Jobs Kenya

Application Deadline: Application Deadline Aug 16, 2023

  • Marketing Executives – Nakuru Marketing Executives – Nyeri Marketing Executives – Machakos Marketing Executives – Nanyuki Marketing Executives – Thika Marketing Executives – Mombasa Marketing Executives – Eldoret Marketing Executives – Kisii Marketing Executives – Kisumu Marketing Executives – Kajiado/Kisaju Marketing Executives – Nairobi

    Marketing Executives – Nakuru Marketing Executives – Nyeri Marketing Executives – Machakos Marketing Executives – Nanyuki Marketing Executives – Thika Marketing Executives – Mombasa Marketing Executives – Eldoret Marketing Executives – Kisii Marketing Executives – Kisumu Marketing Executives – Kajiado/Kisaju Marketing Executives – Nairobi

    JOB PURPOSE:

    The Incumbents will support the Marketing function in delivering its objectives by recruiting students, marketing the University programmes and advising on the current market trends, among others, based on market surveys.

    KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
    Student recruitment

     Selling courses to prospective clients and meeting monthly sales targets as will be agreed upon with the line manager through various methods including activation of churches, schools, companies, etc.

    2. Market surveys

     Analysis of competitor activities by monitoring all activities of interest and benefit to the marketing function. These include monitoring competitor’s performance in
    terms of;

    Business performance –registrations, populations, programs offered and the pricing, facilities and other relevant areas
    Marketing strategies utilized for example advertisements and promotions
    Expansion and growth activities of competitors including new branches, new collaborations
    Monitor new entrants into the market

     Receiving and collecting market intelligence to identify new/potential market and product opportunities and assess demand, University’s brand positioning and awareness.
     Timely communication of all information acquired to the Marketing Manager with proposals on the best action.

    Direct Marketing through posters, fliers and other marketing materials

     Ensure the effective utilization of all marketing mechanisms including, strategic, consistent and aggressive placement of the appropriate marketing communication materials in all legally allowed and beneficial places that target an appropriate market segment and mass markets and ensure their maintenance.
     Co-ordination of and representation in events such as conferences, seminars and exhibitions that will promote the awareness of the University and its credentials.
     Be familiar with all courses offered in the University so as to identify the most effective ways of convincing varying targets and identifying gaps in the current offering.

     In-house monitoring

     Monitor the University’s outdoor marketing platforms to ensure proper maintenance and advice on any corrective action or necessary reaction to competitor actions.

    Custodianship

     Ensure the safekeeping and maintenance of all University marketing equipment and materials including posters, fliers, roll up banner, among others.

    Customer relations

     Build a good relationship with the current and potential students to encourage referrals
     Support students in securing admissions
     Facilitate faster complain handling to quickly resolve customer issues

    Other

    Any other duties meant to achieve the marketing objectives as assigned by the supervisor

    QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

     Degree in Marketing or any Business-related field Or a Diploma in Marketing with 2 years’ working experience in sales and marketing.
     Certificate / diploma in computer skills is an added advantage
     Excellent communication skills
     Excellent organization skills
     Good report writing skills

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    Interested candidates who satisfy the requirements below should forward their applications accompanied by a detailed CV, email address, day time telephone contact, name and address of three referees. The applications should reach the undersigned not later than 16th August 2023. The Management University of Africa is an equal opportunity employerTHE VICE – CHANCELLOR
    The Management University of Africa
    P. O. Box 29677 – 00100, NAIROBI
    Email: vc.jobapplications@mua.ac.ke

    Apply via :

    vc.jobapplications@mua.ac.ke

  • Territory Manager

    Territory Manager

    Key Responsibilities:

