Jobs Kenya

Application Deadline: Application Deadline Jan 22, 2023

  • Associate Human Resources Officer

    Associate Human Resources Officer

    Responsibilities
    GENERAL:

     Provides advice and support to managers and staff on human resources related matters.
     Keeps abreast of developments in various areas of human resources.

    ADMINISTRATION OF ENTITLEMENTS:

     Administers and provides advice on salary and related benefits, travel, and social security entitlements.
     Provides advice on interpretation and application of policies, regulations and rules. Reviews and provides advice on exceptions to policies, regulations and rules.
     Reviews the applications for internship programmes; handles correspondence with applicants.

    STAFF DEVELOPMENT AND CAREER SUPPORT TRAINING:

     Identifies and analyzes staff development and career support needs and designs programmes to meet identified needs.
     Provides induction orientation and briefing to new staff members.
     Deliver staff selection training related for hiring managers and hiring teams.

    OTHER DUTIES:

     Contributes to the collection and analysis of data as well as identification of trends or patterns and provides draft insights through graphs, charts, tables and reports using data visualization methods for data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation and reporting.
     Prepares and review classification analysis of jobs in Professional and General Service and related categories for the section

    Competencies
    PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of human resources policies, practices and procedures and ability to apply them in an organizational setting. Ability to identify issues, formulate opinions, make conclusions and recommendations.The ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and convey resulting information to management.. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
    TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
    CLIENT ORIENTATION: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.
    Education

    A first-level degree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in human resources or related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two (2) additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
    Successful completion of both degree and non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics or data science programs is an advantage.

    Work Experience

    A minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in human resources management, administration or related area is required.
    Experience in the administration of staff entitlements and benefits is required.
    Experience in using Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems such as SAP is required.
    Work experience servicing clients located in multiple locations is desirable.
    Experience in providing HR advise to managers and staff is desirable.
    No experience is required for candidates who have passed the Young Professionals Programme Examination (YPP), or the General Services to Professional Examination (G to P).
    Work experience of one (1) year or more in data analytics or related area is desirable.

    Languages
    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of French and/or Spanish is an advantage.

    Apply via :

    careers.un.org

  • Relationship Manager – Absa Workplace Banking

    Relationship Manager – Absa Workplace Banking

    Job Summary
    To advise customers and process banking transactions accurately and timeously through the execution of predefined objectives as per agreed standard operating procedures (SOPs).
    Job Purpose

    To manage and sustain a portfolio of Corporate Companies that have been signed up onto AWB , building long-term relationships founded on efficient and reliable support for employees. This is achieved particularly through delivery off Personal banking solutions and managing consistency and quality of operational service.
    The primary objective is to make Absa Bank Kenya PLC the Bank of choice for all the employees in the portfolio of companies by managing the marketing and distribution of financial solutions to employees in their portfolio companies at their place of work on a regular and consistent basis with an objective of increasing the product uptake by the employees.
    The jobholder will additionally be responsible for business development in their portfolio of companies, increase market share by increasing the product holding by employees in the company hence maximize EP portfolio contribution.
    Manage relationships in their chosen companies ensuring we realize full value from the portfolio companies.

    Main accountabilities and approximate time split
    Business Development – 60%

    Own the end-to-end process of product origination to fulfillment in their portfolio of companies consistently reviewing process and procedures and working with other stakeholders to implement any required process changes.
    Undertake appropriate promotional and public relations activity, in the companies in their portfolio. Managing marketing communication in their portfolio companies.
    To own the assigned sales team and drive delivery of targets through AWB value proposition.
    To work with Scheme Loans administration team to ensure timely invoicing and repayment of loans taken. Will take responsibility for any non-repayment of loans with a target on provisions/arrears for loans in their portfolio companies.
    Pick and follow up any non-repayment issues in their portfolio of companies ensuring timely remediation.
    Communication with the Direct sales teams and branches on the product offering and requirements for companies in their portfolio
    Manage Product/Proposition briefs to the assigned branches and direct sales teams.
    Identify and implement loyalty programs for employees in companies in their portfolio.
    To achieve the AWB product range penetration in allocated companies and new acquisitions.
    With the Retail Credit team, conduct review of customers’ borrowing facilities (and interim review if customer circumstances [risk profile] dictate.
    Consult customer owners/managers on financial/credit issues and general business practice/ideas.
    Determine the key messages, e.g. agreed service standards, pricing, relationship team contact points (including introductions to new personnel) and new product changes. Calculating the most appropriate means of communicating them to customers.
    Determine the products that are most effective in meeting customer’s needs and be able to sell these, at short notice, both reactively and proactively.
    Plan and co-ordinate any marketing approaches for new business and actively develop existing relationships. Co-ordinate approaches to the portfolio by businesses across the Group.
    Act as the contact and liaison point for the companies in their portfolio and arrange for sales and marketing activities in their portfolio of companies.
    Act as the point of escalation and resolution for issues from the sales teams in relation to their portfolio of companies.
    To take continuous responsibility for the quality of work coming from companies in their portfolio and ensure a professional disposition.
    To pro-actively generate, implement, and manage quality Sales Activities in the allocated companies working with direct sales team leaders.
    Provide sales performance updates for management information use.
    Monitor and ensure adherence to risk service standards.
    Identify needs for customers in their portfolio create and a target list for potential new business.
    Identify priority customers using the Customer Prioritization Guidelines to assess their present and potential contribution.
    Support product s applications for KIBs in their portfolio companies working with internal stakeholders to ensure timely and favorable deliver of required products.
    Recruitment of new companies into the scheme arrangement with bank with full documentation provided.
    Re-activating companies from Blacklist after solving the issues that led to blacklist to ensure more business is captured.
    Actively participate in undertaking snap checks as and when assigned.
    Pro-actively look out for issues that can lead to impairment in portfolio companies and ensure resolution as and when they arise.

