Jobs Kenya

Application Deadline: Application Deadline Dec 31, 2018

  • Training and Capacity Building Specialists

    Training and Capacity Building Specialists

    Shama Consult Africa seeks a training and capacity building specialist to support our capacity building operations with our development organizations. There are 3 posts available: Research Specialist – 1 Post, Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Specialist – 1 post and WASH Specialist – 1 post). The Training and Capacity Building Specialist is responsible for providing instructional design, delivery and capacity building operations with our development organizations.
    Key Responsibilities:

    Provides technical support to in the areas of work planning, needs assessment, training plan development, and training evaluation reports.
    Engages in the development and delivery of startup training materials and courses.
    Maintains and expands technical knowledge in instructional design and training delivery by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional organizations.
    Stays abreast of advancements in the training field, benchmarks programs, and analyzes their potential application to our current operations.
    Communicates importance of instructional design and capacity building to internal and external stakeholders.
    Consistently produces quality work in conformance with Shama Consult Africa’s and clients’ standards.
    Identifies learning methodologies and tools that most effectively build the capacity of training and capacity building participants.
    Develops materials, including but not limited to instructor guides, participant guides, and job aides.
    Develops training activity work plans that include assignment of responsibilities among team members and deadlines.
    Oversees a cadre of training consultants to provide targeted short-term training assistance and capacity building in specific core operational functions.
    Prepares budget estimates for training activities.
    Facilitates training workshops and meetings and is responsible for developing agendas to achieve stated group goals, documenting progress, agreements, and issues and providing follow up assistance to groups.
    Supports the development of documentation and written materials relating to the training and capacity building programs, including reports and workshop materials.
    Assists with training logistics.
    Undertakes other assignments for our regional offices, other specific initiatives as appropriate and other duties as assigned.

    Qualifications:

    Master’s degree and a minimum five years of technically relevant work experience in specialization areas (Research, M&E and WASH).
    Experience living and working in developing countries preferred.
    Willingness to travel over a short notice and to consider long-term overseas assignments.
    Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and concisely (both orally and in writing) and lead presentations, workshops and effective meetings.
    Strong knowledge of computer applications.
    Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
    Strong organizational and work prioritization skills and attention to detail.
    Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity.
    English fluency required.

  • Administrative Officer I

    Administrative Officer I

    Job Grade 7
    Duties and Responsibilities

    Responsible for fleet management of the organization
    Assigning vehicles to drivers
    Day to day inspection of vehicles to ensure they are in good working condition at all times
    Supervision of handing over and taking over of the vehicles
    Oversees maintenance of vehicles, generators and other equipment
    Preparing necessary fleet management reports
    Making sure that the vehicles adhere to traffic rules
    Making sure that the drivers and the vehicles are clean at all times
    Supervision of drivers, messengers, security personnel, telephone operators and cleaners
    Perform duties that may be assigned from time to time by Management.

    Requirements for Appointment

    Bachelors Degree in Business Administration or Public Administration or its equivalent from a recognized institution
    Served in middle level management as an Administration Officer for a minimum period of three (3) years post- graduation in a similar or large institution.
    Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results
    Familiar with Government of Kenya’s Operational Procedures
    Demonstrated knowledge in Information Technology
    Other added skills and experience will be an added advantage
    Valid certificate of good conduct

    Additional Skills

    Good Communication skills
    Good public and customer relations skills
    Good report writing skills
    Good management Skills
    Integrity

  • Sales Representatives

    Sales Representatives

    Location: Isebania / Sirare
    Education: Degree in sales & Marketing or equivalent
    Experience: At least 3 years sales in FMCG – Milk products experience shall be an added advantage
    Job Type: Full-time
    Travel: 90-100%
    Job Description: The Sales Representatives provide sales & marketing support to accounts within an assigned territory. They are responsible for developing account base to meet route objectives including selling, ordering, marketing and merchandising functions while identifying and meeting customer expectations.
    Territory will consist of but not limited to the following areas: Nyanza and Western
    Responsibilities:

    Responsible for top line sales growth through expansion of products sold, using principles of the “Nuru Way to Sell”.
    Responsible to monitor in-stock conditions to meet customer needs with minimal returns and expiries at store level.
    Responsible for working closely with the Sales and Marketing Manager on orders and/or inventories, per account specifications, and within the guidelines of the applicable inventory replenishment system.
    Keeping in contact with existing customers in person and by phone

