Role Responsibility
Responsible at a strategic level for, operational management, cross functional integration, effective inventory and product management
Responsibility for the day to day Logistics operations and resources covering dedicated warehousing and distribution services to meet budget expectations
Overseeing the growth the division, that is now strategic in generating extra revenues for the overall business group
Successful growth of Logistics projects and tailored/ customized logistics solutions in Kenya
Overseeing revenue, costs and service provision for all G4S Logistics operations
Assisting the sales team in developing Logistics tailored solutions, focusing on implementation, resource requirements and training
Managing improvement initiatives in collaboration with the Courier operations team across the business division.
Overall Management and control of service Level Agreements (SLAs) and key performance indicators (KPIs) as agreed with customers and identifying areas of improvement and implementing improvement programmes
Managing kitting and regional distribution centres’ work flows and targets as per SLA and KPI guidelines
Managing and maintaining good client relations based on service delivery, continuous improvement, value add and effective reporting of operations.
Overseeing the development of the G4S Logistics contract management team in line with available guidelines and procedures
Interface with other departments within the group/business to ensure synergies are utilized for the benefit of the business and client.
Implement contractual agreements to ensure effectiveness and efficiency of service delivery as per Service Level Agreement.
Ensure statutory and company guidelines are enforced in relation to Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) and Human Resource
Make a proposals for the annual budget with relation to Logistics activities and investments
Ensure strict controls of P&L Logistics elements as per monthly targets
The Ideal Candidate
University Degree in a business related field from a recognized University
Post graduate qualification in Logistics Management
At least 10 years logistics services management experience
A good commercial flair with demonstrated business development experience
Ability to make sound and commercially viable decisions in logistics operations management
Excellent communication skills and IT skills
Application Deadline: Application Deadline Dec 23, 2016
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Operations Manager – Logistics & Customer Service
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Front Office Assistant Marketing Officer
Responsibilities for the Front Office Assistant Job
Responsible for telephone calls and welcoming visitors
Handle Incoming and outgoing mails
Handle customer requests and enquiries
Assist the office with secretarial duties
Front Office Assistant Job Requirements
Diploma in Office Management
Minimum 1 year experience as a front Office Assistant in a real estate industry or related field
Excellent communication and Interpersonal skills
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Finance Director Africa
The Role: The post holder will lead teams to ensure the effective and efficient financial health of all Africa offices in fulfilment of their Strategic Objectives, the Network Standards of WWF International, and policies/procedures within the region. He/she will ensure sound financial and accounting systems are in place, including the implementation of proper financial controls and procedures this will include management information systems and statutory reporting requirements. This role will also oversee ROAs administration support as outsourced to Country Offices or with a small team. He/she will report to the Director Africa, and work closely with other Regional team members, Country Office management teams, WWF International Secretariat and wider WWF network offices. How to apply? If you have at least 10 years professional experience in a senior finance leadership role, with demonstrated success in managing teams, office operations, and budgets at a regional level; and Proven leadership and financial acumen with excellent capacity to manage human and financial resources; this is the perfect job for you
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Technical Assistants (TA) Agronomist Training and Compliance Manager Packhouse Production Supervisor
Assisting the small scale farmers in achieving maximum yield of sale produce.
Qualifications
Certification in agriculture with minimum of 5 years’ experience as TA with small scale farmers.
Salary Scale KSH 25,000 to KSH 30,000 per month.
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Business Manager
Responsibilities for the Business Manager Job
Strategy Formulation and Execution
In collaboration with Cytonn Technologies leadership formulate the overall strategy
Develop and manage an execution plan for strategy implementation
Identify and map resources for strategy execution
Identify and implement technology solutions for the Cytonn group
Business Development
Identify local and global market opportunities for Cytonn Technologies products and solutions with the aim of securing short, medium and long term profitable business
Develop partnerships for business growth locally and globally
Build, manage and maintain a substantial pipeline and ensure that all pipeline activity is accurately documented
Develop a marketing strategy and provide leadership for all Cytonn Technologies marketing efforts including generation of marketing material
Periodically conduct market surveillance to identify market trends, client needs and align to CT solutions and products
Develop comprehensive knowledge of the customer and market needs such as customer experience expectations and work with all teams to ensure successful product sales
Grow Cytonn Technologies into a market leader while maintaining a strong competitive edge
Personnel Management
Identify talent to grow Cytonn Technologies portfolio and revenue streams.