    Relationship Management & Service – 30%

    Implement initiatives that drive excellent relationship management, customer satisfaction levels and engagements with companies that drive revenue generation.
    To pro-actively ensure that a quality Relationship Management Calling Plan is in place for every allocated and acquired relationship.
    Own and find resolutions for customer complaints.
    Ensure adherence to service standards for clients.

    Operational Rigour

    Ensure compliance & adheres to relevant company and regulatory requirements to achieve satisfactory grades in local & Group Audits
    Ensure that all activities and duties are carried out in full compliance with regulatory requirements, Enterprise-Wide Risk Management Framework and internal Absa Bank Kenya PLC Policies and Policy Standards. Understand and manage risks and risk events (incidents) relevant to the role.”

    Technical skills / Competencies

    Service Excellence.
    Relationship Management
    Negotiation and presentation skills
    Interpersonal skills
    Selling & influencing skills
    Strong team leadership
    Personal organization and initiative e.g. diary management
    Business Awareness
    Business Management
    Team-working: building and developing high performance
    P C Skills
    Networking skills
    Drive for results.
    Quality, high standards and controls.
    Coaching and training
    Communication (verbal and written)
    Decision making
    Presentation and facilitation skills

    Knowledge, Expertise and Experience

    The jobholder will be required to have a detailed knowledge of the core set of Retail Products.
    For products, a good knowledge will be required sufficient to:-

    Recognize the changing needs of the customer.
    Identify products/service that best satisfies customer need.
    Introduce the products/services in their portfolio companies.
    Co-ordinate the introduction of the relevant products.
    Deal with customers directly as required.

    A good knowledge of the products & services available in the Personal Sector is also required to satisfy the individual financial needs of business owners/key individuals.
    The jobholder will require a broad understanding of policies and strategies across the Group as they relate to the demands of the customer base.

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    absa.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com

  • Full Stack Engineer

    Full Stack Engineer

    About the role
    We’re seeking a Full Stack Engineer who is ready to work with new technologies and architectures in a forward-thinking organization that’s always pushing boundaries. Here, you will take complete, end-to-end ownership of projects across the entire stack to be based in our offices in Kenya or Nigeria.
     Our ideal candidate has experience building products across the stack and a firm understanding of web frameworks, APIs, databases, and multiple back end languages. You’ll be joining a team working at the forefront of new technology, solving the challenges that impact both the front end and back end architecture, and ultimately, delivering amazing global user experiences.
    Objectives of this role

    Work across the full stack, building highly scalable distributed solutions that enable positive user experiences and measurable business growth
    Develop new features and infrastructure development in support of rapidly emerging business and project requirements
    Assume leadership of new projects from conceptualization to deployment
    Ensure application performance, uptime, and scale, maintaining high standards of code quality and thoughtful application design
    Work with agile development methodologies, adhering to best practices and pursuing continued learning opportunities

    Responsibilities

    Participate in all aspects of agile software development including design, implementation, and deployment
    Architect and building end-to-end systems optimized for speed and scale
    Work primarily in Java, React, and JavaScript
    Engage with inspiring designers and front end engineers, and collaborate with leading back end engineers as we create reliable APIs
    Collaborate across time zones via Slack, GitHub comments, documents, and frequent video conferences

    Key Competencies
    Matches  ImaliStar profile: 