    Making appointments with and meeting new customers
    Agreeing sales, prices, contracts and payments
    Meeting sales targets
    Promoting new products and any special deals
    Advising customers about delivery schedules and after-sales service
    Recording orders and sending details to the sales office
    Giving feedback on sales trends

    Responsible for all merchandising of product, keeping customer shelves full of product, using established rotation procedures to pull damaged, short or out-of-code, or heat shocked products from the shelf.
    Responsible for securing or retaining our advantaged position placement in targeted accounts.
    Responsible for development and execution of product displays and associated POS.
    Performs merchandising and selling duties as defined by Company standards;
    Must be able to work any days, including holidays and weekends;
    Provides superior Customer Service for account base;
    Follows safe work habits;
    Coordinate and communicate with the Sales & Marketing Manager on a regular basis;
    Performs other duties as assigned

    Job Requirements

    Degree in sales & marketing or its equivalent
    Must live within the core territory as defined.
    May possess a valid driver’s license and clean driving record;
    Over three years’ experience in sales & marketing;
    Excellent verbal/written skills, with ability to read product labels, SKU and product numbers;
    Skills in organization, time management, prioritization, attention to detail and be able to multitask and adapt to organizational and operational needs;
    Physical requirements include ability to perform repetitive bending, lifting, twisting, standing, walking, kneeling during the work day;
    ability to lift and carry products cases

    Nuru Social Enterprises Kenya Ltd is an Equal Opportunity employer;
    This is a “Drug-Free Workplace”

  • Immigration Senior – People Advisory Services (PAS) – Mobility

    Immigration Senior – People Advisory Services (PAS) – Mobility

    About Global Immigration Services
     
    The Global Immigration team sits within EY’s People Advisory Services practice and is the largest single brand provider of immigration services managing a range of business immigration services for multinational clients wishing to send their employees to work overseas. These services typically centre on the compliance and legal issues in coordinating and filing work and visa applications, subsequent work permit/visa extensions and passport/nationality issues.
     
    EY’s Immigration practice is a high-pace, client service focused environment. Team members enjoy extensive contact with corporate clients, expatriates and EY contacts at all levels within the organisation.
     
    Job Summary
     
    The immigration senior position is within the People Advisory Services – Mobility unit. As a team member within the mobility team you will:-

    Act as a point of contact with the Department of Immigration Services.

    Assist in data gathering and document preparation and submission of immigration documents and other client deliverables.

    Gather and analyse required information from client and external knowledge sources in order to prepare suitable conclusions and recommendations as directed by the supervisor.
    Prepare and draft materials and communications for clients.
    Support day-to-day client liaison and discuss questions raised by clients with the client service team and ensure they are at all times advised of client related issues as necessary.

    Follow up with the immigration department regularly.

    Maintain up-to-date records of applicants’ status and information in the tracking system and ensure clients are regularly update on progress of their applications.

    Build relationships with stakeholders outside and within the firm.

    Execute all assigned engagement commitments in a timely manner, flag problems early enough with an aim of finding a solution.
    Work independently and proactively communicate with more senior members of the team to ensure timely delivery and review of key work products/activities.

    Desired Candidate Profile
     
    Does this sound like you?

    Have practical experience in immigration matters

    Have Bachelor’s degree

    Have a minimum overall grade of a B in KCSE

    Proficient in IT and Microsoft Office Suites.

    Key Competencies

    Excellent written and verbal communication skills

    Excellent level of attention to detail.

    Good presentation skills.

    A good and enthusiastic team player

    Good organization and prioritization skills including ability to manage multiple assignments and work under pressure

    Resilience and proactivity

    Integrity

    If you believe you have skills and qualities that match the position and would like to be part of a winning high performing team, kindly submit online your Cover letter, CV and relevant testimonials in support of your academic qualifications by close of business on 31st December 2018.
     
    Only successful candidates will be contacted.
     
    Who we are:
     
    Please note: Preference will be given to PDI candidates.

  • Receptionist

    Receptionist

    Overall Responsibility
    The Receptionist is the visitors’ first point of contact. S/he welcomes and facilitates the visitors as well as handles some administrative tasks.
    Responsibilities

    Welcomes visitors, provides them with information and directs them to the appropriate staff member; updates lists and tables, telephone numbers, addresses, etc.;
    Performs secretarial work (preparing entry dockets, dispatching mail, updating contacts lists, etc.;
    Cross-checks invoices related to reception;
    Clears letters/parcels to and from the post office, DHL and/or other couriers;
    Ensures adequate number of newspaper and magazine in concerned departments on time;
    Stamps the arrival date on all incoming mail;
    Registers all incoming and outgoing mail;
    Receives invoices, mails, parcels, documents and distributes to the concerned without any delay;
    Controls access in the main entrance gate of the delegation;
    Ensures security rules are applied and informs security of any incidents or problems related to security.

