Purpose Statement of the Position
The jobholder will be responsible for ensuring strategic and operational finance planning, monitoring and reporting to enhance the decision making process, oversee successful delivery of activities relating to the Human resource, legal, administration, IT an office services function across entire group.
Responsibilities for the Head of Finance & Shared Services Job
Develop, implement and monitor compliance of policies and procedures in accounting, office administration, HR and IT for all group businesses
To ensure compliance with legal, Tax and other financial and personnel regulatory requirements.
To ensure both internal and external Audits are conducted within specified periods.
To liaise with Company Secretary on company secretarial issues.
Provide strategic financial leadership across all areas of the organizations with regard to safeguarding the current and future financial position company.
Preparing, Maintaining and Reporting on Group and Subsidiary Operating and Capital Budgets and forecasts and planning Cash flow to ensure efficient use of financial resources and liquidity
Ensuring that Monthly, Quarterly and Annual Financial Statements (including consolidation) are issued on a timely basis and are accurate and complete.
Establishing and Maintaining proper systems, procedures and controls that ensure financial resources and assets are managed prudently and in accordance with the budget.
Ensuring proper matching of financial assets and liabilities and timely collection of debts and payment of suppliers and maintaining of an appropriate credit control policy.
Oversee the preparation and completion of Audited Accounts for the Group and Subsidiaries.
Provide an accurate and timely finance service including setting and monitoring of budgets, forecasts, cash flow analysis, management and financial accounts, plus advice and support to inform decision making at all levels throughout the Company.
Manage and improve the financing of working capital and generation of cash flow across the group.
Appraise investment opportunities
Contribute to successful delivery of Company strategic priorities and annual business objectives.
Provide strategic financial leadership across all areas of the organisations with regard to safeguarding the current and future financial position of the Company.
Recommend sources of company finance for approval.
Sign company cheques as per mandates
Approve Finance & Shared services expenses.
Approve company budgets for presentation to boards
Approve cash flow plans
Qualifications for the Head of Finance & Shared Services Job
Degree in Bachelor of Commerce degree in Accounting or Finance or its equivalent with an MBA or MSCC in Finance.
Professional qualifications in CPA (K), ACCA or its equivalent.
Minimum of 8 years’ experience of managing finances or audit preferably in a commercial environment of which 3-5 should be a senior management position.
Experience in engaging with C level executives and financiers is highly desirable.
Proven experience in investment analysis, capital raising and investment structuring is highly desirable.
Communication skills, interpersonal skills, analytical skills, strategic thinking and business development are the desired qualities.
Competencies and Skills required
High interpersonal skills and ability to interact with people from all walks of life.
Attention to detail.
Numerical acumen and analytical.
Holding people accountable
Good planning and organization skills.
Team player with proven leadership skills.
Good decision maker.
Delegation and management skills.
Strategic Orientation
Business Focus
Evaluation & Reporting
Ethical and holds high integrity
Salary Budget: Kshs.300,000 Gross
Company Address: Address 3rd Floor, Titan Building, Chaka Road, Nairobi, Kenya
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Head of Finance & Shared Services
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Real Estate Sales Manager Health & Safety Manager
Job Purpose/Summary
The Sales Manager plays a pivotal role in achieving the sales targets and eventually generates revenue for the business. The position is responsible for the letting and sales function for our accommodation portfolio and for maintaining as close to 100% Sales and Letting status for the properties. The role requires interaction with universities, potential tenants and close liaison with property operations team.
Responsibilities for the Real Estate Sales Manager Job
Preparing and implementing Sales and Letting Plans that ensure each property achieves 100% occupancy
Setting realistic and achievable targets for the sales executives, extracting the best from each sales executive and ensuring that the team delivers the desired results
Mapping potential customers and generating leads as well as ensuring that all leads generated by specific marketing campaigns are followed up appropriately and in a timely manner
Support on-site staff with open days, sales activities and viewings
Preparing periodical reports for all Sales assignments to keep all stakeholders informed of progress on new developments.
Keeping up to date with trends for housing that young people want
Vetting prospective tenants by collecting references and carrying out credit checks
Maintaining necessary data and records for future reference
Coordinating mail flow by scheduling and tracking direct mailings to prospects and past clients
Supervising other key sales staff
Requirements for the Real Estate Sales Manager
A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
Business Development experience highly desirable
Ability to comprehend P&L, budget reports and written commentary.