    Young , vibrant mature
    Possibility mentality
    Humble and open minded
    Curious and inquisitive
    Accountable and open to learn
    Big on problem solving
    Strong written and communication skills
    Positive and optimistic attitude
    Goal oriented and motivated by KPIs

    Required qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or engineering 
    3+ years of experience building large-scale software applications
    Experience building web applications
    Experience designing and integrating RESTful APIs
    Knowledge of Java, React, Javascript, PostgreSQL and ActiveMQ/RabbitMQ
    Excellent debugging and optimization skills
    Unit/integration testing experience
    Interest in in learning new tools, languages, workflows, and philosophies to grow
    Professional certifications
    Experience working in a financial services company will be an added advantage

    Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: careers@imalipay.com using the position as subject of email.

    Apply via :

    careers@imalipay.com

  • Accounts Assistant

    Accounts Assistant

    Principal Accountabilities 
    Transaction processing

    He/she will maintain and update investor databases, process capital calls and distributions in a timely and accurate manner, prepare and distribute accurate and timely reports to investors, management, and other stakeholders.

    Compliance and Controls

    Ensure that tax filings are done within the stipulated time frame including preparation of withholding tax & reconciliations.

    Financial reporting

     He/she will prepare accounting reports including profit and loss statements, balance sheets and cashflow statements under supervision by the Senior Fund Accountant. He/she will assist in analysing financial information that will aid decision making.

    Records maintenance

    He/ She will work with the Financial Advisors to ensure filing of all finance & operations related records.

    Required Minimum Qualifications

    CPA(K) or ACCA qualification.
    Bachelor’s Degree in business/finance related field (BCom, BSc (Finance) etc).
    Graduated within the last 3 years.
    At least 1-year experience in a finance/operations department (Experience in Fund management is an added advantage)

    Core Competencies

    Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
    An effective team player
    IT proficiency including advanced MS Excel skills
    Ability to work effectively and with minimum supervision
    Accuracy and attention to detail
    Experience in reconciliations
    Awareness of business trends
    Aptitude for numbers and quantitative skills

    Apply via :

    lde.tbe.taleo.net

  • Head of Cost Control Head of Emerging Partnerships

    Head of Cost Control Head of Emerging Partnerships

    Job Ref. No. JHL010
    Role Purpose
    The overall purpose of the job is to establish reliable financial reporting systems within the Group that will aid in monitoring the progress of the organization’s objectives and provide stakeholders with relevant financial data required for strategic decision making. The role holder will also be responsible for ensuring that the company’s costs are controlled within the allocated budgets as well as roll out strategic initiatives that will deliver considerable cost containment across the Group. Lastly, he/she will work closely with the various entity finance teams to develop and implement cost control policies and procedures and will be responsible for preparing cost reports and analyzing cost variances.
    Main Responsibilities
    Cost Monitoring

    Monitoring and updating cost estimates for projects to ensure that costs are within expected ranges and budgets.
    Conducting cost analyses to identify areas where costs can be reduced or eliminated altogether and monitoring budgets to ensure that spending does not exceed approved levels.
    Reviewing expense reports to ensure that expenses are reasonable and appropriate for the business circumstances.
    Ensure timely and accurate development and submission of all reports being submitted to senior executives, stakeholders, and board members.
    Manage the collection and analysis of business unit financial and operational data, including key performance metrics, to provide business insights to the business

    Budgeting and Forecasting

    Manage the consolidation and reporting of the Group annual budgets and forecasts.
    Assist with developing reports on the allocated budgets to ensure compliance and highlight possible issues.
    Provide relevant function heads with reports to support the planning process in regard to budgeting, strategic plans and periodic forecasts for their respective departments.
    Coordinate internal functions for data collation on expenditure on capital projects and ensure timely preparation and reporting of project expense reports / forecasts.
    Consult with managers and assist with the preparation of annual budgets whilst ensuring alignment to Jubilee Group objectives.