    Qualifications

    Diploma or Certificate in front office operations; hotel management or related field from a recognized institution;
    Two years’ experience in a similar position;
    Must have completed KCSE /”O” level or its equivalent;
    Must be Computer literate;
    Fluent in written and spoken English and Kiswahili.

  • HR Account Manager Supervisor Stock Controller Bartenders Cashier

    HR Account Manager Supervisor Stock Controller Bartenders Cashier

    Responsibilities

    Generate new business for the company
    Develop job descriptions for various open positions
    Shortlist and conduct interviews
    Regularly update staff leaves
    Assist is processing monthly payroll and filing of statutory returns
    Receive and respond to office calls
    Documentation of staff details
    Induction and orientation of new hires
    Drafting engagement letters
    Handle staff disciplinary issues

    Qualifications

    Degree/Diploma in Administration/Human Resource Management
    At least 2 years of experience with a HR Consulting firm
    Sound Knowledge of Kenya Labor laws
    Must be registered with IHRM
    Can work under minimum supervision
    Possess good problem solving and decision-making skills
    Strong interpersonal and communication skills
    Must have good customer service skills
    Very proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Internet and email.

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  • Consultancy Services to Conduct a Review of Existing Policies and Guidelines on Hygiene Sanitation – Kenya

    Consultancy Services to Conduct a Review of Existing Policies and Guidelines on Hygiene Sanitation – Kenya

    Request for consultancy services to conduct a review of existing policies and guidelines on hygiene sanitation – Kenya
    Practical Action is seeking the services of a consultant to undertake a comprehensive assessment and review of the existing County (Kisumu) & National policies and guidelines on Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH) with a view to developing clear and conclusive policy recommendations on WASH financing and innovative models for behavior change on hygiene promotion among the under-fives. The consultant will undertake desk reviews of WASH policies nationally and by extension, in Kisumu County, hold meetings with Key stakeholders in the County and the national level identify policies and guidelines for review, identify and propose new changes/ amendments to the policies.
    The consultant will work with Practical Action, Kisumu Urban Apostolate Programme (KUAP) and Kisumu County Government (Public Health Department, Water & Environment, Early Childhood Education) during the whole process of desk review, consultations and key meetings with stakeholders.
    The key tasks for this consultancy that would ensure that the consultant(s)/firm will achieve the above will be to:

    Develop an inception report clearly demonstrating full understanding of the TOR, proposed methodology and relevant instruments to achieve the objectives the policy review.
    Develop relevant tools for data collection i.e Key informant interview, focus group discussions among others.
    Conduct desk review to identify and appraise existing national and county WASH policy frameworks and legislations. With the support of Practical Action and KUAP staff the consultants will identify and interview key stakeholders including representatives from the County government
    Field work: The policy review will involve field visits/ interviews with ECD Center managers and health facility in charges in Nyalenda A, Nyalenda B and Obunga. The Consultant will also hold stakeholder meetings with key partners. The use of participatory tools for data collection and analysis is highly recommended. These will be discussed and agreed upon between the consulting firm and Practical Action.
    Facilitate a one-day consultative workshop for the key WASH stakeholders within Kisumu County

    Detailed TOR for this assignment can be downloaded HERE

  • Graduate Management Trainees

    Graduate Management Trainees

    Are you interested in building a career in the Banking sector?
    We are a leading Commercial bank seeking to provide rewarding long term careers to dynamic and highly talented fresh Graduates.  The Management Trainee program is designed to provide Trainees with a unique and valuable experience to develop into future leadership roles within the Bank. The Trainees will get the opportunity to gain practical insight of the financial Sector through an intensive two- year on-the-job training in various functions in the bank, coupled with external training programs as well as in-house coaching and mentoring programmes.
    Qualifications

    Fresh university graduates.
    Students in their final year who will have successfully completed their studies by 31st October 2018. Those completing their studies by mid-December, 2018 are also encouraged to apply.
    A first class degree in Commerce, Economics, Finance, Actuarial Science, Engineering, Computer Science or any other business-related degree.
    Entrepreneurial with a track record of thinking differently
    Keen interest in developing a career in Banking.
    Proficient in written and spoken English.
    Excellent interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills.
    Ability to exercise independent judgment and assume responsibility.
    Comfortable working independently, as well as in a collaborative environment.
    A self-starter with a high level of energy, urgency, and personal accountability.
    Driven to make a difference by putting the customer needs first.
    Passionate about designing a customer experience for a digital world.
    Willing to develop business acumen.
    Ready to challenge themselves and their colleagues
    Creative thinkers.
    Abreast with existing and emerging technologies;