Professional Sales certification highly desirable.
Proven experience in sale of insurance and investment products would be an added advantage
Experience of working with people in a face to face customer services/sales environment.
8+ years’ experience in the same capacity or higher highly desirable.
Deep understanding of the sales cycle with proven experience in delivering target.
Required skills and key competencies
Ability to produce reports and developing relevant policies
Leadership and management skills
Outstanding attention to detail and observation ability
Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities
An outgoing, friendly attitude.
Great communication skills-ideally faces to face due to the nature of the role.
Impeccable attention to detail, problem solving and time management skills.
Experience of working with people in a face to face customer services/sales environment.
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Environment Impact Assessment Expert
Purpose Statement of the Position
The jobholder will conduct out research and investigations to identify, abate and advise on elimination of environmental hazard. Determines whether proposed projects requires an Environmental Impact Assessment or not.
Duties And Responsibilities
Interpreting legal frameworks for the proposed projects.
Thorough screening and scoping to identify the likely impacts of the project to the environment.
Ascertaining project compliance to environmental legislations and regulations.
Generating baseline data for monitoring and evaluation of the project’s impact.
Contributing to the project appraisal processes by reviewing, analysing, and advising on social and environmental impact risk.
Preparing budgets and work plans for the conduct and completion of environmental assessments.
Advising on best practices and contributing to the supervision of the projects by providing oversight on the implementation of the environmental and social mitigation and monitoring arrangements.
Analysing data and carrying out field based studies and site visits when required.
Identifying anticipated environmental impacts for the proposed projects.
Conducting public participation in order to sort public views of the proposed projects.
Identifying mitigation measures to the anticipated impacts associated with the proposed project.
Reviewing applicable environmental permits and permit conditions associated with projects.
Developing environmental management plan to serve as follow up activity and monitoring strategy for Proposed Projects to comply.
Assisting in the delivery of project documentations scoping reports, environmental statements and related technical studies in accordance with the project timelines.
Developing an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) report of the proposed project and submitting it to NEMA.
Reviewing of EIA reports for comments received from NEMA office.
Researching on technical issues as part of the EIA process to provide ideas and potential solutions to the project team to improve project performance.
Implementing project management principles and appreciating the need to work within project budgets.
Writing environmental impact assessment report on potential biophysical and social impacts from proposed projects.
Keeping up to date with relevant environmental legislation, regulations, policies and procedures.
Ensuring health and safety issues are addressed throughout a project.
Prioritising project actions and meeting commitments on an going basis while taking ownership and responsibility for the quality and execution of the project.
Any other duties assigned by the Project Manager.
Minimum Requirements
A Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Sciences, Urban Planning, Environmental Engineering, Natural Sciences or its equivalent.
Having undergone a short course in Environmental Impact Assessment or EIA Unit during degree course highly desirable.
8-10 years of relevant experience in carrying out Environmental Impact Assessment within the oil and gas sector is highly desirable.
Registered as an associate expert by NEMA.
A member of Environment Institute of Kenya.
Proven ability and experience in conceptualising, designing and implementing major projects and producing comprehensive reports or studies.
Demonstrated technical knowledge of best available practices related to environment and social risk management standards and practices.
Competencies And Skills Required
Demonstrated professional leadership and ability to lead a team of professionals in the execution of major project components.
Excellent report writing skills
Project management skills
Ability to engage with various stakeholders, effective influencing skills and demonstrated diplomacy.
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Sales Manager Health & Safety Manager
Job Purpose/Summary
The Sales Manager plays a pivotal role in achieving the sales targets and eventually generates revenue for the business. The position is responsible for the letting and sales function for our accommodation portfolio and for maintaining as close to 100% Sales and Letting status for the properties. The role requires interaction with universities, potential tenants and close liaison with property operations team.Duties and Responsibilities
• Preparing and implementing Sales and Letting Plans that ensure each property achieves 100% occupancy• Setting realistic and achievable targets for the sales executives, extracting the best from each sales executive and ensuring that the team delivers the desired results• Mapping potential customers and generating leads as well as ensuring that all leads generated by specific marketing campaigns are followed up appropriately and in a timely manner• Support on-site staff with open days, sales activities and viewings• Preparing periodical reports for all Sales assignments to keep all stakeholders informed of progress on new developments.• Keeping up to date with trends for housing that young people want• Vetting prospective tenants by collecting references and carrying out credit checks• Maintaining necessary data and records for future reference• Coordinating mail flow by scheduling and tracking direct mailings to prospects and past clients• Supervising other key sales staff
Minimum Requirements
• A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.• Business Development experience highly desirable• Ability to comprehend P&L, budget reports and written commentary.• Professional Sales certification highly desirable.• Proven experience in sale of insurance and investment products would be an added advantage• Experience of working with people in a face to face customer services/sales environment.• 8+ years’ experience in the same capacity or higher highly desirable.• Deep understanding of the sales cycle with proven experience in delivering target.