    Consolidation and Management Reporting

    Oversee the consolidation of timely and complete reports from all functions across the organization.
    Coordinate the preparation of the corporate annual reports.
    Provide reports to business units with related reports, analysis, and tracking against agreed KPIs.
    Ensure all financial reports and data are examined closely to check for discrepancies when consolidating reports for relevant management functions.
    Support management in presenting reports to senior executives, stakeholders, and board members

    Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration or Accounting Degree
    Master’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting (required)
    Accounting Designation in CPA, CMA or ACCA (required)
    Superior mastery of excel and reporting dashboards is key

    Relevant Experience

    Minimum of 7 years’ experience
    Good technical knowledge of the Insurance industry
    Highly innovative, performance and results driven coupled with good business acumen.
    A consummate professional with demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategies for sustainable, continuous improvement in performance, market share and profitability
    An individual with strong leadership qualities, a track record of innovation and the ability to manage change
    Experience with financial & accounting software
    Experience in OFA and BI platforms
    Professional financial analysis experience
    Profit & Loss Forecasting, model development
    Reporting and Analytics
    Negotiation skills, with the ability to influence other
    Conceptual thinking skills – process-orientation, innovative thinking regarding established methods
    Organization – Highly organized: used to working to tight deadlines and
    Thorough knowledge of accounting standards (IFRS)

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    If you are qualified and seeking an exciting new challenge, please apply via Recruitment@jubileekenya.com quoting the Job Reference Number and Position by 22nd January 2023.

    Apply via :

    Recruitment@jubileekenya.com

  • Senior Lead Presenter – Focus on Africa TV Senior News Editor, BBC Swahili

    Senior Lead Presenter – Focus on Africa TV Senior News Editor, BBC Swahili

    The Senior Lead Presenter of Focus TV will present the show 5 days a week and be key to growing the loyalty of our audiences and the ambition of our television and digital plans. You will be an experienced, exciting, brave presenter or reporter with a strong news sense and a sharp editorial mind. You will be passionate about making accurate, impartial, trusted news and current affairs from across Africa.  
    You will have ideas and ambitions about how we can drive exclusive original journalism originating in Africa, and how we can present it for television and digital to our existing audiences and attract new users and viewers.
    Role Responsibility

    Presents live and is able to adapt to unfolding stories while on air.
    Provides timely, specialist and self-assured news coverage and analysis on news and events of interest to the audiences of the BBC.
    Interviews leaders, news makers, specialists, policymakers and those involved at the centre of stories, holding them to account where relevant.
    Broadcasts in a manner which is, engaging, entertaining and readily understandable by a non-specialist audience, making complex issues accessible.
    Acts as an ambassador for the BBC to the audience concerned, being comfortable with policy makers, high profile people, and audiences.
    Generates ideas and stories; contributes to the creative treatment and production of an item or programme; provides clear treatments and proposals, ensuring consistency of content, quality and style.

    Are you the right candidate?

    Demonstrable experience in originating and producing impactful digital first and TV content, including explainers and analysis pieces.
    Ability to frame and tailor a story for local, regional and/or global audiences and experience of reporting on regional and international current affairs for multiple platforms.
    To have an accomplished presentation style for digital, social and linear platforms, which is fluent, engages the viewer and reflects the BBC values.
    Ability to push BBC News content on social media and engage with audiences according to the BBC editorial guidelines.
    Use knowledge of social trends across East, Central and the Horn of Africa to make informed decisions on upcoming stories.
    An excellent regional knowledge of Africa, and an understanding of BBC News distinctive news agenda and a wider interest in the digital strategy of the BBC as a whole.
    Ability to collaborate with teams across platforms and the World Service to serve broad audience needs
    Ability to respond to and report on breaking news and to travel, sometimes at short notice.

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  • Head Chef, Food Services

    Head Chef, Food Services

    Applications are invited from qualified candidates for the above position based in Nairobi Kenya. The position holder will report to the Manager, Food Services Department, Facilities Management Division.
    Responsibilities:

    Prepare menus for all meals and special occasions
    Prepare standard recipes and cost cards for every menu
    Ensure all special requests from patients have been served accordingly
    Ensure all the food prepared in the hospital kitchens is as per AKUH, N set standards
    Inspect all foodstuff delivered to the kitchen to ensure it is of good quality
    Ensure that all catering and kitchen staff adhere to personal, kitchen and food hygiene standards
    Ensure the implementation and practice of the HACCP hygiene management system within the kitchen
    Undertake regular audits of all areas within the kitchen and storage areas to ensure complete adherence to agreed policies
    Monitor expenditure with a view to containing cost through effective food waste management, cleaning supplies and other operating supplies
    Prepare staff duty Rota and dues every month
    Work closely with catering storekeeper to ensure adequate supplies of stock
    Ensure all equipment in the kitchen is in good working order and organize for preventive maintenance and repairs where necessary
    Assist individual team members formulate goals and objectives in line with departmental goals and objectives
    Conduct regular performance reviews with the team offering coaching and training when necessary
    Any other duties that might be assigned from time to time

    Requirements:

