audit
    Drive strict implementation of students’ fees payment policy so as to ensure that all fees due is collected and correctly captured in a timely
    Ensure integration of bank accounts with the ERP
    Ensure tax compliance and all statutory deductions and other payroll deductions are remitted in a timely manner to minimize exposure of the
    Check the Institute payroll especially staff in payroll against head count, earnings in line with specific grades, allowances paid having been duly authorized, deductions to be properly supported and in compliance with applicable laws, circulars and
    Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Principal

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    In compliance to article six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya, the applicants should provide:Each application shall be accompanied by detailed Curriculum  Vitae, Copies of Relevant Academic and Professional Certificates, National Identity Card or Passport, Testimonials, and other relevant supportingApplicants should submit five (5) hard copies of their applications which should clearly be marked ‚Application for theApplications must be submitted on or before Monday, 19TH APRIL, 2021 Applications should be addressed to the:THE PRINCIPALKEROKA TECHNICAL TRAINING INSTITUTE,P.O.BOX 440-40202 KEROKAEmail: technicalkeroka @yahoo.comNote: The Institution is an equal opportunity employer.Women, the marginalized and persons living with disability are encouraged to apply.FOR FURTHER DETAILS VISIT OUR WEB SITE www.kerokatechnical.ac.ke

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  • Branch Manager

    Branch Manager

    Our growing firm is looking for an experienced and ambitious Branch Manager to oversee all functions of our Eldoret Branch from managing customer relations to overseeing day to day running of the Branch Operations
    The Branch Manager Position
    The Branch Manager position reports to the General Manager of the Company and is responsible for the following:

    Implementation of the Branch revenue and cost budget.
    Manage daily operations of the branch , especially customer service and finance
    Supervision of sales and technical personnel  

    Qualifications and Attributes
    Qualified candidates should have the following qualifications and attributes:

    Degree in Mechanical Engineering (Second Class Honors), Upper Division, from a recognized university.
    Proven experience in supervising a team of sales and technical personnel
    Good customer etiquettes

    Qualified candidates are requested to address applications to the General Manager, Morison Engineering Limited, P.O Box 17764-00500, Nairobi or morison@morison.co.keApplicants should attach a CV with three references, copies of ID, certificates and other relevant documents.

    Apply via :

    morison@morison.co.ke

  • Treasury Officer

    Treasury Officer

    Job Description
    Caritas Microfinance Bank is the fastest growing Micro Finance Bank in Kenya whose vision is ‘The Household Bank that Adds Value to All’. As part of our expansion strategy, we are seeking competent and qualified staff to fill the following position:
    The Treasury Officer will serve as the focal point for the timely processing of all payment receipts and outflows related to administrative payment issues, Swift management and compliance monitoring on settlements.
    Responsibilities

    Deal processing and settlement.
    Confirmation matching (Reuters roll review).
    FX rates input.
    Daily Nostro and CBK accounts’ reconciliations.
    Prepare statutory reports. i.e. Exposure report, Daily FX transactions over USD 50,000, Monthly FX holding.
    Check on Treasury income (reconcile with dealer blotters).
    Check FX revaluation and ensure all positions revalue in the system.
    Prepare and submit timely CBK Returns. – Monthly, Semi -Annual and Annual.
    Reconcile FX positions daily and send report to the Operations Manager.
    Maintain T-Bill and T-Bond book with emphasis on daily accrual, amortization and proper accounting entries.
    Daily reconciliation of T-Bond and T-Bill book as well as lien account.
    Client T-Bill and T-Bond account reconciliation.
    Check and report on daily Nostro and CBK account balances.
    Prepare limits report.
    Ensure prompt incoming and outgoing RTGS processing as per CBK guidelines.
    Post all Bank charges (Nostro and CBK).
    Close outstanding reconciliation items.
    Liaise with counterparties to close outstanding issues and follow-up on amounts not settled