    Business Unit Performance: Responsible for P&L management for the warehouse and market while driving profit maximization for the business unit. Oversee the business unit performance management and ensure the attainment of all organizational KPIs for the unit. Account for any performance decline and devise ways to improve the same.
    Revenue Generation: Work collaboratively with the commercial and purchasing teams to spearhead revenue generation in the market including advisory on product pricing to generate business margins. Liaise with the sales team to drive product penetration and uptake in the market including the formulation of effective sales and marketing strategies.
    Strategy Execution: Communication of the business strategy in the market and ensure execution against the set KPIs as per the strategy. Ensure the team understands and buys into the strategy. Support the development of the pricing strategy and product pricing based on market understanding, competitor analysis and customer feedback.
    Operations Optimization: Lead the coordination of business activities with the head office and collaborate with Functional Managers to guarantee operational efficiency. Proactively support the development and review of SOPs based on the gaps identified to maximize operations effectiveness.
    Inventory Management: Work closely with the Warehouse Supervisor and Loss Control Supervisor to facilitate proper inventory management, stock control and loss prevention. Collaboratively formulate and implement measures to safeguard the inventory in the warehouse.
    Compliance: Drive compliance to the laid down SOPs for the warehouse, operations and HR whilst ensuring proper team training and appreciation. Ensure legislative and regulatory compliance of the business unit including Health and safety compliance of the business unit. Undertake frequent operations audits to evaluate the level of compliance, operational gaps and hindrances for immediate action.
    Budget Management: Develop and present the annual budget for the specific business unit; Monitor and oversee its utilization including budget control, accounting as well as reconciliation.
    Market Intelligence & Business Advisory: Oversee frequent market surveys and analysis to identify opportunities the business can capitalize on, understand competitor activities and appreciate customer dynamics. Escalate customer feedback to the management to ensure course correction where necessary.
    People Management: Support staff recruiting for the business unit, training, supervision and appraising of staff. Work closely with the HR team to execute key HR functions in the unit including policy implementation, performance management, disciplinary, evaluations and training.

     Minimum Requirements & Key Skills:

    A Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field;
    A minimum of 6 years in operations management and driving business performance in a retail or FMCG background;
    P&L management background;
    Experience setting up and growing markets as well as driving numbers is preferred;
    Experience handling end-to-end operations cutting across warehousing, logistics, sales and business performance management is preferred;
    Appreciation of the business environment, key priorities and a keen sense of what needs to be done for the business to succeed;
    Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams with indirect reporting lines to drive the execution and achievement of business objectives and strategy.

    Apply via :

    kyosk.hire.trakstar.com

  • Communications Officer

    Communications Officer

    Job Description

    The Communications Officer will be responsible for developing and implementing the AYT communications strategy, including managing the organization’s website and social media presence, producing multimedia content, and coordinating with media outlets to ensure accurate coverage of AYT’s work. The Communications Officer will also support fundraising efforts by developing fundraising materials and contributing to grant proposals. The Communications Officer will work closely with project officers implementing project in different department in AYT.

    Requirements

    At least Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or related field.
    Minimum of 3 years of experience in communications, preferably in the humanitarian or development sector.
    Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality multimedia content, including photos and videos.
    Experience managing social media accounts and website content.
    Knowledge of and experience working with media outlets.
    Experience in graphic design and audio-visual production is an added advantage.

    To access more information about the vacancy, please download the vacancy information document provided below. It contains detailed information regarding the position, including qualifications, responsibilities, and application instructions. All interested candidates are requested to apply by sending their applications to info@africayouthtrust.org no later than the  16th of August 2023. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further consideration.Thank you for your interest, and we appreciate your understanding.

    Apply via :

    info@africayouthtrust.org

  • Marketing Executives – Nakuru Marketing Executives – Nyeri Marketing Executives – Machakos Marketing Executives – Nanyuki Marketing Executives – Thika Marketing Executives – Mombasa Marketing Executives – Eldoret Marketing Executives – Kisii Marketing Executives – Kisumu Marketing Executives – Kajiado/Kisaju Marketing Executives – Nairobi

    Marketing Executives – Nakuru Marketing Executives – Nyeri Marketing Executives – Machakos Marketing Executives – Nanyuki Marketing Executives – Thika Marketing Executives – Mombasa Marketing Executives – Eldoret Marketing Executives – Kisii Marketing Executives – Kisumu Marketing Executives – Kajiado/Kisaju Marketing Executives – Nairobi

    JOB PURPOSE:

    The Incumbents will support the Marketing function in delivering its objectives by recruiting students, marketing the University programmes and advising on the current market trends, among others, based on market surveys.

    KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    Student recruitment

     Selling courses to prospective clients and meeting monthly sales targets as will be agreed upon with the line manager through various methods including activation of churches, schools, companies, etc.