    Diploma/Degree in Food Production from a reputable institution
    Minimum 4 years’ experience working in a similar position or a 4-star hotel
    Strong organizational skills
    Strong knowledge of food production skills and systems
    Excellent customer service skills
    Good interpersonal skills
    Good communication skills (both oral and written)
    Excellent knowledge of HAACP, ISO 9001:2008 Quality systems and ISO 22000:2005 Food safety systems
    Knowledge of nutritional issues will be an added advantage

    Apply via :

    aku.taleo.net

  • Analysts – Equities & Fixed Income Private Wealth Financial Advisor Senior Investment Associate

    Analysts – Equities & Fixed Income Private Wealth Financial Advisor Senior Investment Associate

    Job Summary
    The holders of these positions will be responsible for continually and accurately generating research reports, investments analysis, and recommendations with regards to the Nabo Africa Fixed Income funds, Equities and segregated mandates to the investment management committee for the purpose of decision-making.
    Principal Accountabilities: –

    Conducting fundamental investment opportunity research and macro analysis in the Africa debt market space
    Active investment idea generation, including performing country, sector and company screening
    Conducting periodic updates on investment and market performance
    Conducting country, industry and capital markets research so as to keep up with detailed knowledge about the African micro and macroeconomic environment and financial markets
    Participating in the evaluation, formulation and implementation of investment strategies
    Financial modelling and data analysis
    Preparing written reports and verbal presentations
    Contributing in investment meetings and review sessions
    Actively participate in value creation and portfolio operations

    Minimum Qualifications  : –

    Bachelor’s degree in Financial Economics, Financial Engineering, Finance, Actuarial Science or related (an aptitude for numbers is a must for candidates with a non-finance background)
    Enrolled in or pursuing a related professional course and/or exams (CFA, ACCA, CAIA, CQF, CPA)
    Relevant 2-3 years’ work experience in an investment management environment
    Good analytical and quantitative reasoning 
    Strong organizational and time management skills -ability to adhere to deadlines, multi-task and be able to prioritize, 
    Entrepreneurial spirit with demonstrated creativity & innovation in business

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  • Junior Officer, Programmes

    Junior Officer, Programmes

    Job Summary:
    In this role, the incumbent will be responsible for supporting the livelihoods programme in North Horr Sub County with a focus on livestock, agriculture and sustainable use and management of natural resources. Responsible for timely implementation of program activities guided by the annual work plan and informed by program technical approaches. You will work closely with communities, National and County Government officials, and other stakeholders to develop and implement strategies for the protection and conservation of natural resources.
    Main Duties and Responsibilities

    Work closely with the line government departments at the ward level including the Sub County, Ward and Village Administrators, Village/Ward Development Committees, Community health units, and Ward Public Health Team based in North Horr Sub County.
    Lead in the day-to-day program implementation and prudent utilization of resources towards meeting the program mandate.
    Provide technical leadership and mentorship to Community-Based Structures (Natural Resource Management groups, Grazing Committees etc).
    Collaborate with other organizations and agencies to coordinate natural resource management efforts, including through the participation in interagency working groups in the targeted wards of North Horr Sub County.
    Continuously raise awareness of natural resource management issues and promote sustainable resource use, including through training and development of context-specific information, education, and communication (IEC) materials.
    Assist in monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of natural resource management activities and adjusting strategies to ensure sustainability of natural resources.
    Conduct regular field assessments to monitor progress, receive community feedback, check on the quality and impact of activities.
    Support in the implementation of Concern integrated approaches in education, livelihoods, health and nutrition at the community level.
    Assist with the preparation of reports, presentations, and other materials related to your project.

    Others

    Adhere to and promote the standards outlined in the Concern Code of Conduct and associated policies to their team, beneficiaries, and be committed to providing a safe working environment
    Participating and contributing towards Concern’s emergency response, as and when necessary
    Take all possible measure to meet Core Humanitarian Standards (CHS)

    Person Specification
    Minimum Education, Qualifications & Experience Required:

    Bachelor’s degree in livestock, agriculture, natural resource management, environmental science, or a related field.
    At least 1 years’ experience in a similar role
    Must have strong knowledge and interest in Project Cycle Management, Natural Resources Management, Integrated Water Resources Management and Watershed Development.
    Demonstrated experience in implementing community development projects in ASAL areas.
    Fluency in both spoken and written language in: English, Swahili and at least one of the local Marsabit County languages (spoken in North Horr sub County)
    Computer literate with good MS Office skills

    Interested candidates, who meet the above requirements, should send a detailed CV with three referees and Cover Letter Only to nairobi.hr@concern.net with the subject of the email as “Junior Officer Programmes ’’ on or before Sunday 22nd January 2023 “. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview.

    Apply via :

    nairobi.hr@concern.net