    Qualifications

    Have at least a Bachelor degree or equivalent in Finance, Business Administration, Banking or related field.
    Minimum (4) years relevant professional experience in a bank treasury department.
    Be thoroughly familiar with the full range of banking financial products and procedures.
    Competence in the use of Microsoft standard software (Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint)

    Interested candidates who meet the criteria above are encouraged to send their application letters and detailed CVs to: Email:recruitment@caritas-mfb.co.keKindly indicate the position title on the subject line when applyingClosing date for application is on or before 19th April 2021Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

    Apply via :

    recruitment@caritas-mfb.co.ke

  • Communications Officer 

Senior Project Officers (SPO)- HES 

Technical Lead Household Economic Strengthening (HES)

    Communications Officer Senior Project Officers (SPO)- HES Technical Lead Household Economic Strengthening (HES)

    AMURT recently won an award for KENYA HEALTH PARTNERSHIPS FOR QUALITY SERVICES (KHPQS)-OVC/DREAMS program, and seeks to recruit the following positions based in Mombasa and Kilifi Counties.
    Responsible for developing, supporting and promoting the program goal through messages development, social media content creation, media outreach, developing and disseminating materials that increase the program visibility, creating strategies to effectively engage beneficiaries and quality reporting.  The job holder will play a key role in the project ’s communications with all the stake holders and will report to the COP.
    Responsibilities

    Support the project implementation team on quality documentation of best practices
    Responsible for developing, supporting and promoting the program goal through messages development, social media content creation, media outreach, developing and disseminating materials that increase the program visibility, creating strategies to effectively engage beneficiaries and quality reporting.
    Responsible for advising and ensuring compliance with donor branding and marking requirements.
    Lead all communication aspects for the project and ensure high standards of professionalism
    Play a key role in supporting the COP and project team in strategic engagement of the county governments and private partners
    Spearhead development and implementation of communication strategies for the project
    Advise on all media coverage for key project events to ensure quality and compliance with donor and organizational communication requirements
    Work closely with the Executive Director COP, DCOP and Technical leads to ensure that all donor reports are prepared to quality standards in compliance with contractual obligations, maintaining a tracking system to ensure that all reporting deadlines are met.
    Coordinate and manage project communication channels and materials including print, video, publications, and social media activities.

    Qualifications

    At least a bachelor’s degree in Communications or relevant discipline from an accredited institution.
    A minimum of 5 years’ relevant working experience in a similar role
    Demonstrated strong experience on USAID visibility and branding work
    Strong writing and editorial skills
    Creativity and innovation: Ability to develop and adapt innovative approaches and replicable strategies for communication and documentation
    Planning and organizing skills: Ability to coordinate and facilitate quality documentation and communication to internal and external audience.
    Communication skills: Ability to make presentations that catch and maintain audience interest; and excellent oral and written communication skills.
    Proficiency in using Windows Operating System as well as Microsoft Office applications (Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint).

    Personal Attributes:

    Have strong relationship management.
    Excellent time management.
    Team player with excellent negotiation, communication and interpersonal skills.
    Ability to prioritize workload and demonstrate deliverables/outcomes.

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    All applicants should urgently email a letter of application, CV, certificates and relevant testimonials to jobs@amurtafrica.org by 19th April 2021 indicating current and expected Salary. Candidates should clearly indicate the position applied for and its Reference number as the email subject. Interview will be done on a rolling basis and Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Canvassing will result to automatic disqualification. “AMURT is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to child safe guarding.”

    Apply via :

    jobs@amurtafrica.org

  • School Feeding Officers

    School Feeding Officers

    We are delighted to be recruiting for talented School Feeding Officers to join our team in Lodwar, Turkana county.
     
    Reporting to the School Feeding Manager, the School Feeding Officer (SFO) will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the School Feeding Programme in ensuring that school-based activities are being carried out effectively and in accordance with Mary’s Meals School Feeding Programme, Delivery Model and that the surrounding communities participate to acceptable standards.
     
    The SFO will also playa link role between the school, community and Mary’s Meals Kenya.
     