  • Audit Associate II Motor Vehicle Driver Office Assistant

    Audit Associate II Motor Vehicle Driver Office Assistant

    Grade OAG 8
    Purpose
    This position is responsible for the execution of audit functions assigned, and assists in the delivery of timely documentation of audit findings to management for review. The job holder will undertake assignments allocated to him / her by the team leader which may include performance audit, systems and process audit or audit of annual accounts of any entity funded from the public funds. The incumbents may also be deployed to work in Corporate Services Department.
    Reporting to the team leader, the incumbents will be deployed to work in any of the OAG offices located in Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret, Kakamega, Nyeri, Embu, Garissa, Kisii, Machakos and Bungoma.
    Responsibilities

    Assist in conducting audit exercises and assurance in the auditee institutions, agencies and state corporations according to the prescribed scope within the audit process to ensure compliance with internal controls and procedures.
    Collect data on information systems and processes of the auditee institution to be used in the validation of financial documents.
    Obtain in-depth understanding of each function being audited, identify and assess risk during the audit process.
    Assist in developing, presenting and finalizing audit reports
    Assist in the preparation of documents i.e. working papers, planning memorandums and audit reports as required by management in line with the quality standards of the audit process

    Qualifications

    A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University preferably in Social Sciences or other fields relevant to the audit function such as Auditing, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Law, Business Administration, Public Administration, Engineering, Human Resource Management or other relevant disciplines.
    Demonstrate proficiency in Information & Communication Technology

    Core Competencies

    Ethical Understand ethical behaviour and public sector practices. Ensure that own behaviour and behaviour towards others is consistent with these standards and aligns with the values and ethical standards of the Office of the Auditor – General.
    Linguistic Analytical Ability Understands complicated linguistic information, both spoken and written.
    Produces own documents of high quality.
    Problem solving analytical ability Assess problem situations to identify causes, gather and process relevant information, generate possible solutions, and make recommendations and/or resolve the problem
    Effective Communication Speak, listen and write in a clear, thorough and efficient manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques. Speak eloquently and engagingly in meetings, in one-on-one situations as well as in small and large groups. Listen, be receptive to the counterpart and adapt to the situation. Adjust the message to the recipient.
    Teamwork Work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions that enhance effectiveness within the Office.

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  • Finance Assistant – Kenya Program Officer, Monitoring and Evaluation – Kenya Office Program Officer, Behavior Change Interventions – Kenya Office

    Finance Assistant – Kenya Program Officer, Monitoring and Evaluation – Kenya Office Program Officer, Behavior Change Interventions – Kenya Office

    The main role and responsibility of this position is to provide support to finance officer in execution of Kenya program.
    The Finance assistant will be responsible for supporting in the financial and administrative management of grants to counties.
    Key Duties and Responsibilities:

    Provide effective support to Finance officer overseeing budget execution and monitoring in line with NI policies and procedures.
    Ensure the accuracy of NI Kenya projects and contracts information entered in the Contracts Database and that all related milestones are kept up to date at all time by Program Officers.
    In liaison with the Finance officer, assist in the preparation and review of program and operational budgets.
    Process payment request and travel authorization forms for NI Kenya staff
    Support the Finance Officer in preparation of mid-month and end month corporate financial reports
    Manage Kenya Office petty cash
    Process and make payments using Mpesa Platform
    Effective cash flow management
    Other relevant duties as assigned from time to time.

    Supervisory Responsibilities: None
    Education / Professional Designations / Experience:

    Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in Commerce with at least three to five years of working experience in finance, preferably in the development sector;
    CPA II or equivalent professional qualification preferred.

    Language Skills: Proficiency in English and Swahili Language.
    Travel Requirements: None
    Other Specific Skill Requirements:

    Interpersonal and people management skills
    Competent IT skills, i.e. Word, Excel advanced, and Outlook, knowledge of Great Plains will be an advantage
    Attention to detail
    Ability to work under minimal supervision
    Ability to work under pressure
    Multi-tasking ability with an analytical and methodical approach.
    High level of integrity, maturity and professionalism

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