    2. Market surveys

     Analysis of competitor activities by monitoring all activities of interest and benefit to the marketing function. These include monitoring competitor’s performance in
    terms of;

    Business performance –registrations, populations, programs offered and the pricing, facilities and other relevant areas
    Marketing strategies utilized for example advertisements and promotions
    Expansion and growth activities of competitors including new branches, new collaborations
    Monitor new entrants into the market

     Receiving and collecting market intelligence to identify new/potential market and product opportunities and assess demand, University’s brand positioning and awareness.
     Timely communication of all information acquired to the Marketing Manager with proposals on the best action.

    Direct Marketing through posters, fliers and other marketing materials

     Ensure the effective utilization of all marketing mechanisms including, strategic, consistent and aggressive placement of the appropriate marketing communication materials in all legally allowed and beneficial places that target an appropriate market segment and mass markets and ensure their maintenance.
     Co-ordination of and representation in events such as conferences, seminars and exhibitions that will promote the awareness of the University and its credentials.
     Be familiar with all courses offered in the University so as to identify the most effective ways of convincing varying targets and identifying gaps in the current offering.

     In-house monitoring

     Monitor the University’s outdoor marketing platforms to ensure proper maintenance and advice on any corrective action or necessary reaction to competitor actions.

    Custodianship

     Ensure the safekeeping and maintenance of all University marketing equipment and materials including posters, fliers, roll up banner, among others.

    Customer relations

     Build a good relationship with the current and potential students to encourage referrals
     Support students in securing admissions
     Facilitate faster complain handling to quickly resolve customer issues

    Other

    Any other duties meant to achieve the marketing objectives as assigned by the supervisor

    QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

     Degree in Marketing or any Business-related field Or a Diploma in Marketing with 2 years’ working experience in sales and marketing.
     Certificate / diploma in computer skills is an added advantage
     Excellent communication skills
     Excellent organization skills
     Good report writing skills

    go to method of application »

    Interested candidates who satisfy the requirements below should forward their applications accompanied by a detailed CV, email address, day time telephone contact, name and address of three referees. The applications should reach the undersigned not later than 16th August 2023. The Management University of Africa is an equal opportunity employerTHE VICE – CHANCELLOR
    The Management University of Africa
    P. O. Box 29677 – 00100, NAIROBI
    Email: vc.jobapplications@mua.ac.ke

    Apply via :

    vc.jobapplications@mua.ac.ke

  • Digital Marketer

    Digital Marketer

    We are recruiting for our client who is in the pest control industry based in Upper Hill, Nairobi.

    Requirements:

    1 year experience as a Digital Marketer
    Diploma in business related course Creative and innovative mindset.

    Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: jobs@peoplelink.co.ke using the position as subject of email.

    Apply via :

    jobs@peoplelink.co.ke

  • New Business Manager

    New Business Manager

    Responsibilities

    The New Business Manager is a senior position and will work closely with the Country Manager and the SVP of Africa. The role will play a crucial role in leading and managing strategic initiatives aimed at establishing new revenue streams in East Africa. The responsibilities will involve identifying, planning, and implementing key projects and programs that align with YAA’s Nature Positive Strategy. The key responsibilities of the New Business Manager include:

    Strategic Planning: Collaborate with stakeholders to identify strategic priorities and initiatives that support new business development both within and outside the core operations.
    Strategic Relationships: Manage strategic relationships related to new revenue opportunities, including value chain partnerships and sustainability initiatives. Establish and cultivate relationships with along the value chain based in East Africa, develop account strategies, and execute them effectively.
    Initiative Identification: Actively prospect for potential strategic initiatives, assess their feasibility, potential risks, and expected contribution and impact. Develop a roadmap and detailed targets for the regional (East African) value chain company strategy within YAA and ensure its implementation.
    Innovation: Analyse complete value chains in key markets and design and implement new business initiatives within the value chain (e.g., Outcome Based Models (OBMs), Service Offerings, Farming Initiatives) to enable new revenue streams. Generate disruptive models and opportunities within the broader agricultural industry that results in possible new revenue streams.
    Performance Monitoring: Track and evaluate the progress of strategic initiatives, generating regular reports and presentations to update management on the status and outcomes of these initiatives.
    Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders. Effectively communicate to align stakeholders’ expectations, gain buy-in, and ensure ongoing support for strategic initiatives within YAA. Establish a sharing function between markets to encourage experimentation and scaling of new business models and ideas.
    Collaboration: Collaborate with subject matter experts across the company to develop new innovative value propositions. Create frameworks for countries to analyse value chains in key crops and determine potential new business models. Work closely with Agronomy, Digital, and Sustainability team members to capitalize on opportunities and find synergies.
    Research & Development: Identify and manage all research and development projects to be implemented within East Africa.
    Portfolio Management: Continuously assess the OPP, TPP, and FFB (Organic, Organo-Mineral, and Sustainability) portfolio and build a roadmap aligned with the company’s sustainability ambitions. Identify new opportunities in the Organic & Organo-Mineral market to be piloted and evaluated.
    Marketing: Represent Yara in significant value chain forums to position the company as the preferred strategic partner.