    This includes interfacing with community-based government curriculum support officers while continuously building and sustaining participatory community, stakeholder engagement as well as programme data management and capacity building to all volunteers, teachers,School Feeding Committees and the communities in which Mary’s Meals operates in.
     
    Key areas of responsibility include:
     
     
    MEL Database management

    Adherence to the Enrolment Data Collection, Verification and Management in accordance to MMK programme.
    Take full responsibility on all matters of primary data quality .
    Adequately and proactively analyse all data, highlight, and escalate all data quality issues to the School Feeding Manager while following all cases to completion.
    Actively train teachers/volunteers on appropriate data collection methods including completeness, accuracy, and ownership.
    Continuous dialogue with School Feeding Committees and entire communities on progress of school, presenting analysis and brainstorm on improvement measures including back to school campaigns.

    Stock Tracker management

    Timely and appropriate escalation of concerns with feeding rate data.
    Proper review and validation of highest attendance reports and attendance registers
    Actively review protocols on feeding rate, complete with categories of reasons for nonfeeding.
    Monitor and strengthen adherence to cooking guidance protocols.
    Train teachers, volunteers on Mary’s Meals cooking guidance and file protocols in every school .
    Ensure big books are up to date and stock reconciliations well documented.
    Adherence to reporting timelines and reporting thresholds.
    Proper filing of all school-based stock management reports

    Routine Monitoring, Checklist Administration and Reporting

    Ensure all school visits and the actions taken are consistently logged in the school activity log and all actions that require follow up are effectively reported, addressed, and/or appropriately escalated.
    Support schools to deliver the feeding programme safely and hygienically including access to clean and safe water for cooking.
    Develop and submit weekly, monthly and situation reports including case studies.
    Identify and deal with emerging issues in the school feeding and efficiently reporting the same to management.
    Facilitate the delivery of school feeding programme supplies and equipment to supported schools and ensure maintenance and care of assets donated to these schools.
    Support schools to organise community participation activities through meetings with Parent Teacher Associations and School Board of Managements with School Feeding Sub-Committee.

    Community Engagement and Partnership Management

    Supporting schools to establish and implement initiatives that will support sustainability of the programme.
    Providing training to relevant stakeholders for the effective implementation of the feeding programme.
    Carrying out field assignments and other related assignments as assigned by management from time to time.
    Actively promote child rights and the safety of children and report any cases for concern regarding child protection.
    Linking with other departments to ensure smooth flow of information for effective implementation of the programme.
    Any other tasks reasonably requested for the implementation, management, and development of the school feeding programme.

    Data Storage and Asset Management

    Responsibility for the organization and correct storage of data and information relating to the school feeding programme.
    Ensuring that organization assets and equipment are taken care of.
    Any other duty that may be delegated by SFM

    What are we looking for?
     
    We are looking for candidates who will embody Mary’s Meals values in:

    Having confidence in the innate goodness of people
    Respecting the dignity of every human being and family life
    Good stewardship of resources entrusted to us

    Qualifications, Skills, and Experience
     
    Essential

    A Diploma in Community development / Social work, Education, Programme Management, Sociology or related social science.
    Excellent communication skills
    Fluency in spoken and written English
    Familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel.
    A valid motorbike riding license.
    At least 2 years’ experience in community development or related field preferably with an international NGO/ASAL.
    Strong organization skills

    Desirable

    Ability to communicate in Turkana language.
    Experience of working in a charity or not for profit organisation.
    Experience of training and coaching others.

    Applications stating expected salary and CV (including contacts for three professional referees) should be e-mailed to jobs.kenya@marysmeals.org indicating the position title and applicant’s name in the subject line. All attached files should be saved under the applicant’s name.Deadline for receipt of applications is Monday, 19th April 2021at 16:30 hours.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted via official Mary’s Meals email address by latest 26th April 2021.Mary’s Meals never asks candidates to pay any money or pay for tests at any stage of the interview process. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

    Apply via :

    jobs.kenya@marysmeals.org