Advise senior management on staffing needs and gaps
Manage and motivate Cytonn Technologies staff ensuring they add value to their respective roles
Develop a plan for sustainable capacity development in line with Cytonn’s ambition to nurture young talent
Operations Management
Oversee the day to day operations of Cytonn Technologies
Oversee client relationships and ensure quality delivery of products, solutions and support
Create and oversee approved budget(s) ensuring efficient and cost effective operations
Prepare and present relevant reports on the status of CT to the leadership
Business Manager Job Qualifications
B+ and above in KCSE (or equivalent) with good grades in languages
A bachelor’s degree in marketing, business administration, information & technology or related fields is essential with a minimum of second class honors upper division
Experience in managing teams and working with senior level executives
A proven track record in management and implementation of successful growth initiatives
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Deputy Head of Maintenance
Requirements for the Deputy Head of Maintenance Job
University Degree in Engineering (civil, mechanical or engineering management);
Three (3) years of experience in a position of Maintenance Responsible (or equivalent);
Strong ability to anticipate, schedule, monitor and control tasks;
Strong communication skills;
Excellent knowledge of different categories of Maintenance duties;
Excellent command of English (verbal and written);
Excellent knowledge of Microsoft office (Excel, Word and PowerPoint) and preferably with ERP.
Deputy Head of Maintenance Job Responsibilities
Implement a template of expression of Maintenance request for ICRC offices,
Ensure that the Maintenance requests are properly channeled to the Maintenance Department,
Implement a template of Preventive Maintenance check-list for ICRC offices and residences,
Prepare and communicate to the Head of Maintenance and Technicians/Helpers a weekly work plan.
Ensure a day-to-day management of the Technicians/Helpers,
Implement mechanisms of control of good completion of all tasks handled by Technicians/Helpers,
Appraise the performance of the Technicians/Helpers and coach them.
Develop procedures and guidelines for maintenance management
Maintain a high level of communication/dialogue with the Head of Maintenance and the Technicians/Helpers,
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Procurement Assistant
Duties and Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, the Administrative Assistant will be responsible for the following duties:
ï‚· Provides procurement, logistical and administrative support to a team of Procurement Officers in the acquisition of a wide variety of goods and services.
ï‚· Reviews, records and prioritizes purchasing requests and obtains additional information/documentation as required; determines the availability of vendors and funding sources.
ï‚· Monitors status of existing requisitions, maintains contact with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods and services, coordinates shipment of goods/commodities/equipment to HQ and field missions, verifies receipt and inspection of deliverables and accurately reports, as and if required.
ï‚· Produce tender documents (e.g. Invitations to Bids, Requests for Proposals and Requests for Quotations) based on the nature of requirements and cost of procurement involved.
ï‚· Prepares abstracts of offers and compiles data contained in u, proposals and bids to determine which supplier can deliver the required goods/services at the best terms and lowest costs possible under the guidance of Procurement Officers.
ï‚· Finalizes purchase orders and contracts for approval by the Procurement Officer; may authorize purchases in line with delegated signature authority, and, if required, prepares submission to the Contracts Committee for review and subsequent approval by the authorized official
ï‚· Assist relevant officers in more complex, higher value purchasing operations; coordinates distribution of pertinent documents to concerned parties, ensures appropriate follow-up action etc.
ï‚· Maintains relevant internal databases and files; keeps track of any contractual agreements, systems contracts, etc. and informs affected users of contractual rights and obligations.
ï‚· Researches, retrieves and presents information from a variety of internal and external sources on sources of supply, vendors by commodity, etc., as well as obtain specifications for new products and equipment on the market.
ï‚· Drafts routine correspondence.
ï‚· Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education
High school diploma or equivalent is required. A certificate or procurement or Contract management training is desirable.
Work Experience A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in procurement, administrative services or related area.
Languages
French and English are the working languages of the UN Secretariat. For this post, fluency in English (both oral and written) is required; knowledge of French is desirable; knowledge of another UN official language is desirable.
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VAM Officers Programme Policy Officer
JOB PURPOSE
To generate and/or contribute to the VAM evidence base that supports food security and nutrition policies and programmes (e.g. needs assessment and situation analyses, programme design, targeting, cost effectiveness, and operational efficiency).
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)
1. Provide technical advice and support WFP and its partners on matters pertaining to food security and nutrition strategies, policies, programmes, and facilitate the timely and productive use of related outputs in a manner that complies with WFP standards and processes.
2. Contribute to the development of systems and tools for the monitoring and assessment of food assistance needs in line with innovative methodologies and best practice.
3. Manage and/or conduct food security, nutrition, markets and resilience analysis and prepare timely reports on food assessment needs in line with wider VAM policies, processes and guidance to enable effective decision-making on the development of country strategy, policies and programmes.