    Profile

    Master’s degree in Agronomy, Agribusiness or Business-related fields.
    Strong commercial acumen and proven track record in delivering business results.
    Excellent negotiation skills.
    Strong people management experience and collaboration skills.
    Effective project management skills.
    Excellent written and spoken communication skills in English.

    Additional Information

    Comfortable working under pressure with tight deadlines.
    Proficient in interacting with stakeholders at different levels, both internally and externally.
    Competence in agile ways of working and the ability to drive projects as part of a large transformation.
    Experience working within international teams and culturally diverse environments.
    Open-minded with a positive drive and solution-oriented approach.
    Willingness to travel internationally frequently.

    Apply via :

    jobs.yara.com

  • Monitor CRM- Tana North

    Monitor CRM- Tana North

    Duties and Responsibilities

    Liaise with communities, beneficiaries, local authorities and community leadership structures at field level;
    Provide timely feedback to the program team, and Consortium Coordinator on sensitive issues, on complaints raised by the communities on project activities;
    Contact beneficiaries and key stakeholders on a regular basis to collect feedback on project activities;
    Strengthen and/or help set up feedback mechanisms, including processes to make sure feedback is analysed and acted upon by field operational teams;
    Undertake field visits and support the project teams on the beneficiary accountability and learning systems and solicit feedback from sample beneficiaries and other key stakeholders;
    Map and assess community structures to ensure feedback is representative of all groups;
    Compile monthly accountability reports and file all accountability and feedback documents;
    Work closely with program teams to ensure all feedback is incorporated into the current approaches and future programs where possible;
    Work closely with community mobilisation teams as when necessary as a technical advisor on matters related to beneficiary accountability;
    Institutionalize and enhance accountability mechanisms within the project and the consortium as a whole;
    Participate in accountability forums to represent the consortium; and
    Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor
    **Protection mainstreaming-**Promoting of and adhering to Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse policy and guidelines (for site residents, ACTED staff, partner agencies, casual labours etc).

    Requirements

    Bachelor’s Degree in Social Science, Community Development or related field.
    Experience of social research methods to conduct monitoring and evaluation for humanitarian and development initiatives/interventions will be a plus
    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; the ability to successfully and effectively liaise with a variety of people in a multicultural set up.
    Experience planning and delivering community engagement approaches, beneficiary communication, communication for development or accountability to communities
    Experience setting up and managing accountability to community systems i.e. feedback and complaints mechanisms;
    Experience working for humanitarian or development organisations, within the context of developing countries
    Proven commitment to accountable practices.
    Strong team player of high integrity, pleasant personality, ability to work under least supervision and meet strict deadlines.
    Ability to work independently.
    Ability to speak and understand local language of the Tana North will be an asset.

    Qualified Kenya Nationals with the required skills are invited to submit their applications by 16/08/2023, 05:00PM to kenya.jobs@acted.org with the subject line: APPLICATION FOR CRM Monitor accompanied with:Cover Letter and CV must be shared as a single PDF document i.e with the Cover Letter being on the first page and CV starting on the next page, detailing 03 work referees and their day time contacts. Please do not attach any other documents while sending your application. If required they will be requested at a later stage.Applications failing to respect the criteria above will not be considered.Please note:

    Apply via :

    kenya.jobs@acted.org

  • IT Audit Manager  Internal Auditor – Data Analytics Underwriter Business Development Officer

    IT Audit Manager  Internal Auditor – Data Analytics Underwriter Business Development Officer

    Job Description

    The role supports the Group Head of Audit in assisting the Board and Executive Management to protect the assets, reputation and sustainability of the Old Mutual Group.