Required skills and key competencies
• Ability to produce reports and developing relevant policies• Leadership and management skills• Outstanding attention to detail and observation ability• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities• An outgoing, friendly attitude.• Great communication skills-ideally faces to face due to the nature of the role.• Impeccable attention to detail, problem solving and time management skills.• Experience of working with people in a face to face customer services/sales environment.
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Project Manager – Real Estate
Are you a qualified professional in project analysis and management? Do you have a flair for numbers, happy to work in small team environments that are project based? Does the opportunity to work with multi-disciplinary teams and within strict project guidelines excite you?
Are you a real estate enthusiast? Do you have real estate project management, administration and coordination experience? Does project reporting excite you? Are your presentation skills excellent and the idea of presenting project progress to clients something you are interested in?
If yes…we would like to hear from you.
Purpose Statement of the Position
The Project Manager will help fundraise equity and debt, manage and monitor projects. These projects vary from real estate, infrastructure, power and transport projects.The position will primarily work as a relationship role and hence handling and managing clients directly i.e. will be the principle contact with the institutional clientsDuties and Responsibilities • Identify trends and errors by conducting earnings review of assigned projects. • Prepare and review Prime and Sub consultant Agreements and compensation clauses, salary rates and determine overhead charges. • Guarantee cash management by working with clients on new contracts. • Train and answer questions related to organization’s project management standards and applications. • Manage project financials such as invoice tracking; forecasting and project budget vs. actual. • Prepare project documents and status reports. • Support project management phases such as planning, execution and result monitoring. • Coordinate project activity and facilitate staff and matrix partners’ meetings. • Develop and maintain policies relating to department operations. • Offer technical assistance to associates and represent director in task committees. • Manage project aspects such as work plan guidance to project team and monitor quality assurance of project implementation. • Keeping track of the expenses on a project and handling the total budget of the project • Maintaining project database and providing quality advice on evaluation methodology. • Providing effective support to the project manager in implementation of concepts and completing tasks on time to meet strict deadlines,
Minimum Requirements
• First degree in fields of Business management, Accounting or applied finance • 3-4 years in real estate and infrastructure or project finance environments for real estate projects • At least a Finance Certification e.g. MBA Finance , CPA, and/or would be holding at least a CFA Level 1 • Additional international language would be a plus • Communication skills, interpersonal skills, analytical skills, strategic thinking and business development are the desired qualities. • They should be able to co-ordinate and work closely with his team members and learn new technologies which are crucial for meeting targets
Competencies and Skills requiredThe ideal candidate should display first class aptitude and should ideally have; multi task assignments experience, team management skills, demonstrated flair for numbers, excellent presentation skills, and finally is in a front and/or middle office role.
• Organization
• Forward thinking
• Multi-tasking
• Team Orientation
• Discretion & Business Ethics
• Evaluation and Reporting
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Receptionist HR Client Aquisition Officer
Job Purpose/SummaryThe incumbent will be responsible for serving visitors by greeting, welcoming, and directing them appropriately; notifies company personnel of visitor arrival; maintains security and telecommunications system.
Responsibilities for the Receptionist Job
Serve visitors by greeting, welcoming, directing and announcing them appropriately
Answer, screen and forward any incoming phone calls to appropriate parties while providing basic information when needed
Receive and sort daily mail/deliveries/couriers. Sign for all incoming packages; arrange pick up for out-going packages
Maintain security by following procedures and controlling access (monitor access control, issue visitor badges)
Perform other clerical receptionist duties such as filing, photocopying, collating, faxing etc.
Make all boardroom bookings when requested and ensure all suppliers e.g. water, tea are availed in the board room for meetings as and when required.