4. Keep up to date with and advise on food assistance developments and issues and the potential impact upon WFP activity to enable timely and appropriate programme evolution and intervention.
5. Contribute to the development of programme activities, providing technical analysis, interpretation and recommendations to facilitate food assistance needs to be met effectively.
6. Provide coaching and guidance to VAM staff as required to ensure appropriate development and enable high performance.
7. Support the monitoring and evaluation of WFP activities, providing technical analysis, interpretation and information as required to support the assessment of activity impact.
8. Represent WFP during meetings with partners to contribute to technical discussions, exchange of knowledge and experience, and seek for appropriate interventions (based on an evidence base), and areas for potential collaboration.
9. Build capacity of WFP staff, partners and national government to conduct analysis on food security, nutrition, markets, resilience, and related topics to effectively inform policies and programmes.
10. Provide support to relevant partners that are focusing on food security and nutrition to enable sharing of experience, lessons learned and best practice.
11. Act in an assigned emergency response capacity as required to meet emergency food assistance needs.
12. Other as required.
OTHER SPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENTS
Support the RBN Programme Unit by assisting COs in conducting food security assessments and surveys, including the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) analyses. Given his knowledge of the (IPC) and secondary data analysis, the consultant will contribute to ensuring support and guidance to COs on the IPC methodology as it evolves.
Contribute to the development of the resilience agenda and associated partnerships at the regional level, in close collaboration with other colleagues within the Expanded Programme Group of RBN. The consultant will provide technical skills that are required to support the design and implementation of the RBN regional and country-led strategies and programmes;
Contribute to the Regional Bureau’s active engagement within the relevant working groups at the regional level, such as the Food Security and Nutrition Working Group (FSNWG) and related sub-groups;
Contribute to and report on the implementation of the on-going Transition Opportunity Fund project, being undertaken in close collaboration with UNICEF;
Provide other food security analytic and technical assistance as may be requested by the Regional VAM Officer to support RB roles and responsibilities in areas such as vulnerability analysis, assessments and related food security initiatives;
Assist country offices in the design and planning of food security assessments;
Design and conduct on-the-job training for participants in assessment missions;
Lead and/or participate in assessment missions, as required;
Sharing food security and nutrition information within the regional office and maintain data bases and information systems for the regional VAM.
Support analytical synthesis on regional patterns of food security and vulnerability by integrating CO vulnerability analysis and food security monitoring updates with other sources of data and information and understanding linkages between Countries.
Support CO’s in the analytical work of the UN Country Teams and provide inputs on food security/vulnerability related components of the UN Common Country Assessments (CCA), United Nations Development Assistance Frameworks (UNDAF) and Poverty Reduction Strategy (PRS);
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Auditor
Auditor Job Qualifications
At least a diploma in agriculture or related field. Additional training in plant protection, IPM, and fertilizer management is an added advantage
Minimum of 3 years experience in the agricultural sector
Has a formal training in HACCP as well as Food Hygiene training
Practical auditing experience in management systems such as ISO 9000, ISO 22000 and standards such as GlobalG.A.P. IFA, BRC Food Safety. An online Training of GlobalG.A.P. version 5 is an added advantage
Has successfully completed a Lead Auditor training (based on ISO 19011 principles, done over a period of at least 37 course hours)
Attributes of the Auditor Job
At least 2 years experience as an auditor or inspector
Self-driven and motivated with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Organized, a complete finisher, attention to detail and accuracy.
High level of integrity
Commitment to organisation mission and ethos
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Legal Officer Group Internal Auditor
Roles and Responsibilities
Report to a line Executive.
Provide legal counsel and representation.
Company Secretarial Services.
Advising on legal and compliance matters.
Reviewing and maintaining up to date legal documents.
Formulating the company’s legal policies and procedures.
Handling legislation, registration and gazettment matters relating to the company.
Preparing and implementing intellectual property right policies affecting the company.
Qualifications and Experience
A second upper class university degree in Law from a recognized University.
Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with current Practicing Certificate.
Membership to the Institute of Certified Public Secretaries of Kenya(ICPSK) and the Law Society of Kenya and in good standing.
At least 6 years’ experience with exposure to litigation, contracts & employment law and secretarial services.
Good computer skills and be familiar with an ERP or HR / Legal software.
Critical Competencies
Be self-motivated, disciplined and effective team player.
Excellent written and spoken English, good communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
High integrity, professionalism and attention to detail.
Aged below 40 years
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