     

    The role will be responsible for execution of IT audits across the Old Mutual business operations in East Africa, that include; Banking, Investments, Properties, Shor-Term and Long- Term Insurance.

    Role Description & Key Result Areas:

    Participates in audit plan development, and in updating the plan based on the changing risk profile.
    Manages, and executes IT audits for Old Mutual Group in East Africa.
    Helps the business to deliver IT strategic initiatives successfully by focusing on the significant risks, both existing and emerging.
    Delivers IT audit and advisory assignments on time & in accordance with the Group Internal Audit (GIA) methodology.
    Interacts with and provides IT audit assurance to the respective Audit and Risk Committees.
    Participates in preparation of Board papers to ensure key issues noted in various reviews are captured.
    Understands the risk profile of the business, gains and applies extensive industry knowledge in the various business lines.
    Provides independent opinion on risk & control environment for the various business units or processes.
    Supports the financial & operational internal audit staff with IT related aspects and adds value to audit assignments through an analytical approach to work.
    Engages with business unit process owners to agree on IT audit deliverables (risk assessments, control workshops and adequacy assessments), timeframes and issues audit findings in relation to work done.
    Challenges and influences the relevant executives to improve the IT governance, risk and control culture.
    Manages staff within area of responsibility, including budgets.
    Meets key customers to gain a better understanding of business expectations.
    Provides clients with an understanding of Group Internal Audit (GIA) expectations.
    Contributes to developmental interventions and on the job coaching.

    Qualifications and Experience:

    A bachelor’s degree with a focus in IT, data science or related discipline.
    Professional qualifications such as CISA, CISM, CRISC, CGEIT, CEH, CIA and CPA, or any other relevant certification is an added advantage.
    Minimum of six years IT audit experience within the internal audit function and / or external audit function.
    Experience in the financial services industry is an added advantage.
    Proficient in use of data analytics tools, and knowledge of continuous auditing.
     

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  • Business Incubation Coordinator Finance and Budget Individual Contractor

    Business Incubation Coordinator Finance and Budget Individual Contractor

    The Assignment Entails Undertaking The Following Tasks And Responsibilities

    Under the technical supervision of the CFU’s Market Development team Lead and the overall guidance of the Head of the Climate Finance Unit, the consultant will support the country deployment of two programs aimed at developing business and finance skills amongst restoration project developers, the Restoration Explorer and the Restoration Factory.

    The consultant will help scope out the deployment of the Restoration Explorer for the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration’s Great Green Wall and SIDS flagships, including mapping, identifying and connecting with potential delivery partners;
    The consultant will refine the Restoration Explorer’s training materials to match the needs of the identified beneficiaries in each country.
    The consultant will participate in the scoping study for the deployment of the Restoration Factory in the Democratic Republic of Congo;
    The consultant will help coordinate the Factory incubation program in DRC, in close collaboration with partners from Bridge for Billions, which includes coordination between program’s partners, manage communication with and between participants, check program’s progression, review program’s performance and propose amelioration in light of the program’s results;
    The consultant may be asked to provide inputs to other initiatives led by other team leads of CFU.

    Qualifications/special Skills

    Bachelor’s Degree in business administration, entrepreneurship, Environmental Science or another relevant scientific background is required.
    At least two (2) years of professional experience working in the field of business management, entrepreneurship development and/or sustainable finance is required.
    Knowledge of the UN system, or other international and multi-cultural working environments, is desirable. Having a solid understanding of the operations of incubators, accelerators and innovation hubs is also preferred. While not required, prior knowledge on ecosystem restoration, will be considered an advantage.
    In addition, he/she should be autonomous and computer literate in standard software; have excellent communication skills; an interest in the topic of sustainable land use and green finance; have good interpersonal skills. Although, he or she will work in a small team, it is essential that the chosen candidate can work in an independent manner to complete the given assignments

    Languages

    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position fluency in English is required.
    Working knowledge of oral and written French is desired.
    Knowledge of other official UN languages will be considered a plus.

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