Keep front desk tidy and presentable with all necessary material (pens, forms, paper etc.) Any other duty assigned from time to time by the Managing Director
Minimum Requirements for the Receptionist Job
At least a Diploma in Business / Office Administration / Public Relations / Customer Service.
At least 2 years’ experience in the same role (Receptionist) or Customer Service
Presentable and mature lady
Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures
Knowledge of customer service principles and practices
Keyboard skills and Internet savvy
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General Manager – Laboratory Services Transport Manager Stewards Supervisor – Cleaning Services Project Manager
Job Purpose/Summary
The General Manager will be responsible for managing the day to day performance and operations of the laboratory delivering a cost effective, process efficient and timely output in support of clients while adhering to quality standards.
Duties and Responsibilities
Developing, monitoring and evaluating the mechanism for ensuring the implementation of the company’s strategic plan and achievement of laboratory’s performances targets in terms of profitability, cost management and revenue generation.
Evaluates, develops and implements laboratory process and system improvement initiatives to
include industry best practices.
Responsible for the development and monitoring the performance of the laboratory personnel by providing leadership towards achieving team goals and financial targets.
Responsible for developing effective, professional work relationship, integration and utilization of the laboratory team with the sales team.
Manages the planning and scheduling of the laboratory operations and output through staff and equipment utilization and operational excellence for quality output.
Manage laboratory productivity and performance achieving operating expense budget targets and other KPI’s as assigned.
Conducts one-on- one review with all staff to build more effective communications to understand the training and development needs.
Responsible for preparation and distribution of consolidated monthly and weekly reporting process for management, financial reporting and any other company communications processes as required.
Ensure compliance with safety initiatives and enforcement, calibration program, internal quality audits, preventative maintenance, KPI metrics, purchasing and any other projects.
Developing and facilitating capacity building of staff to achieve optimal performance and motivational levels.
Determining and coordinating the reporting and communication requirements and review the financial and operational reports.
Identifying, implementing and benchmarking for best practices and standards in business management.
Responsible for developing, maintaining and updating strategy plans with senior management.
Manage the implementation of multi laboratory operations guidelines, procedures, policies, rules, and regulations, and monitors compliance.
Researching and analysing new business opportunities and managing the development of these opportunities with stakeholders while keeping abreast with the market trends.
Managing key external stakeholders and business relationships that relate to company’s strategy and growth.
Minimum Qualifications
Post graduate studies in Biology, Chemistry or its equivalent from a recognized university.
7- 10 years of commercial or scientific laboratory experience in a multinational organization or a research center.
Technical qualification in biotechnology will be an added advantage.
A recognized authority in research, ground breaking scientific theories and solutions
Has extensively undertaken broad scientific research and publication.
Proven experience in wet chemistry, bacteriology, virology, food and dairy hygiene.
Extensive experience in laboratory testing of food and milk samples.
Proficient in Microsoft suite (Word, Excel, Access, Power Point, and Outlook)
Required skills and key competencies
Financial Management skills.
Strong analytical skills to identify trends in laboratory proficiencies and competencies.
Strong people leadership skills to develop and drive performance teams.
Proven analytical and problem solving abilities.
Strong qualitative and analytical skills, logical and objective.
High level of business intelligence and technical skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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Business Development Manager
Job Purpose/Summary
To initiate and support the development of business opportunities that support the company’s growth and profitability. The role provides business development support under the farmers training output.
Responsibilities for the Business Development Job
Work with the company’s employees to identify new business opportunities.
Undertake market research and stakeholder’s engagement to turn opportunities into implementable projects.
Write investment-ready business plans.
Track local investors and donors to target potential investors.
Prepare business investment proposals for board review targeting financing from banks,donors.
Source for new investors to support the company’s initiatives.
Qualifications for the Business Development Job
Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Commerce or any business related field.
An MBA will be an added advantage.
Professional qualifications in CFA, CPA or ACCA with registration with either of the
professional bodies.
Minimum 6 years’ experience in economic development.
Ability to collect and analyze field data.
Experience in engaging with C level executives and financiers in negotiations is highlydesirable.
Proven experience in investment analysis, capital arising and investment structuring
Turn new business opportunities into viable cost centers.
Make contributions to revenue generation.
Experience in setting up agribusiness value chain.
Experience in economic developing working with development partners highly desirable.
Skills Required for the Business Development Manager Job
Report writing skill
Business plan writing skills
Investment proposal writing skills
Project management skills.
Business acumen
Qualitative and budgeting skills
Market research skills
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Real Estate Sales Executives
This position is based in Nairobi and will involve limited travel within the region as required. They have a community of 1,000 homes in the booming satellite town of Athi River, on the outskirts of Nairobi.
Your Experience
The successful candidate will be a well-organized sales professional with a minimum of 2 years’ sales experience and a proven track record of outperforming their sales targets.
You will have a background in real estate sales and will have an in depth knowledge of the multi- stage sales process and how to successfully nurture and conclude property sales.
You should be able to demonstrate a detailed understanding of the real estate market in Nairobi.
You will also have an aptitude for communicating effectively with customers, in both Kiswahili and English.
Above all we require passion, drive and integrity.
Job Purpose/Summary
As a Sales Executive you will be responsible for meeting sales targets and managing the sales team. You will also be required to safeguard the reputation of the company by dealing with all stakeholders in an honest and professional manner.
Responsibilities for the Sales Executives Job
Delivering weekly, monthly and annual sales targets as directed by the Sales Manager or Managing Director.
Developing, nurturing and evolving the sales process so that this becomes a competitive advantage;
Taking ownership of the customer – you and your team will be the front line representatives of the company as far as our customers are concerned, you will therefore develop a deep understanding of their needs and motivations and disseminate this throughout the company;
Attending weekly sales meeting with the team;
Working in conjunction with marketing, you will assist in the development of sales aids
Liaising with the conveyancing team to ensure that sales are efficiently processed on behalf of our customers.
You will report directly to the Sales Manager.
Sales Executives Job Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in sales and marketing
2 -4 years’ real estate sales experience
Experience with a real estate developer and with sales processing would be beneficial.
You must be well organized, have excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong Microsoft office skills and experience using generic accounting software is expected. (Tally/Quickbooks.)
Being able to use web-based applications such as WordPress would be an advantage.
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Business Development
Job Purpose
The jobholder will execute strategic and operational programs in order to grow commercial sales in Kenya, penetrate and expand within the open market. Manage and prepare the company’s financial information, including, but not limited to, preparing monthly financial reports, budgeting, commentaries, standard financial statements, invoices, delivery notes, and receipt vouchers.
Responsibilities for the Business Development Job
Business Development – 70%
Attainment of business sales targets with a monthly target of brand and accessories.
Developing action plans (Weekly and 90 Day) and activities for the customers, giving timely reports on activities, competitor activities and formulating strategies under guidance of Country Director for execution.
Customer service to current and prospects.
Drafting of concept notes and proposal for onward approval by Country Director
Attend to any other duties that may be assigned by country director from time to time.
Customer database management and analysis of productivity data of field staff for decision-making.
Business Analysis – 30%
Develop and manage financial systems and policies, key staff in finance and recommend improvements.
Model potential scenarios to determine optimal pricing, price review and surveys to ensure profitability and sustainability.
Budget and collect payments in consultation according to BBL requirements with the Country Director –Kenya.
Analyze financial information such as BEEP /SE reconciliation statements, MPESA transactions, customer billing and statements, key customer relationships, customers’ statements to better predict operational efficiency, profitability and cash position.
Prepare and submit on time monthly operational/financial reports/close and liaise with internal /external auditors in preparation of Financial Statements in line with strategic objectives. Ensure timely submission of company tax, company statutory payments by Financial Accountant.
Requirements for the Business Development Job
Business Degree in commerce (Sales/Marketing & Finance) with an MBA are highly desirable.
4-6 years’ experience in Sales and customer facing experience with good customer service in fast moving consumer goods (FMCG) environment or busy sales environment with result based performance.
Proficient in IT and Excellent Excel working with ERP –Pastel, SAP.
Financial skills as business analyst, costing and Kenya Tax Regime literacy.
Ability to spend a lot of time in the field 70% and travelling while based in Nairobi or Kisumu.
Experience in writing grant proposal and concept preparation for funding highly desirable.
Key Competencies
Can do attitude and street wise smart
Attention to detail and deep analytical mind-set
Previous experience at high level negotiation and Excellent customer service
Excellent planning, Good coordination and facilitation skills
Effective communication and presentation skills
Good people management and interpersonal skills
Curious, pragmatic, collaborative and problem solver
Commercial acumen and leadership skills
Salary Budget: Kshs.100,000-150,000 Gross